Job Description

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent operates a variety of maintenance, construction and landscape equipment requiring a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement while performing duties associated with maintaining the State highway system and all its facilities. May be required to work overtime including nights, weekends, and holidays.

PARF 08-26-0286 / JC 523202

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 6690 La Contenta Rd Yucca Valley, San Bernardino County.

Most of the incumbent’s time will be spent in the field, operating equipment or working on foot. Weather conditions vary from a cold, windy, and wet winter climate to a very hot and predominately dry summer climate. Temperature extremes can range from below freezing in the winter to well over 100 degrees on a consistent basis in the summer. Occasional heavy thunderstorms can be expected in the summer months and heavy rain is to be expected in the winter. Will be required to operate equipment and work outside in extreme temperatures and inclement weather, and may be required to sit or stand for long periods. May work on uneven surfaces and may be exposed to noise, dust, hot materials and chemicals. Will be required to wear long pants and appropriate footwear, as defined in section 4.3 of the current MOU, and must wear provided personal protective safety equipment such as shirts or vests, hard hats, safety glasses and gloves, as well as other safety devices deemed necessary. Will be required to travel extensively through the assigned area and may be required to travel to and work in other areas in the district.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.

The position(s) require(s) a valid Class A commercial driver’s license, with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement.

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: or . Please redact birthdates 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:

Knowledge of the operation and care of equipment used in the assigned duties and provisions of the California Vehicle Code as they apply to their operation; regulations, procedures and safety practices relating to highway maintenance work.

Knowledge of safety and health policies and procedures contained in the Department’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program, safety rules and regulations related to assigned duties as stated in Chapter 8 of the Maintenance Manual Vol. 1, and knowledge of basic safe work practices.

Knowledge and follow policies and procedures for operating two-way radios, and have knowledge of fire suppression techniques and emergency first aid.

Possession a valid Class "A" Commercial Driver License with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement.

Ability to communicate and follow directions, both oral and written, at a level required for successful job performance; develop and maintain good working relationships with others; deal tactfully with the public; keep legible and accurate records; and abiliy to do heavy manual labor.

Ability to effectively analyze various work situations and make sound decisions.

May be required to work an alternate work shift that includes weekends. May be required to work temporary and/or intermittent varied work shifts, and may respond to emergency calls.

Benefits

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

Important Application 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Interim role, Summer work, Shift work, Night shift

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