Description

Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Area Superintendent, the incumbent supervises and works with a crew engaged in the maintenance of a pre-specified territory, within the Wasco Maintenance Area/High Speed Rail. Will be required to work irregular shifts including nights and weekends and is required to respond to after-hours call-outs for emergencies. May oversee the work of agroup of non- State or community service workers.Supervision; plan, organize and direct the work of a crew engaged in projects within the State Highway System on roadways, roadsides, landscaped sections, traffic safety barriers and highway appurtenances.The supervisor is responsible for instruction of crew members in the proper use tools, equipment and methods used in the Caltrans Maintenance Division. Incumbent is responsible for enforcing the Caltrans Injury & Illness & Prevention Program including worksite and facility inspections to identify and correct hazards in work areas. The incumbent responds to emergencies and after hour call-outs within the Maintenance Area.

PARF# 06-6-381 / JC-497307

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

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

Working Conditions

Position is located at 201 J Street, Wasco 93280, Kern County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

This is a Limited Term position which may be extended to 24 months or become permanent.
Incumbent can expect to be outside most of the day in all kinds of weather. The work is physically demanding and requires stamina, agility and strength. May be subject to sunburn, insect bites, loud noises, dust and chemicals. In addition the job is potentially hazardous because it is performed at the side of the road or in the roadway itself, where workers are exposed to vehicular traffic. There is a possibility of injury by working with and around heavy equipment, hot and/or pressurized material. Incumbent may be required to work rotating or irregular shifts, including nights and in emergency situations caused by storms and floods. Incumbent may be assigned to a snow removal territory.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• CALTRANS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-497307

Position #(s):

906-620-6301-918

Working Title:

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Classification:

CALTRANS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
$5,401.00 - $7,032.00
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:

Kern County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

12 Month Limited Term - Full Time

Facility:

California Department of Transportation

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

• Theposition(s) require(s) a valid and unrestricted Class C driver's license.

• Possessionof a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leasedvehicle.

Possessionof Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/orappointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you mustinclude your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted andmay be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreigntranscripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency reportevaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreigncoursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following twowebsites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org. Please redact birthdates and social securitynumbers

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: 11/13/2025
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 the ability to plan, organize and direct the work of others.

Must have knowledge of the principles of effective supervision; a manager's/supervisor's responsibility for promoting equal opportunity in hiring and employee development and promotion, and for maintaining a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

Must have the ability to read, write and maintain accurate records.

Must have knowledge of the provisions of the California Vehicle Code as it applies to the loading and operation of motor vehicles, highway operations, safety rules and practices, including placing of detour and warning signs.

Must have knowledge of safety practices; fire prevention techniques; emergency first aid, the basic occupational safety and health regulations contained in Tile 8 Industrial Relations - Construction and General Industry Safety Orders as well as the safety and health policies and procedures as contained in the Department's Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Knowledge of basic safe work practices and the supervisor's role in maintaining an effective Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Must have the ability to detect unsafe conditions and practices and to plan, organize, conduct and evaluate safety-training programs.

Must have knowledge in the use of modern methods of propagating, planting, cultivating and caring for trees, shrubs, flowers, and various types of ground cover, as well as types of plant pests and diseases and the methods for their co

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:
Huong Nguyen
(559) 383-5229
Huong.T.Nguyen@dot.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Faye Abuyen
(559) 383-5218
s154525@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-497307), PARF# 06-6-381 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.