County Service Area Facilities Caretaker

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riversides Office of Economic Development Department is seeking to fill one vacancy for a County Service Area (CSA) Facilities Caretaker located in Riverside.

The incumbent will travel throughout the county to perform a variety of grounds maintenance and landscape gardening work for a County Service Area; to perform a variety of semi-skilled building repair and maintenance work; and to do other work as required. Competitive candidates will possess relevant experience in landscaping park maintenance gardening irrigation plumbing repairs and general building maintenance. Knowledge of power tools is also beneficial. A valid California Class A commercial driver license is highly desired.

Incumbents of this class perform general gardening and grounds work and interior and exterior building maintenance. The CSA Facilities Caretaker is distinguished from other grounds and building maintenance workers in that the incumbent has independent daily responsibility of the care of the facilities of an outlying CSA including coordinating and supervising the progress of improvement and renovation projects.

This position follows a 9 / 80 schedule 6am - 3 : 30pm with alternating Fridays off. Uniforms will be provided.

Meet the Team!

The Office of Economic Developments mission is to elevate the economic position of the county and foster economic vitality encourage business growth build a positive business climate preserve and enhance neighborhoods improve the quality of life provide and promote cultural and learning opportunities for all.

The Office of Economic Development has several units that aggressively promote Riverside County and its business development opportunities including Economic Development International Business Office Libraries and Special Districts. The overarching goal of the department is to facilitate regional economic development efforts that promote job growth investment entrepreneurship and innovation; the office also creates a business-friendly climate that supports the efforts of the private sector.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Plants cultivates waters and sprays plants lawns shrubs and trees; transplants trees and shrubs; prunes plants shrubs and tees; selects and applies fertilizers insecticides and other chemicals.

Maintains sprinkling systems hoses tools supplies and other gardening equipment assembles installs and maintains playground equipment; installs and repairs fences; repairs asphalt parking lot.

Operates and maintains a variety of tractors and trucks in hauling trash dirt and rocks in clearing and leveling park areas; cleans and services restrooms.

Checks buildings and equipment to locate needed repair or maintenance; applies paint to equipment and building interiors and exteriors.

Maintains and makes minor repairs to plumbing systems air conditioning and heating and other mechanical equipment; performs general custodial duties.

Performs semi-skilled carpentry work; services and repairs doors gate locks and latches.

Estimates and recommends type and amount of supplies and equipment needed; recommends improvement projects; reviews planned project plans and recommends alternatives.

Supervises trustee labor in performance of building and grounds maintenance or improvement installation projects; supervises the public use of the park area; answers questions from and resolves problems involving the public regarding park rules regulations and available facilities.

May coordinate the use of the park as a fire camp with representatives from the fire station during fire fighting activities; patrols and protects the property.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience : Two years in grounds maintenance or landscape gardening work and general building maintenance.

Knowledge of : The methods and practices of gardening lawn installation and maintenance; had power tools equipment and materials used in grounds maintenance and carpentry plumbing painting and electrical trades; the use and properties of pesticides fertilizers and related chemicals; custodial supplies and equipment.

Ability to : Read and follow written or oral instructions; perform a variety of routine grounds building equipment and vehicle maintenance and repair; operate equipment used in building and grounds maintenance; lay out and supervise the work of trustee labor; learn to read and interpret building and grounds improvement plans; work effectively without close supervision; keep records and prepare reports; deal courteously and tactfully with the general public.

Other Requirements

License : Possession of a valid Class C California Drivers License is required the incumbent will be driving a county vehicle to and from different locations throughout Riverside County.

Physical Environment : Essential duties will sometimes be performed in remote locations requiring traveling over uneven terrain. Incumbent may frequently be required to lift heavy objects such as heavy trash bags fertilizer bags equipment such as chainsaws and maintenance supplies. The CSA Facilities Caretaker will need to move objects for example a spare tire or package of concrete mix over long distances with or without reasonable accommodation.

Environmental Conditions : The majority of this position will entail working outdoors in inclement weather conditions (rain sleet wind and Summer temperatures exceeding 95 degrees Fahrenheit).

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding this recruitmen tc ontact : Valeria Ramirez at

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C-3 is available here : Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and / or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at : of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official / unofficial transcript(s) degrees and / or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. ( AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency / department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and / or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience / education is reflected on your application / resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .

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Experience : years

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