PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

State of California; California; On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Parks is hiring a Park Maintenance Worker I for the Diablorange District / Hollister Hills SVRA in Hollister, CA. The role supports the construction, maintenance and housekeeping of park facilities, roads, systems and structures under the supervision of the Park Maintenance Supervisor. The salary ranges from $3,984.00 to $5,195.00 per month.

Final filing date is 11/5/2026. This position is in-office and not telework eligible, with requirements including a valid California

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Class C driver's license is required.
• Background investigation and medical clearance required.
• Not telework eligible; in-office work.
• In some cases, eligibility transfers or reinstatement possible per agency rules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain park facilities, roads, systems and structures.
• Lead and direct outside agencies, volunteers, inmates, and other staff in repairs and maintenance.
• Perform housekeeping duties and ensure safety and cleanliness of park areas.
• Report to Park Maintenance Supervisor and work across park units as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Job description

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

$3,984.00 - $5,195.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/5/2026

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I – DIABLORANGE DISTRICT / HOLLISTER HILLS STATE VEHICULAR RECREATION AREA

This classification is subject to the Post and Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer change in class, reinstatement, re-employment, and training and development assignment candidates will be accepted for this position but consistent with the MOU/Bargaining Agreement BU12/13 contract cannot be acted upon unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.

The reporting location for this position is Hollister Hills State SVRA, 7800 Cieniga Rd., Hollister. Hollister Hills SVRA is located in Gabilan Mountains and features 6800 acres of senic terrain with OHV, hiking, bicycling and equestrian trails. This position will work under the supervision of the Park Maintenance Supervisor.

This position is responsible for the construction, maintenance and housekeeping functions of the park facilities, roads, systems and structures. The Park Maintenance Worker I may lead and direct outside agencies, volunteers, inmates, and other permanent or seasonal staff in the repair and maintenance of .i.e, facilities. The incumbent should possess strong organizational and leadership skills.

The incumbent may be assigned to work at other park units within the District.

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license is required. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961 , this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962 .

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

State housing is not available. For further information regarding this position, please contact Matt Courtney at 831-636-5563 or [e-mail].

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

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

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025). PLP 2025 directs that each employee receives a temporary reduction in pay in exchange for PLP 2025 leave credits. The percentage of the temporary salary reduction and the number of PLP 2025 leave credits are determined by the position’s assigned bargaining unit. The salary range(s) included in this job advertisement do not reflect the temporary salary reduction. For additional information regarding PLP 2025, please click here .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I $3,984.00 - $5,195.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

Multiple

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

7:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Work Week:

Monday-Thursday

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.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

May require heavy physical work including lifting, pushing or pulling.

Read, write and understand English

DONOT include any confidential information to your applicationor supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, maritalstatus, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus asyour claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as anadditional document.

Eligibility Information

To be appointed you must satisfy one of the following requirements:

• List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I. Click here for more information on how to apply for the exam. NOTE: Please refer to the exam bulletin for the frequency of administration of this exam.
• Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).
• Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

In some special circumstances, candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, but who do not have one of the types of eligibility listed above, may be hired. However, this is rare, and the preferred method of appointment is through eligibility as described above.

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.

Contact Information

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

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

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.

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