CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER

Caltrans; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Caltrans is hiring a Highway Maintenance Worker in Yolo County to perform highway maintenance tasks under supervision, operating light vehicles and equipment used for routine maintenance and repairs. This role is based in the office with occasional field work as part of a maintenance crew.

A valid California CDL is required, and a pre-employment drug screen will be conducted. The position is permanent intermittent, with up to 1,500 hours annually, and located at California Department of

Qualifications

• Requires valid California CDL and ability to operate light vehicles and equipment used in highway maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate light vehicles and equipment requiring a Class C driver's license for assigned unit.
• Work alone or with a crew to perform highway maintenance tasks.

Skills

CDL license

Job description

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.

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-535435

Position #(s): 903-659-6287-XXX

Working Title: Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker

Classification: CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER

$4,102.00 - $4,865.00

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: Yolo County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent Intermittent - 1500 Hours

Facility: California Department of Transportation

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 Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent will operate light vehicles and equipment requiring a Class C driver’s license used by assigned unit and works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work.

PARF#03-27-0370 / JC-535435

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: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113.

Permanent, intermittent positions are not subject to Post and Bid. A permanent, intermittent employee may work up to 1,500 hours in any 12 consecutive months. The number of hours and schedule of work shall be determined based upon the operational needs of each department.

Special Requirements

• 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.

Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle. The position(s) require(s) a valid and 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.

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).

Required Application Package Documents

• 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.