CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II
Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of a Caltrans Bridge Maintenance Supervisor, incumbent will be required to work after hours, weekends and holidays and may be subject to call-outs. Incumbent will work with a bridge crew consisting of Lead-Workers, Equipment Operators I/II’s and Maintenance Workers maintaining State Toll Bridges. Incumbent will utilize specialized equipment such as: Under Bridge Inspection Truck (UBIT). Employee will be expected to respond to urgent bridge repair and highway incidents during normal working hours, at nights and weekends during all weather conditions. Must possess the ability to work above ground and from scaffolds, make use of ladders and access bridge structures more than 500 feet above the water. This crew travels extensively throughout the district and State on 'per diem'. Employee must be comfortable working around the water from work boats and pier caps. Must be willing to attend maritime training in a formal classroom environment.
Minimum Requirements
MERB I, II, & III qualifications are required within 12 months of appointment.
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 Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
Working Conditions
Position located at 200 Burma Rd, Oakland, Alameda County
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
Work Environment
- Work around fast moving traffic
- Work inside bridge structures
- Work in areas of Limited Space
- Work around lead based paint
- Work on and from a work boat out on the bay
- Work around biohazards waste
- Loud noises
Possession of Minimum Qualifications
Must possess the ability to work above ground and from scaffolds, make use of ladders and access bridge structures more than 500 feet above the water. Must be comfortable working around the water from work boats and pier caps. Must be willing to attend maritime training in a formal classroom environment.