Parking Meter Attendant I

The City of Fresno, the largest city in the San Joaquin Valley and the fifth largest city in California, is a dynamic and thriving municipality with a population exceeding 545,000 residents. Known as the financial core of the San Joaquin Valley, Fresno's economy significantly benefits from its large-scale agricultural production. The city is actively involved in exciting development projects, including the revitalization of Downtown Fresno and the construction of the High Speed Rail, which continue to boost its growing economy and enhance the quality of life for its residents.

Situated in the geographical center of California, Fresno offers a rich variety of natural and cultural attractions. It is home to lush agricultural fields, numerous lakes, and the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range. Recreational opportunities abound with 300 days of sunshine annually, facilitating year-round activities such as sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing. The city's ideal location provides easy access to Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National Parks as well as proximity to metropolitan areas like Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area. Additionally, Fresno boasts affordable housing, diverse dining options, vibrant arts and culture scenes, farmers markets, wineries, and top educational institutions including California State University, Fresno.

The City of Fresno operates under a full-service charter government with a strong mayor who appoints the city manager and department heads to ensure effective city operations. Fresno embraces its role as a community-builder and employer committed to growth, innovation, and delivering excellent public service.

The role of Parking Meter Attendant II within the City of Fresno’s Planning and Development Department invites energetic and hardworking individuals to support the mission of Building a Better Fresno. This position is vital in maintaining city parking infrastructure which is critical in managing downtown and city-wide parking operations smoothly. As a Parking Meter Attendant II, you will engage in preventive maintenance and repair of parking meters, parking control devices, and related mechanical and electronic equipment. Your responsibilities will also include collecting, sorting, and counting money from parking meters, ensuring accurate cash handling and record-keeping. This is a journey-level role expected to be filled by candidates who have progressed from Parking Meter Attendant I through training and satisfactory performance.

The position requires medium physical exertion including lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and performing tasks such as balancing, crawling, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, standing, walking, and uses of repetitive motions. Mental acuity, visual acuity, and clear communication skills are essential to performing job duties safely and effectively.

The role offers a competitive salary range from $4,501 to $5,474 per month, reflecting the importance of this position in the efficient management and operation of parking systems. The City of Fresno values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits that support employees’ health, welfare, and retirement security. The selection process includes an application review followed by an oral examination assessing technical knowledge and skills pertinent to the role. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides accommodations for candidates with disabilities.

Joining the City of Fresno as a Parking Meter Attendant II means becoming part of a dedicated public service team where your efforts help sustain the economic vitality and livability of one of California's fastest-growing communities. You’ll benefit from job stability, ongoing training and development opportunities, and the satisfaction of contributing to a well-functioning urban environment while enjoying access to one of the state's most attractive geographical locations and community resources. This role is ideal for individuals who take pride in technical work and want to be part of a larger mission to enhance urban infrastructure reliability and customer service.