Maintenance Worker II

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　　Maintenance Worker II

　　Salary

　　$85,404.80 - $109,324.80 Annually

　　Location

　　CA, CA

　　Job Type

　　Full-Time

　　Job Number

　　01753-E

　　Division

　　Watersheds Operations and Maintenance

　　Unit

　　Watersheds Field Operations

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Description

　　Overview:

　　Do you have four (4) or more years of construction, trades and/or field maintenance experience? Do you have a Class B Driver's license? Do you enjoy working outside as part of a team? If so, check out this opportunity! There are 3 positions available.

　　The first position is Valley Water's Maintenance Workers II who work as part of a crew, performing maintenance and construction projects Valley Water-wide at water distribution facilities and along creeks, ponds, and reservoirs for flood control. Maintenance staff are responsible for performing a wide range of maintenance and construction tasks. Adaptability and flexibility regarding work assignments and the ability to get along well with a team is critical to success in this role. Maintenance Worker II regularly use a variety of construction tools.

　　The second and third position is a Valley Water's Maintenance Workers II apart of the Good Neighbor Program. The Good Neighbor Program was created as Valley Water embarks on a collaborative countywide effort working toward creating a functional zero unhoused population in Santa Clara County. The Good Neighbor Program will be responsible for cleaning up trash, debris, and hazardous pollutants generated by encampments near waterways or on Valley Water property. Cleanups may be performed by hand or utilizing heavy and light equipment. These are additional duties for the traditional Maintenance Worker II role, and they will receive additional compensation of a 5% differential.

　　These positions work outside and can sometimes be subjected to difficult environmental conditions such as cold, heat or rain. There could be times when this position is called out at night to perform flood control during emergencies. If you are up to this challenge, apply now!

　　Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

　　Construct, maintain, and repair flood control, groundwater recharge facilities, and dams; patch cracks; build and remove small dams and lay riprap; perform concrete work; break and remove rubble, place forms, and install reinforcements; mix, pour, and finish cement.

　　Support the loading of sediment and the cleaning of creeks, groundwater recharge and sludge ponds; Count truck loads; complete truck tags; and makes sure operators are properly loading trucks and perform traffic control.

　　Construct, repair, and maintain dams, channels, roads, and other water distribution and flood control properties.

　　Operate pumps, generators, and small equipment. Assist in performing preventive maintenance on pumps, valves, and other water distribution facilities; assist District staff in various mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and painting work.

　　Perform traffic control functions; set up traffic warning devices and barricades; direct traffic around work sites.

　　Haul equipment to and from job sites; inspect equipment, make operating adjustments, and perform minor preventive maintenance and repair.

　　Maintain paper and electronic records of work performed.

　　Construct and repair fences.

　　Setting up traffic control and directing traffic around work sites

　　Check job site for potential hazards; determine precautions for equipment operation; operate power tools and light equipment and perform assignment in compliance with safety regulations.

　　Installing hoses, generators, and pumps for water diversions, work with biologists on fish rescue operations, install geotextile fabric for erosion control projects, use survey equipment for grade checking, set up construction signs along trails and roadways, flagging, directing truckers on sediment and erosion control projects, install BMP's.

　　Supervise contracted labor staff, flaggers, and equipment operators, fill out truck tags and labor sheets, assist light and heavy equipment operators transporting, loading, and unloading equipment.

　　Chain saw work removing trees and debris along creeks, rivers, and along access roads for flood control, trash rack and pier nose clearing for flood control, crane rigging for debris removal, emergency sandbag installation, canal tending for Water Utility

　　Remove blockages and sediment and perform erosion repair in creeks; estimate and document volume of obstructions that caused blockages.

　　In addition to the Maintenance Worker II duties listed above, the Maintenance Worker II on the Good Neighbor Program will have the following additional duties. Maintenance Worker II on the Good Neighbor Program will receive a 5% differential:

　　Assist in trash and debris removal in and around unhoused encampment at various location county wide; ensure proper disposal of hazardous materials as established by Valley Water guidelines.

　　Drive, maintain, and operate a variety of vehicles including garbage trash compactors.

　　Work with contract labor crews and provide oversite.

　　Remove blockages and instream trash rafts; estimate and document volume of obstructions.

　　Ideal Candidate's Background Includes:

　　Applicants whose experience and background best match the ideal experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are considered ideal candidates for the position. To determine the top candidates, each applicant will be assessed based on the ideal candidate criteria as listed below.

　　Ideal Experience:

　　4+ years of field construction experience in the trades such as general construction (commercial or residential).Ideal Skills and Abilities:

　　Learn operational characteristics and limitations of light construction equipment.

　　Learn pertinent laws and regulations including state and local Department of Transportation codes relating to the operation and transport of light construction equipment.

　　Read and interpret maps, engineer drawings, and specifications.

　　Perform traffic control functions.

　　Perform maintenance of hand and power equipment and tools.

　　Ideal Knowledge:

　　Practices, procedures, methods, tools, and equipment used in the construction, maintenance and repair of water distribution and flood control facilities.

　　Operational characteristics of construction equipment and materials.

　　Methods and techniques of concrete finishing.

　　Operational characteristics of maintenance, hand and power equipment and tools.

　　Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

　　Ideal Training and Education:

　　Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

　　Must have a satisfactory driving record and possess a minimum of a valid California Class B driver's license with air brake endorsement.

　　Required License or Certificate

　　Must have a satisfactory driving record and a valid California Class B driver’s license with tanker and air brake endorsements at the time of hire.

　　Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Individuals who do not meet the driver's license requirement due to a disability will be considered for a reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

　　Special Requirement:

　　Selected candidate will be required to successfully pass a medical examination and drug/alcohol screening to successfully pass a medical examination including drug and alcohol screening.

　　To review the Classification Specification, please clickhere (https://s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/valleywater.org.us-west-1/s3fs-public/Maintenance%20Worker%20I-II%20-7-2020.pdf)

　　Watersheds Field Operations Unit (Position Code 181, 586, 1090)

　　Valley Water Telework Program: Eligibility for telework will depend on the type of work performed, operational needs, and the ability for the employee to perform the essential functions of their job duties while teleworking. Employment with Valley Water requires employees to live within 150 miles of their primary physical work location located in San Jose, California by their start date.

　　This position requires the individual to be onsite and is typically not a teleworking position.

　　Selection Process

　　(1) The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, application assessment, performance exercise, written exercise and/or interview.

　　(2) The Employment Application, Qualifying Information Questions and/or Supplemental Questions will be evaluated based on the ideal candidate criteria listed above. Resumes are highly recommended.

　　NOTE: Position and start date is subject to availability of funds. Valley Water retains the right to repost this position as deemed necessary.

　　Consideration may be given to existing applicant pools within the same classification.

　　Valley Water's Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Policy is available for review upon request.

　　Valley Water will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling 408-630-2260.

　　Please be aware that once submitted all application materials become the property of Valley Water and will not be returned. Human Resources staff are not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants.

　　The Santa Clara Valley Water District, now known as Valley Water, offers a comprehensive benefit package including, vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, EAP, life and disability insurance. In addition, Valley Water participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). To view a summary of benefits, clickhere (https://www.valleywater.org/benefits)

　　01

　　I acknowledge that I have entered my Work Experience and Education on the employment application and I am aware these are required fields. If they are not completed, the application is considered incomplete and I will be disqualified as an applicant for the position.

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Please answer the supplemental questions thoroughly, clearly and concisely as the responses provided (along with the application) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process. I have read this information and am aware of the importance of responses to the supplemental questions.

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　Have you achieved your high school diploma or equivalency?

　　Have not completed the equivalent of twelfth grade

　　High School Diploma

　　GED

　　04

　　Please check the box that matches the number of years of work experience you have in construction, trades, and/or field maintenance.

　　None

　　Less than 4 years

　　4 years or more

　　05

　　Please check the box that matches the type of driver's license you possess. (Note: Valley Water will verify your license and satisfactory driving record with the DMV)

　　No CA driver's license

　　CA Class C driver's license

　　CA Class B driver's license with tanker and air brake endorsements

　　CA Class B driver's license with no endorsements

　　CA Class A driver's license

　　06

　　There are three positions available. One within our Watershed/Water Utility as a traditional field maintenance worker. Two positions within our Good Neighbor Program addressing encampment management and encampment cleanups. Please select which positions you are interested in.

　　I am interested in traditional maintenance worker position.

　　I am interested in the good neighbor maintenance worker position. (There is a 5% differential added for this position.)

　　I am interested in both positions.

　　07

　　Please tell us how you gained the knowledge and experience that would be applied to this position, including information about your education, work experience, experience operating tools and light equipment, and any experience with encampment cleanup.

　　08

　　Describe your experience operating commercial vehicles.

　　09

　　Employment with Valley Water requires employees to take an Oath as a Disaster Service Worker within California and to live within 150 miles of Valley Water Headquarters in San Jose, California by the start date. Valley Water does not cover relocation costs. If you live further than 150 miles from Valley Water Headquarters, please discuss your willingness to relocate if offered the position. If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".

　　10

　　Please list the full name of the regular/permanent Valley Water employee who referred you to this position (only one name will be accepted, so if multiple are listed, the first name provided will be documented as the referring employee). If this does not apply to you, write "N/A".

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　　Agency

　　Santa Clara Valley Water District (CA)

　　Address

　　5750 Almaden Expressway

　　San Jose, California, 95118

　　Phone

　　1-408-630-2260

　　Website

　　https://www.valleywater.org

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