Parks Maintenance Worker - Extra Help

COUNTY OF LAKE, CA
Lake County, California United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 04, 2025
  • Salary: $17.92 - $25.26 Hourly USD
  • Variable Shift
  • Building Maintenance
  • Clerical and Administrative Support
  • Parks and Recreation
  • Job Description

    Job Details

    Under general minimal supervision, performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and physical labor duties in the maintenance, construction, repair, and cleanup of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities; selects methods and procedures to use in parks maintenance areas; and performs related duties as assigned, under direct supervision, assisting with performing a variety of semi-skilled, skilled, and physical labor duties in the maintenance, repair, and cleanup of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities.

    To apply for County Positions - All applications for County positions must be submitted through the County’s online application system. All County recruitments will be posted at jobs.lakecountyca.gov . The County of Lake reserves the right to limit the number of applications that will be accepted for any open recruitment, and any such limit will be included on the job posting. Completed online applications must be submitted by the close of business on the date that the recruitment closes. All relevant experience must be included on the application to be considered. Relevant experience and /or education (unofficial transcripts must be included) may be substituted at a ratio of 2 to 1 for the purpose of meeting minimum qualifications and applicants should contact the Human Resources department for details.

    The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer.

    EXTRA HELP - TEMPORARY WORK ASSIGNMENT

    An individual may be hired as Extra Help Employee for a temporary work assignment at such compensation as determined by County of Lake personnel rules and regulations.
    • Extra Help Employees are typically hired at an hourly rate of pay at the first step of the salary range.
    • Extra Help Employees are paid only for hours worked.
    • Extra Help Employees are entitled to legally mandated benefits, which does not include paid vacation or holidays.
    • Extra Help Employees do not have status.
    • Extra Help Employment is temporary and may end at any time.

    Extra help positions are limited to no more than 25 hours per week (unless position is considered seasonal) and no more than 900 hours per fiscal year, whether upon certification from an eligible list or upon authorization to appoint any person who meets the minimum qualifications of the classification.

    **SEASONAL EMPLOYEE:

    An extra help employee who works a seasonal job (tied to an actual season, not just part-year) for a portion of the year and who will not perform any work for the County for at least 26 consecutive weeks between seasons definition is subject to future change as terminology is further defined by the ACA.

    CalPERS RETIREE: Public Employees’ Retirement Law (PERL). Effective January 1, 2012, Assembly Bill (AB) 1028 amended Government Code (G.C.) sections 21224, 21229, and 21221(h) concerning employment after retirement. If an individual is receiving a CalPERS retirement benefit, the eligibility to work an Extra Help - Temporary Work Assignment may be restricted to only temporary assignments for a special project or backlog of work.

    Important Notice - The provisions listed on job postings, job descriptions, or other recruitment materials do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within job postings, job descriptions or other recruitment material may be modified or revoked without notice. All County of Lake applicants who receive a conditional employment offer must comply with the County’s pre-employment medical review program before they may be appointed to the County position.

    Minimum Qualifications

    PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER I

    Licensing and Certifications:

    Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License.

    Education and Experience:

    Previous work experience in parks and/or ground maintenance work is highly desirable.

    PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER II

    Licensing and Certifications:

    Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License.

    Education and Experience:

    One (1) year of full-time experience in parks and/or ground maintenance work comparable to that of a Parks Maintenance Worker I with the County of Lake.

    PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER, SENIOR

    Licensing and Certifications:

    Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

    Possession of First Aid and CPR certification.

    Education and Experience:

    Two (2) years of work experience in parks and/or ground maintenance work comparable to that of a Parks Maintenance Worker II with the County of Lake.

    Previous experience with trade skills such as construction, plumbing, electrical, drywall, roofing, mechanics, painting, welding, metal fabrication, landscaping, concreting, waterproofing, liquid mechanics, lake management.

    Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

    General Recruitment Information

    This is not exhaustive of all job responsibilities. For more details, please refer to the link provided below.

    To view the complete job description, you have two options: Either visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lakecountyca/classspecs or simply click on this link.

    The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.

    Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.

    ADA Accommodations

    Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.

    The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer

    Veteran's Preference

    PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER I

    DEFINITION

    Under direct supervision, assists with performing a variety of semiskilled, skilled, and physical labor duties in the maintenance, repair and cleanup of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities; and performs related duties as assigned.
    DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
    This is the entry and first working level in the Parks Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties in the maintenance, repair, and cleanup of County parks, landscaped areas, recreational facilities, and related machinery and equipment. Incumbents assist with the more skilled assignments under direct guidance.

    Positions in the Parks Maintenance Worker series are flexibly staffed. Incumbents may advance to the higher classifications after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, licenses, and certifications which meet the qualifications for and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher-level class.
    SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
    Receives direct supervision from the Parks Area Supervisor or Parks Maintenance Worker, Senior. Exercises no supervision over staff. May provide lead direction, work coordination, and training to extra help employees, on-the-job trainees, and inmate workers, as assigned.
    EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
    Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
    • Assists with performing a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and cleanup of County parks, landscaped areas, recreational facilities, boat launching facilities, and associated equipment.
    • Assists with and performs duties such as mowing, watering, and maintaining lawns and shrubs.
    • Operates hand tools, power equipment, and vehicles.
    • Learns to and maintains equipment used during the course of work.
    • Cleans and disinfects restrooms.
    • Performs general janitorial duties such as cleaning toilets, fixtures, floors, and stocking supplies.
    • Empties trash receptacles.
    • Cleans walkways, parking lots, and other areas of trash.
    • Plants, waters, cultivates, weeds, prunes, and fertilizes trees, shrubbery, flowers, and lawns.
    • Performs biohazard cleanup.
    • Interacts with park patrons, the homeless, and law enforcement.
    • Deals with animals, both living and deceased.
    • Observes and reports needed repairs.
    • Sweeps and rakes grounds.
    • Learns to install, maintain, and repair sprinkler systems.
    • Clears debris and performs storm damage cleanup.
    • Learns to perform routine maintenance and repair duties on equipment.
    • Loads, rakes, and shovels grass clippings.
    • Performs general plumbing and maintenance activities.
    • Learns to operate power tools such as chain saws.
    • Replenishes supplies.
    • Requisitions supplies as needed.
    • Learns to mix fertilizers, herbicides, and soil nutrients.
    • Builds and repairs trails.
    • Assists in weed and vegetation abatement.
    • Assists with tree trimming and removal.
    • May provide lead direction, work coordination, and training, as assigned.
    • Performs related duties as assigned.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Knowledge of:
    • Basic knowledge of practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the care and maintenance of parks, forests, grounds, and recreation facilities.
    • General groundskeeping and landscape maintenance methods and procedures.
    • Basic hand tools and equipment used in routine groundskeeping work.
    • Safe work practices.
    • Principles of lead direction, work coordination, and training.
    • Boom truck operations for tree trimming.
    • Written and oral communications skills.
    • Proper English spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
    • Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation.
    • Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction.

    Ability to:
    • Learn and perform a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
    • Perform heavy physical work.
    • Use power tools.
    • Learn to perform park care and landscape maintenance assignments.
    • Learn to install and maintain sprinkler systems.
    • Learn to recognize and locate conditions requiring maintenance and repair.
    • Learn to use and care for hand and power tools used in park care and maintenance work.
    • Learn to estimate time and materials for maintenance assignments.
    • Effectively provide training to less experienced staff.
    • Provide lead direction, work coordination, and training, as assigned.
    • Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
    • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
    • Utilize a computer, relevant software applications, and/or other equipment as assigned to perform a variety of work tasks.

    • Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.


    Licensing and Certifications:

    Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License.

    Education and Experience:

    Previous work experience in parks and/or ground maintenance work is highly desirable.
    WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
    The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

    Incumbents generally work outside of a typical office environment and may be exposed to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted workspaces.

    Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

    Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

    Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

    Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

    Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

    Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

    A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).

    Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.

    The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

    PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER II
    DEFINITION
    Under direct supervision, performs a variety of skilled, semiskilled, and physical labor duties in the maintenance, repair, and cleanup of County parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities; and performs related duties as assigned.
    DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
    This is the journey level in the Parks Maintenance Worker series. Incumbents perform a variety of duties in the maintenance, repair, and cleanup of County parks, landscaped areas, recreational facilities, and related machinery and equipment. Incumbents assist with the more skilled assignments under direct guidance.

    The Parks Maintenance Worker II level is distinguished from the Parks Maintenance Worker I in that incumbents perform a broader range of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance assignments on a more independent basis.

    This class is further distinguished from Parks Maintenance Worker, Senior, in that the latter is the advanced working level classification and exercises considerable independent judgment, selecting methods and procedures for work completion.
    SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
    Receives direct supervision from the Parks Area Supervisor or Parks Maintenance Worker, Senior. Exercises no supervision over staff. May provide lead direction, work coordination, and training for extra help employees, on-the-job trainees, and inmate workers, as assigned.
    EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
    Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
    • Performs a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and cleanup of County parks, landscaped areas, recreational facilities, boat launching facilities, and associated equipment.
    • Performs duties such as mowing, watering, and maintaining lawns and shrubs.
    • Plants, waters, cultivates, weeds, prunes, and fertilizes trees, shrubbery, flowers, and lawns.
    • Performs general janitorial work.
    • Cleans and disinfects restrooms.
    • Observes and reports needed repairs.
    • Replenishes supplies.
    • Requisitions supplies as needed.
    • Performs routine maintenance and repair duties on equipment.
    • Loads, rakes, and shovels grass clippings.
    • Sweeps and rakes grounds.
    • Empties trash receptacles.
    • Installs, maintains, and repairs sprinkler systems, wells, and water pumps.
    • Operates hand tools, power equipment, and vehicles.
    • Performs a variety of building and facilities maintenance, including the repair of light and plumbing fixtures, painting, and related equipment.
    • Operates boom truck for tree trimming and light bulb replacement.
    • Performs biohazard cleanup.
    • Interacts with park patrons, the homeless, and law enforcement.
    • Deals with animals, both living and deceased.
    • Clears debris and performs storm damage cleanup.
    • Mixes fertilizers, herbicides, and soil nutrients.
    • Operates power tools such as chain saws.
    • Maintains equipment used during the course of work.
    • May provide lead direction, work coordination, and training, as assigned.
    • Performs related duties as assigned.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Knowledge of:
    • Practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the care and maintenance of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
    • Methods of new and retrofit construction.
    • General groundskeeping and landscape maintenance methods and procedures.
    • Basic hand tools and equipment used in routine groundskeeping work.
    • Safe work practices.
    • Safe driving practices and the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motor vehicles.
    • Methods of sprinkler system maintenance and repair.
    • Methods of applying herbicides.
    • Principles of lead direction, work coordination, and training.
    • Customer service principles and techniques.
    • Written and oral communications skills.
    • Proper English spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
    • Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation.
    • Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction.

    Ability to:
    • Perform a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
    • Perform heavy physical work.
    • Maintain and make basic repairs to equipment.
    • Maintain basic records.
    • Install and maintain sprinkler systems.
    • Recognize and locate conditions, which require maintenance and repair.
    • Use and care for hand and power tools used in park care and maintenance work.
    • Cut keys and re-key locks.
    • Estimate time and materials for maintenance assignments.
    • Make basic mathematical calculations.
    • Effectively provide training to less experienced staff.
    • Provide lead direction, work coordination, and training, as assigned.
    • Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Utilize a computer, relevant software applications, and/or other equipment as assigned to perform a variety of work tasks.
    • Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

    Licensing and Certifications:

    Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License.

    Education and Experience:

    One (1) year of full-time experience in parks and/or ground maintenance work comparable to that of a Parks Maintenance Worker I with the County of Lake.
    WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
    The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

    Incumbents generally work outside of a typical office environment and may be exposed to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted workspaces.

    Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

    Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

    Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

    Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

    Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

    Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

    A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).

    Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.

    The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

    PARKS MAINTENANCE WORKER, SENIOR
    DEFINITION
    Under general minimal supervision, performs a variety of skilled, semi-skilled, and physical labor duties in the maintenance, construction, repair, and cleanup of county parks, landscaped areas, and recreational facilities; selects methods and procedures to use in parks maintenance areas; and performs related duties as assigned.
    DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
    This is the advanced journey/lead worker level in the Parks Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents performs advanced journey level skilled and semi-skilled assignments.

    Incumbents require a high degree of knowledge, skill, and exercise considerable independent judgment in the selection of methods and procedures to use within the park maintenance areas. Incumbents will also be expected to provide some training for Parks Maintenance Workers I/II and extra help workers.

    This class is distinguished from Parks Maintenance Worker II, by the fact that Parks Maintenance Worker, Senior is not regularly assigned lead work and works coordination responsibilities for other regular staff.
    SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
    Receives general supervision from a variety of supervisory or management positions, depending upon the department or program area where assigned. May provide lead direction, work coordination, and training, as assigned.
    EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
    Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

    Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
    • Performs a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, repair, and cleanup of county parks, public restrooms, landscaped areas, recreational facilities, boat launching facilities, and associated equipment.
    • Performs complex irrigation, plumbing, electrical work.
    • Estimates time and materials.
    • Maintains records of maintenance activities.
    • Performs the maintenance, repair, and rebuilding of commercial grade equipment.
    • Estimates and repairs damages due to vandalism, storms, and aging facilities.
    • Performs duties such as mowing, watering, and shaping lawns and shrubs.
    • Plants, waters, cultivates, weeds, prunes, and fertilizes trees, shrubbery, flowers, and lawns.
    • Mixes fertilizers, herbicides, and soil nutrients.
    • Sweeps and rakes grounds.
    • Empties trash receptacles.
    • Installs, maintains, and repairs sprinkler systems.
    • Performs routine maintenance and repair duties on equipment.
    • Loads, rakes, and shovels grass clippings.
    • Performs general janitorial work.
    • Operates power tools such as chain saws.
    • Cleans and disinfects restrooms.
    • Replenishes supplies.
    • Requisitions supplies as needed.
    • Observes and reports needed repairs.
    • Maintains equipment used during the course of work.
    • Operates hand tools, power equipment, and vehicles.
    • Performs a variety of building and facilities maintenance, including the repair of light and plumbing fixtures, painting, and related equipment.
    • May provide training for Parks Maintenance Workers I/II and extra help workers.
    • May clear debris.
    • Performs related duties as assigned.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
    • Practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the care and maintenance of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
    • Methods of applying herbicides.
    • Basic hand tools and equipment used in routine grounds keeping work.
    • Safe work practices.
    • Safe driving practices and the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motor vehicles.
    • Methods of sprinkler system maintenance and repair.
    • General grounds keeping and landscape maintenance methods and procedures.

    Ability to:
    • Recognize and locate conditions, which require maintenance and repair.
    • Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, customers, and clients.
    • Perform a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of parks, grounds, and recreation facilities.
    • Effectively provide training to less experienced staff.
    • Maintain and make basic repairs to equipment.
    • Maintain basic records.
    • Install and maintain sprinkler systems.
    • Use and care for hand and power tools used in park care and maintenance work.
    • Estimate time and materials for maintenance assignments.
    • Make basic mathematical calculations.
    • Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
    • Perform heavy physical work.

    Licensing and Certifications:

    Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

    Possession of First Aid and CPR certification.

    Education and Experience:

    Two (2) years of work experience in parks and/or ground maintenance work comparable to that of a Parks Maintenance Worker II with the County of Lake.

    Previous experience with trade skills such as construction, plumbing, electrical, drywall, roofing, mechanics, painting, welding, metal fabrication, landscaping, concreting, waterproofing, liquid mechanics, lake management.

    Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.
    WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
    The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

    Incumbents generally work outside of a typical office environment and may be exposed?to?extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted?workspaces. Incumbents may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

    Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

    Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

    Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

    Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

    Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

    Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

    A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).

    Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.

    The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer ” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

    RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS).CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees.The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information.

    HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options.

    VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees.

    VACATION - 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

    SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

    HOLIDAYS- An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

    SALARY - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range.

    SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security.

    CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE - SDI is available to some County employees.

    DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees.

    Closing Date/Time: 6/13/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • County of Lake
    • County of Lake

     

    WORKING FOR LAKE COUNTY 

    Lake County is located in the heart of Northern California’s wine country just north of the San Francisco Bay Area and 100 miles from Sacramento.  Lake County is home to the largest freshwater Lake in California with 68 square miles of lake offering unsurpassed recreation including fishing, boating, swimming, and water skiing. There is no shortage of other incredible activities like camping, off-roading, hiking, biking, antiquing, excellent restaurants, breweries, and wine tasting. Lake County is one of the fastest growing winemaking regions in America with over 30 wineries and 9,000+ acres of vineyards.

     
    The County of Lake employees enjoy outstanding employment opportunities, training, excellent benefits, flexible schedules, easy commutes, and affordable housing.

    LOCATION AND SIZE

    Lake County is in Northern California, north of the San Francisco Bay Area.
    It is slightly inland from the Pacific Ocean. It is bordered by Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, Glenn, Colusa, and Yolo counties.
    Lake County California covers an area of 1,327 square miles.
    The highest peak in Lake County is Snow Mountain at 7,056 feet in the wilderness area of the Mendocino National Forest.

    DISTANCES/DRIVING TIMES

    From San Francisco: 110 miles, approximately two hours
    From Sacramento: 110 miles, approximately two hours
    From Pacific Coast: 70 miles, approximately an hour and a half

    HISTORY

    Clear Lake is said to have been formed more than 2 million years ago. Mt. Konocti formed gradually through a number of volcanic episodes. Pomo Indians settled the area over 10,000 years before Spanish soldiers arrived in 1821. By the mid 1800s, the area was being settled by pioneers and Europeans. After being part of Mendocino, Colusa, and Napa counties, Lake County was formed on May 20, 1861. The county’s name derives from the many lakes in the area, most prominently Clear Lake. For more info, visit out History and Heritage page.

    CITIES AND COMMUNITIES

    Within Lake County are two incorporated cities, Clearlake, the largest city; and Lakeport, the county seat. Other communities include:
    Anderson Springs
    Blue Lakes
    Clearlake Oaks
    Clearlake Park
    Cobb
    Finley
    Glenhaven
    Hidden Valley Lake
    Kelseyville
    Loch Lomond
    Lower Lake
    Lucerne
    Middletown
    Nice
    Clear Lake Rivieras (Riveria West, Riveria Heights, and Riveria)
    Soda Bay
    Spring Valley
    Upper Lake
    Witter Springs

    NATURAL WONDERS

    Nature’s wonders abound in Lake County. Clear Lake is the largest natural lake in the state of California. The Geysers is the largest geothermal field complex in the world. “Lake County diamonds” are there for the picking. Mt. Konocti, formed by volcanic eruptions, can be seen from anywhere on the lake. Lake County is home to Tule Elk, more than 150 bird species, the Clear Lake Hitch, a native fish found only in Clear Lake, and native trees – all of which make Lake County a natural wonderland.

    MAJOR EVENTS

    Independence Day Festivities
    Activities around Lake County promise a slice of Americana on the Fourth of July, including fireworks, street fairs, a parade in Lakeport, even the Clearlake International Worm Races. Fireworks dazzle the sky above Clear Lake at the Lakeport Independence Day festivities, the Maxine Sherman Annual Fireworks in Clearlake Oaks, and in the private community of Hidden Valley Lake. Visit our full Events Calendar.
    Lake County Wine Adventure
    Held annually on the third weekend in May, this two-day passport-type event features wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, barrel tastings, tours, and prize drawings at wineries and tasting rooms throughout Lake County. www.lakecountywineries.org
    Kelseyville Pear Festival
    Held every year on the last Saturday in September in the quaint town of Kelseyville, the event features pear activities and pear packing competitions, cooking demonstrations and pear tastings, quilt show, arts and crafts, fine art show and sale, children’s activities, mule-drawn wagon rides, food, antique tractor exhibit, live music, a parade, and the “Pear Pavilion.” Lake County is the largest supplier of premium fresh pears in California. Since the first commercial Bartlett orchard was planted in the late 1880s, buyers have chosen Lake County Mountain pears. This reputation began in 1885 when Lake County Bartlett pears were exhibited at the New Orleans World’s Fair. Presented by Kelseyville Business Association. www.pearfestival.com
    Holiday Parades and Festivals
    In numerous small towns around Lake County, there are heart-warming and welcoming holiday parades of lights, tree-lightings, festivals, and even a month-long teddy bear reunion in Upper Lake.

    MAJOR INDUSTRIES

    The local economy is based primarily on agriculture, tourism, and the geothermal power industry. Lake County is an ultra-premium winegrape-growing area and also is famous for its pears and walnuts.

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