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Job Posting: CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
Department of Transportation
CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
$4,883.00 - $6,127.00 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: 11/1/2026
Job Description and Duties
Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor in Special Crews headquartered in Redding, the Equipment Operator II operates equipment identified as Category 1 and Category 2 used by assigned unit, and works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to maintenance work on the state right of way, which includes highways, bridges, landscapes, and facilities. May work with other crews. Required to work overtime, nights and weekends due to storms, emergencies, or special work projects, as determined by the Supervisor or Department. Must possess an unrestricted, valid Class A driver's license w/ Tank endorsement. This position is represented under collective bargaining. This is a designated travel crew and works out of town on a per diem basis up to 80% of the year.
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PARF 02-27-0098 / JC 536518
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Required to work in a wide range of sometimes extreme conditions, including heat up to 120 degrees, cold to -15 degrees, strong winds, rain, sleet, and snow. During the winter months the workweek is normally 5/8-hour days. During the summer months the workweeks may be changed to 4/10-hour days. The scheduling of the 5/8 days or the 4/10 days is at the discretion of the District Management and pursuant to operational needs. Required to work overtime, nights and weekends due to storms, emergencies, special work projects, or when the Supervisor deems that it is in the best interest of the State.
Position Details
Department Information
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.
- The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 11/1/2026Who May Apply
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).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.
Benefits
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.
Salvador Cardiel
(916) 491-0923
salvador.cardiel.jr@dot.ca.gov
Lisa Ciapponi
(530) 225-3050
lisa.ciapponi@dot.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368-3367
Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
Important Application Instructions:
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.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Pension PlanSalary : $4,883 - $6,127