Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II - No Experience Required - TRANSFORCE : Job Details

THIS RECRUITMENT WILL CLOSE AFTER RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 APPLICATIONS, OR BY MARCH 2, 2025, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. Applications must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application, but may be additionally attached. NOTE: Please attach any degrees, transcripts, licenses, or certificates to your application. Anchored in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada - 20 miles east of Sacramento and about 1.5 hours from Lake Tahoe - the City of Folsom is comprised of beautiful parks and trails, and boasts excellent schools, family-orientated neighborhoods, and outstanding shopping, dining, and cultural options. Folsom is a high-tech, forward-looking city, with firms ranging from small to large international corporations. Voted by WalletHub as the Best Place for Families to Live in California, and 2nd Best Lake Town in America, Folsom is recognized for its affordability, fair weather, education, and health. Folsom's schools were recognized among the best in Sacramento County. Niche recently released its list of the Best in America for 2025, and Folsom swept the honors with seven elementary, two middle, and two high schools making the list.The Public Works Department is currently recruiting for two (2) Public Works Maintenance Worker I/IIs to join the Streets Division. This is a non-exempt position, represented by the Local 39 IUOE union. Under immediate and general supervision from the Streets Operations Supervisor, the Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II performs a variety of semi-skilled construction, maintenance, modification and repair activities in the assigned division area of the Public Works Department, which may include, fleet services, waste and recycling, signs and traffic signals, and streets, and performs related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Public Works Maintenance Worker I (salary range M38: $51,916.73 - $65,766.56 annually) is the entry-level into the Public Works maintenance class series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic maintenance experience learn maintenance pertaining to the services provided by the Public Works Department, use of tools and equipment and a wide variety of practices and procedures. As experience and competence is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. This class is flexibly-staffed with Public Works Maintenance Worker II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining the skill and experience which meet the qualifications for and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of the higher level class, at the discretion of the department. Public Works Maintenance Worker II (salary range M44: $60,117.60 - $76,155.17 annually) is the experienced-level class in this series and incumbents are capable of performing a wide variety of work to ensure that the Public Works services and City infrastructure are maintained in a safe and effective working condition. Responsibilities include performing work in all operational and maintenance areas, depending upon the immediate needs of the City and the assigned department. While incumbents may have developed skills in one or more areas of the trades, all are expected to be able to perform general maintenance and repair in all areas of assignment. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I/II class series, in that the latter is used for multiple City departments.

• Classification placement will depend on the candidate's experience and qualifications.*

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed.

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance activities depending upon area of assignment including performing basic trade activities.
• Maintains and repairs a variety of hand and power tools and/or heavy machinery, ensuing they are in safe and efficient working order.
• Manages inventories and requests needed equipment and supplies.
• May instruct and guide temporary, work alternative and seasonal employees in basic work procedures and safe working practices.
• May contact residents to inform them of work to be performed.
• May perform routine cleaning and maintenance of Corp Yard buildings and facilities including sweeping, mopping, waxing, and cleaning windows.
• May perform routine cleaning and maintenance of vehicles including washing and vacuuming.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II position is responsible for the job duties listed above well as the following below, depending on their assigned division: Streets:

• Perform street maintenance duties; operate construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks, tractors, loaders and rollers for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving streets, sidewalks and gutters.
• Use concrete cutting and breaking equipment; operate a jackhammer; pour and finish concrete; construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry work.
• Set up traffic safety devices such as cones, signs and barricades as necessary.
• Performs flood control measures by clearing creeks of obstructions, keeping drains clean and clear, and preparing sandbags in case of emergency.
• Maintain catch basins and storm drain pipes.
• Spread asphalt to patch and repair streets.
• Perform emergency maintenance work as required (e.g. street, storm water, storm drain or other public service).
• Performs Underground Service Alert markings as specified and according to accepted
• guidelines and requirements.
• Perform standby duty as assigned.

NOTE: The level and scope of the knowledge and abilities listed below are related to job duties as defined under Distinguishing Characteristics. Knowledge of:

• Safe work practices and environmental regulations, including how to safely handle hazardous materials (e.g. chemicals, waste) and comply with federal, state, and local laws.
• Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in Corp Yard grounds and streets maintenance and repair.
• Routine cleaning and maintenance of Corp Yard grounds, streets, and/or other facilities.
• Safe driving rules and practices.

Ability to:

• Operate a variety of hand and power tools and/or heavy machinery safely and correctly.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Identify problems with equipment, systems, or infrastructure, diagnose them, and determine the appropriate course of action.
• Maintain simple and accurate records and logs.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Safely operate City vehicles.
• Safely work in all weather conditions.
• Perform emergency or seasonally caused response duties in accordance of State regulations; works extended hours including mornings, evenings, and weekends outside of scheduled workday to respond to after hour emergencies, depending on assigned division.
• Perform stand-by duty as required by the City.

Public Works Maintenance Worker I Experience: No experience is required. Some experience in construction, landscaping, or maintenance work is desirable. Public Works Maintenance Worker II Experience: One (1) year of full-time experience as a Public Works Maintenance Worker I with the City of Folsom. OR One (1) year of full-time experience performing at a level equivalent to the City's classification of Public Works Maintenance Worker I. Desirable Qualifications Experience in doing asphalt, concrete, and traffic control. License, Certificate, Registration Requirements: At the option of the City, persons hired into this class may be required to either possess at entry or obtain within specified time limits, designated licenses, certificates or specialized education and training relevant to the area of assignment. Additional requirements may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Qualified Applicators Certificate or License for pesticide application
• California Class A Drivers License
• California Commercial B Drivers License with tanker and airbrake endorsements or with passenger endorsement
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• First Aid Certification
• Industrial Emergency Council (IEC) Confined Space Entry, Awareness and Rescue Certificate
• Forklift Certification

Physical Requirements: Work is performed in a typical outdoor environment on a year-round basis. (1) Mobility: frequent performance of heavy manual labor; frequent standing for long period of time; frequent bending, climbing, and squatting. (2) Lifting: frequent lifting up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting up to 100 pounds. (3) Vision: constant use of overall vision. (4) Dexterity: frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. (5) Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person. (6) Emotional/Psychological: frequent coworker contact; occasional working alone. (7) Environmental: frequent exposure to loud noise; frequent exposure to chemicals, fumes, and other environmental substances.Other Requirements: Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, on-call as scheduled, and emergencies outside of work hours.