Equipment Operator II (JC-528974)

Caltrans; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans in Tulelake, CA is seeking a highway maintenance worker to operate Category 1 and 2 equipment, performing paving, mowing, ditch cleaning, patching and other roadside tasks under the supervision of a Maintenance Supervisor.

The role may require overtime, nights and weekends and may be filled as a permanent intermittent position with up to 1,500 hours per year depending on department needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate Category 1 and Category 2 highway maintenance equipment as assigned.
• Perform tasks such as paving, shoulder grading, mowing, ditch cleaning, patching, and repair of markers, signs, fences, guardrails, culverts, and related duties.
• Work with crews under the supervision of a Maintenance Supervisor; overtime, nights, and weekends may be required.
• Permanent intermittent position may reach up to 1,500 hours in any 12-month period depending on departmental needs.

Job description

Apply by: 8/28/26

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career."

About the Position:

Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent operates equipment identified as Category 1 and Category 2 used by assigned unit and works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work. May work with other crews. Required to work overtime, nights, and weekends due to storms, emergencies, special work projects, as determined by the Supervisor or Department. The incumbent will operate end-dump trucks from 2 to 10 cu. yards, with either automatic or manual transmission, and equipped with snowplows and sanders; may also operate front-end loaders, motor graders, snow blowers, equipment trailers, rear & side flail mowers, slope mowers and other related vehicles while performing stated duties. Accomplishes tasks normally performed by the assigned unit, such as paving, shoulder grading, mowing, ditch cleaning, dig outs, pavement patching, repair or replacement of guide markers, signs, fence, guardrail, clean culverts, traffic control, litter pick up, maintenance of roadside rest areas and state buildings / facilities, and any other duties that would normally be assigned to a Highway Maintenance Worker or Landscape Maintenance Worker.

A permanent, intermittent employee may work up to 1,500 hours in any 12 consecutive months. The number of hours and schedule of work shall be determined based upon the operational needs of each department.

*See more details on the Duty Statement located on the job posting.

This Posting is for 3 Locations:

Newell 301 County Rd 176 Tulelake CA 96134