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Location : Recreation and Community Services, 321 N. Douty St. Hanford, CA 93230, CA
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 26/27-17
Department: Recreation and Community Services
Division: Recreation
Opening Date: 09/01/2026
Closing Date: 9/15/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
The City of Hanford is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill four (4) part-time, seasonal Laborer positions within the Recreation Division. This position is responsible for performing various manual labor and maintenance duties. Working hours will vary depending on the assignment. The position may be assigned to work split shifts, evenings, early mornings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. This is a part-time, temporary position not to exceed 1,000 hours per fiscal year and affords no benefits.
A current DMV driving printout (less than one month old) must be submitted with a completed City application.
DMV record request link: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/request-vehicle-or-driver-records/online-driver-record-request/
EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
The positions in the Utilities division perform manual labor activities, which may include gathering materials and equipment; placing materials and/or equipment in proper locations; cleaning equipment; digging; and/or performing other related tasks. Maintains facilities and/or equipment; performs basin maintenance operations and troubleshooting; maintains and repairs equipment; ensures proper inventory of supplies. Performs minor repairs of equipment and facilities; notifies appropriate individuals of required facility and/or equipment repairs; maintains a variety of records and/or logs of daily activities. Assists customers with a variety of inquiries and requests, performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Positions will assist full-time employees with duties including gate valve operation, wastewater collections and basin maintenance.
The positions in the Streets division will be responsible for painting curbs, crosswalks, and street lines; may assist with reconstruction, paving and resurfacing streets, alleys, and parking lots, streetlight retrofits, and crack sealing. The position may perform a variety of maintenance operations and may operate light trucks. The position will observe safety rules and perform routine manual labor.
The positions in the Parks division will assist the division with the maintenance of parks, medians, and rights-of-way. May also perform a wide variety of maintenance operations involving parks and related areas; may operate tractors, light trucks, and gang mowers; and may work at heights, below street level, in trenches, and in confined spaces. Spray drainage ditches for weeds and insect control; water, cultivate, fertilize, and care for shrubbery, lawns and trees; mow and edge lawns with hand and powered equipment; spray for pests, weeds and rodent control; cleans and rake grounds; prepare soil for planting and transplanting; install and maintain irrigation systems, turf, playground equipment, bleachers, picnic tables and shade structures; remove leaves from parks and streets; trim trees; and fill trenches and ditches; make minor repairs and adjustments to maintenance equipment and tools; observe safety rules; and perform routine manual labor.
The positions in the Recreation Division will assist with the construction, operation, and dismantling of the City's annual Winter Wonderland event infrastructure. Duties include transporting and mobilizing portable ice rink components, construction materials, equipment, and holiday decorations; constructing the temporary ice rink foundation, wood decking, perimeter skirting, and ADA access ramps; placing portable fencing, picnic tables, and event amenities; assisting with the installation and removal of seasonal decorations; performing general carpentry using hand and power tools; operating equipment such as forklifts, Bobcats, and scissor lifts (when properly trained and authorized); loading, unloading, lifting, and moving heavy materials; maintaining a clean and safe worksite; working alongside City staff and volunteers to meet project deadlines; following all applicable safety procedures; and performing other duties of a similar nature as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
General use of hand tools and safe working practices.
Skill in:
Use hand tools in unskilled construction and repair; observe safety in the work environment; understand simple oral and written directions; maintain effective working relationships with co-workers; and perform heavy manual labor; carry out written and oral instructions without close supervision; and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with people contacted in the course of work.
Training and Education
Any combination of training and experience, which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position. The typical qualifying entrance background is general work experience, preferably including some parks, maintenance, construction, or utilities experience
Possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent.
License and Certificate
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license may be required, depending on assignment.
Additional Requirement
A current DMV driving printout (less than one month old) must be submitted with a completed City application.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A current DMV driving printout (less than a month old) is required at time of application submittal.
The application screening will involve a competitive evaluation of relevant education, training, and work experience, followed by a written examination and/or an interview before an Oral Board to identify the most qualified candidates. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee applicants an interview, and the screening committee's decision is final. Candidates deemed eligible for appointment to the position will be placed on the City's Certified Eligibility List. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the results of all phases of the recruitment process leading up to the establishment of the Eligibility List, if applicable.
Paid Sick Leave
Employees are eligible to accrue paid sick leave beginning with their first day of employment. Employees accrue paid sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour for every thirty (30) hours of work, subject to the maximum annual benefit of forty (40) hours. Unused accrued paid sick leave hours will carry over from one year to the next.
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Part-Time employees are enrolled in a 457 deferred compensation retirement plan ("PTS Plan") and will contribute 7.5% of their salary. The City is contracted with Mission Square Retirement.
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Did you submit/upload a DMV driving record less than one month old with your application?*Please note your application will not be accepted without a DMV driver history.

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