Track Inspector/Investigator Public Utilities Commission
JC-521299
- Track Inspector/Investigator
RAIL SAFETY INSPECTOR
$7,136.00
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:
6/22/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) 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 Click Here 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 supervision 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. This is an in-office position that has been identified as field-based. Field-based workers spend 50% or more time in the field, requiring onsite attendance to perform their duties. Their assigned headquarter office will be based on the selected candidate's primary residence location. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
RAIL SAFETY INSPECTOR
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Job Code #:
JC-521299
Position #(s): 680-137-3946-012
Working Title:
Track Inspector/Investigator
Classification:
RAIL SAFETY INSPECTOR
$7,136.00
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
Work Location:
Sacramento County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time Department Information
Rail Safety Division/Rail Operations Safety Branch (ROSB) 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).
Department Website:
http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/
Special Requirements A valid California Driver's License, is required. It is strongly encouraged to apply through your CalCareer Account at www.jobs.ca.gov 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 https://www.naces.org 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. 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:
6/22/2026
