Utility Transport Specialist (Open and Promotional)

The Human Services Agency is seeking highly qualified candidates for the Utility Transport Specialist. 

Perform a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks, including transporting materials and supplies, setting up catering events, assisting with fleet management, and operating laundry services in a secured facility.  
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Utility Transport Specialist I (Utility Worker I) is the entry or trainee level class in this series. Initially, under close supervision, incumbents perform the more routine duties while receiving on-the-job instruction and gaining practical experience. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This class is alternately staffed with Utility Worker II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher level class.
 
Utility Transport Specialist II (Utility Worker II) is the experienced journey level class in this series. Under general supervision, incumbents independently perform the full range of duties. All the positions are characterized by the presence of fairly clear guidelines from which to make decisions and the availability of supervision in non-routine circumstances. Incumbents should demonstrate a thorough knowledge of operations and procedures and the ability to independently accomplish day-to-day tasks under normal conditions and to instruct others. This class is further distinguished from the Senior Utility Transport Specialist in that the latter is a working lead and assigns, directs and reviews the work of a small group of employees performing similar tasks; or, performs semi-skilled tasks in conjunction with skilled trades personnel and/or highly specialized tasks in the coordination of work requests and assignment of work orders.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lift, move, load, arrange, and transport materials or supplies such as food products, products for assembly, chairs, tables, heavy equipment, records, mail, money or waste materials.
• Ability to operate a bailor, conveyor belt or other warehouse machines.
• Operate and maintain equipment or hand tools used in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and facilities.
• Assemble, maintain, and repair equipment and furniture.
• Ability to set up pop-up tents, foldable chairs, and tables.
• Utilize the assistance of and instruct inmates, clients, or other staff to perform work.
• Remove and replace light bulbs.
• Order and receive supplies, tools, and equipment; review invoices against supplies received; and deliver supplies to appropriate area.
• Dig holes, clean-out gutters or storm drains, and dispose of debris.
• Maintain logs, coordinate work requests, and perform related office support tasks.
• Operate a car, van, or light delivery vehicle to transport materials or patients.
• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts to load and unload trucks.
• Fuel vehicles as required and report the need for service repair.
• Transport clients to catering events.
• Ability to accurately complete trip sheets, reports, and other required documentation. 
• Operate and maintain power tools, hand tools, and specialized equipment.
• Provide building security and issue parking citations.
• Ability to use a computer, including word processing and email communication.
• Be able to arrange kitchen and warehouse operations, including coordinating the movement and storage of materials and preparation of food or supplies as needed.
• Maintain inventory and apply the First-In, First- Out (FIFO) method to ensure proper stock rotation, receive products, and check them against the order.
• Set up catering service events, including preparing and organizing food, equipment, and supplies for events.
• Handle food safely and either hold or be able to complete and pass examination for the Food Handler Certification. 
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, operations, tools, and practices used in moving, loading, arranging, and transporting materials, records, and supplies.
• Methods, equipment, and practices used in moving, lifting, and transporting non-ambulatory patients.
• Principles and techniques used in basic custodial services, building maintenance and minor equipment repair.
• Fixtures, building hardware, and equipment.
• Safety regulations, precautions, and practices.
• Methods, practices and equipment used in the receipt, storage, handling and ordering of materials and equipment.
• Basic arithmetic.

Skill/Ability to:

• Follow safety practices.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively and tactfully with customers and others.
• Make accurate estimates of time and materials required to perform the job.
• Properly use and care for vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the job.
• Instruct and direct the work of inmates and others in the performance of the job.
• Lift, carry, push, or move materials, supplies, or equipment up to 50 lbs; lift and move patients; climb ladders; and walk or stand for long periods of time.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
Licensure/Certification:

• Some positions require possession of a valid class C California driver license or equivalent.
• Some positions require possession of a valid class B California driver license or equivalent.

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra-help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form.

The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%), which may include the evaluation of a brief written and/or performance exercise given immediately preceding the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. Because of the screening process, not all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online.  If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:
Final Filing Date:  Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. PST
Screening Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Combined Panel Interview Date:  Monday, March 17, 2025

About the County 
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.


Analyst: Arlene Cahill (Utility Worker I - T064)

Salary : $4,914 - $6,145