Landscape Maintenance Lead - Emergency Cleanup

Caltrans; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Leadworker in San Joaquin County to supervise field operations, plan and schedule maintenance tasks, and lead crews in encampment cleanups, spills, and related activities.

The role requires a QAC with Category C and a Class B CDL with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement, plus the ability to respond to emergencies, work overtime, nights, weekends, and travel as needed for operations and training.

Qualifications

• Leadership and supervision experience.
• Ability to coordinate emergency response operations.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and oversee field operations.
• Lead crews in encampment cleanups, illegal dumps, and spills.
• Maintain labor, equipment, and material records; act as supervisor when needed.
• Travel and on-call duties for emergencies and training.

Skills

Leadership

Emergency response coordination

Safety compliance

Tools

CDL Class B with Tank Vehicle N endorsement

Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) Category C

Valid California Driver's License

Job description

Caltrans is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Leadworker in San Joaquin County to supervise field operations, plan and schedule maintenance tasks, and lead crews in encampment cleanups, spills, and related activities.

The role requires a QAC with Category C and a Class B CDL with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement, plus the ability to respond to emergencies, work overtime, nights, weekends, and travel as needed for operations and training.