CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) is seeking an Equipment Operator II to perform highway maintenance tasks such as striping, sweeping, sign installation, and vegetation control. Incumbents must possess a valid Class A driver’s license with Tank endorsement; HazMat endorsement and Qualified Applicators Certification are desirable.

Position located in Mendocino County with potential per diem for out-of-town assignments.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Class A driver's license with Tank endorsement.
• Hazardous Materials endorsement desirable.
• Qualified Applicators Certification desirable.
• Knowledge of basic safe work practices and California Vehicle Code requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with striping, pavement markings, sweeping, and sign installation.
• Perform chemical roadside vegetation control and operate equipment safely.
• Work individually or with a crew on highway maintenance tasks.
• Coordinate with other crews as needed and follow supervisor guidance.

Skills

Safe work practices

Driver's license

Vehicle code knowledge

Job description

Job Posting:Caltrans Equipment Operator II

Department of Transportation

JC-533689 - 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: 10/9/2026

Working Conditions

Position is located at 90 W Lake Mendocino Dr Ukiah, Mendocino County.
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

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.

Minimum Requirements

• CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: California Department of Transportation

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

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.

• 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 a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

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

Desirable Qualifications

Hazardous Materials endorsement and Qualified Applicators Certification is desirable.

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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.

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.

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.

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.