CT Equipment Operator II

Caltrans: California Department of Transportation; Remote; EUR 42.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A state transportation department in California seeks a CT Equipment Operator II to operate, maintain, and repair maintenance equipment for the State Highway System. Applicants must have a valid Class A driver's license and be prepared to work in varying conditions, including emergency situations. A background in highway maintenance and knowledge of safety practices are highly desirable. The position requires interacting with equipment and performing general labor tasks outdoors.

Qualifikationen

• Must possess a valid and unrestricted Class A driver's license.
• Ability to operate and maintain various maintenance equipment.
• Experience in manual labor and conditions related to highways.

Aufgaben

• Operate, maintain, and repair maintenance equipment.
• Perform general labor tasks for state highway maintenance.
• Respond to emergency calls and perform duties under various weather conditions.

Kenntnisse

Operation of maintenance equipment

Manual and power tool usage

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Valid Class A driver's license with tanker endorsement

Medical certificate

Tools

Light trucks

Minor construction equipment

Jobbeschreibung

CT Equipment Operator II

Job Posting: CT Equipment Operator II

Department of Transportation

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor or guidance of a Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker, the Caltrans Equipment Operator II operates, maintains, and repairs various maintenance equipment and performs general laboring tasks associated with the maintenance of the State Highway System. The incumbent may be required to work overtime and work irregular shifts/alternate work schedules including nights, holidays, and weekends; may be required to work temporary and/or intermittent varied work shifts and required to respond to emergency situations and calls. May be loaned to other cost centers. This position is represented under collective bargaining. This classification requires a valid and unrestricted class A driver's license with tanker (N) endorsement and a current medical certificate. Hazardous materials endorsement (X) is desirable, but not required.

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 click here 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 located at 1090 S. Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, Orange County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. The incumbent will be based at a Maintenance Station in a climate‑controlled environment under artificial lights, but most of the duties and time will be spent outdoors operating equipment and/or performing manual labor. Weather conditions vary from cold, windy, and wet winter climate to a very hot and dry summer climate. May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes, hot materials, chemicals, loud noises, inclement weather, steep, uneven and/or unstable terrain, fast moving traffic, and/or extreme temperatures. May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time. May be exposed/put in stressful situations. Will be required to wear long pants and appropriate footwear in good condition, and must wear provided Personal Protective Safety Equipment including, but not limited to: shirt and/or vest, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, face shield, respirator, ear plugs, as well as other safety devices deemed necessary. The incumbent will be required to travel extensively throughout the assigned area and may be required to travel and work in other areas in the District.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• This classification requires a valid and unrestricted class A driver's license with tanker (N) endorsement and a current medical certificate. Hazardous materials endorsement (X) is desirable, but not required.

Application Instructions

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

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.

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: Department of Transportation, California Department of Transportation, Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-501508, 1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor, Santa Ana, CA 92705.

Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages: Department of Transportation, California Department of Transportation, Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-501508, 1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor, Santa Ana, CA 92705. Closed on weekends and State holidays. 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM.

Required Application Package Documents: 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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge: Operation and care of automotive equipment including light trucks and minor construction equipment, repair and maintenance of equipment, basic safe work practices to protect the safety and the health of the employee and others, provisions of the California Vehicle Code applying to the operation of vehicles, regulations and safety practices pertaining to highway emergencies, fire suppression techniques, emergency first aid; familiarization with various highway structure, emergency service, or landscape maintenance and construction equipment including operation, servicing, minor adjustment and emergency repairs to such equipment, and the safety and health policies and procedures contained in the Department's Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Must possess a knowledge of statewide Maintenance functions and the mission, goals, organization and procedures of the Department of Transportation.

Abilities and Analytical: Must be able to use, operate, and care for various manual and power tools. Communicate and follow both oral and written directions at a level for successful job performance, perform manual labor, assist in work related to the maintenance of highway, structure, and landscaped areas. Ability to keep records. The incumbent must have the ability to modify and change work methods to solve various problems encountered in daily operations and emergency situations.

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

Human Resources Contact: Leah Seale, [phone], [e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact: Tracy Lim, [phone], [e-mail]

EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office, [phone], [e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)