Maintenance Worker I (Temporary) (20765851)

Menlo Park; Menlo Park, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Menlo Park is seeking dedicated individuals to join the Public Works Maintenance Division in temporary roles as Maintenance Worker I. The position offers entry-level responsibilities with supervision and opportunities across Facilities, Parks, Streets, Trees and Water operations.

Ideal candidates will have basic maintenance experience, be able to work outdoors, and comply with safety protocols while helping keep Menlo Park's infrastructure and parks safe and well-maintained for

Qualifications

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
• One year of experience in performing maintenance work in assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance work in facilities, parks, streets, trees and water divisions.
• Operate machinery and equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, forklifts, and aerial lifts.
• Perform routine upkeep, repairs, and preventive maintenance.
• Respond to service requests and document activities.
• Follow safety protocols to protect workers and residents.

Skills

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of maintenance experience

Job description

Maintenance Worker I (Temporary) (20765851)

Temporary

Category Public Works Maintenance

Region San Francisco/Peninsula

Job Type Temporary

Close Date Continuous

$33.25-$40.41 Hourly

None

About Menlo Park

Menlo Park is a city of beautiful, tree-lined neighborhoods and active commercial districts. Located conveniently between the major metropolitan areas of San Francisco and San Jose, Menlo Park is home to just approximately 32,000 residents in its 19 square miles. The stunning natural surroundings of the city afford views of the San Francisco Bay to the east and the Pacific Coastal Range to the west. Menlo Park’s climate is moderate to warm, with an average of 265 sunny days a year.

Menlo Park’s residents reflect a range of backgrounds and interests who tend to be well educated and actively engaged in community life. Excellent public and private schools serve its many young families, while residents of all ages enjoy the City’s numerous parks and recreational facilities. The City’s close proximity to Stanford University and Menlo College provide a multitude of academic, cultural and athletic event opportunities. The arts and leisure activities of the major urban areas of San Francisco and San Jose are close by. These and many other amenities contribute to Menlo Park’s outstanding quality of life.

Located in the heart of Menlo Park is a downtown featuring unique and upscale shops, restaurants and entertainment, including the Guild Theatre. Set in a pleasant, pedestrian-oriented atmosphere, Menlo Park’s downtown area attracts locals and visitors alike. Known worldwide as the “Capital of Venture Capital,” Menlo Park hosts many venture capital firms and is well situated to benefit from and help shape new technologies and markets originating from the Silicon Valley. Additionally, the city is host to numerous technology and healthcare related companies, including such major employers as Meta (formerly Facebook), SRI International, Pacific Biosciences, Exponent, Grail and Personalis.

Menlo Park is a General Law city operatingunder the Council-Manager form of government. The City Council appoints the City Manager and City Attorney, as well as members of a variety of advisory commissions and committees. The municipal government is organized into six operating departments, including Administrative Services, City Manager's Office, Community Development, Library and Community Services, Police, and Public Works. The City is comprised ofapproximately 300 employees.

In addition to its many attributes, Menlo Park has one of the most beautiful civic center campuses in the Bay Area. Heritage trees, a running fountain, and a duck pond surround City Hall. The campus also includes a nine-acre park, recreation facilities, and the Menlo Park Library. These civic amenities make the campus a noted destination for residents, local employees, and visitors. Conveniently located, the campus is a short walk to our downtownarea with food and shopping destinations, as well as theMenlo Park Caltrain Station.

The City of Menlo Park is seeking dedicated team members to join our Public Works Maintenance Division in temporary roles.

Help us care for the community's vibrant parks, thriving urban canopy, and essential public infrastructure. Tailored to each candidate's experience, assignments span key operational areas including Trees, Streets, Facilities, Parks, and Waterwhere team members will gain hands‑on experience operating a diverse range of machinery, from heavy utility vehicles like dump trucks, backhoes, forklifts, and aerial lifts to specialized field equipment such as brush chippers, stump grinders, concrete saws, hedge trimmers, and power tools. Ideal candidates will thrive in an outdoor and/or indoor setting, bring a collaborative and communicative spirit to foster effective working relationships across teams, and demonstrate a strong commitment to following safety protocols and instructions while keeping Menlo Park beautiful for residents and visitors alike.

Maintenance Worker I

This is the entry‑level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic maintenance experience learn City infrastructure, systems, grounds, parks, facilities, use of tools and equipment, and a wide variety of practices and procedures. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence.

Positions assigned to the entry (I) level of the series may perform some tasks in a learning capacity of the following assignments:

• Facilities -Carries out entry-level upkeep, routine repairs, and preventative care to ensure buildings, grounds, and equipment remain safe and functional. Operating under direct supervision, key duties include basic plumbing, minor electrical work, drywall patching, painting, HVAC filter replacements, and grounds maintenance. They also conduct routine property inspections, respond to daily service requests, and track tool inventory and maintenance logs.
• Parks -Maintains and repairs City grounds, parks, sports fields, and public facilities to ensure safe community access. Key duties include routine turf care, trash removal, and leaf clearing, along with skilled work like ball diamond renovations, pump maintenance, and pest treatment. Additionally, this role oversees flower bed landscaping, tree and shrub pruning, and the operation, repair, and installation of manual and automatic irrigation systems.
• Streets-This role is responsible for maintaining and repairing City streets, roadways, and storm drainage systems to ensure safe public access. Key duties include repairing asphalt and concrete, clearing obstacles, digging trenches, and managing storm drain cleanliness. Additionally, the position involves fabricating, installing, and maintaining traffic signs in compliance with code standards, as well as executing street and parking lot striping and legend painting.
• Trees -This role oversees the health, safety, and aesthetic design of municipal trees through planting, pruning, stump grinding, and safe tree removal. Responsibilities include diagnosing pests or diseases to apply targeted treatment plans and operating specialized equipment such as chain saws, chippers, stump grinders, and aerial lifts to perform daily maintenance.
• Water - Performs skilled operational and technical work to ensure safe municipal drinking water. Their daily responsibilities include maintaining and repairing water mains, pumps, valves, and hydrants and inspecting pump stations and storage reservoirs.They may handle line taps, flush distribution systems, respond to utility emergencies and customer water quality concerns, and operate heavy equipment, all while staying compliant with strict state environmental and public health regulations.

All applicants must have the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfthgrade.
• One (1) year of experience in performing maintenance work in assigned area.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license by time of appointment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B license within six (6) months of employment with appropriate endorsements if assigned to Streets or Trees.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an Electrical Hazards Awareness Program (EHAP) certificate within twelve (12) months of employment if assigned to Trees.

These are non-benefited temporary positions. A temporary employee may not work more than 1000 hours per year and will receive sick leave in accordance with State Law.

Special Instructions

Please note that hiring for this position occurs only upon specific department request. As a continuous recruitment, multiple openings may occur over time. Applications will be screened and candidates contacted for interviews on an ongoing basis until the temporary vacancies are filled.

The City of Menlo Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Menlo Park not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees. We will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources at [phone]for accommodation requests.

Before receiving an offer of employment, the candidate willbe required to successfully complete a reference criminal conviction history questionnaire andDOJ fingerprinting. Candidates under the age of 18 will be required to provide a work permit.

In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.