Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Equal Opportunity Employer

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It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Job Code #: JC-529187

Position #(s):

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Working Title:

Heavy Equipment Technician (Traveling and Field)

Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

$5,608.00 - $6,723.00

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

# of Positions:
Multiple

Work Location:

Sonoma County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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:

While working for the Caltrans Division of Equipment (DOE), the incumbent will work under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or direction of a Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead worker. The incumbent will typically be working in a field environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various fleet equipment types used by the Department. Completes various records and reports, and uses computer equipment for various tasks.

May assist in instructing or giving directions to helpers, apprentices or other employees. Incumbent may be assigned to either Resident/Field or Traveling/Roving coverage, operates under remote supervision from main shop or sub shop, and is subject to periodic field HEM reviews coordinated by shop leadership.

Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver license and will assume responsibility for reasonable safeguards, proper use and handling of materials, tools, equipment and facilities at all times. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. 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, including work hours and workdays.

32-27-0074 / JC-529187

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  and search by typing in the classification title.

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

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers 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 be passed prior to being hired.

The position(s) require(s) a valid and Class C driver’s license.

This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment,…