Los Alamitos, City of (CA)
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD INFORMATION
This recruitment is Open Until Filled .
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the application filing period for this recruitment may close at any time without notice, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The first review of applications is anticipated to take place during the week of November 3, 2025.
NOTE: An attached Resume is required to complete the on-line application for this recruitment.
SCHEDULE: The required work schedule for this position is a 4-day 10-hour shift Wednesday to Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
THE POSITION Under the direction of the Public Works Lead Foreman and Public Works Supervisor, the Senior Maintenance Worker plans, assigns, coordinates, and supervises the work of assigned crew members engaged in the maintenance of streets, traffic, safety, drainage systems, parks, athletic fields, parkways, medians, trees, irrigation systems, and city facilities. Additionally, it is expected that incumbent coordinates and reviews the work of subordinate staff and to perform other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Plan, schedule, assign and supervise work on: asphalt patching, traffic painting, storm drain and culvert cleaning and repairing; installation or renewal of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters; street cleaning; buildings, parks and athletic field maintenance; parkways, medians, trees, and irrigation systems.
Perform all facility inspections.
Meet with contractors and other City personnel to coordinate activities or exchange information.
Investigate complaints, inspect work projects in progress and upon completion; inspect tools and equipment for proper use and care.
Instruct and assist in work involving the more difficult and skilled tasks.
Instruct subordinates in standard safety measures in the proper and safe use of machinery, equipment, and tools.
Track equipment and other items in the Public Works Division.
Performs related duties as assigned.
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of tools, methods, materials, and working practices of an assigned area of public services maintenance and construction activities; ability to maintain accurate records. Knowledge of City policies and regulations regarding zoning, community development, right-of ways and easements, and utility relocations as they relate to construction and maintenance work; knowledge of the Department's standard operating procedures, work methods and safety rules; knowledge of the procedures, methods, materials, equipment and tools used in resurfacing and paving roads, building culverts and drains, building bridges and installing signs; skill in reading and understanding construction and engineering plans as-built drawings and survey notes; skill in proficiently operating a variety of heavy, complex and moderately heavy equipment; skill in explaining procedures and instructions to employees with varying levels of knowledge and experience; skill in oral and written communications; skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all City employees, City elected officials and the general public.
Street Maintenance
- Characteristics, uses, and preparation of bituminous paving; techniques and skills involved in pouring and finishing concrete; cutting and preparing street for patching; spreading premix and oil; raking asphalt; grading, rollers, tractors, backhoes, skiploaders, and similar equipment; storm drains.
Building Maintenance
- painting, plastering, key locks and electrical work; cleaning and maintenance scheduling methods and techniques; athletic field and park facilities maintenance; air conditioning and heating.
Landscape Maintenance
- planting, cultivating, pruning and care of shrubs, trees, and lawns; soil preparation; irrigation methods; types of fertilizers and their proper uses; plant diseases, weeds, pests and the means of eradication and control; operation and repair of grounds maintenance tools and power-driven equipment.
Plan, organize, schedule, and supervise the work of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance workers. Understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Train and enforce safety and productivity standards. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in work involving public services, parks and facility maintenance, and construction.
Education: Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent.
Special Job-related Requirements: Possession of a valid California State driver’s license. Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Certification is desirable. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions. Position requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time. Must be available to work shifts during nights, weekends, and special events as required.
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Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the application filing period for this recruitment may close at any time without notice, once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The first review of applications is anticipated to take place during the week of November 3, 2025.
NOTE: An attached Resume is required to complete the on-line application for this recruitment.
SCHEDULE: The required work schedule for this position is a 4-day 10-hour shift Wednesday to Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
THE POSITION Under the direction of the Public Works Lead Foreman and Public Works Supervisor, the Senior Maintenance Worker plans, assigns, coordinates, and supervises the work of assigned crew members engaged in the maintenance of streets, traffic, safety, drainage systems, parks, athletic fields, parkways, medians, trees, irrigation systems, and city facilities. Additionally, it is expected that incumbent coordinates and reviews the work of subordinate staff and to perform other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Plan, schedule, assign and supervise work on: asphalt patching, traffic painting, storm drain and culvert cleaning and repairing; installation or renewal of sidewalks, curbs, and gutters; street cleaning; buildings, parks and athletic field maintenance; parkways, medians, trees, and irrigation systems.
Perform all facility inspections.
Meet with contractors and other City personnel to coordinate activities or exchange information.
Investigate complaints, inspect work projects in progress and upon completion; inspect tools and equipment for proper use and care.
Instruct and assist in work involving the more difficult and skilled tasks.
Instruct subordinates in standard safety measures in the proper and safe use of machinery, equipment, and tools.
Track equipment and other items in the Public Works Division.
Performs related duties as assigned.
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of tools, methods, materials, and working practices of an assigned area of public services maintenance and construction activities; ability to maintain accurate records. Knowledge of City policies and regulations regarding zoning, community development, right-of ways and easements, and utility relocations as they relate to construction and maintenance work; knowledge of the Department's standard operating procedures, work methods and safety rules; knowledge of the procedures, methods, materials, equipment and tools used in resurfacing and paving roads, building culverts and drains, building bridges and installing signs; skill in reading and understanding construction and engineering plans as-built drawings and survey notes; skill in proficiently operating a variety of heavy, complex and moderately heavy equipment; skill in explaining procedures and instructions to employees with varying levels of knowledge and experience; skill in oral and written communications; skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all City employees, City elected officials and the general public.
Street Maintenance
- Characteristics, uses, and preparation of bituminous paving; techniques and skills involved in pouring and finishing concrete; cutting and preparing street for patching; spreading premix and oil; raking asphalt; grading, rollers, tractors, backhoes, skiploaders, and similar equipment; storm drains.
Building Maintenance
- painting, plastering, key locks and electrical work; cleaning and maintenance scheduling methods and techniques; athletic field and park facilities maintenance; air conditioning and heating.
Landscape Maintenance
- planting, cultivating, pruning and care of shrubs, trees, and lawns; soil preparation; irrigation methods; types of fertilizers and their proper uses; plant diseases, weeds, pests and the means of eradication and control; operation and repair of grounds maintenance tools and power-driven equipment.
Plan, organize, schedule, and supervise the work of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance workers. Understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Train and enforce safety and productivity standards. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in work involving public services, parks and facility maintenance, and construction.
Education: Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent.
Special Job-related Requirements: Possession of a valid California State driver’s license. Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Certification is desirable. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions. Position requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and stoop for extended periods of time. Must be available to work shifts during nights, weekends, and special events as required.
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