CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

State of California

State of California

Los Angeles County, CA, USA

USD 4,883-6,127 / month

Posted on May 15, 2026

Job Posting: Caltrans Equipment Operator II

Department of Transportation

JC-517692
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Caltrans Equipment Operator II
CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

$4,883.00 - $6,127.00 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: 5/23/2026

Job Description and Duties

Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Caltrans Equipment Operator II (CEO II) operates heavy equipment requiring a valid, unrestricted Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a minimum of tank endorsement used by assigned unit. The incumbent may work individually or with a crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work; paving, mowing, ditch cleaning, dig outs, removes brush/undergrowth from highway right of way, pavement patching, repair or replacement of guide markers, signs, fence, guardrail, clean culverts, traffic control, litter pick up, maintenance of roadside rests, graffiti removal, makes minor repairs to and cleans signs and markers. The incumbent may be assigned as a dedicated operator on specialty equipment. In the absence of the Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor or a Caltrans Maintenance Leadworker, other qualified person may be in charge. The incumbent may be required to work overtime, work irregular shifts/alternate work schedules including nights, holidays and weekends; may be required to work temporary and/or intermittent varied work shifts and required to respond to emergency situations and calls. May be loaned to other cost centers. This position is represented under collective bargaining.

PARF# 07-26-0250 / JC-517692

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Equipment Operator II 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.

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 5660 Reseda Blvd, Tarzana, CA - 91356, Los Angeles County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

The incumbent may be exposed to high-speed traffic; loud noise; dust; chemicals; extreme weather conditions and great heights. May be required to work rotating and irregular shifts, overtime due storms, emergencies, or special work projects, night, weekends, and holidays. This also includes responding to after hour call-outs, which can include working with other maintenance crews involved in traffic control, accidents or other emergency work while at their base of operation. Incumbent works in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting. Due to periodic problems with heating and air conditioning, the building temperature will fluctuate. Occasional time may be spent in a modular furniture setting that can fluctuate in temperature based upon the time of year. Office space consists of modular furniture arranged in a functional team-based setting. Overtime may be required, and vacation restrictions may be imposed during peak workload and fiscal year-end closing.

Personal safety requirements include but are not limited to (as per Injury and Illness Prevention Program):


A. Appropriate footwear, in good and sturdy condition, must be worn.

B. Either long or short-sleeved shirts provided by Caltrans, or a safety vest is to be worn over non-safety shirts or coats.

C. Long pants. No shorts or cutoffs.

D. Provided safety gear such as hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection devices, face shields, gloves, respirators, chaps, or other safety gear must be worn when required by the Department, including hazmat conditions and/or incidents when required.

    Minimum Requirements

    You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

    Position Details

    Job Code #:
    JC-517692
    Position #(s):
    907-710-6286-918
    Working Title:
    Caltrans Equipment Operator II
    Classification:
    CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
    $4,883.00 - $6,127.00
    New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
    # of Positions:
    Multiple
    Work Location:
    Los Angeles 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(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 Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.

    • The position(s) require(s) a valid Class A commercial driver’s license, with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement.

    • Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

    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: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

    Application Instructions

    Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

    Final Filing Date: 5/23/2026

    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 (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

    Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.     Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

    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 CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

    Address for Mailing Application Packages

    You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

    Department of Transportation
    California Department of Transportation
    Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact JC-517692
    1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor
    Santa Ana, CA 92705

    Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

    You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

    Department of Transportation
    Caltrans District 7 Los Angeles
    Caltrans DHR Contact JC-517692 - MS50 (DHR)
    100 S. Main Street
    Los Angeles, CA 90012
    Closed on weekends and State holidays.
    08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

    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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.
    Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

    Desirable Qualifications

    In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

    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:
    Brian Lezama
    (213) 407-7833
    brian.lezama@dot.ca.gov
    Hiring Unit Contact:
    Laura Huynh
    (213) 518-1534
    laura.huynh@dot.ca.gov

    Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

    EEO Contact:
    Caltrans EEO Office
    (844) 368-3367
    Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
    California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

    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-517692), PARF# 07-26-0250 and title of the position (Caltrans Equipment Operator II) 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.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

    It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

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