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FINAL FILING DATE: We are accepting the first 50 qualified applications or closing at 5 pm, March 8, 2019; whichever occurs first. PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Water Conservation Helper in the Environmental Utilities Department. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday 5:30am – 10:30am.  This is a temporary position that is limited to 1500 hours per fiscal year.  

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties related to water conservation programs.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Respond tactfully to customer inquiries and complaints regarding excessive watering, water waste, and general water conservation questions.
• Perform field investigations of high water use complaints; perform water leak investigations.
• Conduct routine field service work; deliver door hangers; and distribute literature.
• Assist Water Conservation staff with community outreach events.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general materials, tools and equipment used in water system operation and maintenance; safe work practices.
• Water conservation methods and techniques including basic landscape design and installation; basic understanding of irrigation systems; basic understanding of interior plumbing systems; and general computer skills.
• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules; walk long distances.
• Intermittently set up booths, hang banners, move tables, chairs and carry supplies; lift or carry weight of 45 pounds or less.
• Learn City policies and regulations regarding water conservation; learn geography and street locations of the City.
• Learn to identify water system irregularities; recommend possible solutions.
• Perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Deal tactfully with customers.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• Formal or informal training in the area of landscape maintenance or plumbing.

Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. What have you done to improve your work knowledge in the past year related to the water industry or water conservation

2. In past positions, have you had direct contact with customers? In what capacity?

3. You respond to a water waste complaint and find that two neighbors are feuding for reasons unknown. Each is accusing the other of wasting water through excessive irrigation.  How would you handle this situation?

4. Have you ever worked in public outreach events, volunteered, or done any public speaking?

5. What experience do you have in residential irrigation systems and landscape installation?

6. Please describe any formal or informal training and experience you have in the area of landscape maintenance and/or plumbing.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

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Please see job announcement below.

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The Department of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement, Code Enforcement Division, is hiring an Environmental Inspector I/II in its Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) Program. This environmental professional is one of four members of San José's CalRecycle, State Certified Local Enforcement Agency. This position will be responsible for facility inspections of Solid Waste Permitted facilities to assure compliance with State Public Resource Codes and California Code of Regulations Titles 14 & 27, complaint investigations, enforcement activities, random gas monitoring at closed landfills, and review and approval of Solid Waste Facility Permits and technical documents.

The incumbent will be expected to maintain positive and open communication with facility operators, other City, County, State Agencies and to attend required training(s).

Typical duties for this position include but are not limited to:

-Inspects open landfill, materials recovery facilities, closed landfill sites, composting operations, construction & demolition debris recycling facilities for compliance with Federal, State and Local Regulations.

-Intake, review, determine if technical documents/applications are complete and correct per State Regulations.

-Consult with LEA supervisor and CalRecycle to determine appropriate enforcement actions to take against facility owner/operator per investigations.

-Prepare and present enforcement case violations to the City of San José and LEA hearing officer for further actions.

-Provide education on program policies and regulations at community meetings (SWEP, CEQA, etc.), technical conferences, Division Code Enforcement Academy, etc. as needed/requested by management.

-Participate in developing and implementing policies, procedures and technical protocol specific to the LEA program.

-May be responsible for the application, completion and/or monitoring of the annual EA grant to CalRecycle.

-Must learn and become proficient in the CalRecycle Solid Waste Information System (SWIS) processes/procedures and Decade Envision Connect procedures.

-Respond to and investigate odor complaints relating to compost facilities within the designated areas immediately or within the same day the complaint was received.

-May be assigned to responsibilities associated with annual updates to the Environmental Enforcement Plan (EPP). Provide ongoing monitoring to ensure all approved changes are updated immediately, formatted per CalRecycle recommendations and sent to CalRecycle for EPP update.

-Required to participate in the Annual Medical Monitoring Program to assure proper health and fitness are monitored and maintained to do the job.  

-Maintain daily activity log, daily record keeping updates of pertinent facility documents to maintain a complete facility history.

-Work with LEA supervisor and CalRecycle to enforce regulations/conditions specific to SWFP and associated technical documents.

-Draft and issue solid waste facility permits for new sites and revise permits at existing facilities when there are changes as well as perform five years of all permitted facilities.

-Prepares enforcement cases for the City and district attorneys, including preparing analytical data reports and interpreting analyzing, data laws, rules and regulations.

-Responds to emergency spills, overseas cleanup, ensures clean up compliance.

 
A Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) is highly desirable.

*Work Condition

Incumbents may be required to participate in an annual physical

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.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SUPERVISOR

$6,269 - $7,619/mo. + excellent benefits

DEFINITION:  Under general supervision, will schedule, monitor, instruct, supervise, and implement the activities of the Support Services Division, Environmental Control Section operations and performs other related duties.  This position exercises direct supervision over assigned professional and clerical staff and receives direction from higher level supervisory and management staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The incumbent must have the ability to:

• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures related to environmental, wastewater and household hazardous waste activities.
• Establish on-site inspections of various establishments for compliance with environmental regulations.
• Issue industrial waste permits; enforce the provisions of the permit and applicable ordinances; issue notices of violations.
• Develop community and user understanding and cooperation through continuing programs of public relations and education.
• Recommend assessment of penalties for non-compliance.
• Supervise the Storm Water Management Program; assist the County with enforcement, monitoring, permitting and reporting of storm water discharges; supervise the implementation of storm water requirements.
• Supervise the operation of the City Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center.
• Monitor businesses for hazardous materials management.
• Determine the effects of industrial wastewaters on the sanitary sewer system, personnel, treatment, and environment.
• Secure evidence of violations and appear as a witness in court as required.
• Supervise, train and evaluate personnel; assure that safety equipment is utilized, and that proper safety standards and procedures are followed.
• Prepare and present staff reports and any other necessary correspondence; present reports to City Council, commissions, committees, and boards; perform a variety of public relations and outreach work related to environmental activities; represent City at meetings upon assignment.
• Perform laboratory field analysis.
• Assist in and supervise solid waste projects and contract implementation.
• Determine required analysis for wastewater monitoring.
• Calculate mass balance formulas for determining categorical compliance.

• Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Assist in supervision of water system and backflow prevention maintenance.
• Employee must perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operation of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily activities.  The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard.  Additionally, the position requires near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment.  Acute hearing is required when providing customer service to the public via phone.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  The incumbent must have knowledge of chemistry, bacteriology, biology, environmental sciences, or a closely related field of physical sciences; industrial inspection activities; current flow measurement techniques and monitoring equipment; handling hazardous materials; treatment processes and pre-treatment equipment; chain of custody procedures and enforcement response; wastewater treatment processes; community Sewer Collections Systems; environmental compliance strategies and methods; environmental reporting and testing procedures 40 CFR Part 136, guidelines establishing test procedures for the analysis of pollutants; principles and practices of budget preparation; and principles and practices of supervision, training and personnel management.

EXPERIENCE:  Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in industrial discharge inspection. EDUCATION:  A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in chemistry, bacteriology, biology, environmental sciences or a closely related field.  Experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:  Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License.  Registration with the State of California as an Environmental Assessor is desirable.  Must be able to obtain an Industrial Waste Inspector Grade II Certificate within one (1) year of employment.

Under varying levels of supervision, the Community Risk Officer schedules, completes, documents and records fire life and safety programs and other education programs for the Menlo Park Fire Protection District; creates, updates, and distributes District publications and handouts; schedules and/or coordinates the presentation of educational services at various public facilities and may evaluate and/or analyze the effectiveness and needs of different programs; may perform lower level fire inspections and weed abatement.  Work is assigned in terms of general objectives and results obtained; subject to being called back when off duty and may work on weekends or be assigned irregular work hours during the day or evening; performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Community Risk Officer I- This is the entry-level class in the series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. This class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

Community Risk Officer II- This is the journey level class within the series and has the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned, with only occasional instruction or assistance as unique situations arise. Incumbents receive general supervision from an assigned supervisor. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

Community Risk Officer III- This class is distinguished from the Community Risk Officer II position in that incumbents in this class perform advanced journey level work requiring a high level of independence and specialized knowledge, performs more analytical work and program management, and/or provides lead direction over assigned staff.  This class is also distinguished by attainment of California State Fire Marshal’s Fire Instructor 1A and 1B.

Typical and Important Duties

1. Inform the public of weed abatement and fire and life safety requirements; prepare, exhibit, and perform research on property descriptions and ownership; receive complaints and investigate reports of violations of weed abatement and fire and life safety laws; inform offenders of violations and the means to gain compliance;
2. Maintain lists of properties; mail notices and perform surveys of properties to ascertain

compliance;

3. Gather evidence for presentation to the Board of Directors or a court of law;
4. Prepare written reports and make verbal presentations to the Board of Directors in those cases where appeals are filed by the offender; prepare work orders and coordinate abatement of properties with contractors;
5. Coordinate billing through various County agencies involved;
6. Provide backup for fire and life safety educational programs for presentation
7. Perform annual fire and life safety occupancy inspections; investigate and maintain complaints and fire and life safety hazards for safe resolution.
8. Prepares general correspondence, summary reports and completes records of educational activities.
9. Fills out and maintains various records and activity forms.
10. Recommends budget requirements for risk reduction programs.  Incumbents in the III class will have more control over the division budget.
11. Recruits and coordinates additional resources for risk reduction programs.
12. Maintains various records of presentations made, included courses attempted, materials issues, and recommendations for procedural changes and equipment and supplies needed for additional educational programs; may participate in special assignments performing essential tasks for program continuity. 
13. Stays current with changes in education, technology, rules, regulations, and laws related to the work.
14. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job-related Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of finance, accounting, bookkeeping, purchasing, and office and records management.

• Public education techniques.

• Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Principles and practices of administrative, organizational and procedural analysis.

• Principles and practices of public relations and public education.
• Principles and practices of local emergency management.
• Basic budgetary principles and practices.
• Basic community emergency and disaster support and assistance resources.

Ability to:

• Develop and implement new disaster programs within the District.
• Work with multiple computer programs to create brochures, training manuals, and marketing materials.

• Coordinate multiple activities, meet deadlines, and work independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Provide training on emergency preparedness activities.
• Prepare clear, accurate and concise reports, procedures, and other written materials.
• Represent the District in meetings with representative of other public and private organizations.
• Work with a diverse group of individuals and adapt the program accordingly.

• Communicate effectively in writing, orally, and with others to assimilate, understand, and convey information, in a manner consistent with job functions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
• Learn and effectively apply local, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations.
• Take a proactive approach to customer service issues.
• Use and maintain equipment in a safe manner.

• Understand and carry out safety policies, rules, and regulations.

• Recognize and preserve confidentiality regarding sensitive information learned in the course of the job.

• Assist with the development of strategic plans.

Skill in:

• Read, comprehend, and interpret laws and legal documents pertaining to weed abatement and fire and life safety;
• Identify the existence of code violations;
• Use proper judgment in determining the degree of compliance with various laws based on composite evidence;
• Reach independent and accurate conclusions based on a knowledge of pertinent codes and other facts of a case and determine the correct course of action;
• Prepare factually clear, concise, and complete written reports;
• Communicate and deal firmly, tactfully, and effectively with the public in difficult situations; deal effectively with others encountered in the course of work;
• Follow proper procedures and instructions in the performance of assigned duties;
• Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and/or local laws, rules, and regulations.
• Speaking in public and giving presentations, and working with the community.
• Basic keyboarding.

• Operating a personal computer and appropriate worked-related applications, such as word processing, spreadsheet, calendaring, and e-mail systems, etc.

Experience and Training

Any combination of 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:

Experience: Two years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a related public safety field, such as office of emergency services, fire, police, emergency medical, or emergency communications.

Training:  Equivalent to graduation from high school.  Possession of an Associate’s degree in a related field is preferred. For the class III - California State Fire Marshal Community Risk Educator and Community Risk Specialist courses.

Licenses and Certificates

All licenses and certifications must be maintained as a condition of employment.

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California Driver’s License, which must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to pass a Department of Justice background check.

• CPR/First Aid Certification is desirable.

NOTE: Positions may be filled at the I, II, or III level. If hired at the Community Risk Officer I,  promotion to a higher level shall be based on requisite years of service in the prior classification, satisfaction of educational requirements, quality of performance, likelihood of success in the higher classification, and the needs of the District.

Special Requirements

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

Physical Skills: Ability to sit for extended periods of time; lift and carry 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone; work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time; bend, stretch, twist, reach, stoop, balance, squat, climb, crawl, kneel or assume crouched body positions;

Work Environment: Mobility to work in a typical office setting or field environment with exposure to uneven ground or floor surfaces; sudden changes and/or extremes in air temperature, pressure, or humidity; adverse weather conditions; moving objects (machinery, vehicles, etc.); heat, fire or steam, and hand and/or power tools.

Ability to: Travel to different sites and locations; drive safely to different sites and locations; maintain a safe driving record; may work protracted and irregular hours

FINAL FILING DATE: We are accepting the first 50 qualified applications or closing at 5 pm, February 28, 2019; whichever occurs first. PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Refuse Maintenance Worker I in the Environmental Utilities Department, Solid Waste Division. The normal work schedule will vary and may include evenings and weekends. This position is limited to 25 hours per week for a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform semi-skilled and skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of refuse bins and vehicles used in residential and commercial refuse collection.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry level class in the Refuse Maintenance Worker series.  Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.  The Refuse Maintenance Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level.  Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes are learned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain and repair refuse collection bins, including cleaning, painting, and making structural repairs such as replacing and/or fabricating wheels, castors, lids, and gate pins.
• Inspect refuse collection vehicles and perform light maintenance as needed; steam clean refuse collection trucks.
• Drive a bin truck and deliver refuse collection containers to new residential and commercial customers/units; exchange bins or cans as needed.
• Clean up waste spills, fluids, glass, and trash at various locations.
• Fill out and submit required forms.
• Assist Refuse Truck Drivers on residential and commercial routes, as necessary.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Uses and purposes of general mechanical tools and equipment; safe work practices.

Ability to:

• Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks related to a variety of refuse equipment maintenance activities; perform heavy physical labor.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules.  Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others.
• Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 40 pounds or less.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• No experience is required; some general maintenance experience is preferred.

Training:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Please describe your experience using each of the following hand tools: Hammer, Wrench, Screw Driver, Pruner, Tape Measure.

2. Please describe your experience using each of the following power tools: Weed Eater, Drill, Pressure Washer, Blower, Grinder, Impact Wrench.

3. Please describe your experience operating the following equipment: Air Compressor, Forklift, Backhoe, Refuse Truck, Tailgate Lift, Wire Feed Welder, Trash Compactor.

4. Select the option that describes your valid California Driver’s License.

• None of these
• Class B or higher
• Class C

5. Are you a current CalPERS member? A current CalPERS member is someone who has funds on deposit with CalPERS.

• Yes
• No

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATEMENT OFFICER

 $19.09 per hour

FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICANTS ON FEBRUARY 11, 2019

This is a PART-TIME position and is not eligible for City benefits other than those mandated by Federal and State Law.

APPLY ONLINE NOW via this website!  Incomplete applications or resumes in lieu of the official CalOpps Employment Application will not be considered.

THE POSITION

Performs work to address abandoned vehicle abatement and occasional property maintenance issues within the City. This is a part-time (approximately 16 hours per week), non-regular, grant-funded, at-will position. The position receives general supervision from an assigned supervisor. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Respond to and investigate complaints either from the public or self-initiated of abandoned vehicles within the City of Ceres. Take appropriate and authorized action to abate abandoned vehicles per state and local regulations. Prepare reports and provide statistics or other documentation as necessary for program reporting. Provide assistance with other property maintenance and blight mitigation activities.

REQUIREMENT

·       License or Certificate:  Possession of a valid California driver's license.

·       Tools and Equipment Used:  Ability to use a two-way radio, telecommunication devices, and computers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.

The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to and including 25 pounds unassisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions, and be exposed to vehicle exhaust emissions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office to moderately noisy in the field.

Please see the job description and announcement below.

The City of Lincoln is recruiting for the position of Refuse Truck Driver within the Public Services Department; the job classification is Maintenance Worker II.  This recruitment is continuous may close without notice, interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.  Qualified applications will be placed into an Applicant Pool.  As future regular and temporary vacancies occur, applicants who have been placed in the Applicant Pool will be considered.

Next review of applications: January 29, 2019

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, this position performs the full array of duties assigned to the Public Services Maintenance Worker II including maintenance, construction and equipment operation work in one or more Public Services divisions; occasionally assists in the training of lower level Public Services Maintenance Workers; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Public Services Maintenance Worker II is the journey level class responsible for a wide variety of maintenance and construction tasks. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Public Services Maintenance Worker in that the latter performance the more complex assignments and lead responsibilities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

Public Services Maintenance Worker II Receives general supervision from a Public Services Supervisor.  May exercise technical and functional supervision over assigned staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Solid Waste: Operates a variety of collection vehicles and equipment including front, rear and roll off side loaders in the collection and transportation of residential and commercial refuse; drives to landfill site when vehicle is full and unloads material; evaluates and updates assigned routes; cleans, maintains and inspects assigned vehicles; maintains daily logs.

• Performs maintenance, repair, and equipment operation.
• Fills out reports and work orders.
• Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; may provide training to lower level staff.
• Responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information as is appropriate and resolves public service complaints.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.
• Click to see the full description of duties.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions including wet, hot and cold. The incumbent may use cleaning and lubricating chemicals which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, operate hydraulic aerial devices, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions and often work with constant interruptions.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS

Knowledge of: Practices, techniques and materials used in maintenance and refuse truck driving; knowledge of the City street system; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations; operating characteristics and safety requirements for operation of trucks, refuse vehicles and other heavy and light equipment; defensive driving; proper lifting procedures; methods and techniques for record keeping; basic principles of mathematics; occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.

Ability to: Perform maintenance, drive and operate trucks and heavy construction equipment; respond to issues and concerns from the community; interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; operate vehicles; perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time; work at substantial heights; organize, prioritize and follow-up on work assignments; work independently and as part of a team; make sound decisions within established guidelines; analyze a complex issue, and develop and implement an appropriate response; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Skill to: Safely and effectively operate a variety of maintenance equipment, tools and materials.
 

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The process may include an in-basket exercise, individual interviews, panel interviews and/or other related components.  Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the process. The candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a background check including reference checks, fingerprint check, medical/drug-test evaluation and/or other related components.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise HR of any special needs a minimum of five days in advance of the selection process exam by calling (916) 434-3229. The City of Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.