Maintenance Worker I

ABOUT THE POSITION AND OUR AGENCY The City of Carpinteria is seeking applications for a Maintenance Worker I We are looking for a dependable and motivated individual to join our Public Works team who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in maintaining the spaces our community uses every day.

This position plays an important role in helping maintain the City's parks, facilities, and public spaces so they remain safe, clean, and welcoming for residents and the community we serve.

If you enjoy working outdoors and operating tools and equipment to help maintain safe, clean, and welcoming public spaces, we encourage you to apply!

Deadline to Apply: Sunday, March 22, 2026, at 11:59 pm Salary Range: $25.16 - $30.59/hour plus a generous benefits package.

The Maintenance Worker I position works under direct supervision and performs field maintenance work in the maintenance and repair of streets, rights-of-way, fleet, parks, and facilities.

Incumbents perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled field maintenance duties in support of City parks, landscaped areas, facilities, streets, rights-of-way, fleet, drainage systems, and related public works infrastructure.

Although this position will primarily be assigned to Parks and Facilities, incumbents in this classification may be assigned to any operational area based on the needs of the City.

This recruitment is to fill one Maintenance Worker I vacancy primarily assigned to Parks and Facilities and to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

This position may be required to work a varied schedule, including weekends.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: General Duties (All Assignments): * Performs field functions in the maintenance operations of streets, rights-of-way, fleet, parks, and facilities.

* Identifies maintenance needs, safety concerns, and potential improvements and reports them to supervisors.

* Performs basic field problem-solving to address maintenance tasks and service requests effectively.

* Operates hand tools, power tools, small equipment, and City vehicles safely and effectively.

* Operates equipment such as a backhoe, street sweeper, and forklift safely and effectively.

* Sets up and removes traffic control devices and follows all required safety practices.

* Works cooperatively with coworkers, other City departments, contractors, community groups, and external agencies.

* Responds to public inquiries and service requests with professionalism and provides basic information or assistance.

* Assists with event and facility setup and takedown, including moving equipment, staging materials, and preparing sites for City programs, events, and activities.

* Responds to after-hours call-outs and emergency situations as assigned.

* Inspects assigned work areas, equipment, and facilities for hazards or needed repairs.

* Completes basic written or electronic logs, forms, and work records.

* Performs related duties as assigned.

Representative Duties - Parks and Facilities Maintenance Program (As Assigned): * Performs landscape and grounds maintenance including turf care, planting, pruning, irrigation repair, weeding, and general upkeep of parks, medians, and landscaped areas.

* Operates mowers, trimmers, blowers, hedgers, chain saws, and related landscape equipment.

* Performs routine facility maintenance such as painting, minor carpentry, plumbing repairs, lighting replacement, cleaning, and graffiti removal.

* Assists with playground and facility inspections to identify hazards or maintenance needs.

* Supports custodial and facility upkeep tasks, including trash removal and restroom cleaning.

Representative Duties - Street Maintenance Program (As Assigned): * Performs maintenance and repair of streets, rights-of-way, and drainage systems including asphalt patching, concrete work, sign installation, street painting, and storm drain cleaning.

* Installs and maintains traffic control devices, barricades, and warning signs.

* Conducts vegetation management, weed abatement, litter and debris removal, and graffiti removal.

* Participates in storm response, emergency operations, debris removal, and temporary traffic control.

Representative Duties - Fleet Maintenance Program (As Assigned): Conducts regular preventative maintenance, checks, and services for City vehicles and equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education/Certification: * High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate.

* Possession of or ability to obtain a Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Certification.

* Possession and maintenance of a valid California Class C driver's license.

* Must have and maintain good driving record.

Experience: * Maintenance Worker I: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in maintenance, construction, or related public works functions.

Knowledge: * Principles and practices of streets, rights-of-way, fleet, parks, and facilities maintenance.

* Equipment, tools, and materials used in public works maintenance.

* Regulations, codes, standards, and/or policies of state and/or federal occupational safety and health, accessibility (Americans with Disabilities Act), and environmental protection.

Skills/Abilities: * Safely operate and maneuver vehicles, tools, and equipment.

* Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.

* Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks in assigned operational areas.

* Maintain physical condition appropriate to assigned duties (lifting, standing, walking, bending). * Follow oral and written instructions independently and accurately.

* Use basic computer applications, including email, work order and service request systems, time entry/calendars, and simple written communication.

* Operate basic office equipment.

* Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

* Provide professional and responsive customer service to the public, coworkers, and other departments.

* Maintain organization and attention to detail in assigned work.

SELECTION PROCESS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION To be Considered - Apply by March 22, 2026, at 11:59 pm Applications must be submitted online.

Click Here to Apply: Maintenance Worker I Employment Opportunity Application materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications.

Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications are not accepted.

Please be sure to review the complete job description: Click Here: Maintenance Worker I Job Description The City of Carpinteria provides a comprehensive employee benefit package to full-time employees and their eligible dependents.

The following provides a summary of benefits: Full-Time Employee Benefits 01 Instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire: The application and supplemental questionnaire will serve as primary tools in evaluating your qualifications for this position.

The information you provide will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and identify candidates who are best qualified to advance in the selection process.

Please note: *Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

*A resume and cover letter may be attached; however, they will not substitute for completing the job experience section of the application or the supplemental questionnaire.

*Responses such as "see resume," "see application," or "see attached" are considered incomplete and may result in disqualification.

Acknowledgement By selecting "Yes" below, you confirm that: 1.

You have read and understood the job description (link provided in the job posting) and these instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire.

2.

Your application and supplemental questionnaire responses accurately reflect your training, education, and experience.

3.

You understand that your responses are subject to verification.

* Yes * No 02 Indicate the types of tools and equipment that you have experience operating (Select all that apply): * Personal protective equipment (e.g.

head, face, ear, eye, foot protection) * Hand tools (e.g.

hammers, shovels, rakes, screwdrivers, wrenches) * Power tools (e.g.

drills, saws, grinders) * Landscape equipment (e.g.

mowers, trimmers, blowers) * Heavy equipment (e.g.

backhoe, loader, street sweeper, forklift) * None of the above 03 Indicate which of the following types of work have you performed in either a paid or volunteer capacity (Select all that apply): * Street or roadway maintenance (asphalt repair, patching, striping, signage, traffic control) * Parks or landscape maintenance (mowing, irrigation repair, pruning, planting) * Facility maintenance (painting, minor carpentry, plumbing, lighting repair) * Fleet or vehicle maintenance (preventative maintenance, inspections, basic repairs) * Storm drain or drainage maintenance * None of the above 04 Describe your work experience performing maintenance, construction, or similar field work.

In your response, include the employer name, job title, dates of employment, and a brief description of the duties you performed.

If none, indicate "N/A." 05 Describe your experience performing parks maintenance including landscape and grounds work (e.g.

mowing, trimming, planting, irrigation, weed abatement, plumbing, electrical, backflow prevention devices). In your response, include the employer name, job title, dates of employment, equipment or systems used, and a brief description of the duties performed.

If none, indicate "N/A." Required Question Employer City of Carpinteria Address 5775 Carpinteria Avenue Carpinteria, California, 93013 Phone Website