Park Maintenance Worker-26634705
Salary
$48,443.20 - $59,384.00 Annually
Location
County of San Diego, CA
Job Type
Regular - Full time
Job Number
26634705
Department
Parks & Recreation Dept
Division
Park Operations
Opening Date
05/20/2026
Closing Date
5/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Job Summary
County of San Diego
Department of Parks and Recreation
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER
Interviews will take place beginning the week of June 29, 2026. Job offers will be made the week of July 6, 2026.
This Position is eligible for appointment at step 1, $48,443.20 annually. County Employees are subject to the County promotional rule for step placement in accordance with comp Ord 1.3.5.
The Department
The Department of Parks and Recreation is committed to enhancing the quality of life in San Diego County by providing parks and recreational opportunities and preserving regionally significant resources in a parks system that is the pride of San Diego County. This mission is at the heart of what our employees do each day and a passion that is shared and fostered among our colleagues. Every position and function within the County Parks and Recreation system plays a part in upholding the Departments motto that "Parks Make Life Better!"
The Position
Park Maintenance Workers perform a variety of structural and grounds maintenance/repair work for County parks and facilities. Duties include performing minor repairs and improvements, maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of park grounds (lawns, shrubs, trees, and vegetation) and facility structures (rest rooms, offices, parking lots, benches, irrigation systems, and other park and recreational facilities).
Please read the Park Maintenance Worker job description for more information.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will possess:
Hiring Process and Timeline:
The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
i. Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
ii. Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
iii. Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of full-time experience performing a variety of semi-skilled structural and grounds maintenance work, including carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical repairs, and gardening, for an organization or agency.
Blind Applicant Screening
The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.
Conditions of Employment
As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.
Working Conditions
May be subject to occasional overtime and weekend work. May be subject to driving cars, trucks, tractors, and other equipment. May be subject to working around equipment and machinery, walking on uneven ground, and working at heights. May be subject to exposure to excessive noise, extremes in temperature, humidity or wetness, dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals, and require the use of special visual or auditory protective equipment. May be subject to working with biohazards.
Evaluation
The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based upon scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Accommodation
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job, on a case-by-case basis.
As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.
Veteran's Preference Policy
The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the Veterans Preference Policy for additional information.
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Strategic Plan
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov)
Disaster Service Worker
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
Click here to see the Non-Management Benefits Summary (NMG-NCM)
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Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough, complete and truthful manner, as your responses may be used to determine your overall score. Please do NOT indicate "See Resume," or "See Application," as these are not valid answers. If you are invited to a selection interview(s) by the hiring department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification. Please review the minimum qualifications for this position before completing your application. Do you understand this information?
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Do you have at least one (1) year of full-time paid experience performing semi-skilled structural and grounds maintenance work for an organization or agency that included work in any of the areas listed below? Please select the box or boxes that apply.
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If you selected one or more of the five areas listed in Question #2, excluding, "I do not have at least one year of experience in any of the five areas listed above", then please describe your experience for each box that you selected. Please be sure to list your job title(s), name of employer(s), length of experience, and a description of your duties performed. Note: Please enter "N/A" below if you selected "I do not have at least one year of experience in any of the five areas listed above" in Question #2
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The position may involve working at rural locations within the San Diego County region and working during varying and extreme weather conditions, climates, and temperatures. The work may also include working varying schedules/shifts including overtime, weekends, and holidays. Are you willing to work as a Park Maintenance Worker under all of the working conditions listed above?
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Do you have volunteer or paid experience maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of park grounds?
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If you selected "Yes" in Question #5, then please provide the following information for all positions held that included the experience. Please be sure to include your job title(s), name of employer(s) or where volunteer experience was completed, length of experience, and a description of your duties performed. If you selected "No" on Question #5, then please enter "N/A" below. Note: Please also ensure all experience is reflected in the Work History section of your application.
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Do you possess certification in any of the areas listed below? If yes, please check the box or boxes that reflect the areas that you possess certificate(s) in. Note: Please be sure to attach a copy of any certificate(s) for any box that is checked. All applicable certificates must be attached to your application.
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If you selected one or more of the certification checkboxes in Question #7 please provide the following information pertaining to the certification(s). 1) Year the certification was completed 2.) Did you attach verification of the certification to your application? If you selected "None of the above", please enter "N/A" below.
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Do you have paid experience performing any of the following duties for an agency, company, or organization on a daily or weekly basis? If yes, please check the box or boxes that apply to the experience you possess. If you do not have paid experience in these experience areas, please select "None of the above."
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If you selected one or more of the experience checkboxes in Question #9 above, please describe your experience and include the following information: 1) Job title 2) Employer name 3) Employment dates (month/year) 4) A brief description of your experience. If you selected "None of the above", please indicate "N/A" below. Note: Please ensure your experience is listed in the Work Experience section of this application.
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Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?
Required Question
Employer County of San Diego
Address 5500 Overland Ave., Suite 370
San Diego, California, 92123
Phone (619) 236-2191
(866) 880-9374
Website http://www.SanDiegoCounty.gov
We are committed to provide and retain a skilled, adaptable, and diverse workforce for County departments so they may deliver superior services to the residents and visitors of the County of San Diego.