Track Inspector/Investigator

Job Description and Duties

Individuals interested in applying for this vacancy must have eligibility. If you are new to state service or need to gain eligibility to this classification, please to open the examination bulletin and follow the instructions on “How to apply”.

The examination is a separate process from applying for this vacancy. Please be sure to follow all instructions for each process.

Interviews will be conducted in person.
Under the superviion of a Rail Safety Inspector- Supervisor (Superintendent) and a Rail Safety Inspector- Senior, a Rail Safety Inspector- Track, works on various field projects regarding railroad track infrastructure. Tasks include field surveys, surveillance, investigations, routine and focused inspections of railroads, research and risk analysis to evaluate railroad safety culture, safety policies and existing regulatory compliance governing railroad track maintenance, and other work as required. The incumbent has an assigned inspection territory and works predominantly in the field; therefore, for economical time management, the incumbent has a home office in or near his/her territory. He/she will be available for other statewide assignments and/or tasks, as deemed necessary.

This position is for the Central Region section of ROSB, which will be home-based. The incumbent will report to the local CPUC headquarters office, as needed.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position requires travel.

Special Requirements

A valid California driver’s license is required.

It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at

Electronic applications submitted through your CalCareer Account are highly recommended and will be received/processed faster than other methods of filing .

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma . An official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of United States course/degree equivalency by the application deadline. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at 

Employment information on the STD 678 State Application MUST be complete with dates, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Resumes, or referring to resumes, will not be accepted in place of the completed STD 678. Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 will not be considered.

Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

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:

• Track inspection knowledge and experience in identifying defective conditions per CFR 49 Part 213 and Roadway Worker Safety Part 214.
• General knowledge of railroad operations in connection with performing track maintenance work and track inspection processes under railroad traffic conditions
• Knowledge of CPUC General Orders applicable to Railroads.
• Experience specifically regarding State or Federal investigations of Railroad accidents, safety or other related areas.

Benefits

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 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 required and must be included.
• Other - Cover Letter is required. Please submit a cover letter of not more than one typewritten page and no smaller than 11-point Arial font, single-spaced which describes how your training, experience, and education qualifies you for the position.