CDL-Required Highway Equipment Operator II

Caltrans; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans seeks an Equipment Operator II to support highway maintenance in Santa Cruz County. The role focuses on operating and servicing category A & B equipment for at least half the time, with additional non-equipment duties as needed.

Applicants must hold a valid Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement and will undergo a drug screening. Eligibility is determined by the Caltrans Equipment Operator II Exam; multiple positions are available.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A commercial driver's license with Tank Vehicle endorsement.
• Drug screening required prior to hire.
• Eligibility determined by Caltrans Equipment Operator II Exam.

Responsibilities

• Operate and service highway maintenance, landscape or construction equipment (category A & B) at least 50% of the time.
• May be assigned to perform non-equipment operation duties as part of normal assignments.
• Perform tasks such as paving, shoulder grading, mowing, ditch cleaning, patching, sign/guardrail repairs, traffic control, litter pickup and related duties.

Job description

Caltrans seeks an Equipment Operator II to support highway maintenance in Santa Cruz County. The role focuses on operating and servicing category A & B equipment for at least half the time, with additional non-equipment duties as needed.

Applicants must hold a valid Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement and will undergo a drug screening. Eligibility is determined by the Caltrans Equipment Operator II Exam; multiple positions are available.