SAN BENITO COUNTY, CA
Hollister, CA, USA
May 01, 2024
Temporary
Description THIS IS A TEMPORARY, PART-TIME POSITION FOR THE HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY BUT MAY BE USED FOR OTHER DEPARTMENTS COUNTY-WIDE Under supervision, to assist with performing a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of County of buildings, facilities, fixtures, and building equipment; to perform grounds maintenance duties; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry and first working level in the Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, facilities, and related machinery and equipment. Incumbents assist with the more skilled assignments under direct guidance. As incumbents demonstrate requisite skills and knowledge on a sustained basis, it is expected that they will be promoted to the Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker II level. This class is distinguished from Building Maintenance Worker II in that incumbents work with more guidance and supervision, performing a narrower range of assignments, which require a lower level of skill. REPORTS TO Building and Grounds Superintendent or Facilities and Grounds Manager CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED This is not a supervisory class. TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; ability to walk in uneven terrain and on slippery surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to crawl through various areas requiring movement on hands and knees; ability to climb, stoop, crouch, and kneel; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.; perform sustained physical work; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX; operate an automobile; use hand tools and power equipment. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in building and outdoor environments; work is performed in varying temperatures; exposure to dust, chemicals, and gases; exposure to electrical currents; continuous contact with other staff. Example of Duties (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Assists with performing a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, facilities, and associated equipment Assists with and performs basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical work May respond to repair requests and make requisited repairs Learns to maintain boilers, fire alarms, and fire extinguishers Assists with the storage of surplus furniture and equipment Learns to pull wire for computer systems and solder receptacles Learns to check and maintain generators Learns to maintain, repair, and replace fan motors Replaces broken floor tiles Performs general grounds keeping work Maintains county grounds including mowing, weeding and water of turf Under direct supervision, applies some chemicals such as herbicides and fertilizers to enhance plant growth Assists with inspection of buildings and facilities for needed repairs Moves furniture and equipment Operates hand tools, power equipment, and vehicles. Minimum Qualifications Any combination of training and experience, which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Previous work experience in building and/or grounds maintenance work is highly desirable. Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: Basic knowledge of practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the building trades. General grounds keeping and landscape maintenance methods and procedures. Safe work practices and procedures. Ability to: Learn and perform a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of County buildings, facilities, and associated equipment. Perform grounds keeping and landscape maintenance assignments. Learn to read and understand plans, construction drawings, and blueprints. Learn to recognize and locate conditions, which require maintenance and repair. Use and care for hand and power tools used in building trades and grounds keeping work. Learn to estimate time and materials for maintenance assignments. Make basic mathematical calculations. Follow oral and written directions. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Selection Process: All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits: Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly. Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly. Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit. 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year 15 + years of service = 20 days per year Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply. Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate. Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only. Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D. Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance. Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees. Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply. Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit. All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS. New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security. Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances. Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000). Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members Social Security (non-safety) Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually Floating Holiday 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed. Yes 02 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 03 Do you have work experience in building and/or ground maintenance? Yes No Required Question Closing Date/Time: 5/14/2024 5:00 PM Pacific