CALTRANS MAINTENANCE AREA SUPERINTENDENT

State of California; California; On-site; USD 82,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is hiring a Maintenance Area Superintendent (CMAS) to oversee highway and facility maintenance with CECC and TBMP crews in San Diego. The role emphasizes safety, resource coordination, and cost-effective operations to maintain LOS.

Under the Maintenance Manager I, you will manage inventory, state property, equipment, and field personnel, ensuring timely issue resolution and compliant operations. A valid California CDL is required for eligibility.

Qualifications

• CDL validation required; provide CDL number, class, expiration date, endorsements/restrictions.
• Unofficial transcripts or diploma for verification may be requested.
• Foreign transcripts require a US-equivalency evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee highway and facility maintenance operations with CECC and TBMP crews.
• Manage inventory, state property, equipment, and personnel to ensure LOS.
• Prioritize safety and cost-effectiveness; resolve operational issues as they arise.

Skills

CDL

Public works supervision

Safety focus

Job description

Caltrans Maintenance Area Superintendent (CECC & TBMP)

Department of Transportation

JC-535684 -

Job Posting: Caltrans Maintenance Area Superintendent (CECC & TBMP)

Salary: $7,306.00 - $9,068.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 10/25/2026

Under the general direction of a Maintenance Manager I, the Caltrans Maintenance Area Superintendent (CMAS) oversees highway and facility maintenance operations with the Caltrans Encampment Cleanup Crews (CECC) and Treatment Best Management Practices (TBMP) crew. This role is responsible for ensuring high levels of service (LOS) by managing inventory, maintaining state property and equipment, and coordinating personnel and resources. The CMAS resolves operational issues as they arise, prioritizing safety and cost-effectiveness. Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required in conjunction for this position. The incumbent works individually and with others. This position is not represented under collective bargaining.

Working Conditions

Position located at 7181 Opportunity Rd., San Diego, San Diego County.

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

Minimum Requirements

• CALTRANS MAINTENANCE AREA SUPERINTENDENT

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Desirable Qualifications

• Breadth of experience in varied maintenance activities, such as road, special crews, and landscape maintenance in rural and metropolitan locations; technical training in construction, maintenance, or chemical application fields; college-level coursework in public administration, management, and supervision; Class A or B driver license; and familiarity with office automation equipment and computer systems; possession of a valid Agricultural Pest Control Adviser License issued by the California Environmental Protection Agency (CAL-EPA) covering the following categories noted in parentheses: (A) control of insects, mites, and other invertebrates; (D) control of vertebrate pests; (E) control of weeds; and (G) regulation of plant growth; possession of a valid Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) issued by CAL-EPA covering the following categories noted in parentheses: (B) Landscape Maintenance; and (C) Right-Of-Way.

Benefits

• Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

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 workplace. 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.

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.

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.

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.