Caltrans District 3
CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
Caltrans District 3, Monterey, California, United States, 93941
Overview
CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II – Caltrans District 3 Location: Salinas, Monterey County Job Description And Duties
Under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Equipment Operator II is responsible for operating and servicing highway maintenance, landscape or construction equipment (identified as category A & B by Caltrans) at least 50% or more of the time. Incumbent may be assigned to perform non-equipment operation duties as part of their normal assignments. Operate Class I and Class II equipment used by the assigned unit. 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 rests, and any other duties that would normally be assigned to a Highway Maintenance Worker or Landscape Maintenance Worker. Position is located in Salinas. Translation Services available upon request. Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Equipment Operator II exam. 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. Position Details
Job Code #: JC-501466 Position #(s): 905-610-6286-XXX Working Title: Caltrans Equipment Operator II Classification: CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II Salary: $4,883.00 - $6,127.00 per month Work Location: Monterey County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. The position requires: CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Required Documentation & Qualifications
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If applying based on education, include unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Foreign transcripts/degrees require a U.S. equivalency evaluation. Visit the evaluating agencies websites for guidance. Redact birthdates and social security numbers from documents. How To Apply
Applications must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date: 1/10/2026. You may apply electronically through CalCareer or submit a hard copy package as outlined below. Electronic applications are highly recommended via CalCareers.ca.gov Hard copy applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to the Department of Transportation, Sacramento, CA 95816 Final Filing Date
1/10/2026 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. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority. Training and Development assignments may also be considered. Benefits
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:
Dina Coloma, (279) 234-2328, dina.coloma@dot.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact:
D5.northsouth.maintenance.jobs, (805) 835-6343, D5.northsouth.maintenance.jobs@dot.ca.gov EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer. The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all. See the posting for details on protections and policies. Important Instructions
The State application is required and each section must be filled out completely. For mailed or hand-delivered applications, include the Job Control number JC-501466, PARF# 05-6-702, and title Caltrans Equipment Operator II on the STD. 678. Electronic applications are encouraged. Candidates meeting minimum qualifications must include copies of degrees, transcripts, licenses, or certificates as applicable. Note: Do not submit the Equal Employment Opportunity questionnaire with the STD 678. This page is for examination use only. Confidential information should be omitted from documents. Equal Opportunity Employer statement included as part of posting State of California drug-free workplace policy applies to all applicants.
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CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II – Caltrans District 3 Location: Salinas, Monterey County Job Description And Duties
Under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Equipment Operator II is responsible for operating and servicing highway maintenance, landscape or construction equipment (identified as category A & B by Caltrans) at least 50% or more of the time. Incumbent may be assigned to perform non-equipment operation duties as part of their normal assignments. Operate Class I and Class II equipment used by the assigned unit. 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 rests, and any other duties that would normally be assigned to a Highway Maintenance Worker or Landscape Maintenance Worker. Position is located in Salinas. Translation Services available upon request. Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Equipment Operator II exam. 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. Position Details
Job Code #: JC-501466 Position #(s): 905-610-6286-XXX Working Title: Caltrans Equipment Operator II Classification: CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II Salary: $4,883.00 - $6,127.00 per month Work Location: Monterey County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. The position requires: CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II Additional Documents
Job Application Package Checklist Duty Statement Required Documentation & Qualifications
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If applying based on education, include unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Foreign transcripts/degrees require a U.S. equivalency evaluation. Visit the evaluating agencies websites for guidance. Redact birthdates and social security numbers from documents. How To Apply
Applications must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date: 1/10/2026. You may apply electronically through CalCareer or submit a hard copy package as outlined below. Electronic applications are highly recommended via CalCareers.ca.gov Hard copy applications may be mailed or hand-delivered to the Department of Transportation, Sacramento, CA 95816 Final Filing Date
1/10/2026 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. SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority. Training and Development assignments may also be considered. Benefits
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:
Dina Coloma, (279) 234-2328, dina.coloma@dot.ca.gov Hiring Unit Contact:
D5.northsouth.maintenance.jobs, (805) 835-6343, D5.northsouth.maintenance.jobs@dot.ca.gov EEO
Equal Opportunity Employer. The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all. See the posting for details on protections and policies. Important Instructions
The State application is required and each section must be filled out completely. For mailed or hand-delivered applications, include the Job Control number JC-501466, PARF# 05-6-702, and title Caltrans Equipment Operator II on the STD. 678. Electronic applications are encouraged. Candidates meeting minimum qualifications must include copies of degrees, transcripts, licenses, or certificates as applicable. Note: Do not submit the Equal Employment Opportunity questionnaire with the STD 678. This page is for examination use only. Confidential information should be omitted from documents. Equal Opportunity Employer statement included as part of posting State of California drug-free workplace policy applies to all applicants.
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