Coyote Point Marina Park Aide - Extra Help

County of San Mateo; California (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

An environmental service organization in California seeks a Seasonal Park Aide to perform maintenance tasks at Coyote Point Marina. Responsibilities include cleaning facilities, assisting with dock repairs, and processing transactions. Ideal applicants should possess skills in communication, maintenance, and operation of power tools. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and hold a valid driver's license. This position offers flexibility in scheduling, including weekends and holidays. Apply online as recruitment is continuous.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old at the date of hire.
• Candidates must have a valid California driver’s license.
• Ability to swim unaided in open water.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine park duties like cleaning and maintenance.
• Assist with dock repairs and emergency responses.
• Interact with boat owners and process payments.

Skills

Cleaning and maintenance skills

Communication skills

Ability to operate power tools

Customer service skills

Tools

Power tools

Motor vehicles

Job description

San Mateo County Parks Department is recruiting for a Seasonal Park Aide to work primarily at Coyote Point Marina. The Park Aide will perform routine park duties such as cleaning restrooms, litter pick‑up, landscape maintenance, weed control, line trimming, debris removal and general facilities maintenance. The Park Aide will also perform dock repairs and assist marina staff with emergency response aboard the Harbor Patrol boat, periodically staff the marina office, interact with boat owners, sell fuel and ice, and accept rent payments.

The position requires working weekends, holidays and some flexibility with hours. It may also require driving to different marina locations and handling power‑driven tools and machines. Candidates must have a valid California driver’s license (or equivalent), be at least 18 years old at the date of hire (FLSA restrictions), and be able to swim unaided in open water.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Policies, procedures and safety regulations related to the park location to which the applicant is assigned
• Safety hazards and equipment related to park environments
• Driving and operating automobiles, light trucks, safety equipment and other motorized equipment safely
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing
• Landscaping and ground maintenance practices including pruning, lawn and plant care

Skill/Ability to:

• Maintain cleanliness of park facilities
• Use hand, electric and pneumatic power tools
• Perform light construction, repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Perform clerical tasks including keeping accurate records, making simple arithmetic calculations, handling cash and filing
• Follow oral and written instructions including safety rules, procedures and practices
• Work courteously and effectively with the public, co‑workers and volunteers
• Operate motor vehicles and other equipment
• Stand, walk and bend for extended periods of time
• Lifting items weighing up to 60 pounds

Application/Examination

This is an extra‑help recruitment. Anyone may apply. The examination process will consist of an application screening (pass/fail) based on the candidate’s application and responses to supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.

All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

This is a continuous recruitment that may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted five days in advance on this job announcement. Apply immediately, as this recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County’s website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County’s website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. If you have any questions, please contact Robert Gardali at (650) 207‑5419 or [e-mail].

NOTE: Due to the volume of applications for these positions, qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately as these positions may be filled anytime within the process. The Parks Department will screen materials as they are received and will directly contact qualified applicants for further consideration.