Maintenance Worker I/II - Parks
About The Position
The City of Vacaville is seeking applications for the position of Maintenance Worker I/II - Parks. This role involves performing a variety of maintenance, repair, installation, and construction work related to parks and other City landscape areas. The position is flexibly staffed and can be filled at either the entry-level Maintenance Worker I or the journey-level Maintenance Worker II. This recruitment will also establish an eligibility list for future use over the next 12 months. The City of Vacaville offers a beautiful place to live and a great place to work, with benefits such as flexible/hybrid work schedules, competitive pay, and a generous benefits and retirement package.
Requirements
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
- Maintenance Worker I: One (1) year of experience in construction and maintenance work.
- Maintenance Worker II: Two years of experience in public works general construction, maintenance and repair work, including the operation of some power-driven equipment.
- Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record.
- Possession of a Qualified Applicators Certificate from State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation is required for Maintenance Worker II.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in public works is desirable.
- Understanding of methods, tools, materials and equipment used in landscape maintenance.
- Ability to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled construction tasks.
- Familiarity with operation of a variety of power tools and landscape equipment.
- Knowledge of municipal irrigation systems.
Responsibilities
- Performs turf, irrigation and tree maintenance
- Performs routine maintenance of restrooms
- Applies a variety of pesticides and herbicides that control or eradicate pests and weeds
- Maintains parks to enhance beauty in a horticultural plan
- Operates spray units for spraying lawns and trees
Benefits
- Medical Insurance at affordable rates - City covers up to 85% of Kaiser Premium, other plans are also available
- Vision and Dental Insurance monthly premiums covered 100% by the City
- Paid sick leave, vacation leave, thirteen holidays and two floating holidays a year
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
- Deferred compensation plan with City contribution, no employee match required
- California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) plan enrollment and Retiree Health Savings account
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
