Crafts Worker III - JAIL COMPLEX

Introduction
This examination is to fill multiple vacancies in the General Services Department and to establish an eligible list that may be used to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e‑mail. The e‑mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e‑mail often for updates. If you do not have an e‑mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via U.S. Mail.

Job Location and Background Check
Positions are located at the San Joaquin County Jail facilities and are subject to a passing law enforcement background check.

Facilities Pay
Crafts workers located at San Joaquin County Jail are eligible to a 7.5% "Facility Pay" base salary increase.

Incentives and Bonuses
Incentives and bonuses may be available for eligible new hires hired and with a signed Conditional Job Offer before July 1st. Incentives and bonuses are subject to approval by Human Resources:

Vacation Accrual Rate: San Joaquin County vacation accrual rate consistent with the candidate's total years of public service.

Sick Leave: Candidates leaving other employment may receive credit for actual non‑reimbursable sick leave hours (up to 160 hours) from their last agency. Hours shall be subject to San Joaquin County's minimum sick leave cash out provisions.

New Hire Retention Bonus:

$2,000 upon completion of first year equivalent employment (2,080 hours)

$1,000 upon completion of third year equivalent employment (6,240 hours)

$3,000 upon completion of sixth year equivalent employment (12,480 hours)

Typical Duties

Perform skilled painting, glazing, carpentry, plastering, locksmithing, masonry, plumbing, metal work, welding, electrical, mechanical, heating and ventilating, and related maintenance trades work.

Pour concrete, hang doors, lay flooring, install partitions and drop ceilings; repair door closures, furniture and roofing; perform general carpentry work.

Perform general plumbing repair; install water and gas lines, lavatories and faucets; unplug sewers and drains.

Install and replace light fixtures, bulbs, ballasts and fuses; install conduit, electrical wiring, switches and outlets.

Maintain and perform minor repairs on locks, appliances, automotive equipment, boilers, heating and ventilating, and related mechanical devices.

Operate and maintain a variety of motorized tools, equipment and vehicles.

Read, interpret and work from sketches, diagrams, or simple blueprints; forecast material needs and order supplies; maintain records; prepare reports.

May lead other workers.

Minimum Qualifications

EITHER I : Two years of journey level experience in at least one of the building trades.

OR II : Four years as a Crafts Worker II in San Joaquin County Service.

Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Special Requirement: Two years of journey level experience in one of the following building trades may be required for assignment or continued assignment to specific departments: painting, carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC).

Knowledge
Methods and practices, tools and materials, safety precautions and occupational hazards of the building maintenance trades.

Ability
Lead a small group of semi-skilled or unskilled workers; prepare and work from sketches or plans for construction, renovation and maintenance of buildings and equipment; make accurate estimates of time and material required for repair and maintenance work; use tools employed in the building trades; keep records and prepare reports; follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.

Physical/Mental Requirements
Mobility: Stand for long periods of time; push and pull; bend and squat; drive; operate heavy equipment; climb stairs; crawl; lift over 70 pounds; Visual: Overall vision sufficient to read close‑up; color perception; eye‑hand coordination; Dexterity: Reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking: Hear on the telephone/radio; hear faint sounds; talk on telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological Factors: Emergency situations; public contact; decision making; heights; hazardous materials; working alone; working weekends
ights/overtime; Environmental Conditions: Noise; dirt dust smoke, fumes, poor ventilation; indoor and outdoor temperature conditions.

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Benefits

Employees hired in this classification are members of a bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 1021.

Health Insurance: Choice of three health plans: Kaiser Plan, Select Plan, and Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available.

Dental Insurance: Choice of two plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care – Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. No cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense.

Vision Insurance: Coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). No cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense.

Life Insurance: 1–3 years: $1,000; 3–5 years: $3,000; 5–10 years: $5,000; 10+ years: $10,000. Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at group rate.

125 Flexible Benefits Plan: Voluntary program allowing use of pre‑tax dollars for health‑related expenses not covered by insurance. (Health Flexible Spending Account $2,550 annual limit with $500 carry‑over; Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5,000 annual limit).

Retirement Plan: Covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Employees may contact SJCERA for information.

Deferred Compensation: Section 457 plan. Annual contribution up to $22,500 or 100 % of includible compensation, whichever is less. Age 50+ may contribute up to $30,000. Roth IRA available.

Vacation: Maximum earned vacation: 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; 23 days after 20 years.

Holidays: 14 paid holidays each year.

Sick Leave: 12 working days annually with unlimited accumulation. Healthy leave incentive: eight hours administrative leave if balance equals at least half of maximum.

Bereavement Leave: 3 days paid for death of qualifying family member; 2 additional days for spouse, domestic partner, parent or child.

Merit Salary Increase: New employees receive starting salary. After 52 weeks on each step, eligible for merit increase.

Educational Reimbursement: Up to $850 per fiscal year; up to $800 per semester for approved four‑year college program (max $1,600 per year).

Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: Up to $20 per pay period.

School Activities: Up to 40 hours per year, max 8 hours per month.

Equal Opportunity Employer
San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org).

Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the ADA and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Selection Procedures
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will go through the following examination process:

Written Exam: Multiple‑choice format. Must achieve a minimum 70 % rating to be placed on the eligible list.

Oral Exam: Structured interview. Must achieve a minimum 70 % rating.

Written & Oral Exam: Weighted 60 % written, 40 % oral unless otherwise indicated. Must achieve minimum 70 % on each exam.

Rate‑out: Not used.

Note: The 70 % rating may be based on the actual score.

Testing Accommodation
Candidates requiring testing accommodation under the ADA must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468‑3370 before the examination date.

Veteran’s Points
Eligible veterans and disabled veterans receive points in initial appointment. Veterans receive 5 points; disabled veterans 10 points. A recent award letter and DD‑214 must be submitted by the examination date.

Acceptable wartime service dates:

September 16, 1940 to December 31, 1946

June 27, 1950 to January 31, 1955

August 5, 1964 to May 7, 1975

Persian Gulf War, August 2, 1990 to date set by law or proclamation.

Eligible Lists
Those who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for nine months, possibly extended up to three years.

Rule of the Rank and Rule of Five
Top ranked names are referred for hiring interviews. The number of names referred equals the number of positions plus nine or 10 % of the list, whichever is higher. For promotional examinations the top five names are referred.

Pre-Employment Drug Screening Exam
Required for some classifications. Final appointment will not be made until completion; County pays for initial screening.

Employment of Relatives
Relatives within third degree of relationship may not be appointed or promoted under conditions listed.

Proof of Eligibility
Proof of U.S. citizenship or other eligibility documents required upon offer of job.

How to Apply
Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr

By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources, 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330, Stockton, CA 95202.

Office hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468‑3370.

When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by that date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application.

Job Line
Our 24‑hour job line: (209) 468‑3377.

Substance Abuse Policy
San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988.

Ethical Employer Declaration
San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to...',
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