Heavy Equipment Mechanic

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.

Job Code #: JC-508483

Position #(s): -925

Working Title: CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Salary: $5,608.00 - $6,723.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or the minimum of the alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Yuba County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information: Caltrans Mission:
Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Department Website:  Director’s EEO Policy:  Director’s EEO Policy Statement:

Within the Division of Equipment (DOE) and under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or a Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead worker, the incumbent will work in a shop and/or field environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various equipment used in the Department's fleet. The incumbent completes various records and reports, uses computer equipment for various tasks, and may assist in instructing or giving direction to helpers, apprentices or other employees.

The incumbent must possess a valid Class C driver license and assume responsibility for reasonable safeguards, proper use and handling of materials, tools, equipment, and facilities at all times using personal protective equipment (PPE). It may be necessary to work outside and/or travel to assist at a field mechanic’s location or a highway maintenance station. The incumbent must be able to work in these areas in inclement weather, which may include severe cold or heat.

At times, it may be necessary to assist with the daily operation of the shop. Job assignments may be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please search by typing in the classification title on the Caltrans exam portal.

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Driver’s License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a drug screening to be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state-owned or leased vehicle.

Please ensure all work experience listed on your application is filled out completely and as thoroughly as possible. Applications received without detailed work experience reflected may be disqualified from further consideration. Only work experience listed on the application (STD 678) will be considered. Notations on the application to "see attached" or "see resume" are not acceptable.

This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position but may not be considered unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.

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