Field Investigator (Analyst III)

This statewide recruitment offers flexibility in reporting location. The selected candidate's reporting location will be the Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety's (Energy Safety) office closest to their residence.

Reporting Locations:

Sacramento: 901 P Street, Sacramento CA 95814 Oakland Office: 555 12th Street, Suite 425, Oakland, CA 94607 LA Office: 3950 Paramount Blvd, Suite 210, Lakewood, CA 90712

Under the direction of the Supervisor II, the Analyst III serves as a subject matter expert in Dig Safe Act compliance and excavation safety by independently conducting complex investigations of excavation-related damage incidents and complaints; interpreting and applying applicable statutes, regulations, and industry practices; and preparing investigative findings and enforcement recommendations for consideration by the Contractors State License Board, the California Public Utilities Commission, and the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

Key Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive investigations of underground incidents, equipment failures, and safety concerns. Collect, analyze, and interpret data from monitoring systems, logs, sensors, and field observations. Perform root-cause analyses using established investigative frameworks. Interview witnesses, excavators, operators, and other stakeholders. Prepare clear, accurate, and defensible investigative reports. Identify systemic safety issues and propose corrective actions. Participate in safety audits, field inspections, risk assessments, and trend analysis. Maintain strict adherence to ethical standards, confidentiality, and evidence-handling protocols. Conduct education and outreach activities and provide expert guidance to promote compliance with the Dig Safe Act.

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

Please apply through CalCareers by 11/4/26.  Job Posting | CalCareers