Building Maintenance Worker

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FOR A CURRENT VACANCY. Interested applicants must submit on-line application - NO paper applications will be accepted.

The City reserves the right to stop accepting applications prior to the posted deadline, if sufficient numbers 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.

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, panel interview and/or performance examination, which consists of an evaluation of some of the essential knowledge, skills, abilities, and job related experience listed below. 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.

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.

Assists in the construction, maintenance and repair of public buildings and facilities; lifts and move heavy objects; performs other manual labor necessary to the completion of jobs; assists trades workers by performing unskilled tasks; cleans, maintains, and stores tools used on the job; performs a wide variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment; assists in regular inspections, making necessary preventive maintenance adjustments; assists in lubrication of equipment to keep equipment in good working condition; operates light equipment, such as trucks and compressors; learns to perform routine carpentry, painting, masonry and electrical work on buildings, including roof and floor repairs.

PERIPHERAL FUNCTIONS: All Levels: Loads and unloads supplies.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Building Maintenance Worker: One (1) year of experience in general maintenance and/or construction. Additional experience in a construction trade is desirable.

LICENSE REQUIRED: Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License.

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 category: Heavy-exert force of 50-100 pounds occasionally, or 25-50 pounds frequently or 10-20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. Occasional standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, pushing, pulling, twisting at the waist, handling, gripping grasping, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching at, above and below shoulder level, extension of neck upward, downward and side to side. On rare occasion, climbs scaffolding, engages in fingering and typing. Vision: Visual acuity which can be corrected sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position; average depth perception needed. Hearing: Effectively hear/comprehend oral instructions and communication and equipment.

MENTAL/PSYCHOLOGICAL: Work cooperatively and interact appropriately with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public; read/comprehend complex materials; utilize complex math skills; utilize simple writing skills; understand, remember and carry out detailed but not complex job instructions; respond quickly to changing situations under emergency pressures; communicate effectively orally; work under pressure; work within deadlines; train other workers.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Occasionally works around machinery and uses a computer. Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, gases and odors, excessive noises, solvents, grease or oil, slippery or uneven walking surfaces, flames or smoke. On rare occasion exposed to extreme temperatures, electrical energy. Works both alone and with others.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees in this classification may be required to work evenings, weekends and be called back for emergencies.

Employees in this classification may be required to utilize respirators in the course of their job duties or under emergency circumstances, and thus must be in compliance with General Industry Safety Order 5144. Employees shall not wear beards, mustaches, sideburns, facial hair or other conditions in such a manner that may prevent or interfere with establishing and maintaining a proper seal of the respirator face-mask. This requirement is implemented in order to insure the safety and health of the employee.

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

Job classes in this unit 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 $150 per month 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 three (3) Blue Shield Plans.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Employees of the City of Lompoc are eligible to receive EAP services administered by Anthem Blue Cross. 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 including one floating holiday.

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 of continuous employment. Additional employee coverage is available at group rates.

Long-Term Disability Insurance: Effective the first day of the month following six complete months of 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. A ten percent (10%) member’s contribution is paid by the employee. Final compensation is the average for the highest 12 consecutive months.

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." In addition, the City will provide community college students up to 100% tuition reimbursement and 100% reimbursement for required course books per semester. (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.

UNION DUES/SERVICES FEES: This classification is a bargaining unit position and, after completion of the probationary period, incumbent must pay either the required union dues or union service representation fee. At which time, the incumbent's terms and conditions of employment are subject to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers ("IBEW"), Local Union 1245 Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU"). To view the IBEW MOU, go to http://www.cityoflompoc.com/humanresources/#mou.