Maintenance Worker ll

To perform a variety of routine manual work in the maintenance, repair, and construction of streets, signs, sewers, storm drains, and related structures; to operate and maintain related tools and equipment; and to perform related work as assigned. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the full journey level class in the maintenance series and it is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I level by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instruction or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level, or when filled from the outside, have prior experience. Essential Functions Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: perform a variety of routine manual work in the maintenance, repair, and construction of streets, signs, pavement markings, graffiti eradication, sewers, storm drains, and related structures; operate and maintain a variety of construction and maintenance equipment, light and heavy trucks, and power tools, such as jackhammers, concrete saws, tampers, rollers, compressors, generators, skip loaders, spreader boxes, berm machines, backhoes, rodding machines, sewer flushers, bobcats, gas and leak detectors; airless spray equipment, heat bonding machines, and stripers; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment; fuel and lubricate vehicles and related equipment; operate City trucks, trailers and tractors with attachments skillfully and safely; wash and clean assigned vehicles; use appropriate safety equipment; inspect vehicles and perform minor maintenance; and report the need for major repairs and service; paint traffic control markings and stencils on pavements and curbs using airless spray equipment and brushes; install, repair, and replace street signs and posts; clean and maintain existing signs; remove graffiti from City property; install raised traffic bars and reflectors; operate and maintain a wide variety of hand and power tools; fabricate traffic and other signs according to established standards; install, repair and maintain sewer mains and laterals; raise manholes; clear mains and laterals with jet and hand rods; clean and maintain storm drains, pipes, catch basins, and flood channels; chemically treat mains; break, remove, and replace concrete and asphalt; dig, shovel, haul, load and unload soils, sand, asphalt mixes and other materials; haul materials to and from sites; remove concrete, build forms and prepare sub grades; mix, pour and finish concrete sidewalks, curbs, gutters and driveways; repair private property damaged in the course of the work; spread, shovel, rake, float and roll asphalt; spray oil; sand seal surfaces; chip seal streets; repair potholes; respond to customer complaints; respond to emergency situations; work overtime, off-hour shifts and on-call on a rotation basis, as needed; observe safe work methods and use safety equipment; secure worksites from traffic hazards as necessary; keep work related records using a computer; assist in the instruction and training of less experienced staff; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service; act as Senior Maintenance Worker in his/her absence as directed; perform other related duties as assigned. 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 at least one year of responsible experience in street and sewer maintenance, traffic painting and signing and concrete work at a level equivalent to the Maintenance Worker I or one year of experience as a Maintenance Worker I with the City of Chula Vista AND formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid Class "B" California driver's license with air brakes supplemental. Must have tank endorsement when assigned to Wastewater Section.

Mandatory Requirement :

In accordance with

DOT FMCSA

regulations, for employment in a position that requires a Class A/B license, applicants will be required to sign a written authorization for the release of information, from their employers of the past three years, relating to their participation in a controlled substance and alcohol-testing program. We are required to obtain this information from an applicant's prior employers regardless of their driving status during this previous employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of :

basic methods used in the maintenance, construction, and repair related to assignment; basic safe work methods and safety regulations; basic use and minor maintenance of commonly used hand and power tools and equipment related to assignment; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; methods and techniques of maintenance, construction, and repair related to area of assignment; use and maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment related to assignment; pertinent rules, laws, and policies related to area of assignment; practices and procedures of traffic control and flagging; safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work; computer equipment related to assignment. Ability to : perform work in accordance with safety regulations, guidelines, and practices; use, operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to assignment in a safe and effective manner; properly place cones, barricades and warning devices and directing traffic flow at job sites; use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines; keep work related records using a computer. Physical Demands and Working Conditions On a continuous basis walk, stand, bend, crouch or stoop, or sit in jolting cab for varying periods of time; use hands and fingers to grasp tools; make repetitive hand and body motions; twist and reach below and above shoulder, climb ladders, work underground in confined spaces or trenches, and perform sustained heavy physical labor on a continual basis; verbal ability to communicate in person, use a two-way radio, and use a telephone; lift or carry weight of 50 pounds without assistance and up to 100 pounds with assistance. See in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to a variety of weather conditions; work with exposure to traffic, noise, physical barriers, and around heavy equipment or around potentially hazardous substances; work underground, in confined spaces or trenches on slippery or uneven surfaces, or when assigned to waste water section. Recruitment No. 26637307 To be considered, applicants must submit a City Application by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date listed. Candidates whose applications indicate education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail. Unless otherwise noted, a passing score must be achieved at each step of the selection process in order to have your name placed on the eligibility list for hiring consideration. The examination materials for this recruitment are validated, copyrighted and/or inappropriate for review. The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended.