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-509500
• Position #(s): -925
• Working Title: CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
• Salary Range: $5,608.00 - $6,723.00
• # 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.
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While working within Caltrans Division of Equipment and under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or direction of a Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead worker, the incumbent will be working in a shop and/or field environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various equipment used in the Department's fleet. Completes various records and reports, uses computer equipment for various tasks. May assist in instructing or giving direction to helpers, apprentices or other employees.

Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver license and will assume responsibility for reasonable safeguards, proper use and handling of materials and 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.

• 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 unrestricted Class C driver’s license.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Final Filing Date: 3/12/2026. 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.

Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your Cal Career Account at  When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be…