CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic

CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Within the Division of Equipment (DOE) and under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or direction of a Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Lead worker, 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.

At times it may be necessary to assist with the daily operation of the shop. Job assignments may be subject to travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays.

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 search by typing in the classification title.

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

Incumbent will work in a shop and/or field environment. Incumbent may work with others or by themselves. May need to work outside and travel to assist at other field mechanic’s location 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.

• CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

• The position(s) require 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 a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require a valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the final filing date in order to be considered.

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 Cal Career Account at  When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.