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Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Area Superintendent, the Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor supervises and works with a crew engaged in various highway/landscape maintenance and graffiti tasks. Plans, organizes, conducts and evaluates safety-training needs. Develops work plans and crew schedules for an assigned area. 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.
Applications will be screened and only the most competitive candidates will be invited for an interview.
PARF# 12-26-0140 / JC-520696
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 located at 1090 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA , Orange County .
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.
The employee will be based at a Maintenance Station in a climate-controlled environment under artificial lights, but some of the duties and time will be spent outdoors. Weather conditions vary from a cold windy and wet winter climate to a very hot and dry summer climate. May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes, hot materials, chemicals, loud noises, inclement weather, steep, uneven, and/or unstable terrain, fast moving traffic, and/or extreme temperatures. May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time. May be exposed/put in stressful situations. Will be required to wear long pants and appropriate footwear in good condition, and must wear provided personal protective safety equipment• including but not limited to: shirts or vests, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, face shields, respirators, ear plugs, as well as other safety devices deemed necessary. The incumbent will be required to travel extensively throughout the assigned area and may be required to travel and work in other areas in the District.
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-520696
Position #(s):
912-681-6301-024
Working Title:
Caltrans 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:
Orange County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time
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

• This classification requires a valid class C drivers' license. A class A or B drivers' license with Tanker endorsement, a current medical certificate is desirable.

• Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

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. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . 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: 6/15/2026
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
California Department of Transportation
Attn: Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-520696
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
California Department of Transportation
Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-520696
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 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:
Knowledge: Incumbent must have the knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in the Maintenance Department; operation and care of automotive equipment including light trucks, construction equipment and power tools; provisions of the California Vehicle Code rules and regulations pertaining to operation of vehicles and highway/landscape maintenance practices. Must have knowledge of the principles of effective supervision; responsibility for promoting equal opportunity throughout the workplace; maintain a work environment free of discrimination and harassment; and maintain an effective Injury & Illness Prevention Program. Must be able to direct the training and development of personnel in various types of operations; modify and change work methods to solve various problems encountered in daily operations and during emergency situations; determine equipment and personnel needed to complete a job. Knowledge of the basic occupational safety and health regulations in Title 8 Industrial RWhile the incumbent is under the general direction of a Caltrans Area Superintendent, the responsibility for decisions is at this level and poor judgment could result in serious injury or death to the employee, crew members, other Caltrans employees, court referrals, and the traveling public resulting in tort liability or employee grievances for the department. Errors in judgment could also result in civil and/or criminal liability for the supervisor. Need to exercise judgment in determining job needs including (but not limited to) safety and in meeting emergency field situations.elations-Construction and General Safety Orders. Knowledge of methods of landscape maintenance used in highway planting and irrigation.
Ability: Plan and give directions at a level required for successful job performance; organize, conduct, and evaluate safety training programs; analyze grade and slope status; install and evaluate retaining walls; interpret blueprints; detect unsafe working conditions; follow oral, and/or written instructions; communicate clearly over a two-way radio system and keep simple records. Must have administration abilities and be able to maintain monthly expenditures of equipment usage, material usage, personnel hours and record keeping.
Analytical: Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. The ability to establish and maintain order, while treating subordinates, co-workers and court referrals in a respectful, professional manner. Analytical ability is required to plan, budget determine equipment needs and schedule the work of others. As a job is in progress, incumbent must continually assess weather conditions, traffic, equipment breakdowns, etc., and adjust planned work accordingly, including emergencies when quick thinking is essential. Prepare correspondence, clear and comprehensive reports, and communicate effectively.
Benefits
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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:
Leah Seale
(949) 969-5051
leah.seale@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Debra Cline
(714) 413-1172
s151107@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 Application 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-520696), PARF# 12-26-0140 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.
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