Equipment Operator II: Snow & Roadway Ops

Caltrans; California (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking an Equipment Operator II to maintain roads in El Dorado County. You will operate snow removal equipment, plows, sanders, graders, loaders, and rotary blowers, and manage chain controls and detours while directing traffic.

Candidates must hold a valid Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement. The position is permanent intermittent up to 1,500 hours with in-office telework, and candidates will be evaluated via state exams. Join the California Department of Transportation team.

Qualifications

• Operate snow removal equipment including plows, sanders, graders, loaders, and rotary blowers.
• Direct traffic and place warning/detour signs as required.
• Assist in slide removal both manually and mechanically.

Responsibilities

• Operate snow removal equipment including trucks with plows and/or sanders, motor graders, loaders, and rotary snow blowers.
• Manage chain control and road closures and direct traffic.
• Assist in slide removal and related tasks.

Skills

Snow removal equipment operation

Traffic control

Safety-focused operations

Education

Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement

Job description

Caltrans is seeking an Equipment Operator II to maintain roads in El Dorado County. You will operate snow removal equipment, plows, sanders, graders, loaders, and rotary blowers, and manage chain controls and detours while directing traffic.

Candidates must hold a valid Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement. The position is permanent intermittent up to 1,500 hours with in-office telework, and candidates will be evaluated via state exams. Join the California Department of Transportation team.