Senior Maintenance Worker

Salary: $66,948.00 - $89,724.00 Annually
Location : Costa Mesa, CA, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 0403:05/26
Department: Public Works
Division: Maintenance Services
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Description
The City of Costa Mesa is seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Maintenance Worker to join our talented Public Works team!
WHY WORK FOR COSTA MESA:

The City of Costa Mesa, with the motto "City of the Arts", is one of California's most eclectic and vibrant cities. Located just one mile from the Pacific Ocean and in the heart of Orange County, Costa Mesa is a great place to live, work and play. The City offers exceptional employee benefits, opportunities for training and development, and prides itself on its Core Values of Integrity, Sustainability, Compassion, Innovation, Inclusion and Collaboration.

THE POSITION:
Senior Maintenance Workers perform semi-skilled and limited skilled work in the maintenance, repair and minor construction of municipal landscaped areas such as parks and parkways, streets and sidewalks, storm drains, buildings and related facilities. Incumbents perform manual tasks and operate a variety of power tools and medium to heavy-duty automotive and related equipment. Duties may include giving guidance and direction to lower-level maintenance workers and supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the assigned Supervisor. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy in the Maintenance Services - Streets Division.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND SELECTION PROCESS:
Applications must be completed and submitted online. This recruitment will remain open until filled and may close without prior notice, therefore prompt application is encouraged.


First application review date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Candidates are requested to provide specific information regarding their education and experience as it relates to the position by completing all fields of the application. Do not include "see attached resume" in your responses, as they will not be accepted or reviewed in the application process. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Additional documents will not be reviewed during the application evaluation process. If selected to proceed further in the recruitment process, an opportunity to provide work samples, letters of recommendation, etc. will be appropriate during the interview process.


Based upon the information presented on the application, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, physical examination, practical exercise and interview evaluation. Please notify the Human Resources Division 72 hours in advance of the test date if you have a disability which requires accommodation for the testing process. The eligibility list will be in effect for one (1) year, unless exhausted sooner.
All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process which may include, but is not limited to: reference check, criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprinting), and post-offer medical evaluation (may include drug screen).


Based upon current and/or future assignments, an employee may be subject to pre-employment, random, reasonable and post-accident drug and alcohol testing pursuant to the Department of Transportation Regulations.


Note: The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.

Essential Functions
These functions may not be present in all positions in this class. When a position is to be filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Performs non-journey level work in landscape, irrigation, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, concrete, painting and other similar maintenance and repair trades.

Operates a variety of tools and equipment related to the area of assignment.

Responds to emergency requests during and after working hours.

May act as lead worker and have supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the assigned supervisor.

Performs other related work as required.

When assigned to Streets and Storm Drains:

Manual labor tasks in the maintenance, repair and minor construction of streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, traffic signs, and channels and related facilities.

Performs concrete installation as related to curbs, sidewalks, concrete pads, culverts and walkways.

Performs asphalt installations including complete residential paving rehabilitation projects.

Inspects and maintains drainage facilities.

Operates Vactor truck, backhoe, paving machine, paving roller, ten wheel dump truck, grinding machine, loader/grader and street sweeper as it relates to streets and storm drains maintenance.

When assigned to Traffic Signs and Markings:


Stripes streets, lays out and paints traffic lines and turn pockets according to specifications.

Installs and maintains traffic and street signs.

When assigned to Graffiti Abatement: Removes or conceals graffiti on public and private property using a variety of equipment and chemicals/solvents.

Paints over graffiti using appropriate paints; match and mixes paints; determines the appropriate paint-color, materials, equipment, and supplies needed to complete each job.

Performs cleaning using pressure washer.

Maintains log of inspections, daily inspections findings and graffiti removal activities performed.

Coordinates persons assigned to graffiti removal who are performing mandated community service hours.

Maintains related records, inventory and procures materials needed for graffiti abatement activities.

When assigned to Street Sweeping:

Sweeps City streets and rebuilds sweeper brooms.

Operates a regenerative air vacuum street sweeper, backhoe and skip loader, ten wheel dump truck and other tools, equipment and trucks as it relates to clean up, collection and removal of debris, spills, vehicle accidents in road ways, catch basin and storm drains.

Removal/replacement of damaged signs.

Performs trash receptacle and bus stop maintenance.

When assigned to Parks/Parkways:

Performs grounds keeping, sprinkler system installation and repair.

Prepares and repairs ball fields.

Repairs park building.

Performs minor plumbing installation and repair.

Trims, plants, shapes and removes trees and shrubs.
Qualification Guidelines
A typical way to obtain the requisite knowledge and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this classification is as follows:
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Two (2) years experience in performing the manual laboring tasks and tool and equipment use operation which provide a working familiarity with the work of the area of assignment.

An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform essential functions may also be considered.
LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATE:

Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Class C California Driver's License, or higher, before the date of appointment is required. A Class B, or higher, license with necessary endorsements may be required for specific assignments. Revocation of license during employment may result in disciplinary action or reassignment.
Certification as a Hazardous Material First Responder and possession of an I.S.M.A. Work Zone Safety Certification is desirable and may be required by the end of probation for specific assignments.
REQUISITE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL LEVELS:

Knowledge of standard tools, materials, equipment and methods of the maintenance and repair work related to the area of assignment.
Knowledge of prevailing codes, hazards and safety practices related to the area of assignment.
REQUISITE ABILITIES:

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to interpret and follow verbal and written instructions, to include technical specifications related to the area of assignment.

Ability to safely operate and maintain the tools and equipment related to the area of assignment.

Ability to organize and prioritize work.


Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, vendors and the public.

Ability to work various shifts as assigned including early morning, day and night hours, overtime, weekend and holidays.

Supplemental Information
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISASTER SERVICE WORKER:
In accordance with Government Code Section 3100 - all City of Costa Mesa employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :


Please contact Human Resources for a summary of the essential tasks and environmental factors for this classification.

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The City of Costa Mesa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To view 2026 benefit information for all groups,


New employees contribute 9% of their salary on a pre-tax basis towards the 2%@60 or 2%@62 CalPERS retirement formula depending on eligibility.


Employees receive a flexible benefit contribution of $1,800 monthly to use towards benefit elections.

The City does not participate in the Social Security system; however, federal mandate requires new employees to contribute 1.45% of wages to Medicare. As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to enroll and participate in the direct deposit program.
01


I understand that an incomplete application may lead to disqualification from the recruitment process and I have supplied all the applicable information in my application. Examples of incomplete/inaccurate information leading to disqualification include, but are not limited to: noting incorrect department, leaving dates of employment blank, leaving reason for leaving employment blank, leaving duties blank or noting "see resume", etc.

• Agree
• Disagree

02


The current vacancy is limited to the division listed in the job posting. However, please indicate which division sections you want to be considered for now and in the future. Please check all that apply:

• Streets & Storm Drains Section (current vacancy)
• Signs and Markings Section
• Graffiti Abatement Section
• Parks and Landscape Maintenance Section
• Building Maintenance Section/Facilities

03


Do you currently possess a valid California Class C Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04


Do you currently possess a valid California Class B (or higher) Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

05


This position requires incumbents to possess the ability to work various shifts as assigned including early morning, day and night hours, overtime, weekend and holidays. Do you understand this requirement?

• Yes
• No

06


Please indicate your years of experience in the maintenance and repair trades.

• None
• Less than 2 years
• At least 2 years, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

07


Please indicate your years of experience in the repair and minor construction of streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, traffic signs, and channels and related facilities.

• None
• Less than 2 years
• At least 2 years, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

08


Please briefly describe your experience removing and replacing sidewalks, curbs, and gutters. Include any experience you have with mixing, pouring, and finishing concrete or cement. If you do not have this experience, please enter "N/A."
09


Please describe your experience with asphalt patching and paving work, including shoveling and raking asphalt. Include any experience you have compacting or rolling asphalt using different types of rollers. If you do not have this experience, please enter "N/A."
10


Please describe your experience operating Vactor trucks, backhoes, paving machines, ten wheel dump trucks, grinding machines, loader/graders and/or street sweepers. If you do not have this experience, please enter "N/A".
11


I certify that all information I provided in my application is accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief and that purposely providing false information may be grounds for disqualification from the process.

• Agree
• Disagree

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