MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II (Public Works)
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MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II (Public Works)

City of Ventura, CA

Location: Ventura,CA, USA

Date: 2024-10-31T10:35:19Z

Job Description:
The City of Ventura is hiring! We have an immediate vacancy for the position of Maintenance Worker I/II with the City's Public Works Department. The current vacancy is within the Environmental Sustainability Division (Streets).The Maintenance Worker I/II works under general supervision and performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled heavy manual work, alone or as a member of a crew, in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, wastewater systems, storm drains, water systems, graffiti abatement or related public works and utility functions.Incumbent may be required to work stand-by on rotational basis and report to work on a callback basis as needed within a designated time frame. Standby assignment is at the discretion of the Division Head.Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Streets: Shovels earth or debris using hand tools such as shovels, rakes, picks and sledges. Performs a variety of maintenance tasks. Operates simple pneumatic tools, spreads and tamps paving material or gravel. Loads and unloads trucks; cuts brush; removes weeds; cleans culverts, drains and ditches. Maintains and repairs streets, sidewalks and curbs. Lays rock base, shovels and rakes hot asphalt. Mixes and pours concrete. Assists in the installation of street signs and traffic safety painting. Operates in the installation of street signs and traffic safety painting. Operates a variety of mechanized equipment including but not limited to, skip loaders, dump trucks, and 90 lb. jackhammers. Maintains equipment to ensure proper working order. Performs other related duties as required.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSMaintenance Worker I: This is the entry-level class in the series. Incumbents in this classification receive on-the-job training, specific day-to-day direction and are closely supervised. Positions in this series are flexibly staffed to the Maintenance Worker II classification, and incumbents are expected to advance to the next level at the end of a one-year probationary period.Maintenance Worker II: This is the journey level in the maintenance worker series. The Incumbents are expected to know all the duties and tasks, to apply learned principles and techniques, exercising independent judgment and initiative to well-defined assignments in the field, with general supervision. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.MORE INFORMATIONFor additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City's Career Page at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs or by clicking here Maintenance Worker I / Maintenance Worker II.THE SCHEDULEThis recruitment will follow the below timeline.* Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 5:30pm - Application Deadline. Applications must be submitted by this date to be considered for the position.* November 18, 2024 - Candidates will be notified by email of their status by this date.* Week of December 2, 2024 - Oral Panel Interview are tentatively scheduled for this date. Qualifying candidates will be notified by email if they are invited to the panel interview process.* Week of December 9, 2024 - Department Selection Interviews are tentatively scheduled for this date. Qualifying candidates will be notified by email if they are invited to the panel interview process.* January 15, 2025 - Candidates will be notified of the outcome of the interview by this date.The timeline dates are subject to change. Candidates will be notified as necessary.SALARY AND BENEFITSThe City offers a total compensation package that includes both a generous salary and other benefits!* SALARY: $25.02 - $33.43 Hourly DOQ* BENEFITS: Refer to the benefits tab on the job posting for specific information on City benefits.HOW TO APPLYTo be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline, Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 5:30pm .If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at ...@cityofventura.ca.gov.WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO QUALIFYMaintenance Worker I: Six months of construction, maintenance or related work experience.Maintenance Worker II: A combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to one year as a Maintenance Worker I (18 months related experience).License: Both levels: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required upon employment. Within 6 months of employment, incumbent is required to obtain and, thereafter maintain, the following licenses:Streets: California Class A driver license with the following endorsements/restrictions: Auto Transmission and Air Brakes Restrictions - No Endorsement. (Pursuant to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, drug testing is required.)Facilities and Transit: California Class C driver license required upon employment.A pre-employment medical examination is required before appointment is made.YOUR APPLICATIONSubmit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs. It is important that your City job application show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess. Resumes, CVs and cover letters may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application or supplemental questionnaire. Submitting an incomplete application or supplemental questionnaire, may disqualify you from further consideration in the recruitment process.DEADLINE TO APPLY:Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 5:30pm .APPLICATION REVIEW:All applications and supplemental questionnaires submitted will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates will be notified about their status after the filing deadline.INTERVIEW DATES AND INFORMATION:A select number of candidates will be invited to a qualifying panel interview process that is tentatively scheduled for Week of December 2, 2024 . Select candidates will be notified of specifics after the filing deadline. Please note, given the current COVID-19 situation, initial panel interviews may be conducted via video teleconference. Selected applicants will be notified of specifics at the appropriate time.The department selection interviews are tentatively scheduled for Week of December 9, 2024 . Candidates selected to move forward will be notified.The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.* --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is: 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) ###-####, e-mail: ...@cityofventura.ca.gov.The City of Ventura operates under the Council/ Manager form of government under a charter adopted by voters in 1934, with an elected seven-member City Council. This full-service municipality is supported by 11 major City departments: City Manager, City Attorney, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Community Development, Parks & Recreation, Fire, Police, Public Works, and Ventura Water. The City's Adopted FY 2024/2025 Operating and Capital budget totals approximately $531 million. The City Council and the City Manager are dedicated to the highest standards of integrity, public service, and innovative approaches to governing.To learn more about the City of Ventura, please visit www.cityofventura.ca.gov and view the FY2024-25 Adopted Budget.CITY OF VENTURAThe City of Ventura is located just north of Los Angeles County and south of Santa Barbara County and is frequently considered one of America's most desirable places to live. The City is a full-service municipality that was founded in 1782, incorporated in 1866, and serves nearly 110,000 residents within its 32 square miles. With nearly 700 employees, the City is dedicated to delivering key services to our businesses, residents, and visitors to ensure Ventura remains a fiscally stable, economically vibrant, safe, clean, and desirable community.Locals and visitors enjoy Ventura's impressive park system that includes 32 parks and historic sites, and more than 800 acres of open green space. The City offers a remarkable year-round climate, friendly people, and a spectacular coastline. Ventura is an exciting location for a variety of outdoor activities such as biking, hiking, kayaking, paddle-boarding, sailing, surfing, whale watching and windsurfing. Other activities include the Channel Islands National Park, championship golf, world-class shopping, wine tours, and more. Learn more about the City of Ventura at www.CityofVentura.ca.govDIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSIONThe City of Ventura values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the City derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in public service, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations, and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they're counting on us.The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!
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