Equipment Operator II — Roadway Maintenance; In Office

Job Posting: CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Department of Transportation

JC-518254

CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

$4,883.00 - $6,127.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 5/23/2026

Job Description and Duties

Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent operates equipment identified as Category 1 and Category 2 used by assigned unit, and works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work. May work with other crews. Required to work overtime, nights and weekends due to storms, emergencies, or special work projects, as determined by the Supervisor or Department.

Must possess a valid Class A driver's license w/Tank endorsement at a minimum. This position is represented under collective bargaining.

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.

Working Conditions

Position is located at: 471-800 Diane Dr Susanville, CA 96130

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-518254

Position #(s):

-XXX

Working Title:

CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Classification:

CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

$4,883.00 - $6,127.00

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Lassen County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

California Department of Transportation

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.

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Director’s EEO Policy:

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Special Requirements

• 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 Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

The position(s) require(s) a valid Class A commercial driver’s license, with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.

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Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or…