Great work environment - Transportation Engineer Caltrans Employee Review

5.0
Jul 26, 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Easy pace that encourages learning from knowledgeable professionals. Plenty of paid time off and flexible telecommuting schedules.

Cons

Salary is good but lower than private industry(after accounting for year end bonuses and/or profit sharing) but in return you get top tier benefits across the board. Promoting up may also take longer than what you would expect in the private industry.

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5.0
Jun 19, 2026
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Pros

You'll learn a lot, good place to start as an ITA..

Cons

The pay for state might not be that great.

4.0
Jul 13, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Large company, excellent benefits, growth opportunities via training & development.

Cons

Government agency, meaning raises go away based on CA climate.

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