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City of Redding

Public Works Maintenance Worker

City of Redding, Redding, California, United States, 96001

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Public Works Maintenance Worker

Responsibilities

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 and use a variety of portable power tools and 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

Knowledge

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

Abilities

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 of 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

Application Process Interested individuals must submit a City of Redding online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications or supplemental questionnaires may not be processed. Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee selection. Applications will be continuously accepted and placed on the Public Works Maintenance Worker eligibility list for 3 months.

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

Positive past employment references

Passing a city paid fingerprint criminal conviction check (applicants 18 and older)

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

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