State Park Equipment Operator — Beach Grooming Lead

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Parks is seeking a State Park Equipment Operator for the Angeles District, Malibu Creek State Park. The role involves maintaining roads and trails, leading seasonal crews, and supporting beach grooming operations. Schedule is Thursday-Sunday, 6:30 AM–5:00 PM, with weekends, nights, and holidays as needed.

Salary ranges from $5,580.00 to $6,680.00 per month. Final filing date is 10/02/2026; drug screening, medical clearance and CDL are required; position is not telework eligible.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license and CDL required.
• Drug screening and medical clearance required prior to hire.
• Not telework eligible; on-site work at Malibu Creek / Angeles District.

Responsibilities

• Maintain roads and trails; excavate for facility projects.
• Identify and prioritize heavy equipment work; prepare work plans.
• Assist inspection and evaluation of roads and facilities; prepare purchase docs and specs for heavy equipment.
• Perform monthly vehicle/equipment inspections; maintain vehicle logs; lead seasonal crews.
• Support beach grooming and sand raking operations; may work at other units during emergencies.

Job description

California State Parks is seeking a State Park Equipment Operator for the Angeles District, Malibu Creek State Park. The role involves maintaining roads and trails, leading seasonal crews, and supporting beach grooming operations. Schedule is Thursday-Sunday, 6:30 AM–5:00 PM, with weekends, nights, and holidays as needed.

Salary ranges from $5,580.00 to $6,680.00 per month. Final filing date is 10/02/2026; drug screening, medical clearance and CDL are required; position is not telework eligible.