Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker

Job Description and Duties

District 08- South Region 724/2387 Riverside Landscape

Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker on the Temecula Landscape Crew helps the supervisor plan and schedule the work of the crew. In the field, oversees and leads the work of the crew engaged in landscape maintenance work. The incumbent may be required to work overtime including nights and weekends and will be required work night shift during winter storm conditions. The incumbent is required to have and maintain a valid, unrestricted Class "B" Commercial Driver License with a Tank Vehicle (N) Endorsement, Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC), and a current Medical Certificate. The incumbent may respond to emergency callouts. May be loaned to other cost centers. This position is represented under collective bargaining. Duties include, but are not limited to:

Oversees and leads the work of the crew engaged in a wide variety of landscape maintenance work such as, drain and ditch cleaning; maintenance and repair of irrigation and sprinkler systems; brush and tree trimming; sweeping; mixing and spraying chemicals, litter removal; weed removal and other related duties. As needed will operate various maintenance equipment such as end-dump trucks from 2-10 cu. yards, with either automatic or manual transmissions and may be equipped with plows and sanders.

May operate front-end loaders, motor graders, bulldozers, rollers, equipment trailers and other related vehicles while performing assigned duties. Performs pre and post operation checks, minor and emergency repairs, and adjustments to equipment. Sets and removes lane closures using early warning signs, cones and flares, and cone and backup trucks. The incumbent will also be required to perform manual labor as needed.

Operates a computer and keeps records of personnel, equipment and materials used. Leads crew in repairing, maintaining and cleaning equipment, and work areas.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Landscape 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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PARF# 08-5-010 / JC-446187

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

Working Conditions

Position located in Riverside, Riverside County.

This position is based in a maintenance station located in a metropolitan area, the incumbent will work in the field, on foot or operating equipment. Will work in metropolitan, rural, desert and mountain areas on multi-lane freeways, and two-lane secondary roads. Weather conditions vary from a cold, windy and wet winter climate to a very hot and predominately dry summer climate. Occasional heavy thunderstorms can be expected in the summer months and heavy rain and/or snow is to be expected in the winter. Temperature extremes can range from well below freezing in the winter to well over 100 degrees on a consistent basis in the summer. Will be required to work outside in extreme temperatures and inclement weather. Will be exposed to noise, dust and chemicals, and will be required to wear long pants and appropriate footwear in good condition, and must wear provided personal protective safety equipment such as shirts or vests, hard hats, safety glasses and gloves, as well as other devices deemed necessary. May be required to work alternate workweek and/or shift to meet operational requirements. The incumbent will be required to travel extensively through the assigned area and may be required to travel for training, and to work in other areas in the district.

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 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-446187

Position #(s):

908-720-6296-XXX

Working Title:

Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker

Classification:

CALTRANS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

$4,970.00 - $6,501.00

# of Positions:

Multiple

Work Location:

Riverside County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

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

Frequently Asked Questions for an Applicant:

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Special Requirements

• Possession of Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC).
• The position requires successful completion of the Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Lead Worker Exam.
• Valid Class B driver's license with Tank Endorsement (N), and a Medical Certificate is required.

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. Here is a list of evaluation agencies: . 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: 8/30/2024

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

Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact JC-446187

1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana, CA 92705

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Transportation

Caltrans DHR Contact JC-446187

1750 E. 4th Street, 1st Floor

Santa Ana, CA 92705

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 Clas