MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL)

State of California; California; On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California is seeking seasonal Maintenance Aide to work at Mackerricher State Park, Mendocino; reporting to the Park Maintenance Chief I. Duties include keeping facilities clean, answering public inquiries, and operating light vehicles.

Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM on varied days, up to 1500 hours/year, with a background check and valid CDL required. Applicants must understand this is not telework eligible and the position is located in Sonoma Mendocino Coast District.

Qualifications

• A valid California Driver's License is required and a clean driving record must be provided.
• Background investigation via Live Scan is required prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Keep assigned park units clean and orderly, assist visitors, and operate light vehicles.
• Work 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM on varied days; up to 1500 hours per 12 months; not telework eligible.

Job description

MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL)
MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL)

$17.43 - $21.18 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: 10/19/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL) – SONOMA MENDOCINO COAST DISTRICT/ MACKERRICHER STATE PARK
"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)."

The reporting location is located at Mackerricher State Park in Mendocino, CA.This position will work under the supervision of the Park Maintenance Chief I, with leadership provided by the Park Maintenance Worker I or the Park Maintenance Assistant.
This Maintenance Aide is responsible for keeping the work area and facilities of assigned park units clean and orderly, answers questions of the visiting public, and maintains and operates light vehicles.
Work schedule is 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM on varied days of the week. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible.
The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
Possession of a valid driver’s license of the appropriate class and a safe driving record as documented by the Department of Motor Vehicles within 60 days prior to appointment. (A safe driving record is one free from convictions in the past two years for repeated moving violations or a single serious violation, such as drunk driving or reckless driving.)
State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Doug Hicks at [phone], or [e-mail] .

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Typical work activities involve frequent periods of bending, stooping, and lifting. Perform indoor and outdoor work often in inclement weather. May have extensive exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises. May work in remote locations.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL)

MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL) $17.43 - $21.18 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:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

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.

• 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.)

Who May Apply

This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position. Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules. Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.parks.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:
Douglas Hicks
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.