Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker

CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEAD WORKER – Caltrans District 3

Salary: $4,883.00 – $6,127.00 per month (minimum salary for new-to-state candidates)

Location: 2111 Garden Road, Monterey, Monterey County

Final Filing Date: January 10, 2026

• Electronic – via Cal Career Account
• By Mail
• Drop‑off
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• Under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, oversee and work with a maintenance crew engaged in maintaining highways and related facilities.
• Possess a valid, unrestricted Class B commercial driver’s license (with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement) and operate equipment required for the class.
• May be assigned to perform non‑lead worker duties as part of the normal assignment.
• Support scheduling by working alternate shifts (e.g., 9/80, 4/10, night work) as requested.
• Translation services available upon request.

Incumbent will be working outdoors most of the day in all weather conditions, performing physically demanding tasks that require stamina, agility, and strength. Potential exposures include sunburn, poison oak, insect bites, loud noise, dust, chemicals, vehicular traffic, and hazardous materials (e.g., insecticides, herbicides). Workers may operate heavy equipment and may be required to work rotating or irregular shifts, including nights and emergency crew activities triggered by storms or floods.

• Valid, unrestricted Class B commercial driver’s license with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license for operating state‑owned or leased vehicles.
• Eligible for the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Lead worker examination (or current candidates with list/LEAP/SROA eligibility).
• Certification of education, license, or certificate as required; unofficial transcripts accepted for evaluation.

View the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California here.

Human Resources Contact:
Dina Coloma
(279) 234‑2328

Hiring Unit Contact:
d5.north south.maintenance.jobs
(805) 835‑6343
d5.norths

EEO Contact:
Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368‑3367

The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, or sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State to achieve a drug‑free workplace; all applicants for state employment are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with this objective.