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Maintenance Worker

Under immediate supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled duties in public works construction and maintenance activities; Positions assigned to this class involve a variety of semi-skilled tasks requiring a limited knowledge of street and sewer construction and maintenance activities. The duties assigned include physical labor and are frequently routine, but are more difficult or skilled than work performed by Laborers; work is normally performed under the supervision of supervisor or lead worker, however, Maintenance Workers may provide occasional working lead direction to other co-workers as assigned. The operation of various types of light automotive equipment as a regular assignment is characteristic of this class.

The ideal candidate is a dependable, safety-conscious, and self-motivated individual who can perform physically demanding manual labor and a variety of semi-skilled construction and maintenance tasks. The successful candidate will have the ability to work on streets, sewers, utilities, and related infrastructure under the direction of a supervisor, manager, or senior staff. The candidate should demonstrate mechanical aptitude, sound judgment, and initiative while completing assignments safely and efficiently.

Experience with plumbing, piping materials, fittings, couplings, asphalt, concrete, and line striping is desirable. The ideal candidate will safely operate hand tools, power tools, light automotive equipment, and heavy equipment while following established safety procedures. A valid Class B Commercial Driver's License and continued DOT compliance are required.

Works on construction and maintenance crews performing street repairs and reconstruction work.

Cleans and performs repairs to sanitary sewers, storm drains, catch basins and related facilities.

Operates trucks and light automotive construction and maintenance equipment including loader rollers, root cutting equipment; Operates light power-drives equipment such as compressors, jackhammers, vibro-rollers and concrete saw in the performance of this work.

Assists in the installation or repair of traffic signs, barricades, and fencing.

Assists in the painting of crosswalks, curbs and traffic lane markings.

Performs heavy physical labor as necessary in the course of these duties.

Construction and maintenance materials, methods, and terminology.

The use, purposes and maintenance of hand tools; and the operation of light and moderately heavy power-driven equipment in performing semi-skilled or rough construction and maintenance work.

Read and write English.

Learn traffic control and cone placement.

Self-start work alone.

Perform manual labor for extended periods of time.

Perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks in street and sewer construction and maintenance activities.

Operate skillfully a variety of light and occasionally moderately heavy power-driven equipment.

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: One (1) year of experience in general construction or maintenance work involving the use of dump trucks, loaders, jackhammers or related power-driven equipment. Possess and maintain a valid Class B Driver's License and Tanker Endorsement. Depending upon assignment, possession and maintenance of a Class A Driver's License may be required.

15.5 Paid Holidays

• Generous employer contribution for Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• CalPERS Defined Benefit Retirement Plan (2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members | 2.0% at 62 for New CalPERS members | 3.0% at 50 for Classic Safety members | 2.7% at 57 for New Safety Members) - No Social Security participation.
• Life and Disability Insurance and Paid Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• Apply - submit a completed City of Hayward job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications. Application Review - A. Completion of the supplemental questionnaire The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered. Job Related Testing (examination) - Please note that all testing dates are tentative and subject to change. Written Examination - Tentatively Scheduled for Friday, October 2nd, 2026 The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above. Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting. The City of Hayward reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. Candidates are encouraged to apply online at under the Current Vacancies tab or at Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io.