CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II

Highway Maintenance Operator

Under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, and functional direction of a Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker, the incumbent operates equipment identified as but not limited to: Passenger Vehicles, Mini to 3/4-Ton Pickups, Vans, and 3/4-Ton Utility Bodies; 1-Ton and Up trucks including two axle and three axle dump trucks; Construction Equipment: Mowers, Graders, Tractors, Loaders, Excavators, Backhoes, fork lifts; Snow removal specialty equipment: plows, plows with wings and blowers used by assigned unit, and works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to snow removal and highway maintenance work. In his/her absence, a Caltrans Maintenance Leadworker or other qualified person may be in charge. There are times when incumbent may work for other Supervisors and/or work units, as workload requires. Will receive some training from other members of the crew. Must possess a valid Class A drivers license with tank endorsement.

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