JOB TYPE: Seasonal
CLOSING: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

LOCATION: Vacaville, CA

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position performs property maintenance and improvement work on commercial and agricultural properties. The position also conducts habitat enhancement work along natural streams and channels, such as Putah Creek. Common maintenance tasks include, but are not limited to the following:

• Mechanical and chemical control of weeds
• Installation and maintenance of plants
• Fence installation and repair
• Removal and disposal of litter and debris
• Routine maintenance of vehicles and small equipment.

This position will not exceed 40 hours/week or 1000 hours in a fiscal year.

EMPLOYMENT DURATION: Mid-February 2023 start date. Flexible, depending on availability.
Ideally 6 Months full time (30+ hours per week) with the option of continuing less than part time . Position will not exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year (July thru June).

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your

• RESUME
• SCWA APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
• LIST OF 3 REFERENCES

DEFINITION
Under general supervision, independently performs maintenance work on commercial properties, agricultural properties, and water conveyance facilities, including natural streams and channels.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Direct supervision is provided by the Supervising Water Resources Specialist. General supervision is provided by higher level positions. No supervision is exercised over others.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Logistical planning and preparation to implement field work.
• Performs or arranges for maintenance and repair of equipment.
• Conducts field inspections, investigations, monitoring and data gathering.
• Repair, replace, remove, maintain, and install fencing, gates, riprap, flap gates, signs and markers.
• Installs and maintains plants.
• Performs mechanical and chemical abatement of nuisance vegetation.
• Performs, litter, trash and debris removal/disposal.
• Drives vehicles used to transport materials, tools, and equipment as required.
• Assists staff personnel with projects.

Knowledge of:

• Basic use of power tools, hand tools and electrical equipment.
• Effective communication techniques and public relations.
• Safety principles and practices.
• Computer applications related to the work, particularly database applications.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for dealing effectively with the public, vendors, contractors, and Agency staff, in person and over the telephone.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to public and Agency staff, in person and over the telephone.

Ability to:

• Perform maintenance and rudimentary repair of equipment.
• Exercise safe work practices at all times and under various conditions.
• Perform manual labor in inclement weather.
• Prepare and maintain detailed and accurate records, reports, and written correspondence.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate modern office equipment, including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities, is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Must have experience working in outdoor settings with hand and power tools. Experience applying herbicides and performing general maintenance of vehicles and small engines is desirable. No specific educational requirements.

License and Certifications:
Possession of an appropriate California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in the field and in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform heavy physical work, operate varied hand and power tools; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to perform work and to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy materials and objects necessary to perform job functions.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Employees partially work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to potentially hazardous physical substances. Employees mostly work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, steep and uneven terrain, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Occurrence of poison oak, ticks, bees/wasps, snakes, and other possible hazards is prevalent in routine work environment. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

BENEFITS
The Agency offers seasonal employees up to three days of sick leave per calendar year. Sick leave is accrued at 1 hour per 30 hours worked. There is an initial 90 day waiting period after the hire date before sick leave can be used. No other benefits are offered to seasonal Aides at this time.

SELECTION PROCESS
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for an interview. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed an interview.

This position performs property maintenance and improvement work on commercial and agricultural properties. The position also conducts habitat enhancement work along natural streams and channels, such as Putah Creek. Common maintenance tasks include, but are not limited to the following:

• Mechanical and chemical control of weeds
• Installation and maintenance of plants
• Fence installation and repair
• Removal and disposal of litter and debris
• Routine maintenance of vehicles and small equipment.

This position will not exceed 40 hours/week or 1000 hours in a fiscal year.

EMPLOYMENT DURATION: Mid-February 2023 start date. Flexible, depending on availability.
Ideally 6 Months full time (30+ hours per week) with the option of continuing less than part time . Position will not exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year (July thru June).

HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your

• RESUME
• SCWA APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
• LIST OF 3 REFERENCES

CLOSING: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.44 - $25.66 per hour

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