Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II/III
Listed on 2026-08-31
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Worker, Construction Labor & Trades, Building Maintenance
Public Works Maintenance Worker
Salary: $1,733.74 - $2,071.98 (Level I), $1,915.60 - $2,289.32 (Level II), $2,116.53 - $2,529.45 (Level III), paid bi-weekly
Examination
Schedule:
Written Examination will be conducted on Friday, September 18, 2026.
Examinations:
Written Exam (Weighted 100%) will be conducted to evaluate the applicant's knowledge of basic arithmetic; common scales, weights and measurements; tools and materials commonly used in road construction and maintenance; and the operation of tools and gasoline or diesel-powered construction and maintenance equipment. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.
Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:
Level I:
High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent and one (1) year work related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Level II:
Thirty (30) semester or forty-five (45) quarter units of college course work from an accredited college or university; OR High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent and one (1) year of work related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Level III:
Sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter units of college course work from an accredited college or university; OR High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent, and two (2) years of work related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Additional Requirements (all levels):
Possess a valid Class C California Driver's License. Some positions may require successfully completing a 40-hour Hazwoper training program within 6 months of hire or be terminated. Possession of a valid Class A or Class B California Driver's License.
Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your applications. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email to
This position works within the department of Public Works.
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