Join the crew that keeps the city safe, clean, and running smoothly! The City of Moreno Valley is now hiring for a Maintenance Worker I/II, depending on qualifications.
Maintenance Worker I pay range:
$22.77
- $32.06 Hourly $47,361.60
- $66,684.80 Annually Maintenance Worker II pay range: $26.37
- $37.12 Hourly $54,849.60
- $77,209.
60 Annually A 2% base salary increase is scheduled to take effect in the first full pay period beginning after July 1, 2026 . Applications will be accepted until the first 100 are received or until Wednesday, June 24, 2026, whichever comes first.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Maintenance Worker I/II is a journey-level position within the Public Works Department, responsible for performing a full range of maintenance and repair duties across specialized crews, including street maintenance, concrete repair, and graffiti removal. Working under general supervision, the incumbent operates a wide array of tools and mechanical equipment, completes assigned tasks with minimal oversight, and may provide functional guidance to lower-level staff. This role plays a key part in maintaining the City's infrastructure, including streets, sidewalks, and storm drains, through hands-on work such as asphalt patching, concrete finishing, and graffiti abatement. While not responsible for supervising crews, the Maintenance Worker I/II is expected to demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and a strong commitment to public service and safety.
JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Find additional information in the Maintenance Worker I & Maintenance Worker II job descriptions.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Our ideal candidate for the Maintenance Worker I/II position is a reliable and skilled individual with either one year (for level I) or two years (for level II) of experience in public works-related construction or maintenance. They should possess a valid California driver's license and be able to obtain a Class B driver's license with the necessary endorsements. The candidate must demonstrate proficiency in semi-skilled and skilled tasks, including street and sidewalk maintenance, graffiti removal, and the operation of various maintenance and construction equipment. Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, effective communication, and physical stamina for outdoor work in varying weather conditions are essential.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS MWI
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school or G.E.D equivalent; and one year of skilled part-time experience in public works-related construction or maintenance work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
MWI:
A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy. A Class B driver's license with Air Brakes, Passenger, and Tanker Endorsements is required before the conclusion of the probationary period.
MWII:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school or G.E.D equivalent; and two years of skilled experience in public works-related construction or maintenance work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
MWII:
A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance policy. A Class B driver's license is required. Previous City or Public Sector experience is highly desirable.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Maintenance Worker I is the entry-level and training class in the Maintenance Worker series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of streets, curbs, gutters, storm drains, and sidewalks, as well as graffiti removal. Incumbents in this class are expected to be promoted to the Maintenance Worker II level upon meeting the minimum qualifications and performance standards for the II level classification. Maintenance Worker II is the full journey-level class within the public works Maintenance Worker class series. Under general supervision, an incumbent performs the full range of assigned duties in the street maintenance, concrete repair, and graffiti removal crews, including the ability to work independently, exercise judgment and initiative, and operate the full range of tools and mechanical equipment related to a specific assignment. Incumbents may exercise functional and technical supervision over lower-level maintenance staff. Maintenance Worker II is further distinguished from the Lead Maintenance Worker in that incumbents in the latter class are assigned tasks requiring higher levels of skill and experience. Provides lead work direction, training, and assistance to Maintenance Workers. Appointments to the II level require that the employee be performing the full range of duties assigned to the class.
THE MAINTENANCE & OPERATIONS DIVISION
The Maintenance and Operations Division maintains the City's streets, curb and gutters, sidewalks, residential trees in the right-of-way, medians, catch basins and drainage facilities, street sweeping, and graffiti removal. For more information on the Maintenance & Operations Division, please click here .
THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
The Mission of the Public Works Department is to manage and maximize Moreno Valley's public infrastructure investment to enhance the quality of life today, while striving to develop and implement innovative solutions for tomorrow. The services include land development, street and median maintenance, transportation, traffic signals, tree trimming, capital project engineering, signing and striping, drainage, stormwater, bridges, and graffiti removal. For more information on the Public Works Department, please click here .
