CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

Multiple positions available in Fresno County. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

About the role

The Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker operates under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor. This is a traveling crew position that may require up to 75% travel time.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles requiring a Class A or B driver license.
• Work with and assist in supervising a Caltrans maintenance sign crew or button crew.
• Operate specified Caltrans equipment if appropriately qualified and properly licensed.
• Assist electrical maintenance crews with static lane closures, one-way traffic control, barrier/shadow activities, and installing or digging out foundation bases.
• Perform additional duties as required during inclement weather or when crew size is short, as directed by supervisor.

Requirements

• Valid California Driver’s License (CDL) with an unrestricted Class B commercial driver’s license and Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement.
• Pass a drug screening prior to hire.
• Clear a background investigation prior to hire.
• Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker exam. Candidates without current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) or new to state civil service must be on the state examination list.
• Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If basing eligibility on education, unofficial transcript(s)/diploma must be provided for verification. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a U.S. equivalency report from a recognized evaluation agency.

Pay

$5,119.00 - $6,696.00 per month.

Schedule

Full-time, 12-month limited term position. In-office work location with no telework option.