CALTRANS HIGHWAY MECHANIC SUPERVISOR

Caltrans; California (MO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking a Highway Mechanic Supervisor in San Bernardino County for a 12-month limited-term full-time role. The incumbent will supervise mechanics, set budgets, ensure safety, and coordinate with vendors to maintain highway equipment in operable condition.

The position involves directing shop and field staff, maintaining records, and making repair decisions under district supervision. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Supervise a team of mechanics, helpers and apprentices on highway equipment maintenance.
• Maintain compliance with safety policies and budget constraints.
• Keep accurate records and prepare budgets for tool and equipment repairs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a force of mechanics, helpers and apprentices engaged in constructing, servicing and repairing automotive, construction and highway maintenance equipment.
• Make decisions regarding repair, use and transportation of equipment; direct shop and field personnel.
• Maintain a safe workplace and ensure timely, quality repairs in collaboration with vendors and district personnel.
• Directs efforts of shop and field personnel and maintains good working relationships with outside vendors.
• Works with other State agencies to promote economical use of equipment.

Skills

Supervision

Budgeting

Record keeping

Safety compliance

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.

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-530639

Position #(s):

932-028-6828-925

Working Title:

Highway Mechanic Supervisor

Classification:

CALTRANS HIGHWAY MECHANIC SUPERVISOR

Salary: $6,874.00 - $8,137.00

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:

San Bernardino County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - 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

While working for the Department of Transportation, Division of Equipment; the incumbent will be under the direction of the Highway Equipment Superintendent I, II or III. Supervises a force of mechanics, helpers and apprentices engaged in constructing, servicing and repairing automotive, construction and highway maintenance equipment. May be assisted by a CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker. Keeps records, establishes training programs, implements departmental policies, and prepares tool and equipment budgets, makes estimates for equipment repairs, improvements and disposal. Makes decisions regarding the repair, use and transportation of equipment. Acts in the absence of the Highway Equipment Superintendent. Directs the efforts of shop and field personnel. Maintains a safe workplace. Maintains a good working relationship with outside vendors while ensuring quality and timely repairs. Works closely with district personnel to maintain Caltrans equipment in a safe and operable manner. Works with other State agencies to promote the economical use of equipment.

This position is a one year limited term position which may be extended an additional 12 months or become permanent.

PARF# 32-27-0123 / JC- 530639

Special Requirements

• 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.