heavy equipment mechanic apprentice, caltrans

5 days ago

Sacramento, California, United States TransForce Full time

Job Description and Duties

While working for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Division of Equipment (DOE) and under close supervision from a CT Highway Mechanic Supervisor as an indentured apprentice, employee learns and performs progressively skilled work in the repair and maintenance of heavy highway equipment and automotive equipment. This three-year apprentice-training program is intended to qualify the candidate to compete for journey level status as a Caltrans (CT) Heavy Equipment Mechanic. Employees in this class are indentured apprentices in training under provisions of the apprenticeship standards and written apprentice agreement. Employees must maintain satisfactory progress in the academic and vocational aspects of the apprenticeship program as part of the job requirement.

PARF# 32-5-357 / JC-469324

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice, Caltrans 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.

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.

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 3400 R Street, Sacramento, Sacramento County.

Employees will normally work in an indoor shop environment. Shop environments may undergo excessive temperature variance from high heat and humidity to cold and humid. On occasion, employees may have to perform work outdoors. Climate conditions may vary from California coastal, valley, low and high deserts, and mountain. Travel may be required.

Employees are frequently exposed to high decibels of noise, dirt, and products that may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects. The use of Personal Protective Equipment is required.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

  • HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC APPRENTICE, CALTRANS
Additional Documents
  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement
Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-469324

Position #(s):

932-032-3714-925

Working Title:

Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice

Classification:

HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC APPRENTICE, CALTRANS

$3,548.00 - $4,223.00 A

$3,703.00 - $4,402.00 B

$3,868.00 - $4,594.00 C

$4,030.00 - $4,813.00 D

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.

Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant:

Director's EEO Policy:

Director's EEO Policy Statement:

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

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.

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: 3/19/2025

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

N/A

Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact

Certification Services MS-90

P O Box 168036

Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Transportation

Drop-Off Address

Caltrans DHR Contact

Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS

1727 30th Street, MS 90

Sacramento, CA 95816

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.

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:

Irina Prints

(279) 234-2367

irina.prints@dot.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Chad Fahning

(279) 599-8508

chad.fahning@dot.ca.gov

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