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-493395
Position #(s):

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Working Title:

CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Salary: $5,608.00 - $6,723.00 (minimum salary of the classification for new to state candidates)
# of Positions:
Multiple

Work Location:

Shasta County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Caltrans Mission:
Improving lives and communities through transportation.
Vision: A thriving and connected California.
Website:
Director’s EEO Policy:

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 role includes completing records and reports, using computer equipment for various tasks, and may involve instructing or directing helpers, apprentices or other employees.

A valid class C driver license is required. The incumbent must use personal protective equipment (PPE) and uphold safety standards. Work will occur in inclement weather, outside, and may require travel to field mechanic locations or highway maintenance stations. Duties may involve shop operations, shift changes, travel, rotation and varying work hours.

Eligibility may be determined by the Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic exam score. New to state civil service applicants must be on the state examination list. Applicants are also encouraged to complete the 1‑minute Caltrans Recruitment survey:

• Valid California Driver’s License (CDL). Provide CDL number, class, expiration date and any endorsements or restrictions.
• Drug screening must be passed prior to hiring.
• Unrestricted Class C driver’s license.

Complete applications and all required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date: 1/31/2026. Submit through Cal Career at  Hard copy applications may be mailed or dropped off at the addresses listed. Required documents include the State Examination/Employment Application (STD Form 678) and evidence of meeting Minimum Qualifications. Resume is optional.

Individuals currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, LEAP eligibility, in process of obtaining list eligibility, or with Surplus or SROA eligibility are prioritized. Training and Development assignment candidates may also be considered.

Applications may be submitted electronically via Cal Career or in hard copy. Mail to:
Department of Transportation P O Box 168036 Sacramento, CA  Drop‑off address: 1727 30th Street MS‑90 Sacramento, CA 95816 Closed on weekends and state holidays. 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM.

• Standard State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or Electronic Application through Cal Career). Include all experience and education related to Minimum Qualifications.
• Resume is optional.