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Street Maintenance Worker I/II (20754330)

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The City of Daly City

Daly City, CA (In Person)

$77,016 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 days ago (Updated 2 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/4/2026

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Home City of Daly City Street Maintenance Worker I/II Street Maintenance Worker I/II (20754330) Category Public Works Maintenance Region San Francisco/Peninsula Job Type Full-Time Close Date 7/15/2026 at 5pm or until 200 applicants Salary $5,793.00-$7,043.00 Monthly Additional Questionnaires Pre-qualification About Daly City The City of Daly City, "Gateway" to the San Francisco Peninsula, stretches from the Pacific Ocean to San Francisco Bay and is strategically located minutes from downtown San Francisco and SF International Airport. Daly City is one of the most ethnically-diverse cities in the nation and most populous cities in San Mateo County with 105,000+ residents. Daly City has over 500 full time employees to deliver the full range of municipal services. Please review the special instructions before applying for this job opportunity. Location Daly City, 94015 Description Applications will be accepted for this position until Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.
Written Exam:
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Oral Exam:
TBD ABOUT THE POSITION
The Street Maintenance Worker I/II position supports the maintenance and repair of public infrastructure such as streets, sidewalks, curbs, and drainage systems. Duties include asphalt and concrete work, operating and maintaining equipment, installing traffic control devices, assisting with traffic safety, responding to emergencies, and performing routine inspections. This role requires a willingness to learn basic maintenance practices, follow safety standards, and work both independently and as part of a team in physically demanding outdoor conditions, with exposure to weather, heavy lifting, and occasional overtime or emergency call-outs. Possession of a valid Class "A" or Class "B" California Driver's License with a tank endorsement is required, or the ability to obtain one within twelve (12) months.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled task in the construction, maintenance, repair, and painting of streets, sidewalks, signs, storm drains, parking meters, non-electrical traffic control devises, and related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Street Maintenance Worker I:
This is the entry-level class in the Street Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class will usually perform most of the duties required of the Street Maintenance Workers II, however, as compared to the Street Maintenance Worker II, is not expected to function at the same skill level and will usually exercise less independent direction and judgment on matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits a pattern that has been established and explained before the work starts. Generally, changes in procedures or exceptions are explained in detail as they arise. Under the flexible staffing concept, Street Maintenance Worker II positions that become vacant may reasonably be filled at the Street Maintenance Worker I or Utility Maintenance Worker level for training purposes.
Street Maintenance Worker II:
This is the journey level class in the Street Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and normally filled by advancement from the Street Maintenance Worker I class, or when filled from the outside require prior experience in the construction, maintenance, repair, and painting of streets, sidewalks, signs, storm drains, parking meters, and non-electrical traffic control devices. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially the full range of street maintenance duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. and requires the ability to work independently, exercising judgment and initiative, and may provide supervision to Street Maintenance Worker personnel as a crew leader. Duties will require the ability to operate the full range of tools and mechanical equipment related to a specific assignment. A Street Maintenance Worker II who is designated by his/her supervisor to operate the power driven street sweeper used in street and gutter cleaning is required to change and adjust sweeper brooms, perform minor servicing to the sweeper, lubricate and maintain the street sweeper in good repair. Incumbents may provide training to new sweeper operators. While on street sweeping duties an employee's normal workday can begin as early as 3:30AM.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Assists in and performs maintenance, repair, legend and stripe painting and construction of street pavement, sidewalks, signs, storm drains, parking meters, and non-electrical traffic control devices. As an individual or member of a work crew, patches and resurfaces streets using ready-mix asphalt, crushed rock, concrete, and other paving materials; builds, installs, and repairs catch basins and storm drains, gutters, culverts, curbs and sidewalks; repairs, and installs parking meters; ; uses pneumatic tools in digging trenches; mixes and pours concrete and builds rough forms; cleans and clears storm drain lines, catch basins, and removes debris; operates street sweeper, tractor, loader; cleans and repairs tools and equipment; installs sweeper brooms; and answers emergency calls.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities including: hazards associated with street maintenance work and proper safety precautions; traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in truck and heavy equipment operations; purposes and uses of a variety of vehicles, equipment, power tools and hand tools including motorized, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment; standards relating to installation, location and required maintenance of traffic signs and pavement markings; properties of backfill materials, construction materials, concrete, asphalt, hot patch, cold patch, oils, paints, and a variety of other materials used in maintenance work; equipment, methods, and materials used in the installation, repair, maintenance, and cleaning of storm drains lines and related facilities; pipefitting and cement work; preparation and operation of spray painting equipment; methods of fabricating and installing street signs and thermal plastic street markings/legends; and basic traffic laws of the California Motor Vehicle Code. A Street Maintenance Worker II who is designated by his/her supervisor to operate the power driven street sweeper is required to have knowledge in both the operation and maintenance of power-operate street sweepers and the ability to read and interpret street sweeping route maps.
Ability to:
Perform skilled maintenance, construction, and repair work in the area of work assigned; perform heavy manual tasks; to work safely and adhere to established safety principles and practices; to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public; to work effectively in the absence of close supervision; to operate a variety of vehicles and equipment in a safe and effective manner; to read and interpret basic maps and blueprints; to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Locate, detect cause, and correct storm drain stoppages; detect and perform minor repairs and adjustments to storm drain infrastructure; safely operate vehicles within the California Motor Vehicle Code; report to work in response to after hour emergencies; and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.
Physical Capability to:
Perform moderate, and sometimes strenuous, sustained manual labor; walk, climb, lift, crouch or crawl, stoop and bend to reach work; work safely in confined spaces; regularly use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; work outdoors in temperature extremes and inclement weather.
Experience:
Street Maintenance Worker I, entry-level: one (1) year, full-time, paid experience in construction, maintenance, or other semi-skilled, physical work.
Education:
Street Maintenance Worker I, entry-level: completion of the tenth grade. Graduation from high school or the equivalent is desirable and required to advance to Level II in the classification series.
License:
Street Maintenance Worker I and II:
1-Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License including acceptable driving record. 2- Possession of a valid Class "A' or Class "B" California Driver's License with a tank endorsement or acquire the Class "A' or Class "B" California Driver's License with a tank endorsement within twelve (12) months of hire date and have an acceptable driving record. 3-Possession of a Wastewater Collection System Maintenance Certification Grade I issued by the California Water Environment Association is desirable. Supplemental Assignment Pay Employees in the classification of Street Maintenance Worker II who are designated by their supervisor to operate the Street Sweeper shall receive supplemental assignment pay at the rate of 6% above their regular pay range.
Job PDF:
SMW I-II
job bulletin 2026- FINAL.pdf
Ideal Candidate Experience:
Street Maintenance Worker I, entry-level: one (1) year, full-time, paid experience in construction, maintenance, or other semi-skilled, physical work.
Education:
Street Maintenance Worker I, entry-level: completion of the tenth grade. Graduation from high school or the equivalent is desirable and required to advance to Level II in the classification series.
License:
Street Maintenance Worker I and II:
1-Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License including acceptable driving record. 2-Possession of a valid Class "A' or Class "B" California Driver's License with a tank endorsement or acquire the Class "A' or Class "B" California Driver's License with a tank endorsement within twelve (12) months of hire date and have an acceptable driving record. 3-Possession of a Wastewater Collection System Maintenance Certification Grade I issued by the California Water Environment Association is desirable. Benefits
GENERAL BENEFITS SUMMARY
A.F.S.C.M.E., Local 919 Effective December 1, 2022 I
HEALTH & WELFARE A.
Section 125
Options:
Unreimbursed Medical Expenses and Dependent Care Plans available to all eligible full-time employees. B. Wage Supplements Effective November 1, 2023 the City's monthly contribution towards the Cafeteria/Flexible benefits wage supplement shall be: No Coverage $500.00 Employee Only 100% of Employee Only CalPERS Kaiser Rate Employee + 1 95% of Employee +1 CalPERS Kaiser Rate Employee+ Family 95% of Employee + Family CalPERS Kaiser Rate From the Wage Supplement Dollars, employees must purchase the following qualified benefits: City-sponsored dental/orthodontic insurance Maximum annual dental benefit $2,500 Non-PPO/ $2,600 PPO Maximum lifetime orthodontia $2,500 Monthly premium of $141.10 effective 1/1/2025 City-sponsored life insurance ($50,000) Monthly premium at the current coverage rate of $0.225 per $1K. C.
City-sponsored Short/Long Term Disability Insurance Monthly Premium:
$35.00
City Pays:
$26.50 per employee
Employee Pays:
$ 8.50 ($4.25 biweekly for 24 pay periods) D. Vision Reimbursement Plan Employees and their dependents are eligible for a maximum of $200.00 per year per family for frames or lenses. The reimbursement may be requested every 12 months.
II RETIREMENT - PERS 3
% At Age 60 3% @ Age 60 for Classic Members Effective 01/01/2013; Third Level of 1959 Survivor Benefit, One Year Final compensation, annual cost of living allowance (3%); Pre-Retirement Optional Settlement 2 Death Benefit. 2% @ Age 62 for New Members Effective 01/01/2013; Three Year Final Compensation Employer contribution: 43.10% effective 7/01/25 Employee contribution: 8.00% for Classic and New Members The City pays 0% of employee contribution. In lieu, the City provides 414h, a one-time, irrevocable option for employee to elect to have his or her mandated PERS member contribution picked up by the City. Electing this option authorizes the City to designate the mandatory contribution on a tax-deferred basis.
III EDUCATION EXPENSES
Employees may be reimbursed for educational expenses with prior department head approval and with proof of successful completion of the course.
IV STANDBY PAY
$50 daily standby rate to eligible employees.
V SAFETY FOOTWEAR ALLOWANCE
Reimbursement up to $350.00 as needed to eligible employees for the purchase and/or repair and maintenance of safety footwear (including socks, boot laces, and inserts). Employee may select type of footwear and must obtain advance approval of the Department Head. Employees receiving such reimbursement are required to wear the approved footwear at all times while on duty.
Eligible classifications are:
Building Inspector Lead Meter Reader Building Maintenance Worker I/II Lead Groundskeeper Garener Lead Public Works Maint Worker Certified Tree Worker Lead Street Maintenance WOrker Lead Traffic Signal Street Light Tech Chief Mechanic Mechanic Civil Engineer II Meter Reader Custodian Public Works Inspector Electrician Senior Building Inspector Engineer I Senior Building Maintenance Worker Engineering Technician Street Maintenance Worker I/II Equipment Operator/Project Lead Senior Engineering Technician Groundskeeper/Gardener I/II Street Sweeper Operator Junior Engineering Technician Traffic Signal Street Light Technician Utility Maintenance Worker
VI CLOTHING
Employees required to wear uniforms shall be required to wear them at all times while on duty. A.
Coveralls:
The City will provide coveralls to employees in the following classifications: Building Inspector Building Maintenance Worker I/II Chief Mechanic Junior Engineering Technician Groundskeeper/Gardener I/II Lead Groundskeeper Gardener Lead Public Workers Maintenance Worker Lead Street Maintenance Worker Mechanic Mechanic's Helper Senior Building Inspector Senior Building Maintenance Worker Street Maintenance Worker I/II Street Sweeper Operator Utility Maintenance Worker
VII DAMAGED CLOTHING REIMBURSEMENT
Clothing reimbursement pool provides up to a maximum of $150 per year to eligible employees for clothing damaged in the line of duty and replaced by the employee subject to Department Head approval. The $150 clothing reimbursement pool will not carry over from one fiscal year to the next. Eligible employees are those who hold position classifications of: Building Inspector Engineering Technician Engineering Aide Senior Engineering Technician
VIII TOOL REPLACEMENT ALLOWANCE
City provides employees who work in the City Garage and hold one of the eligible classifications noted below, reimbursement up to $500 maximum per employee each year for the replacement of lost or broken tools normally used in the Garage. Reimbursement is made only upon presentation of receipts and purchase request must have prior approval by the Motor Vehicle Supervisor. Unused amounts may not be carried over to the following year. Mechanic Chief Mechanic
IX SUPPLEMENTAL ASSIGNMENT PAY
Employees who are designated by their department and assigned to operate a vehicle(s) requiring a valid Class A California driver's license shall receive supplemental assignment pay at the rate of $145.00 a month. Irrigation Specialist (Parks) $100/month Sheriff Work Program Supervisor (Parks) $100/month QAC (Qualified Applicator Certificate) (Parks) $100/month Playground Inspector $150/month Fire Mechanic (Mechanics) $100/month Safe Food Handling (Recreation) $50/month Certified Arborist (Parks) $100/month Fleet ASE Master Auto Technician (Mechanics) $200/month Traffic Signal Street Light Technician & Lead Traffic Street Light Technician- Level III Certificate $100/month Signs & Pavement Certificate $100/month Effective 9/30/23, the current amount of certification pay from a flat dollar amount will be converted to a percentage and implemented as follows. At no time will a member's total amount of certification pay exceed 15% of base pay: Employees in the classifications of Street Maintenance Worker I/II, Lead Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets) and Street Sweeper Operator will be eligible for certification/educational pay for possession of California Water Environment Association Certificate (CWEA) as follows (Effective 9/30/23 the incentive pay increased to 5% per grade up to 20%): Certification Grade 16% max
CWEA 1 4
% 2 4% 3 4% 4 4% Per Resolution 89-355 Building Inspector and Senior Building Inspect Classifications are eligible for holding ICBO certification in each area of inspection services for which they are responsible as follows (Effective 9/30/23 the incentive pay increased to 3% per certificate up to 15%.): Certification Category Incentive Pay Plans Examiner 2% of base salary Building Inspector 2% of base salary Electrical Inspector 2% of base salary Plumbing Inspector 2% of base salary Mechanical Inspector 2% of base salary
XI TWO HOURS PERSONAL LEAVE
The City provides affected employees two hours of personal leave to be taken at any time during the calendar year that is agreeable to the employee and the employee's department head in lieu of the employee taking two hours of holiday time off on the Friday before Easter. Said two hours personal leave shall be taken each year pursuant to the above conditions and shall not accrue from year to year. XII Retiree Health Benefits The retiree health benefit for all employees hired on or after November 14, 2022 shall be limited to the PEMHCA minimum. For employees hired on or after November 14, 2022, the City shall contribute $50 per month to the current Mission Square retiree health savings account.
XIII HOLIDAYS
12 paid holidays per year
XIV VACATION
Employees accrue vacation days after completion of service years reflected below. New hires are eligible to use accrued vacation during their probationary period upon approval of their department head or designee. Years of Service # Days Completed Received 1 through 4 13 5 through 12 18 13 through 20 23 21 or more 28 XV
SICK LEAVE
Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 12 working days per year. Pay out of one-half of employee's total accrued sick leave hours applies ONLY at retirement, death, or abolishment of position for employees hired before January 1, 2020.
XVI MILEAGE
Effective January 1, 2025, reimbursement rate is 70 cents per mile.
XVII AFFECTED CLASSIFICATIONS
- Civil Service Building Inspector Building Maintenance Worker I/II Building Permit Technician Certified Tree Worker Chief Mechanic Civil Engineer II Custodian Electrician Engineer I Engineering Technician Groundskeeper/Gardener I/II Junior Engineering Technician Lead Groundskeeper/Gardener Lead Meter Reader Lead Public Works Maintenance Worker Lead Street Maintenance Worker Lead Traffic Signal Street Light Technician Librarian I Librarian II Librarian III Library Assistant I Library Assistant II Library Assistant III Mechanic Mechanic's Helper Meter Reader Recreation Services Coordinator Recreation Services Supervisor Senior Recreation Services Supervisor SeniorBuilding Inspector Senior Engineering Technician Senior Custodian Senior Recreation Services Supervisor Street Maintenance Worker I/II Street Sweeper Operator Traffic Signal/Street Light Technician Utility Maintenance Worker Special Instructions Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, July 15, 2026 Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.
Written Exam:
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Oral Exam:
TBD Recruitment Contact Contact phone: (650)991-8028 Contact email: hr@dalycity.org