Service and Maintenance Aide

3 weeks ago

Modesto, United States City of Modesto, CA Full time
Salary: $16.00 - $19.45 Hourly

Location : Modesto, CA

Job Type: Hourly

Job Number: 03517

Department: Multiple Departments

Opening Date: 01/24/2024

Bargaining Unit: N/A

THE POSITION

The City of Modesto is currently recruiting for part-time Service and Maintenance Aides to join our team

The Service and Maintenance Aide is used to provide unskilled and/or semi-skilled labor and maintenance work. Service and Maintenance Aides are assigned to the City's Public Works Department, Utilities Department, Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department and Modesto Police Department are used in various divisions including parks, streets, community forestry, graffiti abatement, building services, and water operations.

This is an hourly position, limited to working approximately 19 hours per week or 1000 hours annually, whichever comes first. This position is non-benefitted and is designated as a non-classified, at-will position.

Employees must be willing to work flexible hours including weekends, nights, holidays, and/or split-shift assignments.

Application Process:
Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received, resumes will not be screened for the purpose of determining who is the most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application with the words "SEE RESUME."

All applicants who meet minimum qualifications will be invited to the next phase of the testing process which will include a one-way interview through Spark Hire. Interviews will be completed on a monthly basis.

Human Resources reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City.

The City of Modesto is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS

Essential and other important responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Sweep, mop, and clean areas; clean and sanitize restrooms.

Load and unload supplies and materials.

Work as part of a maintenance crew involved in City service areas such as parks, streets, forestry, airport, or utilities.

Operate large riding mowers, tractors, and other turf maintenance equipment.

Apply herbicides with large and small sprayers.

Lead crews of non-paid labor including court referrals and youth summer program participants.

Operate construction equipment such as dump trucks, rollers, and front loaders; operate a variety of power tools such as hammers, compressors, paint sprayers, and saws.

Maintain and repair public sprinkler systems.

Pick up trash on property and remove noxious weeds.

If assigned to the airport, perform airfield inspections.

Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.

Observe and maintain a safe working environment in compliance with established safety programs and procedures.

Marginal Functions:

Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Safe work practices.

Tools, materials, and equipment used in general maintenance work.
Ability to:

Understand and follow oral and written directions.

Depending on assignment, perform occasional lifting of 75 to 100 lbs.

Work in confined spaces.

Perform manual labor and custodial duties of a routine nature in assigned maintenance area.

Read and write at a level necessary for acceptable job performance.

Perform basic arithmetic.

Follow and interpret written instructions.

Respond appropriately to deadlines and emergencies.

Prepare basic reports and maintain work records.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

No specific experience is required.

Training:

High School diploma or GED equivalency.

License/Certificates:

Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Additional Requirements:

Must be a minimum 18 years of age at time of application.

When assigned to Airport, a FAA background is required.

When assigned to Police, candidates are subject to a background investigation including fingerprinting.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting.Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. Environmental: frequent exposure to noise.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a typical temperature-controlled office environment subject to typical office noise and environment. Some positions may be assigned to remote locations. Positions may require occasional overtime and weekend work and travel is rare.

NO BENEFITS.

01

I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete the following Supplemental Questions and provide concise but detailed answers. I understand these responses must match the information I provide in the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. When answering narrative descriptions of my experience, I understand that I must include the name of the employer, dates of employment, and the name and phone number of my supervisor. I certify that all information provided on this application and the Supplemental Questions is true to the best of my knowledge.
  • I have read and understand the above instructions


02

By selecting YES below, you understand that this is an hourly position, limited to working approximately 1000 hours annually. This position is non-benefitted and is designated as a non-classified, at-will position.
  • Yes
  • No


03

Do you possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency?
  • Yes
  • No


04

Are you 18 years of age or older?
  • Yes
  • No


05

Do you have a valid Class C California Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No


06

Rate your work experience performing semi-skilled labor tasks such as pressure washing, sandblasting, planting, trimming, pruning, shoveling, asphalt patching, mowing, edging, concrete pouring, digging, and finishing, hauling trash/shrubs, utilizing various hand tools and power equipment.
  • None
  • 1-6 months
  • 6-12 months
  • 12-24 months
  • More than 24 months


07

Select all equipment you have used performing semi-skilled labor tasks.
  • None
  • Pruning Sheers
  • Jackhammer
  • Shovel
  • Tractor
  • Mower
  • Concrete cutting equipment
  • Pipe cutter
  • Pressure washer
  • Finishing concrete
  • Chain saw
  • Pole saw
  • Pole pruner
  • Backpack blower
  • Hauling trash/shrubs


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