CALTRANS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Caltrans: California Department of Transportation • Clearlake Oaks, CA • 20h ago

Job Posting: Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor

JC-472917

Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor
CALTRANS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Job Description and Duties

Working under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Area Superintendent, employee is responsible for the supervision and operations of all maintenance activities by the assigned unit. Must possess a valid driver's license.

• Supervise and participate in a wide range of work projects undertaken by the assigned unit. Such projects include, but are not limited to, flexible and rigid pavement maintenance, roadside maintenance, weed control, mowing, maintenance of fence, ditches, culverts, litter, debris, sweeping, graffiti, spills, stormwater and NPDES projects, rest areas, vista points, pavement markers, guideposts, signs, guardrail, median barrier, snow and ice control, and storm maintenance.

• Schedule and plan work for the assigned unit. Ensure required personnel, materials, and equipment is available. Prepare necessary work plans on a daily, weekly, monthly and yearly basis. Inspect right-of-way and recognize deficiencies and hazards in order to initiate appropriate actions.

• Respond to emergencies and major incidents such as traffic accidents, highway spills, floods, and storms. Conduct safety meetings and other training. Ensure staff is properly trained and qualified to perform assignments. Monitor crew work habits and conditions to provide for the safety of the crew and public.

• In a timely manner, submit daily, weekly, and yearly records and reports. Such records and reports include, but are not limited to, timekeeping, projects, traffic control, traffic delays, major incidents, highway damage, highway spills, major incidents, hazardous waste, hazardous materials, personnel evaluations, materials, purchases, fuel, equipment, stormwater, and any other report or record as requested.

• Inspect facilities and equipment in order to ensure State facilities and equipment are used and maintained properly. Make inspections for and assist in solving encroachment and permit issues.

• Administer departmental policy and procedures. Maintain crew morale and discipline. Answer employee and public questions regarding maintenance policy and procedure with tact and courtesy. Ensure departmental policy and procedure is being carried out.

PARF# 01-5-231 / JC-472917

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

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

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.

CALTRANS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Additional Documents

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.

Minimum Qualifications are:

Valid Class C Driver’s License. AND

Either I

One year of experience in the California state service performing the duties of either a Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker or Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker.

Or II

Three years of experience in the California state service performing the duties of any or a combination of the classes Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker, Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker, Caltrans Equipment Operator I, or Caltrans Equipment Operator II.

For more information about District 1, view here: https://youtu.be/KL60isfvi1s

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: 4/16/2025

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

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.

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:

Must have a thorough knowledge of materials, methods, equipment and tools used in highway maintenance and construction; operation of a maintenance area and the maintenance of equipment and tools used in highway maintenance; the operating characteristics of the Maintenance Management System, Maintenance Manual Volumes I & II, Safety Manual, Code of Safe Practices, Guide to Employee Conduct and Discipline and all other manuals or guides pertaining to highway maintenance work and workers. Incumbent must have a working knowledge of the IMMS Computer program.

Incumbent must have a working knowledge of provisions of the California Vehicle Code as it pertains to the loading and operation of motor vehicles; and rules and regulations pertaining to highway maintenance practices.

Ability to lead and supervise the work of subordinate members of the assigned unit and to work safely around high-density traffic. Ability to maintain morale and discipline of the crew, and recognize deficiencies and hazards within the right-of-way. Ability to work effectively alone or with others. Must be able to analyze various work situations accurately and make sound decisions. Ability to establish and maintain control over the entire operation of the assigned unit.

Much of this position is labor intensive. Incumbent must have physical ability to react quickly to errant motorist and do strenuous hand and mechanical labor.

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:
Kenny Pham
(916) 662-3213
Kenny.Pham@dot.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Tricia McKenzie
(707) 798-7490
Tricia.McKenzie@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-472917), PARF# 01-5-231 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.

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.