| Location | Fullerton, CA |
| Salary | $47,860.80–$61,110.40 Per Year |
Senior Maintenance Worker I
Salary
$47,860.80 - $61,110.40 Annually
Location
City of Fullerton, CA
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
2026- Sr Maint Worker
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
10/19/2026
Closing Date
11/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
The City of Fullerton is seeking a skilled and reliable Senior Maintenance Worker I to join our Public Works team. In this vital role, you'll help keep our city's infrastructure safe, clean, and fully operational-from streets and facilities to parks and public spaces. We're looking for someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, leads by example, and is ready to make a lasting difference in the community they serve.
Apply today and help us keep Fullerton shining!
What Youll Be Doing:
What Were Looking For:
Why Join Us:
The Public Works Department employs Senior Maintenance Workers I in the following divisions:
Building and FacilityThe Building and Facility Maintenance Division handles the maintenance and repairs for all city buildings and facilities including 71 buildings, 32 park facilities, and all city-owned electrical equipment. Duties include general carpentry, electrical and HVAC maintenance, plumbing, general repairs, parking structure maintenance, swimming pool maintenance and repair, street light maintenance, and a variety of other related projects.
LandscapeThe Landscape Maintenance Division serves the community by maintaining and preserving Fullerton's green space and recreational areas that include 52 parks, 28 miles of recreational trails, 30 acres of median islands, 40,000 trees in public rights-of-way, and other city-owned property. Operations include landscape maintenance, irrigation repair and maintenance, recreational trail maintenance, preparation and maintenance of sports fields, weed abatement, pesticide application, tree and shrub planting, pruning, and removal, as well as emergency cleanup of downed trees.
SewerThe Sewer Division ensures the maintenance and rehabilitation of more than 330 miles of sewer pipe within the city. Staff provides routine and emergency mainline cleaning and has developed a program to clean private sewer lateral clogs from city-owned trees. The division also manages a Fats, Oils, and Grease (F.O.G) control program to minimize sewer blockages. We partner with our Engineering Division to manage a comprehensive Capital Repair Program that keeps our sewer system safe and reliable.
Street
The Street Maintenance Division manages 285 miles of street and 400 miles of sidewalk. We preform street sign installation, maintain city storm drains, traffic legend painting, and striping public roadways, sidewalk concrete replacement, and asphalt pavement repairs (potholes to street pavement removal). The division also maintains channel storm drains, and city own parking lots in the downtown area. Position will be working next to equipment and exposed to working on city streets.
Water
The Water Division handles all aspects of the water system which includes the upgrade and repair of infrastructure, management of water production and delivery over 424 miles of distribution pipes, safeguards water quality, manages cross-connection/backflow prevention, water conservation programs, and supplies water utility and meter reading services for residents and businesses within the city.
Employment Guidelines
Education/Training/Experience:
Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Special Requirements:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Supplemental Information
BASED ON THE INFORMATION PRESENTED ON THE APPLICATION MATERIALS, applicants possessing the most suitable qualifications will be invited to a written examination, performance examination, oral interview, and/or other assessment instruments.
Candidates who successfully complete the assessment process for Senior Maintenance Worker I will be placed on an eligible list for the classifications, which will remain in effect for at least one year or until an insufficient number of candidates remain on the list.
Current City of Fullerton employees may be given preference during the testing and/or selection process.
All employment offers, including appointment offers to City of Fullerton employees, are conditional based upon the successful completion of a background and medical examination performed by the Citys designated physician, at City expense. Medical exams are administered to assess an individuals ability to perform the physical requirements of this position. In addition, City of Fullerton employees that are appointed to safety-sensitive classifications and all new hires will undergo a drug screen.
All new hires will be fingerprinted. Fingerprints are verified by the State of California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Senior Maintenance Worker I appointees will serve a 12-month probationary period.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that you must be a U.S. citizen, or an alien lawfully authorized to work in the United States to be eligible for hire. All new hires will be required to provide documentation to verify their status.
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 Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, political or religious affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, other non-job related physical or mental disability, medical condition, or other functional limitation in employment or the provision of service. The City is committed to making its programs, services, and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact the Human Resources Office at (714) 738-6361 prior to the filing deadline. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.
Fullerton is renowned for its unique mix of residential, business, educational, and cultural environments. Boasting a population of approximately 140,000 citizens, Fullerton is a community with a strong sense of tradition and takes pride in providing an atmosphere that allows for both the preservation of its historic past and opportunities to meet the challenges of the future. Known as the "Education Community", Fullerton is also home to award-winning elementary and secondary school systems, plus five universities and colleges, including Cal State Fullerton.
We are a full-service city comprised of nine departments, that include our own city staffed Fire and Police departments. Additionally, the city oversees a general aviation airport, a library, and a variety of recreational buildings, facilities, and activities. As a mid-sized organization providing a variety of services to both internal and external customers, employees are afforded the opportunity to perform varied work within their job classifications.
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EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Employees under this classification are represented by the Fullerton Municipal Employees Federation (FMEF). For further information, please see the appropriate MOA: Fullerton Municipal Employees Federation (FMEF) MOA
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APPLICANT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT - Supplemental Questions I understand that my responses to the following questions should correspond with the information I provided in my applications "Education", "Work Experience" and "Certificates and Licenses" sections.
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How many years of experience do you have performing maintenance-related work?
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Do you possess a valid California Class C drivers license?
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Do you possess a valid Class A or B California drivers license?
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If you answered "Yes" to question 4, please select endorsement type (select all that apply). Please attach applicable endorsements to your application.
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This position requires the ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including shift work, overtime, weekends, emergency callback and standby as needed. With or without reasonable accommodations, are you willing and able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate City needs?
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Please describe any additional knowledge, skills and/or abilities which you feel qualify you as a Senior Maintenance Worker I. If none, please type "N/A".
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APPLICANT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT - Application Complete Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all the information you have provided before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to make any changes or revisions. Your application submission will be reviewed and evaluated as submitted.
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Employer City of Fullerton
Address 303 W. Commonwealth Ave.
Fullerton, California, 92832
Phone 714-738-6361
Website http://www.cityoffullerton.com