TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

State of California
State of California

San Bernardino County, CA, USA

Posted on Sep 25, 2026

Job Posting: TET- Field and Lab Tester

Department of Transportation

JC-533330
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TET- Field and Lab Tester
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

$4,695.00 - $7,063.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/9/2026

Job Description and Duties

The incumbent will perform laboratory and related field testing on soils, aggregates, asphalt mixes, asphalt binder, asphalt emulsion, Portland cement concrete, cement, and all related construction materials at the Southern Regional Laboratory (SRL), all Caltrans' Districts, and Field laboratories under the supervision of a Senior Transportation Engineer. May receive direction from a Transportation Engineer, or Materials and Research Engineering Associate acting as lead worker. This position requires both day and night work. Project sites vary throughout San Bernardino/Riverside Counties and in various environments; travel is required.

PARF# 08-27-0186 / JC-533330

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Position located at 13970 Victoria St Fontana CA, San Bernardino County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Physical activities vary and may be for a lengthy period of time. May be required to sit when using a keyboard and video display terminal and when entering and auditing data. While working in the laboratory, may be required to stand for extended periods of time to perform materials testing in and around test equipment; pull, push, bend, stoop and squat to examine testing equipment; maintain mental awareness and physical agility when working in the proximity of laboratory machinery. Requires manual dexterity to operate testing equipment and handle materials. May be required to be tested and fitted to wear a respirator while working in the laboratory. Will regularly be required to move equipment and test materials that require lifting up to 50 pounds.

May occasionally be required to travel to other Districts. When working you may be required to stand for long periods of time; pull, push and squat to examine testing equipment; maintain mental awareness and physical agility when working in the proximity of laboratory machinery.

Will be required to develop and maintain cooperative working relationship and respond appropriately to difficult situations. The incumbent must behave in a fair and ethical manner toward others and demonstrate a sense of responsibility and commitment to public service. The incumbent must value cultural diversity and other individual differences in the workforce. The incumbent must consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of different people in different situations.

This position requires both day and night work. Project sites vary throughout San Bernardino/Riverside Counties and in various environments; travel is required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-533330
Position #(s):
908-500-3175-006
Working Title:
TET- Field and Lab Tester
Classification:
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
$4,695.00 - $5,876.00 B
$5,644.00 - $7,063.00 C
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
San Bernardino County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 10/9/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Transportation
California Department of Transportation
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-533330
1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor
Santa Ana, CA 92705

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation
California Department of Transportation
Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-533330
1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Closed on weekends and State holidays.
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

  • Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
  • Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of various laboratory tests methods in strict accordance with detailed procedures. The work involved is of a highly technical nature and requires the ability to follow procedures and perform them repeatedly with precision and accuracy.
Must have the ability to become certified in the various test procedures.
Must be able to utilize mathematics to make calculations using percentages or ratios and plot data to evaluate test results.
Must have the ability to perform various testing methods with accuracy and timeliness; communicate effectively both orally and in writing with internal and external customers, contacts, and must recognize the importance of working as a team; make accurate engineering calculations; inspect construction work and enforce compliance with plans and specifications; analyze situations accurately and take effective action. Must have command of basic computer applications such as Lotus Notes, Microsoft, Excel, FileMaker Pro, Microsoft Word, and Caltrans custom-made applications.
Forklift Driver performs material handling tasks in support of deliveries, shipments, inventory operations, and daily facility needs. The incumbent operates forklifts and related equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to all departmental safety standards, training requirements, and operational procedures; training and certification will be provided upon hire for incumbents who are not already certified.

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Human Resources Contact:
Sandra Byrum
(279) 234-2423
sandra.byrum@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Juan Magdaleno
(909) 429-4445
Juan.Magdaleno@dot.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368-3367
Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Application Instructions:

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-533330), PARF# 08-27-0186 and title of the position (Transportation Engineering Technician) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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