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San Mateo County, CA Senior Utility Transport Specialist (Open and Promotional) in United States
Senior Utility Transport Specialist (Open and Promotional)
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Senior Utility Transport Specialist (Open and Promotional)
Salary
$5,442.67 - $6,803.33 Monthly
Location
County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
T062D
Department
Human Services Agency
Division
Employment Services
Opening Date
10/30/2024
Closing Date
11/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit
06
Description
Benefits
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Description
The Human Services Agency is seeking highly qualified candidates for the Senior Utility Transport Specialist.
Under general supervision, either assign, direct, and review the work of a small group of Utility Workers or trainees performing a variety of manual tasks such as transportation of materials, supplies, or trainees; set up catering events; assisting with fleet management and operation of the laundry in a locked facility maintenance; or, perform highly specialized tasks in the coordination of work requests and assignment of work orders and/or semi-skilled tasks in conjunction with skilled trades personnel.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Leads act as the working lead and assign, direct, and review the work of a small group of employees or trainees performing similar work. This is not considered a supervisory class in that the final authority for selection, evaluation, and corrective action of employees is not assigned to this level and the number of employees for which direction is provided is limited.
Specialists perform highly complex, difficult, or technical and semi-skilled tasks in conjunction with skilled trades personnel or specialized tasks in the coordination of work requests and assignments of work orders. Positions in this class have a definable body of knowledge and skills which exceed those required by Utility Worker I/II and is not learned on the job in a brief period of time. Assignments require the use of independent judgement and initiative. Lead direction of others is not a regular part of the job, although project or relief leadership may be required. This class is distinguished from Utility Worker I/II in that Seniors are responsible for providing a full range of lead duties or highly specialized tasks as outlined above.
Examples Of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provide lead direction, training, and work review to a small group of employees, inmates, clients, or other staff.
Organize and assign work, set priorities and follow up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work.
Provide input into selection decisions, performance evaluations and corrective action matters.
Perform difficult or complex work and assist with special projects as assigned.
Make minor repairs to doors and latches, dig trenches, prepare and wash walls or ceilings, cover floors and furniture, assemble and take down scaffolding, set up tables and chairs, set up event umbrellas and shade equipment, tear down walls, and clean up jobsite.
Operate and maintain equipment or hand tools used in the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and facilities.
Operate special equipment and vehicles.
Fuel vehicles as required and report the need for service repair.
Operate the Fleet Commander fleet management system.
Lift, move, load, and transport materials, supplies, furniture, heavy equipment, records, mail, money, food or waste materials.
Perform functions necessary to the operation of a laundry in a locked facility.
Coordinate work requests and assign staff or work crew to job.
Maintain logs, coordinate work requests, and perform related office support tasks.
Order, receive, and maintain inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment.
Perform assignments of a Utility Worker I/II.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Note: The level and scope of the knowledge and skills listed below are related to job duties as defined under Distinguishing Characteristics.
Knowledge of:
Basic supervisory principles and practices.
Policies and procedures related to the area to which assigned.
Methods, materials, tools, and practices used in performing a variety of manual tasks such as building and grounds maintenance; minor equipment repair; transportation of materials and patients; laundry operations; and providing semi-skilled tasks to skilled trades personnel.
Methods, practices and equipment used in the receipt, storage, handling, ordering, and inventory of materials and equipment.
Safety regulations, precautions, and practices.
Skill/Ability to:
Plan, assign, direct and review the work of others.
Organize, prioritize, and coordinate work activities.
Train others in work procedures.
Perform technical, specialized, complex or difficult manual tasks.
Read and interpret rules, policies and procedures.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Operate and care for vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the job.
Use initiative and sound independent judgement within established guidelines.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Maintain accurate records of work performed and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
Lift, carry, push, or move materials, supplies, or equipment up to 50 pounds.
Lift and move patients; climb ladders; and walk or stand for long periods of time.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
Two years of experience providing building and facility maintenance and minor equipment repair.
Licensure/Certification:
Some positions require possession of a class C California driver license or equivalent.
Some positions require possession of a class B California driver license or equivalent.
Application/Examination
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, or extra help/limited term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Based solely on the information provided in the application materials, an application screening committee will select those applicants whose education, training and experience most closely matches the needs of the department. Those selected will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include the evaluation of a written or performance exercise given immediately preceding the interview. Selected applicants will be notified of the date, time and place of the tests.
IMPORTANT : Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. PST
Screening: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Combined Panel Interviews: Thursday, November 21, 2024
About the County
San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.
The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
HR Analyst: Arlene Cahill (Senior Utility Worker - T062)
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Please visit www.smcgov.org/media/100151/download?inline= for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification.
Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change.
As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you.
County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked.
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IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.]
I have read and understand this information.
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The position requires a valid California driver license. Please provide your California driver license: a) class; b) number, and c) expiration date.
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Have you received any vehicle citations for moving violations within the last 5 years? If yes, please explain fully. A yes answer to this question is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.
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Describe your experience driving trucks, vans or towing small trailers.
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This position requires flexibility with hours, including evenings and weekends. I am willing to work:
Evenings
Weekends
None of the above
Required Question
Agency
County of San Mateo
Address
County of San Mateo Human Resources Department 500 County Center, 4th Floor Redwood City, California, 94063-1663
Phone
(650) 363-4343
Website
https://jobs.smcgov.org
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