Top 78 Public works Jobs in Modesto, Ca

Estimating Assistant
United Pavement Maintenance, Inc. —Hughson, CA
- $40,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Basic math
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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11d
Streets Maintenance Operator I, Part
City of Ceres —Ceres, CA
- $21.56 an hour
- Part-time
- Carpentry
- Schematics
- Basic math
4d
Emergency Preparedness Information Coordinator
DRAIL —Modesto, CA
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- COVID-19 protective measures
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5d
Civil Engineer
Mid Valley Engineering —Modesto, CA
- $100,000 - $200,000 a year
- Email
- Background check
- Civil engineering
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Senior Traffic Analyst
Aspen Environmental Group —California
- $115,000 - $145,000 a year
- Email
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis skills
- 11+ years
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Cook
PeopleReady —Knights Ferry, CA
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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13d
Retirement Plan Specialist
Employee Benefits Group —California
- From $60,000 a year
- Contract
- Remote
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
- Professional development assistance
- Flexible schedule
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Property Attendant
Hotel Management and Consulting —Manteca, CA
- $19.50 - $21.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Sanitation
- Hotel
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Specialist: Seasonal, Part-time
Apple —Modesto, CA
- $22.00 - $28.31 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Grounds Maintenance Specialist
Yosemite Community College District —Modesto, CA
- $4,696 - $6,006 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Schematics
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
6d
Industrial Hygienist - Entry Level
Forensic Analytical Consulting Services —Modesto, CA
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Customer service
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Customer Service - Self Storage Manager
Public Storage —Modesto, CA
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Rental Project Coordination Manager
Pacific Mobile —Ceres, CA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Park Maintenance Worker III
Stanislaus County —Modesto, CA
- $56,825.60 - $69,076.80 a year
- Overtime
- Writing skills
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
Housing Navigator
United Way —Modesto, CA
- $23 - $27 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Google Workspace
- High school
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Deputy Director of Public Works
Stanislaus County —Modesto, CA
- $142,812.80 - $214,219.20 a year
- Online Application
- Engineering
- Data analysis skills
- Mentoring
Community Work Incentive Coordinator
DRAIL —Modesto, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Spanish
- Working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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5d
Estimator
River Partners —Modesto, CA
- $95,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Civil engineering
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Deputy Director of Public Works
Stanislaus County, CA —Modesto, CA
- $128,315.20 - $192,462.40 a year
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Engineering
Assistant Store Manager
Ross Stores —Modesto, CA
- $20.40 - $26.42 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Merchandising
- Sanitation
- English

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Estimating Assistant

United Pavement Maintenance, Inc.
Hughson, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$40,000 - $80,000 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Construction specifications
Spreadsheets
Basic math
Databases
High school diploma or GED
Construction plans
Construction drawing review
Attention to detail
Estimating construction project budgets
Cost estimate preparation

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Estimator Assistant supports the estimating team in preparing accurate, competitive bids for public works paving, milling, and pavement maintenance projects. This role handles bid takeoffs, plan and specification review, quantity calculations, and subcontractor/supplier quote solicitation under the direction of the Senior Estimator. Strong attention to detail and organization are critical, as outputs feed directly into bid pricing and contract compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Perform quantity takeoffs from plans, specifications, and bid documents (asphalt tonnage, milling square footage, striping, traffic control, etc.)
Download and organize bid packages from public agency portals (Caltrans, city/county, DIR-related postings)
Solicit and track quotes from subcontractors, material suppliers, and rental vendors; log responses and follow up on outstanding bids
Maintain and update unit cost databases, rate sheets, and historical bid data
Assemble bid forms, schedules of values, and required compliance documents (DBE/SBE participation, prevailing wage acknowledgments, bonding paperwork)
Verify project requirements including prevailing wage classifications, DIR registration, license, and bonding thresholds
Track bid due dates, addenda, and pre-bid meeting requirements; flag deadlines to the estimating team
Support post-bid documentation, including bid result tracking and scope confirmation
Assist with takeoff software, spreadsheets, and digital plan tools

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; coursework or degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field preferred
1+ years in construction estimating, project coordination, or a related support role (paving/civil/public works a plus)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; ability to build and maintain organized workbooks
Strong math skills and accuracy with quantity calculations
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
Highly organized with strong follow-through on deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with public works bidding and prevailing wage / DIR compliance
Experience with takeoff/estimating software (Bluebeam, HCSS HeavyBid,Quickbooks,Word,Excel.
Knowledge of asphalt paving, milling, concrete,underground.

Skills & Attributes

Detail-oriented and accurate under deadline pressure
Self-directed; able to manage multiple bids simultaneously
Clear written and verbal communication for vendor and subcontractor outreach
Discretion with confidential pricing and bid information

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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public works jobs in modesto, ca

Estimating Assistant

Streets Maintenance Operator I, Part

Emergency Preparedness Information Coordinator

Civil Engineer

Senior Traffic Analyst

Cook

Retirement Plan Specialist

Property Attendant

Specialist: Seasonal, Part-time

Grounds Maintenance Specialist

Industrial Hygienist - Entry Level

Customer Service - Self Storage Manager

Rental Project Coordination Manager

Park Maintenance Worker III

Housing Navigator

Deputy Director of Public Works

Community Work Incentive Coordinator

Estimator

Deputy Director of Public Works

Assistant Store Manager

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