CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor and lead guidance from a Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker, incumbent assists with various striping, pavement markings, sweeping, sign installation, and chemical roadside vegetation control; works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work.
Must have knowledge of basic safe work practices and the provisions of the California Vehicle Code applying to the operation of vehicles, servicing, minor adjustments, and emergency repairs to equipment.
Occasionally 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 and Qualified Applicators Certification is desirable.
Work with crews involved in maintaining and installing pavement delineation on State Highways.
This includes maintenance and installation of striping, pavement markings, and signs.
Also covers marker or stripe grinding and sweeping operations.
Operation of district paint and thermoplastic stripers, shadow vehicles, digger derrick, sweeper, forklifts, and CMS mounted pick-up trucks.
Will perform and assist with operator level scheduled and preventative maintenance on equipment assigned to unit including stripers, sweepers, thermoplastic truck, chemical applicator vehicle, shadow vehicles, grinders, and pick-up trucks.
Will perform pre and post-operative equipment checks.
Works with district sign, raised markers, pavement markings, camera, and culvert inspection crews.
Roadside Sign repair, cleaning, clearing, plumbing and installation of new signs directed by Traffic Safety Office.
Additionally, provides traffic control support for district electrical and bridge crews.
Traffic paint and thermoplastic application; installing or refreshing highway in accordance with the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
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.
The Caltrans Equipment Operator II Exam is located here: https://www.
calcareers.
ca.
gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/Bulletin.
aspx?examCD=9PB20 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# 01-4-199 / JC-415612 You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions Positions located in Ukiah, Mendocino County This position is subject to the Post & Bid process.
Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position, but cannot be acted upon unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.
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.
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
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-415612 Position #(s): 901-658-6286-XXX Working Title: CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II – SIGNS AND LANDSCAPE CREW Classification: CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II $4,741.
00 - $5,720.
00 # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Mendocino County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.
Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.
The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.
Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.
Department Website: www.
dot.
ca.
gov Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant: https://dot.
ca.
gov/jobs/docs/faq-ct-applicants-081617.
pdf Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.
ca.
gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.
ca.
gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity 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.
Possession of an Unrestricted California Commercial Driver’s License Class "A" with a tank vehicle endorsement is required.
The position(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.
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.
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.
Here is a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.
naces.
org/members.
Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.
Application Instructions 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.
Final Filing Date: 2/16/2024 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list 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).
How To Apply 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 CalCareer Account at www.
CalCareers.
ca.
gov.
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 submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Transportation Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services MS-90 P O Box 168036 Sacramento, CA 95816-8036 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Transportation Caltrans DHR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS 1727 30th Street, MS 90 Sacramento, CA 95816 Closed on weekends and State holidays 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application.
Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.
CalCareers.
ca.
gov.
All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
Resume is optional.
It may be included, but is not required.
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview.
The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview.
Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.
Benefits Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Contact Information 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.
Human Resources Contact: Kenny Pham (916) 662-3213 Kenny.
Pham@dot.
ca.
gov Hiring Unit Contact: Tricia McKenzie (707) 798-7490 Tricia.
McKenzie@dot.
ca.
gov Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.
You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office (844) 368-3367 Ask.
eeo@dot.
ca.
gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
Important Applications Instructions The State application (STD.
678) is required and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly.
For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-415612), PARF# 01-4-199 and title of the position (Caltrans Equipment Operator II) must be included on the STD.
678 form.
Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.
Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD.
678), to be considered for this position.
NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD.
678).
This page is for examination use only.
Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts.
Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.
The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.
Survey: Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.
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be/oC9wIp8QalI 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.
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.