Street Maintenance Worker III

CAREER DESCRIPTION

Street Maintenance Worker I/II

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Street Maintenance Worker I/II positions. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the City of Menifee.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Monday February 2 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (PDT).

PLEASE NOTE:The first 50 applications will be considered in the first round of review. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

Street Maintenance Worker I	Street Maintenance Worker II
$25.17 - $32.30 Hourly	$27.81- $35.69 Hourly
$4363.51 - $5599.36 Monthly	$4821.21 - $6186.70 Monthly
$52362.12 - $67192.32 Annually	$57854.52 - $74240.40 Annually

THE CITY
TheCity of Menifee is a vibrant and rapidly growing municipality located in southwestern Riverside County dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through innovative public service and strategic development. Under the leadership of the City Manager Menifee operates through a dynamic organizational structure composed of fifteen (15) departments - Building & Safety City Attorney City Clerk City Manager Code Enforcement Community Development Community Services Economic Development Engineering Finance Fire Department Human Resources Information Technology Police and Public Works each committed to supporting the citys mission of responsive governance sustainable growth and public safety. With a strong emphasis on infrastructure development community engagement and innovation the City of Menifee continues to enhance the quality of life for its diverse and dynamic population.

THE DEPARTMENT
ThePublic Works Department serves as a cornerstone of the City of Menifees infrastructure delivering high-quality services that enhance safety mobility and overall quality of life for residents businesses and visitors. The department oversees the maintenance of public rights-of-way including streets sidewalks traffic signals streetlights drainage systems and the citys vehicle and equipment fleet. Its responsibilities extend to vital community programs such as the Street Sweeping Program which supports environmental compliance; the Local Improvement District Program which addresses the paving and upkeep of residential dirt roads; and the Capital Improvement Program which manages the citys long-term infrastructure investments. Public Works also leads community engagement efforts through initiatives like Street Scene Menifees traffic management forum and the Adopt-a-Street Program which empowers residents to help keep city streets addition the department collaborates with regional partners on storm drain maintenance supports emergency response efforts and provides traffic engineering services to ensure safe and efficient travel throughout the city.

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Street Maintenance Worker I/II will be responsible for supporting the construction repair and upkeep of the Citys streets and essential public infrastructure playing a hands-on role in keeping Menifee safe clean and accessible. This position includes repairing sidewalks and storm drains removing graffiti installing traffic signs operating heavy equipment and assisting with asphalt concrete and drainage projects. Depending on level the position provides a pathway for growth: entry-level workers gain foundational experience under close supervision while journey-level workers take on more complex assignments exercise greater independence and may guide specialty crews.

Street Maintenance Worker I: This is the entry level classification in the Street Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents perform the less skilled and more routine street maintenance construction and repair work. Incumbents at this level work under close supervision as they gain experience and demonstrate ability to perform a range of duties with minimal supervision. Removal of graffiti is done on a wide variety of surfaces and the treatment of surfaces with graffiti retardant materials. This class is distinguished from the Street Maintenance Worker II in that the latter performs work which requires a higher level of experience.

Street Maintenance Worker II: This is the journey level classification in the Street Maintenance Worker series in which incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned duties and may assist in the training of less experienced personnel. Incumbents perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of streets curbs gutters storm drains streetlights and related public works facilities. This class is distinguished from the Senior Street Maintenance Worker in that the latter is a lead worker classification requiring additional experience and responsibility.

Positions in the Street Maintenance Worker I/II class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Street Maintenance Worker II level are normally filled by advancement from the Street Maintenance Worker I level requiring two (2) additional years of experience and after gaining the knowledge skill and experience which meet the qualifications for and after demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class. When filled from the outside the employee is required to have at least three (3) years of prior related experience that allows the employee to meet the qualification standards for the II level.

The Street Maintenance Worker I/II will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Works safely and effectively in hot cold and otherwise inclement weather conditions while performing field duties.

• Participates in storm response and emergency operations including working extended or irregular hours as needed to support critical services.

• Perform construction maintenance and repair work on public infrastructure including streets sidewalks gutters storm drains traffic signage striping and related facilities.

• Break and remove pavement; dig shovel haul and load soil sand gravel cement asphalt and other construction materials; clean and restore work sites upon project completion.

• Sweep and remove debris and litter; lift and carry heavy objects; load and unload trucks; assist with disposal activities at dump sites.

• Operate a variety of motorized vehicles and heavy equipment such as dump trucks tractors skip loaders bobcats backhoes front loaders jackhammers and other power tools; inspect assigned vehicles and report maintenance needs.

• Use air compressors pneumatic tools concrete saws and a wide range of hand tools including shovels picks brooms wheelbarrows rakes rollers and other trade-specific tools.

• Drive vehicles to job sites; set up and remove traffic control devices such as cones barricades and warning signs; direct traffic to ensure crew safety during lane closures construction zones and DUI checkpoints.

• Remove and install streetlight poles and fixtures; perform maintenance repairs and alterations to City buildings facilities and equipment; remove or paint over graffiti on public and private property; assist with fabrication assembly and installation of traffic signs.

• Lay rake roll and finish hot asphalt and oil-based materials.

• Perform rough carpentry basic pipefitting and application of protective coatings to wood concrete stucco metal and other surfaces.

• Build and remove concrete forms; mix pour trowel and finish concrete cement and masonry.

• Conduct storm drain maintenance including removing and replacing drain components and clearing debris.

• Measure and lay out centerlines crosswalks and other pavement markings.

• Maintain accurate records logs and basic written reports of work performed.

• Respond to inquiries and concerns from the public in a courteous and professional manner.

• Perform weed abatement duties and apply herbicides as required.

• Assist other divisions with maintenance and repair tasks as needed.

MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Street Maintenance Worker I
Education & Experience

• A high school diploma (or equivalent)
• Two (2) years of skilled experience in public worksrelated construction or maintenance work.

• A valid California Drivers License at the time of appointment.

• The ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment a valid Class A or B California Drivers License with:

  • Tank endorsement

  • No manual transmission restrictions

  • No air brakes restrictions

  • This license must be maintained throughout employment.

• CPR and First Aid certification within one (1) year of employment.

• A high school diploma (or equivalent).
• Three (3) years of skilled experience in public worksrelated construction or maintenance work.
• 6 or more months of experience working with asphalt and concrete.
• 6 or more months of experience operating light equipment.

• A valid Class A or B California Drivers License with:

  • Tank endorsement

  • No manual transmission restrictions

  • No air brakes restrictions This license must be maintained throughout employment.

• CPR and First Aid certification within one (1) year of employment.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resources (HR) reviews all application materials to determine whether candidates meet the established minimum and preferred qualifications. Those who qualify will be advanced to the next stage of the recruitment process. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status.

Physical Demands
Must possess mobility to frequently stand sit walk perform work on uneven and slippery surfaces; climb stairs and ladders; use hands to handle feel grasp operate objects tools or controls; and reach overhead with hands and arms. Employees need vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; color vision to identify materials structures wires and pipes; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Employees in this classification frequently bend crouch stoop kneel twist crawl grasp reach push and pull. Employees must possess the ability to lift carry push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Environmental Elements
Employees work in an outdoor construction and maintenance environment with moderate to high noise levels hot and cold temperatures inclement weather conditions road hazards loud noise levels vibration confining workspace chemicals mechanical and/or electrical hazards and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees use power and noise producing equipment and often work with constant interruptions. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Ability to work extended hours and rotating shifts including weekends and holidays.

For questions regarding this recruitment please contact Carissa Sevilla at or email at