PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

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

Job summary

The State of California seeks a Park Maintenance Worker I for the Orange Coast District, San Clemente. The role involves facility housekeeping, refuse disposal, and inventory management, with leadership duties training seasonal staff and supporting maintenance projects.

Work schedule is Monday–Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. A valid California driver’s license and background screening are required; state housing is not available.

Qualifications

• Lead the Park Maintenance Worker I team and provide training to aides.
• Ensure safety protocols and operate equipment in routine maintenance tasks.
• Monitor housekeeping duties, inventory, and supplies.
• Support facility projects and basic semi-skilled maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility housekeeping and refuse disposal duties.
• Maintain inventory of housekeeping supplies.
• Lead and train Park Maintenance Aide and Seasonal Maintenance Aide.
• Assist in maintenance projects and operate a variety of vehicles and tools.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Team supervision

Safety awareness

English literacy

Tools

Vehicle operation

Maintenance tools

Job description

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I
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: 9/18/2026

Job Description and Duties

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I – ORANGE COAST DISTRICT /SAN CLEMENTE STATE BEACH

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 the District Headquarters of the Orange Coast District located in San Clemente. This position will work u nder the supervision of the Park Maintenance Chief I.

The schedule for this position is Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

The Park Maintenance Worker I will perform facility housekeeping duties, refuse disposal duties, and maintain the inventory of housekeeping supplies. The incumbent will be a lead person and provide training to Park Maintenance Aide and Maintenance Aide (Seasonal) employees. Additional duties to include assisting in facility maintenance projects, operating and maintaining a variety of vehicles, equipment, and tools used in maintenance and housekeeping operations and performing semi-skilled maintenance as required.

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

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.

State Housing is not available.

For further information regarding this position, contact Stephen Gant at [e-mail] or by telephone at [phone].

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

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.

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.

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

Read, write and understand English.

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

Work Location:

Orange County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Orange Coast District

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.).

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

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 .

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.

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.

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 workplace. 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.

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