Maintenance Worker II Sewer Department

Maintenance Worker IIJoin the City of Winters – Where Community Meets Opportunity! Public WorksAre you ready to make a real impact in a vibrant, growing community? The City of Winters, nestled in the heart of Yolo County, is now hiring for one Public Works Maintenance Worker II position in the Sewer Department. This is your chance to build a career in public service while working in one of Northern California's most charming communities.With a population of just under 8,000, Winters offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and easy access to major regional hubs. Located just minutes from Vacaville, Davis, and Fairfield, and a short drive to Sacramento and the Bay Area. As part of our Public Works team, you'll help maintain and operate the City's sewer infrastructure, supporting reliable wastewater services that protect public health and the environment. You'll enjoy a supportive work environment, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth and development.If you're looking for a career where you can contribute to a community that values quality of life, teamwork, and service, Winters is the place for you!Maintenance Worker I – This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Positions at this level typically have little or no directly related work experience. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned. Class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker II in that the latter performs at the journey level by virtue of having more experience and less direct supervision.Maintenance Worker II – This is the journey level class in the series. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual, or unique situations arise and are fully aware of operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. However, based on scope and complexity of work and level of independence, some positions may be permanently allocated to the I level at management discretion. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker III in that the latter is the advanced journey level class in the series where incumbents perform the most complex duties with greater independence and exercise technical and functional supervision over other maintenance staff.Typical Duties & ResponsibilitiesWhen assigned to wastewater duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled construction, repair and maintenance work related to wastewater collection systems including mainlines and lateral connections.Read and interpret work orders, maps, schematics, and specifications.Inspect and determine problems and needed materials for repair.Respond to emergencies during evenings, weekends, and holidays.Operate equipment including, but not limited to, mowers, spray rigs, electric, air and hydraulic powered hand tools, hedge-shears, blowers, weed eaters, chain saws, tractors, backhoes, and crane trucks.Make every reasonable effort to continually improve the way the job is performed and increase the quality of service to the public.Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.Perform related duties as assigned.For a complete description of duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements, please visit the City of Winters website and review the complete job description.QualificationsKnowledge of:Maintenance Worker IUse and purpose of general construction and maintenance tools, materials and equipment, safe working practicesMaintenance Worker II (in addition to those for Maintenance Worker I)Operation of a variety of power and construction equipment including, but not limited to, trucks, loaders and related equipmentTools, methods and materials used in street and storm drain, parks, and building repair and maintenanceAbility to:Maintenance Worker ILearn to perform semi-skilled and skilled tasks involving the maintenance and repair of public works facilitiesLearn to safely operate hand and construction tools and equipmentPerform heavy manual laborMaintain a safe working environmentUnderstand and carry out oral and written directionsEstablish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of workCommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingMaintenance Worker II (in addition to those for Maintenance Worker I)Independently perform semi-skilled and skilled duties related to the maintenance and repair of public works facilitiesMaintain recordsSafely operate hand and construction tools and equipmentEducation/ExperienceAny combination equivalent to experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade (all positions).Experience:Maintenance Worker I: None required; experience performing repair and maintenance tasks related to assignment is highly desirable.Maintenance Worker II: Two years of increasingly responsible experience equivalent to Maintenance Worker I.License/CertificateAll positions require possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.Maintenance Worker II Positions in Wastewater require possession of (or ability to obtain within one year) a valid Wastewater Treatment Grade 1 Certificate.Work Environment & Physical DemandsApplication Requirements: To be considered for this recruitment, applicants must submit a complete application, including all required information and supporting documentation by the applicable review date. Applications that are incomplete or do not include the required documentation may not be considered for further review.Reasonable Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the scheduled event.Working Conditions: Work is performed predominantly outdoors and includes exposure to various weather conditions, hazardous materials, noxious odors, confined spaces, airborne particles, noise, and traffic hazards. Night and evening work may be required.Physical and Sensory Demands: Moderate to heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds); prolonged periods of standing, stooping, reaching, crawling, climbing, pushing/pulling, and positioning of tools and equipment, hear motors and alarms; discern smells; discriminate among colors. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety equipment appropriate for job assignments; comply with Cal OSHA standards.