Salary: $22.58 - $27.44 HourlyLocation : City Hall 12700 Norwalk Blvd., CAJob Type: Hourly/At-Will/Part-TimeJob Number: 25-48JS/CEDepartment: TransportationDivision: EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCEOpening Date: 12/30/2024Closing Date: 1/10/2025 6:00 PM PacificDefinitionThis recruitment will remain open until asufficient number of applications are received. The City reserves the right to limit the applicationsconsidered to the first 30 applicants. This recruitment may close at any time, apply immediately. A current Driving Record printout from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must be submitted along with application. Applications submitted without a Driving Record printout will be considered incomplete and not given consideration.Performs routine service and cleaning on City vehicles including buses, vans and equipment. Inspects vehicles, equipment, and facilities; performs related duties as required. This is a part-time position averaging approximately 32 hours per week. This position will be required to work a variety of hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. This class is characterized by the performance of semi-skilled work in the performance of routine service in vehicle and equipment maintenance. Essential Duties Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Cleans vehicles and equipment exteriors; vacuums and cleans interiors, cleans windows, windshields, and mirrors; removes trash and graffiti; operates and services wash-rack and cleaner as required. Cleans facilities, including garage, parts' room, grounds, and offices; sorts and arranges tools and equipment; and performs other janitorial duties as required. Transports City vehicles, including buses, from one location to another as needed. Secures garage facility as assigned. Refuels gas, alternate fuel and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment; maintains fluid levels; records mileage and hours in service; records fuel and other fluid usage. Probe (download) fare box data and pulls passenger fare box revenue vaults and dumps contents. Steam cleans engines; cleans wheel rims; cleans upholstery. Qualification GuidelinesAny combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Example combinations include graduation from high school or equivalent and ability and willingness to learn and perform duties associated with routine vehicle service and related record keeping. Must possess or ability to obtain a valid California Class A or B commercial driver's license with Passenger Endorsement and a satisfactory driving record at time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. Possession of a valid medical examiner's certificate.License Requirements: A copy of the following documents must be submitted with the application:
- A valid California, Class A or B driver's license with Passenger Endorsement or ability to obtain
- A current Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) K-4 Activity print-out (obtained within the last 30 days)
Knowledge of: routine vehicle care and maintenance; simple record keeping methods; safety rules and safe work habits.Ability to: work safely with others in the performance of a variety of routine maintenance work; understand and follow oral and written directions; perform simple arithmetical computations; prepare routine records; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Supplemental InformationPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:The physical demands and work environment 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, an incumbent is regularly required to use hands to finger, grasp, feel, use repetitive motions in order to operate office equipment. Incumbents are required to sit, talk and hear. Incumbents are required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or reach. Incumbents may perform sedentary work. Specific vision abilities required by these positions are those required to perform office machine operations. There is an occasional need to lift up to 50 pounds. Incumbents are not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.SELECTION PROCESS:Apply online at Employment application must be completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City application. Faxed materials or postmarks will not be accepted. Following the closing date, applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the job announcement. Candidates with qualifications that best relate to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure continuation in the selection process. The selection process will include an oral interview and written exam designed to predict successful job performance.For a complete copy of the class specification, please click Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling the Department of Human Resources at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled examination/interview date. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The City of Norwalk, in compliance with all applicable Federal and State laws, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, religion, disability, sex, or sexual orientation in its employment actions, policies, procedures or practices. BENEFITS FOR HOURLY/AT-WILL/PART-TIME EMPLOYEESTerms of Employment: All employees hired as Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time are employed at-will throughout the term of their employment with the City. Consequently, the services of a Hourly/At-Will/Part-Time employee can be discontinued at anytime without cause, regardless of the number of hours worked for the City by the employee.Retirement: Membership in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) is required. The employee pays the 7.5% retirement contribution. Credit Union: The City is affiliated with the Los Angles County F & A Federal Credit Union. Please check with the Department of Human Resources for details. Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to provide help to employees and members of their families who are experiencing personal problems. For more information, contact the Department of Human Resources. Paid Holidays: After 3,000 hours of employment, an hourly employee is entitled to six hours pay for specified holidays designated in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).Vacation Leave: After 3,000 hours of employment, vacation leave is accumulated at the rate of .046 hours for each hour of straight time worked.Sick Leave: Beginning on the 30th day of employment with the City, employee will accrue sick leave at the rate of .033 hours for each hour of straight time worked. No sick leave shall be taken until the 90th day of employment. After 3,000 hours of employment, sick leave is accumulated at the rate of .046 hours for each hour of straight time worked. Medical Plan: Eligibility for medical coverage is determined using the Affordable Care Act guidelines. Employees may also qualify after 3,000 hours of employment. Voluntary Insurance Plans: Optional Short Term Disability, Hospitalization, Accident and Cancer insurance policies are available at the employee's cost. Veteran's Preference: The City provides preference to military veterans under consideration for initial employment. To claim veteran's preference an applicant must submit their most recent DD214 form. An eligible veteran is one who has served in the United States armed forces and who has received an honorable discharge. 01 Do you have a valid California Class A or B driver's license?
02 Do you currently have Passenger Endorsement?
03 Do you have a valid medical examiners certificate?
04 Please indicate any courses you have taken in vehicle care and maintenance. Please list the Title, the School and the date the course was taken 05 Please indicate approximately how much experience you have in checking tire pressure.
- None
- Some (1 year or less)
- Moderate (1-3 years)
- Extensive (3+ years)
06 Please indicate approximately how much experience you have in cleaning facilities.
- None
- Some (1 year or less)
- Moderate (1-3 years)
- Extensive (3+ years)
07 Please indicate approximately how much experience you have in cleaning upholstery
- None
- Some (1 year or less)
- Moderate (1-3 years)
- Extensive (3+ years)
08 Please indicate approximately how much experience you have in cleaning vehicles
- None
- Some (1 year or less)
- Moderate (1-3 years)
- Extensive (3+ years)
09 Please indicate approximately how much experience you have in detailing vehicles
- None
- Some (1 year or less)
- Moderate (1-3 years)
- Extensive (3+ years)
10 Please indicate approximately how much experience you have in keeping vehicle records
- None
- Some (1 year or less)
- Moderate (1-3 years)
- Extensive (3+ years)
11 Please indicate approximately how much experience you have in refueling vehicles
- None
- Some (1 year or less)
- Moderate (1-3 years)
- Extensive (3+ years)
12 Please indicate approximately how much experience you have in transporting vehicles
- None
- Some (1 year or less)
- Moderate (1-3 years)
- Extensive (3+ years)
13 Have you attached a current Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Driver History Report also known as K4 printout (within 30 days)?
Required Question