What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks Maintenance Worker I/II position at City of Mountain View (CA)?
Inspect park grounds, structures, medians and related facilities for safety and appearance. Clean park grounds, structures and playing fields of debris, weeds and hazardous conditions. Set up for special events at parks, buildings and facilities. Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, turf grass, and plants throughout the City. Check and repair irrigation systems and program irrigation controllers. Operate light grounds maintenance equipment and various hand and power tools.
Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade Valid California Class C diver license Bonus Points: One year of experience in landscape maintenance, construction or maintenance work including some semi-skilled assignments
Two years of experience performing duties equivalent to the Parks Maintenance Worker I position in the City of Mountain View Education equivalent to completion of the 12th grade Valid California Class C driver's license Qualified Pesticide Applicator Certificate may be required for some positions Bonus Points: Possession of a valid California Class A driver license
You work well both in a team-oriented environment and independently. You are adaptable, flexible and can handle complaints and questions from the public. You are self-motivated and diligent in a busy work environment. You are safety-oriented with the ability to work on a variety of projects throughout the workday. You are a self-starter and have the knowledge to troubleshoot when issues arise.
Submit your application and resume online at governmentjobs.com or to the Human Resources Department, City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309. Please provide a valid email address on your application. Application materials will be screened continuously, with a first application review date of Thursday, October 23, 2025. This recruitment may close at any time.
Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to the following process:
- Oral Board Interview Panel (weighted 100%) via video conference (Zoom) to be conducted in early November.
- In-person Department Interview – Select candidates who pass the oral board interview may be invited to meet with staff from the Community Services Department for a more in-depth discussion regarding the position and their qualifications.
Depending on the number of applicants, this process may be altered.
Fine Print. The selection process includes submitting a 10-year DMV driving history (dated within 90 days). May be required to work varying shifts and days, which may include weekends. Must have the physical ability to bend, pull, push, lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Pre-employment physical and periodic respiratory exams may be required. For candidates with a commercial license, the Parks Maintenance Worker II position is covered by the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Therefore, before final selection, those qualifying candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment/pre-duty drug test. Candidates will not be assigned to a safety-sensitive position if they do not pass the test. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of the application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and a Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
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