Job Details

MAINTENANCE WORKER ASSISTANT (PART-TIME)

Public Works Department- Streets, Stormwater & Drainage, & Trees Section

Work Schedule: M-F 7am -12pm

$21.59 - $27.17 per hour | 25 hours per week

ABOUT THE POSITION and TEAM

The City of Gilroy is hiring two part-time Maintenance Assistants for the Public Works - Streets, Storm, and Trees section. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience in maintaining public spaces, with duties including trash and debris removal, weed abatement, pressure washing, and general area cleanup. The team also maintains city streets, signs, storm drains, parking lots, bikeways, and pavement striping. This is a great opportunity to build skills in public works while helping keep Gilroy's streets and public areas clean, safe, and well-maintained. You'll be joining a dedicated, hardworking team that takes pride in keeping Gilroy's public areas clean, safe, and accessible for all. The Streets, Storm & Trees Section values teamwork, accountability, and doing the job right the first time. New team members can expect a supportive environment where they'll gain real-world experience, learn on the job, and play a direct role in improving the community's appearance and safety. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a foundation in public works and make a visible impact. The role includes on-the-job training and offers opportunities to grow into other positions within Public Works across various sections.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact on the City's outdoor environment, this is the ideal opportunity for you!

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL:

• Maintains a clean driving record and demonstrate a strong commitment to safe and responsible driving.
• Be customer service oriented with the ability to communicate clearly with members of the public.
• Be a team player with a can-do attitude.
• Motivated by physical work and helping keep public spaces clean and well-maintained.
• Able to accurately document and track completed cleaning areas and task.
• Be teachable and coachable with a sincere desire to learn.
• Be able to perform or coordinate various minor building maintenance tasks, including plumbing, carpentry, and painting.
• Collaborate effectively with other City departments, and the public to manage maintenance schedules and assigned responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES:

• Perform routine trash and debris removal in assigned zones.
• Dispose of garbage, litter, and debris as instructed.
• Learn how to operate and provide daily maintenance on equipment, vehicles, and hand and power tools as assigned.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of accurate records and reports.
• Assist in investigating service requests and complaints.
• Learn and conduct inspections as assigned.
• Perform disaster relief work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum twelfth grade education or a G.E.D.
• Six months of construction, maintenance, or landscape experience or training is qualifying. Prior work for a public agency or other similar service industry desired, but not required.
• Subject to recall on a scheduled and/or emergency basis. May be assigned to work varied shifts, holidays, or weekends to meet the needs of the City.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s).
• Employee is encouraged to obtain a Class A Driver License. If the employee obtains and wishes to use his/her Class A Driver License, the employee must participate in the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing program, which includes submission to random drug and alcohol testing.
• Pass a post-offer medical examination, which includes a drug test.
• Pass a Department of Justice criminal record check for employment.
• Prefer non-tobacco user.

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you are interested in pursuing this exciting career opportunity, please attach and submit the following items with your NEOGOV application:

• A completed City of Gilroy online application including supplemental responses (required).
• A detailed resume that highlights your related skills and experience (preferred).
• A detailed cover letter expressing your interest in the position with the City of Gilroy (preferred).

City Application Form - Candidates must complete the NEOGOV City of Gilroy application form for this position and submit online. Please prepare attachments prior to completion of the NEOGOV application as incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Apply Online: Go to https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofgilroy. You can apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link. After viewing the Job Description, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can import your resume from LinkedIn, upload it from a saved document on your computer, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings.

Recruitment Schedule - Key Dates*

• Application Closing Date: November 20, 2025 at 5:00 pm
• Interviews - December 2, 2025
• Department Interview - TBD

(*Note: The examination process/schedule may be changed as needed by the City.)

Only complete application packets will be reviewed. Only the most qualified applicants with the most relevant experience and education will be invited to continue in the selection process. In addition, final candidates for the position are required to pass an employment background check, State of California Department of Justice criminal records check, medical evaluation, and drug screen, given at the City's expense, prior to appointment. If special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department right away 408-846-0228.

Attention: Communication regarding your status in this recruitment process will be conducted via e-mail. Be sure to include an e-mail address on the employment application. Applicants are responsible for notifying Human Resources of any changes to an e-mail address and/or other contact information.

THE CITY OF GILROY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION.