Maintenance Attendant (Part-Time)

City of Menifee • Menifee, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Menifee is recruiting for part-time Maintenance Attendants to support the Community Services Department’s upkeep of city landscapes, parks, and facilities. Under the guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor, the role involves hands-on maintenance, landscaping, facility preparation, and assistance to skilled workers. The work takes place in a dynamic outdoor environment and also provides experience in facility operations and customer service. This recruitment will establish an open eligible list for current and future Maintenance Attendant positions and may also be used to fill similar or lower classifications throughout the City. Applications close November 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PST, or when 50 completed applications have been received, whichever occurs first.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, at least six months of paid experience in maintenance, landscaping, groundskeeping, facility upkeep, or similar manual labor, and experience providing basic customer service to the public. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess, or be able to obtain and maintain by appointment, a valid California Driver’s License.

The position requires passing a medical examination, including drug, alcohol, and tuberculin screening, by a City-approved physician. Proof of a current negative tuberculin test is required before employment. The City also conducts a thorough background investigation. City facilities and vehicles are covered by a no-smoking policy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is identified as an ideal qualification.
• At least six months of paid experience performing maintenance, landscaping, groundskeeping, facility upkeep, or similar manual labor duties is identified as an ideal qualification.
• Experience providing basic customer service to the public is identified as an ideal qualification.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possess, or have the ability to obtain and maintain by the time of appointment, a valid California Driver’s License.
• Pass a medical examination, including drug, alcohol, and tuberculin test screening, by a City-approved physician.
• Provide proof of a current negative tuberculin test prior to employment.
• Pass the City’s background investigation.
• Meet the position’s physical demands, which include frequently walking, using hands to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls, reaching with hands and arms, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance tasks, including digging ditches, trenches, and potholes and loading and unloading dirt and materials.
• Maintain landscaped areas by cutting weeds, raking, watering, and caring for plants, shrubs, and flowers.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining athletic fields, including grading and shaping baseball diamonds.
• Support building maintenance activities such as painting, moving furniture, laying or removing carpets, and assisting with minor repairs.
• Assist skilled workers in various trades.
• Prepare facilities for reservations by clearing debris, sweeping, pressure washing, and posting signage.
• Operate City vehicles and equipment as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED