Job Description

Job Description and Duties

District 08 – 749/4310 Roadside Vegetation Control.

Operates end-dump trucks from 2 to 10 cu. yards, with either automatic or manual transmission, equipped with snow plows and sanders; may also operate front-end loaders, motor graders, snow blowers, equipment trailers, rear & side flail mowers, slope mowers and other related vehicles while performing stated duties. While operating equipment and hand tools, will perform duties associated with maintaining the roadside such as; irrigation repair, pruning, weeding, litter pickup, herbicide applications, supervising probationers, delineation maintenance and repair, brush and tree trimming, and other related duties. Will repair and replace roadside markers. Monitor and inspect roadside rest areas, deliver and stock supplies. Will perform pre- and post-operation checks, make minor and/or emergency repairs and adjustments to equipment; services and cleans equipment. Operates powered boom sprayers with various configurations, capabilities, and capacities.

When not operating equipment, will perform duties normally assigned to a Caltrans Highway or Landscape Maintenance Worker. Performs manual labor and use power and hand tools while working in the assigned duties as well as other related tasks such as traffic control. Performs traffic control duties may include setting and picking up lane closures with the use of traffic cones, flares, and advance warning signs.

PARF# 08-6-523 / JC-501446

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II  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.

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Working Conditions

Position located at 1091 EVERTON PLACE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507, RIVERSIDE COUNTY.

Multiple positions  may  be filled from this recruitment.

Most of the incumbent’s time will be spent in the field, operating equipment or working on foot. Weather conditions vary from a cold, windy, and wet winter climate to a very hot and predominately dry summer climate. Temperature extremes can range from below freezing in the winter to well over 100 degrees on a consistent basis in the summer. Occasional heavy thunderstorms can be expected in the summer months and heavy rain is to be expected in the winter. The incumbent will be required to operate equipment and work outside in extreme temperatures and inclement weather, and may be required to sit or stand for long periods. May work on uneven surfaces and may be exposed to noise, dust, hot materials and chemicals. Will be required to wear long pants, chemically resistant protective equipment, and appropriate footwear, as defined in section 4.3 of the current MOU, and must wear provided personal protective safety equipment such as shirts or vests, hard hats, safety glasses and gloves, as well as other safety devices deemed necessary. The incumbent will work with a crew that travels extensively throughout the District and will work out of town at least 50% of the time.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.

• Must possess a valid and unrestricted class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tank (N) endorsement and current medical certificate.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

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. The candidate must also include a detailed list of the heavy equipment operated on their State application (STD. 678).

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.  If you are basing your eligibility on 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.  Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or .  Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

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, Summer work,

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