Parks Maintenance Worker I / II
We're looking for highly motivated, reliable, and team-oriented individuals to join the Community Services Department for multiple positions as Parks Maintenance Worker I / II. The City's Parks Maintenance Workers maintain urban parks, street medians, the downtown, and other public facilities. You will join a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, perform preventive maintenance and repairs, and provide exceptional customer service. The position can be filled at the I or II level depending on the qualifications of the individual. If you are looking to provide excellent customer service while supporting vital City functions, this position is for you!
What You'll Do :
- Inspect park grounds, structures, medians and related facilities for safety and appearance.
- Clean park grounds, structures and playing fields of debris, weeds and hazardous conditions.
- Set up for special events at parks, buildings and facilities.
- Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, turf grass, and plants throughout the City.
- Check and repair irrigation systems and program irrigation controllers.
- Operate light grounds maintenance equipment and various hand and power tools.
The Essentials :
Parks Maintenance Worker I :
Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th gradeValid California Class C diver licenseBonus Points : One year of experience in landscape maintenance, construction or maintenance work including some semi-skilled assignmentsParks Maintenance Worker II :
Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to the Parks Maintenance Worker I position in the City of Mountain ViewEducation equivalent to completion of the 12th gradeValid California Class C driver's licenseQualified Pesticide Applicator Certificate may be required for some positionsBonus Points : Possession of a valid California Class A driver licenseAre We a Match?
You work well both in a team-oriented environment and independently.You are adaptable, flexible and can handle complaints and questions from the public.You are self-motivated and diligent in a busy work environment.You are safety-oriented with the ability to work on a variety of projects throughout the workday.You are a self-starter and have the knowledge to troubleshoot when issues arise.Apply Now
Submit your application and resume online at governmentjobs.com or to the Human Resources Department, City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309. Please provide a valid email address on your application. Application materials will be screened continuously, with a first application review date of Thursday, October 23, 2025. This recruitment may close at any time.
Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to the following process :
Oral Board Interview Panel (weighted 100%) via video conference (Zoom) to be conducted in early November.In-person Department Interview Select candidates who pass the oral board interview may be invited to meet with staff from the Community Services Department for a more in-depth discussion regarding the position and their qualifications.Depending on the number of applicants, this process may be altered.