Temporary Park Maintenance Worker

County of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Riverside is seeking a Temporary Park Maintenance Worker to support the Parks Department. This role involves performing maintenance duties, assisting park visitors, and managing vegetation across various locations. Candidates should have at least two years of maintenance experience and a valid California Driver's License may be required.

Qualifications

• At least two years of grounds or building maintenance experience.
• Basic knowledge of power tools and heavy equipment.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform buildings and grounds maintenance duties.
• Assist park visitors and explain park rules.
• Conduct vegetation management and maintain park facilities.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Building maintenance

Public interaction

Knowledge of maintenance tools

Basic vehicle maintenance

Education

Equivalent education or 2 years of maintenance experience

Tools

Power tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Job Title: Temporary Park Maintenance Worker

The County of Riverside's Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) is seeking a Temporary Park Maintenance Worker to support the Parks Department across Riverside County.

Position Overview: This is a first professional level classification reporting to a supervisory or managerial position. The role involves performing buildings and grounds maintenance duties, with occasional public contact such as assisting park visitors and explaining park rules.

Options and Responsibilities:

Riverside Option

Conduct vegetation management under the Natural Resources Manager and Ranger Supervisor at Cal Fire Grant locations and Open-Space properties, including weed abatement, habitat mowing, roadside weed whipping, and restoration activities.

Temecula Option

Details available at: https://vimeo.com/898456390/b46ba91bc2?share=copy

Perform vegetation management similar to Riverside, at the Southwestern Riverside County Multi-Species Reserve, under the Reserve Manager and Ranger.

Winchester Option

Maintain park facilities, including restroom cleaning, litter removal, landscape upkeep, troubleshooting plumbing, electrical, irrigation, and mechanical issues. Basic knowledge of power tools and heavy equipment required.

Work Schedule: 5/40 schedule, with start times at 8am-4:30pm and 5:30am-2pm; days off TBD.

TAP Benefits and Responsibilities:

• Maintain park facilities, including mowing, cleaning, watering, and debris removal.
• Operate trucks and tractors for hauling and leveling.
• Perform minor repairs in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and vehicle maintenance.
• Possess at least two years of grounds or building maintenance experience, or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of maintenance tools and basic vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to follow instructions, perform routine maintenance, operate equipment, and interact courteously with the public.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required.

Contact:

For more information, contact Ahjah Davis-Solomon at [e-mail].