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How much do night shift caltrans jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for night shift caltrans in the United States is $22.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs pay $6,000 a month?

In California, jobs such as Night Shift Caltrans positions, including transportation engineers, heavy equipment operators, and maintenance supervisors, can pay around $6,000 or more per month depending on experience and certifications. These roles often require specialized skills, union membership, or overtime work, especially for night shifts. Other high-paying jobs in the state include certain healthcare, IT, and managerial positions, but Caltrans roles are notable for their consistent pay scale and benefits.

Is it hard to get hired by Caltrans?

Getting hired as a Night Shift Caltrans worker can be competitive, as the agency often requires relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and passing a series of tests and background checks. Candidates with skills in equipment operation, safety procedures, and good physical condition tend to have better chances. The hiring process may also involve interviews and assessments specific to the shift and job responsibilities.

What is the difference between Night Shift Caltrans vs Night Shift Highway Maintenance Worker?

AspectNight Shift CaltransNight Shift Highway Maintenance Worker
Required CredentialsCaltrans certification, driver’s license, safety trainingHigh school diploma, safety training, possibly CDL
Work EnvironmentHighways, construction zones, outdoor settingsRoadways, construction sites, outdoor environments
Employer & IndustryCalifornia Department of Transportation, state governmentPrivate contractors or government agencies, transportation sector
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Night Shift Caltrans workers primarily focus on highway maintenance, construction, and safety tasks for the California Department of Transportation, often requiring specific certifications. Night Shift Highway Maintenance Workers perform similar outdoor maintenance duties, often for private or public agencies. Both roles involve working outdoors during night hours on roadways, sharing similar credentials and work environments. The main difference lies in employer and specific job responsibilities.

Why does Caltrans work at night?

Caltrans workers, including those on night shifts, perform maintenance, repairs, and construction activities during nighttime hours to minimize traffic disruptions and ensure safety. Night work allows for less congestion on roads, making it easier to complete projects efficiently and safely with specialized skills and equipment. This schedule is common for highway maintenance crews to reduce impact on daytime traffic flow.

How much does Caltrans pay per hour?

Night Shift Caltrans workers typically earn between $20 and $30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and specific job duties. Overtime pay may also apply for hours worked beyond standard shifts, and employees often receive benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.
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Infographic showing various Night Shift Caltrans job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,528 per year, or $22.4 per hour.
Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker

Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker

Department of Transportation

Santa Ana, CA • On-site

$4.1K - $4.8K/mo

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


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Job description

Working under the supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent operates light vehicles and equipment requiring a valid Class C Driver's License used by assigned unit, and works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work; paving, mowing, ditch cleaning, dig outs, removes brush/undergrowth from highway right of way, pavement patching, repair or replacement of guide markers, signs, fence, guardrail, clean culverts, traffic control, litter pick up, maintenance of roadside rests, graffiti removal, makes minor repairs to and clean signs and markers. 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. This position is represented under collective bargaining.
PARF# 07-26-0483 / JC-523308
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker 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
Positions located at 5660 Reseda Blvd, Tarzana, CA - 91356, Los Angeles County
Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment
The incumbent works in a wide range of sometimes extreme-conditions, including heat up to 120 degrees, cold to -15 degrees, strong winds, rain, sleet, and snow.
During the winter months the workweek is normally 5/8-hour days. The scheduling of the 5/8 days is at the discretion of the Region Management. incumbent may be scheduled to work the night shift as needed to meet operational needs with proper advance notice as per the Bargaining Unit 12, Memorandum of Understanding.
Incumbent may be requested to work scheduled and/or emergency overtime due to storms, callback, special work projects, or to meet operational needs. Overtime will be assigned per the Bargaining Unit 12, Memorandum of Understanding.
Personal safety requirements include but are not limited to (as per Injury and Illness Prevention Program):
A.Appropriate footwear, in good and sturdy condition, must be worn.
B.Either long or short-sleeved shirts provided by Caltrans, or a safety vest is to be worn over non-safety shirts or coats.
C.Long pants. No shorts or cutoffs.
D.Provided safety gear such as hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection devices, face shields, gloves, respirators, chaps, or other safety gear must be worn when required by the Department, including hazmat conditions and/or incidents when required.
Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
  • CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER
Additional Documents
  • Job Application Package Checklist
  • Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-523308
Position #(s):
907-710-6287-918
Working Title:
Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker
Classification:
CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER $4,102.00 - $4,865.00
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:
Los Angeles 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
  • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
  • The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
  • The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
  • This classification requires a valid unrestricted class C driver's license.
  • 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 web sites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birth dates 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: 7/17/2026
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-523308
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 District 7 Los Angeles
Caltrans DHR Contact - JC-523308 - MS 50 (DHR)
100 S. Main Street
Los Angeles , CA 90012
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.
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:
Brian Lezama
(213) 407-7833
brian.lezama@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Laura Huynh
(213) 518-1534
laura.huynh@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-523308), PARF# 07-26-0483 and title of the position (Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker) 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.

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