Job Abstract

The Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) is seeking qualified candidates to apply for a part-time Maintenance Assistant I (Non-Career) position. There are currently two (2) part-time vacancies in the Marine Maintenance Division. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies as they become available in the department. These positions typically work up to 28 hours per week, including various hours and shifts. WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS ARE MANDATORY.

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same grade and classification.

The Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine is a nationally recognized and award-winning organization with 1,100 full-time/part-time staff and a budget of $74 million. The Department oversees facilities and programs that reflect the needs and interests of a culturally diverse community, including: 170 parks with more than 3,200 acres devoted to open space and recreation, 27 community centers, 3 public pools, 6 miles of beaches, and 3 marinas.

The Long Beach climate and waterfront conditions are second to none, since the City of Long Beach is located on the coast of Southern California and has near shore waters protected by a series of breakwaters. The Department's Marine Bureau has many wonderful waterfront assets to offer to our visitors. The Marine Bureau manages over 3,200 boat slips in three marinas, as well as a thriving commercial harbor that provides many enjoyable on-water activities. In addition, the Bureau manages 11 miles of recreational beach and waterfront, five launch ramp facilities, a rowing/water-skiing facility, a public pier, beach restrooms, waterfront landscaping, playgrounds, and many other recreational opportunities.

Non-Career employees are allowed a maximum of 1,600 work hours available over a 12-month period, and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. However, non-career employees may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions

Performs routine custodial and maintenance duties including:

• Cleans toilets, sinks, urinals, showers, walls, and trash enclosures
• Removes waste
• Replenishes toiletries
• Sweeps, mops, and vacuums
• Shampoos carpets
• Strips and waxes flooring
• Reports hazardous conditions
• Drives City vehicles to various parks and facilities
• Performs other related duties as required

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license at the time of selection
• Must be willing to work up to 28 hours per week, including evenings and/or weekends
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects up to 50 lbs. (subject to medical exam by Occupational Health)

• Work experience with custodial and/or maintenance duties is desirable

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals
• Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques
• Ability to use common hand and power tools used in skill trades, maintenance, or custodial work
• Ability to communicate courteously with the public
• Ability to endure long periods of physical labor
• Ability to strictly adhere to all rules and regulations
• Ability to keep work area neat, clean, and orderly
• Ability to effectively communicate with others
• Ability to work safely, efficiently and perform tasks independently

This recruitment will close at 11:59 p.m. on April 30, 2024 To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.

The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-6314.

In support of the City’s Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

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