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THE CITY

The City of American Canyon is seeking an entry-level Maintenance Worker to perform a variety of maintenance and construction duties and operate public works/parks equipment. Initial hires and assignments are made to either the parks, streets/storm drainage, or water distribution/wastewater collection sections, although Maintenance Workers may be reassigned to any of the sections at any time for business or career development reasons.  Maintenance Worker I’s may advance to the Maintenance Worker II level with a salary range of $4,534 -$5,510 per month, after a minimum of two years of successful service and upon the recommendation of the supervisor.

Watershed Aides

Open to all interested persons

Please review ALL information in this job announcement for deadlines, information and changes.

A District application and supplemental questionnaire response are required for consideration.   These positions are “open until filled”.  Therefore, it is recommended that interested persons apply as soon as possible as the recruitment may be closed at any time.

In addition to consideration for the current needs for Watershed Aides, applications for Watershed Aides will be retained for consideration for future Watershed Aide opportunities for which the applicant is qualified.

Salary:       $19.13 - $22.07 per hour

Posted:     8/27/2019

Filing Deadline:     Open Until Filled

The recruitment may be closed at any time

Position Description                                                                                             

The District has a need for Watershed Aides, to serve in one of five distinct areas.  These positions are all within the Watershed Management programs of the District’s Facilities & Watershed Management Division, and are in the five areas of:

• Vegetation Management,
• Volunteer Management/Environmental Education & Community Engagement,
• Watershed Maintenance,
• Watershed Protection/Ranger Aide                                               

These positions are all for full-time (40 hours per week), temporary Watershed Aides for terms of just under six (6) months in duration. The days and hours worked also vary by position and need.

The current needs are:

Two (2) Watershed Aides in the area of Vegetation Management. The assignment is for just under six (6) months. The work shift is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and may include weekends, holidays and shift changes.       

Two (2) Watershed Aides in the area of Volunteer Management/Environmental Education & Community Engagement.  The assignment is for just under six (6) months. The work shift is Tuesday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and may include weekends, holidays and shift changes.

Two (2) Watershed Aides in the area of Watershed Maintenance.  The assignment is for just under six (6) months. May cover AOWP assignment and schedule.  The work shift is Monday through Friday or Tuesday through Saturday 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. dependent upon assignment.

One (1) Watershed Aide in the area of Watershed Protection/Ranger Aide.  This assignment is for just under six (6) months.  The work shift includes both Saturdays and Sundays, with two weekday days off and hours worked to be determined, and may include holidays and shift changes.

The anticipated start dates for these positions are:

Vegetation Management - November 2019  - Apply immediately for consideration.

Volunteer Management/Environmental Education & Community Engagement - November 2019  - Apply immediately for consideration.

Watershed Maintenance – December 2019.  Apply immediately for consideration.

Watershed Protection/Ranger Aide –January 2020.  Apply immediately for consideration.

Distinguishing Characteristics                                

These are unrepresented (i.e., non-union), seasonal positions.  Incumbents are expected to work a flexible schedule, which may include weekends and holidays.  Job duties may include physical labor, maintenance, technical, scientific, educational and clerical assignments. Watershed Aides are assigned to Vegetation Management, Volunteer Management/Environmental Education & Community Engagement, Watershed Maintenance, or Watershed Protection/Ranger Aide. 

Examples of Duties

Tasks within the area of assignment may include, but are not limited to, the duties listed below. In addition to the listed duties, each employee assigned to this classification may perform additional duties pertinent to the area of assignment.

VEGETATION MANAGEMENT

• Assists regular staff with the maintenance and restoration of watershed lands;
• removes exotic plant species using hand and power tools, and plants native vegetation;
• maps watershed natural resources using a global positioning system or Calflora’s Observer Pro system;
• enters data into watershed geographic information system or Calflora Weed Manager system;
• follows safe work practices and observes safety rules and precautions to ensure a safe work environment;
• conducts natural resource field surveys including habitat assessments, rare plant surveys, and permanent vegetation plots;
• performs administrative tasks including data entry and report production;
• directs interns and volunteers in execution of scientific protocols and habitat restoration activities; and
• performs other duties as assigned.

VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT/ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

• Assists regular staff with the maintenance and restoration of watershed lands;
• removes exotic plant species and plants native vegetation;
• organizes and co-leads volunteer habitat restoration, biological monitoring, trail maintenance and community science events, including production and distribution of outreach and educational material;
• conducts field surveys including vegetation, pollinator, and wildlife monitoring;
• manages photos and data flow related to the Marin Wildlife Picture Index Project;
• serves as liaison to partner schools, environmental and community service organizations, interns and crews;
• schedules events, gives classroom presentations, and assists instructors in processing and analyzing student-collected data;
• maintains radio communications with field staff;
• follows safe work practices and observes safety rules and precautions to ensure a safe work environment;
• drives light trucks to and from various locations throughout the watershed to conduct District business;
• performs administrative tasks including maintenance of volunteer database, and production of volunteer outreach materials including web postings, mailings and posters; and
• performs other duties as assigned.

WATERSHED MAINTENANCE

• Assists regular staff with the maintenance and restoration of watershed lands;
• works with Marin County Adult Offender Work Program (AOWP) participants on Saturdays
• constructs or maintains fuel breaks;
• removes exotic plant species and plants native vegetation;
• constructs fish habitat improvement;
• installs erosion control structures;
• may work on a crew preparing for and conducting prescribed burns;
• supports heavy equipment operation and maintenance used in vegetation management;
• maintains radio communications with field staff;
• follows safe work practices and observes safety rules and precautions to ensure a safe work environment;
• drives light trucks to and from various locations throughout the watershed to conduct District business;
• operates construction equipment and a variety of hand and power tools in the maintenance of watershed lands and facilities; and
• performs other duties as assigned.

WATERSHED PROTECTION/RANGER AIDE

• Maintains security of radio, cash, materials, and supplies;
• maintains radio communications with field staff and assists watershed personnel as requested;
• performs administrative tasks including completing daily cash summaries, verifying and securing

receipts, and recording annual pass sales;

• inspects park facilities for cleanliness and empties trash containers, refills dispensers and cleans restroom facilities as needed;
• assists with patrol of areas to aid visitors and prevent vandalism and misuse;
• assists in interpretation of  laws, ordinances, rules and regulations;
• may enforce parking regulations;
• may administer first aid as directed or consistent with level of training;
• maintains signs, roads, trails and recreation areas including picking up trash;
• follows safe work practices and observes safety rules and precautions to ensure a safe work environment;
• drives light trucks to and from various locations throughout the watershed to conduct District business;
• operates construction equipment and a variety of hand and power tools in the maintenance of watershed lands and facilities; and
• educates and assists the public by answering questions regarding the watershed.

$20.00 per hour

Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)/No Benefits

(Maximum hours worked per year not to exceed 1,000 hours)

LAST DAY TO APPLY:  Open Until Filled

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael is hiring for the temporary position of Parks Maintenance Worker in the Public Works Department.  This is a full time temporary position working 37.5 hours per week under general supervision.  Duties include, but are not limited to: cleaning restrooms, picking up and disposing of debris; mowing and edging turf; pruning shrubs and groundcovers, cleaning asphalt surfaces; general landscaping maintenance; and minor building maintenance and repair.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to operate mowers, edgers, backpack blower, small athletic tractor and weed eaters; work flexible time; follow written and oral assignments with a minimum of supervision and work with moderate public contact.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:                       

Graduation from high school or equivalent.  Must have excellent reading and communication skills; prior experience in the operation of power driven equipment or previous maintenance experience is desirable but not required.  Must be capable of heavy manual labor, including the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and be able to show proof of eligibility to work.  Must possess a valid California driver’s license.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  To file an application online, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”. 

Please follow this link to apply: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19893112

SELECTION PROCESS:

Qualified applicants will be interviewed by the hiring department and the most qualified applicants will be subject to a reference check/fingerprinting/pre-employment physical exam. 

Facilities Repair Worker

Paraprofessional Temp

$20.00 per hour

Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)/No Benefits

(Maximum hours worked per year not to exceed 1,000 hours)

LAST DAY TO APPLY:  Open Until Filled – Applications reviewed on a weekly basis

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael is hiring for the temporary position of Facilities Repair Worker in the Public Works Department.  This is a full-time temporary position working 37.5 hours per week under general supervision.  Duties include, but are not limited to: performs carpentry, plumbing, interior remodeling, painting, and a variety of other work in the maintenance and repair of City buildings, structures and facilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to use and operate basic hand and power tools.  Ability to make basic arithmetical calculations.  Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions with a minimum of supervision as well as communicate and work cooperatively with others.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:                       

Graduation from high school or equivalent.  Must have excellent reading and communication skills; prior experience in the construction trades is desirable but not required.  Must be capable of heavy manual labor, including the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and frequently lift and/or move up to 100 lbs. Must be able to show proof of eligibility to work.  Must possess a valid California driver’s license.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  To file an application online, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”. 

Please follow this link to apply: 

SELECTION PROCESS:

Qualified applicants will be interviewed by the hiring department and the most qualified applicants will be subject to a reference check. 

Performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance duties in the installation, construction, repair and maintenance of City utilities and system operations, including the skilled operation of power-driven equipment. 

The City of American Canyon is seeking individuals who can perform an array of general clean-up and maintenance tasks in various City departments (Parks Maintenance is the current focus) and to provide assistance to regular employees engaged in skilled and semi-skilled duties. Duties will include but are not limited to field labor tasks as identified: shoveling/digging dirt, concrete, and asphalt; assisting with irrigation repairs, installations or adjustments; trimming and pruning trees and shrubs; and using a weed eater, lawn mower, blower and other light landscape equipment. Applicants must be able to walk up and down hill sides, push wheel barrows and equipment, and jackhammer asphalt and concrete. The individuals will work 24-27 hours per week and may include weekend work.  The positions are considered temporary/part-time and are limited to no more than 1,000 hours per fiscal year.