TREE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER, CALTRANS

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 56,860 - 74,649; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans Tree Maintenance Leadworker in Stanislaus County leads a crew performing trimming, shaping, cultivating, removing and planting trees plus vegetation control and pesticide applications along transportation facilities. Aerial rescue is performed when required, with travel up to 80% of time to meet operational needs.

The position requires a valid California driver’s license; a CDL with endorsements is desired. This is a permanent, full-time role with opportunities within Caltrans.

Qualifications

• Valid California driver’s license is required.
• A valid, unrestricted commercial Class B or Class A license with endorsements for P, H and N is desired.
• Travel up to 80 percent of time is required to meet operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew engaged in trimming, shaping, cultivating, removing and planting trees; perform vegetation control and pesticide applications along rights of way and at State facilities.
• Perform aerial rescue when required and other related highway maintenance tasks.

Skills

Valid California Driver's License

CDL endorsements desired

Willingness to travel 80%

Job description

Job Posting: Caltrans Tree Maintenance Leadworker

Department of Transportation

JC-525953 - Caltrans Tree Maintenance Leadworker TREE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER, CALTRANS

$5,095.00 - $6,689.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 8/7/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under direction of the Caltrans Tree Maintenance Supervisor, works in a lead capacity with a crew engaged in trimming, shaping, cultivating, removing and planting trees and perform vegetation control and application of pesticides along transportation facility rights of way and at State facilities; perform aerial rescue when required; and perform other related highway maintenance work as needed.

A valid Class C driver’s license is required. A valid, unrestricted commercial Class B or Class A driver’s license, with endorsements for P (Passenger/Bus), H (Hazardous Materials) and N (Tank Vehicle) is desired.

Travel out of town up to 80 percent of time is a requirement to meet operational needs.

PARF # 10-26-0250 / JC-525953

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the TREE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER, CALTRANS exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

This is a reposting of JC-522489. If you have previously applied to this position, you do not have to re-apply. Your application will be considered.

Position located at 908 N Emerald Ave Modesto, Stanislaus County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

May/will be exposed to and work in loud noise; dust; chemicals; extreme weather conditions, great heights, confined spaces, uneven and unstable terrain, and next to vehicle traffic. Will be required to wear all personal protective equipment; move heavy objects; stand or sit for prolonged periods. Wear and use all required personal safety equipment. Follow all policies, and procedures. Will be required to work rotating or irregular shifts, including weekends, nights, holidays and overtime. Responds to after-hour emergencies.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• TREE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER, CALTRANS

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-525953

Position #(s): 910-630-9382-918

Working Title: Caltrans Tree Maintenance Leadworker

Classification: TREE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER, CALTRANS $5,095.00 - $6,689.00 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: Stanislaus County

Telework: In Office

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

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.
• The position(s) require(s) a valid Class C driver’s license.
• Occasional travel may be required. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
• This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position but may not be considered unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.
• 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

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

Human Resources Contact: Asia Cha [phone] [e-mail]

Hiring Unit Contact: Amber Burton [phone] [e-mail]

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.

EEO Contact: Caltrans EEO Office [phone] [e-mail]

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.

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.