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Playground Inspector Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Senior Recreation Aide

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $19.97/hr

Inspect playground equipment and apparatus; recommend replacement or repair as needed. Compile simple written records related to assigned programs or facility. Open and close recreational facilities ...

Inspect playground area and equipment, pool/spa area, and other recreational amenities to ensure everything is in good condition, making minor repairs as needed. Ensure all resort streets and public ...

Integrated Pest Manager

CA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

There's so much to love in Yosemite National Park - the ultimate outdoor playground - year-round ... Facility Inspections and NPS Liaison (70 % of time spent): Conducts facility inspections for ...

$70K - $90K/yr

There's so much to love in Yosemite National Park - the ultimate outdoor playground - year-round ... Facility Inspections and NPS Liaison (70 % of time spent): Conducts facility inspections for ...

$70K - $90K/yr

There's so much to love in Yosemite National Park - the ultimate outdoor playground - year-round ... Facility Inspections and NPS Liaison (70 % of time spent): Conducts facility inspections for ...

Engineers

Goleta, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Inspect playground area and equipment, pool/spa area, and other recreational amenities to ensure everything is in good condition, making minor repairs as needed. Ensure all resort streets and public ...

Engineers

Goleta, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Inspect playground area and equipment, pool/spa area, and other recreational amenities to ensure everything is in good condition, making minor repairs as needed. Ensure all resort streets and public ...

Lead Maintenance Worker

Hollister, CA · On-site

$69K - $89K/yr

... systems, playground equipment, urban forest management, and trails, ensuring proper safety ... Inspect irrigation systems to ensure proper operation; troubleshoot malfunctions and repair ...

He then invested millions in his vision to create a "playground for all" on Catalina Island ... Prepare and maintain safety records, such as inspection logs, near-miss reports, completion of ...

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How much do playground inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for playground inspector in California is $54,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $62,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a playground inspector do?

A typical day for a Playground Inspector involves conducting site visits to various playgrounds, thoroughly examining equipment and surfacing for wear, potential hazards, and compliance with safety standards. Inspectors document their findings with written reports and photos, and often work closely with maintenance personnel to recommend or oversee necessary repairs. The role frequently requires travel between different sites, outdoor work in varying weather conditions, and occasional follow-ups to ensure issues have been addressed. Collaboration with school administrators, parks departments, or contractors is also common, contributing to safe play environments for children.

What is a playground inspector?

A Playground Inspector is responsible for inspecting and ensuring the safety of playground equipment and surfaces. They identify hazards, assess wear and tear, and ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards. Inspectors may work for local governments, schools, parks, or private organizations. Their role helps prevent accidents and creates a safe play environment for children. Regular inspections, reporting issues, and recommending repairs or improvements are key parts of the job.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a playground inspector?

To thrive as a Playground Inspector, you need thorough knowledge of safety standards, hazard identification, and playground equipment maintenance, often supported by certification such as CPSI (Certified Playground Safety Inspector). Familiarity with inspection checklists, reporting software, and digital documentation tools is typically required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving skills help inspectors collaborate with maintenance teams and report findings clearly. These abilities are vital to ensuring playgrounds remain safe and compliant for children and the community.

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Infographic showing various Playground Inspector job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 14% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,220 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Senior Recreation Aide

City of Sacramento

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$16.90 - $19.97/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 25 days ago


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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

THE POSITION NON-CAREER PART-TIME/SEASONAL THIS POSTING IS USED TO FILL VACANCIES IN MULTIPLE PROGRAMS. REFER TO SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS FOR MORE INFORMATION. On a seasonal and/or part-time basis, supervise and participate in the leadership and/or monitoring of a variety of recreation activities, special events, civic engagement programs, human service programs, and/or neighborhood activities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Employees in this classification are non-career. Incumbents can work up to 1040 hours per year. This classification differs from a Recreation Aide in that the Senior Recreation Aide also has the responsibility for supervising Recreation Aides.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by a higher-level position. Responsibilities include the direct supervision of Recreation Aides and/or other lower level City positions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification.

Depending on assignment, incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed. Supervise and train Recreation Aides or other lower level City staff. Provide leadership in various City leagues, contests, tournaments, events, and other activities.

Lead and/or monitor various activities in arts and crafts, sports, games, simple dramatics, workshops, meetings, and/or community events. Promote neighborhood, community recreation events, and programs. Request, issue, and monitor the return of playground and athletic equipment; check equipment for proper care and use.

Inspect playground equipment and apparatus; recommend replacement or repair as needed. Compile simple written records related to assigned programs or facility. Open and close recreational facilities; monitor facility use; prepare and set up facilities for recreational or community use.

Monitor various program operations, assist with program planning, accurately log data. Perform typing, filing, and other clerical tasks; provide assistance to staff. Operate a cash register and electronic registration and cash drawer system; quickly and accurately process payments; issue receipts.

Understand and follow written and oral instructions QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Supervisory techniques and practices. Basic first aid and safety practices. Basic arithmetic.

Skill in: Use of computers, computer applications, and other common office machines. Ability to: Supervise, train, and assign staff. Read, write, and speak the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.

Lead a variety of recreation and group activities. Handle and count money. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: None required. Experience: Six months of full-time experience comparable to a Recreation Aide with the City of Sacramento. COMPARABLE CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION To see the classification specification for the comparable classification of Recreation Aide, please click here.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Age: Must be at least 16 years old at time of appointment. Note: Employees assigned to Aquatics must be 18 years old by time of appointment. Assessments: If considered for appointment, candidates must: Pass a criminal background check.

Pass a tuberculosis screening test. Training: Employees must complete "Mandated Reporter" training within two weeks of appointment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical standards described are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Requirements: Ability to walk frequently; work may include frequent running, starts, and stops; perform simple and power grasping; verbal and hearing skills to effectively communicate with participants and staff; visual acuity to read and record documents and make observations. Intermittently, lift, carry or move sports equipment of 20 pounds or less.

Environmental Conditions: Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to heat, often over 100 degrees, sun, noise, dust, and pollens. Depending on assignment, may be exposed to pool chemicals. Work Conditions: Some assignments may require working evenings and weekends.

THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox

1. Application:(Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the " Work Experience" section.

Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.

Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission. Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application or emailed to employment@cityofsacramento.org

If submitting via email, please include your name and Job # 016038-26-YPCEon your documents. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the final filing deadline; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted.

Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. 3.

Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.

4. Hiring Interview: Those candidates determined to be the MOST QUALIFIED will be invited to participate in an interview process coordinated by the hiring department. There will be no eligible list established, as positions will be seasonal and/or part-time.

A hiring interview is not guaranteed. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/fingerprinting.

If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process

For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org;or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726


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