caltrans equipment operator ii - Mendocino, United States - State of California

Description

Job Posting: FENCE & GUARDRAIL CREW - CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Department of Transportation

$4, $5,720.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 1/5/2024

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 the Fence & Guardrail crew, and works individually or with the crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work. 50% of the time may be mandated to work out of town on 'per diem'. Incumbent will also be working with other crews, when needed. Required to possess a valid Class A driver's license with Tank endorsement; Hazardous Materials endorsement is desirable.

Operate Category 1 and Category 2 equipment used by the assigned unit. Some examples include but are not limited to: auger truck, fork-lift, backhoe, crane truck, cone truck, shadow truck and various trailers.

When not operating the specified equipment, accomplish tasks normally performed by the crew. Such tasks may include, but are not limited to: repair or replacement of guide markers, fencing, guardrail; mowing, ditch cleaning, dig outs, pavement patching, cleaning culverts, traffic control, litter pick up; and any other duties that would normally be assigned to a CEO I, Highway Maintenance Worker, or Landscape Maintenance Worker.

Record Keeping and Reporting: Crew report forms, pre and post-operative equipment checks, fuel purchases/usage, material usage reports. Equipment Care: servicing, minor repairs, adjustments, cleaning of equipment and keeping all pertinent records.

Provide coverage for the supervisor or leadworker during temporary absences.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Equipment Operator II Exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (, 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 :

For more information about District 1, view here:

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

PARF# / JC-408450

Working Conditions

Position is located in Ukiah, Mendocino County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Required to work in a wide range of extreme weather conditions, including heat up to 120 degrees and cold to 20 degrees. Could be exposed to strong winds, rain, sleet and snow while performing duties. Will be required to work overtime due to storms, emergencies, special work projects or when Supervision deems that it is in the best interest of the State. Personal safety requirements include:

A. Work boots in good study condition must be worn to provide foot and ankle support protection.

B. Either long or short sleeve shirts provided by Caltrans or a safety vest worn over non-safety shirts or coats.

C. Long pants. No cutoffs or shorts.

D. Provided safety gear; hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection devices, face shields, gloves, respirators, chaps or other safety must be worn when required by the Department.

Minimum Requirements

Additional Documents

Special Requirements

Be sure your application includes detailed information on the work performed, tools and equipment used that qualify you for the position.

Minimum Qualifications are:

Possession of a valid and unrestricted Class A commercial driver license with a N (Tank Vehicle) endorsement. And

Either I

One year of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a Caltrans Equipment Operator I.

Or II

Two years of experience in the California state service performing the duties of a Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker, Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Worker, or Tree Maintenance Worker.

Or III Either:

1. Three years of experience in the California Department of Transportation performing the duties of a Service Assistant (Maintenance) including training in and operation of heavy or complex maintenance or construction equipment. or 2. Two years of experience within the last five years (this time limitation is extended for a period equivalent to that spent in recognized military service during the last five years) in operating highway, structure, emergency service, landscape, or construction equipment. or 3. Possession of certification as a Heavy Equipment Operator Technician from a college or university accredited by the California Superintendent of Public Instruction, or a college or university approved by the Bureau on Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education, under the provisions of California Education Code Chapter 3, Part 59, Division 10.

Possessionof Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/orappointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you mustinclude your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted andmay be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreigntranscripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign courseworkis equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: . Please redactbirthdates and social security numbers.