Facilities Maintenance Worker

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND two years of skilled work experience in building maintenance, construction, and repair experience complimented with related coursework applicable to facilities maintenance.

Other Qualifications

• Knowledge of: City organization, operations, policies, and procedures. Inspection principles and practices. Building maintenance and repair practices and methods. HVAC systems. Electrical, plumbing, carpentry and building construction practices and methods. Troubleshooting methods. Customer service standards and protocols. Skill in: Using power and hand tools. Operating various motorized vehicles and equipment. Reading and interpreting blueprints, plans and schematics. Following verbal and written instructions and procedures. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. Dealing tactfully and courteously with the public. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, suppliers, contractors, sub-contractors and the general public. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A valid California State Driver’s License. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed both in an indoor and outdoor work environment. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals and infectious diseases. May be required to climb ladders. May be required to work at considerable heights. May be required to work in confined spaces. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Pursuant to California Government Code §3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisors or by law. SELECTION PROCESS: Completed application packets will be reviewed and only the first 100 qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the temporary assignment and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process that may include: a written exam and an external panel interview. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Applications must be submitted online . If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. To view the complete job description, please visit our website at www.cityofvernon.org. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information. “The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer” To view the complete job announcement, please visit our website at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/vernon CITY OF VERNON - HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Veronica Avendano, Human Resources Analyst (323) 583-8811, ext. 323 vavendano@cityofvernonca.gov
• City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Inspection principles and practices.
• Building maintenance and repair practices and methods.
• HVAC systems.
• Electrical, plumbing, carpentry and building construction practices and methods.
• Troubleshooting methods.
• Customer service standards and protocols.
• Using power and hand tools.
• Operating various motorized vehicles and equipment.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, plans and schematics.
• Following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, vendors, suppliers, contractors, sub-contractors and the general public.

Benefits

• The City of Vernon offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental vision, life, and long term disability insurance. Retirement Benefit : Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS): Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are new CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% at 62 benefit formula. New members will be required to pay 8% as their member contribution. An employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% at 55 benefit formula. Classic employees currently pay an 8% employee contribution and a 3% share of the employer contribution. Cafeteria Benefits Plan : The City offers a monthly allowance towards the purchase of a HMO, PPO or HSA medical plan for the employee and their family members. Any remaining amount can be used towards the purchase of a HMO or PPO Dental plan and Vision coverage for dependents. Vision coverage is included at no cost to the employee. Supplemental Insurance plans are available. Holiday pay : The City has 14 authorized holidays per calendar year. Bilingual pay : Employees in eligible positions who successfully demonstrate Spanish speaking skills would be eligible to receive an additional $300.00 a month. Vacation : Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual 1st year thru 4th year 80hrs; 3.08 accrual rate 5th year thru 9th year 100hrs; 3.85 accrual rate 10th year thru 14th year 120hrs; 4.62 accrual rate 15th year thru 24th year 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate 25th year and more 190hrs; 7.31 accrual rate Vacation 24/7 Operation: Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual 1st year thru 4th year 96hrs; 3.69 accrual rate 5th year thru 9th year 120hrs; 4.61 accrual rate 10th year thru 14th year 144hrs; 5.53 accrual rate 15th year thru 24th year 192hrs; 7.38 accrual rate 25th year and more 228hrs; 8.76 accrual rate City offers vacation cash out. Sick Leave : All full-time employees shall accrue up to 80 hours of sick leave per calendar year, at a rate of 3.08 hours per pay period. Tuition Reimbursement : $2,200.00 is available to those who satisfactorily complete job related college courses. Hybrid Work Program: The City offers a hybrid work schedule for eligible positions. The City allows a combination/flexible work schedule up to 50% remote work. Other Benefits : Most employees work a 4/10 schedule. In addition, the City offers paid parental leave, bereavement leave and jury duty. Miscellaneous Benefits : The City provides an interest-free loan program for the purchase of a computer, corrective eye surgery and a hearing aide device. The City of Vernon encourages you to log onto our website for the benefit details www.cityofvernonca. gov

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