CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER

Caltrans District 3; California; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Highway Maintenance Worker to ensure the safety and functionality of state highways. This role involves operating specialized equipment, performing essential maintenance tasks, and working under varying conditions. The ideal candidate will be proactive, able to work independently, and respond to emergencies effectively. Join a team that values diversity and commitment to maintaining California's infrastructure. If you are ready to make a difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid California Driver's License.
• Knowledge of safety practices and traffic regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance work on highway assets including paving and patching.
• Operate vehicles and equipment in various weather conditions.

Skills

AC Paving

Pothole Patching

Traffic Control

General Custodial Duties

Operating Category 3 Vehicles

Education

Valid California Driver's License

Job description

Job Posting:Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker

Department of Transportation

JC-476114 -

JC-476114 - Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER

Final Filing Date: 5/14/2025

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

Under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor or Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker. The incumbent performs work and operates equipment associated with maintaining highway assets including but not limited to; AC paving, pothole patching, mowing, removal of debris, crack sealing, guard rail repair and traffic control; general custodial duties at maintenance stations, operating Category 3 vehicles requiring a Class C driver’s license, such as light trucks, automobiles, highway maintenance/construction equipment and may operate Category 2 equipment if properly licensed. Incumbent may be required to work alone or with other crew members. Is expected to accomplish and set priorities with a reasonable degree of independence. Incumbent will be required to work in inclement weather and in close proximity to heavy traffic conditions. Be able to respond to after-hours emergency call outs in a reasonable amount of time. May be assigned to work alternate work shifts such as but not limited to 9/80, 4/10, nights, weekends or Holidays.

Under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor or Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker. The incumbent performs work and operates equipment associated with maintaining highway assets including but not limited to; AC paving, pothole patching, mowing, removal of debris, crack sealing, guard rail repair and traffic control; general custodial duties at maintenance stations, operating Category 3 vehicles requiring a Class C driver’s license, such as light trucks, automobiles, highway maintenance/construction equipment and may operate Category 2 equipment if properly licensed. Incumbent may be required to work alone or with other crew members. Is expected to accomplish and set priorities with a reasonable degree of independence. Incumbent will be required to work in inclement weather and in close proximity to heavy traffic conditions. Be able to respond to after-hours emergency call outs in a reasonable amount of time. May be assigned to work alternate work shifts such as but not limited to 9/80, 4/10, nights, weekends or Holidays.

PARF# 04-5-1743/ JC-476114

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on theCaltrans Highway Maintenance Worker 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 clickhere and search by typing in the classification title.

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

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

Working Conditions

Positions located at 380 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, 5055 Farmhill Blvd, Woodside, San Mateo County.

New toState candidates will be hire d into the minimum salary of the classification orminimum of alternate range when applicable.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not despite the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.

Theposition(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.

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:

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: 5/14/2025

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 N/A Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services MS-90 P O Box 168036 Sacramento , CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Transportation Drop-Off Address Caltrans DHR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS 1727 30th Street, MS 90 Sacramento , CA 95816 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.

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: 5/14/2025

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 N/A Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact Certification Services MS-90 P O Box 168036 Sacramento , CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

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

Department of Transportation Drop-Off Address Caltrans DHR Contact Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS 1727 30th Street, MS 90 Sacramento , CA 95816 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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Knowledge of safety practices, traffic regulations, operations and care of equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic control for moving and stationary operations.
• Ability to learn to operate equipment and tasks associated with maintaining State assets.
• Ability to assess circumstances and act appropriately accordingly

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Human Resources Contact:
Shirley Panugaling
[phone]
[e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Isabel Garcia
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-476114), PARF# 04-5-1743and title of the position (Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.

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.