Job Posting: Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor

Department of Transportation

JC-471251
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Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor
CALTRANS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

$5,244.00 - $6,827.00 per Month

Final Filing Date: 4/4/2025

Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Print Job

Job Description and Duties

Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Superintendent, the Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, supervises a landscape or highway maintenance crew tasked with maintaining assets in State Right of Way. The incumbent will be required to operate vehicles requiring a valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles. To help the Department with scheduling, the incumbent may be required to work alternate work shifts such as but not limited to 9/80, 4/10, work nights or weekends and holidays.

PARF# 04-5-1322 / JC-471251

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltans Maintenance Supervisor 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.

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.

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

Working Conditions

Position located at 600 Lewelling Blvd, San Leandro, Alameda County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

This is a continuance of a previously posted advertisement (JC 462067). Previous applicants remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-471251
Position #(s):
904-640-6301-XXX
Working Title:
Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor
Classification:
CALTRANS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
$5,244.00 - $6,827.00
# of Positions:
Multiple
Work Location:
Alameda County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.

Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity. 

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 valid and unrestricted Class C driver’s license.

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

To help the Department with scheduling, the incumbent may be required to work alternate work shifts such as but not limited to 9/80, 4/10, work nights or weekends and holidays.

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 websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org.  Please redact birthdates 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: 4/4/2025

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
Examination & Recruitment Services MS-86
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.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Knowledge of the Department of Transportation Vegetation Control policies.
Knowledge of standard methods, tools and materials used in maintaining, renovating, and replanting highway landscape and highway facilities, including irrigation, chemical spraying, fertilizing and replanting.
Knowledge of standard methods, tools and materials used in maintaining, repairing, and replacing highway asphalt, Portland Cement Concrete slabs, drainage, highway facilities, highway delineation, pumping stations and other assets on State rights of way.
Knowledge of the California Vehicle Code, especially the Commercial Driver section.
Knowledge of State laws and agency rules and regulations pertaining to highway maintenance procedures and equipment operation.
Knowledge of proper traffic control as stated in Chapter 8 of the Maintenance Manual Vol. 1.
Knowledge of Maintenance Manual Vol. 1 and 2.
Knowledge of the Integrated Maintenance Management System.
Knowledge of the Department Safety Manual.
Knowledge of procedures for directing traffic for emergencies.
Knowledge of Maintenance Storm Water Handbook.
Knowledge of the Progressive Discipline Process.
Knowledge of the Caltrans Acquisition Manual, Property Control Manual, and the Information Security Manual.
Knowledge of the Deputy Directives and Director’s Policies.
Knowledge of Bargaining Unit 12 Memorandums of Understanding.
Ability and skills to act professional and manage emotionally charged situations involving employees, the public or other individuals encountered in the course of duty, be able to cope with pressure and maintain focus during an emergency, i.e. traffic accidents, employee injuries, and natural disasters.
Ability to plan, direct and supervise the work of employees, and special program groups personnel.
Ability to assess landscape plants condition and needs, irrigation operating system, and landscape and roadside deterioration in order to determine the need for repair or corrective action.
Ability to recognize deficiencies in roadway and right of way, hazards, and determine the need for repair or corrective action.
Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop timely and economical solutions.
Ability to establish program objectives or performance goals and to assess progress toward those objectives/goals.

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:
Amrita Sharma
(279) 234-2660
amrita.sharma@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Brian White
(510) 614-5944
Brian.White@dot.ca.gov

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
Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov
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 Applications 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-471251), PARF# 04-5-1322 and title of the position (Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor) 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.

Additional locations:

Positions located at 200 Burma Rd, Oakland; 3605 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, Alameda County

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.