Maintenance Ranger

PLEASE NOTE: Applications received after September 28, 2025, will only be considered if the position is not filled.

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.

WORK SCHEDULE:
The regular schedule includes weekends and varies slightly, seasonally.

• Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays: 1:45 – 10:15 p.m.
• Fridays and Saturdays: 3:45 p.m. – 12:15 a.m.
• During the off season, starting mid-October, Friday and Saturday shifts will be 2:45 – 11:45 p.m. No other changes.

PAY & BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• $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.

To be considered for the Maintenance Ranger position, please complete the online application and supplemental questionnaire and view a complete list of job responsibilities by visiting our career section at www.hwd.com/Careers.  Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the online application.