Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II/III/IV

This job closes July 10, 2024

Day Shift

4 Day Work Weeks= long weekends!

Great Benefit Package including medical, dental and vision for all qualifying household members for the same low rate, comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, generous vacation and sick accruals, 457b plans, retirement plan and more!

Public Works Maintenance Worker I: This is the entry-level class in the Public Works Maintenance Worker series.

Public Works Maintenance Worker II: This is the mid-level class in the Public Works Maintenance Worker series.

Public Works Maintenance Worker III: This is the journey-level class in the Public Works Maintenance Worker series.

Public Works Maintenance Worker IV: This is the advanced journey level class in the Public Works maintenance worker series.

A DMV DRIVING REPORT MUST BE SUBMITTED IN YOUR APPLICATION FOR IT TO BE CONSIDERED. GO ONLINE TO DMV.CA.GOV TO OBTAIN YOURS. THERE IS A $5 FEE.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignment as instructed; Performs construction, installation, maintenance, and repair work on County roads, bridges, culverts, signs, pavement markings, traffic safety and control devices, and other related public works duties; Operates specialized vehicles and a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of County infrastructure; ensures security of the vehicles; Performs various special construction, maintenance, and repair activities, including erecting, cleaning, painting, and repairing guard rails, girders, stringers, and other road structures, building fencing, cleaning and repairing ditches and levees, erecting storage sheds, utility buildings, workshops, and other structures, removing trees, snow and ice, animal carcasses, and other debris, and cleaning up vandalism; Tows, loads, and transports maintenance equipment and materials to and from maintenance and construction sites; Performs installation, maintenance, and repair of traffic signs and safety devices, placement and application of pavement markings, cleaning debris from bridges. Set or assist with the setting of grade from stakes and perform construction survey work to calculate elevations; Maintains records of construction, maintenance, and repair work; Inspects, evaluates, and reports conditions of roads, bridges, culverts, signs, traffic safety and control devices, and other public works structures; makes corrections as necessary; Installs street barricades and cones and controls traffic around work sites to ensure safe conditions for the general public and County workers; Responds to complaints and answers questions from public or escalates to supervisor, as necessary; Responds to emergency situations as necessary; Attends daily crew meetings; attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions to remain current on practices and new developments in assigned work areas; Performs related work, as required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• A minimum of six (6) months of experience with basic methods, materials, safety practices and tools used in general construction or maintenance. Experience gained from use of hand tools in the course of ranch work, shop or agricultural coursework/ROP, or general construction and/or maintenance experience, tree trimming and tree removal, and traffic control may be qualifying.
• Public Works Maintenance Worker II: A minimum of two (2) years of experience in general construction and/or maintenance, bridge construction, maintenance and repair, traffic control, and/or road maintenance and repair, including but not limited to; road construction, pavement resurfacing, installation of guardrails, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drain system, snow removal, and tree removal
• Public Works Maintenance Worker III: A minimum of four (4) years of experience in general construction and/or maintenance, bridge construction, maintenance and repair, traffic control and/or road maintenance and repair, including but not limited to; road construction, pavement resurfacing, installation of guardrails, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drain system, snow removal, and tree removal
• Public Works Maintenance Worker IV: A minimum of five (5) years of experience performing more complex duties in general construction and/or maintenance, bridge construction, maintenance and repair, traffic control and/or road maintenance and repair, including but not limited to; road construction, pavement resurfacing, installation of guardrails, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, storm drain system, snow removal, and tree removal

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

LICENSE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Public Works Maintenance Worker I, II, III, IV: Requires a valid California Class A driver’s license with Air Brake Endorsement (MW I within 6 months), a current DMV Driving Record report, and a current DOT Medical Certificate. Incumbent may be required to obtain a Double/Triple Combination Endorsement and/or a Tank Vehicle Endorsement.

Public Works Maintenance Worker III and IV: May require welding certification.

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tehama/jobs/4540348/

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.59 - $26.05 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least 6 months of general or road construction experience?
• Do you have a valid Class A license with air brake endorsement?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Class C Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gerber, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $18 - $26