Park Maintenance Worker I

County of Orange

  • Orange County, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • $46,758.40–$58,156.80 Per Year

Highlights

Featuring 60,000 acres of parkland, open space and shoreline, Orange County's award-winning parks and programs are enjoyed by millions of residents and visitors each year, in ways as diverse as the parks themselves. The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings.

Numbers & Facts

LocationOrange County, CA
Salary$46,758.40–$58,156.80 Per Year

Description

Park Maintenance Worker I

Salary

$46,758.40 - $58,156.80 Annually

Location

Orange County

Job Type

Full-Time/Part-Time

Job Number

3024OS-0826-012 (O)

Department

OC Community Resources

Opening Date

08/11/2026

Closing Date

9/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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CAREER DESCRIPTION

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and the successful candidates qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Park Maintenance Worker I positions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 11:59 P.M. (PT)

OC PARKS

The County of Orange, OC Parks encompasses regional, wilderness and historical facilities, as well as coastal areas throughout the County of Orange in California. Featuring 60,000 acres of parkland, open space and shoreline, Orange County's award-winning parks and programs are enjoyed by millions of residents and visitors each year, in ways as diverse as the parks themselves. OC Parks' facilities offer a wide range of options for everyone, whether youre looking to engage in recreational activities, appreciate nature, or explore the history of Orange County. OC Parks is dedicated to managing its land and facilities in a manner that enhances public enjoyment while ensuring they are well-maintained and preserved for future generations.

Click here for more information on OC Community Resources Agency

Click here for more information on the County of Orange

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Park Maintenance Worker I position performs routine unskilled and semiskilled grounds maintenance, landscape, facility maintenance, and repair work.

Responsibilities and duties for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Cleaning and inspecting amenities such as bathrooms, offices, or outdoor areas
  • Performing hardscape and landscape maintenance, including debris removal, vegetation management, weed control, washing, raking, or concrete patching
  • Removing trash bags or litter and maintaining trash receptacles
  • Providing general custodial services, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and cleaning
  • Operating and maintaining small equipment
  • Performing administrative and customer service tasks, including public contact

CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in the following core competencies:

Technical Knowledge

  • Experience with landscaping and lawn care
  • Experience with basic plumbing, masonry, and carpentry work
  • Experience in hand and power tools used in facilities and ground maintenance and repair
  • Understanding and following maintenance practices and procedures
  • Understanding instructions and carrying out tasks verbally and in writing

Safety Savvy

  • Operating equipment and tools while following safe operating procedures.
  • Identifying, reporting, and correcting equipment problems in an efficient and timely manner

Customer Service

  • Documenting and resolving maintenance and customer service issues
  • Providing excellent customer service to park visitors

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Please click here for details on the Park Maintenance Worker I classification, including the physical, mental, environmental, and working conditions.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening, qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)

Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Online Assessment (Un-proctored, Weighted 100%)

Applicants who meet qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Applicants will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable.

Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

Eligible List

Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Based on the Countys needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Veterans Employment Preference

The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION

Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jaclynn Cipriano at Jaclynn.Cipriano@occr.oc.gov or (714) 480-2874.

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that Extra Help employees are not eligible for the benefits listed.

Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.

http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information

01

Please select the option below that best describes your experience as it relates to the job duties of the Park Maintenance Worker I classification. Note: The work experience section of your application should support your selection below.

  • I possess at least six (6) months of experience performing grounds-keeping or facilities maintenance and repair work in open spaces or facilities.
  • I possess some experience but less than six (6) months of experience performing grounds-keeping or facilities maintenance and repair work in open spaces or facilities.
  • I possess no experience in performing grounds-keeping or facilities maintenance and repair work in open spaces or facilities

02

In reference to your selection for Question #1 above, describe your experience performing groundskeeping or facilities maintenance and repair work in open spaces or facilities. Your response should include your employer, job title, level of responsibility, and length of time in the position. Responses that state "See Resume" or contain copied and pasted work experience do not qualify as acceptable responses. If you have no experience, please write, "N/A".

03

This recruitment will be used to create an eligible list to fill Full-Time, Part-Time, and Extra Help positions. This question may be utilized to selectively refer candidates for specific types of employment assignments. Please check all that apply. I am willing to accept:

  • Extra Help (Temporary position which typically lasts for up to 6 months but can be extended for up to 1 year)
  • Part-Time (Typically 20 hours per week or less)
  • Full-time (40 hours per week)

04

OC Parks is open 365 days per year. Incumbents should be prepared to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Please confirm your understanding of these work schedule expectations by selecting "Yes" below.

  • Yes

05

OC Parks encompasses regional, wilderness and historical facilities, as well as coastal areas throughout the County of Orange in California. Of the areas listed below, please indicate your preferred work location(s). Check all that apply. The selection(s) made may be used to selectively refer candidates by location after the eligible list has been established.

  • Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park - Laguna Niguel, CA
  • Carbon Canyon Regional Park - Brea, CA
  • Caspers Wilderness Park - San Juan Capistrano, CA
  • Clark Regional Park - Buena Park, CA
  • Craig Regional Park - Fullerton, CA
  • Dana Point Harbor - Dana Point, CA
  • Irvine Ranch Historic Park - Irvine, CA
  • Irvine Ranch Open Space - Silverado, CA
  • Irvine Regional Park - Orange, CA
  • Laguna Coast Wilderness Park - Laguna Beach, CA
  • Laguna Niguel Regional Park - Laguna Niguel, CA
  • Mason Regional Park - Irvine, CA
  • Mile Square Regional Park - Fountain Valley, CA
  • OC Zoo - Orange, CA
  • ONeill Regional Park - Trabuco Canyon, CA
  • Riley Wilderness Park - Coto de Caza, CA
  • Santiago Oaks Regional Park - Orange, CA
  • Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve - Newport Beach, CA
  • Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park - Foothill Ranch, CA
  • Yorba Regional Park - Anaheim, CA

06

Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C is required for most assignments before date of appointment. Do you currently hold a valid CA Class C Driver's License?

  • Yes. I currently possess a valid California Drivers License, Class C.
  • No. However, I understand that a valid California Drivers License is required for most assignments by the date of appointment, and I am fully prepared to obtain it by that time.

Required Question

Employer County of Orange

Address 400 W CIVIC CENTER DRIVE

Santa Ana, California, 92701

Phone 714-834-2555

Website https://hrs.oc.gov

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