CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker Department of Transportation

JC-523369

- Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker

CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

$5,119.00 - $6,696.00 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:

7/12/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker works with and assists in supervising the work of a crew engaged in maintenance on highways and highway structures, inspects, maintains and repairs various maintenance and landscape equipment; gives on the job training in a wide variety of maintenance functions; performs general laboring tasks associated with the maintenance of the State Highway System; and provides safety of the crew and traveling public. The incumbent may be required to work overtime, work irregular shifts/alternate work schedules including nights, holidays and weekends: may be required to work temporary and/or intermittent varied work shifts and required to respond to emergency situations and calls. May be loaned to other cost centers. This position is represented under collective bargaining. Applications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview. PARF# 12-26-0190, 12-26-0191 / JC-523369 Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the

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 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. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.

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//forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4G https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI Apply today to join our team! We especially encourage applicants to check out our Caltrans Career Compass tool! The Caltrans Career Compass is a tool to assist and help candidates understand and succeed in applying to Caltrans positions. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Positions located throughout Orange County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. The employee will be based at a Maintenance Station in a climate-controlled environment under artificial lights, but most of the duties and time will be spent outdoors operating equipment and/or performing manual labor. Weather conditions vary from cold, windy, and wet winter climate to a very hot and dry summer climate. May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes, hot materials, chemicals, loud noises, inclement weather, steep uneven and for unstable terrain, fast moving traffic, and/or extreme temperatures. May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time. May be exposed/put in stressful situations. Will be required to wear long pants and appropriate footwear in good condition, and must wear provided Personal Protective Safety Equipment including but not limited to: shirt and/or vest, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, face shield, respirator, ear plugs, as well as other safety devices deemed necessary. The incumbent will be required to travel extensively throughout the assigned area and may be required to travel and work in other areas in the District. Employees will be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, alternate work schedules/irregular shifts and required to respond to emergency situations and calls. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:

JC-523369

Position #(s): 912-681-6285-XXX

Working Title:

Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker

Classification:

CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

$5,119.00 - $6,696.00 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:

Orange 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 Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. Possession of a valid class B driver's license with tanker (N) vehicle endorsement. Must be able to operate automatic and manual transmissions. Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle. 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. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

7/12/2026