Location: Vista,CA, USA
Position
Are you looking for a public service opportunity that will challenge you? Do you thrive in an award-winning public works environment? Are you dedicated to providing exceptional services that improve a community's quality of life? If so, apply to be part of our professional, dedicated and committed team.
Street Maintenance Workers perform unskilled and semi-skilled manual work in the maintenance, repair and construction of streets, curbs, pavement, signs, structures, islands, culverts, alleys and ditches; keep simple logs; operate City vehicles; and perform related work as required. This position reports to a Public Works Supervisor. We currently have one (1) vacancy in our street maintenance division but will be developing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies.
* Street Maintenance Worker I (V17): $4,585 - $5,573 per month
Street Maintenance Worker II (V19): $4,814 - $5,851 per month
Note: This is a flexibly staffed position. After completion of 24 months as Street Maintenance Worker I, the incumbent may be eligible to advance to Street Maintenance Worker II.
This position will close when 100 applications are received or on Monday, January 6th, 2025, whichever comes first.
Examples of Essential Functions
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER I:
Performs unskilled and semi-skilled manual work in the maintenance, repair and construction of streets, curbs, pavement, signs, structures, islands, culverts, alleys, and ditches; maintains City trees; pours and finishes concrete; operates a variety of power driven tools and equipment; performs routine carpentry, painting and asphalt work; operates trucks, skip loaders, light rollers, backhoes, and other motorized equipment of comparable size and complexity; patches streets and alleys using hand tools; assists in the paving of streets and alleys using pneumatic tools, asphalt rakes, and other hand tools; constructs and repairs curbs and gutters by excavating with pneumatic and hand tools, building forms and pouring and finishing concrete; places traffic control and warning signs; serves as flagman; cleans storm drains, drainage ditches, and culverts; performs minor maintenance and adjustments on equipment; performs preventive maintenance procedures on equipment used; lifts and moves objects and materials, such as dirt and concrete, by wheelbarrow; loads, transports, and unloads stones, gravel, dirt, supplies and equipment as required; abates weeds and debris, operates a trash dump truck; cuts tree trimmings for loading; graffiti abatement; feed brush and trimmings into wood chipper; keeps simple logs; operates City vehicles; and performs related work as required.
STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER II:
Positions in this class perform the semi-skilled and skilled work of maintenance repair while working in a crew under a lead person. Positions in this class may, as the need arises, be assigned to carry out a wide range of general maintenance outside of street maintenance. As assigned, incumbents are expected to perform tasks in other maintenance areas at an unskilled or semi-skilled level, as a helper or independently. Positions in this class perform work which has some variation, and which allows or requires a limited range of choice in the application of defined methods or procedures. Incumbents receive instructions when tasks are assigned and have some latitude in selecting work methods. Work is generally reviewed upon completion for final results. Incumbents are expected to refer matters which do not fit a clear pattern to the supervisor for instruction.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
A typical qualifying entrance background is experience performing varied street maintenance and construction, or closely related work.
LICENSE(S):
Possession of a valid California Class A Driver's License, with tanker endorsement and a satisfactory driving record. (If the selected candidate does not possess a Class A Drivers license, the City will assist with the training to receive it, which needs to be obtained within 6 months of hire.)
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic hand and portable power tools; operation of light motorized equipment; appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
SKILL IN:
Performing simple cement and masonry work; performing routine carpentry and painting work; operating power and hand tools used in manual labor and related activities, including a pneumatic jackhammer; operating light equipment; accomplishing manual labor and work under varying weather conditions; making minor repairs and adjustments to equipment; operating a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; maintaining standard safety practices pertaining to manual labor.
ABILITY TO:
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Other Information
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to communicate effectively verbally and in a written manner; observe and interpret data, and analyze and solve problems. The employee must be able to work indoor office environments/outdoor in the field environments (depending on position). The employee may have to move up to 10 lbs. and transport up to 75 lbs. objects frequently (depending on position). Vision abilities required by this job include the ability to detect, determine, perceive, identify, estimate, and assess work related objects and/or work products based on position specific designated tasks. The employee may be required to work overtime to complete assignments. Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Use of personal vehicle during employment may also be required.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
A City application form and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted. Apply online at www.cityofvista.com. For questions call (760) ###-####.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application materials that they meet the employment standards outlined above. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the position may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skill, training, and experience for the position. Successful applicants will be placed on an eligibility list. The City may also merge lists. The selected candidate(s) must successfully complete pre-employment clearances which may include a physical, drug screen, and fingerprinting.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in the announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of Vista is an Equal Opportunity and ADA compliant employer.
We welcome and celebrate diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace!
We appreciate our veterans and encourage them to apply as well!
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Recruitlment Closes- Friday, January 10th, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. or 100 applications
First Interview Panel- Week of January 20th, 2025
Department Interview- Week of February 3rd, 2025
* Please note, all dates are subject to change.*
VACATION
85 Hrs. - 1-5 years of continuous service
125 Hrs. - 6-10 years
149 Hrs. - 11-15 years
165 Hrs. - 16-20 years
178 Hrs. - 21+ years
SICK LEAVE
Full time employees receive 96 hours per year.
HOLIDAYS
Full time employees working the 9/80 flex schedule receive 99 hours of holiday leave per fiscal year to cover scheduled holidays as well as one floating holiday.
INSURANCE
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance programs. A portion of the employee's and dependent's premiums are paid by the City.
WELLNESS PROGRAMMING
The City offers comprehensive wellness programming to its employees including onsite wellness facilities and onsite wellness sessions.
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
The City's Tuition Reimbursement Plan can assist the employees in paying the cost of books and tuition for pre- approved classes which relate to their job.
RETIREMENT
Depending on eligibility, based on CalPERS criteria, new employees will be provided the 3% @ 60 Plan or newly established 2% @ 62 Plan. Employees currently contribute the entire employee contribution amount of 8%.
The City does not participate in Social Security, but employees must be enrolled in the Medicare portion.
* Actual benefits will depend on date of hire and may differ from the information listed. Part time employee benefits are prorated.
01
ATTENTION APPLICANTS: Copying and pasting duplicate answers and stating See resume and/or see previous answer are not acceptable to the questions below. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate and understand that the statements made in this supplemental questionnaire will be considered part of and subject to the terms of my employment application for this position. Please acknowledge your understanding by selecting Yes .
* Yes
* No
02
Is any of your work experience with a city of government agency or a private company that is on contract with a city to do maintenance?
* Yes
* No
03
Do you possess a valid California Class A driver's license? If yes, please provide a photo copy of your driver's license and current DMV medical certificate.
* Yes
* No
04
Please indicate the various types of street maintenance duties you have performed.
* Graffiti abatement
* Raking and compacting asphalt
* Cleaning storm drain inlets
* Installing sign channels and signs
* Installing storm drain pipes
* Mechanical removal of weeds
* None
05
For each of the duties selected above please indicate whether you performed them on a daily, monthly, or annual basis.
06
Describe your experience with street maintenance equipment by placing a check next to each piece of equipment with which you are experienced in operating.
* Backhoe/loader
* Bobcat
* Roller/compactor
* Paving Machine
* Dump Truck (please indicate size of truck)
* None
07
Please indicate the number of years you have operated each piece of equipment selected above. In addition, please explain what your specific experience has been with each piece of equipment.
08
Describe your experience providing traffic control set-up as it relates to the Street Maintenance Worker I/II position. Be sure to include your specific role and duties as well as how often you performed the duties.
Required Question
Agency City of Vista
Address 200 Civic Center Drive
Vista, California, 92084
Phone 760-###-####
Website