Maintenance I

City of La Mirada; La Mirada (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of La Mirada is seeking a maintenance worker to perform custodial and grounds maintenance across civic facilities, parks, and athletic venues. Responsibilities include mowing, irrigation work, minor carpentry and repairs, and assisting in event setups.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, valid CA driver license, and completion of CPR/First Aid within six months. Work schedule may adjust; some overtime or after-hours calls are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in building or grounds maintenance and related trades.
• Knowledge of basic power tools and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate mowing and irrigation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial and general maintenance of Civic Center buildings and parks.
• Care for lawns, shrubs, trees and grounds at multiple City facilities.
• Diagnose plant health issues and apply herbicides or insecticides as needed.
• Install and maintain irrigation systems and perform minor repairs.
• Assist with event setup, cleaning, and after-hours call-out rotations.

Skills

Power tools

Grounds maintenance

Safety procedures

Mower operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Carpentry tools

Backhoe

Tractor

Job description

*THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS IS RECEIVED. YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY EARLY.*

Work schedule: Monday to Thursday, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Fridays 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with alternate Fridays off. However, work schedule may adjust to fit the needs of the department.

Under general supervision, performs manual and semi-skilled maintenance work at assigned job sites including streets, parkways, civic facilities, athletic facilities, aquatics facilities, and parks.

(These examples do not include all the duties which may be assigned.)

• Performs custodial and general maintenance of Civic Center buildings, park buildings and restrooms, sports facilities, aquatics center, parks, streets, rights-of-ways and other City facilities.
• Cultivates, weeds, edges, mows, waters, and trims lawns, shrubs, trees and groundcovers at assigned job sites.
• Diagnoses diseases and insects affecting plants and vegetation; performs necessary spraying of herbicides or insecticides.
• Performs graffiti removal.
• Installation and maintenance of sprinkler and irrigation systems.
• Minor construction including carpentry, plumbing, electrical and masonry repair.
• Assists in the set-up of equipment, stage, and bleachers for special events.
• Performs janitorial cleaning and upkeep of restrooms at park locations and other City facilities.
• Operates a variety of equipment, machinery, and power and hand tools.
• Removes and clears trash and debris from sidewalks, gutters, culverts, and drainage structures.
• Participation on the emergency after hours call-out team will be required on a rotating schedule.
• Assist with City events which may occur on nights, weekdays, and/or holidays.
• Adheres to City and departmental policies and procedures; performs related work duties as assigned.

Knowledge of: The use and maintenance of basic power and hand tools, equipment, materials, and methods used in building and ground maintenance work. Related work hazards and safety procedures. Operation of mower, trimmer, irrigation, and carpentry equipment, and heavy-duty equipment such as backhoe and tractor.

Ability to: Use and maintain basic power equipment, materials, hand tools, and maintenance and automotive equipment. Perform manual labor in a variety of weather conditions and perform work requiring physical strength, dexterity, and endurance. Read, write, and carry out oral and written instructions in English. Meet the physical requirements stated in the City’s Job Function Analysis for the position, including ability to lift up to 75 lbs. Operate a motor vehicle safely. Exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact with staff and the public. Utilize quality customer service skills and techniques. Work different shifts including weekends, evenings, and holidays and participate in the emergency call-out rotation.

Experience and Education

Experience: One year of work experience in building maintenance, custodial maintenance, street maintenance, landscape maintenance, construction trades or related field is desired.

Education: Graduation from high school or the equivalent is required. Course work from an accredited institution in building repair, public works, or a related field is highly desirable.

License or Certificate

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required. Possession of a valid CPR, AED, First Aid certificate is required within the first six months of employment.

Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range. Consideration and approval for a salary higher than the first step is done on a case-by-case basis.