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CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER

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State of California

Riverside, CA (In Person)

$53,810 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 8 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/5/2026

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CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER
(PI) Department of Transportation
JC-523131 - CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER
(PI)
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER
$23.67 - $28.07 per Hour 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 general direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent performs a variety of labor-related tasks in support of maintaining the State highway system. The incumbent assists the supervisor with team engagement and coordination of daily activities. Duties may also include operating Caltrans equipment as assigned.
PARF 08-26-0378 / JC 523131
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker 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. Permanent, intermittent positions and are not subject to Post and Bid. A permanent, intermittent employee may work up to 1,500 hours in any 12 consecutive months. The number of hours and schedule of work shall be determined based upon the operational needs of each department. 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 2033 E Ramsey St Banning, Riverside County. Most of the incumbent's time will be spent working in the field, either operating equipment or performing duties on foot. Weather conditions range from cold, windy, and wet winters to very hot and predominantly dry summers, with temperatures varying from below freezing to well over 100 degrees. Summer thunderstorms may occur, and heavy winter rainfall is expected. The incumbent will be required to work outdoors and operate equipment in extreme temperatures and inclement weather, and may need to sit or stand for extended periods. Work may be performed on uneven surfaces and in environments with exposure to noise, dust, hot materials, and chemicals.

The incumbent must wear long pants and appropriate footwear, as required by section 4.3 of the current MOU, and must use all assigned personal protective equipment, including high-visibility shirts or vests, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, and any other required safety devices. The role requires extensive travel throughout the assigned area and may include travel to other locations within the district. The incumbent may be required to work overtime, including nights and weekends, may be assigned temporary or intermittent shifts, and may be called to respond to emergency situations. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER
Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:
JC-523131
Position #(s): 908-710-6287-XXX
Working Title:
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER
(PI)
Classification:
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER
$23.67 - $28.07 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 Intermittent - 1500
Hours 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 valid and Class C driver's license. 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