Maintenance Worker Part-Time

City of Monterey Park•Monterey Park, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Monterey Park is now hiring for the part-time position of Maintenance Worker in the Public Works Department. The current vacancy is in the Facilities Division. Under general supervision from the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, the part-time Maintenance Worker is responsible for conducting routine maintenance activities ranging from building maintenance, repair, and improvement projects at facilities around the city. The position works a flexible schedule, up to 20 hours per week.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or GED is required.
Basic knowledge of hand and power tools
Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn multiple building trades
Ability to perform physically demanding work in various weather conditions
Good customer service and communication skills
Ability to work independently
Takes initiative
Dependable
Knowledge of basic methods, operating equipment, materials, hand tools, power tools and equipment pertaining to street construction, landscape, facilities, and water maintenance; safe work practices.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to complete simple forms
Ability to perform manual labor
Ability to perform semi-skilled duties
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Possession of a valid CA driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is required at the time of appointment and is a condition of continued employment.
New hire candidates must show proof of full Covid vaccinations prior to being hired. Limited exemptions may apply.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience in construction, maintenance work, ground, or park maintenance, or related labor or semi-skilled work is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Performs basic maintenance tasks, including painting, patching walls, replacing ceiling tiles, and making minor carpentry repairs
Assists with plumbing repairs such as replacing faucets, unclogging drains, and repairing toilets
Assists with basic electrical maintenance, including replacing lamps, ballasts, switches, outlets, and lighting fixtures under the direction of qualified staff
Performs preventative maintenance on building equipment and facilities as assigned
Performs routine inspections of City buildings and reports maintenance deficiencies or safety hazards
Cleans work areas and maintains tools, equipment, and vehicles in a safe and orderly condition
Loads, unloads, and transports maintenance materials, supplies, and equipment
Responds to routine maintenance work orders in a timely and professional manner
Follows established safety procedures and properly uses personal protective equipment
Maintains courteous and professional interactions with City staff, contractors, and the general public
Performs other related duties as assigned