Parks Maintenance Worker I

Salary: $4,539.86 - $5,518.20 Monthly
Location : Chula Vista, CA
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Number: 26661908
Department: PW - Operations
Division: Public Works Admin
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: 8/13/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


Description and Essential Functions

Position Summary
To perform a wide variety of routine manual work in the care and maintenance of park and recreational facilities; to operate and maintain related tools and equipment; and to perform related work as assigned. This is the entry level class in the Park Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Park Maintenance Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbent works under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

Essential Functions
Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: perform a wide variety of routine manual work in the care and maintenance of park and recreational facilities; operate and maintain a variety of hand and power landscaping tools and equipment, including hand and power mowers, gang mowers, small tractors, spreaders, rototillers, loaders, sprayers, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmer, weed eaters, chainsaws, rakes, shovels, hoes, pruners, brooms and other tools; mow, trim, edge, fertilize, aerate and water lawns, medians, parks and other assigned areas. Clean and maintain park grounds and other assigned areas, including athletic fields, tennis courts, paved areas, paths, walkways, playgrounds, and stairways; inspect assigned areas and correct or report safety hazards; clean, maintain and restock restrooms and other park buildings; pick up organic debris, trash and litter; weed, prune, mulch and prepare soil for planting; seed and re-sod lawn areas; plant trees, seedlings and shrubs as directed; perform basic painting, plumbing and carpentry work incidental to park maintenance activities; assist in planning landscaping and irrigation systems; install, repair and maintain irrigation systems; trap rodents as necessary; operate City trucks, trailers and tractors with attachments skillfully and safely; observe safe work methods and use safety equipment; secure worksites from traffic hazards as necessary; keep work related records using a computer; assist in the instruction and training of less experienced staff; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer services; perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be some experience in gardening or landscape work and formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.


License or Certificate : Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: some methods of maintaining a variety of lawns, ground cover, plants, shrubs, and hedges; some safe work methods and safety regulations; basic use and minor maintenance of commonly used hand and power tools and equipment related to assignment; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to: learn and follow proper work methods and landscape maintenance techniques; learn practices and procedures of traffic control and flagging; learn to use, maintain, and operate landscaping tools and equipment; learn to recognize common plants, plant diseases and insect pests; drive City vehicles observing legal and defensive driving practices; learn pertinent rules, laws and policies relative to area of assignment; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions
On a continuous basis walk, stand, bend, crouch or stoop, sit in jolting cab for varying periods of time; use hands and fingers to grasp tools; make repetitive hand and body motions; twist and reach below and above shoulder, climb ladders and perform physical activities on a continual basis; communicate in person, use a two-way radio, and use the telephone; lift or carry 50 pounds or less. See in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to a variety of weather conditions, traffic, noise, physical barriers, and around heavy equipment; work with exposure to fumes and odors of fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, and pesticides.

Additional Information

Recruitment No. 26661908
To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail. Unless otherwise noted, a passing score must be achieved at each step of the selection process in order to have your name placed on the eligibility list for hiring consideration.
Notes : The examination materials for this recruitment are validated, copyrighted and/or inappropriate for review. The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended.
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The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History/Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.

• I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above.

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EXPERIENCE: Do you have experience performing maintenance, landscaping work, or similar duties at a public park?

• Yes
• No

03


Do you have experience performing gardening and landscaping work such as planting, fertilizing and cultivating trees, lawns and shrubs, and performing general grounds maintenance work involving the operation and maintenance of grounds equipment?

• Yes
• No

04


Which of the following best describes your experience in gardening or landscape work with a company, agency or organization?

• I have five or more years of experience in gardening or landscaping for a company or organization.
• I have at least three years but less than five years of experience in gardening or landscaping for a company or organization.
• I have at least one year but less than three years of experience in gardening or landscaping for a company or organization.
• I have less than one year of experience in gardening or landscaping for a company or organization.
• My experience in gardening and landscaping work is for myself, family, and/or friends only.
• I have no experience.

05


Please describe your verifiable landscape maintenance and/or park maintenance experience noted in the question above, in more detail. If you do not have experience, please indicate "No experience". Your response must include the following information:
a. Organization/agency where you gained your experience;
b. Position title;
c. Dates of employment;
d. Description of duties performed.
06


Below is a list of duties performed by a Parks Maintenance Worker I. Please check all the duties you have done as a paid gardener, landscaper, parks and/or grounds or tree maintenance worker or other similar position(s) for a company or organization.

• Preparing grounds for planting
• Performing general grounds maintenance
• Utilizing power operated gardening equipment
• Mowing the grass
• Edging the grass
• Maintaining indoor plants
• Servicing small equipment
• Plant displays
• Transplanting plants/flowers
• Fertilizing/Conditioning soil
• Working with irrigation systems
• Working with annuals, perennials, trees, and shrubs
• None of the above

07


Below are some tools used by a Parks Maintenance Worker I. Please check all the equipment that you have experience using as a paid gardener, landscaper, parks and/or grounds or tree maintenance worker or other similar position(s) for a company or organization.

• Back pack sprayer
• Blower
• Edger
• Gang mower
• Hand pruner
• Hedge trimmer
• Lopper
• Pole saw
• Push mower
• Weed eater
• None of the above

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WORKING CONDITIONS
This position may require you to work overtime, off-hours shifts and on-call on a rotation-basis when necessary due to an emergency and/or in the interest of the efficiency of the department.


Are you willing to work overtime, off-hours shifts and on-call when necessary on a rotation basis?

• Yes
• No

09



CERTIFICATES:
Do you have any of the following certificates? Please mark all that apply.

• Backflow Certification
• California Qualified Applicator's Certification
• Certified Playground Safety Inspector
• None of the above

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APPLICANT'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)
The City of Chula Vista's Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following:

1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails , i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc.

2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records.

• I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.

Required Question