Caltrans Equipment Operator Ii

CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II Job Description and Duties

District 08 – 749/4310 Roadside Vegetation Control.

Operates end-dump trucks from 2 to 10 cu. yards, with either automatic or manual transmission, equipped with snow plows and sanders; may also operate front-end loaders, motor graders, snow blowers, equipment trailers, rear & side flail mowers, slope mowers and other related vehicles while performing stated duties. While operating equipment and hand tools, will perform duties associated with maintaining the roadside such as;

irrigation repair, pruning, weeding, litter pickup, herbicide applications, supervising probationers, delineation maintenance and repair, brush and tree trimming, and other related duties. Will repair and replace roadside markers. Monitor and inspect roadside rest areas, deliver and stock supplies. Will perform pre- and post-operation checks, make minor and/or emergency repairs and adjustments to equipment; services and cleans equipment. Operates powered boom sprayers with various configurations, capabilities, and capacities.

When not operating equipment, will perform duties normally assigned to a Caltrans Highway or Landscape Maintenance Worker. Performs manual labor and use power and hand tools while working in the assigned duties as well as other related tasks such as traffic control. Performs traffic control duties may include setting and picking up lane closures with the use of traffic cones, flares, and advance warning signs.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II 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  and search by typing in the classification title.

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

Position located at 1091 EVERTON PLACE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507, RIVERSIDE COUNTY.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. Most of the incumbent’s time will be spent in the field, operating equipment or working on foot. Weather conditions vary from a cold, windy, and wet winter climate to a very hot and predominately dry summer climate. Temperature extremes can range from below freezing in the winter to well over 100 degrees on a consistent basis in the summer.

Occasional heavy thunderstorms can be expected in the summer months and heavy rain is to be expected in the winter. The incumbent will be required to operate equipment and work outside in extreme temperatures and inclement weather, and may be required to sit or stand for long periods. May work on uneven surfaces and may be exposed to noise, dust, hot materials and chemicals.

Will be required to wear long pants, chemically resistant protective equipment, and appropriate footwear, as defined in section 4.3 of the current MOU, and must wear provided personal protective safety equipment such as shirts or vests, hard hats, safety glasses and gloves, as well as other safety devices deemed necessary. The incumbent will work with a crew that travels extensively throughout the District and will work out of town at least 50% of the time.

• CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

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• Duty Statement

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• Must possess a valid and unrestricted class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tank (N) endorsement and current medical certificate.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Who May Apply:
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.

How To Apply:

Complete Application Packages (including your…