Service Maintenance Trainee/Worker
Full Time
United States
$3,713 - $5,663 a month
Posted
Job description
Class Title
Service Maintenance Trainee/Worker
Class Code
189-190
Salary
$3,713.00 - $5,663.00 Monthly
Basic Function
Under supervision, the Service Maintenance Trainee/Worker performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled assignments in the construction, maintenance and repair of City streets and storm drains and performs related duties as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Service Maintenance Trainee is the entry and training level classification of the service field operations series. Under supervision and in a training capacity, incumbents are assigned routine, semiskilled maintenance tasks while learning the broad range of duties in the construction and maintenance trades as necessary for the Streets and Traffic Maintenance division of the Public Works Department. Incumbents generally work as a member of a crew, but may be given independent assignments. This class is alternately staffed with the Service Maintenance Worker, and incumbents may advance to the higher-level class after gaining experience, and demonstrating proficiency that meet the qualifications for the higher-level classification.
Service Maintenance Worker is the fully trained working-level classification in the service field operations series. Under general supervision, incumbents perform a broad range of duties in the basic construction and maintenance trades as necessary. Incumbents generally work as a member of a crew, but may be given independent assignments and may, under direction, lead a small crew of Maintenance Workers/Trainees or temporary workers and assist with training. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Senior Service Maintenance Worker in that the latter classification is responsible for technical and functional direction over an assigned crew and performs tasks which require the application of a more advanced skill or specialized knowledge of the techniques and tools used in service maintenance or which require the regular use of specialized equipment.
Typical Duties
(May include, but are not limited, to those duties listed below.)
- Patching street potholes by loading and operating hot asphalt truck, preparing surfaces, and laying asphalt.
- Constructing and repairing sidewalks, curbs, gutters, catch basins, storm drains, manholes and retaining walls.
- Constructing and repairing barricades, barricade flashers, guardrails, fences and other structures.
- Applying asphalt overlays to street sections.
- Assembling, installing and repairing street signs and traffic meter posts.
- Laying out and painting new and faded pavement markings.
- Mixing and applying paint and epoxy.
- Shovels, rakes and spreads dirt, sand, gravel, asphalt and other materials.
- Clears debris, brush and weeds from ditches, culverts and other City facilities.
- Participates in digging, widening and backfilling trenches and other excavations.
- Loads, unloads and operates pick-ups and trucks to transport maintenance supplies and materials.
- Places traffic control flags, signs and cones to direct traffic around work sites; may direct traffic.
- Uses general carpentry and mechanical hand tools such as brooms, rakes, shovels, ladders, hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, saws, drills and wrenches.
- Operates equipment such as air compressors, pneumatic hammers, powder activated hammers, chain saws, concrete saws, pipe cutters, sprayers, compactors, forklifts, rollers, backhoes, skidsteer loaders, and trucks.
- Performs routine maintenance and repair of hand and power tools.
- Breaks up and patches asphalt and concrete surfaces.
- Tactfully responds to questions and comments from the public.
- Responsible for the safe operation of equipment and tools used.
- May prepare and keep written or computerized records and make material and equipment requests.
- May occasionally perform simple fabrication and repair of equipment, tools, and parts.
- May be required to perform duties related to confined space entry and rescue.
- Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, climbing, crouching, crawling, balancing, grasping, pushing, pulling, working overhead, making repetitive hand movement, using both hands and both feet, distinguishing by touch and working with finger dexterity in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires talking and hearing; plus near, far and color vision when performing work and operating assigned equipment. The ability to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds is required. The incumbent works outdoors in all weather conditions, occasionally in temperatures above 100 degrees. The working environment has constant noise and subjects the incumbent to vibration. Work takes place on slippery and uneven surfaces, around machinery with moving parts or stationery equipment, around moving objects or vehicles, and occasionally on ladders or scaffolding, and below ground. In the course of work, the incumbent may risk skin and air exposure to solvents, grease, oils, diesel, synthetic diesel, fumes, dust, and silica. May be exposed to biohazards and/or hazardous chemicals. The work occasionally includes working with hands in water. The incumbent may be exposed to electrical energy. The nature of the work requires the incumbent to use power and noise producing tools and equipment and drive motorized vehicles daily.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
Minimum Qualifications
The minimum qualifications for Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following:
Service Maintenance Trainee
Service Maintenance Trainee
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school graduation or equivalent; and
- One year of construction-related experience which includes asphalt and/or concrete work.
Knowledge
:
- The proper use and care of common hand tools.
- One year of construction-related experience which includes asphalt and/or concrete work.
Abilities :
- Operate power tools and equipment and perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks.
- Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
- Follow oral and written instructions given in English.
- Perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements.
- Work effectively as a member of a crew.
- Act in a courteous and diplomatic manner with members of the public.
Licenses and Certificates
- Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver's license.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to wear a uniform.
- Willingness to perform call-back duty as required.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Possession of a valid California Class A driver's license with air brake endorsement.
- Completion of training in the following areas: Introduction to Equipment Operation; Fundamentals of Backhoe, Front-end Loader and Skidsteer Operation; Stormwater Best Management Practices and Customer Service;
Service Maintenance Worker
All of the Minimum Qualifications required for the Service Maintenance Trainee, plus the following:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High school graduation or equivalent; and
- One year of construction-related experience, plus six months of experience performing duties comparable to those of the City's Service Maintenance Trainee classification.
Knowledge:
Basic techniques, equipment and materials used in the maintenance of equipment and public right of way.- Safety procedures for operating equipment and power tools.
Abilities:
- Work effectively both independently and as a member of a crew.
- Learn to use basic computer software such as the City’s maintenance management system.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid Class C driver’s license.- Possession and continued maintenance of certification by the International Municipal Signal Association in Work Zone Traffic Control Safety and in Sign and Pavement Marking-Level I by the end of the probationary period.
- Possession of Forklift Operator Certification in accordance with OSHA standards by the end of the probationary period.
- Obtaining and maintaining a valid California Class A driver’s license with air brake endorsements will be required based on departmentally determined operational need at the time of hire or at any time during employment.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to perform on-call duty assignment and call-back work as required.
- Willingness to wear a uniform.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
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Completion of training in the following areas: Introduction to Equipment Operation; Fundamentals of Backhoe, Front-end Loader and Skidsteer Operation; Basic Construction Math, Hot-Mix Asphalt (HMA) 101; Introduction to Right of Way Inspection; Stormwater Best Management Practices; Customer Service; and, Introduction to Computer Applications (Word, Outlook and KRONOS).
Career Ladder
- Public Works Operations Manager
- Field Supervisor
- Service Field Crew Leader
- Senior Service Maintenance Worker
- Service Maintenance Worker
- Service Maintenance Trainee
Class Detail
Reports to: Service Field Crew Leader or Field Supervisor
Supervises: Non-supervisory
Bargaining Unit: Service
Classification No. 189/190
Date of Issue: 07/14
Supersedes: 9/21
Update: 4/30/22 (Language change and effective date for Worker Licenses/Certificates section for California Class A License)
Retain this entry.
SALARY
- This classification belongs to the Service bargaining unit and has a nine-step salary range. All classifications in this bargaining unit add an additional wage Step J on 7/14/18 by MOU agreement. Appointment may be made commensurate with experience. The current salary schedule is posted on the City website. See MOU for salary practices.
UNION REPRESENTATION
- This classification belongs to the Service Employees' bargaining unit. All employees within this unit are represented by the Service Employees' International Union.
APPOINTMENT
- Any candidate selected by the appointing department may be required to pass a pre-employment medical exam administered by a City-selected physician before hire to non-sedentary positions. Prior to starting work, all newly hired employees will be fingerprinted, to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment
. Candidates must present documentation verifying authorization to work in the United States and take a loyalty oath as required by the State of California at the time of hire. Appointments to regular positions are subject to a six-month probationary period (unless specified as 12-month by Service Employees MOU) which is considered a part of the selection process. Probationary employees may be terminated without recourse during this period. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.
LEAVE
Vacation – 80 hours/year up to 5 years, 120 hours/year 6-10 years, plus 8 hours for each year after 10 years up to a maximum of 160 hours/year.
Sick – 12 days/year
Holidays – up to 11 days/year
Floating Holidays - 24 hours per year - prorated for part-time
Floating Holidays - 24 hours per year - prorated for part-time
INSURANCE – (available to employee and eligible dependents)
Medical – Depends on plan selected; City generally pays 95% of the cost of coverage (pro-rated for part-time).
Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program – City currently pays full cost of employee and family coverage (pro-rated for part-time). Plus an additional $29.50 per pay period.
Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program – City currently pays full cost of employee and family coverage (pro-rated for part-time). Plus an additional $29.50 per pay period.
Life – City provides a $20,000 life insurance policy.
Long Term Disability – City provides a long term disability plan.
RETIREMENT
All new regular employees become members of PERS. Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% @ 62 (3 year average). Prior PERS membership may affect retirement formula. Employees contribute 9.75% of their salary to PERS on a pre-tax basis. An employee is vested after 5 years of membership. No Social Security is withheld.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS (not all inclusive)
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
Accident Protection Insurance
Bilingual Pay if required by position
Cancer and Critical Illness Insurance
Direct Deposit
Discount Bus Pass Program
Flexible Spending Plans for Health & Dependent Care
Longevity Pay (after 10 years and 15 years)
In lieu Medical Reimbursement of $200 /month (if not participating in City offered Medical Plan)
Shift Differential
Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
The information included in this listing is subject to change and does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Leaves and most Insurance contributions are pro-rated for part-time benefited employees.
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