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CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER
Department of Transportation —Alameda County, CA
- $5,119 - $6,696 a month
- Overtime
- CDL B
- Pass drug screening
- CDL A
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TRANSIT MECHANIC
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority —San Jose, CA
- $113,131.20 - $128,564.80 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- DOT physical examination
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Overhead Line Worker
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority —San Jose, CA
- $61.67 - $70.07 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Schematics
- DOT physical examination
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Substation Maintainer
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority —San Jose, CA
- $61.67 - $70.07 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 5 years
- DOT physical examination
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Electro-Mechanic
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority —San Jose, CA
- $54.39 - $61.81 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mechanic experience
- DOT physical examination
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Light Rail Power Supervisor
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority —San Jose, CA
- $148,090.02 - $180,048.44 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- DOT physical examination
- Driver's License
- Parental leave

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CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

Department of Transportation -
Alameda County, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$5,119 - $6,696 a month
5 days ago

Qualifications

Records maintenance
Commercial truck driving
DOT Physical Certification
Vehicle codes
Machine minor repairs
Tanker Endorsement

Full Job Description

Job Posting: Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker - Delineation

Department of Transportation

JC-522991

Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker - Delineation
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

$5,119.00 - $6,696.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 7/9/2026

Job Description and Duties

Under the general direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, incumbent assists with various raised marker, striping, and pavement marking operations, handles and lifts large quantities of 35 to 50 lb. bags or boxes. This also includes grinding operations and operation and care of light trucks and commercial vehicles used for pavement delineation. Incumbent must have knowledge of basic safe work practices and the provisions of the California Vehicle Code applying to the operation of vehicles, servicing, minor adjustments, and emergency repairs to equipment. Incumbent must possess ability to communicate and follow simple written and oral directions, keep records, and perform heavy manual labor. Also, will do daily tasks normally done by the Supervisor in his absence such as timekeeping, inputting work orders, use of materials and logging equipment use. Must possess a valid Class B Driver License with tank endorsement and a current medical examiner certificate. Class A is desirable. Incumbent will adhere to and enforce all Directors Policies and Deputy Directives. Traveling is required and occasionally, work out of town may be mandated on 'per diem.'

PARF# 04-26-0754 / JC-522991

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker 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.

Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job.

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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.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Position located 15525 Hesperian Blvd., San Leandro, Alameda County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

The Highway Complete Streets Maintenance Worker may be exposed to and work in loud noise, dust, chemicals, extreme weather conditions, great heights, confined spaces, uneven and unstable terrain, and next to vehicle traffic. The Highway Complete Streets Maintenance Worker will be required to wear all personal protective equipment and follow all policies, and procedures. Will be required to work rotating or irregular shifts, including weekends, nights, holidays, overtime, and be able to respond to after-hour emergencies.

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-522991

Position #(s):

904-760-6285-059

Working Title:

Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker - Delineation

Classification:

CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

$5,119.00 - $6,696.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Alameda County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation.

Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success.

Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov

Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Special Requirements

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.
The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.

The position(s) require(s) a valid Class B driver’s license with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement.

Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

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 web sites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birth dates and social security numbers.

Application Instructions

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.

Final Filing Date: 7/9/2026

Who May Apply

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).

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).

How To Apply

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:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Transportation

N/A

Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact

Certification Services MS-90

P O Box 168036

Sacramento, CA 95816-8036

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation

Drop-Off Address

Caltrans DHR Contact

Classification and Hiring Unit - ECOS

1727 30th Street, MS 90

Sacramento, CA 95816

Closed on weekends and State holidays.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

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:

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.
Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

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.

Benefits

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

Contact Information

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.

Human Resources Contact:
David Lin
(279) 234-2708
[email protected]

Hiring Unit Contact:
Marco Gonzalez
(415) 330-6500
[email protected]

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.

EEO Contact:
Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368-3367
[email protected]

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.

Important Application Instructions:

The State application (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, the Job Control number (JC-522991), PARF# 04-26-0754 and title of the position (Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

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.

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.

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.

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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Overhead Line Worker

Substation Maintainer

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