Maintenance Worker I / II - Streets Division

Maintenance Worker I / II

The City of Dixon is recruiting to fill a full-time position of a Maintenance Worker I / II in the Public Works Streets Division and to establish an eligibility list for future use.

Essential Job Functions When Assigned to Streets : Performs semi-skilled and skilled repair and maintenance tasks involving traffic painting, traffic sign installation and maintenance and the installation of reflectors; performs minor street asphalting, patching and sealing; performs cement work on sidewalks, curbs and gutters; performs weed spraying, tree and bush trimming; performs graffiti removal. Positions operate backhoe for preparing grades and trenching and operate other equipment including, but not limited to, paint sprayer and striper, tractor, scraper, rototiller, chain saw, weed eater, mower, air compressor, paving machine, sand blaster, and emulsion sprayer.

Maintenance Worker I : This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Worker series and positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience.

Maintenance Worker II : This is the journey level class in the Maintenance Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties.

Ideal Candidate :

Maintenance Worker I :

Knowledge & Abilities :

Knowledge of uses and purposes of general construction and maintenance tools, materials and equipment; safe working practices.

Ability to learn semi-skilled and skilled tasks involving the maintenance and repair of public works facilities; perform heavy manual labor; understand and carry out oral and written directions; maintain a safe working environment; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Education & Experience :

Education : Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience : None required; experience performing repair and maintenance tasks related to assignment is highly desirable.

Other Requirements :

This position requires possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License within 30 days of appointment and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.

Some positions may require possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Pesticide Applicator's Certification based on assignment.

Maintenance Worker II :

In addition to the qualifications for a Maintenance Worker I :

Knowledge & Abilities :

Knowledge of the safe operation of a variety of power and construction equipment including, but not limited to, trucks, loaders and related equipment; tools, methods and materials used in street and storm drain, parks, and building repair and maintenance.

Ability to independently perform semi-skilled and skilled duties related to the maintenance and repair of public works facilities; maintain records; safely operate hand and construction tools and equipment.

Education & Experience :

Education : Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience : Two years of increasingly responsible experience equivalent to Maintenance Worker I or Utilities Maintenance Worker I in the City of Dixon.

Other Requirements :

In addition to the Other Requirements listed for a Maintenance Worker I, some positions may require the ability to obtain a Class B or A Driver's License within one year, as designated by management.

Application Process : Applications will be reviewed after the recruitment has closed and candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience will continue in the recruitment process.

Exam Process : A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience may participate in an interview process (weighted 100%). The most qualified candidates from this process will be placed on an employment eligibility list. Note : the examination process may be changed as deemed necessary.

Employment Processing : Those selected will be subject to a pre-employment medical and Live Scan. In accordance with Federal law, an employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.

Veteran's Preference Points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling 707-678-7000.