About the City of Moorpark  “Life can be this good!”    If you are seeking a career in government where you can make a difference in the community and be part of a positive work culture that supports professional development, join our team at the City of Moorpark, the 3rd Safest City in California!    We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package comprised of 90% City-paid health insurance for employee and dependents, 100% City-paid dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance for employee and dependents, CalPERS retirement, 2% City contribution of employee gross salary to deferred compensation, annual leave bank, 11 ½ paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement, and work/life balance (e.g., flexible work schedule/remote work, some 9/80 schedules). See and review the benefits tab above for more details.  Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is     “Strive to preserve and improve the quality of life in Moorpark.”    Below are some employee comments on why they like working for the City of Moorpark:    “As a parent, I like the flexible schedule. I can start at 7:00 am and be done earlier in the afternoon to be with my children.”  “There is teamwork in my department. When I need help, there is always someone there to assist me.”  “I like the All-Employee Meeting. The food is always good, and the City Manager gives updates on what is happening. We play games and recognize employees.”  “I like working with professionals who are trying to do their best for the City.”  “Flexibility in my schedule and easy-going employees. When I started, there was always someone in the department who knew what to do and I could always go to them for assistance. The processes and procedures are written down.”  Be a part of the exciting things happening in Moorpark. Some of our current projects include: revitalizing of our historic High Street in downtown Moorpark, improving Princeton Avenue with a large Public Works project, planning for a new library, and facilitating the development of over 2,000 new housing units. Here at City Hall, we have a mentorship program, an Employee Engagement Team, and we celebrate and recognize employees every quarter.    The Maintenance Worker I – Facilities Position  Maintenance Worker I is the entry-level class in the Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker II by the absence of directly related experience and requiring training to complete the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series such as maintenance and repair of City streets and streetscapes, parks, City buildings or other facilities. This position receives immediate supervision from supervisory, management or higher-level maintenance staff, and is not overtime exempt. The City has the discretion to make occasional adjustments of the work week, work day or hours for this position to serve the interest of the City's operation and mission. This is a continuous recruitment open until a qualified candidate is selected and may close at any time. Prompt application submission is encouraged.   The first review of applications will be: 2/26/2024

Essential Functions
1. Maintain City facilities and other areas as assigned.
2. Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to buildings, fixtures, and equipment as needed; paint and remove graffiti; inspect security lighting; maintain HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems.
3. May perform custodial duties including cleaning restrooms and offices; dust office machines; empty and clean trash receptacles; sweep and scrub building floors; vacuum traffic areas; spot clean and shampoo carpets; dust, polish and clean office furniture, tables, shelves, cabinets and woodwork; dust and wash light fixtures; clean upholstery, sofas and chairs; clean interior and exterior windows, blinds and glass doors; clean, disinfect and polish plumbing fixtures, counter tops and other stainless-steel fixtures; close and secure buildings.
4. Clean ramps, stairwells, sidewalks, patios, and breezeways.
5. Move and install office furniture and partitions; hang clocks, artwork, and displays; coordinate the relocation of city staff and provide assistance as needed.
6. Operate a variety of custodial and maintenance equipment, including power and hand tools, high and low speed floor buffers, carpet cleaners, vacuums and extractors, power sanders, drills, air compressors, paint sprayers, sewer augers, and various tools required for custodial and building maintenance.
7. Inventory supplies and equipment; restock toiletries and supplies; replace burned-out light bulbs.
8. Repair and replace plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, faucets and pipes; repair water lines and clear obstructions from sewer lines.
9. Set up tables, chairs and other equipment for daily activities and programs; move and arrange furniture and equipment for special events, rentals, and projects.
10. Adjust heating and air conditioning thermostats.
11. Replace electrical switches, light fixtures, and ballasts; perform other minor electrical repairs.
12. Repair and adjust locks, doors, and door closers.
13. Clean and repair rain gutters; climb ladders, climb onto roofs and under buildings.
14. Maintain parking lot signs; replace stop, parking, and other related signs.

Knowledge of:

• Facilities maintenance.
• HVAC systems.
• Plumbing and electrical.
• Equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Safety rules when crossing streets.
• Basic first aid methods and techniques.

Ability to:

• Learn methods and techniques of general construction, maintenance, and repair related to the area of work assigned.
• Learn to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, construction, and repair work in the area of work assigned.
• Learn to operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Maintain mental capacity, which allows for effective interaction and communication with others.
• Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:
Knowledge of facilities maintenance including HVAC systems, plumbing and electrical.
One year of experience performing maintenance work is desirable.
Training:
Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.
License or Certificate:
Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
Working Conditions
Environmental Conditions: Field environment; frequent exposure to outside atmospheric conditions; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases or other atmospheric conditions that may affect the respiratory system, eyes or skin; work around moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools or machinery; work in high, exposed places; work on slippery or uneven surfaces.

Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, or walking for prolonged periods of time; travel to various locations; operating motorized vehicles; medium to heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; climbing; balancing; stooping; kneeling; crouching; crawling; reaching; handling; use of fingers; talking; hearing; near and far acuity; depth perception. The additional essential functions for performance of crossing guard duties include repetitive light lifting of a "Stop" sign in a raised position above the head with either arm; clear vision of 20/40 minimum with no color blindness; hearing sufficient to discern approaching vehicles, children, adults, or other moving objects across a frequency range from 500 hertz (Hz) to 3,000 Hz with or without a hearing aid; frequent stepping up and down from a curb; ability to walk a minimum of 70 feet within 12 seconds; and ability to grasp and restrain children from moving into an unsafe area.