Job Description

Job Description and Duties

The Division of Engineering Services (DES), Geotechnical Services (GS) is looking to hire Caltrans Highway Maintenance Workers (CTHMW) in the Office of Geotechnical Support. (OGS).

Under the direction of a Senior Engineering Geologist (Supervisor)/Senior Transportation Engineer (Supervisor) and the lead direction of a Foundation Driller Leadworker or Senior Foundation Driller, the incumbent performs manual labor while engaged in foundation exploration drilling operations. This position will require frequent statewide travel. The incumbent works with a crew engaged in the operation of rotary drilling, auger drilling, sampling, testing, and diamond drilling equipment. Incumbent will operate motor vehicles such as; pickup, cargo truck, van, utility trailer, and any vehicles requiring a Class C driver's license. Operate and service light duty equipment such as forklift or tractor and other off-highway machinery. Operate forklift to load and unload supplies and drums. Supplies include cement, sand, bentonite, and other drilling items. Incumbent performs manual labor such as loading, unloading, and handling of heavy drill tools, equipment, and materials used such as polymer, bentonite and cement. The incumbent also maintains, cleans, and repairs drilling equipment and special foundation exploration and testing tools. Install materials according to the storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) while following environmental management best practices. Clean spills using spill prevention kits.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker 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 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.

PARF# 59-5-445/ JC-469659

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Working Conditions

Position located at 5900 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento

This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent. 

This position will require extensive statewide travel. The incumbent will be required to work during day and night time, lane, ramp, and shoulder closures on or adjacent to multi-lane highways and bridge structures actively in use by the traveling public. DES adjusts to periods of fluctuating workload to successfully deliver projects. Incumbent will be required to perform fieldwork and will be exposed to dirt, uneven surfaces, extreme temperatures, inclement weather, noise, vibration, and odor associated with fieldwork. May work around bulky/heavy materials and equipment used in the vicinity of inspection areas. May also be exposed to the motoring public. DES employees may be given temporary assignments on DES projects throughout the State as workload demands. Ability to work with aerially deposited lead (ADL) and naturally occurring asbestos (NOAA).

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

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 valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with 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. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: . 

Benefits

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Important Application Instructions:

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.

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 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Gangs, Night shift,

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