State of California
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER
State of California, Florida, New York, United States
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER – Department of Transportation
Salary: $5,119.00 – $6,696.00 per month (minimum for new to state). Final Filing Date: 1/16/2026.
Application methods: Electronic (via CalCareer Account) or Mail Drop‑off.
Responsibilities Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Leadworker assists a crew performing heavy manual labor in maintaining state highways, including fence & guardrail repair, bridge and roadway maintenance, roadside and vegetation maintenance, graffiti removal, culvert, drainage, and ditch inspection and cleaning, litter and debris removal, and operation of various equipment. Responsibilities also include planning and scheduling duties, developing work plans, conducting safety meetings, scheduling crew assignments, using proper traffic control devices, closing ramps and lane closures, operating manual and power tools, cleaning up highway spills, and working in confined spaces and elevated heights. May work overtime, irregular shifts, nights, holidays, weekends, temporary and intermittent shifts, and respond to emergency situations. May be loaned to other cost centers.
Working Conditions Position located throughout Orange County.
Outdoor work in varying climate conditions from cold and wet to hot and dry; exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, chemicals, sharp noise, and uneven terrain.
Requires long periods of standing or sitting, possible stair climbing, and transportation across the district.
Work neighborhoods include fast‑moving traffic; requires Safety PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, face shield, respirator, ear plugs, and other necessary equipment.
Minimum Requirements
Drug screening required before hire.
Valid class B driver’s license with tanker endorsement (automatic and manual transmissions).
Required Application Documents
State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (if not applying electronically) with evidence of qualifications.
Unofficial or official transcripts, diplomas, or degree equivalency reports (for foreign credentials).
Any additional documentation specified by the applicant package checklist.
Application Instructions Complete applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date, 1/16/2026. Electronic submission via CalCareer Account is highly recommended. Hard‑copy applications should be mailed or dropped off at the Department of Transportation address listed above hours: 08:00‑05:00, closed weekends and state holidays.
Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus candidates (prioritized). Training and Development assignment candidates may also be considered.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of automotive/highway equipment operation and maintenance, safety regulations, emergency protocols, herbicide handling, and Caltrans maintenance functions.
Ability to communicate, follow directions, perform manual labor, maintain records, interpret simple blueprints, direct crew, and operate equipment.
Experience with blueprints, radio communication, MSDS reading, and problem solving in operational situations.
Contact Information Human Resources Contact and Hiring Unit Contact available to answer questions regarding the application process. For reasonable accommodations, contact the interviewer scheduler at the time of interview scheduling. For Equal Employment Opportunity inquiries, contact the Department’s EEO Office. Relay service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY).
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer for all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, family status, gender, sexual orientation, and other characteristics.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Application methods: Electronic (via CalCareer Account) or Mail Drop‑off.
Responsibilities Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Leadworker assists a crew performing heavy manual labor in maintaining state highways, including fence & guardrail repair, bridge and roadway maintenance, roadside and vegetation maintenance, graffiti removal, culvert, drainage, and ditch inspection and cleaning, litter and debris removal, and operation of various equipment. Responsibilities also include planning and scheduling duties, developing work plans, conducting safety meetings, scheduling crew assignments, using proper traffic control devices, closing ramps and lane closures, operating manual and power tools, cleaning up highway spills, and working in confined spaces and elevated heights. May work overtime, irregular shifts, nights, holidays, weekends, temporary and intermittent shifts, and respond to emergency situations. May be loaned to other cost centers.
Working Conditions Position located throughout Orange County.
Outdoor work in varying climate conditions from cold and wet to hot and dry; exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, chemicals, sharp noise, and uneven terrain.
Requires long periods of standing or sitting, possible stair climbing, and transportation across the district.
Work neighborhoods include fast‑moving traffic; requires Safety PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, face shield, respirator, ear plugs, and other necessary equipment.
Minimum Requirements
Drug screening required before hire.
Valid class B driver’s license with tanker endorsement (automatic and manual transmissions).
Required Application Documents
State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (if not applying electronically) with evidence of qualifications.
Unofficial or official transcripts, diplomas, or degree equivalency reports (for foreign credentials).
Any additional documentation specified by the applicant package checklist.
Application Instructions Complete applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date, 1/16/2026. Electronic submission via CalCareer Account is highly recommended. Hard‑copy applications should be mailed or dropped off at the Department of Transportation address listed above hours: 08:00‑05:00, closed weekends and state holidays.
Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, reinstatement, list or LEAP eligibility, or SROA/Surplus candidates (prioritized). Training and Development assignment candidates may also be considered.
Desirable Qualifications
Knowledge of automotive/highway equipment operation and maintenance, safety regulations, emergency protocols, herbicide handling, and Caltrans maintenance functions.
Ability to communicate, follow directions, perform manual labor, maintain records, interpret simple blueprints, direct crew, and operate equipment.
Experience with blueprints, radio communication, MSDS reading, and problem solving in operational situations.
Contact Information Human Resources Contact and Hiring Unit Contact available to answer questions regarding the application process. For reasonable accommodations, contact the interviewer scheduler at the time of interview scheduling. For Equal Employment Opportunity inquiries, contact the Department’s EEO Office. Relay service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY).
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer for all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, family status, gender, sexual orientation, and other characteristics.
#J-18808-Ljbffr