JC-535960 META Instructor

$5,401 - $7,032 monthly

Job Description

This posting states its location as Sacramento County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Classification: CALTRANS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Under the general direction of the CALTRANS MAINTENANCE AREA SUPERINTENDENT (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 also assists the META Superintendent with planning, organizing work and completing reports. The incumbent acts as Lead Instructor during training sessions at various locations.

PARAF 56-27-0095 / JC 535960

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program:.

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Position located at 4338 Dudley Blvd Mcclellan, Sacramento County.

While at their base of operation, will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting. May also be required to travel and work outdoors and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, extreme heat or cold. May perform work requiring irregular hours, including night shifts, weekends and holidays. This position may have some teleworking opportunities.


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.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

  • Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required
  • Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process
  • The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing
  • Please follow the instructions below
  • failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview
  • Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below
  • The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font
  • 1
  • Describe the computer software programs you are proficient in.2
  • What experience do you have giving presentations or training?3
  • What experience do you have supervising others?
  • 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 birth dates and social security numbers

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for CalTrans is Chuck Callahan.

Qualifications

See job description

State

California

Immediate Fill

No

Job Reference

JC-535960