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State of California

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

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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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Job Description

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-528535

•PARK

MAINTENANCE WORKER I

PARK

MAINTENANCE WORKER I

$3,984.00

•$5,195.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

9/11/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

•ORANGE

COAST DISTRICT / NORTH SECTOR / HUNTINGTON STATE BEACH

This classification is subject to the Post and Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer change in class, reinstatement, re-employment, and training and development assignment candidates will be accepted for this position but consistent with the MOU/Bargaining Agreement BU12/13 contract cannot be acted upon unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire. The incumbent's work schedule will be Tuesday to Saturday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The reporting location for this position is Huntington State Beach. This position will work under the supervision of the Park Maintenance Supervisor. The Park Maintenance Worker I will perform facility maintenance duties, refuse disposal duties, and maintain the inventory of housekeeping supplies. The incumbent will be a lead person to Park Maintenance Assistant and Maintenance Aide (Seasonal) employees. Additional duties include participating in facility maintenance projects, operating and maintaining a variety of vehicles, equipment, and tools used in maintenance and housekeeping operations and performing semi-skilled maintenance as required. The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment. Possession of a valid Class C driver's license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver's license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver's license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application. State Housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, contact Kaluna Mahi at (714) 887-3857 or at Kaluna.



Mahi@parks.ca.gov. Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in

CCR 599.962.

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting. Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025).

PLP 2025

directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for

PLP 2025

leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of

PLP 2025

leave credits are determined by the position's assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here. You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Typical work activities involve frequent periods of bending, stooping, and lifting. Perform indoor and outdoor work often in inclement weather. Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-528535

Position #(s): 549-926-6767-008

Working Title:
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I
Classification:
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

$3,984.00

•$5,195.00

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:

Orange County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Orange Coast District

Work Shift:

6:00 AM

•2:30 PM

Work Week:

Tuesday to Saturday 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.)

SROA/SURPLUS
Applicants:

You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document. 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:

9/11/2026