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Description
The City of Dixon is looking to fill one full-time position for a Maintenance Worker I/II in the Public Works Department and to create an eligibility list for future use. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the City's parks, buildings, streets, storm drain ponds and related facilities; to perform related duties as assigned.
Exam Process: A limited number of candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those competing, are better qualified in terms of related education, training and experience may participate in a written exam pass/fail and then in an interview process (weighted 100%). The most qualified candidates from this process will be placed on an employment eligibility list. Note: the examination process may be changed as deemed necessary.
Employment Processing: Those selected will be subject to a pre-employment medical and Live Scan. In accordance with Federal law, an employee must provide proof of identity and legal right to work in the United States.
Veteran’s Preference Points: Veteran’s Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed as a PDF attachment at the time of application.
The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable Accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000.
Please do not reply to emails from CalOpps during this process at any time as this correspondence does not come back to our agency.
Ideal Candidate
MAINTENANCE WORKER I:
Knowledge & Abilities:
Knowledge of uses and purposes of general construction and maintenance tools, materials and equipment; safe working practices.
Ability to learn semi-skilled and skilled tasks involving the maintenance and repair of public works facilities; perform heavy manual labor; understand and carry out oral and written directions; maintain a safe working environment; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course work; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Education & Experience:
Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience: None required; experience performing repair and maintenance tasks related to assignment is highly desirable.
Other Requirements:
This position requires possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License within 30 days of appointment and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
Some positions may require possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Pesticide Applicator's Certification based on assignment.
MAINTENANCE WORKER II:
In addition to the qualifications for a Maintenance Worker I:
Knowledge & Abilities:
Knowledge of the safe operation of a variety of power and construction equipment including, but not limited to, trucks, loaders and related equipment; tools, methods and materials used in street and storm drain, parks, and building repair and maintenance.
Ability to independently perform semi-skilled and skilled duties related to the maintenance and repair of public works facilities; maintain records; safely operate hand and construction tools and equipment.
Education & Experience:
Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible experience equivalent to Maintenance Worker I or Utilities Maintenance Worker I in the City of Dixon.
Other Requirements:
In addition to the Other Requirements listed for a Maintenance Worker I, some positions may require the ability to obtain a Class B or A Driver's License within one year, as designated by management.
Benefits
Full-Time Permanent Employees in this classification are represented by Public Employees Union, Local One.
BENEFIT INFORMATION
CalPERS TIER DEFINITIONS - MOU INTERPRETATION OF CALPERS TIERS
CalPERS Annuitants will be limited to only 960 hours in a fiscal year and this position is full-time.
Retirement:
CalPERS Retirement System (2% @ 60 formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 formula for new CalPERS members). The City does not participate in social security
Medical:
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs and PPOs. City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance. Maximum Family Medical Benefit Allowance (2024): $1,859 per month (2025): $2,025 per month
Bilingual Pay:
$100 per month upon certification
Review the Benefit Summary Sheet for full scope of benefits.
This summary is subject to change without notice, and does not constitute either an expressed or an implied contract. If conflicts between this summary and basic policy statements occur, the basic policy will prevail.
Special Instructions
Candidates must complete:
1) Online application
2) Supplemental Questionnaire Answers
Candidates must submit:
1) Valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record. (Attach DMV Printout obtained from an official California DMV Office - www.DMV.ca.gov). The online Driver Record is not an official document, but the City will accept either this or an official copy. The City will also accept an out of state/country DMV record. However, you will need to obtain a California State Driver’s License within 30 days of appointment.
Candidates may submit:
2) California Pesticide Applicator's Certificate, if applicable
3) DD214, if applicable
Applicants will not be invited to continue in the selection process without a complete packet.
The most qualified candidates whose applications indicate that they, among those completing, are better qualified in terms of related training and experience will be considered.
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