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| **SALARY:** $20.19 - $24.34 / Hour | | | --- | --- | | **OPENING DATE:** 07/13/26 | | | **CLOSING DATE:** 7/27/26 at 1:00 PM Pacific Time The current vacancies are in the **Recreation & Parks Department**, and **Public Works Department.** **THE POSITION:** Under direct supervision, performs routine and semi-skilled manual work of limited difficulty in the maintenance and improvement of: municipal parks and streetscapes including grounds and City buildings, solid waste, recycling or related areas. Performs a wide variety of manual work related to general maintenance activities. Employees in this class are not required to drive commercial vehicles. Performs other work as required. | | --- | For information on specific job duties, please see full job description, by clicking: [**Facility Worker**](https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bakersfield/classspecs/newprint/23666) Applications will be accepted **only** from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the **COMPLETED application & supplemental questionnaire**that they meet the below requirements: - One year of experience in the performance of grounds or building maintenance and repair, general labor or other related experience. **OR** - Three (3) months or 400 hours continuous assignment in a general temporary labor capacity with the City of Bakersfield within the last twelve months. - Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver's license - Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment physical exam **ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted 100%): (Tentative) Tuesday, August 11^th^ and 12^th^ , 2026.** An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required. ***NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, supplemental questionnaire, and typing certificate; otherwise, the application may be rejected.*****NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.**
Salary estimate
$40,822 – $49,637/yr
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