Maintenance Trainee - Extra-Help (Public Works)

Application submissions are managed exclusively on the City of Ventura career site. To ensure your application and materials are submitted in a timely and complete manner, please apply through https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/Jobs. Submissions through other websites &/or methods will not be accepted.

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted and reviewed on a continuous basis. Open until filled.

First Review of Applications: Monday, September 29, 2025.

Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as this position may close without notice.

Pay

• $17.37 - $20.86. Hourly DOQ

A New Opportunity and what you’ll do...

The City of Ventura is hiring! We’re now accepting applications for a part-time, extra-help Maintenance Trainee. This is a great opportunity to join the City and gain hands-on experience in field maintenance work that directly impacts our community spaces. The current vacancy is in the Public Works Department.

We’re looking for individuals ready to work outdoors, learn new skills, and support critical city services that keep Ventura clean, safe, and beautiful. Whether you are seeking to gain experience, support our operations, or contribute to our community, opportunities are available within our team.

These are part-time extra-help positions.

What You’ll Do:

Street Maintenance

This position will support a variety of street maintenance tasks, including assisting with roadway repairs, cleaning and clearing debris, sand removal, storm drain maintenance, and maintaining sidewalks and curbs. Duties may also include driving responsibilities and performing other related fieldwork to help maintain the City’s infrastructure.  

These positions are part-time, extra-help, temporary, and paid on an hourly basis. They may require working a rotational schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Learn More – Essential Information

For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City’s Career Page at  City of Ventura Jobs or by viewing here Maintenance Trainee.

Experience and Qualifications for Success!

Combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Desirable: related experience and knowledge of common tools used in landscape maintenance and plant care, and the operation of small motorized equipment.

License: Certain positions may require the ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license.

Apply Now!

Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs.

• It is important that your city job application show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs, and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.

• After you apply, all future correspondence from the city will be via E-Mail and in your Workday candidate account. Please check your messages regularly and keep your contact information up to date using your on-line application portal.

Start Your Journey… Follow the Process

Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted and reviewed on a continuous basis. Open until filled.

First Review of Applications: Monday, September 29, 2025.

Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as this position may close without notice.

• All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed, and only those candidates determined to be most qualified based on experience, training, and ed