Job Description and Duties 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 and landscape work and/or snow removal. Class A driver's license with Tank endorsement is required. May be required to work rotating or irregular shifts including weekends, nights, after hours callouts and overtime.
Operate Category 1 and Category 2 equipment used by the assigned unit. Equipment such as but not limited to end-dump trucks from 2 to 10 cu. yards, with either automatic or manual transmission, equipped with snow plows 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.
When not operating the specified equipment accomplish tasks normally performed by the assigned unit. Such tasks may include, but are not limited to, 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 stops, and any other duties that would normally be assigned to a Highway Maintenance Worker or Landscape Maintenance Worker.
May be loaned to snow yards and overnight travel may be required. Operate snow removal equipment including trucks with plows and or sanders, motor graders, loaders, and rotary snow blowers. Included would be operating and manning chain control and road closures, directing traffic and proper placement of warning /detour signs. Also included would be assisting in all aspects of slide removal (both manual and mechanical).
Equipment Care: Servicing, minor repairs, adjustments, and emergency repairs, cleaning of equipment and keeping all pertinent records.
Record Keeping and Reporting: Crew report forms, pre and postoperative equipment checks, fuel purchases/usage, and material usage reports
PARF# 03-4-0471 / JC-435525 Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Equipment Operator II 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 and search by typing in the classification title.
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Working Conditions Position located at 2243 Cornelian Dr. South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, El Dorado County New toState candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification orminimum of alternate range when applicable. 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. Theposition(s) require(s) a valid unrestricted Class A commercial driver'slicense, with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement. Theposition(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver's license. Possessionof a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leasedvehicle. Possessionof Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/orappointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you mustinclude your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted andmay be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreigntranscripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency reportevaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign courseworkis equivalent. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: . Please redactbirthdates and social security numbers
Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
Must have knowledge of materials, methods, equipment, and tools used in highway maintenance and construction; provisions of the California Vehicle Code as it pertains to the loading and operation of motor vehicles; and rules and regulations pertaining to highway maintenance practices.
Benefits to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.
Important Applications Instructions: Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.
Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.
NOTE: Do not submit the "Equal Employment Opportunity" questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver's license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
