Job Abstract

Applicants for this position may be used to fill Maintenance Worker II (Temporary) recruitments for other City divisions.

Under supervision (Maintenance Worker I) or general supervision (Maintenance Worker II), to perform semi-skilled work in the maintenance, construction and repair of City parks, beaches, golf course, streets and related buildings and facilities; to operate a variety of maintenance and repair tools and equipment; and to perform a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

The ideal candidate will possess customer service and interpersonal skills in order to work efficiently and effectively with all City Departments, employees, and service providers. This person should be self-motivated, take initiative and work well as part of a high-energy, goal-oriented Department. The ideal candidate will be able to perform journeyman-level of golf course maintenance and have a thorough knowledge of hand-operated and mechanical grounds equipment including operation of large-scale mowing and/or aeration equipment used on fairways, roughs, surrounds, and greens.

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:

1. Perform semi-skilled maintenance, construction and repair duties on City parks, beaches, golf courses, streets and facilities.
2. Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment, and hand and small power tools including loaders, backhoes, bobcats, hydraulic lifts, root pruners, jack hammers, tractors, dump trucks, riding mowers, small tractors, rototillers, stump cutters, sprayers, edgers, blowers, hedge trimmers, chippers, shredders, push mowers, weedeaters, shovels, rakes and pick axes; ensure all equipment is operated in a safe and efficient manner.
3. Maintain records of time spent performing various maintenance functions; provide assistance in preparing records and files.
4. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
5. Perform a variety of maintenance and repair activities for City parks and landscaped areas including, grounds maintenance, aeration and overseeding; mowing and edging grass, operating leaf blowing equipment, pruning, removing and trimming shrubbery, and raking leaves and debris.
6. Perform routine groundskeeping functions; pick up trash and debris; clean public restrooms including floors, windows and fixtures; empty refuse containers.
7. Plant, water, cultivate, fertilize and care for shrubbery, lawns and trees; prepare soil for planting and transplanting; aerate soil and apply appropriate fertilizers.
8. As assigned, perform chemical application duties; apply herbicides, fungicides and pesticides; ensure proper application of all materials; perform all duties in compliance with City and mandated health and safety rules and regulations.
9. Assist in irrigation functions; adjust sprinkler heads; repair pipes; refer to higher level maintenance staff as required.
10. Plant, prune and maintain trees; remove stumps and cut back roots; clean limbs and brush from signs, lights and overhead lines; rig, lower and stack branches and limbs.
11. Perform maintenance and repairs on various City facilities including buildings and grounds, playground, fitness, athletic and other recreational equipment, picnic tables, gates, fences, and shade structures.
12. Perform maintenance and improvement projects at the beach; assess tidal action, operate beach loader to rake and remove kelp; open storm drains; build and maintain sand berms and dunes; maintain exits and walkways.
13. Operate backhoe to remove debris and growth at storm drain outlets; operate beach sanitizer to remove nails, glass, kelp and other debris from the beach; operate dump trucks to remove or haul away debris and materials.
14. Maintain various beach and swimming pool facilities, restrooms, walkways, stairs and ramps; clean and restock restroom supplies; remove graffiti from beach facilities and lifeguard towers, benches and rocks; paint restrooms and lifeguard towers as needed.
15. Maintain beach fire rings and recreational areas including volleyball courts, picnic areas, common and private areas in the City's Community Center and playground areas; set up for special events or school functions.
16. Perform a variety of tasks in the maintenance and upkeep of the golf course including mowing fairways, greens, tees and roughs, raking and edging traps, and weed abatement; edge cart paths and curbs.
17. Maintain golf tee boxes and greens; change cups and move tee markers; maintain, rake and remove debris from sand traps; add sand as needed.
18. Perform street maintenance duties; prepare surfaces for paving; patch potholes; mix, spread, shovel, rake and roll asphalt and chip seal surfaces.
19. Perform curb, gutter and driveway maintenance duties; break up paved surfaces; set forms; mix, pour, spread and finish concrete.
20. Paint traffic control markings and stencils on pavements and curbs including cross walks and stop sign markings; install and maintain street signs; install raised traffic bars, guard rails and reflectors.
21. Provide traffic control in assigned maintenance areas; place cones, barriers and signs to define the work area and protect the public; excavate and fill trenches and ditches.
22. Maintain, repair, install, pumps, circuit breakers, relays, water lines and television camera inspection equipment.
23. Remove and repair various mechanical components including those related to the municipal swimming pool; dismantle, repair and replace pump and compressor parts; replace lift station pumping equipment.
24. Inspect, maintain and repair clay, galvanized steel, plastic, fiberglass and other types of pipes.
25. Operate a vactor, sewer rodder, forklift, and backhoe; perform confined space entry duties as required.
26. Perform various repair and maintenance duties to City buildings and facilities; perform a variety of semi-skilled building trade duties including carpentry, plumbing, heating, cooling, plumbing, painting, furniture moving, roof repair, and minor electrical work.
27. Perform general maintenance duties inside and outside of buildings; patch roofs and replace tiles; paint inside and outside of buildings; perform concrete work as needed; install door locks; install doors.
28. Repair and maintain a variety of plumbing fixtures and fittings including valves, sinks, fountains, faucets and related devices.
29. Perform minor electrical repairs; change light bulbs and ballasts; blown fuses and circuit breakers.
30. Remove graffiti from buildings and playgrounds; repaint surfaces as required.
31. Conduct set up, take down and maintenance of hospitality equipment, including portable stage and dance floor, risers, audio-visual equipment.
32. Perform routine inspection, servicing and maintenance of computerized swimming pool systems, including water and chemical testing and servicing of pool heaters and filtration systems.
33. May participate in rotational shifts including weekend and Standby/On-Call shifts as required. Employees assigned to Standby or On-Call duty must be available to respond and report to work within a reasonable amount of time, typically within forty-five (45) minutes of the receipt of the call.
34. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Maintenance Worker I

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: One year of maintenance and repair experience is desirable.

Education/Training: Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Class B California Driver's License with a safe driving record or the ability to obtain the license within six (6) months of appointment is required. When assigned to Fleet or Wastewater and Storm water, an air brake and tanker endorsement, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment is required. When assigned to Golf Course Operations, a Class B California Driver's License is not required. However, a valid Class C California Driver's License with a safe driving record is required.

Knowledge of:

Operational characteristics of various maintenance equipment and tools including heavy and light power driven equipment, and power and hand tools.

Principles and practices of record keeping.

General methods and techniques of maintenance and repair.

Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to:

Learn the operations, services and activities of the maintenance and repair program in assigned area.

Learn basic methods and techniques of carpentry, plumbing, electrical and painting trades.

Learn methods and techniques of planting and caring for trees, shrubs and plants.

Learn methods and equipment used in weed, pest and insect control and treating minor plant diseases.

Learn methods and techniques of applying pesticides and herbicides.

Learn methods and techniques of landscape installation, maintenance and reconstruction.

Learn principles and practices of golf course maintenance work including maintenance of greens and turf.

Learn basic irrigation system repair and maintenance techniques.

Learn methods and techniques of preparing and applying road surfaces including asphalt and chip seal.

Learn methods and techniques of repairing sidewalks, curbs, and related maintenance areas.

Learn methods and techniques of sign fabrication, street painting and stenciling.

Learn methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of pumps, compressors, sewer lines and swimming pool equipment.

Learn building construction and maintenance methods and techniques.

Learn the basic methods and techniques of maintenance and repair of audio-visual equipment.

Learn methods and techniques of evaluating tidal action and resulting effects on beach areas.

Operate a variety of maintenance equipment and tools including heavy and light power driven equipment and hand tools in a safe and effective manner.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Learn and apply pertinent Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.

Maintenance Worker II

The physical demands 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 these essential job functions.

Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction.

Mobility: Incumbents in this classification require mobility to perform heavy, moderate or light lifting; to walk, stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to bend, stoop, kneel and crawl; and to operate motorized equipment and vehicles.

Vision: Vision sufficient to read written materials and operate assigned equipment; some positions may require the ability to distinguish color.

Environment: Field environment; travel from site to site; work or inspect underground; work around or operate heavy construction equipment; work in or with water; exposure to inclement weather conditions, noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, potentially hazardous chemicals or waste and infectious materials.

Other Factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Incumbents may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.