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Job Description
Palmdale's Community Preservation Program is a city-led initiative focused on enhancing public safety, environmental health, and overall quality of life. Supported by Measure AV funds, the program addresses illegal dumping, homelessness, and graffiti through coordinated efforts between Code Enforcement and Public Works.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Division of the Department of Public Works. Positions assigned to this class work under immediate supervision of higher-level maintenance personnel. Maintenance Helpers perform wide variety of routine skilled building, park, parkways, street, and assessment districts maintenance job functions. Generally, work is observed and reviewed during performance and upon completion, and changes in procedures or exceptions to rules are explained in detail as they arise.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential and other important responsibilities and functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist in painting City buildings and facilities. Clean and care for tools and equipment. Control weeds by hand pulling, whipping, and spraying. Maintain tools and equipment. Pick up rubbish and paper; perform general ground cleaning. Assist in removing bulk debris from city right of ways Assist in clearing homeless encampments Assist in vegetation control Assist in restoring city infrastructure Assist in hazard mitigation Perform related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Common landscaping and gardening tools, equipment, power tools, and maintenance methods. Methods and techniques pertaining to performing basic laboring and maintenance work activities. Safety methods and practices when operating tools and power equipment.
Ability to:
Understand and follow verbal and written instructions and directions. Demonstrate willingness to learn and apply concepts and methods pertaining to construction and maintenance work activities in an accurate and timely manner. Demonstrate willingness to learn the operational functions, policies, procedures, and locations of the Department of Public Works, Maintenance Division. Perform skilled labor in the construction and maintenance of public works and/or parks related facilities. Use and operate tools, materials, and power equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Learn and demonstrate awareness of safety and security during performing work. Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility during instances of changing assignments, procedures, locations, methods, priorities, and timelines. Observe, identify, and correct problems that may occur in the field; and pro-actively take action to communicate or alert such problems to co-workers or supervisors.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Possession of a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and completion of at least one course from an accredited or recognized vocational school, job training organization, or other agency or organization that provides job or labor education, training, or guidance.
Experience:
One year of experience with an agency, company or organization performing work of a nature similar to those performed by a Maintenance Helper. Licenses/Certifications/Other Requirements Possession of a valid California driver's license by time of appointment is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands:
Mobility :
frequent standing, bending and reaching for long periods of time.
Lifting :
frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Vision :
constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision.
Dexterity :
frequent repetitive motion; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching.
Hearing/Talking :
frequent hearing and talking, in person.
Emotional/Psychological :
frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone.
Environmental :
frequent exposure to noise.
Work Environment:
Work takes place within indoor environments, such as offices and buildings, and outdoors in the field. While working outdoors, incumbents may be exposed to loud noises, traffic, and varying weather conditions.
