PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II
State of California
Monterey County, CA, USA
Posted on Jan 13, 2026
Job Description and Duties
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II - MONTEREY DISTRICT - BIG SUR SECTOR
This classification is subject to the Post and Bid process. Applications from a certification list, transfer change in class, reinstatement, re-employment, and training and development assignment candidates will be accepted for this position but consistent with the MOU/Bargaining Agreement BU 12/13 contract cannot be acted upon unless the Post & Bid process does not result in a hire.
The Park Maintenance Worker II (PMW II) will work under the supervision of the Park Maintenance Chief I and will act as a lead person for seasonal staff performing grounds and housekeeping duties. This position will assist senior staff with the maintenance and repair of park facilities, historical structures, and equipment throughout the Big Sur sector state parks. The primary reporting location is Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park but the position may be required to work at other locations throughout the sector as assigned and based on operational need. Big Sur sector state parks include Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, and Point Sur Light Station State Historic Park and more!
This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with California State Parks! If you are interested in starting a career with the Department or just looking to work outdoors, look no further. You will be joining an established maintenance team and have opportunities to perfect and learn new skills in building maintenance, grounds maintenance, carpentry, and operation of small equipment and tools.
The incumbent's work schedule will be Wednesday through Saturday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
The Park Maintenance Worker II (PMW II) will work under the supervision of the Park Maintenance Chief I and will act as a lead person for seasonal staff performing grounds and housekeeping duties. This position will assist senior staff with the maintenance and repair of park facilities, historical structures, and equipment throughout the Big Sur sector state parks. The primary reporting location is Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park but the position may be required to work at other locations throughout the sector as assigned and based on operational need. Big Sur sector state parks include Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, and Point Sur Light Station State Historic Park and more!
This is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with California State Parks! If you are interested in starting a career with the Department or just looking to work outdoors, look no further. You will be joining an established maintenance team and have opportunities to perfect and learn new skills in building maintenance, grounds maintenance, carpentry, and operation of small equipment and tools.
The incumbent's work schedule will be Wednesday through Saturday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
Training and development assignments may be considered.
Possession of a Utility Line Clearance Arborist Training (ULCAT) certificate is required.
Possession of a Utility Line Clearance Arborist Training (ULCAT) certificate is required.
This position requires a valid class C driver’s license and a clean driving history. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.
This is a uniformed position, and the employee must comply with all applicable Departmental uniform and grooming standards. Must be able to read and write English, follow instructions, and work independently.
This is a uniformed position, and the employee must comply with all applicable Departmental uniform and grooming standards. Must be able to read and write English, follow instructions, and work independently.
This position is designated as not telework eligible.
The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
State housing may be required. Special Requirement/Condition of Employment: Depending on the assigned location, the incumbent may be required to occupy state-owned housing to meet operational needs, or may be offered state-owned housing if available. Housing assignments will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements
The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.
Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) 599.961, this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR 599.962.
State housing may be required. Special Requirement/Condition of Employment: Depending on the assigned location, the incumbent may be required to occupy state-owned housing to meet operational needs, or may be offered state-owned housing if available. Housing assignments will be determined in accordance with Department policy, operational priorities, and applicable labor agreements
For more information about this position, please contact Gary Harp at 831-760-8111 or Gary.Harp@parks.ca.gov.
This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.