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About Caltrans

Caltrans manages more than 50,000 miles of California's highway and freeway lanes, provides inter-city rail services, permits more than 400 public-use airports and special-use hospital heliports, and works with local agencies. Caltrans carries out its mission with six primary programs: Aeronautics, Highway Transportation, Mass Transportation, Transportation Planning, Administration and the Equipment Service Center.  Caltrans 2020-2024 Strategic Plan (PDF)

Vision

A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network.

Mission

Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment.

Values

  • Engagement
    We inspire and motivate one another through effective communication, collaboration, teamwork, and partnership.
  • Equity
    We strive to eliminate disparities while improving outcomes for all.
  • Innovation
    We are empowered to seek creative solutions and take informed risks.
  • Integrity
    We promote trust and accountability through our consistent and ethical actions.
  • Pride
    As one Caltrans family, we are proud of our work and strive for excellence in public service.

Goals

  • Safety first 
  • Cultivate excellence 
  • Enhance and connect the multimodal transportation network 
  • Strengthen stewardship and drive efficiency 
  • Lead climate action
  • Advance equity and livability in all communities
Dec 06, 2024
Full time
JC-459146 - Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker - Mendocino County
$3,983 - $4,723 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Caltrans Highway Maintenance Worker   Classification: CALTRANS HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER $3,983.00 - $4,723.00   # of Positions: Multiple   Work Location: Mendocino County   Telework: In Office   Job Type: Permanent, Full Time   Facility: California Department of Transportation   Working under the close supervision of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, and functional guidance from a Caltrans Highway Maintenance Leadworker, the incumbent operates light vehicles and equipment requiring a Class C driver’s license used by the Fence & Guardrail crew and works individually or with the crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work. Heavy manual labor required. 50% of the time may be mandated to work out of town on ‘per diem’. Incumbent will also be working with...
Dec 06, 2024
Full time
JC-459166 - Caltrans Equipment Operator II - Mendocino County
$4,741 - $5,949 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Caltrans Equipment Operator II   Classification: CALTRANS EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II $4,741.00 - $5,949.00   # of Positions: Multiple   Work Location: Mendocino County   Telework: In Office   Job Type: Permanent, Full Time   Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor (CMS) or designee, incumbent operates equipment identified as Category 1 and Category 2 used by the assigned unit. Works individually or with a crew performing tasks related to highway maintenance work.   When not operating equipment, accomplish tasks normally performed by the assigned unit including but not limited to paving, shoulder grading, mowing, ditch cleaning, dig outs, pavement patching, repair or replacement of guide markers, signs, fence and guardrail, clean culverts, traffic control, litter removal, maintenance of...
Dec 05, 2024
Full time
JC-459048 - Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice (HEMA) - Los Angeles County
$3,548 - $4,813 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice (HEMA)   Classification:   HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC APPRENTICE, CALTRANS $3,548.00 - $4,223.00 A $3,703.00 - $4,402.00 B $3,868.00 - $4,594.00 C $4,030.00 - $4,813.00 D   # of Positions: Multiple ' Work Location:   Los Angeles County   Telework:   In Office   Job Type:   Permanent, Full Time   While working for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Division of Equipment (DOE) and under close supervision from a CT Highway Mechanic Supervisor as an indentured apprentice, employee learns and performs progressively skilled work in the repair and maintenance of heavy highway equipment and automotive equipment. This three-year apprentice-training program is intended to qualify the candidate to compete for journey level status as a Caltrans (CT)...
Dec 05, 2024
Full time
JC-457388 - Transportation Planner / Associate Transportation Planner - San Bernardino County
$7,115 - $8,911 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Transportation Planner / Associate Transportation Planner   Classification:   TRANSPORTATION PLANNER $4,784.00 - $5,435.00 A $4,935.00 - $5,882.00 B $5,918.00 - $7,411.00 C   Shall Consider: ASSOCIATE TRANSPORTATION PLANNER $7,115.00 - $8,911.00   # of Positions:   Multiple   Work Location:   San Bernardino County   Telework:   Hybrid   Job Type: Permanent, Full Time   Will Consider Associate Transportation Planner Under the general direction of the District Local Assistance Engineer (DLAE), Local Assistance Branch Chief, incumbent independently plans, organizes and performs a variety of complex transportation planning projects involving the administration of federal-aid and state-aid transportation funding programs to local agencies. The...
Dec 05, 2024
Full time
JC-458894 - Chief, Statewide Modeling Branch - Sacramento County
$11,104 - $13,898 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Chief, Statewide Modeling Branch   Classification:   SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS $11,104.00 - $13,898.00 A   # of Positions: Multiple   Work Location:   Sacramento County   Telework:   Hybrid   Job Type:   Permanent, Full Time   Under general direction of the Office Chief of Statewide Planning, a Principal Transportation Planner, the Senior Transportation Engineer, Branch Chief of Statewide Modeling, is responsible for creating and managing the Department's California Statewide Freight Forecasting and Travel Demand Model (CSF2TDM). The CSF2TDM is an estimate of current and future travel volume by mode used to inform Caltrans planning and project delivery work. The incumbent sets program objectives; defines business processes, program management, and investment pri-oritization; and is the...
Dec 05, 2024
Full time
JC-456116 - Branch Chief, Integration & Network Planning - Sacramento County
$8,425 - $10,469 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Branch Chief, Integration & Network Planning   Classification:   SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER $8,425.00 - $10,469.00 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:   Sacramento County   Telework:   Hybrid   Job Type:   Permanent, Full Time   Under the general direction of the Chief for the Office of Rail Planning in the Division of Rail, the Senior Transportation Planner manages rail network planning functions. This includes: development and administration of the California State Rail Plan and the state strategic service planning process, management and coordination of rail network integration activities and plans with partner agencies, other Caltrans Divisions, the...
Dec 05, 2024
Full time
JC-457766 - Chief, Fleet Management Program Branch - Sacramento County
$8,425 - $10,469 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Chief, Fleet Management Program Branch   Classification:   SENIOR TRANSPORTATION PLANNER $8,425.00 - $10,469.00 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:   Sacramento County   Telework:   Hybrid   Job Type:   Permanent, Full Time   Under the general direction of the Chief, Office of Assets & Equipment (OAE) in the Division of Rail (DOR), the Senior Transportation Planner as Chief, Fleet Management Branch, serves as the DOR fleet planning and project management support subject-matter expert for California passenger rail fleet planning and deployment as well as development, execution and management of associated contracts and agreements. The Senior Transportation...
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
JC-458486 - Heavy Equipment Mechanic - San Bernardino County
$5,445 - $6,527 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic   Classification:   CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC $5,445.00 - $6,527.00   # of Positions: Multiple   Work Location:   San Bernardino County   Telework: In Office   Job Type:   Permanent, Full Time   While working for the Caltrans Division of Equipment the incumbent will work under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or direction of a Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker. The incumbent will be working in a shop and/or field environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various equipment used in the Department's fleet. Completes various records and reports, uses computer equipment for various tasks. May assist in instructing or giving direction to helpers, apprentices or other employees.   Incumbent must possess...
Dec 03, 2024
Full time
JC-458705 - Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice (HEMA) - Alameda County
$3,548 - $5,277 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice (HEMA)   Classification:   HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC APPRENTICE, CALTRANS $3,548.00 - $4,223.00 A $3,703.00 - $4,402.00 B $3,868.00 - $4,594.00 C $4,030.00 - $4,813.00 D $4,208.00 - $5,044.00 E $4,408.00 - $5,277.00 F   # of Positions: Multiple   Work Location: Alameda County   Telework:   In Office   Job Type:   Permanent, Full Time   While working for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Division of Equipment (DOE) and under close supervision from a CT Highway Mechanic Supervisor as an indentured apprentice, employee learns and performs progressively skilled work in the repair and maintenance of heavy highway equipment and automotive equipment. This three-year apprentice-training program is intended to qualify the candidate to compete...
Nov 13, 2024
Full time
JC-456805 - CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Nevada County
$5,445 - $6,527 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: CT Heavy Equipment Mechanic   Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC $5,445.00 - $6,527.00   # of Positions: Multiple   Work Location: Nevada County   Telework: In Office   Job Type: Permanent Intermittent - 1500 Hours     While working for the Caltrans Division of Equipment the incumbent will work under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or direction of a Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker. The incumbent will be working in a shop and/ or field environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various equipment used in the Department's fleet. Completes various records and reports, uses computer equipment for various tasks. May assist in instructing or giving direction to helpers, apprentices or other employees. Incumbent must possess a valid class C...
Nov 08, 2024
Full time
JC-456257 - Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Ventura County
$5,445 - $6,527 monthly
CalTrans CA, USA
Working Title: Heavy Equipment Mechanic   Classification: CALTRANS HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC $5,445.00 - $6,527.00   # of Positions: Multiple   Work Location: Ventura County   Telework: In Office   Job Type: Permanent, Full Time   While working for the Caltrans Division of Equipment the incumbent will work under the direction of a Highway Mechanic Supervisor and/or direction of a Caltrans Heavy Equipment Mechanic Leadworker. The incumbent will be working in a shop and/or field environment, constructing, inspecting, diagnosing, repairing and servicing various equipment used in the Department's fleet. Completes various records and reports, uses computer equipment for various tasks. May assist in instructing or giving direction to helpers, apprentices or other employees.   Incumbent must possess a valid class C driver...