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California, United States
Onsite
Applications are accepted exclusively through the City of Ventura Career Site:
www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs. Submissions through other websites or methods will not be accepted.
Pay & Benefits
Whether you're starting your career journey or seeking new opportunities, we welcome all and offer:
Pay (Hourly DOQ):
About the Opportunity
The City of Ventura is seeking a Sign Maintenance Worker to join the Public Works Department. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing street name and traffic control signs throughout the City. The incumbent may be assigned rotational standby duty and required to respond to callbacks within a designated time frame. Standby assignments are at the discretion of the Division Head.
Key responsibilities include:
Minimum Qualifications – Required
A combination of training experience equivalent to one year of maintenance or construction experience.
License: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and acceptable driving record is required. Within the time specified below, incumbent is required to obtain and, thereafter, maintain the following licenses/certifications:
About the Department
The City of Ventura’s Public Works Department plays a central role in building, maintaining, and protecting the community’s infrastructure and natural resources. Accredited by the American Public Works Association (APWA) since 2014, the department applies industry best practices and forward-thinking strategies to deliver high-quality projects that support safety, sustainability, and long-term community resilience.
The department is organized into five divisions that manage the city’s infrastructure, operations, and public services. Together, these divisions provide engineering, construction, transportation, environmental sustainability, fleet and facilities, and property management services that support the community’s growth, connectivity, and quality of life.
How to Apply & Selection Process
***OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT REGULAR CITY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEES***
Submit your online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. Resumes may be attached but will not replace a completed application or supplemental questionnaire. All communication regarding your application will be via email, so please check your inbox regularly and ensure your contact information is current.
Application Deadline: Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Selection Process Timeline:
· Anticipated interviews the week of 11/8/26
While the eligibility list for this classification may be used to fill other regular vacancies at the discretion of the City, this recruitment is specifically intended to fill the Sign Maintenance Worker position within the Public Works Department. Candidates selected from the eligibility list will be considered for assignment to this department based on departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Learn more about the Sign Maintenance Worker position by reviewing the job description here.
Additional Information
To learn more about the City’s hiring process, visit the City of Ventura Hiring Process page.
Questions? Contact the Recruitment Team:
recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov
(805) 654-7802
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail: recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!
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