Job Description

Job Description and Duties

In a shop environment, under the direction of a Caltrans (CT)Highway Mechanic Supervisor, acting in a lead capacity to a group  of CT Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Automobile Mechanics, Helpers and Apprentices, makes accident damage estimates and  job orders on incoming jobs, assigns jobs, checks work, gives instructions, aids with difficult mechanical problems, and performs  hands-on work in the construction, inspection, diagnosis, repairing and servicing of automobiles, trucks, tractors, personnel  hoists, spray equipment, loaders, graders, snowplows, pumps, air compressors, diesel and gasoline engines and similar  equipment used in the Caltrans fleet. Completes various repair records and reports, uses computer equipment to input and  retrieve data and does other related work. Incumbent will assume responsibility for reasonable safeguards, proper use and  handling of materials, equipment and facilities. Must possess a valid class C driver’s license. Job assignments may be subject to  travel, rotation, changes of shift, work hours and workdays.

PARF# 32-27-0174 / JC-535001

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: .

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker e xam. 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 and search by typing in the classification title.

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Working Conditions

Position located at 10152 Keiser Ave Truckee, Nevada County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Incumbent will work in a shop environment with the possibility of short time in the field. Incumbent may / will be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, hazardous materials and temperature changes. Incumbent may work with others or by themselves.

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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 valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.

Please ensure all work experience listed on your application is filled out completely and as thoroughly as possible. Applications received without detailed work experience reflected may be disqualified from further consideration. Only work experience listed on the application (STD 678) will be considered. Notations on the application to "see attached" or "see resume" are not acceptable.

This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position, 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 you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification.  Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment.  Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.  Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Benefits

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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-535001), PARF# 32-27-0174 and title of the position (Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker) 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.

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 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Apprenticeship, Work experience placement, Shift work, Rotating shift

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