Highway Maintenance Worker (JC-525072)

Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker

Job Control: JC-525072

Classification: Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker

Annual Salary: $49,224.00 - $58,380.00

Apply by: 8/15/26

Location: 44470 Ragsdale Rd, Desert Center, CA 92239

*Employee housing available.

All applications must be submitted through the external link on CalCareers.

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career."

About the Position:

Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, Leadworker or other qualified crew member, the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker performs miscellaneous labor while performing duties associated with maintaining the State highway system. The incumbent must possess a valid Class "C" Driver's License.

Performs manual labor, operates light equipment, and power and hand tools while performing duties such as paving, pot-holing and crack-sealing; drain and ditch cleaning; sign and delineation installation, maintenance and repair; landscape irrigation and maintenance; brush and tree trimming; storm clean-up; litter and graffiti removal; traffic control; and other related duties. May be required to perform miscellaneous laboring work in connection with the maintenance of the State highways and safety roadside rest areas. Perform custodial duties such as emptying trashcans, sweeping and sanitizing facilities, litter pickup, cleaning bathrooms, replenishing supplies, and other related work. May perform minor repairs to facility equipment such as tightening loose bolts, nuts, and screws, and unplugging toilets.

*See more details on the Duty Statement located on the job posting.

For questions please contact:

Hiring Unit Contact:

Celia Martinez

(909) 383-5918

D8.Maintenance.Jobs@dot.ca.gov