MAINTENANCE WORKER, TUNNELS AND TUBES

State of California; California; On-site; USD 53,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California, Department of Transportation, is seeking a Maintenance Worker for Tunnels and Tubes in Oakland. You will perform semiskilled maintenance on tunnel equipment, assist in operating control room consoles, and help with log keeping and ERP procedures.

A valid California CDL is required and you may be assigned as Console Operator from time to time. Position salary ranges from $4,763.00 to $6,029.00 per month, with possible adjustments and a potential Personal Leave Program

Qualifications

• Valid California Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Drug screening must be passed before hire.
• Post & Bid process applies; eligibility rules may affect consideration.

Responsibilities

• Perform semiskilled maintenance and repair tasks on tunnel/tube equipment (motors, ventilation, water pumping, electrical and lighting systems).
• Learn and assist in operating district equipment, console, and communications gear; may serve as Console Operator in the control room.
• Maintain logs and records, follow ERP procedures, and respond to emergency communications as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

Job description

Job Posting:Maintenance Worker, Tunnels & Tubes

Department of Transportation

JC-534788 -

JC-534788 - Maintenance Worker, Tunnels & Tubes

MAINTENANCE WORKER, TUNNELS AND TUBES

$4,763.00 - $6,029.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/19/2026

PARF# 04-27-0594, JC-534788

Under supervision of a Supervisor, the Maintenance Worker performs a variety of semiskilled manual tasks in the maintenance and repair of equipment used in the operation of tunnels and tubes facilities for vehicular traffic including motors, ventilation fans, water pumping equipment, electronic systems, electrical systems, and lighting. Assists in the operation of such equipment and do other related work. Maintenance Worker must become proficient in: Common methods, practices and materials used in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of tunnel or tube equipment facilities. Safety practices required in vehicular tunnel and tube operation. The Maintenance Worker cleans, services, and assists in maintaining, lubricating and changing oil in all gear boxes, chain drives and other equipment. Also, includes repairing electrical and mechanical equipment used in the operation of Tunnels and Tubes for vehicular traffic. Learns and assists in the operation of electrical and mechanical equipment, including the operator console and District Communications equipment; will, on occasion, be assigned as the Console Operator watch in the control room, monitors all controls, lights, fire alarm systems, telephones, Carbon Monoxide (CO) analyzers, remote TV cameras, etc.; operates the radio, receives and handles emergency calls; identifies problem and location of emergency, contacts appropriate Caltrans unit or individual and accurately transmits information; maintains log of all calls and maintains records of maintenance work performed as spelled out in the Caltrans Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and other protocols and procedures. A valid and unrestricted Class C driver's license is required.

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 .

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 420 Caldecott Lane, Oakland, AlamedaCounty.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

The incumbent may work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting, in the air ducts, portal buildings tunnel roadways, and confined spaces. They may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, traffic hazards and/or extreme heat or cold.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MAINTENANCE WORKER, TUNNELS AND TUBES

MAINTENANCE WORKER, TUNNELS AND TUBES

$4,763.00 - $6,029.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

• 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 Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.

A valid and unrestricted Class C driver's license is required.

This position is subject to the Post & Bidprocess. Applications from a certification list, transfer,change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and developmentassignment will be accepted for this position but may not be considered unlessthe 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.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

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.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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.