Job Posting: Foundation Driller

Department of Transportation

JC-91030
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Foundation Driller
FOUNDATION DRILLER

$3,683.00 - $4,240.00

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Job Description and Duties

The Division of Engineering Services (DES), Geotechnical Services (GS) is looking to hire one Foundation Drillers in the Office of Geotechnical Support (OGS), Drilling Services. 

Under the supervision of a Senior Engineering Geologist (Supervisor) or the direction of a Foundation Driller Leadworker, the Foundation Driller performs the work involved in foundation exploration drilling operations. This position will require frequent statewide travel. Possession of a valid California Class A commercial driver’s license is required. The Foundation Driller assists in operation of rotary drilling, auger drilling, sampling, testing, and diamond drilling equipment, The incumbent maintains and repairs drilling equipment and special foundation exploration and testing tools, drives trucks containing drilling equipment; performs manual labor as required such as loading, unloading, and handling of heavy drill tools and accessories. The incumbent Takes charge and operates the equipment when an extra shift is necessary or during the absence of the Foundation Driller Leadworker.   Knowledge of complex vertical exploratory, horizontal drilling, and testing equipment is required, Incumbent  should have ability to operate and maintain sampling equipment, take undisturbed soil samples utilizing 2 and 3 inch diameter samplers, use of Shelby tubes and Pitcher barrels, and perform diamond coring. Knowledge of Cal/OSHA safety regulations and practices pertaining to the operation of drilling equipment. Ability to drive large trucks, operate drilling equipment in difficult locations, climb steep slopes and work on difficult terrain.   

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

Working Conditions

The position is located in Valencia.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-91030
Position #(s):
559-322-6356-XXX
Working Title:
Foundation Driller
Classification:
FOUNDATION DRILLER
$3,683.00 - $4,240.00
# of Positions:
1
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe, sustainable, integrated, and efficient transportation system to enhance California’s economy and livability.

Caltrans Vision: A performance-driven, transparent, and accountable organization that values its people, resources and partners, and meets new challenges through leadership, innovation, and teamwork.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: http://dot.ca.gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.pdf   

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
  • The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

  • Audiogram Test required prior to Appointment

  • Commercial Class-A Driver License is a requirement for this position.

*Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of an educational or license requirement must include a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position

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: Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, eligible for a Training and Development assignment, have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility, or have list eligibility (or are in the process of obtaining list eligibility). SROA and Surplus candidates may attach “surplus letters” to their applications. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected for an interview.

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.jobs.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
Attn:
Certification Services MS-86
P O Box 168036
Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Transportation, Division of Human Resources
1727 30th St, MS - 90
Sacramento, CA 95816
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Documents

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

  • State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.jobs.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:
BU12:  This is a Post & Bid Vacancy for BU 12 Caltrans employees.  Applications from certification list, transfer change in class candidates will be accepted for this position but cannot be acted upon unless the Post and Bid process does not result in a hire.

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:
Caltrans HR Contact
(916) 227-5183
Hiring Unit Contact:
Mark Richards
(916) 227-5448
mark.richards@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

To be considered for this position, you are required to include the Job Control (JC-91030), PARF #59-8-168 and title of the position (FOUNDATION DRILLER), on the State application (STD. 678) form. The STD. 678 is required and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly.

                                                                                                                    

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.

  

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.