Maintenance Worker I

Salary : $46,051.20 - $59,820.80 Annually
Location : Oceanside, CA, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2627-18
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 8/28/2026 4:00 PM Pacific


Introduction
THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
The City of Oceanside is currently accepting applications for current and future vacancies for the position of Maintenance Worker I. There is currently one vacancy in the Public Works Department - Streets Division.
The ideal candidate will be working in Public Works as part of the team that supports maintenance and/or repair of streets and flood control. Employees in this role will routinely assist in the inspection, troubleshooting, and repairing of a wide variety of street and flood control equipment and inspections of equipment and preventive maintenance on equipment.

Examples of Duties
The Maintenance Worker I performs a variety of maintenance, construction and repair work on various facilities and structures within an assigned area including construction, repair and maintenance of streets, parks, buildings, signs, trees, roadsides, medians, water or sewer systems, docks and piers; installs, maintains, and repairs water, sewer and irrigation mains and pipes; cuts and fits pipes; taps water mains; repairs leaks; installs meters, valves laterals and regulators; assists in the repair and maintenance of pumps, motors and related water and sewer equipment; maintains pump stations; installs and repairs fire hydrants; makes routine repairs to structures including plumbing, painting and carpentry work; sets up traffic control devices and performs flagging functions; directs and controls traffic; performs street cuts for excavation and replacement of new asphalt; removes and replaces concrete and asphalt; mixes, rakes and spreads asphalt; seals cracks and patches streets; performs pot hole patching and surface repairs; constructs forms; mixes and pours cement; finishes cement on curbs, gutters and sidewalks; operates street painting equipment in the placing of lines and warning notices on streets; maintains roadways by removing sand, gravel and debris from streets; cleans and maintains storm drains, pipes and catch basins; maintains parks, parkways, athletic fields, and medians including mowing, pruning and weed eating; inspects, maintains and repairs playground equipment; installs and maintains irrigation systems; prunes trees and shrubs; removes tree stumps and roots; cleans and maintains walks, roadsides, gutters, curbs, culverts, restrooms and other facilities; gathers and removes garbage from grounds and facilities; applies pesticides, herbicides and fertilizes grounds; lays sod; seeds greens; performs building maintenance and construction functions including new construction, framing, drywall and painting; repairs pier decking and docks; replaces piling caps and cross beams; operates a variety of construction and maintenance equipment and power tools such as dump trucks, vactor trucks, rodder trucks, tractors, front end loaders, skip loaders, aerial boom trucks, backhoes, grader, paving machine, compressor, jack hammer, paint sprayer, sand-blaster, and concrete saw; hauls equipment and materials to and from sites; installs, repairs and replaces street signs and posts; cleans and maintains existing signs; removes graffiti from City property; operates mowers, edgers and pruners; performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment; maintains inventory of parts and supplies; cleans and maintains maintenance shop, tools, work space and equipment; responds to emergencies as needed; and performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of :

• Basic methods and techniques of general maintenance, construction and repair related to the area of work assigned.
• Methods and techniques of grounds keeping including mowing, fertilizing and application of chemicals.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to :

• Perform a variety of maintenance, construction and repair work in the area of work assigned.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Learn operational characteristics of equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned.
• Learn basic methods and techniques of concrete finishing and repair.
• Learn basic methods and techniques of street maintenance, repair and asphalt overlay.
• Learn basic techniques of street striping and sign installation.
• Learn basic techniques of carpentry, plumbing, painting, welding and electrical maintenance and repair.
• Learn basic methods and techniques of irrigation systems design, installation and maintenance.
• Learn operational characteristics of water distribution and sewer systems.
• Learn practices and procedures of traffic control and flagging.
• Learn methods and techniques of safe chemical use, storage and disposal.
• Learn tree care, pruning and maintenance duties.
• Learn fertilizer composition and application.
• Learn pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Learn to use and operate a variety of maintenance and repair equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Learn to pave roads and repair damaged sidewalks.
• Learn to locate and mark water and sewer mains and services.
• Maintain and repair a variety of tools and equipment.
• Repair and replace street signs.
• Mow, edge, trim and clean park grounds.
• Understand and follow 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.

Experience: Some maintenance, construction or repair experience is desirable.

Training : Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License : Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Working Conditions and Selection Process
Environmental Conditions : Field environment, travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, inclement weather conditions, potentially hazardous chemicals or waste and infectious materials; work in or with water; work at heights on scaffolding and ladders; work in confined spaces, underground, on slippery or uneven surfaces and around heavy equipment.
Physical Conditions : Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing, walking, sitting, bending, or kneeling for prolonged periods of time; heavy, moderate or light lifting and carrying; pulling, pushing, reaching; operating motorized vehicles and equipment.

Selection Process: All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The process may include any combination of a written exam, oral board exam, and/or skills assessment to further evaluate job-related qualifications. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligible list for a period of six months.

Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination which may include a drug screening.
RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.

CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION PACKAGE.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.
CITY OF OCEANSIDE

Oceanside City Employees' Association

Benefit Summary

The following is a highlight of benefits
Retirement
Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)

• Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are subject to the State laws of PEPRA in regard to retirement benefits. Each individual's benefits may differ. Consult with Employee Benefits for further details.
• Third Level 1959 Survivor Credit
• Survivor Continuation option

Additional Retirement Credit Purchase Options

• Buy additional Service Retirement Credit prior to membership
• Service Credit for unused Sick Leave
• Buy additional Military Service Credit

Health Insurance

Medical/Vision: (First of the month following 60 days)

• Kaiser plan provided through Teamster Medical Trust. For more information please contact #View phone number on click.appcast.io

Dental: (First of the Month following hire)

• Delta Preferred Option (DPO)
• Delta Care USA (DHMO)

Pre-Tax Benefits

Health benefits are offered on a pre-tax basis and employees cannot add or delete coverage or benefits unless a qualifying event has occurred.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Anthem EAP is paid for by the City.

• Available to all members of your household
• 6 free confidential counseling visits per incident
• Self-service support online or by phone

Disability and Life Insurances

The STD/LTD/LIFE and AD&D Lincoln Financial premiums are paid for by City.
Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance:

• First 90 days - benefits paid at 55% of weekly salary to a maximum weekly benefit of $700 for non-work related disability only
• Seven day waiting period unless hospitalized
• All sick leave must be exhausted before STD is used

Long-Term Disability Insurance:

• After 90 days - benefits paid at 66.7% of monthly salary to a maximum monthly benefit of $6,000 for any disability

Life and AD&D Insurance:

• 1 times annual base salary; minimum of $30,000 and maximum of $200,000 of Basic Life and AD&D

Voluntary Benefits

Benefits are employee paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial:

• Premiums are determined by age
• Purchased up to a maximum $500,000 for employees
• Spousal coverage up to the employee amount
• Dependent coverage up to $10,000

Flexible Spending Accounts through BCC:

• Utilizes a debit card as a form of payment
• Health Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $3,400
• Dependent Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $7,500

Deferred Compensation - 457 through Empower:

• 457 - Maximum annual pre/post-taxed amount is $24,500 for 2026; over age 50 may contribute an additional $8,000

MetLife Legal Plan

• Telephone and office consultations are available for an unlimited number for personal legal matters with an attorney of your choice.

GotZoom Student Loan Relief

• Provides a no-obligation benefit analysis for federal student loans to identify, maximize and enroll employees into Federal Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs.

ScholarShare 529

• An easy to manage plan that helps make the most of your or a designated beneficiary's college savings with tax benefits.

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $2,000 per fiscal year

Leave Benefits
Vacation:


1 - 5 years: 3.58 hours
6 - 10 years: 5.12 hours
11 - 15 years: 6.65 hours
16 + years: 8.19
Maximum accrual:

• 360 hours for those hired before 7/1/95
• 300 hours for those hired 7/1/95 or after

Holidays:

• New Years' Day
• Martin Luther King Jr Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• 48 hours Floating Holidays per fiscal year

Sick Leave:
Accrual: 12 days per year

Max accrual: Unlimited
Annual Sick Leave Pay Off:


Each calendar year an employee may elect to receive a 50% payment in lieu of accrued sick leave provided such employee has used 3 work days (maximum of 36 hours) or less of sick leave during the calendar year and has a minimum of 100 hours in their sick leave bank prior to the cash out request.
Sick Leave pay off at separation:

• Sick leave paid out depends on years of service and whether an employee retires or terminates

Bereavement Leave:

• Three days for death of employee's immediate family member
• Two additional days may be charged to sick leave upon approval

Certification Pay

The City will provide certification pay up to $1.00 per hour for employees utilizing designated certifications in the performance of their duties.

Bilingual and Notary Pay
Bilingual: $1.73 per hour for eligible employees

Notary: $.58 per hour for eligible employees

Uniforms

The City will provide uniforms for any employee required by the City to wear such uniform in the course of their regular job duties.


Commercial Driver License
The City will reimburse the application cost of Commercial Class A or B Driver License to full-time employees in certain classifications.

Safety Shoes
The City will provide reimbursement up to $200 towards the purchase price of safety shoes to employees who are required to wear such shoes on the job.

Term of Compensation Plan
Effective July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2026
This is a summary of available benefits. It is not intended to provide full details of all programs. The appropriate Memorandum of Understanding, Compensation Plan and/or Benefit Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies and provide program specifics.

01


Do you possess education equivalent to a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess an appropriate, valid CA driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you comfortable working in varying weather conditions, work in wet and/or odorous areas.

• Yes
• No

04


How many years of experience do you have in flood control and street maintenance.

• None
• 6 months - 1 year
• 2-3 years
• 4+ years

05


Please describe your confined space work experience, trainings and/or certifications. Please attach any certifications you have listed, you will be asked to provide documentation prior to an interview if no attachment is provided. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE IN MONTHS/YEARS.
06


Please describe your experience with preventative maintenance, include any software programs as it relates to this area of experience. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE IN MONTHS/YEARS.
07


Please describe your work experience with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) procedures. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE IN MONTHS/YEARS.
08


Please describe your work experience in the use of tools and equipment. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE IN MONTHS/YEARS.
09


Please describe your work experience with driving heavy equipment and machinery. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE IN MONTHS/YEARS.
10


Please describe your experience with troubleshooting, inspecting and repairing mechanical equipment. PLEASE INCLUDE THE COMPANY, TYPE OF WORK SITE AND LENGTH OF TIME IN MONTHS/YEARS WITH THIS EXPERIENCE.
11


Please describe your experience with providing written and verbal communication to customers, vendors, and other department members or agencies. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE IN MONTHS/YEARS.
12


Describe your experience working with hand and power tools used for installation maintenance and repair activities.(Sand blaster, grinder, oxygen-acetylene torch, hydraulic/electrical tools, alignment tools) PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME OF EXPERIENCE WITH EACH TOOL.
13


Please describe your experience with the following heavy equipment (skip loader, cranes/rigging, forklift, frontend loader, backhoe, aerial boom trucks). PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE WITH EACH TOOL.
14


How would you describe your work experience with street and flood maintenance, including the length of time of years and level of experience.

• Basic
• Intermediate
• Advanced
• None
• 6 months - 1 year
• 2-3 years
• 4+ years

15


Please Indicate any certifications you may have, including local, state or industry specific certifications. Attach to your application if possible, will be asked to provide documentation prior to interview.

• CPR/AED/First Aid
• Class A Driver License
• Forklift Certificate
• Asset Management
• CWEA Certification
• California State Water Certificate
• Additional Water Certificate
• Other

16


CERTIFICATE OF APPLICANT: I certify that all statements and information provided in this application and any attachments are true, and I understand that any false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts may forfeit right to employment considerations by the City of Oceanside.

• Yes
• No

Required Question