TREE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER, CALTRANS

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

Job summary

Caltrans in California is seeking a Tree Maintenance Leadworker to plan, perform and direct tree upkeep activities in Shasta County. The role requires operating Category 1 and 2 equipment and may involve travel with per diem up to 80% of the year.

Applicants must have a valid Class C license with Tank endorsement (Class A desirable). This is a permanent, full-time position within the California Department of Transportation.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Class C driver's license with Tank endorsement; a Class A license is desirable.
• This is a designated travel crew and requires travel with per diem up to 80% of the year.
• Overtime, nights and weekends may be required due to storms, emergencies or special projects.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment identified as Category 1 and Category 2 for tree maintenance.
• Assists in planning, performing, and directing daily/weekly/monthly unit work.
• Works individually or with a crew to accomplish tree maintenance tasks.

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.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-535239

Position #(s): 902-697-9382-XXX

Working Title: TREE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER, CALTRANS

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: Shasta County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: California Department of Transportation

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

Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Tree Maintenance Supervisor in Special Crews, the incumbent assists in planning, performing, and directing the work of the assigned unit on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Operates equipment identified as Category 1 and Category 2 used by the assigned unit, and works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to tree maintenance work. Must possess a valid Class C driver's license w/Tank endorsement; a Class A license is desirable. This is a designated travel crew and works out of town on a per diem basis up to 80% of the year. This position is represented under collective bargaining. Required to work overtime, nights and weekends due to storms, emergencies, or special work projects, as determined by the Supervisor or Department.

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 .

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.

PARF 02-27-0169 / JC 535239

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

Special Requirements

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

Final Filing Date: 10/22/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.