County of Riverside
County Service Area Facilities Caretaker
County of Riverside, Riverside, California, United States, 92504
The County of Riverside's Office of Economic Development Department is seeking one vacancy for a County Service Area (CSA) Facilities Caretaker located in Riverside.
The incumbent will travel throughout the county to perform a variety of grounds maintenance, landscape gardening work, semi‑skilled building repair and maintenance, and other duties as required. Competitive candidates will possess relevant experience in landscaping, park maintenance, gardening, irrigation, plumbing repairs, and general building maintenance. Knowledge of power tools is also beneficial. A valid California Class A commercial driver license is highly desired.
Meet the Team! The Office of Economic Development’s mission is to elevate the economic position of the county and foster economic vitality, encourage business growth, build a positive business climate, preserve and enhance neighborhoods, improve the quality of life, and provide and promote cultural and learning opportunities for all.
Core Responsibilities
Plants, cultivates, waters, and sprays plants, lawns, shrubs, and trees; transplants trees and shrubs; prunes plants, shrubs, and tees; selects and applies fertilizers, insecticides, and other chemicals.
Maintains sprinkling systems, hoses, tools, supplies, and other gardening equipment; assembles, installs, and maintains playground equipment; installs and repairs fences; repairs asphalt parking lots.
Operates and maintains a variety of tractors and trucks for hauling trash, dirt, and rocks, clearing and leveling park areas; cleans and services restrooms.
Checks buildings and equipment to locate needed repair or maintenance; applies paint to equipment and building interiors and exteriors.
Maintains and makes minor repairs to plumbing systems, air conditioning and heating, and other mechanical equipment; performs general custodial duties.
Performs semi‑skilled carpentry work; services and repairs doors, gate locks, and latches.
Estimates and recommends type and amount of supplies and equipment needed; recommends improvement projects; reviews planned project plans and recommends alternatives.
Supervises trustee labor in performance of building and grounds maintenance or improvement installation projects; supervises the public use of the park area; answers questions from and resolves problems involving the public regarding park rules, regulations and available facilities.
May coordinate the use of the park as a fire camp with representatives from the fire station during firefighting activities; patrols and protects the property.
Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities
Two years in grounds maintenance or landscape gardening work, and general building maintenance.
Knowledge of gardening methods and practices, lawn installation and maintenance, power tools, equipment, and materials used in grounds maintenance and carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical trades; pesticide, fertilizer, and related chemical use; custodial supplies and equipment.
Ability to read and follow written or oral instructions; perform a variety of routine grounds, building, equipment, and vehicle maintenance and repair; operate equipment used in building and grounds maintenance; lay out and supervise the work of trustee labor; read and interpret building and grounds improvement plans; work effectively without close supervision; keep records and prepare reports; deal courteously and tactfully with the general public.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License is required, as the incumbent will drive a county vehicle to and from different locations throughout Riverside County.
Physical Environment Essential duties will sometimes be performed in remote locations, requiring travel over uneven terrain. Incumbent may frequently be required to lift heavy objects such as heavy trash bags, fertilizer bags, equipment such as chainsaws, and maintenance supplies. The CSA Facilities Caretaker will need to move objects, for example, a spare tire or package of concrete mix over long distances, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Environmental Conditions The majority of this position will entail working outdoors in inclement weather conditions (rain, sleet, wind, and summer temperatures exceeding 95 degrees Fahrenheit).
Contact For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Valeria Ramirez at varamirez@rivco.org.
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The incumbent will travel throughout the county to perform a variety of grounds maintenance, landscape gardening work, semi‑skilled building repair and maintenance, and other duties as required. Competitive candidates will possess relevant experience in landscaping, park maintenance, gardening, irrigation, plumbing repairs, and general building maintenance. Knowledge of power tools is also beneficial. A valid California Class A commercial driver license is highly desired.
Meet the Team! The Office of Economic Development’s mission is to elevate the economic position of the county and foster economic vitality, encourage business growth, build a positive business climate, preserve and enhance neighborhoods, improve the quality of life, and provide and promote cultural and learning opportunities for all.
Core Responsibilities
Plants, cultivates, waters, and sprays plants, lawns, shrubs, and trees; transplants trees and shrubs; prunes plants, shrubs, and tees; selects and applies fertilizers, insecticides, and other chemicals.
Maintains sprinkling systems, hoses, tools, supplies, and other gardening equipment; assembles, installs, and maintains playground equipment; installs and repairs fences; repairs asphalt parking lots.
Operates and maintains a variety of tractors and trucks for hauling trash, dirt, and rocks, clearing and leveling park areas; cleans and services restrooms.
Checks buildings and equipment to locate needed repair or maintenance; applies paint to equipment and building interiors and exteriors.
Maintains and makes minor repairs to plumbing systems, air conditioning and heating, and other mechanical equipment; performs general custodial duties.
Performs semi‑skilled carpentry work; services and repairs doors, gate locks, and latches.
Estimates and recommends type and amount of supplies and equipment needed; recommends improvement projects; reviews planned project plans and recommends alternatives.
Supervises trustee labor in performance of building and grounds maintenance or improvement installation projects; supervises the public use of the park area; answers questions from and resolves problems involving the public regarding park rules, regulations and available facilities.
May coordinate the use of the park as a fire camp with representatives from the fire station during firefighting activities; patrols and protects the property.
Experience, Knowledge, and Abilities
Two years in grounds maintenance or landscape gardening work, and general building maintenance.
Knowledge of gardening methods and practices, lawn installation and maintenance, power tools, equipment, and materials used in grounds maintenance and carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical trades; pesticide, fertilizer, and related chemical use; custodial supplies and equipment.
Ability to read and follow written or oral instructions; perform a variety of routine grounds, building, equipment, and vehicle maintenance and repair; operate equipment used in building and grounds maintenance; lay out and supervise the work of trustee labor; read and interpret building and grounds improvement plans; work effectively without close supervision; keep records and prepare reports; deal courteously and tactfully with the general public.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License is required, as the incumbent will drive a county vehicle to and from different locations throughout Riverside County.
Physical Environment Essential duties will sometimes be performed in remote locations, requiring travel over uneven terrain. Incumbent may frequently be required to lift heavy objects such as heavy trash bags, fertilizer bags, equipment such as chainsaws, and maintenance supplies. The CSA Facilities Caretaker will need to move objects, for example, a spare tire or package of concrete mix over long distances, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Environmental Conditions The majority of this position will entail working outdoors in inclement weather conditions (rain, sleet, wind, and summer temperatures exceeding 95 degrees Fahrenheit).
Contact For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Valeria Ramirez at varamirez@rivco.org.
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