MAINTENANCE WORKER, TUNNELS AND TUBES

Caltrans; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 638,000 - 807,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking a Maintenance Worker for Tunnels and Tubes in Alameda County. The role involves performing semiskilled maintenance and repair of tunnel equipment, operating control room systems, and ensuring safety according to ERP policies.

The position is permanent, full-time, in-office with a salary range listed as $4,763.00 to $6,029.00 per month. California driver’s license is required, and employment may involve on-site duties at the California Department of Transportation facility.

Qualifications

• CDL required and valid California driver license
• Safety practices required in tunnel and tube operation
• Ability to perform semiskilled manual maintenance tasks

Responsibilities

• Perform semiskilled maintenance and repair of tunnel and tube equipment used for vehicular traffic.
• Operate and monitor equipment, controls, and alarm systems in the control room as needed.
• Maintain logs and records of maintenance work and safety checks.
• Follow Caltrans policies and ERP procedures and ensure safe operation of equipment.

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.

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-534788

Position #(s)

904-760-6710-918

Working Title

Maintenance Worker, Tunnels & Tubes

Classification

MAINTENANCE WORKER, TUNNELS AND TUBES

Salary

$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.

# of Positions

Multiple

Work Location

Alameda County

Telework

In Office

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Facility

California Department of Transportation

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

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 policies 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 . Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Maintenance Worker, Tunnels and Tubes exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Special Requirements

• 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 & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position but may not be considered unless the 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