Job Description and Duties
Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent assists in planning, performing, and directing the work of the assigned unit on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Operates equipment identified as Category 2 used by the assigned unit requiring a Class B license with tanker endorsements, and works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work.
Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis, the Leadworker assists the Supervisor with the following tasks: scheduling work of the crew; assure that all equipment is serviced and maintained properly; lead the crew and give on the job training in a wide variety of maintenance functions; observe the crew to be sure that work habits follow the Code of Safe Practices and Chapter 8; provide for the safety of the crew and the traveling public; conduct safety meetings.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker 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.
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Working Conditions
Position located in Sacramento, Sacramento County. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. Occasional travel may be required. Required to work in a wide range of sometimes extreme conditions, including heat up to 120 degrees, cold to –15 degrees, strong winds, rain, sleet, and snow. Will be required to work overtime due to storms, emergencies, special work projects, or when the Supervisor deems that it is in the best interest of the State. Required to wear all personal protective equipment and follow all policies, and procedures.
Desirable Qualifications
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 and snow removal; the operating characteristics of the Maintenance Management System, Maintenance Manual Volumes I and II, Safety Manual, Code of Safe Practices, and Guide to Employee Conduct and Discipline. It is also desirable that the incumbent has a working knowledge of the IMMS Computer program. Incumbent must also have 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.
