Parks & Maintenance Worker Trainee ​/ Parks & Maintenance Worker

The Town of Los Gatos is accepting applications for the position of:

Parks and Maintenance Worker Trainee

$31.0237 - $39.5950 per hour

Plus excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, pension, short- and long-term insurance.

OR

Parks & Maintenance Worker

$41.3388 - $52.7598 per hour

Plus excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, pension, short- and long-term insurance.

Placement will be based on experience and possession of a valid California Class A or B driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

This recruitment is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed every Friday; interviews will be held during the week of August 24, 2026.

The Town of Los Gatos is recruiting for a Parks and Maintenance Worker Trainee or Parks and Maintenance Worker in the Parks and Public Works Department. Placement in the Trainee or Worker position will be based on the candidate's work experience as it relates to the position. This recruitment will be used to fill one vacancy and create an eligibility list for future vacancies.

Parks and Maintenance Worker Trainee: The ideal candidate for the Parks and Maintenance Worker Trainee position is a motivated individual who thrives both as a team player and when working independently, and has a willingness and eagerness to learn. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong work ethic, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to providing excellent service to maintain and enhance public spaces.

They should be adaptable, reliable, and excited about developing new skills in a hands-on environment.

Parks and Maintenance Worker: We are seeking a highly self‑motivated and reliable Parks Maintenance Worker to join our dedicated team in the Parks Division. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in landscape maintenance, with hands‑on experience in tasks such as tree trimming, brush clearing, and maintaining turf and plant life. A solid understanding of irrigation systems, including the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and adjust components, is essential.

The candidate should also be well‑versed in the safe application of pesticides and fertilizers, adhering to all safety protocols and environmental guidelines.

In addition to landscape upkeep, this position requires the ability to conduct regular inspections, perform repairs, and make adjustments to playground equipment, ensuring all facilities are safe, functional, and up to code. Successful candidates will be proactive in identifying maintenance needs, able to work independently with minimal supervision, and possess a strong work ethic. The ideal worker will also have excellent problem‑solving skills and a keen attention to detail, ensuring that the parks are not only maintained but enhanced for community use.

The ability to follow safety regulations and communicate effectively with both team members and the public is a must.

IMPORTANT: You must have a valid Class A or Class B commercial driver's license in California with a satisfactory driving record in order to be eligible for the Maintenance Worker position.

Parks & Maintenance personnel perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled assignments in the maintenance of streets, parks, and drainage systems. View the full job description for both classifications.

Incumbents assigned to the Parks Division possess current knowledge and experience in general parks landscape maintenance, including tree trimming, clearing brush, working with landscape irrigation systems, applying pesticides, and practicing safe work protocols. The position will also maintain and make repairs and adjustments to irrigation systems and playground equipment.

Incumbents possess current knowledge and experience in general road and sidewalk maintenance and repair, such as forming and finishing concrete and reconstruction of streets and roadways, and practicing safe work protocols. Incumbents are responsible for activities and equipment operation in the construction, maintenance and general services related to street, storm drain, pavement marking and street signing activities.