Maintenance Worker I (Sewer)

City of Alameda • Alameda, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled trade work involved in the construction, installation, operations, maintenance and repair of public streets, buildings, structures, facilities, systems, equipment and grounds. The current vacancy is specifically within the sewer division. This is an entry-level position in the Maintenance Worker series, where incumbents perform specific assignments of average difficulty in accordance with established policies and procedures. Supervision and training are provided initially, with increasing independence as the incumbent gains capability. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its more routine nature and lower level of technical sophistication required. Assignment specialties may include carpentry, plumbing, concrete work, street maintenance, sewer and storm water systems, traffic signals, or tree and landscape maintenance. Actual responsibilities will vary based on the assignment. Work may be performed under supervision, independently, or with assistance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Two years of semi-skilled public works, facilities or equipment maintenance or construction trades experience.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
• Willingness and ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the maintenance of sewer and/or storm systems, plumbing experience, or entry level underground construction experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs and assists in semi-skilled construction, maintenance and repair work; may perform general construction and street maintenance repair work.
• Operates and maintains construction and maintenance equipment for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving public facilities, streets, sidewalks, gutters, and storm drains; operates and maintains a variety of other equipment and tools including compressors or pneumatic tools.
• Installs signs, traffic cones and barricades.
• Performs rough and finished carpentry.
• Performs semi-skilled electrical repair and maintenance work related to public buildings, traffic signals, waste and storm water systems, and other public facilities or operations.
• Paints building surfaces, furniture, fixtures, signs, traffic control lines, etc.
• Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures.
• Operates and maintains a variety of waste and storm water systems pumps; cleans, excavates and/or repairs waste and storm water systems pipes.
• Removes, forms, pours and finishes concrete.
• Maintains sprinkler and irrigation systems and equipment.
• Prunes and maintains trees and landscaped areas.
• Maintains supplies, work records and logs.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, specifications, maps and drawings.
• Drives and operates heavy trucks and specialized vehicular equipment.
• May provide direction and training to assigned staff.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• CalPERS Retirement: Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.75% contribution.
• Medical: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available, with a generous City contribution towards medical premiums.
• Dental: Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.
• Vacation: Starting with 80 hours annually and increasing with years of service.
• Holidays: 11 City Holidays
• Floating Holidays: 6 days
• Sick Leave: 96 hours annually; unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement.
• Deferred Compensation: Up to 1% 457(b) matching City contribution after 1 year of continuous service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED