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Job Posting: Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker<br><br>Department of Transportation<br><br>JC-492928<br><br>Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker<br><br>CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER<br><br>$5,119.00 - $6,696.00 per Month<br><br>New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.<br><br>Final Filing Date: 10/3/2025<br><br><strong><strong>Application Methods: <br><br></strong></strong>Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)<br><br>By Mail<br><br>Drop-off<br><br>Print Job<br><br>Save Job<br><br><strong>Job Description And Duties<br><br></strong>Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, 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 highway maintenance work. Required to work overtime, nights and weekends due to storms, emergencies, or special work projects, as determined by the Supervisor or Department. Leads and accomplishes the work tasks normally performed by the unit engaged in a wide variety of highway maintenance work, such as paving, shoulder grading, mowing, culvert and ditch cleaning, dig outs, pavement patching, crack sealing, sign and delineation installation, fence repair, traffic control, repair or replacement of guide markers and guardrail, traffic control, litter pick up, maintenance of roadside rest areas, and any other duties that would normally be assigned to a Caltrans Equipment Operator I, Caltrans Equipment Operator II, or Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker. During the winter, leads the crew in snow removal and ice control activities. Operates Category 1 and Category 2 equipment used by the assigned unit (end-dump trucks, trucks with snow plows and sanders, front-end loaders, motor graders, snow blowers, & other related vehicles) to perform tasks related to highway maintenance work.<br><br>PARF# 02-6-125 / JC-492928<br><br><strong>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.<br><br></strong>The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.<br><br>Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.<br><br>https://forms.office.com/g/RyK102ty4G<br><br>https://youtu.be/oC9wIp8QalI<br><br>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.<br><br>You will find additional information about the job in the <strong>Duty Statement</strong>.<br><br>Working Conditions<br><br><strong>Position located at </strong><strong>37900 Hwy. 36E, Mineral, CA 96063, Tehama County <br><br></strong><strong>Multiple positions may </strong><strong>be filled from this recruitment.<br><br></strong>Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, 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 highway maintenance work. Required to work overtime, nights and weekends due to storms, emergencies, or special work projects, as determined by the Supervisor or Department. Leads and accomplishes the work tasks normally performed by the unit engaged in a wide variety of highway maintenance work, such as paving, shoulder grading, mowing, culvert and ditch cleaning, dig outs, pavement patching, crack sealing, sign and delineation installation, fence repair, traffic control, repair or replacement of guide markers and guardrail, traffic control, litter pick up, maintenance of roadside rest areas, and any other duties that would normally be assigned to a Caltrans Equipment Operator I, Caltrans Equipment Operator II, or Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker. During the winter, leads the crew in snow removal and ice control activities. Operates Category 1 and Category 2 equipment used by the assigned unit (end-dump trucks, trucks with snow plows and sanders, front-end loaders, motor graders, snow blowers, & other related vehicles) to perform tasks related to highway maintenance work. Required to work overtime, nights and weekends due to storms, emergencies, or special work projects, as determined by the Supervisor or Department. Must possess a valid Class B driver's license w/Tank endorsement; a Class A license is desirable. This position is represented under collective bargaining.<br><br><strong>Minimum Requirements<br><br></strong>You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.<br><br><ul><li>CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER<br><br></li></ul>Additional Documents<br><br><ul><li>Job Application Package Checklist</li><li>Duty Statement<br><br></li></ul>Position Details<br><br><strong>Job Code #:<br><br></strong>JC-492928<br><br><strong>Position #(s):<br><br></strong>902-675-6285-125<br><br><strong><strong>Working Title:<br><br></strong></strong><strong> Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker<br><br></strong><strong><strong>Classification:<br><br></strong></strong>CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER<br><br>$5,119.00 - $6,696.00<br><br>New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.<br><br><strong># of Positions:<br><br></strong>Multiple<br><br><strong>Work Location:<br><br></strong>Tehama County<br><br><strong><strong>Telework:<br><br></strong></strong>In Office<br><br><strong><strong>Job Type:<br><br></strong></strong>Permanent, Full Time<br><br>Department Information<br><br>Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.<br><br>Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.<br><br>The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.<br><br>Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov<br><br>Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity<br><br>Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity<br><br>Special Requirements<br><br><ul><li>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.</li><li>The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.</li><li>The position(s) require(s) a valid unrestricted Class B commercial driver’s license, with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement.</li><li>Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.<br><br></li></ul>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.<br><br>Application Instructions<br><br>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.<br><br>Final Filing Date: 10/3/2025<br><br>Who May Apply<br><br>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).<br><br>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).<br><br>How To Apply<br><br>Complete Application Packages (including Your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) And Applicable Or Required Documents) Must Be Submitted To Apply For This Job Posting. Application Packages May Be Submitted Electronically Through Your CalCareer Account At Www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When Submitting Your Application In Hard Copy, a Completed Copy Of The Application Package Listing Must Be Included. If You Choose To Not Apply Electronically, a Hard Copy Application Package May Be Submitted Through An Alternative Method Listed Below:<br><br>Address for Mailing Application Packages<br><br>You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:<br><br>Department of Transportation<br><br>N/A<br><br>Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact<br><br>Certification Services MS-90<br><br>P O Box 168036<br><br>Sacramento, CA 95816-8036<br><br>Address for Drop-Off Application Packages<br><br>You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:<br><br>Department of Transportation<br><br>Drop-Off Address<br><br>Caltrans DHR Contact<br><br>Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS<br><br>1727 30th Street, MS 90<br><br>Sacramento, CA 95816<br><br>Closed on weekends and State Holidays<br><br>08:00 AM - 05:00 PM<br><br>Required Application Package Documents<br><br>The Following Items Are Required To Be Submitted With Your Application. Applicants Who Do Not Submit The Required Items Timely May Not Be Considered For This Job:<br><br><ul><li>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.</li><li>Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.<br><br></li></ul>Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.<br><br><strong>Desirable Qualifications<br><br></strong>In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:<br><br><strong>Class "A" Driver's License with Tank (N) endorsement<br><br></strong><strong>Benefits<br><br></strong>Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.<br><br>Contact Information<br><br>The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.<br><br><strong>Human Resources Contact:<br><br></strong>Salvador Cardiel<br><br>(916) 491-0923<br><br>salvador.cardiel.jr@dot.ca.gov<br><br><strong>Hiring Unit Contact:<br><br></strong>Scott Hetrick<br><br>(530) 225-3497<br><br>scott.hetrick@dot.ca.gov<br><br>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.<br><br><strong>EEO Contact:<br><br></strong>Caltrans EEO Office<br><br>(844) 368-3367<br><br>Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov<br><br>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.<br><br><strong>Important Application Instructions:<br><br></strong><strong>The STD. 678 is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, you are required to include the Job Control (JC-492928) PARF# (02-6-125) and title of the position (Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker) on the State application (STD. 678) form. <br><br></strong>Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.<br><br>Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.<br><br>NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. The job application packet checklist is not required to apply for this position. Failure to follow these instructions may result in your application not being considered for this position.<br><br>Equal Opportunity Employer<br><br>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.<br><br>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.

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