Street Maintenance Worker I

The Department:

The Department of Public Works (DPW) constructs, maintains and improves various components of the Citys infrastructure and provides quality, cost-effective, timely services to the residents and businesses of Santa Clara. DPW is responsible for a wide variety of programs throughout the City which includes:

• design,
• construction management,
• stormwater pollution prevention,
• inspection and maintenance of City streets, sidewalks, storm drain systems,
• traffic signs and markings,
• street trees,
• landscaping and the closed landfill.

The Department oversees the coordination and management support for the Convention Center Maintenance District, which consists of Hyatt Regency, Techmart, and the City, and maintains the grounds of the Franklin Square complex under the Downtown Parking Maintenance District. DPW manages solid waste contracts which provide services such as garbage, yard waste, recycling, street sweeping, household hazardous waste and the annual Clean-Up Campaign.

The Position:

The Street Maintenance Worker I is the entry-level classification in the Street Maintenance Worker series. An incumbent in this classification performs the basic labor tasks required of the Street, Storm, Traffic, and Landscape Maintenance divisions of the Public Works Department. Assignments are generally limited in scope and performed within a procedural framework established by The Department of Public Works.This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Additional Information:

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write see resume, NA, or personnel file.). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a Resume and answer all supplemental questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the Apply Now feature on the job announcement at July 10, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.

The annual salary range for this position is $79,203.48 - $101,387.88. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED;

Minimum Experience Requirements:

• One (1) year of recent experience in construction; grounds, landscape, street, water/sewer, or building maintenance; and/or as a member of a traffic field crew.

Acceptable Substitution:

None.

License/Certifications:

• Possession of a valid Class C California driver's license is required at time of appointment and for duration of employment
• Attain and maintain a Traffic Flagging and Safety Certificate prior to completing probation

For Street, Storm, and Traffic Divisions:

• Possession of a valid Class A or Class B Commercial driver's license required within the first year of appointment.
• Grounds Maintenance Worker I's in the Public Works Department re-classified to Street Maintenance Worker I shall be grandfathered for the duration of their City employment in the Street Maintenance Worker I classification from the California Class A or B Commercial Driver's License requirement.

For Landscape Division:

• Attain and maintain a California Department of Food and Agriculture Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) in categories B, C or F prior to completing probation.

Other Requirements:

• May be required to work odd and unusual hours in the performance of duties and in emergency situations
• Incumbents with a Class A or B Commercial driver's license may be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing as mandated by federal regulations
• Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of the job assignment

Follow this to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview may be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

VETERANS PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veterans Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at ... or ... .