CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Caltrans; Marysville (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician (Shop) in Yuba County to maintain and repair fleet equipment in a shop environment. Tasks include diagnosing, repairing and servicing machines, with documentation and reporting using computer systems.

The role may involve guiding helpers and traveling to field sites as needed. The position is permanent and full-time, requiring a valid California CDL, ability to work in varying weather, and readiness to operate in an office/shop setting consistent

Qualifications

• CDL is required and must be valid.
• Ability to diagnose, repair and service fleet equipment.
• Willingness to travel to field locations when needed.

Responsibilities

• Construct, inspect, diagnose, repair and service fleet equipment in a shop.
• Complete records and reports; use computer systems for tasks.
• Instruct or guide helpers or apprentices as needed.
• Operate primarily from the main shop or sub-shop.

Skills

CDL

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

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.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533404

Position #(s): 932-023-3713-XXX

Working Title: Heavy Equipment Technician (Shop)

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: Yuba 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

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.

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.
• The position(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

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.