CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

Job Description and Duties

This position involves working with a crew in the repair, installation, removal, and cleaning of ground mounted and overhead signs. This includes working on catwalks of overhead signs and using personnel hoists for graffiti removal and cover plate installation. Responsibilities also include operating and maintaining light vehicles and commercial vehicles and equipment used for sign repair and installation. The incumbent must handle and lift signposts, signs, and 50 lb. bags of sand.

The position requires adherence to and enforcement of Caltrans policies and directives. Incumbents are expected to respond to emergency situations and calls when deemed necessary by the supervisor. Work may involve nights to perform night inspections, exposure to various weather conditions, and working at heights greater than 7 feet.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify, applicants must possess a valid California Driver’s License (CDL) with a Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement. They must also pass a drug screening and background investigation before being hired. Possession of a valid Class B driver’s license with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement is preferred.

Additional Documents

For more details, refer to the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Work is performed outdoors, often in challenging conditions such as dirt, noise, uneven surfaces, sun, wind, rain, and extreme temperatures. Incumbents may be required to work nights under artificial lights, in confined spaces, and travel for training sessions. Overtime and irregular shifts are common.

Special Requirements

• A valid California Drivers License (CDL) with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement is required.
• A drug screening must be passed before employment.
• A background investigation must be cleared before employment.
• Possession of a valid Class B driver’s license with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement is preferred.

Benefits

Click HERE to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Contact Information

For questions regarding the application process, contact the Human Resources Contact at (279) 234-2708 or david.lin@dot.ca.gov. For questions regarding the position, contact the Hiring Unit Contact at (415) 330-6513 or Gilberto.Navarro@dot.ca.gov.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.