CALTRANS MAINTENANCE MANAGER II

Caltrans; Stockton (CA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Telework opportunities

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking a Regional Manager of Maintenance Support in San Joaquin County. The role reports to the Office Chief and oversees district-wide Maintenance Support functions, including fleet optimization, facilities management, and LOS performance.

The position emphasizes leadership, coordination with internal and external partners, and maintaining statewide policy compliance. Telework is possible at Caltrans’ discretion; in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs.

Qualifications

• Must have valid California Driver's License (CDL).
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Applications failing to submit the SOQ will be disqualified.
• No specific degree required; focus on management and maintenance leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Maintenance Support functions district-wide, including fleet optimization, facilities, and LOS performance.
• Coordinate hazardous materials, landscape programs, and storm water compliance.
• Lead and guide a multidisciplinary workforce to ensure efficient, compliant operations across the district.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Operational awareness

Collaboration

Team leadership

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.

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.

Position Details
Job Code #:
JC-533727
Position #(s):
910-610-6239-XXX
Working Title:
Regional Manager of Maintenance Support
Classification:
CALTRANS MAINTENANCE MANAGER II
$8,625.00 - $10,724.00
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:
San Joaquin County
Telework:
Hybrid
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
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
Under the general direction of the Office Chief, a Supervising Transportation Engineer (TE), the incumbent serves as the Maintenance Manager II (MMII) with the working title Regional Manager of Maintenance Support. The incumbent is responsible for implementing, directing, and managing a broad and complex portfolio of district wide Maintenance Support functions. These functions include oversight of fleet optimization, equipment, facilities management, level of service (LOS) performance, hazardous materials (hazmat) coordination, landscape program activities, stationary engineer, storm water compliance, Adopt‑A‑Highway operations, utility coordination, Integrated Maintenance Management System (IMMS) administration, radio communications, encampment response support, and on-boarding for new field staff.
The incumbent provides leadership, direction, and technical guidance to ensure that Maintenance Support programs operate efficiently, and comply with statewide policies. The position requires strong operational awareness, strategic planning, and collaboration with regional managers, superintendents, supervisors, including specialist and various internal and external partners to deliver consistent, high-quality Maintenance Support services across the district.

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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 .

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in‑person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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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.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font.

SOQ for Maintenance Support Manager II

• How would you outline performance standards to balance resources, compliance, and delivery across many programs in Maintenance Support?
• How would you monitor performance measures and budget expenditures to ensure compliance with Directives and policies for Maintenance Support operations?
• Describe your leadership style and explain how you would apply it to supervise a large, multidisciplinary workforce across Maintenance Support.
• Describe your experience in emergency management?

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