Abrasive Blasting Technician

Job Description and Duties

The Vapor Recovery In Use Section has a vacancy for an Air Resources Technician II who is interested in working in the field, warehouse, and office. The successful candidate will assist staff with: (i) performing certification testing of abrasive products used for permissible dry outdoor blasting; (ii) collecting, tabulating, and analyzing emissions test data; (iii) assisting in certifying independent contractors and vapor recovery equipment; (iv) performing maintenance, calibration, and repair of abrasive blasting, vapor recovery, and source test equipment and instruments; and (v) preparing and reviewing segments of regulatory documents, executive orders, reports, and correspondence.

The duties may also include assisting in conducting tests at gasoline terminals, gas stations, hydrogen fueling stations, and various stationary sources; undertaking or assisting in investigations to determine causes of problems with vapor recovery systems; and evaluating and determining whether vapor recovery systems or components should continue to be certified.

The candidate must be physically able to work in an industrial environment including exposure to air emissions, fumes and heat, perform heavy lifting, climb and work at elevated heights, and handle heavy equipment and gas cylinders. This position will require the employee to pass a pre-placement physical examination as a condition of employmen t and to be certified annually to wear a respirator.

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Working Conditions

Some Telework is available.

Standard office environment (for example, artificial lighting, controlled temperature, etc.)
Daily use of a personal computer, office equipment, and/or telephone.

Must be able to move/transport samples and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework. The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resource Boards' (CARB) current telework policy. While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required.

The p ositions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need. Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework. Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position’s designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment. The SOQ is a narrative discussion prepared by the applicant describing how the applicant’s skills, knowledge, abilities, education, training, and experience, qualify them for the position. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. CARB will not consider applicants who fail to provide an SOQ with their application. Resumes do not take place of the SOQ

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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:

excellent oral and written communication skills; work well independently or as part of a team; possess analytical and problem-solving skills; the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously; pay attention to detail; and have excellent time management skills. The candidate should also exhibit courteous and professional conduct in the workplace (both in the office and field). Experience in abrasives, vehicles, engines, or industrial facilities emissions testing is desirable.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

• Nearby (third-party) Parking
• Convenient to public transportation
• Gym
• Daycare facility

Experience and Education

For experience/education to qualify during the application screening process and to ensure that minimum qualifications can be determined, applicants should include all employment history on the Employment Application (STD 678), including detailed job descriptions, hours worked per week, and start/end dates (MM/DD/YYYY). Application packages without this information may experience delayed processing times, and your eligibility for this position may be impacted.

If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript or diploma. Applicants who completed their education outside the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of the United States course/degree equivalency.

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Failure to submit all the required documentation will result in an incomplete application and disqualification from consideration for this position.

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
• Statement of Qualifications - Please see Special Requirements Section for further instructions.