What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE REPAIR TECHNICIAN I position at City of Stockton, CA?
DEFINITION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: Week of June 15, 2027 (Candidates may be required to appear in person for the examination.)
The City of Stockton is currently seeking to fill two (2) Maintenance Repair Technician I vacancies in the Public Works Department. The incumbent will typically work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 6:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Fridays, with every other Friday off. The incumbent in this position may be required to work overtime as needed by the department.
Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status, and are represented by the Trades and Maintenance Bargaining Unit. (Classified/Represented)
This list may be used to fill future vacancies.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a medical examination, to include a back evaluation, and a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.
Veteran's Preference
This position is eligible to receive Veteran's Preference Points for entrance into the Civil Service. Veteran's Preference will not be granted on the promotional list. If you believe you may qualify for Veteran's Preference, a DD-214 Member 4 copy indicating at least 181 consecutive days of service must be received in the Human Resources office (see supplemental questionnaire for details in submitting DD-214 copy) prior to the final closing date.
Under general and direct supervision, performs both routine and skilled heavy, physical work in performing a variety of duties such as installation, maintenance and repair of streets, public right-of-way, City facilities, traffic control devices, traffic signals, streetlights and parking meters; operates trucks and a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to the work; may work independently using various methods of graffiti abatement and removal; perform related work as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Maintenance Repair Technician I is the entry-level class in this maintenance repair technician series. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn to perform routine, basic maintenance and repair of streets; traffic control painting and sign work; installation, repair and maintenance of parking meters, traffic signals, street lighting; and graffiti abatement. This class is alternately staffed with Maintenance Repair Technician II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after successfully completing a one (1) year probationary period and gaining one (1) additional year of experience, and completion of a combination of job-related training courses and demonstration of basic on-the-job performance proficiency and competency in work areas that may include, but not limited to the installation, maintenance and repair of streets, public right-of-way, City facilities, traffic control devices, traffic signals, streetlights, and parking meters.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
Click here for the complete job description of Maintenance Repair Technician I.
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
Maintenance Repair Technician I: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent, and six (6) months of work experience as a laborer in construction or maintenance work. Work experience and/or training in work zone safety are desirable.
Other Requirements
Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include a written examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.
Note
BARGAINING UNIT: OPERATING ENGINEERS' LOCAL 3 - TRADES & MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect, click here to view a link to the "Trades and Maintenance Unit" contract.
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The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions.
Do you possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
Do you possess, or are you able to obtain prior to appointment, a valid California Class "C" drivers license?
Do you possess a minimum of six (6) months of work experience as a laborer in construction or maintenance work?
If "Yes", the employment history entered on the application must reflect that you meet this requirement.
Do you possess work experience and/or training in work zone safety?
If "Yes", the employment history entered on the application must reflect that you meet this requirement.
Incumbents in this position must obtain and maintain a California Class "A" driver's license within one (1) year of appointment as a condition of employment. Do you understand and meet this requirement?
Incumbents in this position must possess strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds and perform sustained physical labor. Do you understand and meet this requirement?
Prior to appointment, this position requires all eligible candidates to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include a California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance, civilian background check conducted by Stockton Police Department, and a back evaluation or medical exam (the City of Stockton will pay all fingerprinting and evaluation costs).
Do you understand and meet this requirement?
Incumbents in this position must be willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions and work in confined spaces with exposure to heavy traffic and other potentially hazardous substances. Do you understand and meet this requirement?
Incumbents in this position must be willing to work overtime and off-hours shifts in emergency situations.
Do you understand and meet this requirement?
Do you wish to apply for Veteran's Preference?
If "Yes", I Understand That I Must Provide The City Of Stockton a Copy Of My DD-214, Member 4 Form, Indicating Duration And Character Of Service. This Must Be Submitted No Later Than Final Closing Date. Please Indicate How You Will Be Submitting Your DD-214 Via One Of The Following Methods
Do you possess any street maintenance (i.e., crack sealing, pothole repairs, skin patching, etc) experience? If you possess this experience please describe when and where you obtained this experience, and the equipment used. If you do not any relevant experience, please answer N/A.
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Do you possess any traffic device (i.e., roadway signs, striping, etc) experience? If so, describe where and when you obtained this experience, and the type of equipment used. If you do not possess any relevant experience, please answer N/A.
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: Week of June 15, 2027 (Candidates may be required to appear in person for the examination.)
The City of Stockton is currently seeking to fill two (2) Maintenance Repair Technician I vacancies in the Public Works Department. The incumbent will typically work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 6:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Fridays, with every other Friday off. The incumbent in this position may be required to work overtime as needed by the department.
Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status, and are represented by the Trades and Maintenance Bargaining Unit. (Classified/Represented)
This list may be used to fill future vacancies.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a medical examination, to include a back evaluation, and a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.
Veteran's Preference
This position is eligible to receive Veteran's Preference Points for entrance into the Civil Service. Veteran's Preference will not be granted on the promotional list. If you believe you may qualify for Veteran's Preference, a DD-214 Member 4 copy indicating at least 181 consecutive days of service must be received in the Human Resources office (see supplemental questionnaire for details in submitting DD-214 copy) prior to the final closing date.
Under general and direct supervision, performs both routine and skilled heavy, physical work in performing a variety of duties such as installation, maintenance and repair of streets, public right-of-way, City facilities, traffic control devices, traffic signals, streetlights and parking meters; operates trucks and a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to the work; may work independently using various methods of graffiti abatement and removal; perform related work as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Maintenance Repair Technician I is the entry-level class in this maintenance repair technician series. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents learn to perform routine, basic maintenance and repair of streets; traffic control painting and sign work; installation, repair and maintenance of parking meters, traffic signals, street lighting; and graffiti abatement. This class is alternately staffed with Maintenance Repair Technician II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after successfully completing a one (1) year probationary period and gaining one (1) additional year of experience, and completion of a combination of job-related training courses and demonstration of basic on-the-job performance proficiency and competency in work areas that may include, but not limited to the installation, maintenance and repair of streets, public right-of-way, City facilities, traffic control devices, traffic signals, streetlights, and parking meters.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
Click here for the complete job description of Maintenance Repair Technician I.
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
Maintenance Repair Technician I: Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent, and six (6) months of work experience as a laborer in construction or maintenance work. Work experience and/or training in work zone safety are desirable.
Other Requirements
- Must possess a current, valid California Class C driver's license at time of appointment and maintained at all times thereafter.
- Must obtain and maintain a Class A California driver's license within one (1) year of appointment to the position of Maintenance Repair Technician I for continued employment. Endorsements T and N are desirable.
- Must possess strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds and to perform sustained physical labor.
- Must be willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions and work in confined spaces with exposure to heavy traffic and other potentially hazardous substances.
- Must be willing to work overtime and off-hours shifts in emergency situations.
Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include a written examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.
Note
- After online submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notice as proof of filing.
- Notices and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is received.
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BARGAINING UNIT: OPERATING ENGINEERS' LOCAL 3 - TRADES & MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect, click here to view a link to the "Trades and Maintenance Unit" contract.
01
The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions.
- I certify that the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.
Do you possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
- Yes
- No
Do you possess, or are you able to obtain prior to appointment, a valid California Class "C" drivers license?
- Yes
- No
Do you possess a minimum of six (6) months of work experience as a laborer in construction or maintenance work?
If "Yes", the employment history entered on the application must reflect that you meet this requirement.
- Yes
- No
Do you possess work experience and/or training in work zone safety?
If "Yes", the employment history entered on the application must reflect that you meet this requirement.
- Yes
- No
Incumbents in this position must obtain and maintain a California Class "A" driver's license within one (1) year of appointment as a condition of employment. Do you understand and meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
Incumbents in this position must possess strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds and perform sustained physical labor. Do you understand and meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
Prior to appointment, this position requires all eligible candidates to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include a California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance, civilian background check conducted by Stockton Police Department, and a back evaluation or medical exam (the City of Stockton will pay all fingerprinting and evaluation costs).
Do you understand and meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
Incumbents in this position must be willing to work out of doors in all weather conditions and work in confined spaces with exposure to heavy traffic and other potentially hazardous substances. Do you understand and meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
Incumbents in this position must be willing to work overtime and off-hours shifts in emergency situations.
Do you understand and meet this requirement?
- Yes
- No
Do you wish to apply for Veteran's Preference?
- Yes
- No
If "Yes", I Understand That I Must Provide The City Of Stockton a Copy Of My DD-214, Member 4 Form, Indicating Duration And Character Of Service. This Must Be Submitted No Later Than Final Closing Date. Please Indicate How You Will Be Submitting Your DD-214 Via One Of The Following Methods
- Scan/attach to online application. (Preferred)
- Email to susan.donohue@stockonca.gov (Include "MRT I - DD214" in the subject line).
- Not applicable
Do you possess any street maintenance (i.e., crack sealing, pothole repairs, skin patching, etc) experience? If you possess this experience please describe when and where you obtained this experience, and the equipment used. If you do not any relevant experience, please answer N/A.
14
Do you possess any traffic device (i.e., roadway signs, striping, etc) experience? If so, describe where and when you obtained this experience, and the type of equipment used. If you do not possess any relevant experience, please answer N/A.
- Required Question