CITY OF SANTA ANA, CA
Santa Ana, California, United States
Description The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community. This is a part-time position. The incumbents will work an average of 19 hours per week. Work schedule is to be determined. Applications received from this recruitment may be considered by Maintenance Services, Parks Services, or Water Services in the Public Works Department. Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To IF ASSIGNED TO MAINTENANCE SERVICES, DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: Under general supervision, performs concrete, asphalt, and general construction, maintenance, and repair activities of City streets, alleys, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, fences, and walls, including resurfacing and pouring sidewalks, curbs, and gutters; sealing cracks; applying applicable chemicals to surfaces; raking, compacting, and paving surfaces; and cleaning up work areas. Cleans City right-of-way by removing abandoned items, including homeless encampments, non-hazardous spills, and other debris. Operates, cleans and maintains vehicles and a variety of light to heavy construction and maintenance machinery and equipment, including those powered by pneumatic, gas and electric power. Operates, maintains, and stores power spray equipment and chemicals. Maintains and installs street markings and signage. Sets-up traffic safety devices and barricades. Performs tree services and weed abatement duties, which may require the use of tree chippers, chainsaws, and other gas-powered equipment and includes helping to lower tree limbs, trimming shrubs, pruning small trees and bushes, sectioning limbs, assisting in removing trees, and planting trees. Removes graffiti markings by paint or other chemical application. Maintains vehicles, storage sites, and other work areas. Prepares, lifts, moves, loads, and unloads objects and materials weighing up to 95 pounds.Maintains and records accurate work logs and documentation. Uses a computer or similar devices to input data and retrieve work orders for public service requests. Responds to emergency requests during and after work hours. Follows safe work practices, policies and procedures when performing work and operating equipment. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required. IF ASSIGNED TO PARKS SERVICES, DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: Assists Park Services employees at park facilities and properties by performing skilled construction and maintenance work. The improvements, repairs, or park services duties may include, but are not limited to the following: plumbing, heating and air conditioning, metal fabrication, carpentry, electrical, masonry, tile setting, horticulture, arboriculture, irrigation system programming/repair/auditing, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Assists Park Services employees by overseeing weekend operations, which may include reviewing or coordinating timely completion of duties performed by other part-time employees. Digs and backfills ditches and trenches. Lifts, moves and carries heavy objects weighing up to 95 pounds. Tools and equipment that may be used include, but are not limited to: power saws, sewer augers, welding equipment, test gauges, GPS/computer tablets, survey equipment, and other power equipment and tools. May operate small equipment such as backhoes, tractors, and air compressor powered equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. IF ASSIGNED TO WATER SERVICES, DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: Under general supervision, performs pick and shovel work on a variety of surfaces that may include, but not limited to: asphalt, concrete, unpaved streets, sidewalks and parkways. Loads and unloads supplies and materials that may include, but not limited to: stone, gravel, dirt, asphalt, timber, pipe, debris, construction materials, tools and equipment. Digs and backfills ditches and trenches; lifts, moves and carries heavy objects weighing up to 95 pounds. May operate small power equipment and drive small trucks. Duties may also include: assists in laying pipe; assists in installing water services, sewer main/laterals and cleaning sewer laterals. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Some experience involving construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks, water or sewer lines, or trees; maintenance and repair of involving plumbing, irrigation, aquatics, masonry, electrical, painting, air conditioning and heating (HVAC), horticulture, arboriculture, IPM and/or carpentry work and basic to intermediate skill in using a personal computer and software programs. Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: common tools and equipment used in construction, maintenance, and repair work, basic knowledge of safety precautions and practices in the operation of these common tools and equipment. Ability to: operate a computer; understand and follow specific oral and written instructions; perform strenuous manual tasks, often for extended periods and under occasionally adverse climatic conditions; operate standard transmission vehicles. Must be willing and able to perform work of a strenuous physical nature, including lifting up and carrying objects weighing up to 95 pounds. Skill in: the safe use of common tools and equipment used in a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair work. Special Requirements: Must possess and retain a valid California Class C Driver's License as a condition of employment. Some assignments will involve performing duties considered safety-sensitive under the Department of Transportation (DOT). Those assigned to these duties are required to possess and retain a California Class B Driver's License. Applicants who possess a Class B Driver’s License are highly desirable. Employees will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment when cleaning and removing property and performing other assignments. Must be willing and able to work irregular hours, including weekends and evenings on an occasional basis, as a condition of employment. Incumbents may be required to respond to emergency requests during and after work hours. Must be willing and able to perform work of a strenuous physical nature, including lifting up and carrying objects weighing up to 95 pounds. Selection Process All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application AND supplemental application form online. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of an original application. Applications must be submitted online. Click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide. The Human Resources Department and Public Works Agency will review all applications and those candidates who possess the most pertinent qualifications may be invited for an oral interview by the hiring agency. NOTE: Prior to appointment, a background records check and medical exam will be conducted. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation. Part-Time employees accrue paid sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked up to a maximum accrual of 6 days or 48 hours. Employees are eligible to use 3 days or 24 hours of accrued paid sick leave in a 12-month period. For additional information please visit the Department of Industrial Relations Website: www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/Paid_Sick_Leave.htm Closing Date/Time:
Description The City of Santa Ana is looking for individuals who are results-oriented, possess great attitude, demonstrate creativity and innovation, work efficiently, show a record of success and have a passion for public service. Having highly talented employees provides the best service to our community. This is a part-time position. The incumbents will work an average of 19 hours per week. Work schedule is to be determined. Applications received from this recruitment may be considered by Maintenance Services, Parks Services, or Water Services in the Public Works Department. Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To IF ASSIGNED TO MAINTENANCE SERVICES, DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: Under general supervision, performs concrete, asphalt, and general construction, maintenance, and repair activities of City streets, alleys, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, fences, and walls, including resurfacing and pouring sidewalks, curbs, and gutters; sealing cracks; applying applicable chemicals to surfaces; raking, compacting, and paving surfaces; and cleaning up work areas. Cleans City right-of-way by removing abandoned items, including homeless encampments, non-hazardous spills, and other debris. Operates, cleans and maintains vehicles and a variety of light to heavy construction and maintenance machinery and equipment, including those powered by pneumatic, gas and electric power. Operates, maintains, and stores power spray equipment and chemicals. Maintains and installs street markings and signage. Sets-up traffic safety devices and barricades. Performs tree services and weed abatement duties, which may require the use of tree chippers, chainsaws, and other gas-powered equipment and includes helping to lower tree limbs, trimming shrubs, pruning small trees and bushes, sectioning limbs, assisting in removing trees, and planting trees. Removes graffiti markings by paint or other chemical application. Maintains vehicles, storage sites, and other work areas. Prepares, lifts, moves, loads, and unloads objects and materials weighing up to 95 pounds.Maintains and records accurate work logs and documentation. Uses a computer or similar devices to input data and retrieve work orders for public service requests. Responds to emergency requests during and after work hours. Follows safe work practices, policies and procedures when performing work and operating equipment. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required. IF ASSIGNED TO PARKS SERVICES, DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: Assists Park Services employees at park facilities and properties by performing skilled construction and maintenance work. The improvements, repairs, or park services duties may include, but are not limited to the following: plumbing, heating and air conditioning, metal fabrication, carpentry, electrical, masonry, tile setting, horticulture, arboriculture, irrigation system programming/repair/auditing, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Assists Park Services employees by overseeing weekend operations, which may include reviewing or coordinating timely completion of duties performed by other part-time employees. Digs and backfills ditches and trenches. Lifts, moves and carries heavy objects weighing up to 95 pounds. Tools and equipment that may be used include, but are not limited to: power saws, sewer augers, welding equipment, test gauges, GPS/computer tablets, survey equipment, and other power equipment and tools. May operate small equipment such as backhoes, tractors, and air compressor powered equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. IF ASSIGNED TO WATER SERVICES, DUTIES MAY INCLUDE: Under general supervision, performs pick and shovel work on a variety of surfaces that may include, but not limited to: asphalt, concrete, unpaved streets, sidewalks and parkways. Loads and unloads supplies and materials that may include, but not limited to: stone, gravel, dirt, asphalt, timber, pipe, debris, construction materials, tools and equipment. Digs and backfills ditches and trenches; lifts, moves and carries heavy objects weighing up to 95 pounds. May operate small power equipment and drive small trucks. Duties may also include: assists in laying pipe; assists in installing water services, sewer main/laterals and cleaning sewer laterals. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Some experience involving construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks, water or sewer lines, or trees; maintenance and repair of involving plumbing, irrigation, aquatics, masonry, electrical, painting, air conditioning and heating (HVAC), horticulture, arboriculture, IPM and/or carpentry work and basic to intermediate skill in using a personal computer and software programs. Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: common tools and equipment used in construction, maintenance, and repair work, basic knowledge of safety precautions and practices in the operation of these common tools and equipment. Ability to: operate a computer; understand and follow specific oral and written instructions; perform strenuous manual tasks, often for extended periods and under occasionally adverse climatic conditions; operate standard transmission vehicles. Must be willing and able to perform work of a strenuous physical nature, including lifting up and carrying objects weighing up to 95 pounds. Skill in: the safe use of common tools and equipment used in a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair work. Special Requirements: Must possess and retain a valid California Class C Driver's License as a condition of employment. Some assignments will involve performing duties considered safety-sensitive under the Department of Transportation (DOT). Those assigned to these duties are required to possess and retain a California Class B Driver's License. Applicants who possess a Class B Driver’s License are highly desirable. Employees will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment when cleaning and removing property and performing other assignments. Must be willing and able to work irregular hours, including weekends and evenings on an occasional basis, as a condition of employment. Incumbents may be required to respond to emergency requests during and after work hours. Must be willing and able to perform work of a strenuous physical nature, including lifting up and carrying objects weighing up to 95 pounds. Selection Process All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application AND supplemental application form online. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of an original application. Applications must be submitted online. Click on the "Apply" link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide. The Human Resources Department and Public Works Agency will review all applications and those candidates who possess the most pertinent qualifications may be invited for an oral interview by the hiring agency. NOTE: Prior to appointment, a background records check and medical exam will be conducted. The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation. Part-Time employees accrue paid sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked up to a maximum accrual of 6 days or 48 hours. Employees are eligible to use 3 days or 24 hours of accrued paid sick leave in a 12-month period. For additional information please visit the Department of Industrial Relations Website: www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/Paid_Sick_Leave.htm Closing Date/Time:
PLACER COUNTY, CA
Auburn, California, United States
Introduction Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . POSITION INFORMATION This classification is scheduled to receive a general wage increase of 4.0% in July 2024. Placer County's D epartment of Public Works currently has two vacancies for Utility Service Worker. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing wastewater collection and water distribution systems. The ideal candidate will have previous experience performing maintenance on a variety of water and wastewater equipment and will be able to work both in a team environment and independently in the field. The eligible list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they arise, subject to position-specific requirements. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To install, maintain, repair and replace wastewater collection and water distribution systems; to maintain wastewater and water treatment and related facilities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the full journey level class within the Utility Service Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level. This class is distinguished from the Senior Utility Service Worker in that the latter performs complex and difficult work in sewer and water line maintenance, pump and motor maintenance and repair and exercises technical and functional supervision over maintenance and technical personnel. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from a Supervising Utility Service Worker and may receive technical and functional supervision from other maintenance or technical personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Locate, inspect and repair manholes; locate, test for and repair leaks in sewer and water lines; inspect sewer and water lines manually or by television, as appropriate; and inspect and repair manholes; and operate high pressure sewer line cleaning equipment to free plugged mains. Dig ditches and make excavations; backfill trenches and excavations; cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe; tap main lines and make new service connections. Clean sludge drying beds and haul sludge; clear and maintain drainage ditches; and perform maintenance on sewer ponds and at landfill site. Inspect, maintain, rebuild and repair pumps and electric motors, controls and alarms. Operate light and moderately heavy equipment such as dump trucks, boom trucks and backhoes; transport equipment and supplies to work sites; and load and unload equipment and supplies. Perform various building trades skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, masonry and welding in support of Utility Services functions. Perform traffic control including setting up and removal of signs and cones and flagging. Read and repair water meters; patch road pavement; may operate and repair snow removal equipment. Keep appropriate records. As Maintenance Worker perform variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in support of Utility Services program areas. When assigned to a wastewater treatment plant, maintain and repair mechanical, electrical and electronic systems; install and repair piping and valves; interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of responsible experience performing duties similar to those of a Maintenance Worker assigned to various program areas in Utility Services. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license may be required depending upon the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. Possession of certificate of training in use of self-contained breathing apparatus, to be obtained within three months of employment. Possession of Certificate in Wastewater Collection System Maintenance, Grade II, as issued by the California Water Environment Association is desirable . KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: General purpose of pumps, motors, meters and pipelines as used in construction and maintenance of sewage collection and water distribution systems. Principles and practices of work safety. Basic building trades including plumbing, carpentry and painting. Utility Services practices and procedures, especially as related to the utility maintenance functions. Methods, tools, materials and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of sewage collection and water distribution, including pipeline sizing and installation and pump and motor operation. Tools, materials, equipment and methods used in building trades activities. Vehicle codes and safety practices relevant to operating light and moderately heavy vehicles and equipment. Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment and systems; identify and locate equipment and tools; interpret work orders; remember equipment and tool location; remember street/road names and general geographic areas. Intermittently, sit while driving or completing forms or reports; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and reach when inspecting or repairing, digging or clearing and using various tools and equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation; distinguish colors used in coding electrical wires; hear pump and motor operation and alarms; regularly lift very heavy weight. Learn to maintain and repair plant mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, and piping and valves. Learn to interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Obtain information through interviews and dialogue; and deal fairly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively, and determine proper course of action. Safely and effectively perform duties and operate equipment in regular traffic areas. Work unusual and prolonged work schedules; work multiple shifts during emergencies, seasonally-caused circumstances, or special projects in varying climatic and temperature conditions. Use hand tools, rakes and shovels. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Independently maintain and repair plant mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, and piping and valves. Independently interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Operate various motorized light and moderately heavy equipment. Operate various power and air tools. Operate electric or electronic equipment related to utility maintenance functions, such as television cameras and various meters. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Janine Martindale, Administrative Technician, at jmartind@placer.ca.gov or at (530) 889-4083. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Introduction Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . POSITION INFORMATION This classification is scheduled to receive a general wage increase of 4.0% in July 2024. Placer County's D epartment of Public Works currently has two vacancies for Utility Service Worker. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing wastewater collection and water distribution systems. The ideal candidate will have previous experience performing maintenance on a variety of water and wastewater equipment and will be able to work both in a team environment and independently in the field. The eligible list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they arise, subject to position-specific requirements. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To install, maintain, repair and replace wastewater collection and water distribution systems; to maintain wastewater and water treatment and related facilities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the full journey level class within the Utility Service Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level. This class is distinguished from the Senior Utility Service Worker in that the latter performs complex and difficult work in sewer and water line maintenance, pump and motor maintenance and repair and exercises technical and functional supervision over maintenance and technical personnel. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from a Supervising Utility Service Worker and may receive technical and functional supervision from other maintenance or technical personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Locate, inspect and repair manholes; locate, test for and repair leaks in sewer and water lines; inspect sewer and water lines manually or by television, as appropriate; and inspect and repair manholes; and operate high pressure sewer line cleaning equipment to free plugged mains. Dig ditches and make excavations; backfill trenches and excavations; cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe; tap main lines and make new service connections. Clean sludge drying beds and haul sludge; clear and maintain drainage ditches; and perform maintenance on sewer ponds and at landfill site. Inspect, maintain, rebuild and repair pumps and electric motors, controls and alarms. Operate light and moderately heavy equipment such as dump trucks, boom trucks and backhoes; transport equipment and supplies to work sites; and load and unload equipment and supplies. Perform various building trades skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, masonry and welding in support of Utility Services functions. Perform traffic control including setting up and removal of signs and cones and flagging. Read and repair water meters; patch road pavement; may operate and repair snow removal equipment. Keep appropriate records. As Maintenance Worker perform variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in support of Utility Services program areas. When assigned to a wastewater treatment plant, maintain and repair mechanical, electrical and electronic systems; install and repair piping and valves; interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of responsible experience performing duties similar to those of a Maintenance Worker assigned to various program areas in Utility Services. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license may be required depending upon the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. Possession of certificate of training in use of self-contained breathing apparatus, to be obtained within three months of employment. Possession of Certificate in Wastewater Collection System Maintenance, Grade II, as issued by the California Water Environment Association is desirable . KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: General purpose of pumps, motors, meters and pipelines as used in construction and maintenance of sewage collection and water distribution systems. Principles and practices of work safety. Basic building trades including plumbing, carpentry and painting. Utility Services practices and procedures, especially as related to the utility maintenance functions. Methods, tools, materials and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of sewage collection and water distribution, including pipeline sizing and installation and pump and motor operation. Tools, materials, equipment and methods used in building trades activities. Vehicle codes and safety practices relevant to operating light and moderately heavy vehicles and equipment. Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment and systems; identify and locate equipment and tools; interpret work orders; remember equipment and tool location; remember street/road names and general geographic areas. Intermittently, sit while driving or completing forms or reports; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and reach when inspecting or repairing, digging or clearing and using various tools and equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation; distinguish colors used in coding electrical wires; hear pump and motor operation and alarms; regularly lift very heavy weight. Learn to maintain and repair plant mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, and piping and valves. Learn to interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Obtain information through interviews and dialogue; and deal fairly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively, and determine proper course of action. Safely and effectively perform duties and operate equipment in regular traffic areas. Work unusual and prolonged work schedules; work multiple shifts during emergencies, seasonally-caused circumstances, or special projects in varying climatic and temperature conditions. Use hand tools, rakes and shovels. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Independently maintain and repair plant mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, and piping and valves. Independently interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Operate various motorized light and moderately heavy equipment. Operate various power and air tools. Operate electric or electronic equipment related to utility maintenance functions, such as television cameras and various meters. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Janine Martindale, Administrative Technician, at jmartind@placer.ca.gov or at (530) 889-4083. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled