Caltrans District 3
CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Caltrans District 3, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
Job Posting: CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic Department of Transportation JC-494721 CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Salary: $5,608.00 - $6,723.00 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: 10/20/2025 Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account), By Mail, Drop-off, Print Job — Apply by electronic method preferred. Job Description And Duties Within the Division of Equipment (DOE) and under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker, the incumbent will be working in a shop and/or field environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various equipment used in the Department\'s fleet. Completes various records and reports, uses computer equipment for various tasks. May assist in instructing or giving direction to helpers, apprentices or other employees. Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver license and will assume responsibility for reasonable safeguards, proper use and handling of materials and tools, equipment and facilities at all times using personal protective equipment (PPE). It may be necessary to work outside and/or travel to assist at a field mechanic\'s location, or a highway maintenance station. The incumbent must be able to work in these areas in inclement weather, which may include severe cold or heat. Job assignments may be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays. PARF# 32-6-195 / JC-494721 Eligibility for hire
may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic 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. 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. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job. Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool. The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions
Position located at 120 Rickard St. San Francisco, San Francisco County. Incumbent will work in a shop and/or field environment. May work with others or by themselves. May need to work outside or travel to assist at other field mechanic locations or other highway maintenance stations. Incumbent may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, hazardous materials and various temperatures. May be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays, and mandatory overtime. Must be able to work during emergency or declared emergency situations. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details
Job Code #: JC-494721 Position #(s): 932-024-3713-XXX Working Title: CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Salary: $5,608.00 - $6,723.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Number of Positions: Multiple Work Location: San Francisco County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 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 a valid California Driver\'s 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 Drug Screening prior to being hired. The position(s) require a valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license. Please ensure all work experience listed on your application is filled out completely. Applications with insufficient detail may be disqualified. Only work experience listed on the application (STD 678) will be considered. Notations like “see attached” or “see resume” are not acceptable. This position is subject to the Post & Bid process.
Applications from a certification list, transfer/change in class, reinstatement, re-employment, and training and development assignment candidates will be accepted but cannot be acted upon 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 basing eligibility on education, include unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official transcripts may be required upon appointment. Foreign transcripts/degrees must include a U.S. equivalency assessment. See: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers. Application Instructions: Completed applications and required documents must be received or postmarked by Final Filing Date. Final Filing Date: 10/20/2025 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. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority. How To Apply
Submit Application Packages via CalCareers.ca.gov. If submitting hard copy, follow the listed instructions and include STD 678 when applicable. Address for Mailing Applications: Department of Transportation, Certification Services MS-90, P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816-8036 Address for Drop-Off Applications: Caltrans DHR, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816 Open Hours: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM, Closed on weekends and State holidays. Required Application Package Documents: Current STD Form 678 (or electronic), and any required documents. Resume is optional. Benefits
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California. Some benefits may include Recruitment Hire-Above Minimum authorization and potential monthly pay differential; these may be removed upon movement from approved classes or locations. Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Irina Prints, (279) 234-2367, irina.prints@dot.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact: Carlos Alvarez, (510) 719-9059, tito.alvarez@dot.ca.gov Reasonable accommodations information: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) Important Application Instructions
The State application (STD. 678) is required, each section must be filled out completely. For mailed or hand delivered applications, include the Job Control number (JC-494721), PARF# 32-6-195 and title. Electronic applications are encouraged. Candidates must include copies of degrees, transcripts, licenses, or certificates when required. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all. It is an objective to maintain a drug-free workplace.
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Job Posting: CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic Department of Transportation JC-494721 CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Salary: $5,608.00 - $6,723.00 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: 10/20/2025 Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account), By Mail, Drop-off, Print Job — Apply by electronic method preferred. Job Description And Duties Within the Division of Equipment (DOE) and under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker, the incumbent will be working in a shop and/or field environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various equipment used in the Department\'s fleet. Completes various records and reports, uses computer equipment for various tasks. May assist in instructing or giving direction to helpers, apprentices or other employees. Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver license and will assume responsibility for reasonable safeguards, proper use and handling of materials and tools, equipment and facilities at all times using personal protective equipment (PPE). It may be necessary to work outside and/or travel to assist at a field mechanic\'s location, or a highway maintenance station. The incumbent must be able to work in these areas in inclement weather, which may include severe cold or heat. Job assignments may be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays. PARF# 32-6-195 / JC-494721 Eligibility for hire
may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic 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. 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. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job. Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool. The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions
Position located at 120 Rickard St. San Francisco, San Francisco County. Incumbent will work in a shop and/or field environment. May work with others or by themselves. May need to work outside or travel to assist at other field mechanic locations or other highway maintenance stations. Incumbent may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, hazardous materials and various temperatures. May be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays, and mandatory overtime. Must be able to work during emergency or declared emergency situations. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Position Details
Job Code #: JC-494721 Position #(s): 932-024-3713-XXX Working Title: CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Salary: $5,608.00 - $6,723.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Number of Positions: Multiple Work Location: San Francisco County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time 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 a valid California Driver\'s 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 Drug Screening prior to being hired. The position(s) require a valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license. Please ensure all work experience listed on your application is filled out completely. Applications with insufficient detail may be disqualified. Only work experience listed on the application (STD 678) will be considered. Notations like “see attached” or “see resume” are not acceptable. This position is subject to the Post & Bid process.
Applications from a certification list, transfer/change in class, reinstatement, re-employment, and training and development assignment candidates will be accepted but cannot be acted upon 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 basing eligibility on education, include unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official transcripts may be required upon appointment. Foreign transcripts/degrees must include a U.S. equivalency assessment. See: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers. Application Instructions: Completed applications and required documents must be received or postmarked by Final Filing Date. Final Filing Date: 10/20/2025 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. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority. How To Apply
Submit Application Packages via CalCareers.ca.gov. If submitting hard copy, follow the listed instructions and include STD 678 when applicable. Address for Mailing Applications: Department of Transportation, Certification Services MS-90, P O Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816-8036 Address for Drop-Off Applications: Caltrans DHR, Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS, 1727 30th Street, MS 90, Sacramento, CA 95816 Open Hours: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM, Closed on weekends and State holidays. Required Application Package Documents: Current STD Form 678 (or electronic), and any required documents. Resume is optional. Benefits
Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California. Some benefits may include Recruitment Hire-Above Minimum authorization and potential monthly pay differential; these may be removed upon movement from approved classes or locations. Contact Information
Human Resources Contact: Irina Prints, (279) 234-2367, irina.prints@dot.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact: Carlos Alvarez, (510) 719-9059, tito.alvarez@dot.ca.gov Reasonable accommodations information: Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368-3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) Important Application Instructions
The State application (STD. 678) is required, each section must be filled out completely. For mailed or hand delivered applications, include the Job Control number (JC-494721), PARF# 32-6-195 and title. Electronic applications are encouraged. Candidates must include copies of degrees, transcripts, licenses, or certificates when required. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all. It is an objective to maintain a drug-free workplace.
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