Maintenance Worker III - Promotional

Position Information

This recruitment is promotional only. You must presently be a full or part-time regular or probationary County of Sonoma, Community Development Commission, Sonoma County Fairgrounds, or Sonoma County Water Agency employee in order to apply for this position.

The Sonoma Public Infrastructure (SPI) Department has requested a department promotional certification to fill a Maintenance Worker III position. Only qualified permanent and/or probationary SPI employees on the eligible list may be eligible for referral to the department for the advertised position . This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time or part-time positions as they occur during the active status of the list.

As a Maintenance Worker III, you will complete a variety of skilled public works road construction and maintenance projects that require the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, light machines, and power tools such as motor graders, backhoes, bulldozers, loaders, large self-propelled rollers, diesel trucks, street sweepers, compactors, low-boy semi-trailers, excavators, and similar heavy equipment. They are also responsible for:

• Interpreting grade stakes in order to make cuts, fills, slopes, banks, and stations
• Assisting Maintenance Supervisors in marking out job sites using grade stakes
• Completing daily time, work orders/requests, and material logs with the timekeeping program (currently UKG) and Lucity software or similar programs
• Training Maintenance Worker Is and IIs in the safe operation of handheld tools, power tools, and equipment
• Backing up the supervisor, as needed
• Gathering materials and tools for the day's work
• Assigning crew to their tasks for the job
• Conducting daily tailgate meetings

The ideal candidate for this position is a self-starter with empathy, tact, and patience, and will possess many of the following:

• Training in the safe and correct operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, and a commitment to ensuring their team is working safely
• Knowledge of the road system and assessment guide, and the ability to take corrective actions to address road hazards and document work according to guidelines
• A strong work ethic, sound judgment, and a common-sense approach to resolving challenges
• Experience in effectively using computer software, including Microsoft Outlook, Lucity, and UKG or other similar programs
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with others
• Various training certifications such as confined space, forklift, trench safety, etc.

Note: A valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class A CDL) with a minimum of a Tanker Endorsement is required for this position.

Working Conditions: Duties require sitting, standing, walking on level, sloped, and slippery surfaces at various heights, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, crawling, squatting, crouching, and grasping. Conditions also require the need to lift, carry, and push equipment, materials, and supplies weighing up to 100 pounds. Incumbents are required to be available for after-hours emergency response; work in close proximity to moving traffic; and work in all weather conditions, including rain, cold, heat, fumes, dust, and other air contaminants that may cause eye and skin irritation. The nature of the work also requires incumbents to climb ladders, operate personnel lifts, and work in confined spaces; handle noise-producing tools and equipment; and drive a motorized vehicle. Under the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, incumbents will be subject to random drug testing if they operate vehicles and/or equipment that require DOT testing.

Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire be completed.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and training which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, this would include:

Experience and Education: Three years of experience in public works or road construction and maintenance work, at least one year of which included training in the safe and correct operation and maintenance of heavy equipment.

Special Qualification: Incumbents assigned to operate the crane must possess a valid Crane Operator Certification pursuant to the California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Section 5006.1.

License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of: methods, materials, occupational hazards and safety procedures and tools used in public works, road construction and maintenance; safe and correct operation and preventive maintenance of heavy and light equipment, machines and power tools.

Ability to: perform a variety of semi-skilled manual maintenance and construction tasks for extended periods and under unfavorable weather conditions; understand and follow oral and written instructions; safely and correctly operate heavy equipment and light motorized machines; work effectively with others; accurately complete report forms; demonstrate physical strength, endurance and mechanical aptitude; read and write English at a level appropriate for successful job performance; perform basic arithmetic calculations.

Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying

• Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
• You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
• You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
• Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.

Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.

Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire be completed.

Responses to supplemental questions may be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored.

The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:

An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) may be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions.

Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.

Additional Information

A background investigation may be required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.

Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org . Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.

The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

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Important Note: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.

County of Sonoma Benefits: General*

These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:

Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.

Health Plan: Choose from nine health plans (three HMOs, three deductible HMOs, and three HSA-qualifying plans) with a generous County contribution to the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit). For more information, please see the appropriate MOU.

Retirement: Fully integrated with Social Security. For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired .

IRS 457 Plan: Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

Retiree Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.

Student Loan Debt Relief: County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.

Plus, excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.

For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331. Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at Labor Agreements & Salary Resolution . For specific information about health and welfare benefits, including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts, go to Human Resources or contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonomacounty.gov or (707) 565-2900.

*Important Notes: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 8/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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