Job Details

Salary : $60,156.20 - $73,120.06 Annually

Location : Santa Barbara, CA

Job Type: Full-time Classified

Job Number: 2024-###-####-P&R-MW

Department: Parks and Recreation

Division: P&R - Park Operations Management

Opening Date: 10/30/2024

Closing Date: 12/3/2024 5:30 PM Pacific

DESCRIPTION

ABOUT US

At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive.

The mission of the Parks and Recreation Department is to provide diverse open space, park, beach and community forest resources, and to enrich people's lives through a broad array of recreation and community services. The Department manages 1,810 acres of parkland encompassing 60 developed and open space parks, beaches, recreation and sports facilities, as well as the City's urban forest, parkways and medians programs.

THE POSITION

The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an experienced Equipment Operator. Incumbents will operate a variety of power-driven maintenance and construction equipment for conducting maintenance activities including beach cleaning, loading, hauling, mowing and related operations; to perform general maintenance duties; and to participate in a variety of special maintenance projects

BENEFITS:

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EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

• Operation and maintenance requirements of power-driven equipment.
• Practices, methods, and materials used in general construction and maintenance work.
• Traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in heavy equipment operations.
• Basic mechanical maintenance and repair techniques.
• Principles of lead supervision and training.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to:

• Operate a variety of power-driven equipment.
• Perform a variety of semi-skilled construction and maintenance tasks.
• Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications and technical manuals.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Learn, understand and apply pertinent laws, rules and regulations.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

One (1) year of experience performing maintenance work involving the operation of light and heavy construction and maintenance equipment.

Education and/or Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class B Commercial driver's license within six (6) months of appointment.

Special Conditions:

This position is subject to pre-employment/pre-duty drug and on-going random alcohol testing under the City of Santa Barbara Drug & Alcohol Testing Policy (DOT).

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

There is currently one (1) vacancy within the Parks & Recreation Department.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.

CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2024.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The City of Santa Barbara is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.

THE SALARY RANGE consists of five steps, each representing an increase of approximately five percent. STEP INCREASES, through the top salary step, are tied to job performance with annual performance reviews. Employees receive annual performance reviews.

THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS may vary and are subject to collective bargaining:

Note: Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits, e.g., 50%, 60%, etc.

• The City is a member of the Coastal Housing Partnership, which offers home loan assistance and rental reductions.
• 9/80-Standard Citywide 9/80 work schedule with closures on alternate Fridays.
• Flexwork/Telecommuting is available.
• Bilingual pay may be available at a rate of $64 / pay period.
• Vacation is accrued at 96 hours / year, increasing with City service.
• Personal leave (32 hours) is provided each July 1st at the start of the fiscal year (pro-rated the first year).
• Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 96 hours / year.
• Holidays: 10 holidays (80 hours) are observed / year.
• Retirement: PERS Miscellaneous formula: "Classic" members: 2.7% @ 55; employee contributes 8% of salary. "New" members: 2% @ 62; employee contributes 6.75% of salary. The City does not participate in Social Security.
• Insurance including medical, dental and vision benefits are available under a group plan. Click here for the benefits rate sheet: General Unit Rate Sheet.
• Employees who opt-out of the group insurance coverage may be eligible for a cash pay-out of up to $362.38 / month.
• Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance ($50,000) is provided.
• Employee Assistance Program: A City-paid EAP is available for employees and members of their household.
• Long-term Disability Insurance is provided.
• State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) is provided. Employee pays 1% of salary (pre-tax).
• Deferred Compensation Savings Plans (457) are available to employees through a deferred compensation program.
• Uniforms will be provided by the City to those employees required to wear a uniform.
• Employee must pay an amount equal to 1.45% of salary toward Medicare. An equal amount is paid by the City.

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Describe your experience in maintaining large commercial landscapes, public park sites, or golf courses. Be specific and list your job assignment (duties performed) and equipment used in performing these duties. Be sure to include the location and employer.

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Describe your experience operating a large front-end loader, skip-loader, and dump truck. Be sure to include the location and employer.

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Describe your experience mowing turf and working on turf maintenance projects. Be sure to include the location and employer.

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Describe your experience working on construction projects such as concrete forming and finishing; grading for park and/or golf course improvement projects, installation and improvements. Be sure to include the location and employer.

Required Question