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The public works department is currently hiring one (1) Full-Time Maintenance Worker II - Streets position. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.
Tentative Interview Date:
Thursday, August 27, 2026 THE
CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY
The City of Fountain Valley is nestled in the heart of Orange County. With approximately 57,000 residents, the City is only 7 miles from the beach with countless restaurants, entertainment venues, shopping centers, and Disneyland within a 15-mile radius of the City, providing many options for a rich work-life balance.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The City of Fountain Valley Public Works Department is seeking one (1) Full-Time Maintenance Worker II - Streets to join our team! This position p erforms a variety of manual, semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of a variety of Public Works streets, sidewalks and traffic signs, and performs other duties as assigned.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDE
4/10 Schedule (Off Fridays) An incredible retirement / pension: CalPERS (2%@60 for Classic or 2%@62 for PEPRA) Flex dollars for CalPERS medical HMO/PPO plans Matching deferred compensation contribution (up to $225 per month) City-paid long-term disability insurance Generous leave accruals 11 paid holidays, including one floating holiday
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Assists in the removal, replacement and overlay of a variety of asphalt concrete, street and highway sections. Maintain, repair and install traffic signs, markings and street striping. Remove, form, pour and finish Portland cement concrete sidewalks, curbs, gutters and other concrete structures. Operate jack hammers, compressors, grinding machines, saw cutting machines, water blaster, crack fillers, and other power equipment. Perform preventative maintenance on streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, traffic signs and delineation. Remove graffiti utilizing power equipment and/or chemicals. Perform strenuous manual work as required, including digging, back-filling of trenches, etc.
EDUCATION
High school graduation or equivalent. College coursework with an emphasis in maintenance, and/or construction maintenance is highly desirable.
EXPERIENCE
At least one (1) year of previous maintenance experience in the repair, rehabilitation and construction including streets, sidewalk, curb and gutter, and traffic signs, preferably in a municipal setting OR At least six (6) months of experience as a Maintenance Worker I with the City of Fountain Valley.
LICENSE REQUIRED
A valid California Class C Driver's License is required to perform the essential functions of the job. A Class "A" or "B" Commercial Driver's License for manual transmissions with tanker and air brake endorsements is highly desirable. Maintain, at all times, the license required for this job description. This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills and abilities associated with the position. For further details, please click on the following link to access the full class specification for Maintenance Worker II . To be considered for this opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete your application and consider having your profile created and/or updated before applying for the position. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. If you require technical assistance , please review the Government Jobs Online Employment Application Guide or contact their toll-free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer, or browser used to submit the application.
QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RECRUITMENT SHOULD BE SENT TO HR
@fountainvalley.gov .
SELECTION PROCESS
: The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, written test, performance exam, and/or oral interview. The employment application and supplemental questions will be evaluated based on the employment standards and minimum qualifications listed above.
IMPORTANT SELECTION INFORMATION
All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully completing all components of the pre-employment process which may include but is not limited to: reference checks, background investigation, credit check, California Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprinting), and pre-employment medical examination.
EEO/ADA STATEMENT
The City of Fountain Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodations during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance of the test date.
NOTE:
The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.
