PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II

State of California; California; On-site; USD 49,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California is seeking a Park Maintenance Worker II for Railtown 1897 State Historic Park in Jamestown, CA. This permanent, full-time role involves skilled and semi-skilled maintenance of park systems, facilities, roads, and utilities, with carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and masonry work as core duties.

New hires start at the minimum salary; a valid California Driver's License is required, and a background check and medical clearance are part of the process.

Qualifications

• The Park Maintenance Worker II performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks.
• Requires knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and masonry.
• Familiarity with power and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair park systems and facilities including buildings, structures, and trails.
• Perform carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and masonry tasks as needed.
• Operate power and hand tools safely and effectively to complete repairs.

Skills

Carpentry

Electrical

Plumbing

Masonry

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II

$4,367.00 - $5,729.00 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: 10/29/2026

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

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II – CENTRAL VALLEY DISTRICT / CULTURAL RESOURCES / RAILTOWN 1897 SHP
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 Railtown 1897 State Historic Park in Jamestown, CA. This position will work under the direction of Staff Park and Recreation Specialist.
The Park Maintenance Worker II performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair of park systems and facilities including buildings, structures, picnic facilities, roads, parking areas, trails, fixtures, water and sewer systems, irrigation systems, and other historic, cultural, and recreational facilities. Work performed will include, but is not limited to, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and masonry and the use of power and hand tools. The position primarily works at Railtown 1897 SHP but may work at other units in the Central Valley District as directed.
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.
The incumbents’ work schedule will be Sunday to Thursday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

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 may be required. For further information regarding this position, please contact Kyle Roberson at [phone] or at [e-mail] .
Special Requirement/Condition of Employment: Depending on the assigned location, the incumbent may be required to occupy state-owned housing to meet operational needs or may be offered state-owned housing if available. Housing assignments will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements.

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 heavy objects. Performs indoors and outdoors, work often in inclement weather, while walking across uneven terrain both up and downhill, and standing for long periods of time. Work occurs in historic structures which may lack modern climate control systems, as well as in industrial settings typical of an active railroad. May have extensive exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, loud noises, moving railroad equipment, and other industrial hazards. May work in remote locations. Requires reading, writing, and speaking clearly and concisely. Perform performing basic mathematical computations, skilled with measurements and the ability to make sound decisions.
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 II

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II $4,367.00 - $5,729.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Facility:

Central Valley District

Work Shift:

8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Work Week:

Sunday to 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.

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.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

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:
Kyle Roberson
[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.

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 II. 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.