Public Works Maintenance Worker

Install, test, repair, or replace services, lines, valves, meters, hydrants and backflow devices Operate forklift, tractor loader, tractor mower, brush chipper, truck with or without trailer use a variety of portable power tools and a variety of hand tools Raise valve boxes and manholes Perform asphalt or cement maintenance and repair Assist with street striping and painting Perform drainage pipe and ditch maintenance Perform various semi-skilled and unskilled work in maintenance of sewage collection system Perform landscaping and grounds maintenance including mowing, weeding, pruning trees and shrubs, and picking up litter Perform light janitorial and maintenance duties in City restrooms and buildings Set up for meetings, conventions, classes, etc. Perform other duties as assigned Click here for full job description Knowledge of: Appropriate City and OSHA safety procedures involved in construction and repair work Safety procedures when using cones, or barricades for traffic diversion Public Health and Safety standards Equipment operating techniques and procedures Asphalt or cement installation and repair; pipe sizes, uses, and applications Hydrant and valve maintenance and repair Ability to: Interact effectively with the public and employees Operate all required vehicles and equipment, such as forklift tractor/loader, brush chipper tractor/mower, truck with or without trailer Use a variety portable power tools Use a variety of hand tools Education, Experience, and Special Requirements: Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying Typical education would include a high school diploma, or equivalent Some previous relevant experience Possession of the appropriate California driver's license, or ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment You will receive notifications pertaining to this recruitment at the e-mail address and text message number provided on your application. Email correspondence may go to your spam and junk mail folders. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing or interview process should contact Personnel at (530) 225-4065 by the application deadline. Application Process: Interested individuals must submit a City of Redding online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications and/or supplemental questionnaires may not be processed. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee selection. As candidates apply they will be placed on the Public Works Maintenance Worker eligibility list. Your application will stay on the eligibility list for 3 months. You will not be notified when your application expires. There is no closing date and applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. Examination Process: Interviews and/or written elements may be administered by the hiring managers and you will be contacted directly by the department if selected. Positions may include day, evening, holiday and weekend shift work and exposure to the elements. Selection Process: Final appointment is contingent upon: Positive past employment references Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check Passing of a pre-employment medical exam and drug and alcohol screening test The City of Redding adheres to Cal/OSHA COVID-19 requirements. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER