This posting states its location as Riverside County rather than a street address. The work is assigned within that county.

Under the direction of a Caltrans Maintenance Supervisor, the Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker on 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 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 call-outs. May be loaned to other cost centers. This position is represented under collective bargaining.

PARF# 08-27-0184 / JC-537809

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Working Conditions

Position located at 18745 Conard Ave Lake Elsinore, CA 92532  Riverside County

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

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.

Qualifications

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 valid Class B commercial driver's license, with Tank Vehicle (N) endorsement.
• 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). The certification must be obtained prior to appointment.
• 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: or
• Please redact birthdates and social security numbers

This position is subject to the Post & Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer, change-in-class, reinstatement, re-employment, and/or training and development assignment will be accepted for this position but may not be considered unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.:

• The statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing
• Please follow the instructions below
• failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview
• Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below
• The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for CalTrans is Chuck Callahan.