What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE SERVICE WORKER position at City of Visalia?
The City of Visalia is recruiting for Maintenance Service Worker to be part of the newly created Solid Waste Environment Enhancement Program (SWEEP). The program will address blight around the City and ensure that streets and public areas remain clean and free of debris. Please click here for the recruitment announcement.
THE DIVISION
The City of Visalia Neighborhood Preservation Division is part of the Planning and Preservation Department. The Division is comprised of 7 full time Code Enforcement Officers, 1 full time Administrative Technician, 2 part-time Code Enforcement Technicians and 5 part time Graffiti Maintenance Workers.THE POSITION
The position of Maintenance Service Worker works under general supervision of the Neighborhood Preservation Manager and is responsible for performing pickup of solid waste and ensuring that the City’s right of ways remain clear of debris. In addition, this position will be tasked with reporting areas of blight within the City so that it can be addressed as well as reporting suspected illegal dumping violators.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, who is service oriented with the ability to efficiently manage and complete tasks. The incumbent should have experience in the use of various equipment including the towing and use of dump trucks. Candidates must have strong communication skills as they will be interacting with various city staff. In addition, the ideal candidate will be required to maintain various records and logs and will be organized, detail oriented, and have experience with office equipment including computers and software programs.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skill and abilities is qualifying.
Application and supplemental materials will be evaluated and applicants who appear to be most qualified will be invited to participate in a job related interview and/or examination process. Successful candidates may be required to pass a background, physical examination, and/or drug screen.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The City of Visalia offers a competitive total compensation package that includes:
Monthly Salary: $3,431 - $4,313 Monthly
CalPERS retirement program
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Onsite City Health and Wellness Clinic (no out of pocket expenses)
Longevity Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave and much more...
Review the Benefits tab for more information.
EXPERIENCE VISALIA. ENHANCE YOUR LIFE.
If work-life balance is important to you, consider living in a thriving community that offers the most affordable housing in California with a typical commute time of less than 20 minutes. With a population of over 145,000, Visalia offers small town charm with metropolitan amenities. Visalia has a world class health care system, our own Sequoia Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing arts community, a minor league baseball team, a downtown convention center, and numerous fine dining establishments.
As the Tulare County seat, Visalia is the principal retail center in the region, and home to several large industrial employers. Visalia has a vibrant downtown district, safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, institutions for higher learning, and low cost of living. The City has many community parks, organized team sports, a municipal golf course and private country club, a multi-sport family-oriented regional sports park, and numerous outdoor and recreational activities.
Located in the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, Visalia offers easy access to the nearby mountains, national parks, lakes and rivers which provide year-round opportunities for sports and recreation within an hour or less. Visalia was ranked as the top Central Valley community and one of seven California cities in the top 25 of Gallup Sharecare's latest State of American Well Being Index. Our strong sense of community and social well-being keeps Visalians happy, healthy and moving forward. Come discover all Visalia has to offer!
The City of Visalia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
THE DIVISION
The City of Visalia Neighborhood Preservation Division is part of the Planning and Preservation Department. The Division is comprised of 7 full time Code Enforcement Officers, 1 full time Administrative Technician, 2 part-time Code Enforcement Technicians and 5 part time Graffiti Maintenance Workers.
The position of Maintenance Service Worker works under general supervision of the Neighborhood Preservation Manager and is responsible for performing pickup of solid waste and ensuring that the City’s right of ways remain clear of debris. In addition, this position will be tasked with reporting areas of blight within the City so that it can be addressed as well as reporting suspected illegal dumping violators.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, who is service oriented with the ability to efficiently manage and complete tasks. The incumbent should have experience in the use of various equipment including the towing and use of dump trucks. Candidates must have strong communication skills as they will be interacting with various city staff. In addition, the ideal candidate will be required to maintain various records and logs and will be organized, detail oriented, and have experience with office equipment including computers and software programs.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skill and abilities is qualifying.
- Previous construction and maintenance experience.
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS:
Positions in this class require moderate to heavy physical work with prolonged standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing, lifting and carrying loads weighing between 50 to 95 pounds. Positions may also involve outside work, resulting in exposure to the weather.
Please click here for a detailed job description.
SELECTION PROCESSApplication and supplemental materials will be evaluated and applicants who appear to be most qualified will be invited to participate in a job related interview and/or examination process. Successful candidates may be required to pass a background, physical examination, and/or drug screen.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The City of Visalia offers a competitive total compensation package that includes:
Monthly Salary: $3,431 - $4,313 Monthly
CalPERS retirement program
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Onsite City Health and Wellness Clinic (no out of pocket expenses)
Longevity Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave and much more...
Review the Benefits tab for more information.
EXPERIENCE VISALIA. ENHANCE YOUR LIFE.
If work-life balance is important to you, consider living in a thriving community that offers the most affordable housing in California with a typical commute time of less than 20 minutes. With a population of over 145,000, Visalia offers small town charm with metropolitan amenities. Visalia has a world class health care system, our own Sequoia Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing arts community, a minor league baseball team, a downtown convention center, and numerous fine dining establishments.
As the Tulare County seat, Visalia is the principal retail center in the region, and home to several large industrial employers. Visalia has a vibrant downtown district, safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, institutions for higher learning, and low cost of living. The City has many community parks, organized team sports, a municipal golf course and private country club, a multi-sport family-oriented regional sports park, and numerous outdoor and recreational activities.
Located in the heart of California's San Joaquin Valley, Visalia offers easy access to the nearby mountains, national parks, lakes and rivers which provide year-round opportunities for sports and recreation within an hour or less. Visalia was ranked as the top Central Valley community and one of seven California cities in the top 25 of Gallup Sharecare's latest State of American Well Being Index. Our strong sense of community and social well-being keeps Visalians happy, healthy and moving forward. Come discover all Visalia has to offer!
The City of Visalia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $41,170 - $51,757
