Building and Grounds Worker I - Temporary

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　　Building and Grounds Worker I - Temporary

　　Salary

　　$21.53 - $26.29 Hourly

　　Location

　　CA, CA

　　Job Type

　　Temporary

　　Job Number

　　2024-0024

　　Department

　　Public Works-Waste Water

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/4/2024 8:00 PM Pacific

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Definition and Class Characteristics

　　Interviews will be held the week of February 12th

　　Do you enjoy a variety of responsibilities, both indoors and outside? We have an opportunity for you! We are looking for an individual who works well under supervision, can perform a wide variety of ground maintenance work; assist with basic building maintenance; surface clean our offices; and can do related work as the need arises. High school degree or equivalent plus one year of experience in performing grounds maintenance and landscaping work. Possession of a valid California drivers license within 30 days of hire.

　　This is an important position as this person will assist in keeping our wastewater facilities well maintained. Successful candidate will be a good communicator and be well organized. The right person for this position would have knowledge of or desire to learn the following skills.

　　Care and maintenance of plants, shrubs and trees, including accepted pruning and trimming techniques.

　　Hand and power tools, materials, equipment used in grounds and landscape maintenance.

　　Basic building maintenance tools and procedures.

　　Safe work practices.

　　Mobility in all weather conditions and on uneven terrain. Exposure to electrical equipment (moving parts), chemical substances, fumes and dust, all of which may be hazardous due to pesticides/herbicides. Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

　　Why Nevada County?Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and clear communication, sets us up to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides significant programming to keep us safe and healthy. Benefits for temporary employees include sick leave.

　　We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

　　The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill other temporary positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.

　　To read the full job description,click here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1114985?keywords=building%20and%20grounds&pagetype=classSpecifications) .

　　Examples of Duties

　　Knowledge and Skills Required

　　Education and Experience Required

　　NOTE:

　　This summary of benefits is not a binding document and is provided as a courtesy. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.

　　Sick Leave:

　　Temporary County employees shall accrue at the rate of one (1) hour of sick leave for each thirty (30) hours worked. Temporary County employees can accrue a maximum of 80 hours of sick leave which may be carried over from one fiscal year to the next.

　　Medical Benefits:

　　Temporary employees whose assignments average 30 hours per week or more are eligible to enroll in County-sponsored medical benefits.

　　NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

　　Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice. Nevada County Human Resources Department

　　950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2

　　Comments, please email:[email protected]

　　01

　　Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

　　Did not graduate High School or receive GED

　　High School or GED

　　Some College

　　Associates Degree

　　Bachelor's Degree

　　Master's Degree

　　02

　　Which of the following best describes your experience in performing grounds maintenance and landscaping work?

　　None

　　Less than one year

　　1-2 years

　　2-3 years

　　3-4 years

　　4-5 years

　　5 or more years

　　03

　　The temporary Building and Grounds Worker I position will be responsible for a wide variety of grounds maintenance and gardening work at the various wastewater facilities to include the care and maintenance of plants, shrubs and trees, including accepted pruning and trimming techniques and will assist with basic building maintenance and repair work. From the selection below, please indicate which best fits your experience and education.

　　I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

　　I have had education or training in how to perform this task but have not yet performed it on the job.

　　I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

　　I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

　　I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

　　04

　　To be considered, you must describe the work you have done in the area of grounds maintenance and/or landscaping in the box below.

　　05

　　What was the best job you ever had? What were your responsibilities? Why do you consider it your best job? Is there anything you didn't like about it?

　　06

　　Describe a job where you performed in a similar capacity to the job here at County of Nevada. What did you like about it? What did you dislike about this type of work?

　　07

　　Describe the work environment or culture in which you are most productive and happy.

　　08

　　Describe what you believe are the most effective roles that a good manager plays in his/her relationship with reporting staff members.

　　09

　　What is your preferred work style? Do you prefer working alone or as part of a team? What percentage of your time would you allocate to each, given a choice?

　　10

　　When you work with a team, describe the role that you are most likely to play on the team.

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　County of Nevada

　　Address

　　950 Maidu Avenue

　　Nevada City, California, 95959

　　Phone

　　530 265 7010

　　Website

　　https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/

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