CALTRANS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE WORKER

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking department dedicated to maintaining California's landscapes and public spaces. As a Landscape Maintenance Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the beauty and safety of our communities. This position involves manual labor, operating light vehicles, and overseeing maintenance tasks. Ideal candidates will possess a valid driver’s license and a commitment to safety practices. If you're ready to make a difference in your community while working in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must operate light vehicles and equipment.
• Pass a drug screening prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscape plantings and perform weed control.
• Oversee MPRO workers and remove homeless encampments.

Skills

Knowledge of safety practices

Ability to respond to emergencies

Equipment maintenance

Education

Valid California Driver’s License (Class C)

Job description

Job Posting: Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Worker

Department of Transportation

JC-476108 - Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Worker

Final Filing Date: 5/14/2025

Application Methods: Electronic (via CalCareer Account), Mail, Drop-off

Under supervision, the incumbent maintains landscape plantings, performs weed control, soil sterilization, maintains irrigation systems, oversees MPRO workers, removes homeless encampments, and performs graffiti abatement. Involves heavy manual labor. Must operate light vehicles and equipment, possess a valid Class C driver’s license, and may be assigned duties of a Highway Maintenance Worker.

Eligibility: Based on score on the Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Worker Exam or current eligibility on the state examination list. To apply for the exam, search by classification title on the CalCareers website.

Additional information about the job can be found in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Locations include 500 Queens Lane, San Jose; 115 Dempsy Rd., Milpitas; 10130 Bubb Rd, Cupertino; Santa Clara County. New hires will be placed at the minimum salary or alternate range if applicable.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid California Driver’s License (Class C)
• Pass a drug screening prior to hire

Verification of qualifications will occur before interview or appointment. Foreign transcripts require a U.S. degree equivalency report from an evaluation agency.

Application Instructions

Submit completed applications and required documents by the Final Filing Date. Applications can be submitted online via www.CalCareers.ca.gov or by mail/drop-off at designated addresses.

Required documents include the STD 678 application form and relevant experience/education proof. Resumes are optional.

Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and may be subject to additional screening. For accommodations or questions, contact the HR or Hiring Unit contacts provided.

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety practices, traffic regulations, equipment maintenance
• Ability to respond to emergencies and operate equipment

Benefits and further details are available via links provided in the original posting.

Contact Information

HR Contact: Shirley Panugaling, [phone], [e-mail]

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

Requests for accommodations should be made when scheduling interviews. For TTY services, call 1-800-735-2929 or 1-800-735-2922.

Ensure your application includes the Job Control number JC-476108 and PARF# 04-5-1562. Electronic submissions are encouraged.