APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
This posting will close once we receive one hundred (100) applications OR it will close on August 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST only if we do not get one hundred (100) applications. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as this job opportunity may close at any time without notice. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice.
Please Note: The Selection List from this recruitment maybe be used to fill any current or future vacancies within the City of Montebello if the vacancy occurs within one (1) year of the established date of the Selection List.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
The following materials MUST be attached to your online City application at the time of submission for your application to be considered complete.
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DMV K-4 printout (official printout of your driving record – no screenshots). Printout MUST be obtained from the DMV's office and be dated within 30 days from August 13, 2026.
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Driver's License (a scan copy must be attached to your application)
** PLEASE NOTE: Applications submitted WITHOUT these materials are considered incomplete applications and will not be moving forward in the recruitment process.
JOB SUMMARY
Under supervision to perform a variety of unskilled to semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of City facilities from parks and recreational areas to building, facilities, janitorial assignments, streets and sewers; operate appropriate equipment; and to perform other job-related work as required.
CANDIDATES MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR NIGHT AND WEEKEND SHIFTS. SHIFTS MAY VARY BASED ON THE NEEDS OF THE DEPARTMENT. CURRENT OPENINGS ARE FOR FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING SHIFTS AND/OR EVENINGS.EXAMPLES ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Performs a variety of unskilled manual to semi-skilled tasks involving the maintenance, repair, cleaning and upkeep of City parks, golf course, recreational and sports areas, buildings, facilities and assist with same for streets and sewer maintenance; assists in basic park and building maintenance tasks such as weed abatement, janitorial maintenance and duties, raking leaves, tree and shrub pruning, etc.; uses basic and power driven tools and maintenance equipment including mowers, edgers, weed-whackers, pruners, small riding equipment, and light trucks; cleans same tools and equipment; performs manual labor such as loading and unloading materials into trucks, and moving and arranging furniture; may open/close and clean rest room facilities and other buildings; may maintain basic records of work performed and materials used; may assist in controlling traffic in the vicinity of work assignments; may perform some skilled maintenance and repair tasks in a training and learning capacity; reports any breakage and the need for complicated adjustments or repairs; may be required to work weekends, evenings, and/or holidays.
TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Work Background: Prior experience performing grounds and landscaping maintenance tasks, heavy manual labor, and the operation of power-driven and motorized equipment used in general maintenance and repair is desirable
Knowledge of:
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General tools and equipment used in maintenance, repair and landscape work.
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Operation and maintenance of power driven hand tools and light vehicles including mowers, edgers, and other landscape maintenance equipment.
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Safe work practices.
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Ability to:
- Learn and perform general public works maintenance assignments.
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Perform a variety of heavy, physical labor involving strength, dexterity and coordination.
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Safely and efficiently operate basic and power driven tools and motorized equipment.
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Perform assigned tasks independently and accurately.
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Perform routine equipment maintenance and repair.
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Maintain basic records of work performed and materials used.
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Read, write and follow instructions at the level required for successful job performance.
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Maintain good public relations with people contacted during work assignment.
PLEASE NOTE:
** The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies, and practices.
