City of Roseville, CA
Roseville, California
Description REFUSE TRUCK DRIVER I/II The Refuse Truck Driver I/II is a critical component of the amazing public service that we provide each day. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving a refuse collection truck, collecting refuse along an assigned route with The City of Roseville. Why choose to work for the City of Roseville? The City of Roseville organization continues our commitment to pave the way for our reputation of the City as one of the best places to reside in the United States and our passion for providing City residents a quality of life unmatched. Be a part of these revolutionary changes and come work for a City that has, once again , been named one of the best places to live in the nation! What the City of Roseville Offers: $23.21 to $35.93 hourly Opportunities to Learn and Promote Competitive vacation and sick leave programs Bilingual pay opportunity Health and welfare benefits, with City contributions of up to $2,020 per month And much more! The current vacancy is a Regular, Full Time, and Benefitted Position. The employment list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, limited-term, and temporary vacancies. DEFINITION To perform a variety of tasks in the collection of residential, commercial, and industrial solid waste refuse, including driving and operating a refuse collection truck. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Refuse Truck Driver I This is the entry level class in the Refuse Truck Driver series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Refuse Truck Driver I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned. Refuse Truck Driver II This is the journey level class in the Refuse Truck Driver series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. This class is distinguished from the Senior Refuse Truck Diver in that the latter provides technical and functional supervision over assigned staff. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Refuse Truck Driver I Receives immediate supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver. Refuse Truck Driver II Receives general supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Drive a one or two-person-staffed refuse collection truck, collecting refuse along an assigned route and emptying contents of trash cans and/or collection bins. Operate hydraulic/mechanical controls to load, compress, and dump refuse; collect and dispose of debris on assigned route; transport refuse to/unload at appropriate landfill sites and/or sewage treatment plant. Assist refuse truck driver by directing movement into alleys, driveways, and other difficult locations; assist truck driver with lifting/loading contents of trash cans and other collection containers. Complete and post notification tags on containers/bins/dumpsters regarding contents not acceptable for refuse collection. Maintain assigned truck by regular cleaning and washing, including inspecting for mechanical or other operating problems; report mechanical or related problems for maintenance; perform minor maintenance as appropriate. Complete, maintain, and submit records related to operations and maintenance activities, including those related to time, material and equipment usage. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Refuse Truck Driver I Knowledge of : Uses and purposes of general mechanical tools and equipment; safe work practices. Ability to : Learn refuse collection techniques and to operate refuse collection vehicles and equipment. On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others. Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Experience and Training Experience : No experience is required; some general maintenance and/or construction experience is preferred. AND Training : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license, with airbrakes by date of application. Refuse Truck Driver II In addition to the qualifications for the Refuse Truck Driver I: Knowledge of : Methods and practices of solid waste/refuse collection and disposal. Methods, techniques, tools, and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the collection and disposal of solid waste refuse. Ability to : Perform solid waste refuse collection and disposal tasks with minimal supervision. Experience and Training Experience : Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing refuse collection/disposal work similar to that of a Refuse Truck Driver I with the City of Roseville. AND Training : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license, with airbrakes by date of application. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually.
Description REFUSE TRUCK DRIVER I/II The Refuse Truck Driver I/II is a critical component of the amazing public service that we provide each day. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving a refuse collection truck, collecting refuse along an assigned route with The City of Roseville. Why choose to work for the City of Roseville? The City of Roseville organization continues our commitment to pave the way for our reputation of the City as one of the best places to reside in the United States and our passion for providing City residents a quality of life unmatched. Be a part of these revolutionary changes and come work for a City that has, once again , been named one of the best places to live in the nation! What the City of Roseville Offers: $23.21 to $35.93 hourly Opportunities to Learn and Promote Competitive vacation and sick leave programs Bilingual pay opportunity Health and welfare benefits, with City contributions of up to $2,020 per month And much more! The current vacancy is a Regular, Full Time, and Benefitted Position. The employment list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, limited-term, and temporary vacancies. DEFINITION To perform a variety of tasks in the collection of residential, commercial, and industrial solid waste refuse, including driving and operating a refuse collection truck. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Refuse Truck Driver I This is the entry level class in the Refuse Truck Driver series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Refuse Truck Driver I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned. Refuse Truck Driver II This is the journey level class in the Refuse Truck Driver series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. This class is distinguished from the Senior Refuse Truck Diver in that the latter provides technical and functional supervision over assigned staff. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Refuse Truck Driver I Receives immediate supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver. Refuse Truck Driver II Receives general supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Drive a one or two-person-staffed refuse collection truck, collecting refuse along an assigned route and emptying contents of trash cans and/or collection bins. Operate hydraulic/mechanical controls to load, compress, and dump refuse; collect and dispose of debris on assigned route; transport refuse to/unload at appropriate landfill sites and/or sewage treatment plant. Assist refuse truck driver by directing movement into alleys, driveways, and other difficult locations; assist truck driver with lifting/loading contents of trash cans and other collection containers. Complete and post notification tags on containers/bins/dumpsters regarding contents not acceptable for refuse collection. Maintain assigned truck by regular cleaning and washing, including inspecting for mechanical or other operating problems; report mechanical or related problems for maintenance; perform minor maintenance as appropriate. Complete, maintain, and submit records related to operations and maintenance activities, including those related to time, material and equipment usage. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Refuse Truck Driver I Knowledge of : Uses and purposes of general mechanical tools and equipment; safe work practices. Ability to : Learn refuse collection techniques and to operate refuse collection vehicles and equipment. On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others. Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Experience and Training Experience : No experience is required; some general maintenance and/or construction experience is preferred. AND Training : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license, with airbrakes by date of application. Refuse Truck Driver II In addition to the qualifications for the Refuse Truck Driver I: Knowledge of : Methods and practices of solid waste/refuse collection and disposal. Methods, techniques, tools, and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the collection and disposal of solid waste refuse. Ability to : Perform solid waste refuse collection and disposal tasks with minimal supervision. Experience and Training Experience : Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing refuse collection/disposal work similar to that of a Refuse Truck Driver I with the City of Roseville. AND Training : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license, with airbrakes by date of application. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually.
City of Roseville, CA
Roseville, California
Description REFUSE MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II The Refuse Maintenance Worker I/II is a critical component of the amazing public service that we provide each day. The successful candidate will be responsible for refuse equipment maintenance and inspection and light maintenance of collection vehicles with The City of Roseville. Why choose to work for the City of Roseville? The City of Roseville organization continues our commitment to pave the way for our reputation of the City as one of the best places to reside in the United States and our passion for providing City residents a quality of life unmatched. Be a part of these revolutionary changes and come work for a City that has, once again , been named one of the best places to live in the nation! What the City of Roseville Offers: $20.10 to $31.11 hourly Opportunities to Learn and Promote And much more! The current vacancy is a Temporary 1500 hour position. The employment list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, limited-term, and temporary vacancies. DEFINITION To perform semi-skilled and skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of refuse bins and vehicles used in residential and commercial refuse collection. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Refuse Maintenance Worker I This is the entry level class in the Refuse Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Refuse Maintenance Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes are learned. Refuse Maintenance Worker II This is the journey level class in the Refuse Maintenance Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned, with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Refuse Maintenance Worker I Receives immediate supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver. Refuse Maintenance Worker II Receives general supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Maintain and repair refuse collection bins, including cleaning, painting, and making structural repairs such as replacing and/or fabricating wheels, castors, lids, and gate pins. Inspect refuse collection vehicles and perform light maintenance as needed; steam clean refuse collection trucks. Drive a bin truck and deliver refuse collection containers to new residential and commercial customers/units; exchange bins or cans as needed. Clean up waste spills, fluids, glass, and trash at various locations. Fill out and submit required forms. Assist Refuse Truck Drivers on residential and commercial routes, as necessary. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Refuse Maintenance Worker I Knowledge of : Uses and purposes of general mechanical tools and equipment; safe work practices. Ability to : Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks related to a variety of refuse equipment maintenance activities; perform heavy physical labor. On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others. Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 40 pounds or less. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Experience and Training Experience : No experience is required; some general maintenance experience is preferred. AND Training : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license by date of appointment. Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license within six months of date of appointment. Refuse Maintenance Worker II In addition to the qualifications for the Refuse Maintenance Worker I: Knowledge of : Methods, techniques, tools and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the maintenance and repair of refuse collection equipment. Ability to : Independently perform semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance and repair of refuse collection equipment. Operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment, including bin truck, flatbed truck, as well as grinders, cutters, saws, welding equipment, and generator. Experience and Training Experience : Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing maintenance and repair work of refuse collection equipment similar to that of a Refuse Maintenance Worker I with the City of Roseville. AND Training : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license, with airbrakes by date of application. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually.
Description REFUSE MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II The Refuse Maintenance Worker I/II is a critical component of the amazing public service that we provide each day. The successful candidate will be responsible for refuse equipment maintenance and inspection and light maintenance of collection vehicles with The City of Roseville. Why choose to work for the City of Roseville? The City of Roseville organization continues our commitment to pave the way for our reputation of the City as one of the best places to reside in the United States and our passion for providing City residents a quality of life unmatched. Be a part of these revolutionary changes and come work for a City that has, once again , been named one of the best places to live in the nation! What the City of Roseville Offers: $20.10 to $31.11 hourly Opportunities to Learn and Promote And much more! The current vacancy is a Temporary 1500 hour position. The employment list established from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future regular, limited-term, and temporary vacancies. DEFINITION To perform semi-skilled and skilled labor in the maintenance and repair of refuse bins and vehicles used in residential and commercial refuse collection. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Refuse Maintenance Worker I This is the entry level class in the Refuse Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience and work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. The Refuse Maintenance Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes are learned. Refuse Maintenance Worker II This is the journey level class in the Refuse Maintenance Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned, with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Refuse Maintenance Worker I Receives immediate supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver. Refuse Maintenance Worker II Receives general supervision from a Refuse Supervisor, receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Refuse Truck Driver. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Maintain and repair refuse collection bins, including cleaning, painting, and making structural repairs such as replacing and/or fabricating wheels, castors, lids, and gate pins. Inspect refuse collection vehicles and perform light maintenance as needed; steam clean refuse collection trucks. Drive a bin truck and deliver refuse collection containers to new residential and commercial customers/units; exchange bins or cans as needed. Clean up waste spills, fluids, glass, and trash at various locations. Fill out and submit required forms. Assist Refuse Truck Drivers on residential and commercial routes, as necessary. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Refuse Maintenance Worker I Knowledge of : Uses and purposes of general mechanical tools and equipment; safe work practices. Ability to : Learn to perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks related to a variety of refuse equipment maintenance activities; perform heavy physical labor. On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others. Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 40 pounds or less. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Experience and Training Experience : No experience is required; some general maintenance experience is preferred. AND Training : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license by date of appointment. Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license within six months of date of appointment. Refuse Maintenance Worker II In addition to the qualifications for the Refuse Maintenance Worker I: Knowledge of : Methods, techniques, tools and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the maintenance and repair of refuse collection equipment. Ability to : Independently perform semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance and repair of refuse collection equipment. Operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment, including bin truck, flatbed truck, as well as grinders, cutters, saws, welding equipment, and generator. Experience and Training Experience : Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing maintenance and repair work of refuse collection equipment similar to that of a Refuse Maintenance Worker I with the City of Roseville. AND Training : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license, with airbrakes by date of application. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City's benefits, visit our website here . Benefits currently include: Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid) Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs Employee assistance plan Retirement savings plan Deferred compensation plan(s) Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans Educational reimbursement Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually) Bilingual pay Longevity pay GENERAL BENEFITS : A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to the City's temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually.
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Final Filing Cut-off Dates: 06/30/24 and 12/31/24 Under general supervision, operates automated refuse collection vehicles to collect and dispose of garbage, recyclables, and yard waste. Performs heavy manual work for collection of bulky waste materials. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the journey level classification in the Integrated Waste series. The Integrated Waste Operator performs skilled tasks in the operation of multi-axle automated refuse, yard, and bulky waste equipment to collect, transport, and dispose of refuse and waste materials. The Integrated Waste Equipment Operator is distinguished fromt eh Senior Integrated Waste Equipment Operator in that the latter may provide lead direction and train lower level staff and is responsible for operating the more complex refuse and waste vehicles and equipment. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Integrated Equipment Waste Operators receive general supervision from a higher-level position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Pick up, carry, and empty refuse, yard waste, or recycling containers and bulky waste into truck. Operate mechanisms for loading, dumping, and compressing waste and other refuse. Move truck while servicing route. Inform new customers of service charges and regulations. Check refuse collection equipment to insure good operating condition. Report houses on route to supervisor that do not require ongoing service. Drive truck to and from location of work assignment. Keep records and prepare reports of operations and activities. Operate equipment and/or vehicles including 1/2 ton pick-up and dump trucks, articulating drive front-end loaders, water truck, refuse packers, and other related equipment. Perform minor maintenance and servicing of assigned vehicle. Transport personnel, materials, and equipment. Hand sweep or shovel debris and rubbish. Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections as required by Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Typical operation requirements of equipment and trucks. Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in truck and equipment operation. Methods and materials used in inspecting, servicing, and maintaining equipment. Safe use, operation, and maintenance of truck and equipment operation. Typical non-mechanical preventative maintenance requirements of equipment and trucks. DOT laws and regulations. Ability to: Perform heavy manual labor. Maintain effective work relationships with employees and customers. Understand and follow specific oral and written instructions. Maintain written records as required. Learn the general layout of the City and assigned routes. Read and interpret a map. Operate trucks and related equipment safely. Drive for an extended period of time up to DOT limits. Use hand tools. Read and write the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance. Read and comprehend route map and be able to follow and comlete a designated route assignment. Perform routine non-mechanical preventative maintenance. Work independently on assigned projects. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Experience: One (1) year of experience comparable to an Integrated Waste Equipment Operator with the City of Sacramento. OR One (1) year of experience in the operation of a two or three-axle vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 30,000 pounds or more. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class B Driver License without the Air Brake restriction is required at the time of appointment, and is a condition of continued employment. Loss of the Class B License and/or Air Brake restriction is a cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Assessment: If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test. Physical Requirements: Employees must possess the ability to push and pull objects up to 20 pounds frequently, and 25 to 50 pounds occasionally; and, lift and carry objects ups to 30 pounds rarely. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application to the Employment Office by the next posted cut-off date; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the next posted cut-off date. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Performance Test: (Weighted 100%) - Qualified candidates will be notified by email of the test date, time, and location approximately one to two weeks prior to the test. The performance test will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the knowledge and abilities as outlined above. The performance exam will be administered in English only. TEST EXEMPTION - If you have previously taken the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator exam within the past year of the final filing date of this posting, you may be considered exempt from taking the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator Exam. The City of Sacramento’s Human Resources Department will verify applicant’s eligibility at the time of the final filing deadline of this job posting. 4. Eligibility - Candidates who pass the performance test will be placed on an eligible list. The hiring department may contact those on the eligible list for an interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator examination. Candidates can take the examination at any time to maintain eligibility. If you are currently on an active eligible list for the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator classification, it is unnecessary to retake the examination. The eligible list is effective one year from the date of passing the examination for the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator . If you are hired from the eligible list you will no longer have active status on the eligible list per Civil Service Board Rule , 5.7( i ). Applicants interested in maintaining their eligibility will need to take and pass the exam after their hire date. 5. Conditional Hire : Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan / fingerprinting ; review by Human Resources, a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and / or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Final Filing Cut-off Dates: 06/30/24 and 12/31/24 Under general supervision, operates automated refuse collection vehicles to collect and dispose of garbage, recyclables, and yard waste. Performs heavy manual work for collection of bulky waste materials. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the journey level classification in the Integrated Waste series. The Integrated Waste Operator performs skilled tasks in the operation of multi-axle automated refuse, yard, and bulky waste equipment to collect, transport, and dispose of refuse and waste materials. The Integrated Waste Equipment Operator is distinguished fromt eh Senior Integrated Waste Equipment Operator in that the latter may provide lead direction and train lower level staff and is responsible for operating the more complex refuse and waste vehicles and equipment. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Integrated Equipment Waste Operators receive general supervision from a higher-level position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Pick up, carry, and empty refuse, yard waste, or recycling containers and bulky waste into truck. Operate mechanisms for loading, dumping, and compressing waste and other refuse. Move truck while servicing route. Inform new customers of service charges and regulations. Check refuse collection equipment to insure good operating condition. Report houses on route to supervisor that do not require ongoing service. Drive truck to and from location of work assignment. Keep records and prepare reports of operations and activities. Operate equipment and/or vehicles including 1/2 ton pick-up and dump trucks, articulating drive front-end loaders, water truck, refuse packers, and other related equipment. Perform minor maintenance and servicing of assigned vehicle. Transport personnel, materials, and equipment. Hand sweep or shovel debris and rubbish. Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections as required by Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Typical operation requirements of equipment and trucks. Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in truck and equipment operation. Methods and materials used in inspecting, servicing, and maintaining equipment. Safe use, operation, and maintenance of truck and equipment operation. Typical non-mechanical preventative maintenance requirements of equipment and trucks. DOT laws and regulations. Ability to: Perform heavy manual labor. Maintain effective work relationships with employees and customers. Understand and follow specific oral and written instructions. Maintain written records as required. Learn the general layout of the City and assigned routes. Read and interpret a map. Operate trucks and related equipment safely. Drive for an extended period of time up to DOT limits. Use hand tools. Read and write the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance. Read and comprehend route map and be able to follow and comlete a designated route assignment. Perform routine non-mechanical preventative maintenance. Work independently on assigned projects. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Experience: One (1) year of experience comparable to an Integrated Waste Equipment Operator with the City of Sacramento. OR One (1) year of experience in the operation of a two or three-axle vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 30,000 pounds or more. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class B Driver License without the Air Brake restriction is required at the time of appointment, and is a condition of continued employment. Loss of the Class B License and/or Air Brake restriction is a cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Assessment: If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test. Physical Requirements: Employees must possess the ability to push and pull objects up to 20 pounds frequently, and 25 to 50 pounds occasionally; and, lift and carry objects ups to 30 pounds rarely. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application to the Employment Office by the next posted cut-off date; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the next posted cut-off date. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Performance Test: (Weighted 100%) - Qualified candidates will be notified by email of the test date, time, and location approximately one to two weeks prior to the test. The performance test will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the knowledge and abilities as outlined above. The performance exam will be administered in English only. TEST EXEMPTION - If you have previously taken the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator exam within the past year of the final filing date of this posting, you may be considered exempt from taking the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator Exam. The City of Sacramento’s Human Resources Department will verify applicant’s eligibility at the time of the final filing deadline of this job posting. 4. Eligibility - Candidates who pass the performance test will be placed on an eligible list. The hiring department may contact those on the eligible list for an interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator examination. Candidates can take the examination at any time to maintain eligibility. If you are currently on an active eligible list for the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator classification, it is unnecessary to retake the examination. The eligible list is effective one year from the date of passing the examination for the Integrated Waste Equipment Operator . If you are hired from the eligible list you will no longer have active status on the eligible list per Civil Service Board Rule , 5.7( i ). Applicants interested in maintaining their eligibility will need to take and pass the exam after their hire date. 5. Conditional Hire : Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan / fingerprinting ; review by Human Resources, a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and / or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut - off dates are: 3/31/24, 6/30/24, 9/30/24 and 12/31/24 To prune and remove trees along City streets and to perform other related maintenance duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the third and full journey-level class in the Tree Pruner series. Incumbents work under direction and are expected to perform skilled tree pruning work. Work in this class is distinguished from that of Tree Pruner I by the greater complexity of the work and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are filled by advancement from the lower level class of Tree Pruner I. Appointment to the class of Tree Pruner II requires that the employee be performing substantially the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Lead direction is provided by the Senior Tree Pruner class. No supervisory responsibilities are included in the duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Climb trees using ropes, cables, climbing saddles, and spurs and operate aerial tower truck to remove undesired branches, limbs, and trees; lower removed portions to the ground with bull ropes. Operate chain and hand saws, power or pole pruners, axes, and other hand tools for felling trees or cutting felled trees; operate chipper and brush truck. Remove overhanging branches and split or broken limbs after a storm. Prune trees for clearance of overhead utility facilities excluding high voltage line clearance. Sharpen and maintain tools, ropes, and other safety equipment. Participate in planting, transplanting and seeding of trees. Operate boom trucks, loaders, stump chippers, brush chippers, tractors, power saws, trucks, sprayers, and other equipment and tools. Clean, sharpen, and lubricate tools and equipment. Cut away dead and excess branches from trees, or clear branches around power lines, using climbing equipment or buckets of extended truck booms, and/or chainsaws, hooks, handsaws, shears, and clippers. Trim, top, and reshape trees to achieve attractive shapes or to remove low hanging branches. Prune, cut down, fertilize, and spray trees as directed by tree surgeons. Hoist tools and equipment to tree trimmers, and lower branches with ropes or block and tackle. Operate shredding and chipping equipment, and feed limbs and brush into the machines. Load debris and refuse onto trucks and haul it away for disposal. Collect debris and refuse from tree trimming and removal operations into piles, using shovels, rakes or other tools. Clear sites, streets, and grounds of woody and herbaceous materials, such as tree stumps and fallen trees and limbs. Remove broken limbs from wires, using hood extension poles. Trim jagged stumps, using saws or pruning shears. Operate a vehicle mounted work planning computer. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Climbing techniques and proper use and care of tree pruning equipment. Common hazards incurred in climbing, pruning, and felling trees and safety precautions to be observed. Safety rules and practices used in operating and maintaining tree pruning equipment and trucks. Common knots and rope ties used in tree pruning work. Planting, transplanting, and seeding methods. Methods used to protect trees from fungi and insects. Common names and growth characteristics of trees grown in the City of Sacramento. Common insect and disease problems which affect trees in the City of Sacramento. Tree pruning techniques and practices used by the City Tree Section. Ability to: Climb trees and work at heights, sometimes in precarious positions and under adverse weather conditions. Learn to use tree pruning and maintenance equipment. Follow oral and written instructions. Operate tree pruning equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Maintain periodic updated CPR and first aid training. Obtain a California Class B Driver License by the end of probationary period. Climb and prune trees using ropes, cables, climbing saddles, and spurs with greater independence and less lead supervision than the Tree Pruner Trainee. Operate aerial tower truck. Operate a computer. Operate chain and hand saws, power or pole pruners, axes, and other hand tools used in tree pruning and maintenance work. Perform journey-level work without direct supervision in pruning and removing City trees. Experience: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Three years of qualifying experience pruning or removing large trees. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. Probationary Period: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Possession of a Class B Driver License is required within 12 months of appointment . Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Assessment: If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The conditions herein are typically required of an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of their job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Working Conditions: May be required to be on-call and to work various shifts or emergencies during evenings, weekends, and holidays to resolve emergency problems. Environmental Conditions: Incumbents work in the field and are exposed to uneven terrain, extreme noise levels (e.g. chainsaws, chippers, and heavy equipment), cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, electrical utilities and road hazards, hazardous substances, dust, and fumes; must wear protective equipment; exposure to saw dust, dirt dust, and diesel and gasoline exhaust, gasoline, lubricants, and animal feces; work around moving machinery, equipment, high traffic areas, and heavy falling objects; exposure to insects, bees, and wasps; and, work at elevation Physical Requirements: Must possess depth perception, far, near, and peripheral vision; eye-hand coordination; multi-limb and body coordination; arm-hand steadiness; quick reaction time; trunk strength; wrist-finger speed; muscle endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue; ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions, quickly move hand and arm to grasp, perform repetitive hand motions, grasping, finger dexterity; exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects; quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs; quickly move arms and legs; keep or gain body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position; hear, talk, stand, sit, walk, climb at elevation, bend, squat, kneel, and reach. Must be able to lift and carry 10-90 pounds occasionally. Push and pull up to 50 pounds frequently and 50-100 pounds occasionally. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application to the Employment Office by the final filing cut-off date: Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application . Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing cut-off dates . Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Screening For Most Qualified: (Pass/Fail) - In the event of a large candidate pool, each candidate's Work Experience section of the application will be evaluated and rated. Only those candidates determined to be the most qualified will proceed to the next step in the selection process. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the Work Experience section of the application. 4. Performance Test: (Weighted 100%) - Qualified candidates will be notified by email of the test date, time, and location approximately one to two weeks prior to the test. The performance test will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the knowledge and abilities as outlined above. The performance exam will be administered in English only. TEST EXEMPTION - If you have previously taken the Tree Pruner II exam within the past year of the final filing date of this posting, you may be considered exempt from taking the Tree Pruner II Exam. The City of Sacramento’s Human Resources Department will verify applicant’s eligibility at the time of the final filing deadline of this job posting. 5. Eligibility - Candidates who pass the performance test will be placed on an eligible list. The hiring department may contact those on the eligible list for an interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Tree Pruner II examination. Candidates can take the examination at any time to maintain eligibility. If you are currently on an active eligible list for the Tree Pruner II classification, it is unnecessary to retake the examination. The eligible list is effective one year from the date of passing the examination for the Tree Pruner II . If you are hired from the eligible list you will no longer have active status on the eligible list per Civil Service Board Rule , 5.7( i ). Applicants interested in maintaining their eligibility will need to take and pass the exam after their hire date. 6. Conditional Hire : Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan / fingerprinting ; review by Human Resources, a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and / or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut - off dates are: 3/31/24, 6/30/24, 9/30/24 and 12/31/24 To prune and remove trees along City streets and to perform other related maintenance duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the third and full journey-level class in the Tree Pruner series. Incumbents work under direction and are expected to perform skilled tree pruning work. Work in this class is distinguished from that of Tree Pruner I by the greater complexity of the work and by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are filled by advancement from the lower level class of Tree Pruner I. Appointment to the class of Tree Pruner II requires that the employee be performing substantially the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Lead direction is provided by the Senior Tree Pruner class. No supervisory responsibilities are included in the duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or may be required to perform related duties as needed: Climb trees using ropes, cables, climbing saddles, and spurs and operate aerial tower truck to remove undesired branches, limbs, and trees; lower removed portions to the ground with bull ropes. Operate chain and hand saws, power or pole pruners, axes, and other hand tools for felling trees or cutting felled trees; operate chipper and brush truck. Remove overhanging branches and split or broken limbs after a storm. Prune trees for clearance of overhead utility facilities excluding high voltage line clearance. Sharpen and maintain tools, ropes, and other safety equipment. Participate in planting, transplanting and seeding of trees. Operate boom trucks, loaders, stump chippers, brush chippers, tractors, power saws, trucks, sprayers, and other equipment and tools. Clean, sharpen, and lubricate tools and equipment. Cut away dead and excess branches from trees, or clear branches around power lines, using climbing equipment or buckets of extended truck booms, and/or chainsaws, hooks, handsaws, shears, and clippers. Trim, top, and reshape trees to achieve attractive shapes or to remove low hanging branches. Prune, cut down, fertilize, and spray trees as directed by tree surgeons. Hoist tools and equipment to tree trimmers, and lower branches with ropes or block and tackle. Operate shredding and chipping equipment, and feed limbs and brush into the machines. Load debris and refuse onto trucks and haul it away for disposal. Collect debris and refuse from tree trimming and removal operations into piles, using shovels, rakes or other tools. Clear sites, streets, and grounds of woody and herbaceous materials, such as tree stumps and fallen trees and limbs. Remove broken limbs from wires, using hood extension poles. Trim jagged stumps, using saws or pruning shears. Operate a vehicle mounted work planning computer. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Climbing techniques and proper use and care of tree pruning equipment. Common hazards incurred in climbing, pruning, and felling trees and safety precautions to be observed. Safety rules and practices used in operating and maintaining tree pruning equipment and trucks. Common knots and rope ties used in tree pruning work. Planting, transplanting, and seeding methods. Methods used to protect trees from fungi and insects. Common names and growth characteristics of trees grown in the City of Sacramento. Common insect and disease problems which affect trees in the City of Sacramento. Tree pruning techniques and practices used by the City Tree Section. Ability to: Climb trees and work at heights, sometimes in precarious positions and under adverse weather conditions. Learn to use tree pruning and maintenance equipment. Follow oral and written instructions. Operate tree pruning equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Maintain periodic updated CPR and first aid training. Obtain a California Class B Driver License by the end of probationary period. Climb and prune trees using ropes, cables, climbing saddles, and spurs with greater independence and less lead supervision than the Tree Pruner Trainee. Operate aerial tower truck. Operate a computer. Operate chain and hand saws, power or pole pruners, axes, and other hand tools used in tree pruning and maintenance work. Perform journey-level work without direct supervision in pruning and removing City trees. Experience: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Three years of qualifying experience pruning or removing large trees. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. Probationary Period: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Possession of a Class B Driver License is required within 12 months of appointment . Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Assessment: If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The conditions herein are typically required of an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of their job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Working Conditions: May be required to be on-call and to work various shifts or emergencies during evenings, weekends, and holidays to resolve emergency problems. Environmental Conditions: Incumbents work in the field and are exposed to uneven terrain, extreme noise levels (e.g. chainsaws, chippers, and heavy equipment), cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, electrical utilities and road hazards, hazardous substances, dust, and fumes; must wear protective equipment; exposure to saw dust, dirt dust, and diesel and gasoline exhaust, gasoline, lubricants, and animal feces; work around moving machinery, equipment, high traffic areas, and heavy falling objects; exposure to insects, bees, and wasps; and, work at elevation Physical Requirements: Must possess depth perception, far, near, and peripheral vision; eye-hand coordination; multi-limb and body coordination; arm-hand steadiness; quick reaction time; trunk strength; wrist-finger speed; muscle endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue; ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or vehicle to exact positions, quickly move hand and arm to grasp, perform repetitive hand motions, grasping, finger dexterity; exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects; quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs; quickly move arms and legs; keep or gain body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position; hear, talk, stand, sit, walk, climb at elevation, bend, squat, kneel, and reach. Must be able to lift and carry 10-90 pounds occasionally. Push and pull up to 50 pounds frequently and 50-100 pounds occasionally. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently , including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application to the Employment Office by the final filing cut-off date: Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week ). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application . Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing cut-off dates . Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. 3. Screening For Most Qualified: (Pass/Fail) - In the event of a large candidate pool, each candidate's Work Experience section of the application will be evaluated and rated. Only those candidates determined to be the most qualified will proceed to the next step in the selection process. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the Work Experience section of the application. 4. Performance Test: (Weighted 100%) - Qualified candidates will be notified by email of the test date, time, and location approximately one to two weeks prior to the test. The performance test will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the knowledge and abilities as outlined above. The performance exam will be administered in English only. TEST EXEMPTION - If you have previously taken the Tree Pruner II exam within the past year of the final filing date of this posting, you may be considered exempt from taking the Tree Pruner II Exam. The City of Sacramento’s Human Resources Department will verify applicant’s eligibility at the time of the final filing deadline of this job posting. 5. Eligibility - Candidates who pass the performance test will be placed on an eligible list. The hiring department may contact those on the eligible list for an interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Tree Pruner II examination. Candidates can take the examination at any time to maintain eligibility. If you are currently on an active eligible list for the Tree Pruner II classification, it is unnecessary to retake the examination. The eligible list is effective one year from the date of passing the examination for the Tree Pruner II . If you are hired from the eligible list you will no longer have active status on the eligible list per Civil Service Board Rule , 5.7( i ). Applicants interested in maintaining their eligibility will need to take and pass the exam after their hire date. 6. Conditional Hire : Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan / fingerprinting ; review by Human Resources, a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and / or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 12/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific