Maintenance Specialist

Description/Special Instructions

The City of Elk Grove is now accepting applications for the position ofMAINTENANCE SPECIALIST (STREETS & TRAFFIC)

The City of Elk Grove Public Works Department is currently looking for skilled individuals to join the Operations & Maintenance Division!

The Operations & Maintenance Division is comprised of Capital Maintenance and Operations. These two sections are responsible for the planning, construction, operation, and maintenance of roadways, sidewalks, curb-ramps, traffic signals, streetlights, signs & markings, landscaping, and drainage.

The Department is seeking candidates with experience in the construction and/or maintenance of signs, roadway markings, and street infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of applicable laws, permits, maintenance principles and standards, and the ability to make sound decisions. This position requires excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work independently and exercise good judgment and initiative.

If you want to join a dedicated team that shares a commitment to keeping the City of Elk Grove safe and efficiently run, consider a career with the City of Elk Grove Public Works Department.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline: (subject to change)Filing Deadline: February 2, 2026, at 11:59 pm

Oral Board Interviews: February 12, 2026 (Virtual)Selection Interviews: February 17, 2026 (In Person)

The City offers a competitive salary and generous benefit package including CalPERS retirement benefits, a deferred compensation match and more.

Why work for the City of Elk Grove? Proud Heritage. Bright Future.

COMMUNITY PROFILE

Elk Grove is a vibrant, family-friendly community of approximately 174,775 people in the Sacramento, California region, located 14 miles south of the State Capital and 60 miles east of the Bay Area. Elk Grove is a young, ethnically diverse, modern city that was incorporated in 2000. Elk Grove has low crime, excellent schools, over 100 community parks and 28 miles of trails, plentiful dining and shopping options, numerous annual events and festivals, and over 270 sunny days per year.

Representative Duties

DEFINITION

Under direction, modifies, maintains, installs, and repairs public works infrastructure including streets, sidewalks, landscapes and irrigation, traffic devices, streetlighting, and storm water and drainage systems; performs a variety of manual labor and specialized maintenance work in support of the Public Works Department; operates and maintains hand and power tools and light to heavy duty vehicles and equipment; performs related duties as assigned. Duties may vary depending on the assigned department and division as described in the job functions section.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from assigned supervisory or management personnel. May exercise technical and functional direction over and provide training to lower-level staff and contractors.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the advanced journey level classification in the Maintenance Technician series responsible for performing specialized maintenance work in an assigned area. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment, and provide lead direction to a work unit of lower-level staff. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgment to perform assigned duties. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines, and methods to complete assignments. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. This class is distinguished from a supervisory class in that the latter has responsibilities for the supervision and evaluation of assigned staff.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Performs skilled technical duties related to area of assignment including streets, sidewalks, landscapes and irrigation, traffic devices, or storm water and drainage systems.
• Coordinates projects related to the installation, maintenance, and repair work within area of assigned duties including planning and scheduling the work and equipment; assists in preparing detailed cost estimates; may provide lead direction to staff in technical areas of assignment.
• Monitors contractors working within the area of assignment to ensure the work is appropriately performed.
• Performs inventory control of maintenance equipment, parts, and materials; maintains adequate inventory and purchases supplies as needed.
• Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
• Inspects assigned City infrastructure for safety issues, structural integrity, and possible future work projects and programs, and appropriately marks areas that need to be repaired.
• Maintains shop and garage areas, storage sites, and other work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.
• Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
• Current equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

When assigned to landscape maintenance section:

• Installs, maintains, and repairs central irrigation control systems; programs systems to connect to remote sites; maintains and adjusts irrigation schedules to meet required usage allotments in compliance with federal, state, and local mandates for water usage savings; installs system updates.
• Performs daily inspection of the City's irrigation systems; identifies safety or repair issues; troubleshoots electrical problems related to systems and equipment; performs repairs to system components;assigns minor maintenance repairs to contractors as needed.
• Evaluates irrigation needs based on a variety of factors including weather conditions, event schedules, and equipment performance; makes recommendations for system improvements.
• Coordinates the installation and testing of backflow devices; ensures devices are certified and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

When assigned to traffic device section:

• Fabricates, paints, and installs traffic control signs, legends, symbols, and devicesin accordance with traffic and vehicle control codes and ordinances.
• Determines letter and sign size to be used and sets up and operates vacuum applicator to affix facing and lettering to sign blanks.
• Prepares stencils; spaces and aligns stencils and paints road surface control legends; applies reflective, rumble and other raised pavement surface markings.
• Performs and assists in the installation of traffic warning, speed control, and other signs; paints traffic guards, barricades and raised traffic bars on pavement.
• Fabricates, maintains, and stocks signs and materials; fabricates or refurbishes signs as necessary.
• Measures and lays out, in the field, traffic channelization intersection markings and pavement legends; places painting and safety equipment at job site.

When assigned to stormwater section:

• Inspects, maintains, operates, and manages pump stations telemetry, electrical, and mechanical equipment.
• Inspects stormwater infrastructure such as storm drains, catch basins, culverts, and detention/retention ponds to ensure they are functioning correctly.
• Conducts inspections of stormwater facilities to identify potential issues or needed repairs; and oversees and performs repairs as necessary.
• Performs and assists in larger repair projects or upgrades, which may involve excavation, installation of new drainage pipes, and construction of new stormwater management facilities.
• Ensures that all stormwater management activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in the preparation and maintenance of records and reports related to stormwater management activities, inspections, and maintenance.
• Responds to stormwater-related emergencies, such as flooding or blockages, to mitigate immediate risks and damage; implements emergency response procedures to handle stormwater overflow and prevent environmental contamination.
• Collects data on stormwater system performance, including flow rates, pollutant levels, and infrastructure condition.
• Analyzes data to identify trends, potential problems, and opportunities for improvement in stormwater management practices.