Court Utility Worker

San Jose CA

Description

Job Title: Court Utility Worker (Limited Term) Closing Date/Time: Fri. 06/11/21 11:59 PM Pacific Time Salary: $21.69 Hourly $1,734.89 Biweekly $3,758.93 Monthly $45,107.17 Annually Job Type: Limited Term Location: Superior Court of CA, County of Santa Clara, California Department:Court Support Services DEFINITION: Under general supervision, this support position performs a wide variety of building maintenance, moving, cleaning, minor repair to Court buildings, and grounds maintenance at Court facilities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Court Utility Worker classification is responsible for performing maintenance, moving, cleaning, minor repair to Court buildings and grounds maintenance at Court facilities. Incumbents may be a liaison between the Superior Court and Santa Clara County General Services Division and may be required to lead or coordinate a work crew. This current recruitment is for Day shift. Limited Term - Individual is hired for a specific term subject to an extension at the end of the term at the Court's discretion. Typical Tasks/Representative Duties: TYPICAL TASKS: - Moves and arranges furniture and office equipment, assembles reconfigured systems furniture; - Carries, stacks, and labels incoming cartons; - Transports records from offices to storage areas; - May drive a pick-up, light truck with hydraulic lift, or forklift to haul materials and supplies, furniture, computer equipment, trash, and cuttings; - Loads and unloads trucks; works on ledges, scaffolding, or extension ladders to wash exterior windows and washes interior windows; - May act as a liaison between the Court and the skilled crafts workers; - Performs minor maintenance to mechanical equipment and building fixtures (such as: replacing washers and broken switch plates, light bulbs and tubs, hoods, and exhaust vents); cleans filters, grease traps, oils fans and motors; - Assembles and paints benches, tables, and general touch-ups; - Cuts, waters, rakes, and weeds grass, plants, shrubs, and trees; - Operates grounds keeping power tools (i.e. mowers, edgers, tillers, aerators, sprayers, chain saws, and vacuums); - May assist in the repair and installation of sprinkler systems; - Sweeps sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and entrances ways; - Picks up rubbish and paper; - Makes minor repairs to chairs, filing cabinets, and desk; - Performs other related duties as required. Employment Standards/Typical Qualifications: EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Knowledge and abilities are typically obtained by a minimum of one year of experience in general maintenance work. A California Driver’s license and a good driving record is required. Employees in this classification may be required to use their own vehicle to travel between facilities. KNOWLEDGE OF: - Traffic laws and vehicle operation; - The operation of forklifts and other machinery used in the movement of heavy equipment; - Basic knowledge of proper bending and lifting methods to avoid injuries. ABILITY TO: - Understand and follow written and oral instructions; - Work independently; - Exercise physical exertion in the movement of moderately heavy or bulky supplies; - Understand and follow oral and simple written instructions; - Work under pressure; adapt to varying circumstances, and use sound judgment in the performance of duties; - Work cooperatively and get along with others. Supplemental Information: WORKING CONDITIONS: Incumbents in this position may be assigned to work in a number of environments. These environments may include inside or outside a courthouse, inside or outside an office building; or at a warehouse with limited exposure to heat, cold, inclement weather, dust, fumes, odors, and noise. The ability to work alone and with others is required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Specific tasks and duties may vary among assignments; however, the following are considered essential functions expected of the Utility Worker classification: Have the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs; Communicate effectively with others. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: - Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 50 lbs., such as: files, stacks of paper, reference books, and other materials; - Frequent need to reach for items above and below desk level; - Standing for long periods of time is periodically required. EXAMINATION: A screening panel will be convened to select those applicants deemed most qualified to participate in a written and/or oral examination. The examination process will include one or more of the following: application appraisal; written examination; oral examination. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: This recruitment requires the submission of an on-line application. No paper applications will be accepted. An electronic copy of your Resume must be submitted as attachments to this application submission. The Court provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you are disabled as defined by the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act or the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and will be requesting an accommodation, please contact Renee Hughes or Pam McGee at (408) 882-2703 to discuss your request. TDD communication is available by calling (408) 882-2787. The Court must verify the identity and employment authorization of all new employees to comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform & Control Act. This verification is required only after an offer of employment has been made. For further information regarding the required verification, please contact Human Resources at 408-882-2747. APPLY ONLINE AT: