CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

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

Job summary

CALTRANS is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician (Shop) in California's Department of Transportation to inspect, diagnose, repair and service fleet equipment in a shop setting. Incumbents may be required to travel to field locations and assist others.

A valid Class C driver license is required, and duties involve PPE and safety protocols while handling tools and materials. The position may involve working at the main shop or sub-shops, with duties including record-keeping and operating computer

Responsibilities

• Constructs, inspects, diagnoses, repairs and services various fleet equipment types used by the Department.
• Completes records and reports; uses computer equipment for tasks.
• May assist in instructing helpers, apprentices or other employees; travel to field locations as needed.

Job description

Job Posting: Heavy Equipment Technician (Shop)

Department of Transportation

JC-533404

JC-533404 - Heavy Equipment Technician (Shop) 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: 10/10/2026

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 typically work in a shop environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various fleet equipment types used by the Department. Completes various records and reports, uses computer equipment for various tasks. May assist in instructing or giving direction to helpers, apprentices or other employees. Primary work location is the main shop or sub-shop. Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver license and will assume responsibility for reasonable safeguards, proper use and handling of materials, tools, equipment and facilities at all times. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required. 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, including work hours and workdays. PARF# 32-27-0151/ JC-533404

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 .

Working Conditions

Position located at 981 N Beale Rd Marysville, Yuba 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. May need to work outside and/or travel to assist at other field mechanic's location or other highway maintenance stations. Incumbent may / will be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, hazardous materials, and various temperatures. May be subject to travel, rotation, changes of