Public Works Maintenance Worker I

Salary : $44,304.00 - $59,779.20 Annually
Location : Orange County
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 3512OS-0626-080 (O)
Department: OC Public Works
Opening Date: 06/24/2026
Closing Date: 7/9/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


CAREER DESCRIPTION
PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE WORKER I
SALARY INFORMATION

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment is open to the public and will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Public Works Maintenance Worker I vacancies. This eligible list may also be utilized to fill positions in similar and/or lower level classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on

Thursday, July 9 , 2026 at 11:59 PM (PT)

OC PUBLIC WORKS OCPW is a unique County department comprised of ten (10) service areas: Administrative Services, Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights & Measures; OC Construction; OC Development Services; OC Environmental Resources; OC Facilities Design & Construction and CUF; OC Facilities Maintenance; OC Fleet Services; OC Infrastructure Programs; OC Operations & Maintenance.
OC Operations & Maintenance
OC Operations and Maintenance (O&M) is a service area within OC Public Works (OCPW) whose goal is to serve the citizens of Orange County by providing a safe environment and enhanced quality of life through maintenance of public roads, flood control channels, and bikeways. O&M provides a variety of services to Orange County's unincorporated areas and is responsible for maintaining 350 miles of roadway, 65 bridges, 380 miles of flood control channels, 6 dams, 10 pumping stations, and 26 basins. O&M also provides public works services for cities via service contracts. In addition, O&M plays a crucial role in responding to the needs of the public during and after emergency incidents, such as storms, wildfires, and mudslides.
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THE OPPORTUNITY The immediate vacancies for Public Works Maintenance Worker I will be within the Heavy Equipment Operations Unit and Traffic Operations Unit.

Assignments at this level include, but are not limited to, road stenciling, curb painting, raised pavement marker (RPM) installations, hand-patch asphalt, concrete patching, graffiti removal, vegetation trimming, trash or debris removal, sign installation and repair, fencing which includes pouring foundations, installing or repairing gates, and arc welding.


CORE COMPETENCIES
The successful candidate will demonstrate one (1) year of experience performing construction or related laboring duties requiring the use of hand and power tools, motors, engines, compressors, or pumps.

In addition, the ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in the following core competencies:

Technical Knowledge & Experience

• Performing heavy manual laboring tasks safely and efficiently
• Performing construction work assignments, using construction tools and equipment
• Performing landscape maintenance, vegetation removal and trimming, debris cleaning, and maintaining road rights-of-way

Safety Practices

• Performing safe work practices with the appropriate use of tools, equipment, and materials, traffic control, utility construction, and construction site situational awareness
• Following strict guidelines for traffic safety regulations
• Knowledgeable about Public Works, and State and Federal regulations, including reporting requirements

Communication Skills

• Effectively communicating with supervisors, co-workers and the public
• Following written and oral instructions and schedules
• Working cooperatively with others
• Maintaining accurate written documentation

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Public Works Maintenance Worker I
REQUIRED LICENSE
Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C, before date of appointment, is required for most assignments.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.

Online Exam | Multiple Choice (Weighted 100%)
An online exam consisting of job-related questions will be administered. Candidates who pass this test will be referred to the next step. This is a standardized test and there are no study guides available.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

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 selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

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

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


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Questions? For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contactBrian Quinlan at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at

EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
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INSTRUCTIONS: The information you provide on this questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your level of expertise during the recruitment process. Be as specific as possible and include all information requested. If you do not have experience in an area, please answer "No experience." Statements such as "see application" or "see resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a response. All employers referenced on this questionnaire must be listed in your application.
Do you understand these instructions?

• Yes

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Please select the option that best describes your work experience performing construction and/or related laboring duties requiring the use of hand and power tools, motors, engines, compressors or pumps.

• Two (2) or more years of work experience performing construction and/or related laboring duties requiring the use of hand and power tools, motors, engines, compressors or pumps
• More than one (1) year but less than two (2) years of work experience performing construction and/or related laboring duties requiring the use of hand and power tools, motors, engines, compressors or pumps
• Less than one (1) year of work experience performing construction and/or related laboring duties requiring the use of hand and power tools, motors, engines, compressors or pumps
• No Experience

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In reference to question #2, please describe your experience performing construction and/or related laboring duties requiring the use of hand and power tools, motors, engines, compressors or pumps. Your response should include:

• Name of employer/organization
• Dates of experience
• Level of responsibility
• Job duties

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Please select all the area(s) in which you have knowledge and experience. It is not required to have knowledge and experience in every area listed.

• Sign Installation and Maintenance
• Concrete and Asphalt Repair/Maintenance
• Traffic Control and Safety
• Light Construction
• Graffiti Removal
• Traffic Paint Markings
• Landscaping and Vegetation Removal
• Trash and Debris Removal
• Fence Repair/Maintenance
• None of the Above

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Possession of a valid California Driver License, Class C, before date of appointment, is required. Do you currently possess a valid Driver License, Class C?

• Yes, I possess a valid California Driver License, Class C
• No, I do not possess a valid California Driver License, Class C
• I do not currently possess a valid California Driver License, Class C, but have the ability to possess one by the date of appointment as required

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Employees may be designated as a "key responder" and as such shall be required to respond to an emergency or disaster during non-normal working hours. Are you willing to work in these conditions?

• Yes
• No

Required Question