Associate Safety Engineer (Amusement Rides) - Exam Code 0PBEC - Application Instructions and Minimum Qualifications

Oct 2, 2026

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Bulletin for the Associate Safety Engineer (Amusement Rides) examination by the Department of Industrial Relations, Exam Code 0PBEC. The process is continuous and based entirely on a Training and Experience Evaluation weighted 100%, with a minimum score of 70% to place on the eligible list. It explains eligibility rules, the nine-month retake restriction, and accommodation requests for disabilities, then details minimum qualification pathways via experience, professional engineering licensure, or engineering education plus amusement ride experience. It also outlines the position duties and the examination scope covering safety engineering principles, accident prevention, compliance, evidence presentation, and consultation.

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ASSOCIATE SAFETY ENGINEER (AMUSEMENT RIDES)

Application Instructions

Minimum Qualifications

Position Description

Examination Scope

Eligible List Information

ASSOCIATE SAFETY ENGINEER (AMUSEMENT RIDES) Exam Code: 0PBEC Department: Department of Industrial Relations Exam Type: Departmental, Open Final Filing Date: Continuous CLASSIFICATION DETAILS Associate Safety Engineer (Amusement Rides)– $8,757 .00- $10,955 .00 per month. View the Associate Safety Engineer (Amusement Rides) classification specification APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Final Filing Date: Continuous Who Should Apply: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as stated on this bulletin may apply for and take this examination. Once you have taken this examination, you may not retake it for nine (9) months. How To Apply: The link to connect to the Training and Experience Evaluation is located farther down on this bulletin in the “Taking the Exam” section. Special Testing Arrangements: If you require assistance or alternative testing arrangements due to a disability, please contact the testing department listed in the Contact Information section of this bulletin. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS All applicants must meet the education and/or experience requirements as stated on this exam bulletin to be accepted into the examination. Part-time or full-time jobs, regardless of whether paid or volunteer positions, and inside or outside California state service will count toward experience. ASSOCIATE SAFETY ENGINEER (AMUSEMENT RIDES) Minimum Qualifications Associate Safety Engineer (Amusement Rides) Either I Experience: A minimum of six years of experience in the amusement ride field, at least two years of which were involved in actual amusement ride inspection with a manufacturer, a government agency, amusement park, carnival, or insurance underwriter (i.e. , professional safety engineering work) and has completed at least 80 hours of education from a school for amusement ride safety education. Or II Must hold a valid license as a professional engineer in the areas of Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering issued by this State or equivalent license issued by another state. Or III Education: Graduation from college with specialization in Engineering (Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil) and two years of experience in the amusement ride field. POSITION DESCRIPTION ASSOCIATE SAFETY ENGINEER (AMUSEMENT RIDES) This is the professional journey level. This level conducts safety surveys; investigates occupational safety and health complaints associated with permanent amusement rides; investigates accidents; determines the cause and the means of preventing their recurrences; reports on seriousness of violations and makes recommendations where possible prosecution is indicated to the Division's Bureau of Investigation; interprets safety orders and consults with employee organizations, employers, and the public in the development of revisions to, or additions of, safety orders; conducts seminars and workshops for industry and consults with labor, management, employees, and other governmental agencies on how compliance with safety orders can be achieved; reviews existing standards, regulations, and directives for comparison with proposed State standards; participates in the preparation of documents, materials, and exhibits used in Board hearings; and may participate as a technical advisor for the Standards Board at public hearings and meetings EXAMINATION SCOPE This examination consists of the following components: Training and Experience Evaluation – Weighted 100% of the final score. The examination will consists solely of a Training and Experience Evaluation. To obtain a position on the eligible list, a minimum score of 70% must be received. Applicants will receive their score upon completion of the Training and Experience Evaluation process. In addition to evaluating applicants’ relative knowledge, skills, and ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of education and/or experience, emphasis in each exam component will be measuring competit

FAQs

What is the exam format and how is the final score determined?

The exam consists solely of a Training and Experience Evaluation, weighted 100% of the final score. A minimum score of 70% is required to obtain a position on the eligible list.

How long is eligibility valid, and can applicants retake the exam?

Eligibility expires nine (9) months after it is established. After taking the exam, applicants may not retake it for nine (9) months; they must retake it to reestablish eligibility.

What minimum qualification options are available for this role?

Applicants must meet one of the listed pathways: at least six years’ amusement ride field experience with specific inspection-related experience and education hours; or a valid professional engineer license in specified engineering areas; or an engineering college degree plus two years of amusement ride field experience.

Oct 2, 2026

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