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Description This recruitment is conducted on a continuous basis to meet the needs of the City as vacancies occur and may close at any time. If you enjoy working outdoors and are interested in a part-time opportunity, we encourage you to apply to join our Public Works Field Services Division as a Maintenance Aide. The ideal candidate will be reliable, motivated to serve their community, and capable of working independently.

This position performs a variety of hands-on maintenance, cleaning, and repair tasks to keep City facilities, parks, and public spaces clean, and well-maintained. This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefitted position, with total hours limited to fewer than 1,000 per fiscal year. Hours may vary from week to week; however, this position requires weekend availability.

Scheduled hours on weekends are generally 5:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. but may change based on departmental needs

THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT: The Tustin Public Works Department is responsible for the design, construction, operation and maintenance of all public infrastructure and public right-of-way. Join our team and help the Tustin Public Works Department achieve Tustin's mission of providing effective, high-quality services that foster safety, quality of life, and economic vitality throughout our community. THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS: Application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Those who are best qualified will be invited to participate in a panel interview. Those who pass the panel interview will earn placement on the eligible list, which may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Cleans and prepares park facilities for use by the general public; cleans and disinfects rest rooms, drinking fountains, and fixtures; ensures specified sanitary standards are maintained; cleans entrances to buildings by sweeping, hosing, and picking up of trash Follows an assigned route and performs general cleanup of parks and buildings utilized by the public when closed during weekends and holidays Works alone or as a member of a crew to perform trash removal; empties and cleans waste receptacles, rakes sand lots, brooms sand off of concrete and rubber areas Removes graffiti from buildings and structures Checks playground equipment for defects and makes minor repairs Prepares and cleans facilities prior to user events; moves furniture or other heavy objects on request or for set-up of City functions; makes minor repairs and adjustments to building fixtures and equipment Secures buildings by locking and unlocking rooms, windows, or offices, the City Hall, and related City facilities; may set-up intercom or speaker systems Performs minor repairs and maintenance in the streets, weed control, parks, buildings or landscape section as part of a crew of the Public Works Department as needed Reports fire, sanitary, safety, or security hazards in City facilities; reports needed maintenance or repair Operates a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment; observes proper safety precautions and complies with Cal-OSHA personal and equipment safety regulations Operates motor vehicles in a safe manner Maintains and organizes work area to ensure a clean and safe working environment; maintains and cleans assigned vehicles, tools and equipment Completes basic activity records and reports Assists the public with directions, questions regarding City regulations, and other basic inquiries as needed Responds to emergency calls for maintenance and repair activities Minimum Qualifications A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification.

A typical combination includes: Education and/or Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent; and six (6) months of experience in general maintenance work. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: To view the knowledge, skills, & abilities required of the position, please follow the link here. Special Requirements: Possession of a Class C California driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Satisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination and administrative screening. May be required to work varying shifts outside of regular business hours (e.g., early morning, evenings, holidays, and weekends) and may be called to respond to emergencies outside of regular business hours. Working Conditions & Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grasp, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms

The position primarily works in field settings. The employee must have the ability to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. The position requires the ability to exert a moderate to extensive amount of physical effort involving stooping, crouching, climbing, kneeling, working in confined spaces, and lifting, carrying, or pushing equipment, tools, supplies and other materials typically weighing up to 60 pounds.

The employee may be exposed to strong odors, smoke, strong and/or toxic chemicals, and loud noise in the performance of duties. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.