Part-Time Public Works Utilities Aide (20652036)

Category: Public Works Maintenance

Region: Ventura County

Job Type: Part-Time

Close Date: Until filled

Salary: $20.00-$24.00 Hourly

1993 Rancho Conejo Blvd, Newbury Park, 91320

Highlights of the position:

• Make a direct impact on your community
• Wastewater: Be part of the division responsible for inspecting, cleaning, repairing, and maintaining 415 miles of wastewater collection mains, 8,300 manholes, and lift stations
• Water: Be part of the division responsible for the operation and maintenance of the 16 reservoirs of water storage, 16 pump stations, 230 miles of water mains, 1,900 fire hydrants, and 17,200 water service connections
• Opportunity to work in a team environment and interact regularly with multiple divisions within the Public Works department

The City of Thousand Oaks is currently accepting applications to fill 3 part-time openings in the Public Works department: 2 in our Water division and 1 in our Wastewater division. Under supervision, the Public Works Utilities Aide (Hourly City Worker) will perform a variety of duties in support of Public Works staff.

Part-time work schedules are approximately 20-25 hour per week and may not exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsibilities vary based on the division.

Water:

Assist with a variety of routine assignments and day-to-day tasks under the guidance of the Public Works utilities maintenance team, including:

• Fire hydrant maintenance
• Valve exercise program
• Air-Vac and blow-off maintenance
• Maintenance at the Municipal Service Center (MSC)'s pump station and reservoirs
• Inputting data into the MSC's work order system, MaintStar
• Meter reading, changing out meter registers and cellular endpoints, and moving to an AMI reading system

Wastewater:

Assist with a variety of routine assignments and day-to-day tasks under the guidance of the Public Works utilities maintenance team, including:

• Hydro cleaning maintenance
• CCTV inspections
• Canyon inspections
• Maintenance hole inspections
• Lift station maintenance
• Entering maintenance activity data into GIS, MaintStar, ArcGIS, and WinCan systems

Job Video Link URL: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHWOYPo4vs0

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• A team player approach - be a self-starter and take initiative on assignments and tasks
• Strong work ethic - be dependable, flexible, and willing to take on varying assignments and tasks
• Basic knowledge of safe work practices around traffic, construction sites, and in industrial settings
• Ability to learn quickly
• Some experience in utility or public works-related maintenance and construction work
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, including excellent customer service skills
• Ability to perform manual labor - lifting, carrying, and pushing tools, equipment, and supplies; climbing ladders; and utilizing power tools may be necessary for conducting field work
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent
• A valid Class C driver's license 

Other Essential Attributes:

• Customer-Focused
• Technically Knowledgable
• Planner and Organizer
• Results Oriented
• Accountable
• Flexible/Adaptable

FILING DEADLINE: Recruitment may close at any time. Open until a sufficient number of qualified applicants has been received.

First review of candidates: Tuesday, October 14th, 2025

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position.

Additional information about the City is available on our website at www.toaks.gov.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:  The City of Thousand Oaks makes reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in the selection process. If you wish to request an accommodation in order to participate in the selection process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the final filing date. Applicants requesting an accommodation should document the request including the type and extent of accommodations requested to participate in the selection process and/or perform the duties of the job for which applied.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: In order to qualify for Veteran’s Preference a Form DD214, or other acceptable proof of service, must be submitted by the deadline date/time noted in the job announcement. Any veteran who has successfully completed all phases of a selection process for employment with the City shall be granted a final interview regardless of his or her ranking on the eligibility list, providing he/she meets the criteria for an eligible veteran.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.