HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT SUPERINTENDENT I

Working Title: Highway Mechanic Supervisor

Pay: $7,129.00 - $8,848.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Multiple positions available in Orange County. This position currently reports to the Orange shop but will report to the Southern Regional Equipment Repair shop located in Santa Fe Springs upon its opening.

About the role

The incumbent will work for the Department of Transportation, Division of Equipment, under the direction of the Highway Equipment Superintendent I, II, or III. The role involves supervising mechanics, helpers, and apprentices engaged in constructing, servicing, and repairing automotive, construction, and highway maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of mechanics, helpers, and apprentices.
• Maintain records, establish training programs, and implement departmental policies.
• Prepare tool and equipment budgets, and make estimates for equipment repairs, improvements, and disposal.
• Make decisions regarding the repair, use, and transportation of equipment.
• Act in the absence of the Highway Equipment Superintendent.
• Direct the efforts of shop and field personnel.
• Maintain a safe workplace.
• Maintain good working relationships with outside vendors to ensure quality and timely repairs.
• Work closely with district personnel to maintain Caltrans equipment in a safe and operable manner.
• Collaborate with other State agencies to promote the economical use of equipment.

Requirements

• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.
• If basing eligibility on education, unofficial transcript(s)/diploma must be included 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 U.S. equivalency report evaluation indicating the number of units and degree equivalence. Evaluation agencies can be found at NACES or AICE.
• Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Highway Equipment Superintendent I exam. For those without current eligibility, you must be on the state examination list. Apply for the exam here.
• Detailed work experience must be reflected on the application (STD 678). Notations such as "see attached" or "see resume" are not acceptable.

Special Requirements

This position is permanent and full-time, with in-office work required in Orange County (transitioning to Santa Fe Springs upon shop opening).