Description
Performs unskilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and upkeep of the grounds, buildings and equipment at a wastewater treatment plant and/or pumping station:and performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This class is distinguished by its responsibility for the performance of unskilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and upkeep of grounds, buildings and equipment at a wastewater treatment plant and/or pumping station.
Examples of Duties
The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.
Operates power, passenger and tractor type of mowers or equipment of comparable complexity to mow lawns, move small loads, etc.; maintains equipment by servicing, adjusting, removing and installing accessories; trims grass and weeds along walks, driveways, tanks, buildings, and planted areas; waters and fertilizes lawns and plants; prunes trees, shrubs and hedges; sprays plants and flowers with insecticides; rakes leaves and grass; transplants and cultivates plants, flowers and shrubs; assists in removing and pulverizing dried sludge; assists in cleaning and maintaining sludge processing equipment, tanks, digesters and chlorinators; assists in the maintenance and repair work on treatment plant and pump station equipment and in the installation, repair and replacement of water lines and sprinkler heads for lawn sprinkling systems; assists in painting buildings and equipment; assists in building maintenance work; opens and closes valves as instructed; performs housekeeping duties such as cleaning windows, bathrooms, floors and walls; operates motor vehicles as required.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience: (1) A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of mechanical work experience.
License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license (Type 3) or CDL; and a State of Hawaii Medical Examiner's Certificate, as applicable, prior to completion of probation.
Knowledge of: tools, materials and practices used in grounds keeping and custodial work; basic mechanic hand tools and their uses; servicing requirements of mechanical equipment.
Ability to: learn general custodial and maintenance work at wastewater treatment plants; learn to operate and maintain power, passenger and tractor type mowers; use common hand and garden tools; work under unpleasant, obnoxious conditions; understand and follow oral and written instructions; work harmoniously with others; handle weights and loads.
Health And Physical Condition
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for the performance of the duties.
Physical Effort Grouping: Heavy
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Maui
If you have never applied for a job using the NEOGOV system, you must create an account. You will need a username, password, and working email address to create your account. Your detailed work history is required on the application. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is NOT an acceptable response under the "Work Experience" section. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. Applications may be rejected if they are incomplete.
EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY
The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination
Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.
Personnel Services Email: personnel.services@mauicounty.gov
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Employee Benefits Overview
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This position requires a combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school. Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent? (Please ensure your high school information is included in the Education section of your application)
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Do you have one year of mechanical work experience?
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If yes, please indicate at which employer did you gain this experience, the specific duties performed, and the percentage of time spent performing those duties
