Maintenance Aide - Environmental Programs

Maintenance Aide - Environmental Programs

Salary

$27.23 Hourly

Location

Victorville, CA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2026-076

Department

Environmental Programs

Opening Date

11/12/2026

Closing Date

12/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

100

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Summary

Under immediate supervision, the part-time Maintenance Aide for Environmental Programs performs routine, entry-level field and support tasks in support of Environmental Programs operations. Responsibilities include assisting with illegal dumping abatement, homeless encampment cleanup, tire recovery, and environmental outreach. The incumbent learns and applies safe work practices, regulatory procedures, and field documentation standards while supporting cleanup crews, public education events, and warehouse activities.

This is an entry-level classification. Work is performed under close supervision and emphasizes skill development in environmental field operations and safety compliance. This class differs from the Maintenance Worker classification in its limited scope of responsibility and emphasis of on-the-job training rather than independent task performance.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Removes illegally dumped items, discarded debris, tires, and hazardous materials under supervision, using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and established safety protocols.
• Assists with homeless encampment cleanups and related site restoration efforts.
• Completes tire manifests, cost recovery worksheets, daily activity logs, and basic compliance-related documentation using paper or digital systems.
• Assists with boarding up and securing abandoned or vacant properties, including basic painting and installation of structural coverings.
• May assist with operating or riding along on compacting trash trucks, trailers, or light vehicles for collection and hauling activities, in accordance with licensing restrictions and required training.
• Supports warehouse operations by organizing, tracking, and replenishing supplies, tools, and safety equipment.
• Distributes informational materials, door hangers, and outreach notices to residential and commercial properties.
• Assists with staffing environmental information booths and providing general program information to the public at community events.
• Operates and performs routine maintenance and minor upkeep on basic hand tools, small equipment, and assigned vehicles.
• Picks up and delivers tools, materials, and supplies to job sites and storage locations.
• Accurately and promptly completes maintenance, cleanup, and work activity records using computers, tablets, and/or mobile phones, as required.
• Participates in City special events, cleanup operations, community recycling programs, and Adopt-a-Street activities.
• Attends safety meetings, compliance-related training, and division meetings.
• Assists other departments and divisions as directed.
• Safely operates City vehicles and equipment.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent and six (6) months of general labor or general maintenance experience.

License(s)/Certifications:

Must possess a valid California Class "C" driver's license upon hire and maintain a valid license throughout employment with the City of Victorville.

Knowledge of:

• Basic tools, equipment, and materials used in maintenance and cleanup work.
• Safe lifting, loading, and material-handling procedures.
• The purposes of environmental and solid waste programs and the general structure of City services.
• Basic English, arithmetic, and recordkeeping methods.
• Occupational hazards and safe work practices.

Skill and Ability to:

• Follow oral and written directions accurately.
• Safely perform cleanup, debris removal, and painting tasks.
• Learn and adhere to established safety procedures, including the proper use of PPE.
• Work cooperatively as part of a small team under supervision.
• Communicate clearly and courteously with coworkers and the public.
• Maintain basic records and reports using digital or written tools.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

(Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations)

• Works primarily outdoors in the field and may be exposed to extreme weather conditions, including wind, heat, cold, and rain.
• May be required to climb ladders, work in trenches, and enter confined spaces.
• Positions in this classification typically require balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and performing repetitive motions.
• Medium Work: Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of the workday), 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the workday), and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly (2/3 or more of the workday) to move objects. Physical demands exceed those associated with Light Work.
• May be exposed to machinery and moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, loud noises, travel, and environmental conditions such as temperature extremes, fumes, smoke, grease, odors, and dust.
• Frequently lifts moderately heavy to heavy objects.
• Must be able to see and hear within the normal range, with or without correction, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• May be required to assist with emergency response activities outside regular working hours, including weekends, as operational needs require.
• Must be willing to work an irregular schedule that may include weekends, holidays, evenings, and varying shifts.

SALARY: Part-time employees are hired at an established hourly rate based on the applicable classification and salary schedule. Part-time employees are not eligible for the full-time employee benefit package or merit-based salary increases, except as specifically provided by City policy, resolution, or applicable law.

RETIREMENT - MANDATORY DEFERRED COMPENSATION 457 PLAN: Part-time employees are subject to a mandatory public retirement plan for purposes of Section 3121(b)(7)(F) of the Internal Revenue Code. Pre-tax contributions are withheld at a rate of 7.5% of Federal Taxable Gross and are directed to the Guaranteed Fixed Fund. Contributions and accrued interest become available following separation from employment with the City of Victorville, as provided in the City of Victorville Deferred Compensation Plan Document maintained by Human Resources.

SICK LEAVE: Part-time employees are eligible for up to 40 hours (five paid sick days) of paid sick leave per year, subject to applicable eligibility and accrual requirements. Sick leave is available for use after 30 calendar days of employment, consistent with applicable law and City policy.

SICK LEAVE PAYOFF: Non-represented part-time employees who maintain a minimum balance of 72 hours of accrued sick leave and have completed five years of continuous part-time service with the City may be eligible for an annual sick leave payoff. The maximum payoff is 72 hours and is processed each December, subject to the Citys applicable sick leave payoff scale and requirements.

BILINGUAL PAY: Upon recommendation of the Department Head and based on departmental need, part-time employees who demonstrate proficiency in a qualified foreign language may receive $50 per month in bilingual pay. Employees must successfully complete the Citys required written and oral examination. Spanish is currently the qualified language.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Effective July 1, 2026, eligible part-time, non-represented employees may qualify for tuition reimbursement after one year of part-time service, up to a maximum of $2,500 per fiscal year, subject to the same applicable terms and conditions as the full-time non-represented employee tuition reimbursement program.

LEAVE BENEFITS: Eligible part-time employees may receive Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, and Reproductive Loss Leave, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and City policy. Paid Parental Leave provides eligible employees with up to four weeks at 60% of weekly earnings. Eligible part-time employees may receive up to 56 hours of paid bereavement leave per occurrence. Reproductive Loss Leave is available to eligible employees following a qualifying reproductive loss, with available paid leave usable during the applicable leave period.

BENEFITS DISCLAIMER: The benefits summarized above are intended as an overview and are not a complete description of all benefits available to City employees. Benefits are subject to applicable laws, City resolutions, policies, plan documents, eligibility requirements, and may be amended or changed by the City.

01

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent? IMPORTANT: Proof of education must be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Acceptable documentation includes a high school diploma, GED certificate, college transcripts, and/or a college degree.

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently have six (6) months of general labor or general maintenance experience? IMPORTANT: Your qualifying experience must be clearly reflected in your application to be considered for this position.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Victorville