SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL)

State of California; California; On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

State of California is seeking a Senior Maintenance Aide (Seasonal) for the Hearst San Simeon SHM, located at Hearst Castle. The role involves cleaning historic interiors and caring for the museum art collection, with specialized on-site training provided.

Hours 6:30 am–3:00 pm, 3–4 days weekly, up to 1,500 hours/year, not telework eligible. Includes background investigation, uniform, and potential weekend/holiday work.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write English.
• Ability to work with ladders and scaffolding.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clean the interior of Casa Grande, three Guest Cottages, storage and exhibit areas, and artwork on the grounds.
• Assist with moving, storing, and packing works of art and setting up events.
• Support conservators and work on special projects as part of a team.
• Perform duties related to temperature and humidity regulation and pest management.

Job description

Job Posting: SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL)

Department of Parks & Recreation

JC-535100

$21.38 - $25.74 per Hour
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/9/2026

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

SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL) – SAN LUIS OBISPO COAST DISTRICT / HEARST SAN SIMEON STATE HISTORICAL MONUMENT / HEARST CASTLE

Priority consideration will be given to any person receiving State public assistance under the CalWORKs program. Applicants who receive State public assistance need to identify their status as a CalWORKs recipient in the comments area on the application. Applicants must submit a verification of their CalWORKs eligibility status, which may include the most recent Notice of Action showing TANF eligibility or a copy of your last aid check stub. If verification is not submitted with the application, the application will not be processed. (Applicants may obtain verification from the CalWORKs program).

This is a great position for anyone interested in starting a career in Parks, and an incredible opportunity to work around and handle priceless works of art.

This position works under the direction of the Museum Curator I with some supervision in daily activities by lead workers. The reporting location is at Hearst Castle, Hearst San Simeon, SHM, Collections Management Office on the Hilltop.

You must purchase and wear a DPR uniform and conform to minimal grooming standards. Senior Maintenance Aides clean the interior of Casa Grande, three Guest Cottages, storage and exhibit areas, and artwork on the grounds. Duties include cleaning tasks that ensure public health and safety standards are maintained, museum housekeeping of the historic building, and care of the museum art collection. Specialized training is provided on site. Senior Maintenance Aides also work as part of a team performing more technical work, assist conservators or work on special projects.

Under supervision, duties may include helping with moving, storing, and packing works of art, set up and take down of special events and holiday decorations, helping with the integrated pest management program, and temperature and humidity regulation. Must be able to read and write English, follow instructions, and work independently, ability to work with equipment and other tools appropriate for the job and willingness to work on ladders and scaffolding.

Employment is typically 3-4 days a week year-round. This position requires working weekends and holidays, hours are 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. This position may work up to 1500 hours within 12 consecutive months. This position is designated as not telework eligible.

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

State housing is not available. For further information please contact Michelle Chavez, [phone] [e-mail].

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Working in the interior and exteriors of historic structures around artifacts, and under adverse weather conditions (extreme heat, high winds, and rain). Exposed to cleaning products, chemicals, dirt, dust, mold, fumes, unpleasant odors, loud noises, and waste from rodents and other pests. Hearst San Simeon SHM is open 7 days a week and the schedule is based on operational need and may change at any time. The position typically works 6:30am to 3:00pm, 3 to 4 days per week with a maximum 1,500 hours per calendar year, and may include work on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, and at odd or irregular hours. Must adhere to departmental uniform requirements. Outdoor work is common The incumbent will need to be able to perform the essential job functions (duties) of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Requires the ability to access all areas of the facility throughout the workday, climb four floors approximately five times per day, lift up to 35 pounds, and climb a six-foot ladder. Daily duties require the incumbent to stand, sit, and walk with repetitive leg and arm movements and constant hand grasping and finger dexterity. May occasionally bend, reach forward and overhead, squat, and kneel. Frequent and prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting. Requires moderate physical work, moderate lifting, pushing, or pulling.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SENIOR MAINTENANCE AIDE (SEASONAL)

# of Positions

Multiple

Work Location

San Luis Obispo County

Telework

In Office

Facility

San Luis Obispo 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) requires 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.).

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

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.