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CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
Department of Transportation —San Luis Obispo County, CA
- $4,883 - $6,127 a month
- Full-time
- Pass drug screening
- CDL A
- Mid-level
4d
Equipment Operator
WHITAKER CONSTRUCTION GROUP —Paso Robles, CA
- Construction site
- Forklift
- Construction experience
Experienced Operator
Spurr Co. —Paso Robles, CA
- $18 - $50 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- In person
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Military Service - Air Force Reserve, Pavements and Construction Equipment
Military Service - Air Force Reserve —San Luis Obispo, CA
- From $50,000 a year
- Part-time
- High school
- Construction site
- Military
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Heavy Equipment Operator
A-Jay Excavating —Atascadero, CA
- Overtime
- CDL B
- Construction site
- CDL A
- Opportunities for advancement
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Plant Operator
Martin Marietta Materials —Santa Margarita, CA
- $34 - $39 an hour
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
9d
Plant Operator
Martin Marietta —Santa Margarita, CA
- $34 - $39 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
9d
Water Distribution System Operator (SBP)
City of San Luis Obispo —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $67,210 - $101,322 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Word processing
- Pass drug screening
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
Asphalt Plant Operator/Maintenance (Materials)
CalPortland —Paso Robles, CA
- $32 - $42 an hour
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
1d
Heavy Equipment Operator
Edwards Construction Group —Arroyo Grande, CA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator
Leo Tidwell Excavating Corporation —Paso Robles, CA
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Local
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Wastewater Plant Operator OIT / I / II
City of Pismo Beach —Pismo Beach, CA
- $30.12 - $42.46 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Ready Mix Driver
CalPortland —San Luis Obispo, CA
- $36.17 an hour
- Overtime
- CDL B
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Foreman/Grapple Truck Operator
RCL Track Services —United States
- $30 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Travel reimbursement
- Health insurance
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CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Department of Transportation -
San Luis Obispo County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$4,883 - $6,127 a month
4 days ago

Benefits

Safety equipment provided

Qualifications

Commercial truck driving
CDL A
Tanker Endorsement

Full Job Description

Job Posting: Caltrans Equipment Operator II

Department of Transportation

JC-528767

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: 8/27/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Equipment Operator II is responsible for operating and servicing highway maintenance, landscape or construction equipment (identified as category A & B by Caltrans) at least 50% or more of the time. Incumbent may be assigned to perform non-equipment operation duties as part of their normal assignments. Operate Class I and Class II equipment used by the assigned unit. When not operating the specified equipment, accomplish tasks normally performed by the assigned unit. Such tasks may include, but are not limited to: paving, shoulder grading, mowing, ditch cleaning, dig outs, pavement patching, repair or replacement of guide markers, signs, fence, guardrail, clean culverts, traffic control, litter pick up, maintenance of roadside rests, and any other duties that would normally be assigned to a Highway Maintenance Worker or Landscape Maintenance Worker.

PARF# 05-27-0093 / JC-528767

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.

Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 50 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Most of the incumbents time will be spent in the field operating equipment or working on foot. Weather conditions vary from a cold, windy and wet winter climate to a very hot and predominantly dry summer climate. The incumbent will be required to operate equipment and work outside in extreme temperatures and inclement weather and may be required to sit or stand for long periods. May work on uneven surfaces and may be exposed to noise, dust, hot materials and chemicals. Will be required to wear long pants and appropriate footwear, as defined in section 4.3 of the current MOU and must wear provided personal protective safety equipment such as shirts or vests, hard hats, safety glasses and gloves, as well as other safety devices deemed necessary.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-528767

Position #(s):

905-640-6286-030

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:

San Luis Obispo 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 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.

This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position but may not be considered 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: 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: 8/27/2026

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

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:
Dina Coloma
(279) 234-2328
[email protected]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Kayla Cox
(805) 458-3081
[email protected]

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
[email protected]

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-528767), PARF# 05-27-0093 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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