PTS Maintenance Worker II, Open Space

City of Santa Clarita; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Santa Clarita is hiring for a part-time, temporary, and seasonal Open Space Maintenance Worker II to care for the Haskell Canyon Bike Park and other city open spaces. The role requires weekend work and a schedule that may vary with operations.

You will maintain trails, perform general grounds upkeep, and assist with volunteer projects. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid California driver’s license, and at least six months in maintenance or related fields.

Qualifications

• Six months of maintenance or related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain open space trails, trailheads, and bike park features.
• Perform general maintenance such as cleaning, trash removal, and restroom upkeep.
• Assist with organizing and leading volunteer projects.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safe driving

Teamwork

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools (shovels, rakes, pulaskis)

Job description

The City of Santa Clarita has part‑time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) positions available in the Open Space division of the Neighborhood Services department. The PTS Maintenance Worker II position will assist in the care and maintenance of the new Haskell Canyon Bike Park as well as various City open spaces, trails, and facilities both during the week and on the weekends.

This position is expected to work 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Work schedule may vary based on operational needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains open space trails, trailheads, and bike park features such as jumps, berms, ramps, etc.
• Performs general maintenance, including clearing bushes, weeds, trash, and cleaning restrooms
• Assists with the organization and leading of volunteer groups on projects
• Builds and maintains trails, fencing, and other projects as assigned
• Prepares open space areas for special events
• Clears fallen trees from trails, parking lots, and other areas
• Establishes working relationships with City staff and members of the public
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid Class C California Driver's License and a safe driving record
• A minimum of six months of experience in a maintenance field (for example: grounds maintenance, landscape maintenance, tree maintenance, etc.) or other related experience or training
• Experience in bike park and trail maintenance is highly desirable
• Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered
• Ability to use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pulaskis, etc.
• Ability to build and shape bike jumps, berms, and other bike trail‑related features.
• Ability to follow proper safety protocol and pay strict attention to safety at all times
• Basic computer skills and the ability to enter service requests using a mobile device
• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally and tactfully with City employees and members of the public
• Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and make sound decisions
• Ability to perform physical labor, bending, and squatting
• Ability to hike on uneven trails while carrying tools, equipment, and supplies
• Ability to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 50 pounds or more
• Ability to work outdoors and in inclement weather

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, November 30, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (noon)

All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post‑offer pre‑employment physical which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E‑Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees.

As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100‑3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need.

In addition, part‑time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull‑Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment.

This is not a designated Retired Annuitant position. If you are a California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree, you may be required to reinstate into CalPERS.

PTS workers are at‑will. Generally, PTS employees are limited to no more than 999 hours.

The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer