Maintenance Worker Trainee; Temporary

** This employment opportunity is open to all qualified candidates. **
Early submissions are encouraged **

The City of Oxnard is seeking motivated temporary/extra help
Maintenance Worker Trainees to join our team. This entry-level position performs a wide range of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, and customer service duties across multiple City departments, including Environmental Resources and Wastewater. Employees assigned to this role support City operations by maintaining equipment and infrastructure while providing safe, efficient, and courteous service to residents and the general public.

Payroll/Classification

Title:

Maintenance Technician

Receives close supervision and specific direction regarding assignments and deadlines.

This classification is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker in that it provides semi-skilled or skilled general maintenance work.

Schedules are subject to change depending on operational needs. Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs.

Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

Positions assigned to Environmental Resources may be responsible for:

• Repair and refurbish waste containers owned by the City;
• Sort daily work orders for delivery or repairs for residential or commercial containers and lids.
• Operate various hand tools (drill, hammer, wire cutters, etc)
• Knowledge of the operation of a pressure washer
• Follow all City safety policies and procedures
• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Communicate with Supervisor or Leads concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents or other maintenance issues
• Provide excellent customer service to the City’s residents
• Perform other duties as assigned

Positions assigned to Wastewater may be responsible for:

• Maintain plant cleanliness and organization, including routine cleaning of equipment and work areas.
• Safely operate hand and power tools under supervision.
• Support experienced technicians in equipment installations, repairs, and adjustments.
• Perform scheduled greasing and lubrication of pumps, motors, bearings, and mechanical equipment.
• Wash and clean fleet vehicles, trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment using pressure washers, hoses, brushes, and cleaning agents.
• Assist with irrigation system checks and minor repairs under supervision.
• Follow safety protocols including lockout/tagout, confined space entry, and PPE use.
• Participate in on-the-job training and crew meetings as assigned.
• Assist with surface preparation including cleaning, sanding, grinding, and masking.
• Apply primers, paints, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment under supervision.
• Organize and maintain stock rooms and supply areas
• Hose and maintain plant areas
• Support Wastewater Operators with non-certified duties
• Other duties as required

• High School Diploma or GED

• Two (2) years of maintenance experience related to assignment.

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.

Depending on assignment, some positions may require:

• Valid California Fork Lift License
• Licensing as a qualified pesticide applicator

Extra-Help positions are not expected to last more than 960 hours. Under the terms of the City's benefits plan and policies, this position is not eligible for benefits due to the short duration of employment. In this position, employment with the City of Oxnard is at will, and those selected for temporary placement retain the option, as does the City of Oxnard, to end employment at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental…