Automotive Equipment Operator ; Mand

Overview

Job Posting:
Bus/Van Driver

Department of Veterans Affairs (Cal Vet) – JC-500488

Classification: AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I (MAND)

Salary: $4,111.00 - $4,910.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 3/10/2026

Note:

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account);
By Mail;
Drop-off;
Print Job;
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This opportunity supports the California Department of Veterans Affairs (Cal Vet). Cal Vet advocates for California’s veterans and their families, connecting them to earned benefits through services such as veteran homes, home loans, and statewide outreach. Cal Vet offers career growth across skilled trades, healthcare, administrative and professional fields, and more, in an inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

This position is located in the Transportation Department of the Chula Vista Veterans Home. Responsibilities include operating and servicing passenger vehicles, transporting passengers, and loading/unloading and delivering other materials.

Apply today to join our team. Visit  to learn more.

Veterans are encouraged to apply using Cal Vet’s Veterans Hiring Preference (see Special Requirements) and the state’s Veterans Preference program.

Applicants will need to take and pass an examination for Automotive Equipment Operator I to establish list eligibility prior to job offer. See  for details. Veterans may utilize the state’s Veterans Preference Program.

Working overtime is a requirement of this position. Cal Vet employees will follow state or county public health guidelines related to infectious disease prevention and control.

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I (MAND)

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-500488

Position #(s):

-003

Working Title:

Bus/Van Driver

Classification: AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I (MAND)

Work Location:

San Diego County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: VHC-CV Human Resources

Work Shift:

Varies

Work Week:
Varies

The California Department of Veterans Affairs (Cal Vet) serves California veterans and families. Web:

• CA DL-Class A or B with Passenger Endorsement License required. Copy of license must be provided prior to hire.

Veterans may qualify for Cal Vet Veterans Hiring Preference. Documentation of discharge (non-dishonorable) must be included in the application package. Live scan and pre-employment physical (including drug testing for certain classifications) will be required.

Submit completed applications and required documents by the Final Filing Date. Applications may be submitted electronically via Cal Careers or by hard copy with the required package.

Final Filing Date: 3/10/2026

Open to current classification entrants, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list/LEAP eligibility, SROA/Surplus, or Training and Development candidates. SROA/Surplus candidates receive priority.

Submit Your STD 678 and required documents. For electronic submissions, use  If submitting a hard copy, include a completed application package listing. Addresses for mailing and drop-off are provided in the posting.

• STD Form 678 (or electronic application)
• Resume (optional)

Benefit details are provided by the state; eligibility depends on classification, bargaining unit, and length of appointment. View the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits

Summary:

Cal Vet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The State of California is an equal opportunity employer for all applicants. Civil rights, EEO, and reasonable accommodation information available in the posting. EEO contact: ;  California Relay Service: (TTY) / (Voice).

Human Resources Contact:
Ligaya Lara, ;

Please note position #
-003, Job Control #500488, and eligibility basis in the STD 678 when applying. Remove confidential information from documents before submission.