Job Description

Job Description and Duties

PARK MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT (PERMANENT INTERMITTENT) NORTHERN BUTTES DISTRICT / VALLEY SECTOR / BIDWELL-SACRAMENTO RIVER STATE PARK, CHICO CA

The reporting location for this position is the Maintenance Office located in the shop building maintenance area at Bidwell Sacramento River Park located in Chico CA and may be assigned to work at other locations throughtout the Sector as needed; including Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park, Butte City Project, Colusa-Sacramento River State Park, Sutter Buttes State Park, William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park and Woods on Bridge. This position will work under the Supervision of the Park Maintenance Supervisor.

This position is responsible for facility manintenance and repair work throughout the Valley Sector on a wide variety of park facilities, including buildings, systems, grounds, roads, and trails, estimates and pusrchases materials and supplies, keeps tools and equipment in good condition, keeps records and prepares reports as required. This position will also will do routine cleanup and will lead and train a crew  of  seasonal maintenance employees.

This position may work up to 1500 hours per year/in a 12 consecutive month period. 

Training and Development Assignments may be considered.

This position is designated as not telework eligible.

This position requires a valid Class C driver’s license. You must answer the questions addressing your driver’s license on your application. Ensure you provide your driver’s license number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions on your application.

The selected candidate is required to submit to a background investigation process utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting prior to appointment.

Per California Code of Regulations (CCR) , this is a sensitive position, and therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing. It should be noted that testing is not mandatory, but is allowed to be conducted only if and when there is a determination of reasonable suspicion as defined in CCR .

State housing is not available. F or further information regarding this position, please contact Douglas Holder at (530)990-4593 or at  douglas.holder@parks.ca.gov .

This recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies which may occur within 180 days of the Final Filing Date of this job posting.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

Outdoor work is common. The incumbent’s work will involve moderate exposure to a full range of environmental conditions, varying terrain, unusual elements and inclement weather. This includes extreme temperatures; cold, windy, wet and muddy conditions; hot, dry, muggy or unpleasant conditions; exposure to dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and loud noises. This will require the incumbent to work in old/abandoned structures; around sewage and trash; along lakes, creek banks, wetlands, rocks, brush and in remote locations.

Typical work activities involve frequent and prolonged periods of standing and walking. Considerable physical activity is common and a primary part of the job. The position requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 60 pounds. The incumbent will use their hands and power tools applicable to the position and as necessary to complete various tasks. May entail muscular strain, including walking, standing, stooping, sitting, kneeling, squatting, bending, twisting, lifting, carrying and reaching on uneven and slippery surfaces. The incumbent must have the ability to climb stairs/inclines, walk or traverse even and uneven terrain for extended or prolonged periods of time, and walk on variable surfaces. Requires the use of safety equipment such as: hard hats, safety glass, safety boots, gloves, ear protection and respirators.

The work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions,  listening effectively, following instructions and the ability to perceive hazards to the public, structures and exhibits to ensure safety while complying with Department policy, demonstrating adaptability and effectively communicating.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

Candidates that believe they meet the Minimum qualifications based on a pattern of education from the classification description (specifications) must provide a copy of your degree/transcripts and/or license along with your application (STD. 678) to be considered for this position. If selected for the position transcripts will be required prior to appointment.

DO NOT include any confidential information to your application or supporting documents (i.e., Social Security Number, birthdate, marital status, medical information, examination results, method of eligibility, etc.)

SROA/SURPLUS Applicants: You must check the SROA/Surplus as your claimed method of eligibility and attach your SROA/Surplus letter as an additional document.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Additional Instructions

If submitting your completed Application Package by mail or hand delivery, you must include the Position # 549-647-6766-902 and the Job Control # JC-467488 in the “Examination or Job Title for which you are applying” section on the STD. 678. 

Note: If you are applying for multiple positions, you must complete a STD. 678 for each position separately. Incomplete applications or applications received with multiple positions listed on one application will not be considered.

Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. Failure to submit a completed STD 678 may result in you being screened out. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

Job Tags

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