PTS Maintenance Worker I/II, Streets

City of Santa Clarita • Santa Clarita, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Santa Clarita is recruiting part-time, temporary, seasonal (PTS) employees for the General Services division of the Public Works department. Under supervision, Maintenance Workers assist with all aspects of street maintenance. The role may involve up to 32 hours per week and requires a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends, and some holidays. A full Saturday and Sunday schedule may be required.

PTS employees are generally limited to no more than 999 hours per fiscal year and are at-will. Employees may be called upon to serve as Disaster Service Workers during an emergency. PTS workers may also be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. Employment offers are contingent on proof of legal authorization to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer physical, including a drug screen, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. The City uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least six months of experience in a maintenance field or related experience.
• Valid Class C California driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Basic knowledge of and ability to perform general maintenance and repairs involving asphalt, sidewalks, street signs, and street markings.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply safety practices for work in the public right-of-way.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and work effectively on a team.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact professionally and tactfully with the public.
• Positive attitude, self-motivation, and exceptional work ethic.
• Ability to communicate clearly and tactfully, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work safely and productively and operate various small power tools and equipment.
• Ability to assist with traffic control, weed abatement, debris removal, and other street maintenance activities.
• Ability to perform physical labor, bend and squat, and work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing up to 90 pounds.
• Complete an online City application; employment information must be provided on the application, and a resume does not substitute for completing that section.
• Must successfully complete the required post-offer physical, including a drug screen, and Department of Justice fingerprinting, and provide proof of legal right to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist with repairing concrete structures, including curbs, gutters, small drainage structures, and sidewalks; set forms and mix, pour, and finish cement.
• Assist with pavement patching by preparing sub-base, applying oil, rock, and asphalt, and tamping or rolling surfaces.
• Assist with road construction, including checking grades, spreading and smoothing base material, applying oil and asphalt, rolling and tamping finished surfaces, and building berms.
• Assist with installing, repairing, removing, and maintaining traffic signs, pavement markings, and guardrails.
• Assist with traffic control services.
• Assist with weed abatement and trash and litter cleanup.
• Perform emergency work, including clearing debris from roads and drainage structures and placing sandbags in nearly flooded areas.
• May assist in overseeing and monitoring court-appointed community service workers.
• Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

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