CALTRANS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE LEADWORKER

State of California • Sacramento, CA

32d • Onsite

About The Position

Incumbents, under the direction of a Maintenance Supervisor or designee, operate vehicles requiring a valid Class B commercial drivers license with tank vehicle endorsement, and other construction equipment when qualified, Class A is desirable. Work with and assist in directing the work of a crew engaged in maintenance or construction work on highways and structures, provide on the job training to crew in various aspects of maintenance operations, ensures all policies and procedures are adhered to, file reports, make time sheet entries, order or purchase supplies and equipment, conduct safety meetings and best maintenance practice reviews.

Requirements

• 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.
• Possession of a valid driver's license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
• Possession of a valid Class B driver's license is required with tank endorsements (N).
• A valid Qualified Applicator Certificate is required per the classification specifications.
• The position(s) require(s) the possession of a Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC), Landscape Maintenance or Right-of-Way Pest Control Category, issued by the California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal-EPA), or the certification must be obtained prior to appointment.

Nice To Haves

• Class A commercial driver's license is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles requiring a valid Class B commercial drivers license with tank vehicle endorsement, and other construction equipment when qualified, Class A is desirable.
• Work with and assist in directing the work of a crew engaged in maintenance or construction work on highways and structures
• Provide on the job training to crew in various aspects of maintenance operations
• Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to
• File reports
• Make time sheet entries
• Order or purchase supplies and equipment
• Conduct safety meetings and best maintenance practice reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees