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The salary range for Senior Analyst is $88,088.00 - $107,328.00 annually with the actual salary determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Analyst classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay.

The Senior Analyst will be responsible for developing a world class training and development program for external contractors and internal staff to ensure that the City’s nearly $4 billion capital improvement program is delivered in a sustainable and effective manner in partnership with our community. Responsibilities of the Development/ Training Senior Analyst include, but are not limited to:

• • Oversee the Public Works Academy, a program that establishes relationships with, and provides training to, the private construction community as well as provides for an in-house training program for the City’s capital improvement program staff;
  • Develop, implement, lead and coordinate a concerted effort to develop & train staff to manage and deliver an ongoing capital program.
  • Build partnerships and innovative programs with regional colleges, high schools, and trade schools.
  • Coordinate with department managers to identify and develop talent pools to ensure successful succession planning.
  • Develop and present trainings to PWD staff. Continue to build on and improve the existing cross-training and rotation programs.
  • Collect and analysis of data to make informed decisions regarding process and policy enhancements in the management of the city’s capital improvement program.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. 

The City of Sunnyvale is looking for an Administrative Analyst in the Information Technology Department (ITD). The position in ITD is in the Administration, Fiscal and Performance Management Division, reporting to the Senior Management Analyst, performing professional analysis and administrative support, and conducting research including statistical analysis of the results. This position will be responsible to assist with the budget development and management, track and oversee the purchasing process, and manage the department's equipment replacement schedules as well as miscellaneous other asset management duties.
 

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The final filing date for the completed application is August 22, 2019 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov

Salary: $37.85 - $48.31 per hour

NOVA Workforce Services (NOVA) is a team of caring professionals dedicated to helping every customer succeed in their employment and career goals. Daily, we earn our reputation for delivering professional, customer-focused employment and training services meeting the needs of the Silicon Valley labor market.
 
In all our interactions, we:
·      Lift our audience up.
·      Listen, validate and are respectful.
·      Demonstrate empathy and compassion.
·      Strive to deliver valuable services and resources.
 
The Senior Workforce Service Representative provides administrative support to the NOVA programs and is responsible for making a positive difference in the lives of customers by effectively performing a variety of customer service tasks. 

This position requires graduation from high school or tested equivalent and two years of progressively responsible clerical and customer service experience.

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The position opens July 31, 2019 and final filing date is August 27, 2019 at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified applications, whichever is first. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov.

Salary: $59,984 - $76,511 Annually

Enjoy the outdoors while building and maintaining trails, working on construction projects, assisting with resource management projects, and performing a variety of semi-skilled construction and maintenance tasks on open space preserves.  Open Space Technicians have frequent contact with the public and provide visitor information as necessary.  This recruitment is being conducted to fill two vacancies, but may be used to fill additional vacancies that may occur for positions at either the Skyline or Foothills field office.

Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is comprised of over 63,000 acres of land and 26 open space preserves protected for public enjoyment. In 2014, with broad public support, the District secured $300 million dollars of bond capacity with the passing of Measure AA, a mandate for Midpen to continue to pursue our mission to acquire and preserve open space land and protect and restore the natural environment in the lush regional green-belt system near Silicon Valley in the San Francisco Bay Area. To learn more about the District, visit our website, OpenSpace.org, and view our “Working for Midpen” video on our Jobs page.

Required Education & Experience:

A high school diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by college-level coursework in park maintenance, resource management, or a related field and one (1) year of experience in construction, maintenance, and/or repair of parks, open spaces, and/or related facilities. For additional information, please see the job description on the District website.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, Basic First Aid and CPR certification within six months of employment.

Working Conditions:

May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must wear prescribed District uniform and adhere to strict safety procedures and work habits. Depending on the exposure, employee is required to wear head, hearing, eye, foot, face, hand, and full protection equipment. Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, and poison oak.

Benefits:
The Open Space District provides an excellent benefits package, including health, life and disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Details are available on the Benefits page of the District website.

How to Apply:  Final Filing Date: September 1, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

Apply online at CalOpps.org.  The following items are required:
1. Completed employment application 2. Supplemental question responses. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.
Candidates selected for interviews must provide a current DMV report at the interview (request report by submitting form INF 1125 to the DMV). Employment offers are conditional upon the results of a fingerprint background check and a pre-employment physical.

Interview Dates: Please check your calendar - these dates are firm.

• Interviews: September 12 & 13, 2019 (candidates will be scheduled on one of two days)
• Skills Assessment: September 19, 2019
• Final Interviews: September 27, 2019
• Estimated Start Date: October/November 2019

$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. 

Do you enjoy working outdoors? Do you have a passion for preserving outdoor recreation and open space?  Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is recruiting for a Maintenance, Construction, and Resource Supervisor to plan, schedule, assign, and review the work of staff responsible for the construction, modification, maintenance, restoration, and repair of District lands and facilities in the Santa Cruz Mountains. 

About the District: The Open Space District is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of over 63,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation.  The District is a growing organization with a focused mission that guides our work, where every employee makes an impact.  If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation, we invite you to apply!

About the Position: The Maintenance, Construction, and Resource Supervisor focuses on supervising staff responsible for implementing capital improvement projects, natural resource management, and general park maintenance. The ideal candidate is expected to plan, prioritize, and manage construction and maintenance projects; communicate well and collaborate closely with other departments to complete project requirements; work closely with consultant teams; work with local and regulatory jurisdictional agencies to comply with permitting requirements; evaluate employee performance and ensure that safety procedures are followed. For additional information about the Maintenance, Construction, and Resource Supervisor duties, see the Job Description on the District website. The position receives general direction from the Capital Projects Manager or Area Manager and exercises direct and general supervision over technical and maintenance staff.

Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in park maintenance, resource management, or a related field and five (5) years of experience in construction and maintenance of and/or management of natural resources in a park, open space, and/or related facilities.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California Class B Driver’s License and required endorsements.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Professional Rescuer Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid First Responder or equivalent certification.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, the level of certification in the Incident Command System courses as specified under the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a District approved Fire Suppression Training certification.
• Depending on assignment, possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate Qualified Applicator’s certificate.
• Depending on assignment, possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Grade I Water Treatment Operator Certificate and Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH).

Working Conditions: Work is a combination of office work and outdoor setting within the District’s open space lands with exposure to inclement weather conditions. May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must wear prescribed District uniform and adhere to strict safety procedures and work habits. Employees must possess the ability to lift and carry materials and objects weighing up to 60 pounds and must possess the ability to push and pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds, with the use of proper equipment.

Employee Benefits: Midpen provides a Benefits package including paid leave, insurance, and CalPERS pension.

Additional Information: This position requires passing a pre-employment physical exam including a Department of Transportation (DOT) mandated pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and is subject to ongoing random drug and alcohol testing as required by the DOT and the District’s Substance Abuse Policy. 

How to Apply:  Final Filing Date: August 19, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

Apply online via CalOpps.org.

The following four (4) application items are required and constitute a complete application:

(1) A fully completed CalOpps employment application

(2) Cover Letter

(3) Resume

(4) Supplemental question responses.

Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for interviews.

Interview Dates:

First interview: August 29, 2019

Second interview & written exercise: September 5, 2019.

Estimated start date is October 2019.

Please check your calendar and plan accordingly as these dates are firm. 

Date Posted:           July 22, 2019

Classification:          ALTERNATIVE MEDIA SPECIALIST (50%)
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       4 hours per day (8:00AM – 12:00PM);
                                   5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                 12 months per year

Salary Range:          Step A            Step B            Step C            Step D            Step E
(monthly)               starting            6 mos          18 mos           30 mos          42 mos
                                 $2,142            $2,249           $2,362            $2,480           $2,604

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,025.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Student Services Division; Special Education Department;
                                   Related Services Program
                                   65 Tower Road; San Mateo, CA  94402

Application Deadline:          Open Until Filled

Job Summary:  Under the direction of Visually Impaired teachers, coordinate, and arrange for the adaptation of a wide variety of instructional and student services related materials for students with visual impairments. Materials may be adapted into a variety of formats including, but not limited to braille, tactile graphics, large print, and electronic files, using online alternative media sources and automated translation software.  Support organization and distribution of materials.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Transcribe a variety of instructional materials into an appropriate media such as Braille, raised-line drawings and large type print; determine appropriate format for visually impaired students; assure materials are prepared in accordance with student needs and established time lines
• Transcribe a variety of special materials such as menus, train and bus schedules, diplomas, agenda items, and Individual Education Plans (IEP), into Braille and other media as directed
• Utilize a computer and various specialized software and peripherals to scan, import, transcribe and adapt a variety of documents into Braille such as math, chemistry, foreign language, tests and other instructional materials according to Braille guidelines; emboss, collate and bind Braille materials
• Operate adaptive instructional software programs and other technology for use in the visually impaired program
• Proofread, edit and verify accuracy of transcribed materials; type instructional materials, lessons and other documents in large type print for partially sighted students; utilize a copier to enlarge documents to appropriate size
• Maintain records of transcription work and archive braille and tactile graphics produced for the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE)
• Monitor and maintain student memberships in institutional alternative media accounts, e.g. Learning Ally, Bookshare, American Printing House and software licenses; maintain file folder of memberships
• Confer with teachers and other personnel concerning instructional materials and student needs; monitor and assess student needs to determine equipment and material requirements; modify instructional materials to meet the individual needs of students as appropriate
• Receive, process, and distribute a variety of books and instructional materials for the visually impaired; notify instructors of new books and materials; apply bar codes to new items and input related information into assigned computer system
• Utilize the internet, State-wide lists, and other resources to research, obtain and confer with others concerning Braille and instructional materials for the visually impaired; recommend the purchase of textbooks and instructional materials as appropriate
• Communicate with County Office personnel and outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns; clarify illustrations, special directions, graphs and other materials for students as needed
• Maintain various records related to instructional materials, books and assigned activities
• Organize Visual Impaired (VI) Library office supplies and maintain inventory
• Determine availability of braille, large print, electronic and other source materials from various suppliers and publishers; evaluate and order appropriate materials as requested; maintain database of source material providers
• Maintain records of all materials borrowed from entities other than SMCOE and help ensure timely return; ship requested materials to other school districts
• Catalog and maintain SMCOE’s library of large-print and Braille books and other materials; check materials in and out of the library as needed; assist with locating specialized instructional material for the visually impaired when needed
• Pick up and deliver instructional materials and other documents to and from various County Office, school district and community locations; visit public libraries to check out materials for transcription
• Assist staff with operating computers, die-cuts, laminators and bindery machines as needed
• Attend and participate in various workshops and conferences as directed

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:   Graduation from high school supplemented by specialized course work in Braille

EXPERIENCE:   Experience with braille production, alternative technology databases and equipment sufficient for SMCOE’s Visually Impaired program

LICENSE:         Valid certification as a Braille Transcriber issued by the Library of Congress

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment and techniques used in Braille transcription and the preparation of raised-line drawings and large type print
• Ability to transcribe a variety of instructional materials into an appropriate media such as Braille, raised-line drawings and large type print for visually impaired students
• Ability to prepare raised-line drawings of graphs, maps, charts, diagrams, illustrations and other graphics
• Ability to proofread, edit and verify accuracy of transcribed materials
• Knowledge of braille translation guidelines and related Library of Congress rules and practices
• Ability to catalog, circulate, and maintain library of Braille transcriptions and instructional materials
• Knowledge of proper operation and use of Braille and large print transcription equipment and machines
• Ability to operate a variety of specialized equipment including die-cuts, photocopiers, raised-line machines, Perkins Braillers, embossers, binding machines and laminators
• Knowledge of practices and procedures involved in the instruction of visually impaired students
• Knowledge of visually impaired students’learning abilities
• Ability to monitor and assess student needs to determine material requirements
• Ability to prepare necessary materials for visually impaired students to receive regular school information
• Ability to determine appropriate format of materials for visually impaired students
• Knowledge of basic subjects taught in County Office schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling
• Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of operation of a computer and specialized software and peripherals
• Ability to operate a computer and specialized peripherals and software
• Ability to type or input data at an acceptable rate of speed
• Knowledge of record-keeping techniques
• Ability to maintain records related to work performed
• Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and a computer keyboard
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information
• Seeing to read a variety of materials
• Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds and occasionally as much as 50 pounds
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to file and retrieve materials
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials
• Ability to operate computers and specialized equipment
• Ability to read and transcribe a variety of materials
• Ability to exchange information with co-workers
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1. A scored rating by a screening panel of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy
2. An oral board examination

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.

Applicants will be notified of screening and examination results by e-mail or letter.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

Job Announcement: Tree Care Specialist

The Public Works Department for the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea seeks a highly-motivated, service-oriented team member for the full-time role of Tree Care Specialist. The selected candidate will perform routine and semi-skilled tree care duties including planting, watering, trimming, pruning, and removing trees and stumps in addition to completing a variety of forestry, parks, and beach maintenance duties.

Why Carmel?

Located in Monterey County along the Pacific Ocean, Carmel is a city rich in coastal resources, cultural heritage, and history. It boasts a unique urban forest of over 10,000 public trees, a world-class beach, sensitive habitats, and a variety of parks, trails, and open spaces including the 8-acre North Dunes and the 34-acre Mission Trail Nature Preserve. The City also has a significant amount of unimproved right of way, a linear greenbelt and over 80 acres of parks throughout the City. More information can be found at: https://ci.carmel.ca.us

Essential Functions: 

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Climb, trim, and prune trees, plants, and shrubbery to promote health, correct damage of disease, improve appearance, provide a safer environment, and/or to provide clearance of streets, sidewalks, signs, and lights.
• Remove fallen trees, dead limbs, and other debris resulting from storm damage and other conditions.
• Diagnose and treat tree insect and disease problems.
• Install, inspect, and maintain tree cables and braces.
• Inspect for safety, operate, and maintain forestry equipment including climbing belts, spurs, flip lines, ropes, hand saws, power saws, boom lift truck, chipper, pruners, loppers, and related equipment.
• Use high ranger vehicle to access upper tree canopies.
• Determine limbs to be removed; rig ropes in trees and determine placement of ropes for easiest and safest removal of limbs; check location of power lines, personnel, equipment, pedestrians, and traffic before cutting limbs.
• Grind and remove stumps.
• Participate in the selection of equipment and plant materials needed for work assignments.
• Inspect citizen requests for service to determine urgency and needed maintenance, evaluate work being performed, and respond to questions or complaints from the public.
• Advise public concerning plant or tree questions on private property including plant identifica­tion, insect and disease problems, and pruning, trimming, and care techniques.
• Inspect other City grounds including parks, trails, street trees, landscaped median islands, playground equipment, park signs, and barrier rails; perform corrective safety and other actions.
• Install and remove holiday lights and decorations.
• Plant trees, shrubs, and flowers; water and fertilize in accordance with standard procedures.
• Apply herbicides, pesticides, growth regulators and fertilizers; conduct spraying tasks involving insecticides.
• Perform grounds maintenance or other public maintenance work when not assigned to tree trimming duties.
• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as required.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the above representative duties, knowledge and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees may be assigned duties which are not listed above. Reasonable accommodations will be made as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

• One year of work experience involving tree maintenance including tree trimming and climbing experience.
• Completion of twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in tree care or landscape maintenance. 
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license and a Pesticide Applicator license.

Please note: In terms of the work schedule for this position, it will normally be 40 hours, Monday – Friday each week with the daily work hours determined by the supervisor. However, the City will maintain the flexibility to schedule weekend work in lieu of, or in addition to, the normal Monday – Friday schedule as operational needs dictate.

To Apply:

To be considered, please submit an on-line application at https://www.calopps.org/city-of-carmel-by-the-sea . Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria indicated in this announcement.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and whose qualifications most closely align with those needed will be invited to interview.

This recruitment is open-until-filled with the first review of applications to begin Monday, August 12.

Benefits:

Retirement

Retirement is through the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

• The formula for "Classic" members hired by a CalPERS-participating agency before 11/1/11 is 2% @ 55 with a total employee contribution of 10% per payroll for FY19-20.
• The formula for "Classic" members hired by a CalPERS-participating agency on or after 11/1/11 and prior to 1/1/13 is 2% @ 60 with a total employee contribution of 10% per payroll for FY19-20.
• The formula for "MISC-PEPRA" members hired by a CalPERS-participating agency on or after 1/1/13 is 2% @ 62 with a total employee contribution of 9.75% per payroll for FY19-20.
• The total employee contribution percentage is based on CalPERS' annual valuation and can change. More information can be found at: www.calpers.ca.gov.

Deferred Compensation Plan (IRS 457)

Participation in a governmental 457 deferred compensation plan (City contribution of $25.00/month with City match of up to $50.00/month)

Health Insurance

• Fully-paid employee and dependent dental plan
• Fully-paid employee and dependent vision plan
• Fully-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• City-paid CalPERS medical coverage (80% of monthly premium)

Vacation & Sick Leave

• 96 hours of accrued annual sick leave
• 80 hours (pro-rated to hire date) of accrued annual vacation leave for first 1-4 years and thereafter up to maximum accrual rate of 176 hours annually

Holidays

• 12 annual paid holidays

Other

• Direct deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and childcare expenses

Location: Public Works Building, City of Carmel-by-the-Sea, 93921

Recruitment Contact: Jane Wilson

T (831) 620-2017      E jwilson@ci.carmel.ca.us

Carmel-by-the-Sea is an equal employment opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals to submit an application for this opportunity. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City of Foster City is accepting applications for a Part-time Parks Maintenance Worker.

This is a part-time, non-benefitted position; approximately 20 hours per week.  Please do not apply if you are seeking a full-time, benefitted position.

Deadline to Apply: This is a open until filled recruitment.

This position requires a demonstrated competency and increasing independence, knowledge, and ability in performing routine and special assignments in the Parks Maintenance Division.

This is a part-time position assigned to parks maintenance, which includes weekend rotation in parks and assistance to other departments in emergency and non-routine situations. Maintenance Worker is an entry-level position and receives general supervision from Parks Maintenance Supervisors and ongoing training on a wide variety of equipment, operational rules, guidelines, procedures and methods.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Performs mowing, weeding, trimming, pruning, cultivating, fertilizing, pest control, planting and cleaning of lawns, trees, plants, and parks; removes and disposes of trash and litter; maintains park and maintenance equipment, buildings and facilities; maintains irrigation systems; performs construction and demolition of park facilities, drainage, low-voltage electrical and irrigation systems for new, expanded and renovated park facilities as part of capital improvement projects; performs minor plumbing or building repair duties; supervises and coordinates Sheriff’s Work Program personnel; operates small trucks, dump trucks, ride-on and walk-behind mowing equipment; may be required to operate heavy equipment; utilizes a wide variety of construction tools and mechanical equipment; may be required to interact with customers on site or when requested; may be required to utilize department or City-wide software applications to maintain records or perform various duties. Involves significant time walking, stooping, bending, squatting, walking, lifting heavy objects, operating hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles on a daily basis. Considerable time spent working outdoors in occasional extreme heat and cold; applying pesticides and chemicals to plants, lawns, shrubs and trees.

JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of: Standard and job-specific methods, materials, terminology and safe work practices of maintenance, construction, and gardening/landscape work; maintenance equipment and tools.

Skill in:  Physical stamina and strength to operate a variety of tools and equipment, perform physical tasks for long periods of time, and ability to lift light and heavy loads (20-90 lbs); physical flexibility to move objects and operate equipment; demonstrate ability to safely operate and drive vehicles and equipment.

Ability to: Listen, understand, retain, follow, apply verbal and written instructions or directions; learn effective and safe operation of equipment and tools; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; respond courteously to public inquiries; recognize and use safe work practices; learn and retain specific and general information concerning equipment, functions, and projects; be available for standby and emergency response coverage (before and after regular work hours; weekends, and holidays); or weekend rotation.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way would be:

Education: Completion of a job or technical training program in maintenance, construction, or groundskeeping; completion of high school or the equivalent.

Experience: One year of full-time experience in general maintenance, construction, or groundskeeping.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATION:

Licenses: Possession of a valid California Class "C" driver’s license, maintain license and a good driving record.

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