Park Maintenance Worker - Parks (SARB)

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The selected candidate will be part of a team working to improve conditions within the Santa Ana River Bottom. Key initiatives include providing resources to individuals who are currently unhoused, improving water quality, and conducting habitat restoration.

Park Maintenance Worker assigned to the Santa Ana River Bottom (SARB) will be responsible for:

• Collecting and properly disposing of garbage and debris throughout the river corridor to maintain a clean, safe, and environmentally sound landscape. This includes manual collection and safe transport to designated disposal sites.

• Protecting native plant life by removing invasive species through labor-intensive efforts, including raking, digging, and applying herbicidal treatments in accordance with environmental and safety guidelines.

• Operating heavy equipment, such as dump trucks, to haul large volumes of debris and materials from the riverbed and surrounding areas, supporting habitat restoration and site cleanup efforts.

• Utilizing track loaders and mini-excavators to safely and efficiently load waste and natural materials into roll-off containers for proper removal and recycling or disposal.

• Installing and repairing fencing and gates, including in remote or rugged areas, to ensure restricted zones remain secure and to protect sensitive habitats from unauthorized access.

• Conducting preventive maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of small-engine equipment, including tractors, riding mowers, small trucks, chainsaws, weed-whippers, and blowers, to keep tools in optimal working condition and minimize downtime.

• Assist in emergency situations, such as responding to accidents, coordinating with emergency responders, and helping to safely evacuate visitors if necessary. Workers are expected to remain calm, follow established protocols, and provide first-response support until additional help arrives.

Highly competitive candidates will possess:

• A valid Commercial California Class A Driver License
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as John Deere tractors and Skid-Steer Loaders
• Experience using ArcGIS for plotting areas such as abandoned encampments and/or GPS tools
• Knowledge of herbicide and pesticide applications (QAL or QAC certification preferred)
• Knowledge in welding fabrication

Work Schedule: This position follows a 5/40 schedule, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with weekends off. Availability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime will be required to support special events and to meet departmental operational needs.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform maintenance work on reserve lands throughout western Riverside County
• Construct, install, and repair fences and gates, including in remote and rugged areas
• Perform vegetation management activities, including string trimming, tractor mowing, herbicide application, and weed abatement, including string trimming, tractor mowing, herbicide application, and weed abatement
• Assist with installation and long-term maintenance of restoration projects
• Remove trash, mitigate illegal dumping, and clean up encampments associated with unhoused individuals
• Operate tractors for grading and maintaining dirt roads
• Complete other semi-skilled maintenance tasks as needed
• Collaborate with other agencies on Code Enforcement, Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) issues, and illegal dumping enforcement
• Provide assistance during emergency situations
• Respond to public inquiries and complaints related to reserve operations and maintenance

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPTION II
Experience: Two years as a Park Attendant with the Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District.

License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License at the time of application is required, as the incumbent will be driving a County vehicle to various locations. A valid California Class A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Physical Exposures: The Park Maintenance Worker – Parks position involves extensive physical activity, including hiking, standing, kneeling, bending, climbing, and the use of hand tools and machinery, as well as lifting and moving heavy objects such as 60-pound bags of concrete and tools. Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions, including inclement weather, and may include exposure to chemicals, high noise levels, welding safety requirements, and occasional strong or unpleasant natural and environmental odors such as decaying vegetation, wildlife, or refuse. The incumbent may also encounter wild and domestic animals, as well as hazardous plants and wildlife, including rattlesnakes, bees, wild boar, mountain lions, dogs, poison oak, and stinging nettles, while working in outdoor park environments.

Knowledge of: Common tools, equipment, and materials used in maintenance work; basic vehicle preventive maintenance techniques.

Ability to: Read and follow written instructions and write simple reports; perform a variety of routine grounds, building, equipment, and vehicle preventive maintenance and repair; operate equipment, and learn procedures and safety techniques used in performing maintenance and minor construction projects; deal courteously and tactfully with the general public.

Some Regional Park and Open-Space District Park Maintenance Worker - Parks positions are designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive.

For positions which been designated by the DOT as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required.

Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.

For detailed requirements, visit DOT Requirements.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

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