CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC LEADWORKER

Caltrans; California; On-site; USD 69,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans in Nevada County seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker to lead a team of mechanics, perform estimates, assign work, and supervise hands-on repairs and servicing of the Caltrans fleet. The role requires coordinating with supervisors and ensuring quality repairs to trucks, graders, and related machinery.

The position emphasizes safety, proper use of materials, and adherence to state procedures.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license.
• Eligibility for hire may depend on the Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker exam.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of CT Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Automobile Mechanics, Helpers and Apprentices in a shop setting.
• Make accident damage estimates and issue job orders, assign and supervise work, and ensure proper repair and servicing of Caltrans fleet equipment.
• Complete repair records, use computer systems for data input/output, and maintain safe handling of materials and tools.

Skills

Valid CDL

Class C driver's license

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-535001

Position #(s): 932-023-6831-XXX

Working Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker

Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC LEADWORKER

$6,157.00 - $7,379.00

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: Nevada 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

In a shop environment, under the direction of a Caltrans (CT)Highway Mechanic Supervisor, acting in a lead capacity to a group of CT Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Automobile Mechanics, Helpers and Apprentices, makes accident damage estimates and job orders on incoming jobs, assigns jobs, checks work, gives instructions, aids with difficult mechanical problems, and performs hands-on work in the construction, inspection, diagnosis, repairing and servicing of automobiles, trucks, tractors, personnel hoists, spray equipment, loaders, graders, snowplows, pumps, air compressors, diesel and gasoline engines and similar equipment used in the Caltrans fleet. Completes various repair records and reports, uses computer equipment to input and retrieve data and does other related work. Incumbent will assume responsibility for reasonable safeguards, proper use and handling of materials, equipment and facilities. Must possess a valid class C driver's license. Job assignments may be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays.

PARF# 32-27-0174 / JC-535001

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 Leadworker 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.

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

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 and unrestricted 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.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.