Senior Park Maintenance Worker
Job Details
Job ID: Senior Park Maintenance Worker
Category: Parks & Rec | Facilities Maint
Status: Open
Posted: May 4, 2026 10:30 AM
Closing: May 21, 2026 5:30 PM
The City of Riverbank is seeking a skilled and dependable
Senior Park Maintenance Worker to join our Parks and Recreation team. This position performs the full array of duties assigned to classes in the Park Maintenance Worker series, including skilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of landscaped areas, parks, and public facilities; leads park maintenance crews; demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs other related duties as required.
The ideal candidate performs lead duties, including assisting in the planning, assigning, and evaluation of the work of subordinates, and providing training as required with the assistance of the Parks and Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. The Senior Park Maintenance Worker serves as acting Parks and Facilities Maintenance Supervisor when necessary. This classification differs from the next higher classification of Parks and Facilities Maintenance Supervisor in that the latter has overall supervisory responsibility for supervising park and facility maintenance crews.
Recruitment Timeline: (Subject to Change)
- Opening Date: Monday, May 4, 2026
Final Filing Deadline: Monday, May 21, 2026 @ 5:30 p.m.
- 1st Interview Tentative Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
- 2nd Interview Tentative Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Essential Functions:- Leads, reviews, assigns, and performs the work of staff engaged in the in the maintenance and repair of Lighting and Landscape Districts, parks, and related public facilities; participates or directs litter control; develops and implements crew assignments; inspects and reviews work methods, performance, and quality of work performed; answers questions; evaluates and provides input and recommendations on employee evaluations; assumes responsibility for the more difficult and complex tasks.
- Recommends and reports service levels to the Supervisor; performs field observations to ensure compliance with department policies, practices, and City ordinances; prepares reports for the Supervisor related to division activities.
- Assigns, directs, trains, and participates in the work of crews responsible for the maintenance, repair, inspection, and operational work in Park's facilities, landscapes and recreation areas, aquatics center, and Lighting and Landscape Districts; prepares and submits records and reports concerning work performed; estimates time, materials, and equipment needed for various projects; provides assistance in the planning of work projects, including the purchase of supplies, materials, and equipment needed to complete projects.
- Assigns, directs, and participates in the maintenance of turf, recreation, fences, and play areas; operates, maintains, and repairs irrigation systems; changes and adjusts heads for proper irrigation; maintains controllers and timers; operates and maintains vehicles and a variety of power driven equipment such as tractors, mowers, blowers, edgers, chain saws, weed eaters, etc.; maintains and prepares athletic fields and courts; may mix and apply personal grade fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides; maintains records of any fertilizers and chemicals applied.
- Oversees and performs planting of shrubs, trees, and flowers; trims hedges, shrubs, and flowers; lays sod; trims and removes trees; maintains and inspects park facilities, including parks, skate parks, landscapes, athletic fields, playgrounds, and courts; performs all necessary repairs on park facilities; picks up trash and debris from park grounds and empties trash cans; removes graffiti and weeds; repairs vandalism, signs, and fences.
- Performs routine custodial work, which may include sweeping, mopping, disinfecting surfaces and stocking restrooms with supplies; opens and cleans restrooms at all City parks.
- Performs routine facility maintenance duties such as painting, light plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and mechanical tasks; maintains Snack buildings and appliances; operates vehicles and various power equipment in the maintenance of parks.
- Inspect all City parks for safety issues, turf, irrigation, and tree problems; check all playground equipment and surfaces.
- Orders supplies and equipment.
- Provides assistance to other Public Works divisions; cleans and removes debris from storm drains.
- Responds to questions, concerns, and emergency calls from the general public; makes recommendations and/or takes appropriate action to resolve issues and problems; responds to inquiries about department policies, rules, regulations, and City ordinances; establishes and maintains a customer service orientation within the work unit.
- Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties; evaluates assigned work activities; estimates time, materials, and equipment necessary for the successful completion of assignments; acquires necessary resources as is appropriate.
- Participates and assists in the investigation of accidents involving subordinate personnel; provides input on performance evaluations to the Parks and Facilities Maintenance Supervisor; initiates minor disciplinary procedures.
- Enforces City ordinances governing use of parks facilities; may serve as acting Parks and Facilities Maintenance Supervisor in his/her absence.
- Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a
Senior Park Maintenance Worker. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of three years of responsible experience in park maintenance with a minimum of two years at the journey level similar to that of a Park Maintenance Worker II in the City of Riverbank and a high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by specialized training in park and horticulture maintenance.
License/Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license. Possession of a California Commercial or agricultural pesticide applicator license, Certified Pool Operator, and Playground Inspection certificate is required to be obtained within one (1) year of employment.
The City of Riverbank offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Salary:- $27.47 - $33.39 Hourly
- $2,197.54 - $2,671.13 Biweekly
- $4,761.34 - $5,787.44 Monthly
- $57,136.13 - $69,449.32 Annually
Benefits:- CalPERS Retirement: The City participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). New members, as defined by PEPRA, are under a 2% @ 62 formula, Tier III.
- Health Benefits: The City offers Kaiser Permanente or Health Net medical coverage and pays 85% of medical insurance premium; employee contribute 15% of their monthly premium. The City currently pays 100% of the cost of the Stanislaus Medical Foundation Dental plan and Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employee and their eligible dependents.
- Life Insurance: $50,000 paid by the City
- Union Pension Plan: City contributes approximately $392 per month
- Deferred Compensation: Employee's voluntary contribution in the amount of at least $75 is matched and not to exceed $75 by the City per payperiod
- Employee Assistance Program
- Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year plus 3 floating holidays of choice
- Vacation: 10 – 25 days per year, based on years of service (maximum accrual 400 hours)
- Sick Leave: 12 days per year (no accrual limit)
Recruitment Material and Information:Senior Park Maintenance Worker Opportunity Flyer ~ CLICK HERE
Senior Park Maintenance Worker Job Description ~ CLICK HERE
Employment Application ~ CLICK HERE
How to Apply:
Submit completed and signed employment application as follows:
- By Mail or Drop-off (mail slot in the door) to: City of Riverbank, Human Resources Department, 6707 Third Street, Suite A, Riverbank, CA 95367
- By email to: hr@riverbank.org
For more information, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@riverbank.org
Special Requirements
Appointment to the position is contingent upon the candidate providing proof of eligibility to work in the United States and passing a fingerprint check and may include a thorough check of their employment history, followed by a pre-employment physical examination which includes a drug screening.
For Full Job Description and Information on the City of Riverbank: https://www.riverbank.org/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=100&From=All&
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