Description

Under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor or Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker, the incumbent maintains functional and landscape plantings, performs weed control and soil sterilization, maintains irrigation systems, oversees the work of MPRO (County Probationers) workers, performs homeless encampment removal and graffiti abatement. Involves heavy manual labor. Will operate light vehicles and equipment, must possess a valid Class C driver's license. Incumbent may also be assigned any duties normally performed by the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker classification.

PARF # 04-26-0571, JC-521046

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the CLASSIFICATION 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.

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 6010 Monterey Rd, San Jose, Santa Clara County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

The incumbent may expect to work in all types of weather such as: high/low temperature, strong winds, rain, fog, snow, sleet and flooding. May be exposed to poison oak, snakes, insects, loud noise, dust, chemicals, flying debris, high speed vehicle traffic, moving construction equipment in the work zone and other environmental conditions associated with Highway/Landscape Maintenance. The incumbent may be required to work at heights greater than 7 ft. and confined spaces. remove homeless encampment debris, remove/dispose dead animals. Incumbent may have to travel and stay overnight in order to; attend mandatory classes, respond to emergencies during weekends and holidays. Incumbent may be subject to changes in their shift due to Departmental necessities such as during: floods, earthquakes and storms. The incumbent will be required to wear safety equipment such as earplugs, hard hats, proper footwear, and safety glasses. encampment debris, remove/dispose dead animals. Incumbent may have to travel and stay overnight in order to; attend mandatory classes, respond to emergencies during weekends and holidays. Incumbent may be subject to changes in their shift due to Departmental necessities such as during: floods, earthquakes and storms. The incumbent will be required to wear safety equipment such as earplugs, hard hats, proper footwear, and safety glasses.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-521046

Position #(s):

904-730-6286-285

Working Title:

CEO II

Classification:

CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
$4,883.00 - $6,127.00
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:

Santa Clara 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

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 Class A commercial driver's license, with TankVehicle (N) endorsement.

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.

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 and may be requiredupon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must providea transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates thenumber of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Pleasevisit 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 securitynumbers

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: 6/27/2026
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).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Transportation

N/A

Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact

Certification Services MS-90

P O Box 168036

Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation

N/A

Caltrans DHR Contact

Certification Services MS-90

P O Box 168036

Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Closed on weekends and State holidays

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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.

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.

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 provisions of the California Vehicle Code as it applies to the operation of vehicles and regulations and safety practices pertaining to highway emergency services including fire suppression techniques and emergency first aid.

-Knowledge of traffic control for moving and stationary operations as specified on Chapter 8 of the Injury and Illness Prevention Program.

-Knowledge of safety and health policies and procedures outlined in the Department's Injury and Illness Prevention Program.

-Ability to learn to operate equipment and tasks associated with maintaining State assets.

-Ability to assess circumstances and act appropriately and accordingly.

Benefits

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

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

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.

Human Resources Contact:
Jasmin Sarai
(510) 376-8115
[email protected]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Jaqueline Nunez
(510) 599-2552
[email protected]

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
[email protected]

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.

Important Application Instructions:

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-521046), PARF# 04-26-0571 and title of the position (Caltrans Equipment Operator II) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

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.

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.