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SENIOR 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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SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL) Department of Parks & Recreation
JC-529115
•SENIOR
MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL)
SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL) $21.38•$25.74 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:
9/30/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties
SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL)• 
SAN LUIS OBISPO COAST DISTRICT / HEARST SAN SIMEON STATE HISTORICAL MONUMENT
 / HEARST CASTLE "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)." This is a great position for anyone interested in starting a career in Parks, and an incredible opportunity to work around and handle priceless works of art. The reporting location is at Hearst Castle, Hearst San Simeon, SHM, Collections Management Office on the Hilltop. This position works under the direction of the Museum Curator I with some supervision in daily activities by lead workers. Senior Maintenance Aides clean the interior of Casa Grande, three Guest Cottages, storage and exhibit areas, and artwork on the grounds. Duties include cleaning tasks that ensure public health and safety standards are maintained, museum housekeeping of the historic building, and care of the museum art collection. Specialized training is provided on site.

Senior Maintenance Aides also work as part of a team performing more technical work, assist conservators or work on special projects. Under supervision, duties may include helping with moving, storing, and packing works of art, set up and take down of special events and Holiday decorations, helping with the integrated pest management program, and temperature and humidity regulation. Employment is typically 3-4 days a week year-round. This position requires working weekends and holidays, hours are 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. You must purchase and wear a DPR uniform and conform to minimal grooming standards. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible. Must be able to read and write English, follow instructions, and work independently, ability to work with equipment and other tools appropriate for the job and willingness to work on ladders and scaffolding. The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment. State housing is not available. For further information please contact Michelle Chavez, (805)441-5332 Michelle.

Chavez@parks.ca.gov You will find additional information about the job in the . Working Conditions Requires the ability to access all areas of the facility throughout the workday, climb four floors approximately five times per day, lift up to 35 pounds, and climb a six-foot ladder. Daily duties require the incumbent to stand, sit, and walk with repetitive leg and arm movements and constant hand grasping and finger dexterity. May occasionally bend, reach forward and overhead, squat, and kneel. Frequent and prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting. Requires moderate physical work, moderate lifting, pushing, or pulling. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL) Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:
JC-529115
Position #(s): 549-742-0996-901
Working Title:
SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL)
Classification:
SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE
(SEASONAL) $21.38•$25.74 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:
San Luis Obispo County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Non-Tenured, Intermittent
Facility:
San Luis Obispo Coast 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 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:
9/30/2026