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PT General Manual - Parks Maintenance Worker Trainee

City of Lompoc, CA

Lompoc, CA | Full Time

$56k-75k (estimate)

2 Months Ago

PT General Manual - Parks Maintenance Worker Trainee

$56k-75k (estimate)

Full Time 2 Months Ago

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City of Lompoc, CA is Hiring a PT General Manual - Parks Maintenance Worker Trainee Near Lompoc, CA

DEFINITION/SELECTION PROCESS

CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENTS ARE generally for PART-TIME, TEMPORARY OR "ON-CALL" positions. These positions are non-benefited.
The Parks Division continuously seeks candidates for the position of PT General (Manual) - Maintenance Worker Trainee. However, there may not be any current openings.
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The City reserves the right to stop accepting applications prior to the posted deadline, if sufficient number of qualified applications are received. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. The recruitment is officially closed once it has been removed from the City's website.

The class of Maintenance Worker Trainee is an unskilled labor class; incumbents will assist skilled workers in performance of their duties and learn to perform semi-skilled work under close supervision. Under close supervision, perform unskilled maintenance duties in the construction, repair and maintenance of buildings, facilities, parks and public works projects; learn and acquire knowledge and skills in these areas; and perform other specifically related work as required.

EXAMINATION PROCESS: Based upon screening of the City application, résumé, and responses to supplemental questions, applicants whose qualifications best meet the requirements of the position will be invited to the examination process. This process may include, but is not limited to, written examination and/or interview. Those candidates who pass the examination process are placed on an eligibility list from which the final selection will be made.

SELECTION PROCESS: As authorized by City policy, applicants being considered for hire in this position are subject to fingerprinting for purposes of investigating criminal history background, as part of the employment screening process. Appointment is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination (based upon job-related physical standards) by a City-designated physician.

Failure in any one part of the examination or selection processes will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The following duties are typical of this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the duties and/or may be required to perform specific additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Perform a wide variety of unskilled manual labor tasks under close supervision. Specific assignments may include:

Parks: Assist with trash pickup, restroom maintenance, mowing and edging, landscape maintenance, routine carpentry, painting, masonry, sprinkler system repair, cleaning and maintenance of tools; and learn operation of related equipment, appropriate techniques and procedures for park maintenance.

If you are unable to perform the essential functions of the position for which you are applying, either with or without reasonable accommodation, please notify Human Resources at (805) 875-8208.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Include any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position. The typical qualifying entrance background is:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform unskilled manual labor while learning semi-skilled maintenance duties; which would include reasonable physical condition and demonstrated ability to perform manual labor.

LICENSE REQUIRED: Possession of a valid and appropriate California driver's license. Some divisions may require a class "B" driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE OF: Basic tools, equipment and materials used in maintenance work; and basic safety precautions and procedures.

ABILITY TO: Perform manual/physical labor; learn to use/operate tools and equipment in specific work area; learn and follow specific procedures; read and follow instructions on equipment and product labels; operate vehicles observing legal and defensive driving practices; and establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL DEMANDS: The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL: Strength: Heavy-exert force of 50-100 pounds occasionally to frequently, depending on assignment, 25-50 pounds frequently, or 10-20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push pull or move objects. Frequent standing, walking. Occasional sitting, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, twisting at the waist, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching at, above and below shoulder level, handling, gripping, grasping. On rare occasion crawling, fingering, typing, climbing scaffolding. Vision: visual acuity which could be corrected sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position; average depth perception needed. Hearing: effectively hear/comprehend oral instructions, communication, and equipment noise.
MENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL: Work cooperatively and interact appropriately with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public; read simple materials; utilize simple math skills; utilize simple writing skills; understand, remember and carry out simple job instructions; respond quickly to changing priorities; communicate effectively orally; work under pressure; work within deadlines.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Works both indoors and outdoors, but more frequently outdoors. Depending on assignment, may occasionally be exposed to extreme temperatures; may work around machinery from occasionally to constantly; may be exposed to dust, fumes, gases or odors from occasionally to frequently; may be exposed to chemicals from occasionally to frequently; may be exposed to excessive noises from occasionally to frequently; may be exposed to electrical energy from rarely to occasionally; may be exposed to solvents, grease or oil from occasionally to frequently; occasionally exposed to slippery or uneven walking surfaces; on rare occasion may work with explosives, be exposed to flames or smoke, use a computer. May drive motorized equipment/vehicles from occasionally to constantly. Works with others constantly. May work alone from occasionally to frequently.

The information herein does not either constitute an expressed or implied contract. These provisions are subject to change without notice.

Incumbents in this job class are subject to the City's Personnel Rules, Procedures, and Policies. Benefits include the following:

Bilingual Pay: Individuals determined to be in an eligible position and qualified by the City will be eligible for bilingual pay.

Deferred Compensation: The City encourages and supports employee enrollment in either MissionSquare or CalPERS deferred compensation plan. Employees may contribute up to the maximum amount according to the IRS Retirement Plan Contribution Limits.

Dental Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following six complete months of employment, the employee and dependents are eligible for insurance; the City contributes a substantial amount of the premium for the employee and dependents.

Health Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following appointment, the employee and dependents are eligible for insurance; the City contributes a substantial amount of the premium for the employee and dependents. Employees can select from a three (3) Blue Shield plans.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Employees of the City of Lompoc are eligible to receive EAP services administered by Managed Health Network (MHN). Employee, spouse, and eligible dependents are entitled to receive five (5) sessions per family member, per incident. Services include counseling for various reasons/needs.

Holidays: Thirteen (13) days per year.

Life Insurance: The City provides life insurance in the amount equivalent to two years' annual salary up to a maximum of $300,000. The premium is paid entirely by the City. Employees are eligible for enrollment after the first day following six (6) months continuous employment. Additional coverage for employee is available at group rates.

Long-Term Disability Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following six (6) months of continuous employment, the employee is eligible for insurance. The City pays 100% of the premium.

Retirement: Third Tier - Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are covered by California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% at age 62 formula. Employees pay 50% of the normal cost of the member's contribution as prescribed by PEPRA. Final compensation is the average for the highest 36 consecutive months.
Second Tier - Employees hired after November 19, 2011 and before January 1, 2013 are covered by California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2% at age 60 formula. An eight percent (8%) member's contribution is paid by the employee. Final compensation is the average for the highest 36 consecutive months.

First Tier - Employees hired prior to November 19, 2011 are covered by California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) 2.7% at age 55 formula with 1959 survivor's benefit. Final compensation is the average for the highest 12 consecutive months. The ten percent (10%) member's contribution is paid by the employee.

Social Security: As a City of Lompoc employee, your earnings are not covered by Social Security. Under the Social Security law, there are two ways your Social Security Benefit amount earned under previous employers may be affected, "Windfall Elimination Provision" and "Government Pension Offset Provision." FOR MORE INFORMATION, please visit http://www.socialsecurity.gov. You may also call 1-800-772-1213 or for the deaf or hard of hearing, call the TTY number 1-800-325-0778, or you may contact your local Social Security Office.

Section 125 Tax Deferral: Program used for out-of-pocket health premiums, medical costs not covered under health plan, and day care/elder care.

Sick Leave: Commencing at the time of appointment, sick leave benefits accrue at a bi-weekly rate and the employee is eligible to use those benefits reflected as their sick leave balance; accrual rate is 12 days/year.

Tuition Reimbursement: The City will provide tuition reimbursement for college courses in accordance with Personnel Procedures Manual Chapter 43 "Tuition Reimbursement for College/University Courses." (Course syllabus and receipts identifying books purchased are required for books).

Vacation: Commencing at the time of appointment, vacation leave benefits accrue at a bi-weekly rate based upon length of employment. Employees are eligible to use vacation leave following completion of six months employment and accrue 10 days per year, which increases to 21 days based on years of service.