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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks that may be found in positions of this class.)

• Maintains assigned areas, facilities, and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Performs a variety of general maintenance and repair work, including basic carpentry, painting, basic plumbing, minor electrical, concrete, tile, and tree grate repair.
• Performs general cleaning and janitorial functions in the upkeep of assigned areas, including, but not limited to, cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, refilling soap and paper dispensers, emptying and cleaning waste containers, sweeping, mopping, and cleaning up human waste.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs traffic signs, parking meters, pay stations, trash cans, and specialty equipment related to the operations of parking facilities.
• Performs a variety of semi-skilled street maintenance and repair work, such as patching potholes, grinding sidewalks, clearing drainage facilities, and installing and removing sign posts and sleeves.
• Plants, cultivates, trims, and waters ornamental plants, shrubs, hedges, trees, and flowers; prepares and treats soil for planting.
• Operates and cares for a variety of tools and equipment, including wrenches, screwdrivers, saws, drills, carpentry and metal shop fabrication equipment, pressure washers, and sidewalk sweepers and scrubbers.
• Maintains records related to duties performed and equipment used.
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms; refills soap and paper dispensers.
• Empties and cleans waste containers.
• Performs minor maintenance and repair work, such as replacing faucet washers, replacing lamps and fixtures, and unclogging toilets and drains; assists with major maintenance work as assigned.
• Inspects assigned areas for vandalism and hazardous conditions; makes necessary repairs.
• Responds during emergencies and works in adverse weather conditions.
• Performs related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in general maintenance work.
• Basic safety precautions and procedures required in maintenance work.
• Safe and proper use of chemicals used to perform duties, such as degreaser and paint remover.
• For the advanced journey level, methods and techniques of basic plumbing, electrical, sidewalk, and carpentry maintenance and repair.

Ability to:

• Safely and effectively perform unskilled, semi-skilled, or skilled maintenance, janitorial, and construction work.
• Safely and effectively operate hand and power tools.
• For the entry and journey levels, learn basic plumbing, electrical, and carpentry maintenance techniques.
• Read, write, and maintain routine records at a level sufficient to successfully perform required duties.
• Safely and effectively operate and/or learn to operate automotive and/or specialized equipment as assigned.
• Learn the practices, procedures, and techniques pertaining to the area of assignment.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Interact tactfully and courteously with the public as required by assignment.
• Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
• Work with diverse populations and maintain an inclusive environment.

Maintenance Worker I

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.;

and

One year of landscaping, construction, janitorial, or maintenance experience;

or

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF:

• A valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

Maintenance Worker II

High School Diploma or G.E.D.;

and

Two years of construction or maintenance experience;

or

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF:

• A valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

Maintenance Worker III

High School Diploma or G.E.D.;

and

Three years of construction or maintenance experience;

or

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF:

• A valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE A FINAL OFFER IS MADE:

• Live Scan Fingerprinting (DOJ)
• Pre-employment Physical

For a detailed spreadsheet of employee benefits by bargaining group, please view our Benefits Summary.

Retirement: California Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). The City participates only in the medicare portion of Social Security.

Health: the City has a cafeteria plan for health, dental and vision insurance and contributes towards medical insurance. Employees may choose from several health insurance options. There are also two dental plans to choose from. See the Benefits Summary link to determine the contribution amount.

Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance: group term life and AD&D insurance is provided for all regular employees. The amount of coverage varies depending on the classification. Employees may purchase additional life and AD&D insurance for themselves and their dependents.

Vacation: employees receive 12 days per year increasing to 20 days after 20 years.

Holidays: employees receive 12-13 days per year depending on the classification.

Sick Leave: employees receive 12 days per year.

Administrative Leave: is a benefit available to management employees. The number of administrative leave hours varies depending on the classification.

Flexible Work Schedule: is available to many positions within the City organization.

Long Term Disability Insurance: is available for regular employees. The amount of benefit and contribution by employee varies by classification.

Deferred Compensation: is available for employees to set aside a portion of their salary on a pre-tax basis to supplement retirement.

Wellness Program: offered to help employees gain knowledge, skills and motivation to improve the quality of their lives and well-being.

Employee Assistance Program: a counseling and consultation service designed to help employees and eligible family members with a wide range of personal issues.

Flexible Benefits Program: available to help employees save taxes on: (1) Pre-tax health insurance premium deductions, (2) Unreimbursed/ uncovered medical expenses, and (3) Dependent care expenses.

Tuition Reimbursement: up to $1500 annually for job-related educational costs is available to employees who have passed probation.

Trip Reduction Incentive Program (TRIP): incentives are available for employees who voluntarily participate in alternative forms of transportation to and from work.

Computer Purchase Program: interest-free loans to employees who have passed probation and who purchase computers for personal use with City approved software configuration.

Professional Association for City Employees (PACE): voluntary organization for professional development training classes, monthly membership meetings with a variety of speakers, and social functions designed to facilitate interaction with employees from all departments in a relaxed setting away from work.