Service Maintenance Worker

Job Title

This is an entry-level, multi-divisional classification for use in Recreation & Parks, Public Works, Water Resources, or other related departments.

Job Description

Under direct supervision, performs routine and semiskilled manual work of limited difficulty in the maintenance of water canals, storm drainage basins, parks/trees, sewers, solid waste, streets, traffic painting, or related areas. Performs a wide variety of duties related to maintenance and equipment operation. A broad range of equipment may be operated. Employees may be required to work on a 24-hour rotational shift basis including weekends, holidays and declared emergencies. Employees are on-call for emergencies after regular hours and must be willing to work overtime. Performs related duties as required.

Representative Duties

The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: May be assigned to any Solid Waste field operation such as recycling, wood waste processing, landfill operations, special projects, used oil collection, or a helper on routes; Picks up debris and other refuse or recyclables and places it in a truck or hopper; Operates mechanisms for loading, compressing, screening, sorting, conveying, and dumping garbage, refuse, and recyclables; Assists in attaching, dumping, detaching, and replacing all detachable refuse bins on assigned route; Drives refuse truck along a collection route as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:

• One (1) year of experience in the operation of light and medium duty vehicles such as dump trucks, water trucks, commercial delivery vehicles, small tractors, small loaders, light construction equipment, mowing equipment, etc.
• A valid Class "B" California driver's license or Class "B" permit (in which case a Class "B" California driver's license must be obtained within the six-month probationary period) is required for the Solid Waste Division.

Examination

ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted 100%): October 14th & 15th, 2026 (Tentative) An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.

NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application & supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected.

NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.

Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit

Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:

• Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
• Fire Safety Unit
• Police Safety Unit
• Police Trainee Unit
• Supervisory & Management Unit

INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the Cityweb Employee Benefits page for detailed information (rates and plan information).

RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement Info page for additional information.

Contact Information

City of Bakersfield

1600 Truxtun Avenue

Bakersfield, California, 93301

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