Maintenance Worker I/II

Modesto CA

Description

The Maintenance Worker is responsible to perform semi-skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of parks and park facilities, streets, trees, sewer systems, parking lots, bus shelters, traffic control markings, fire hydrants, and/or other public works or neighborhood preservation unit functions. Distinguishing Characteristics: Maintenance Worker I - This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience. The 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 of assigned areas of responsibility are learned. Maintenance Worker II - This is the journey level class in the Maintenance Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual, or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Most positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. Some positions are permanently allocated at the Maintenance Worker I level. For those positions, promotion to the Maintenance Worker II level is dependent upon the availability of a vacant II position. This class is distinguished from various specialized maintenance crewleader classes in that the crewleader classes are advanced journey level classes where incumbents perform the more complex duties with greater independence and also exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level maintenance staff. Screening Process Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screened for the purpose of determining who is most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application form with the words "see resume". The following information is provided for you to use as a reference and as a planning tool. Human Resources is unable to schedule make-up examinations. Tentative Testing Schedule Online iAHQ exam - 2/10/21 - 2/12/21 Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City. Essential Functions: As part of a street maintenance crew; shovel and spread asphalt and asphalt base in patching, repairing, and reconstructing streets; remove graffiti from City and citizen property and facilities. Use concrete cutting and breaking equipment; operate a jackhammer; pour and assist in finishing concrete and masonry work; construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry work. Install street barricades and cones prior to the performance of street repair activities; direct and control traffic around work sites. Clean and maintain City restrooms, pools, picnic areas, buildings, parking garages, and other public facilities. Clean up debris form parking lots, walkways, ditches, alleys, streets, and storm drains. As part of the spray crew, spray right-of-ways, planters, ballfields, and other City areas with herbicides; perform weed abatement duties. Perform tree inspections. Trim, prune, plant, and maintain City trees; work in a tree trimming crew; operate a chain saw, chipper, stump digger, and root cutter. Mow, edge, fertilize, and maintain grass and turf; remove weeds, prune shrubs, plant, and maintain plants and flowers; operate a mower, edger, blower, and tractor; apply pesticides. Maintain and repair public sprinkler systems; monitor and make routine corrections to irrigation systems that service parks or other landscaped City areas. Inspect and clear obstructions from storm drains; maintain and rebuild rockwells. Identify equipment needs for each assigned project. Pick up and transport refuse to the appropriate dumping site. Operate and perform routine maintenance to construction equipment such as dump trucks, rollers, front loaders, and power tools such as compressors, jack hammers, paint sprayers, sandblasters, and concrete saws. Perform routine carpentry and repair work to City facilities and buildings. Assist with the repair and installation of pipes related to the City’s treatment plant facilities. Read water meters and report data for billing purposes. Retrieve temporary signs and shopping carts from public right of way; collect penalties as assigned. Use sandblasting, pressure washing, and other painting supplies and equipment to remove graffiti from public and private properties. Assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic control signs, pavement markings, parking meters, ticket dispensers, and related equipment; clean graffiti from signs; assist traffic painting crews, as needed. Assist with the placement and retrieval of traffic counting devices. Document and maintain inventory records of assigned areas; maintain a variety of maintenance records. Photograph, document, and record graffiti incidents. Maintain records of maintenance repair and daily event logs. Perform work in emergency situations as required. Operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner in routine situations. Work independently in the absence of on-site supervision. Use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, and power tools and equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner. Read and interpret basic maps and blueprints. Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Maintain parking equipment, including cleaning, routine maintenance, repair, and refilling equipment supplies such as tickets, ink ribbons, receipt paper, etc. Collect, process, and transport monies from City parking meters to prescribed bank or secure location. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures. Marginal Functions: Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Maintenance Worker I Knowledge of: Basic uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment. Safe work practices. Ability to: Understand and follow oral and written directions. Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in a variety of construction and maintenance activities. Operate collection and parking meter equipment. Learn streets and meter locations within the City. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: None is required. Six months of paid work experience involving the performance of routine maintenance tasks is desirable. Training: High School diploma or GED equivalency. License or Certificate: Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license. Most assignments require the possession of a valid Class B California driver’s license by the end of the probationary period. Failure to obtain any of the required licenses/certificates within the prescribed time, and/or failure to pass the federally mandated DOT drug/alcohol test after obtaining the license, may result in release from probation or termination. Maintenance Worker II In addition to the qualifications for Maintenance Worker I: Knowledge of: Methods, techniques, and tools and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the construction and maintenance of asphalt and/or concrete facilities. Methods, techniques, and tools and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in maintenance of buildings, park areas, trees, and golf courses and removal of graffiti. Ability to: Perform skilled maintenance, construction, and repair work in the area of work assigned. On a continuous basis, know and understand maintenance activities and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify safety hazards; locate equipment. Identify safety hazards. Interpret work orders and explain jobs to other employees. Experience and Training Guidelines: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: One year of responsible experience equivalent to a Maintenance Worker I in the City of Modesto. Training: High School diploma or GED equivalency. License or Certificate: Most assignments require the possession of a valid Class A or Class B California driver’s license including specified endorsements within 60 days of appointment. Failure to obtain any of the required licenses/certificates within the prescribed time, and/or failure to pass the federally mandated DOT drug/alcohol test after obtaining the license, may result in release from probation or termination. Apply online today at. Deadline to apply is 2/10/21.