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

Classification: CALTRANS HIGHWAY MECHANIC SUPERVISOR

While working for the Department of Transportation, Division of Equipment, the incumbent will be under the direction of the Highway Equipment Superintendent I, II or III. Supervises a force of mechanics, helpers, and apprentices engaged in constructing, servicing and repairing automotive, construction and highway maintenance equipment. May be assisted by a CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker. Keeps records, establishes training programs, implements departmental policies, and prepares tool and equipment budgets, makes estimates for equipment repairs, improvements, and disposal. Makes decisions regarding the repair, use, and transportation of equipment. Acts in the absence of the Highway Equipment Superintendent. Directs the efforts of shop and field personnel. Maintains a safe workplace. Maintains a good working relationship with outside vendors while ensuring quality and timely repairs. Works closely with district personnel to maintain Caltrans equipment in a safe and operable manner. Works with other State agencies to promote the economical use of equipment.

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:.

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 1603 S B St Stockton, San Joaquin County. 

4/10 Tues - Fri. Sat, Sun, Mon off. 06:30 - 17:00

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

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Incumbents for this position will be working as a Supervisor with a crew of Heavy Equipment Mechanics in a State Equipment Shop. This type of work environment could include items that may possibly have adverse health effects including but not limited to; loud noise, dust, dirt, oils, solvents and cleansers, lead paint, welding fumes and gas and diesel engine smoke. Will be required to enforce employee safety policies. Changing shifts and overtime may be required during high workloads such as storm seasons along with extreme changes in weather temperature.

Qualifications

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
• 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
• Describe your strategies for professional growth. Include examples of practicing self-development through adapting and planning for continued learning.
• 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

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.