CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER
State of California - Santa Ana, CA
posted 16 days ago
About the position
Under direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker works with and assists in providing functional guidance to a crew that performs heavy manual labor in the maintenance of state highways, fence & guardrail repair, bridges, roadbed, roadside, functional landscape & vegetation maintenance; graffiti removal; culvert, drainage and ditch inspection and cleaning; litter and debris removal; operates and maintains various equipment and performs general laboring tasks associated with the maintenance of the State Highway System. Assists the supervisor in planning and scheduling duties, developing work plans, conducting safety meetings and scheduling crew assignments. Uses & maintains proper traffic control devices and is responsible for closing ramps, live traffic lanes, freeway connectors and shoulders. Operates manual and power tools. Assists in cleaning up highway spills. May work in confined spaces and in elevated heights. The incumbent may be required to work overtime, work irregular shifts/alternate work schedules including nights, holidays and weekends; may be required to work temporary and /or intermittent varied work shifts and required to respond to emergency situations and calls. May be loaned to other cost centers.
Responsibilities
- Provide functional guidance to a crew performing heavy manual labor.
- Assist in the maintenance of state highways, including fence and guardrail repair.
- Conduct inspections and cleaning of culverts, drainage, and ditches.
- Remove litter and debris from highways.
- Operate and maintain various equipment.
- Assist in planning and scheduling crew duties.
- Conduct safety meetings and schedule crew assignments.
- Use and maintain proper traffic control devices.
- Close ramps, live traffic lanes, freeway connectors, and shoulders.
- Assist in cleaning up highway spills.
- Respond to emergency situations and calls.
Requirements
- Valid California Drivers License (CDL).
- Valid, unrestricted class 'B' driver's license with 'N' Tanker endorsement.
- Current DMV Medical Certificate for commercial license holders.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
- Knowledge of operation and care of automotive equipment.
- Knowledge of safety practices and regulations.
- Ability to communicate and follow directions effectively.
Nice-to-haves
- Possession of a valid class B driver's license with tanker (N) vehicle endorsement.
- Knowledge of methods and materials used for spraying the right of way.
- Experience in supervising and training others.
- Knowledge of statewide Maintenance functions and the mission of the Department of Transportation.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling
- Professional development opportunities
