A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
$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:
9/7/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker helps the supervisor plan and schedule the work of the crew. In the field, oversees and leads the work of the crew engaged in highway maintenance work. The incumbent may be required to work overtime including nights and weekends and will be required work night shift during winter storm conditions. The incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement, and a current medical certificate. The incumbent may respond to emergency call-outs. May be loaned to other cost centers. PARF# 08-27-0077 / JC-530188 Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER
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 Position located at 842 El Sobrante Rd Corona CA, Riverside County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This position is based in a maintenance station located in a metropolitan area, the incumbent will work in the field, on foot or operating equipment. Will work in metropolitan, rural, desert and mountain areas on multi-lane freeways, and two-lane secondary roads. Weather conditions vary from a cold, windy and wet winter climate to a very hot and predominately dry summer climate. Occasional heavy thunderstorms can be expected in the summer months and heavy rain and/or snow is to be expected in the winter. Temperature extremes can range from well below freezing in the winter to well over 100 degrees on a consistent basis in the summer. Will be required to work outside in extreme temperatures and inclement weather. Will be exposed to noise, dust and chemicals, and will be required to wear long pants and appropriate footwear in good condition, and must wear provided personal protective safety equipment such as shirts or vests, hard hats, safety glasses and gloves, as well as other devices deemed necessary. May be required to work alternate workweek and/or shift to meet operational requirements. The incumbent will be required to travel extensively through the assigned area and may be required to travel for training, and to work in other areas in the district. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
$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:
Riverside 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.
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.
CLASS B LICENSE, TANK ENDORSEMENT
(N), MEDICAL
CERTIFICATE.
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.
