Job Description and Duties
Under the direction of the Maintenance Equipment Training Academy (META) Superintendent, the incumbent is responsible for instruction and training of personnel in classifications from Caltrans Maintenance Worker to Caltrans Maintenance Manager II. Responsibilities include the proper use, operation, servicing, minor repair and adjustment of automotive and heavy maintenance equipment, trucks, mowers, loaders, air compressors, tractors, motor graders, street sweepers, diesel and gasoline engines and other types of equipment used in Caltrans maintenance work. The incumbent develops training courses and materials, researches course content and evaluates the performance of students. The incumbent will also assist the META Superintendent with planning, organizing work and completing reports. The incumbent will act as Lead Instructor during training sessions at various locations.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor 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.
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.
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Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
The incumbent must have knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in the maintenance and operation of highways.
Possession of a valid, unrestricted, Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) is desirable. Possession of a Class C Driver License is required.
The incumbent must have general knowledge of the many different types of maintenance equipment and have the ability to operate, service and make minor adjustments and repairs to the equipment. The incumbent must have knowledge of safety procedures pertinent to work duties including work area protection, equipment operation and proper lifting. The incumbent must have knowledge of the California Vehicle Code as it applies to the loading and operation of motor vehicles, and knowledge of Caltrans policies for equipment maintenance, servicing of equipment and proper documentation thereof.
The incumbent must have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
The incumbent must have the skill to analyze various situations accurately and in a timely manner, as well as develop sound alternatives when necessary.
