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State of California

MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL)

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A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.

$45,186 / year median in California

+8% projected growth

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MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL) Department of Parks & Recreation
JC-526737
•MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL)
MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL) $17.43•$21.18 per Hour New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
8/12/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties
MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL)•
MONTEREY DISTRICT / ASILOMAR SECTOR
"Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program)." The primary reporting location is Asilomar sector, but the position may be required to work at other locations throughout the sector as assigned and based on operational need. This position works under the supervision of the Park Maintenance Chief I. The Maintenance Aide is assigned to the Asilomar sector maintenance program. This is an excellent entry level opportunity to get your foot in the door with California State Parks! If you are interested in starting a career with the Department or just looking to work outdoors, look no further. You will be joining an established maintenance team and have opportunities to perfect and learn new skills in building maintenance, grounds maintenance, carpentry, and operation of small equipment and tools. Primary responsibilities are housekeeping duties including, but not limited to, cleaning restrooms, trash pick-up, graffiti removal, sand removal, and litter pick-up. This is a uniformed position, and the hired employee must abide by all applicable departmental uniform and grooming standards. This position can work 189 days in a 12 consecutive month period or a maximum of 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months per California Code of Regulation 265.1. This position is designated as not telework eligible. The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment. Possession of a valid driver's license of the appropriate class and a safe driving record as documented by the Department of Motor Vehicles within 60 days prior to appointment. (A safe driving record is one free from convictions in the past two years for repeated moving violations or a single serious violation, such as drunk driving or reckless driving.) State housing Is not available. For more information, please contact Andrea Sinkler-Kim at 831-238-3324 or Andrea.

Sinkler-Kim@parks.ca.gov. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Staff may experience working in inclement weather conditions. May be required to travel to work site areas which may include trails, urban locations, unpaved roads, etc. Must be willing to work a day shift or swing shift, weekends, and holidays. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:
JC-526737
Position #(s): 549-727-0987-901
Working Title:
MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL)
Classification:
MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL) $17.43•$21.18 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:
Monterey County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Non-Tenured, Intermittent
Facility:
Monterey District Department Information The mission of California State Parks is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation. All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.
Department Website:
http://www.parks.ca.gov 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 Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.) Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date:
8/12/2026