Position Description
Are you looking for a way to have an impact on the community in which you work? If so, apply today for an opportunity to become an essential member of our team! Your next fulfilling career awaits in the beautiful City of Belvedere.
The City of Belvedere is seeking qualified, experienced, well-organized, and team-oriented candidates to apply for the position of Maintenance Worker I (MWI) or Maintenance Worker II (MWII). Initial appointment at the MWI or MWII level will be determined by the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
Regional Government Services (RGS) is conducting this recruitment for the City of Belvedere. Maintenance Worker positions perform a variety of manual and semiskilled tasks involving maintenance and cleaning of streets, storm drains, public rights-of-way, landscaped areas, equipment, buildings, and other public facilities. Additionally, this position will be responsible for operating a variety of power-driven, handheld, and "walk behind" equipment and for providing excellent customer service to members of the community.
DISTINGUISHING CLASS CHARACTERISTICSMaintenance Worker IMaintenance Worker I is the entry-level to the classification series. Under close supervision, the Maintenance Worker I performs semi-skilled and repetitive tasks while learning to use and apply the methods, materials, tools, and equipment involved. The Maintenance Worker I may operate street sweeping equipment and other heavy and light machinery.
Maintenance Worker IIMaintenance Worker II is the full working level of the series. At this level, the Maintenance Worker II performs highly skilled tasks, works with greater independence, and performs more equipment operations. Employees in this classification may work without direct site supervision. Maintenance Worker II operates street sweeping equipment and other heavy and light machinery.
IDEAL CANDIDATE The Ideal Candidate Will:
- Have experience related to public works practices and equipment
- Have experience with the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets and related public works facilities
- Have experience with storm drainage system maintenance programs
- Have experience in a lead or supervisory role in a public works-related environment
- Be an individual who is accountable, ethical, self-motivated, friendly, adaptable, comfortable working independently, and in a team-oriented environment
- Be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills to perform the job functions in a constantly changing environment
- Have the ability to prioritize daily work for efficiency
- Have demonstrated ability to use tools, heavy equipment, and electronic equipment, including using computers in the course of duty
- Possess, or have the ability to possess, the required job-related certifications
- Interact tactfully, effectively, courteously, and concisely with members of the general public and City employees
- Maintain a calm demeanor in stressful or conflict situations, responding in a manner that diffuses and/or resolves the situation
- Demonstrate knowledge of safe work practices
- Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
THE CITY The City of Belvedere is a unique, highly educated and engaged residential community of just over 2,000 residents located in beautiful Marin County, just north of the Golden Gate Bridge at the southern tip of the picturesque Tiburon Peninsula. The City was incorporated in 1896, is less than one square mile in size, and is surrounded on three sides by the waters of San Francisco. There are spectacular views of San Francisco, Angel Island, the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalito, and Mt. Tamalpais.
THE DEPARTMENT
The Public Works Department is responsible for the management andmaintenance of streets, storm drains, public rights-of-way, landscaped areas, City trees, equipment, buildings, and other public facilities.
COMPETENCIES Adaptability and Flexibility - Shifts gears comfortably.
Attention to Detail - Accomplishes tasks with thoroughness and accuracy.
Communication - Effectively conveys and exchanges thoughts, opinions, and information verbally and in writing.
Customer Service - Maintains on-going client relationships.
Initiative/Problem Solving - sees and assesses problems and implements solutions.
Interpersonal Relations and Skills - Builds relationships based on mutual trust and respect.
Reliability and Commitment - Shows commitment, dedication, and accountability in one's work, and follows through on all projects, goals, and aspects of one's work.
Safety - Works to comply with safety regulations and helps to promote safety consciousness and well-being.
Teamwork - Works collaboratively with others to achieve a goal.
Time Management - gets work done in an efficient and timely manner.
Examples of Duties
- Performs maintenance and repair tasks involving carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and/or vehicle maintenance.
- Operates power equipment such as chainsaws, power saws, gas trimmers, electric blowers, pumps and generators, and similar equipment.
- Removes debris and assists in cleaning and clearing of public parks, lanes, storm drain systems, and recreation facilities.
- Installs street signs and post and pavement markers.
- Constructs guardrails, sheds, signposts, and similar minor structures.
- Operates City vehicles and equipment such as dump truck, loader, pickup trucks, street sweeper, and brush chipper.
- Maintenance of City parks including mowing, edging, blowing, and trimming.
- Maintenance of irrigation systems and timers.
- Uses shovels, rakes, and other hand tools.
- Paints curbs, handrails, and similar facilities.
- Performs routine and special maintenance on vehicles and other City equipment.
- Knows basic safety procedures.
- Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities of Maintenance Worker II:- Performs and directs routine maintenance and replacement tasks on the street sweeper.
- Completes activity reports and keeps maintenance records.
- Oversees the routine work of Maintenance Worker I.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:- Some or all of the following: basic carpentry, electrical, landscape maintenance, plumbing, and vehicle maintenance.
Ability to:- Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information to residents and other City employees.
- Add, subtract, multiply, and divide, measure using fractions and/or decimals.
- Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
Physical ability to:- Stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
- Climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
- Use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.
- Work in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold.
- Be available to be on call for emergencies and during severe weather events.
- May use cleaning and lubricating chemicals and ingredients which would expose the employee to fumes, dust, and air contaminants which may cause eye and skin irritation.
- Climb ladders, use power and noise-producing tools and equipment, and drive motorized vehicles, which would expose the employee to mechanical, electrical, and traffic hazards.
- The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities is qualifying, such as:
- Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalency such as a General Education Degree (GED) or High School Equivalency certificate.
- A valid California Class C driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Six (6) months prior maintenance experience, preferably in a public agency.
- Previous experience in the operation of power-driven equipment is desirable but not required.
Additional Qualifications for Maintenance Worker II:- Three (3) years of experience in public works maintenance areas such as irrigation systems, streets, trees, parks, landscaping, or other related areas, equivalent to the duties and responsibilities of a Maintenance Worker I Classification with the City of Belvedere.
Supplemental Information
SALARY AND BENEFITS Salary: Maintenance Worker I $4,817 - $5,855 Monthly
Salary: Maintenance Worker II Salary: $5,395 - $6,558 Monthly
EXAMPLES OF BENEFITS CalPERS Retirement Plan - 2% @55 (Classic) or 2% @ 62 PEPRA).
Medical - City pays 100% of premium for employee + family coverage up to PERS Choice plan rates.
Dental - City pays 100% of premium for employee + family coverage.
Vision - City pays 100% of premium for employee + family coverage.
Life Insurance - City pays 1x salary amount, up to $100,000 maximum coverage.
Long Term Disability - City contributes 100% of premium.
457 Deferred Compensation - City contributes $185 per month towards 457 Plan.
Vacation - 80 hours per year after 12 months of employment; increases after 3 years of employment.
Holidays - 11 paid holidays, plus 24 hours floating holiday pay
Sick Leave - 96 hours per year; accrual capped at 1,040 hours.
APPLICATION PROCESS AND SELECTION PROCEDURE: Deadline to apply: Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 11:59 PM (PST)
To Apply, Go To: https://bit.ly/BELVMW. Applications must be submitted on-line through this applicant tracking system. Materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. All statements made on the application and supplemental materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for immediate disqualification, removal from eligibility list or discharge from employment. All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed to determine each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training and education qualifications. Resumes will not be considered in lieu of the required completed employment application. For questions or assistance with completing your application materials you may contact Barbara Duncan at
bduncan@rgs.ca.gov.
Application Screening - (Pass/Fail) After the closing deadline, applications will be screened in relation to the criteria indicated in this announcement. Incomplete, late, emailed, and faxed applications are not accepted. Each candidate’s background will be evaluated based on information submitted at the time of application.
Minimum Qualification Assessment - (Pass/Fail) All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and assessed for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications.
Only those candidates whose skills and abilities best meet the needs of the City will be invited to continue to the next step.
Online Skills Assessment - (Pass/Fail) An Online Skills Assessment, which is tentatively scheduled for the
week of May 13, 2024, may be used to evaluate candidates' knowledge and skills for the position. Candidates who are most qualified may be invited to a Remote Screen Interview Examination.
Remote Screen Interview Exam - (100%) Candidates who pass the Online Skills Assessment may be invited to a Remote Screen Interview Examination to evaluate training, experience, and other job-related qualifications for the position. The Remote Screen Interview will be conducted remotely via a video conference platform and is tentatively scheduled for the
week of May 20, 2024. Successful candidates will be submitted to the City of Belvedere for further consideration.
All communication and notices will be sent via e-mail. Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to
bduncan@rgs.ca.gov. Neither Regional Government Services nor the City of Belvedere are responsible for failure of internet forms or email transmission in submitting your application. Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Regional Government Services by emailing
bduncan@rgs.ca.gov.
The City of Belvedere is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Closing Date/Time: 5/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
