CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

State of California; California; On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California, Department of Transportation, seeks a Heavy Equipment Technician (Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic) in Sacramento. The role involves constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing a fleet of equipment, with duties in shop and field settings and responsibilities for records and PPE.

New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum of the classification. Final filing date is 10/23/2026. Travel and overtime may be required; a valid CDL is required.

Qualifications

• Construct, inspect, diagnose, repair and service equipment.
• Complete records and reports using computer equipment.
• May instruct or direct helpers, apprentices or other employees.
• Must possess a valid Class C driver license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a shop and/or field environment performing maintenance.
• Construct, inspect, diagnose, repair and service equipment.
• Complete records and reports; use computer equipment.
• May instruct or direct helpers, apprentices or other employees.

Skills

Diagnose equipment

Repair equipment

Inspect equipment

Shop/field work

PPE/safety

Job description

Job Posting: Heavy Equipment Technician

Department of Transportation

JC-534725-Heavy Equipment Technician
CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

$5,608.00 - $6,723.00 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: 10/23/2026

Job Description and Duties

Within the Division of Equipment (DOE), under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or direction of a Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker, the incumbent will be working in a shop and/or field environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various equipment used in the Department's fleet. Completes various records and reports, uses computer equipment for various tasks. May assist in instructing or giving direction to helpers, apprentices or other employees.
Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver license and will assume responsibility for reasonable safeguards, proper use and handling of materials and tools, equipment and facilities at all times using personal protective equipment (PPE). It may be necessary to work outside and or travel to assist at a field mechanic’s location, or a highway maintenance station. The incumbent must be able to work in these areas in inclement weather, which may include severe cold or heat. At times it may be necessary to assist with the daily operation of the shop. Job assignments may be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and work days.

PARF# 32-27-0173 / JC-534725
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.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic 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 3400 R St Sacramento, Sacramento County
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Incumbent will work in a shop and/or field environment. Incumbent may work with others or by themselves. Duties may involve work in variable/inclement conditions. May be dispatched to assist at other field mechanic’s locations or other highway maintenance stations. Incumbent may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, hazardous materials and various temperatures. May be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays, and mandatory overtime. Must be able to work during emergency or declared emergency situations.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-534725

Position #(s): 932-032-3713-XXX

Working Title: Heavy Equipment Technician

Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC $5,608.00 - $6,723.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

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.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

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 valid Class C driver’s license

Please ensure all work experience listed on your application is filled out completely and as thoroughly as possible. Applications received without detailed work experience reflected may be disqualified from further consideration. Only work experience listed on the application (STD 678) will be considered. Notations on the application to 'see attached' or 'see resume' are not acceptable.

This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, 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.

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. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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:
Irina Prints
[phone]
[e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Brandon Futcher
[phone]
[e-mail]

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
[phone]
[e-mail]

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.