Top 352 Public works Jobs in San Diego, Ca

Parks Maintenance Worker I
City of Chula Vista, CA —Chula Vista, CA
- $4,539.86 - $5,518.20 a month
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Writing skills
- English
5d
Assistant Director of Public Works for Utilities
City of Poway, CA —Poway, CA
- $204,851.09 - $248,997.63 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Contracts
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Worker/Laborer
Alpha Project for the Homeless —San Diego, CA
- From $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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14d
LUEG Program Manager-Airport Real Property & Administration
County of San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $165,000 - $171,600 a year
- Full-time
- Military encouraged
- Senior level
- Leadership
6d
Project Manager, Public Works
County of San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $110,302.40 - $163,924.80 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Opportunities for advancement
Administrative Claims Assistant
San Diego Unified School District —San Diego, CA
- $6,226.04 - $7,565.84 a month
- Online Application
- Bilingual
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
5d
Seasonal Assistant (Hourly)
City of Chula Vista, CA —Chula Vista, CA
- $16.90 - $20.54 an hour
- Part-time
- Construction site
- Customer service
- Driver's License
Council Assistant
City of Chula Vista, CA —Chula Vista, CA
- $24.60 - $29.90 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- English
- Office
6d
Groundsperson/SD Central
BrightView Landscapes —San Diego, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Basic math
- No experience needed
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
14d
Cleaner/Janitor - San Diego
MEK Enterprise —San Diego, CA
- Temporary
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
Equipment Operator-Road
County of San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $68,785.60 - $84,406.40 a year
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- Forklift
Grounds Person Tree Care I ( 47340 Miramar)
BrightView Landscapes —San Diego, CA
- $20 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Basic math
- Maintenance
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Community Relations & Engagement Associate
Martin Marietta —San Diego, CA
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
- Overtime
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Bachelor of Science
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Heavy Equipment Operator-Union (Full-Time)
Penhall Company —San Diego, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
5d
LEAD MAINTENANCE WORKER (SEWER DIVISION)
City of Imperial Beach —Imperial Beach, CA
- $31.56 - $42.30 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
11d
Heavy Equipment Operator-Closed Landfills
County of San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $68,785.60 - $84,406.40 a year
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- CDL A
Proposal Marketing Associate, Remote, West Coast (Land Development & Public Works)
Atwell, LLC —San Diego, CA
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
Roadway Construction Inspector - San Diego
Pacific Pros —San Diego, CA
- $75 - $150 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Estimator
Hazard Construction —Lakeside, CA
- $140,000 - $180,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
FOREMAN-UNDERGROUND WET UTILITIES
Maxim Engineering —Santee, CA
- $160,000 - $166,000 a year
- Email
- Clean driving record
- No background check
- Pass drug screening
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
Quick Apply

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Parks Maintenance Worker I

City of Chula Vista, CA -
Chula Vista, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$4,539.86 - $5,518.20 a month
5 days ago

Qualifications

Safety regulations
Writing skills
Flagging for traffic control
Adhering to traffic regulations
Employee relationship building
English
Grounds maintenance and landscaping safety protocols
Radio communication systems
Company vehicle operation
Driver's License
Defensive driving

Full Job Description

Salary

$4,539.86 - $5,518.20 Monthly

Location

Chula Vista, CA

Job Type

Permanent, Full-Time

Job Number

26661908

Department

PW - Operations

Division

Public Works Admin

Opening Date

08/05/2026

Closing Date

8/13/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Description and Essential Functions

Position Summary

To perform a wide variety of routine manual work in the care and maintenance of park and recreational facilities; to operate and maintain related tools and equipment; and to perform related work as assigned. This is the entry level class in the Park Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Park Maintenance Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbent works under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

Essential Functions

Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: perform a wide variety of routine manual work in the care and maintenance of park and recreational facilities; operate and maintain a variety of hand and power landscaping tools and equipment, including hand and power mowers, gang mowers, small tractors, spreaders, rototillers, loaders, sprayers, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmer, weed eaters, chainsaws, rakes, shovels, hoes, pruners, brooms and other tools; mow, trim, edge, fertilize, aerate and water lawns, medians, parks and other assigned areas. Clean and maintain park grounds and other assigned areas, including athletic fields, tennis courts, paved areas, paths, walkways, playgrounds, and stairways; inspect assigned areas and correct or report safety hazards; clean, maintain and restock restrooms and other park buildings; pick up organic debris, trash and litter; weed, prune, mulch and prepare soil for planting; seed and re-sod lawn areas; plant trees, seedlings and shrubs as directed; perform basic painting, plumbing and carpentry work incidental to park maintenance activities; assist in planning landscaping and irrigation systems; install, repair and maintain irrigation systems; trap rodents as necessary; operate City trucks, trailers and tractors with attachments skillfully and safely; observe safe work methods and use safety equipment; secure worksites from traffic hazards as necessary; keep work related records using a computer; assist in the instruction and training of less experienced staff; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer services; perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be some experience in gardening or landscape work and formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

License or Certificate: Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: some methods of maintaining a variety of lawns, ground cover, plants, shrubs, and hedges; some safe work methods and safety regulations; basic use and minor maintenance of commonly used hand and power tools and equipment related to assignment; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to: learn and follow proper work methods and landscape maintenance techniques; learn practices and procedures of traffic control and flagging; learn to use, maintain, and operate landscaping tools and equipment; learn to recognize common plants, plant diseases and insect pests; drive City vehicles observing legal and defensive driving practices; learn pertinent rules, laws and policies relative to area of assignment; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

On a continuous basis walk, stand, bend, crouch or stoop, sit in jolting cab for varying periods of time; use hands and fingers to grasp tools; make repetitive hand and body motions; twist and reach below and above shoulder, climb ladders and perform physical activities on a continual basis; communicate in person, use a two-way radio, and use the telephone; lift or carry 50 pounds or less. See in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to a variety of weather conditions, traffic, noise, physical barriers, and around heavy equipment; work with exposure to fumes and odors of fertilizers, herbicides, insecticides, and pesticides.

Additional Information

Recruitment No. 26661908

To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail. Unless otherwise noted, a passing score must be achieved at each step of the selection process in order to have your name placed on the eligibility list for hiring consideration.

Notes: The examination materials for this recruitment are validated, copyrighted and/or inappropriate for review. The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended.

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