The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top 10 cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Airport Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees.
Prior to the impact of COVID, San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) served more than 15 million passengers annually with 450 peak daily departures and arrivals on 13 international and domestic carriers to 50+ nonstop destinations. SJC has been one of America's fastest-growing major airports over the past four-year period, based on percentage increase in passenger seat capacity. We are looking for team members who can work toward our Mission Statement to "Connect, Serve and Inspire" and our Vision Statement to "Transform how Silicon Valley Travels". For more information about SJC, visit http://www.flysanjose.com .
The Maintenance Assistant/Maintenance Worker I is the flexibly staffed entry/journey class in the Maintenance Worker series, described as follows:
The salary range for Maintenance Assistant is: $54,537.60 - $69,576.00.
The salary range for Maintenance Worker I is: $ 68,473.60 - $83,304.00
The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience.
San José Mineta International Airport is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Assistant. This vacancy is for our Swing Swift team, which is roughly from 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 pm.
The Maintenance Assistant position is responsible for raking leaves and debris, digging post holes, trimming hedges and trees, as well as cleaning large areas that contain debris, weeds, abandoned materials, catch basins and gutters. The Maintenance Assistant will also be required to safely operate pressure washers, scrubbers, sweepers, pick-up trucks, as well as tractors with flail mower attachments. Other responsibilities include assisting with forming, pouring and finishing of new concrete surfaces, and working on landscape projects near roadways, which may involve proper set-up of roadway markings and traffic control. In addition, this position will be responsible for planting ground covers, flowers, plants and trees, using a variety of soil amendments and fertilizers. The use of power hand tools for the maintenance and repair of plumbing fixtures, doors, roofs, sanitary sewer line cleaning, changing lamps, emptying trash and picking up trash/debris in assigned areas will also be required.
Other duties may include: - Digs holes, trenches, and ditches using picks, shovels, jack hammers, spades, cultivating forks, post hole diggers and other tools; loads, unloads, shovels, and rakes sand, gravel, dirt, fertilizer, loam, asphalt, and other materials.
- Participates in the repair of sewer lines, checking of sanitary sewers, laying of sewer pipes, and installation of sewer connections.
- Performs labor in the planting, cultivating, trimming, removing, watering, and spraying of lawns, plants and other vegetation.
- Mows and trims lawns, rakes leaves, hoes weeds, clears paths and trails, empties trash containers, cleans equipment, structures, and facilities, such as courts, swimming pools, park grounds, restrooms and work areas.
- Performs labor in the erecting of tree supports
- Sets up cones and barricades for traffic and safety control, may perform as a flag person.
- Lifts heavy weights.
- Operates small dump trucks, light flatbed trucks, portable cement mixers, small sweepers and other equipment.
- Uses tools such as air spades, tampers, picks, shovels, hoes, rakes, pruning shears, rototillers, trimmers, shears, edgers, loppers, pruners and other items.
- Uses general carpentry, mechanical and hand tools, such as saws, drills, wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers, ladders and other tools.
- Is responsible for safe operation of equipment and tools.
- Is responsible for vehicle and pedestrian traffic safety in work areas.
- May provide information and deal with the public.
- May complete vandalism reports, work orders and other related service forms.
- Incumbents in this position are required to possess and maintain all Airport grounds and Airside Operations Area (MOAP) driving privileges.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
DUTY NO. TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES : (These duties and estimated frequency are a representative sample; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of thedepartment.) Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: FREQUENCY* 1 Digs holes, trenches, and ditches; loads, unloads, shovels, and rakes sand, gravel, dirt, fertilizer, loam, asphalt, and other materials. Daily/Several Times 2. Operates a wide range of hand, mechanical and power tools, as well as a variety of light and heavy vehicle, trucks and equipment, relevant to assigned work; complies with all safety regulations in the operation of tools and equipment. Daily/Several Times 3. Participates in, or performs, a variety of semi-skilled tasks such as cleaning catch basins and plugged sewers; repairing and unplugging sewer laterals, mains and storm drains; repairing and replacing water lines; repairing and patching street surfaces; and installing and repairing chain-link fences. Daily/Several Times 4. Performs labor in the planting, cultivating, trimming, removing, watering, aerating, pruning, and spraying of lawns, plants and other vegetation; grades and prepares base paths, applies top dressing, lays sod and seeds to athletic infields and outfields; applies fungicides, herbicides, insecticides, and fertilizers. Daily/Several Times 5. Performs duties with respect to vehicle, pedestrian, bike lane, and general traffic safety in work areas; sets up cones and barricades for traffic and safety control; may perform as a flag person. Daily/Several Times 6. May perform welding, cutting, drilling and repairing of metal fixtures and equipment. Daily/Several Times 7. Picks up, receives, inventories, issues, and delivers parts, tools, machines, equipment and supplies. Daily 8. Cleans and lubricates machinery, engines, and equipment using steam and solvents. Daily 9. May provide information and explain programs and policies to the public. Daily 10. May complete reports, records, work orders, and other related service forms; tracks daily performance and enters data into automated system. Daily 11. Picks-up garbage and litter around the City facilities and auxiliary areas. Daily 12. Performs labor in the erecting of tree supports, building of park benches, barbecue pits, retaining walls, and other items. Weekly 13. Installs, adjusts, and repairs sprinkler lines, and irrigation systems. Schedules automatic irrigation controllers. Weekly 14. Maintains, and makes minor repairs, in accordance with standards to playground/picnic equipment and areas, park trails, firebreaks, and athletic fields, including grandstand and adjacent parking areas and facilities. As Required 15. May provide lead guidance to less experienced workers. As Required 16. May assist in firefighting and rescue duties in wilderness park areas. As Required 17. Performs other re
lated duties as assigned. As Required *Frequency defined as Daily/Several Times, Daily, Weekly, Intermittent, or As Required
Education and Experience Maintenance Assistant
Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate).
Maintenance Worker I
Completion of high school or equivalent (General Educational Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency certificate) AND one (1) year of experience in the maintenance and repair of streets, sewers, parks, athletic fields, or public facilities.
Required Licensing (such as driver's license, certifications, etc.)- As a condition of employment in some designated positions, the following may be required:
- Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California; or
- possession of a valid State of California Class A or B driver's license with applicable endorsements; or
- possession of a valid State of California Certified Commercial Applicator's License.
Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the essential physical functions of this position will be determined by a post-offer medical examination conducted by City of San Jose Employee Health Services.
DMV Authorization for Release of Driver Record Information: As part of the conditional offer, all candidates will be required to complete and submit the DMV Authorization for Release of Driver Record Information form and will be enrolled in the Employer Pull Notice (EPN) program.
(Incumbentsmayberequiredtohavedifferent combinationsofthelistedqualifications,ormore specific job-related qualifications depending on the position.)BasicCompetencies(Neededatentryintothejobinordertoperform theessential duties.)- Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
- Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
- Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel.
- Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
- Customer Service - Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers' needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently using professional demeanor.
- Flexibility -Makes effective decisions and achieves desired results in the midst of major changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment.
- Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate.
- Multi-Tasking- Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s).
Selection ProcessThe selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.
You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Tessa Elkins at telkins@sjc.org .
Additional Information -Link to Benefits page
-Link to Department website: http://www.flysanjose.com/
Please note that applications are currently
not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers .
The application deadline is
11:59 p.m. on August 2, 2024. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. Please contact Human Resources at (408) 535-1285, or Human.Resources@sanjoseca.gov if you have any questions.
