Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice, Caltrans
Authorized salary ranges
| Range | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| A | $3,654 to $4,350 | $43,848 to $52,200 |
| B | $3,814 to $4,534 | $45,768 to $54,408 |
| C | $3,984 to $4,732 | $47,808 to $56,784 |
| D | $4,151 to $4,957 | $49,812 to $59,484 |
| E | $4,334 to $5,195 | $52,008 to $62,340 |
| F | $4,540 to $5,435 | $54,480 to $65,220 |
Representation
International Union of Operating Engineers represents Bargaining Unit R12, Craft and Maintenance.
Where these jobs are
32 state employees held this classification in 2025, from State Controller payroll data.
| Department | Employees |
|---|---|
| Department of Transportation | 32 |
Against the market
The BLS median wage for Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines across all California employers was $78,550 a year in 2025. This classification is authorized from $43,848 to $65,220 a year.
Footnotes
- Footnote 01 Used in Pay Letters to designate 12-month probationary period. In the Alphabetic and Schematic Pay Scales Listings, a column is provided for designating the months of the probationary period. (Reinstituted 12/78)