Senior Utilities Engineer - Supervisor

Classification: SENIOR UTILITIES ENGINEER (SUPERVISOR)

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

The mission of the Rail Safety Division (RSD) is to diligently strive to inspire safe and reliable rail transportation in California by promoting and enforcing railroad, rail crossing and rail transit safety; and by improving or establishing a positive rail safety culture therein, through our inspection and enforcement efforts and our resolve to look beyond the regulations. RSD strives to enforce state and federal laws, regulations, orders, and directives relating proactively and effectively to transportation of persons or commodities by rail.

RSD is comprised of the Railroad Operations Safety Branch (ROSB), Rail Crossings and Engineering Branch (RCEB), and Rail Transit Safety Branch (RTSB).

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Under general direction of a Program and Project Supervisor, the Senior Utilities Engineer Supervisor participates in establishing and implementing the mission, goals, objectives, and priorities of the Rail Transit Safety Branch (RTSB). Plans, assigns, organizes, and directs the work of a group of Utilities Engineers and other professional staff responsible for the safety oversight of public and private rail transit systems.

Responsible for training staff, assigning and reviewing work, and coordinating the activities of the group on a daily basis. Assists in evaluating work performance and recommends appropriate action. Processes administrative work for the section.

Analyzes situations, recommend and coordinate courses of action. Performs the more difficult and complex engineering work involved in assuring the safety oversight of rail transit systems. This includes, but is not limited to project safety certification during design and construction, accident investigations, triennial audits, and safety reviews of transit system operations and maintenance. The Senior Utilities Engineer, Supervisor, also participates in internal General Order and RTSB procedures revisions.

This position requires an ability to travel, including overnight stays within the State of California and on occasion to work evenings and weekends. Possession of a valid California Driver's License, Class C required.

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Professional License. You will be required to provide a copy of your license prior to being hired.