Public Works Maintenance I — 9/80 Schedule

City of Baldwin Park; Baldwin Park (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Baldwin Park is seeking a Maintenance Worker I for the Public Works Department. The role involves semi-skilled and skilled maintenance across streets, landscaping, and facilities, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and service to the public.

Ideal candidates will have experience in street maintenance, tool operation, and ability to perform outdoor labor; weekend/evening work may be required, and a California driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of common tools and materials used in public works maintenance.
• Understanding of basic repair and maintenance procedures and safe work practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
• Willingness to perform outdoor manual labor and operate equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Load, transport, and operate light construction equipment and power tools.
• Perform minor repairs and report major repairs requirements.
• Direct traffic and install barricades for work sites and patching and resurfacing tasks.
• Paint markings and signs, maintain tools and receive inventory orders.

Skills

Common tools and materials

Basic repair procedures

Safe work practices

Ability to follow instructions

Customer service & communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Light construction equipment

Walk-by equipment

Job description

The City of Baldwin Park is seeking a Maintenance Worker I for the Public Works Department. The role involves semi-skilled and skilled maintenance across streets, landscaping, and facilities, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and service to the public.

Ideal candidates will have experience in street maintenance, tool operation, and ability to perform outdoor labor; weekend/evening work may be required, and a California driver’s license is preferred.