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Park Maintenance Worker I

County Of Orange


Job Location:

Orange County, NC - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 46758 - 58156
Posted: 15 August 2026 (25 days ago)
Application Deadline: 12 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

CAREER DESCRIPTION

PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER I

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above based on position requirements and the successful candidates qualifications subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and futurePark Maintenance Worker Ipositions. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Tuesday September 1 2026 at 11:59 P.M. (PT)

OC PARKS
TheCounty of Orange OC Parks encompasses regional wilderness and historical facilities as well as coastal areas throughout the County of Orange in California. Featuring 60000 acres of parkland open space and shoreline Orange Countys award-winning parks and programs are enjoyed by millions of residents and visitors each year in ways as diverse as the parks themselves. OC Parks facilities offer a wide range of options for everyone whether youre looking to engage in recreational activities appreciate nature or explore the history of Orange County. OC Parks is dedicated to managing its land and facilities in a manner that enhances public enjoyment while ensuring they are well-maintained and preserved for future generations.

Click here for more information on OC Community Resources Agency
Click here for more information on the County of Orange

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Park Maintenance Worker I position performs routine unskilled and semiskilled grounds maintenance landscape facility maintenance and repair work.

Responsibilities and duties for this position include but are not limited to the following:
  • Cleaning and inspecting amenities such as bathrooms offices or outdoor areas
  • Performing hardscape and landscape maintenance including debris removal vegetation management weed control washing raking or concrete patching
  • Removing trash bags or litter and maintaining trash receptacles
  • Providing general custodial services including vacuuming mopping dusting and cleaning
  • Operating and maintaining small equipment
  • Performing administrative and customer service tasks including public contact


CORE COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in the following core competencies:

Technical Knowledge
  • Experience with landscaping and lawn care
  • Experience with basic plumbing masonry and carpentry work
  • Experience in hand and power tools used in facilities and ground maintenance and repair
  • Understanding and following maintenance practices and procedures
  • Understanding instructions and carrying out tasks verbally and in writing
Safety Savvy
  • Operating equipment and tools while following safe operating procedures.
  • Identifying reporting and correcting equipment problems in an efficient and timely manner
Customer Service
  • Documenting and resolving maintenance and customer service issues
  • Providing excellent customer service to park visitors

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Please clickherefor details on the Park Maintenance Worker I classification including the physical mental environmental and working conditions.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials to identify qualified applicants. After screening qualified applicants will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Online Assessment (Un-proctored Weighted 100%)
Applicants who meet qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job-related assessments. Applicants will be notified of their test date and access code if applicable.

Only the most qualified candidates will advance to the next step in the recruitment process or will be placed on the eligible list.

Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Based on the Countys needs the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

The County of Orange is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should notify the recruiter listed on the job posting as soon as possible. Documentation supporting the accommodation request may be required.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the site. Please check your email folders including spam/junk folders and/or accept emails ending with and . If your email address should change please update your profile at .

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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For specific information pertaining to this recruitment contact Jaclynn Cipriano at
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EEO INFORMATION



Orange County as an equal employment opportunity employer encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Required Experience:

IC