Street Maintenance Worker I / II

Street Maintenance Worker I / II

Salary

$57,304.00 - $84,760.00 Annually

Location

Municipal Service Center (MSC), CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202500052

Department

Public Works

Division

Streets

Opening Date

09/10/2026

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Description

DESCRIPTION

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE POSITION

• Make a direct impact on your community
• Play a key role in maintaining 384.2 miles of City paved Streets
• Opportunity to work in a team environment and interact regularly with multiple divisions within the Public Works Department

At the City of Thousand Oaks, we're not looking for people who just want a job. We're looking for partners in building our future and community. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service to our residents and colleagues. We do this through a collaborative team environment rooted in service innovation and excellence. We are committed to a culture of engagement, career development, and purpose.

The Public Works Department is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Street Maintenance Worker I/II for the Street division. Depending on the candidates qualifications, the vacancy will be filled at either Street Maintenance Worker Level 1 or Level 2. The successful candidate will work at the City's Municipal Service Center in the Newbury Park area of Thousand Oaks.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Breaks and removes concrete using a hydraulic breaker and handwork
• Repair or replace cracked, raised, sunken, or otherwise damaged sidewalks, curbs, and gutters
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, repair, and cleaning of streets, curbs, gutters, storm drains, and related structures
• Perform heavy manual labor in the removal, repair, and finish of concrete and asphalt work
• Operate and maintain a variety of maintenance and construction equipment, including hand and power tools, and light, medium, and heavy motorized equipment
• Conduct traffic control when working in traffic areas of the City; install street barricades and cones; direct and control traffic around work sites
• Maintain records of work performed

Job Video Link URL:

https://youtu.be/yHWOYPo4vs0

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade
• Experience in streets or public works-related maintenance and construction work
• The ability to sit, stand, and walk on level or slippery surfaces; and lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more; work in inclement weather conditions
• High attention to detail
• Pride in their personal work product; demonstrate initiative, and be safety conscious
• Proficient computer skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, including excellent customer service skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy with recordkeeping
• A team player approach and motivation; affinity for new challenges
• A valid Class C California driver's license

REQUIREMENTS:

Level I: Ability to obtain a valid Class B California driver's license with tanker endorsement within six months of employment.

Level II: Two years of experience at a level comparable to the Street Maintenance Worker I with the City. A valid Class B California driver's license with tanker endorsement.

Perform after-hours emergency work on an "as-needed" basis and on-call duties on a rotating basis. Must be able to respond to on-call responsibilities at the Municipal Service Center within 30 minutes.

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Special Requirement:

• Classification is part of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) program and is regulated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMSCA). Pre-employment and random drug testing are requirements of the program.
• Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) to obtain a valid Class B California drivers license
• In accordance with Cal/OSHA regulations, in order to get an airtight face seal while working with a respirator, employees in this position may be required to be clean-shaven (no beards, long mustaches, long sideburns, or lengthy head hair).

Core Competencies:

• Accountable
• Customer-Focused
• Flexible/Adaptable
• Planner and Organizer
• Problem Solver and Decision Maker
• Results Oriented
• Technically Knowledgeable

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

FILING DEADLINE: Recruitment may close at any time. Open until a sufficient number of qualified applicants has been received. First review of candidates: Thursday, September 24, 2026.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. We will use it throughout the process to help determine each applicants qualifications for the position. Additional information about the City is available on our website at www.toaks.gov.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Thousand Oaks makes reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to participate in the selection process. If you wish to request an accommodation in order to participate in the selection process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the final filing date. Applicants requesting an accommodation should document the request, including the type and extent of accommodations requested to participate in the selection process and/or perform the duties of the job for which they applied.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: In order to qualify for Veteran's Preference, a Form DD214, or other acceptable proof of service, must be submitted by the deadline date/time noted in the job announcement. Any veteran who has successfully completed all phases of a selection process for employment with the City shall be granted a final interview regardless of his or her ranking on the eligibility list, provided he/she meets the criteria for an eligible veteran.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Thousand Oaks offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and tuition reimbursement. Click here for more information.

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Please describe your experience in the following areas: a) Asphalt construction and maintenance b) Concrete construction and maintenance

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Specify the types of tools and equipment you have worked with on the job.

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Indicate any special job skills, licenses, and/or certifications you possess related to street maintenance.

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Please describe the type of work you have performed using a computer, including any experience with data entry.

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Safety is a key component of this position. Please describe the various safety practices and procedures you have implemented as part of traffic control.

Required Question

Employer City of Thousand Oaks

Address 2100 E Thousand Oaks

Thousand Oaks, California, 91362-2903

Website https://toaks.gov