Maintenance Worker I/II - Maintenance Yard

Closing Date: Tuesday, April 14th, 2026, at 9:00 PM [PST]

Position: Maintenance Worker I/II

Department: Public Works - Maintenance Yard

Hourly Range: 

MW I - $26.48 - $33.79 per hour (Union - 6000 Series) 

MW II - $29.28 - $37.36 per hour (Union - 6000 Series)

 FLSA: Non-Exempt - Overtime Eligible

Benefits eligible & 401(a) payment equal to 2% of base salary

General Summary: 

Maintenance Worker I: This is the entry level position. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters allocated to the journey level. Employees work under general supervision while learning job tasks.

Maintenance Worker II: This is the journey level position. This class is distinguished from Maintenance Worker I by the assignment of the full range of duties and lead responsibility related to specific projects, as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.

Example of Duties & Responsibilities: 

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain and repair public right-of-way including trash pick-up and removal, graffiti removal, and weed abatement.
• Operate and maintain light equipment in public right-of-way and City property.
• Maintain and repair concrete structures, including sidewalks, curbs, gutters, cross gutters/splash aprons, concrete site preparation or restoration, grinding/ scabbing, concrete slurry, and block walls.
• Maintain and repair asphalt roadways, including streets, alleys, asphalt curbs and flow lines, asphalt maintenance, and pothole patching and repair.
• Perform traffic control, including setting up and removing signs and cones, effecting lane closures, and flagging and directing traffic around work sites.
• Assist in training new employees; monitor and assign tasks to court referrals workers and contract labor as appropriate.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Operate power equipment such as weed whips, chain saw, gas blowers, and tractors for street maintenance.
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures and minor maintenance and adjustments on equipment used.
• Clean and care for tools and equipment.
• Apply safe work practices in the public right of way and other assigned work environments.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The duties listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may also perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor. This position is considered non-exempt. 

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of the use, purpose, and maintenance of tools, equipment, and construction methods.
• Familiarity with traffic control methods, equipment, and their application. 
• Ability to perform manual labor and semi-skilled tasks in construction repair, and maintenance of public right of way and infrastructure.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot equipment issues, interpret work orders, and complete documentation.
• Principles and practices of general workplace safety.
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

Maintenance Worker I

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience in field construction, equipment operations, or maintenance work.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license
• Ability to obtain and possess a Class A California driver's license including appropriate endorsements within the twelve (12) month probationary period.

Maintenance Worker II

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in field construction and maintenance work similar to the Maintenance Worker I classification
• Possession of a valid California Class A Commercial driver's license.

Core Competencies:

• Problem Solving – Analytically and logically evaluating information
• Learning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to work
• Handling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
• Professional Integrity & Ethics – Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Safety Focus – Showing Vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Customer Focus – Attending to the Needs and expectations of customers
• Informing – Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Teamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals
• Valuing Diversity – Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
• Allocating Resources – Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness

Guiding Principles

1. Put people first.
2. Be visionary.
3. Be an ambassador for Lancaster.
4. Be Fiscally Responsible.
5. Be Creative.
6. Always Improving.
7. Be Adaptable and Resilient.

Essential Physical Requirements:

Environmental Factors:

Essential Cognitive Functions:

Disaster Service Worker:

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100-3109, all public employees are declared disaster service workers subject to disaster service activities as may be assigned to them in the event of fire, flood, earthquake, or other natural or man-made disaster

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; 

The City of Lancaster will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Lancaster is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting www.dfeh.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/. 

The City of Lancaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer.