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CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

Caltrans
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/29/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-502767

Position #(s):

911-700-6285-918

Working Title:

Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker-Complete Streets Crew

Classification:

CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

$5,119.00 - $6,696.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

San Diego County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description And Duties

Working under the supervision of a California Maintenance Complete Streets Supervisor, the incumbent works with and assists in supervising the work of the Complete Streets Crew engaged in the Maintenance of Complete Streets (Sidewalk, crosswalk, and bike ways) facilities of the State Highway System and within the State's right of way. The incumbent will primarily be responsible for working on a road crew operating heavy equipment, hand equipment, managing materials, and working on traffic control. The incumbent assists in Site inventory and condition assessment of Complete Streets facilities. May conduct training for other members of the crew. if appropriately qualifies and properly licensed, may operate specialty Caltrans equipment. May receive training from other maintenance staff or Headquarters. The incumbent may be required to work overtime, irregular shifts, holidays and weekends; May be required to respond to emergency situations. This position is represented under collective bargaining. Possession of an unrestricted Class B driver's license with tank vehicle (N) endorsement is required. May travel to remove locations and stay overnight to meet department needs.

PARF# 11-6-1131 / JC-502767

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER 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.

Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.

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

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
  • A valid, Class B unrestricted driver's license with tank vehicle (N) endorsement is required while performing duties associated with maintaining the State highway system; Class A driver's license is preferred, enabling the incumbent to serve as an Equipment Operator II as needed and assist crew members in equipment training.
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

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: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 1/10/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Transportation

California Department of Transportation

Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-502767

1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana , CA 92705

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation

California Department of Transportation

Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-502767

1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana , CA 92705

Closed on weekends and State holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

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 www.CalCareers.ca.gov. 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.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Salary : $5,119 - $6,696

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