Park Maintenance Worker - Parks



Park Maintenance Worker - Parks

Salary

$42,261.49 - $55,685.85 Annually

Location

Jurupa

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

25-85027-01

Department

Parks Department

Division

Reg Parks & Open-Space Dist

Opening Date

01/27/2025

Closing Date

2/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

ABOUT THE POSITION

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The County of Riverside seeks candidates to fill positions throughout Riverside County. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.


The Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District has an opportunity for a Park Maintenance Worker - Parks, who will be assigned to the Rancho Jurupa Park team, located in Jurupa Valley.

 

The Park Maintenance Worker - Parks is a first professional level classification and reports to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position. This classification is characterized by having as its primary function the performance of buildings and grounds maintenance duties. Incumbents may occasionally perform public contact duties such as answering questions of park users regarding park facilities and informing users of park rules and regulations.


The duties for this position include clearing and maintaining trails, conducting irrigation system maintenance and repair, as well as operating small to heavy equipment. The Park Maintenance Worker - Parks will also assist with construction projects, manage restroom upkeep and trash removal, and oversee work release participants. 

Within this role, candidate may be exposed to various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, and wind) and wildlife (raccoons, bobcats, coyotes, skunks, squirrels, wild pigs, and rattlesnakes). Candidate may also encounter insects (bees, mosquitos, and fire ants), noxious plants (poison oak), weather components (dust, dirt, and pollen), and noise from equipment (chainsaws and mowers). 

Competitive candidates will possess landscaping preventative maintenance experience, as well as professional experience with electrical and plumbing; supervisory experience, as well as building and grounds maintenance and building repair experience highly desired.

Class A driver's license preferred. 

Work Schedule: 
The position follows a 4/10 schedule with daily shifts from Friday to Monday, 6:30 am -5:00 pm. Regular days off will be Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week. 

Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District is a nationally accredited agency who strives to be the regional leader in improving lives through people, parks, places, and programs. Their mission is to acquire, protect, develop, manage, and interpret for the inspiration, use, and enjoyment of all people, a well-balanced system of areas of outstanding scenic, recreational, and historic importance. 






EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES


• Clear and maintain trails (duties will require the use of chainsaws and hand tools to remove dead trees and branches). 

• Conduct irrigation system maintenance and repair. 
 
• Operate small-heavy equipment and utility vehicles (small tractor, utility carts, etc.).  
 
• Oversee work release participants. 

• Participate in construction projects for building repairs. 

• Participate in routine restroom upkeep and trash management. 

• Perform general maintenance of camp and picnic areas (duties include removing trash and debris from the lake and shoreline, and clearing brush and weeds throughout park grounds). 

• Perform general grounds and landscaping maintenance (duties include mowing, raking, cleaning, and watering the park grounds, as well as planting, trimming and caring for trees). 

• Perform minor electrical and plumbing repairs (duties include unclogging drains and addressing sewage lift stations).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Two years of performing grounds or building maintenance and repair, landscape gardening, or as a Park Attendant with the County of Riverside Parks Department. (College level courses from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to one year of the required experience on the basis of 30 semester or 45 quarter units equaling one year of full-time experience).
 
Knowledge of: Common tools, equipment, and materials used in maintenance work; basic vehicle preventive maintenance techniques. 

Ability to: Read and follow written instructions and write simple reports; perform a variety of routine grounds, building, equipment, and vehicle preventive maintenance and repair; operate equipment, and learn procedures and safety techniques used in performing maintenance and minor construction projects; deal courteously and tactfully with the general public.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

General Requirements 
A Class C Driver's License is required for this position. The Park Maintenance Worker will operate a variety of equipment, including small-heavy machinery, utility vehicles and a county issued truck, to complete daily tasks.

Physical Environment 
The Park Maintenance Worker role involves traversing over and working on uneven terrain; manipulating hand tools and equipment; exposure to varied and inclement weather; handling chemicals; adhering to welding safety; managing noise levels; and moving heavy objects (with or without reasonable accommodation). 
 
Some Regional Park and Open-Space District Park Maintenance Worker - Parks positions are designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive.

For positions which been designated by the DOT as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required.

Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.
 
For detailed requirements, visit DOT Requirements.

This recruitment is open to all applicants.

GENERAL INFORMATION
If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Shara Fowler at shfowler@rivco.org

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference 
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:  https://rivcocob.org/board-policies 

 

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability 

 

Proof of Education 
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

 

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

 

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).  A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

 

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

 

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. 

 

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

 

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com

 

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

Click here to learn more about the benefits of working for the County of Riverside

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT:  County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

  • Tier I (Classic Member – Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member – Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. As of July 1, 2023, the employee contribution is 8.25% and subject to change annually.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

  1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
  2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
  3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

 

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law.  The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change.  If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01
Are you a current regular, part time, temporary employee, or volunteer with the Riverside County Regional Park and Open Space District?
  • Yes
  • No
02
I understand the physical requirements and environmental conditions of this position, as outlined in the job posting, and I am fully willing and able to perform these duties in this environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Yes
  • No
03
I understand that this position requires the operation of vehicles and small-heavy equipment, and I am willing and able to perform these duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  • Yes
  • No
04
Select the answer that best describes your current driver’s license status:
  • I have a valid California Class C driver's license.
  • I am able to obtain a valid California driver's license.
  • I currently have a valid out-of-state driver's license, and am able to obtain a valid California driver's license.
  • I do not have and/or I am not able to obtain a California driver's license
05
How many years of experience do you have as a Park Attendant for the County of Riverside? (please include details in your application/resume)
  • No experience
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
06
How many years of experience do you have in building maintenance and repair OR grounds maintenance/landscape gardening? (please include details in your application/resume)
  • No experience
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
07
What is the highest level of education you have from an accredited college or university? (please upload proof to application)
  • None of these
  • Less than 30 semester or 45 quarter units
  • At least 30 semester or 45 quarter units
  • At least 60 semester or 90 quarter units
  • At least 90 semester or 135 quarter units
  • At least 120 semester or 180 units
  • I have my Associates degree
  • I have my Bachelors degree
  • I have my Masters degree
  • I have my Doctorate degree
08
Do you possess a valid Class A driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
09
How many years of professional experience do you have in plumbing? (please include details of experience in application/resume)
  • None
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
10
How many years of professional experience do you have in electrical? (please include details of experience in application/resume)
  • None
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
11
How many years of professional experience do you have with irrigation system maintenance and repair? (please include details in your application/resume)
  • No experience
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
12
How many years of professional experience do you have operating small-heavy machinery? (please include details in your application/resume)
  • No experience
  • Less than 12 months
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
13
How many years of supervisory experience do you have in building maintenance and repair OR grounds maintenance/landscape gardening? (please include details in your application/resume)
  • No experience
  • 12 months or less
  • 1 year or more, but less than 2 years
  • 2 years or more, but less than 3 years
  • 3 years or more, but less than 4 years
  • 4 years or more, but less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more

Required Question

Employer
County of Riverside
Address
County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone
(951) 955-3500