Maintenance Ranger bei Helix Water District, CA
Helix Water District, CA · Lakeside, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Lakeside
About the Department
Are you a dependable, self-motivated professional who takes pride in their work? HELIX WATER DISTRICT is seeking a full-time Maintenance Ranger to help care for our lake and campground facilities by performing repair and construction activities, while also ensuring the security of the district's reservoir and campground. This role is ideal for individuals with solid work experience, strong integrity and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. If you enjoy working outdoors, take initiative and are committed to public service, we'd love to hear from you.
Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays: 1:45 - 10:15 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays: 3:45 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.
$28.80 - $36.76/hour: Starting pay based on experience. Full-time employees are eligible for 5% merit increases on an annual basis until they reach top of their pay range. Health: 100% employee premiums paid for medical, dental and vision benefits. Paid Leave: 24 days (192 hours) annual PTO accrual, increases after 5 years. Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including 2 floating holidays. Retirement: Enrollment in CalPERS (California Public Employees Retirement System) Deferred Compensation: Yearly match up to $3,500 on 457 plan contributions Education Reimbursement: Up to $4,000 annually for qualifying coursework after one year of employment.
Position Duties
You will have a wide variety of work as a Maintenance Ranger including:
Maintaining the Lake and Campground Facilities. We take pride in the beautiful setting at Lake Jennings. It is important to perform routine upkeep of the lake, reservoir, campsites, trails, docks and surrounding areas. This could be as minor as conducting landscaping or trash removal but could also include larger projects such as basic plumbing tasks or minor concrete and asphalt repairs, to ensure a clean, safe and welcoming environment.
Other responsibilities could include inspecting and repairing facilities and equipment such as gates, restrooms and utility systems. Our Maintenance Rangers need to be able to operate hand and power tools, vehicles, boats, and other equipment safely and effectively.
Patrol and Security. Our Maintenance Rangers are responsible for monitoring the lake and campground during evening hours to ensure safety and prevent unauthorized access. Maintenance Rangers regularly investigate unusual activity, respond to wildlife encounters responsibly, and report inappropriate behavior to law enforcement.
Guest Interaction and Support. Customer Service is one of our main values here at Helix. We strive to provide excellent customer service by answering questions, addressing complaints, and assisting with recreational programs and special events. This includes enforcing rules to ensure a positive experience for all visitors.
In addition, our Maintenance Rangers may collect fees, process camping reservations and permits, and manage inventory of supplies and equipment, while keeping workspaces organized.
Maintaining the Lake and Campground Facilities. We take pride in the beautiful setting at Lake Jennings. It is important to perform routine upkeep of the lake, reservoir, campsites, trails, docks and surrounding areas. This could be as minor as conducting landscaping or trash removal but could also include larger projects such as basic plumbing tasks or minor concrete and asphalt repairs, to ensure a clean, safe and welcoming environment.
Other responsibilities could include inspecting and repairing facilities and equipment such as gates, restrooms and utility systems. Our Maintenance Rangers need to be able to operate hand and power tools, vehicles, boats, and other equipment safely and effectively.
Patrol and Security. Our Maintenance Rangers are responsible for monitoring the lake and campground during evening hours to ensure safety and prevent unauthorized access. Maintenance Rangers regularly investigate unusual activity, respond to wildlife encounters responsibly, and report inappropriate behavior to law enforcement.
Guest Interaction and Support. Customer Service is one of our main values here at Helix. We strive to provide excellent customer service by answering questions, addressing complaints, and assisting with recreational programs and special events. This includes enforcing rules to ensure a positive experience for all visitors.
In addition, our Maintenance Rangers may collect fees, process camping reservations and permits, and manage inventory of supplies and equipment, while keeping workspaces organized.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualified candidates will have the following:
- Education experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school or possession of a GED
- A minimum of one year of experience in maintenance, recreation or lake operation.
- A valid Class C California driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability under the district’s vehicle insurance policy.
- Possession of or ability to obtain valid CPR/AED and First Aid certification within six months and maintain valid certification thereafter.
- Possession of or ability to obtain a California Boater Safety Card issued by the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways within six months from the date of hire as a maintenance ranger.
Other Qualifications
To be considered for the Maintenance Ranger, please select the APPLY button to complete the online application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an online application. For a complete list of job responsibilities, please visit our careers page.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications received after September 28, 2025, will only be considered if the position is not filled. Jetzt bewerben
