Utilities Maintenance Worker Trainee​/I​/II

Utilities Maintenance Worker Trainee/I/II

The Public Works Department is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Utilities Maintenance Worker Trainee/I/II for the Wastewater division. Depending upon the candidates' qualifications, the vacancy will be filled at either the Utilities Maintenance Worker Trainee or Level I or Level II. The successful candidate will work at the City's Municipal Service Center in the Newbury Park area of Thousand Oaks.

Location:

1993 Rancho Conejo Blvd, Newbury Park, 91320

Description:

Highlights of the position:

• Make a direct impact on your community
• Play a key role in maintaining 415 miles of wastewater collection mains and 8,300 manholes
• Be part of the division responsible for inspecting, cleaning, repairing, and maintaining sanitary sewer lines, manholes, and lift stations
• Opportunity to work in a team environment and interact regularly with multiple divisions within the Public Works Department

Primary responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of construction, maintenance, and repair duties as it relates to the water and wastewater collection systems
• Perform light and heavy manual labor
• Inspect and perform maintenance on various pump and lift stations
• Operate a variety of maintenance and construction equipment

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate should possess:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade
• Experience in utility or public works-related maintenance and construction work
• The ability to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more
• Pride in their personal work product; demonstrate initiative, and be safety conscious
• Proficient computer skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, including excellent customer service skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy with recordkeeping
• A team player approach and motivation; affinity for new challenges
• A valid Class C California driver's license

Requirements:

• Trainee Level: Ability to obtain and maintain certification through the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) as a Water Distribution Operator Grade D1 within 18 months of employment. Ability to obtain a valid Class B California driver's license with tanker endorsement within six months of employment.
• Level I: Possession of, and ability to maintain, certification through the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) as a Water Distribution Operator Grade D1. Ability to obtain a valid Class B California driver's license with tanker endorsement within six months of employment.
• Level II: Possession of, and ability to maintain, certification through the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) as a Water Distribution Operator Grade D1. State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) as a Water Distribution Operator Grade D2 is preferred. A valid Class B California driver's license with tanker endorsement.

Perform after-hours emergency work on an "as needed" basis and on-call duties on a rotating basis. Must be able to respond to on-call responsibilities at the Municipal Service Center within 30 minutes.

Work Schedule:

Monday – Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Special Requirements:

The City of Thousand Oaks offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and tuition reimbursement.