|
Current Statistics
1,753,405 Total Jobs
373,820 Jobs Today
17,913 Cities
222,695 Job Seekers
146,729 Resumes |
|
|
 |
|
 |
 |
Road Maintenance Worker I (Open and Promotional) - San Mateo California
Company: County of San Mateo, CA
Location: San Mateo, California
Posted On: 05/03/2024
Salary : $69,742.40 - $87,214.40 Annually
Location : County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: T090U
Department: Road Construction and Operations
Opening Date: 04/08/2024
Closing Date: 4/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
The County of San Mateo Public Works Department is seeking highly motivated and hardworking individuals to join their team as Road Maintenance Workers. There are multiple vacancies to be filled throughout the department.
The Road Maintenance Division of County of San Mateo's Department of Public Works is responsible for routine and emergency repairs to over 315 miles of road surfaces, culverts, shoulders, drainage facilities, and roadside vegetation on roads within the public right-of-way of San Mateo County's unincorporated districts.
Road Maintenance Workers perform a variety of heavy manual labor tasks including:
- Digging and clearing ditches.
- Trimming and removing vegetation along the roadways.
- Trimming trees.
- Cleaning catch basins.
- Patching streets, repairing potholes.
- Repairing winter damage from slides and slip outs. The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience performing road maintenance and repair duties requiring strength, agility, and endurance.
- Experience in underground construction and/or working in a Public Works agency.
- A Class A driver's license
- Experience with tree climbing. Work Schedule
Road Maintenance Workers work 10-hour shifts, four-days per week (either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday) and must be willing to work overtime. New employees may be assigned to work from the Grant Corporation Yard in Redwood City or one of the three Coast Side Yards (Princeton, Pescadero, or La Honda).
Examples Of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Road maintenance and construction - Dig, level, slope, shovel, sweep and remove debris from drainage ditches and culverts.
- Prepare and patch holes in paved and unpaved areas.
- Shovel, rake, roll and smooth asphalt and gravel in patching work.
- Cut, trim, and dispose of brush and weeds.
- Cut, trim, and remove tree limbs and fallen trees.
- Prepare ground for and lay concrete and culvert pipe.
- Slope and prepare road shoulders and banks for seeding.
- Dig ditches for and install culvert pipe.
- Act as safety flag-person.
- Assist Construction Carpenter/Mason in the building of concrete forms.
- Maintain guard rails and shoulders.
- Load and unload trucks.
- Drive and operate construction and road maintenance equipment such -- and 1-ton trucks, oil trailer, haul behind compressor, crew cab, cone truck, signs and legends truck and ride-on rollers. Storm drain maintenance
- Perform inspections of storm drains.
- Rod and flush storm drain systems to remove obstructions.
- Operate pumps to remove debris from damaged or clogged lines.
- Clean catch basins.
- Cut and refinish streets, sidewalks, and driveways; lay cement and asphalt.
- Repair and reconstruct damaged sections of storm drain lines.
- Inspect, repair and construct manholes.
- Operate walk-behind roller.
- Make minor repairs to pumps and other equipment.
- Patrol assigned areas and check drainage pipe, storm drains, and road gates for debris and other potential hazards.
- Drive and operate construction and road maintenance equipment such -- and 1-ton trucks, oil trailer, haul behind compressor, and walk-behind rollers. Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is one year of construction, inspection, or maintenance experience.
Licensure/Certification: Possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.
Knowledge of: - The proper use of hand tools including shovels, rakes, hoes, axes, brooms, picks, trimmers, etc.
- The proper use of power tools and light equipment including power saws, drills, air powered tools, concrete saws, portable and stationary pumps, generators, compressors, vibratory rollers, motorized tampers, weed cutters, etc.
- Methods, and materials used in road maintenance and repair.
- Methods and materials used in sewer and storm drain systems maintenance and repair.
- Methods and materials used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water services facilities.
- County and CAL OSHA safety rules, procedures, and equipment. Skill/Ability to:
- Perform road, storm drain and water distribution systems maintenance and repair duties requiring strength, agility, and endurance.
- Operate a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment.
- Drive and operate - and 1-ton trucks, oil trailer, haul behind compressor, crew cab, cone truck, signs, and legends truck and ride-on and walk-behind rollers.
- Work courteously and effectively with the public and with co-workers.
- Follow oral and/or written instructions.
- Bend, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Lift and carry heavy equipment (50 lbs. min.) and supplies (50 lbs. min.) used in the course of the work, such as jackhammers, pumps, piping and paving materials.
Application/Examination
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in classified regular, probationary, Confidential or Management extra-help/limited term, or SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
The examination will consist of a performance test (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of training and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.
IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button.If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline: April 29th, 2024
Application Screening (tentative): Week of May 6th
Performance Exams (tentative): May 29th and/or May 30th
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
Analyst: Ganna Malik (Road Maintenance Worker I - T090)
Please visit for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification.
Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change.
NOTE: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 may be subject to new Pension Reform retirement laws.
As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you.
County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked.
01
Do you possess a valid California driver license or equivalent? - Yes
- No
02
If you have a valid driver license, what is the License Number and Expiration Date?
03
For each of the following statements, select one response that best describes your training and experience performing specific job-related tasks. Read all responses before making a selection. It is important that the information you provide in your application materials clearly shows how you possess the experience and skills levels you claim in this questionnaire. If not, your application may be rejected. Your responses may be verified. - I have read and understood this instruction
04
Dig, shovel, sweep and remove debris from ditches - Select one response that best describes how recently you have performed this task. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I am currently performing this task.
- I have performed this task more than 6 months but less than a year ago.
- I have performed this task more than 1 year but less than 3 years ago.
- I have performed this task more than 3 years ago.
- I have never performed this task.
05
Dig, shovel, sweep and remove debris from ditches - Select one response that best describes the number of times that you have performed this task within the last year. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have performed this task 0 times.
- I have performed this task 1-10 times.
- I have performed this task 11-20 times.
- I have performed this task 21-40 times.
- I have performed this task more than 40 times.
06
Prepare and patch holes in paved and unpaved areas - Select one response that best describes how recently you have performed this task. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I am currently performing this task.
- I have performed this task more than 6 months but less than a year ago.
- I have performed this task more than 1 year but less than 3 years ago.
- I have performed this task more than 3 years ago.
- I have never performed this task.
07
Prepare and patch holes in paved and unpaved areas - Select one response that best describes the number of times that you have performed this task within the last year. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have performed this task 0 times.
- I have performed this task 1-10 times.
- I have performed this task 11-20 times.
- I have performed this task 21-40 times.
- I have performed this task more than 40 times.
08
Trim and remove vegetation along the roadways - Select one response that best describes how recently you have performed this task. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I am currently performing this task.
- I have performed this task more than 6 months but less than a year ago.
- I have performed this task more than 1 year but less than 3 years ago.
- I have performed this task more than 3 years ago.
- I have never performed this task.
09
Trim and remove vegetation along the roadways - Select one response that best describes the number of times that you have performed this task within the last year. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have performed this task 0 times.
- I have performed this task 1-10 times.
- I have performed this task 11-20 times.
- I have performed this task 21-40 times.
- I have performed this task more than 40 times.
10
Cut, trim and remove tree limbs and fallen trees - Select one response that best describes how recently you have performed this task. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I am currently performing this task.
- I have performed this task more than 6 months but less than a year ago.
- I have performed this task more than 1 year but less than 3 years ago.
- I have performed this task more than 3 years ago.
- I have never performed this task.
11
Cut, trim and remove tree limbs and fallen trees - Select one response that best describes the number of times that you have performed this task within the last year. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have performed this task 0 times.
- I have performed this task 1-10 times.
- I have performed this task 11-20 times.
- I have performed this task 21-40 times.
- I have performed this task more than 40 times.
12
Assist construction carpenter/mason in the building of concrete forms - Select one response that best describes how recently you have performed this task. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I am currently performing this task.
- I have performed this task more than 6 months but less than a year ago.
- I have performed this task more than 1 year but less than 3 years ago.
- I have performed this task more than 3 years ago.
- I have never performed this task.
13
Assist construction carpenter/mason in the building of concrete forms - Select one response that best describes the number of times that you have performed this task within the last year. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have performed this task 0 times.
- I have performed this task 1-10 times.
- I have performed this task 11-20 times.
- I have performed this task 21-40 times.
- I have performed this task more than 40 times.
14
Load and unload trucks for road maintenance and construction - Select one response that best describes how recently you have performed this task. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I am currently performing this task.
- I have performed this task more than 6 months but less than a year ago.
- I have performed this task more than 1 year but less than 3 years ago.
- I have performed this task more than 3 years ago.
- I have never performed this task.
15
Load and unload trucks for road maintenance and construction - Select one response that best describes the number of times that you have performed this task within the last year. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have performed this task 0 times.
- I have performed this task 1-10 times.
- I have performed this task 11-20 times.
- I have performed this task 21-40 times.
- I have performed this task more than 40 times.
16
Ability to perform maintenance and repair duties that require strength, agility and endurance - Select one response that best describes your experience in applying this job-related knowledge, skill or ability. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have applied this knowledge or ability for 0 to 6 months.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 6 months and up to 1 year.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 1 year and up to 3 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 3 years and up to 5 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 5 years.
17
Knowledge of the proper use of hand tools (e.g., shovels, rakes, hoes, axes, brooms, picks, trimmers) under various work/weather conditions to ensure successful completion of work activities - Select one response that best describes your experience in applying this job-related knowledge, skill or ability. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have applied this knowledge or ability for 0 to 6 months.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 6 months and up to 1 year.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 1 year and up to 3 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 3 years and up to 5 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 5 years.
18
Knowledge of the proper use of power tools and light equipment (e.g., power saws, drills, concrete saws, portable and stationary pumps, generators, compressors, weed cutters) under various work/weather conditions to ensure successful completion of work activities - Select one response that best describes your experience in applying this job-related knowledge, skill or ability. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have applied this knowledge or ability for 0 to 6 months.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 6 months and up to 1 year.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 1 year and up to 3 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 3 years and up to 5 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 5 years.
19
Ability to understand written instructions/information to perform tasks required for job - Select one response that best describes your experience in applying this job-related knowledge, skill or ability. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have applied this knowledge or ability for 0 to 6 months.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 6 months and up to 1 year.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 1 year and up to 3 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 3 years and up to 5 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 5 years.
20
Ability to listen, understand and follow verbal instructions to ensure successful completion of job tasks - Select one response that best describes your experience in applying this job-related knowledge, skill or ability. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have applied this knowledge or ability for 0 to 6 months.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 6 months and up to 1 year.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 1 year and up to 3 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 3 years and up to 5 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 5 years.
21
Ability to communicate verbally in stressful situations (e.g., emergency situations, dealing with hostile/angry individuals) - Select one response that best describes your experience in applying this job-related knowledge, skill or ability. (Read all responses before making a selection.) - I have applied this knowledge or ability for 0 to 6 months.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 6 months and up to 1 year.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 1 year and up to 3 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 3 years and up to 5 years.
- I have applied this knowledge or ability for more than 5 years.
22
Ability to work well with others to complete projects and assignments - Select one response that best describes your experience in applying this job-related knowledge, skill or ability. (Read all responses before making a selection.) |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|
|
RSS Job Feeds