Maintenance Worker I chez City of Redondo Beach, CA

About the Department

Position Duties

The listed tasks are essential for this position and may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performing general janitorial tasks and other duties required to keep buildings and other City facilities clean and orderly, such as sweeping, mopping, washing walls, cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, setting up tables and chairs and replenishing supplies
• Performing manual labor and unskilled to semi-skilled work to assist with the construction and/or repair of City curbs, gutters, sidewalks and other concrete structures, such as breaking and patching asphalt, repairing broken sections of sidewalks and digging trenches
• Performing routine assignments to assist in the maintenance, replacement and basic repair of City facilities, parks, medians, trees, landscaping, and irrigation systems, such as pulling weeds, trimming plants and shrubs, mowing lawns, picking up litter from around buildings and grounds, emptying trash cans and replacing liners
• Providing initiative in achieving positive and timely results for the organization
• Delivering outstanding internal and external customer service while solving problems and proactively creating sustainable solutions to issues
• Supporting the City’s mission, goals, policies and objectives
• Supporting the City’s corporate values of: openness and honesty; integrity and ethics; accountability; outstanding customer service; teamwork; excellence; fiscal and environmental responsibility
• Conducting duties, responsibilities, tasks and assignments with a constructive, cooperative, positive professional attitude and demeanor
• Driving City vehicles and operating various types of equipment in a safe and secure manner
• Implementing directions from superiors provided orally and in writing
• Reporting orally and in writing to supervisor regarding safety and health concerns encountered while performing work duties
• Maintaining records of repair work
• Performing other related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of materials, tools, equipment, regulations, principles, procedures and/or practices necessary to perform required maintenance duties and applicable work safety standards, regulations and requirements.

Ability to read, speak, write and understand the English language; work scheduled shifts including weekends, holidays and overtime; learn and adhere to applicable terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to City rules and regulations, policies and procedures; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Graduation from high school or equivalent and experience performing construction, landscape work, facility maintenance and repair, or janitorial functions. 

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver License is required.  

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Abilities: Tasks involve lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects that are 50 pounds or more; standing for extended periods of time; regular reaching, climbing, twisting, turning, bending, stooping, and kneeling. 

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and distinguish colors or shades of colors and sounds, and provide oral communication. 

Environmental Factors: Some tasks may risk exposure to noise, dirt, dust, pollen, odors, hazardous materials, wetness, humidity, mold, rain, fumes, and traffic hazards.

Other Qualifications

CLASSIFICATION: 

• Classified
• FLSA Non-Exempt

The selection process may include but is not limited to: Application review and evaluation, written examination, performance test and interview. All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate's legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully passing all components of the pre-employment process. The pre-employment process may include but not be limited to: Reference checks, background investigation, fingerprint-based criminal history check, credit check, degree verification, and post-offer medical examination and drug test. For public safety positions, including positions based in the Police and/or Fire Department(s), the pre-employment process may also include but not be limited to a P.O.S.T. compliant background check, polygraph examination, post-offer medical examination and drug test, and post-offer psychological examination. 

Candidates must fill out the employment application and supplemental questions completely and accurately. Required fields and supplemental questions are noted with an asterisk (*). All other fields are optional. Applications including references to "see resume" are considered incomplete and will be disqualified.

The City of Redondo Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodation during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least five (5) business days in advance of the test date.

Qualified Military Veterans are given an additional five points to a passing score for both open-competitive and promotional recruitments. Documentation of such service, such as a veteran identification card or DD214, must be provided along with the application for employment or before the conclusion of the testing process.

Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.