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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - January 16, 1991 (31)C O U N C I L C O M M U N I C A lT„RI O N TO: THE CITY COUNCIL COUNCIL MEETING DATE: FROM: THE CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE January 16, 1991 SUBJECT: Revised Class Specifications for Public Works positions. PREPARED BY: Joanne Narloch, Personnel Director RECOMMENDED ACTION: BACKGROUND INFORMATION: JMN/la Attachment COUNCO31/TXTA.04P That the City Council approve the revised class specifications (Resolution 91- 11 ) for: Laborer/Maintenance Worker I/II, Street Maintenance Worker III, Water/Wastewater Maintenance Worker III, Plant and Equipment Mechanic, Tree Trimmer, and Senior Tree Trimmer. Because of the new regulations imposed by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, many vehicles which in the past did not require a commercial licence to operate now do. In conformance with the law, this requirement has been added to the attached job specifications. All incumbents have or are being trained to qualify them for the license. Respectfully Submitted, -14k, oanne M. Narloch Personnel Director RESOLUTION NO. 91-11 A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL APPROVING THE REVISED CLASS SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS POSITIONS RESOLVED, that the Lodi City Council does hereby adopt the revised class specifications for the following Public Works Department positions, as shown on Exhibits A through F, attached hereto and thereby made a part hereof: A) Laborer/Maintenance Worker I/II B) Street Maintenance Worker III C) Water/Wastewater Maintenance Worker III D) Plant and Equipment Mechanic E) Tree Trimmer F) Senior Tree Trimmer Dated: January 16, 1991 I hereby certify that Resolution No. 91-11 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held January 16 1991 by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members - Pennino, Pinkerton, Sieglock, Snider and Hinchman (Mayor) Noes: Council Members - None Absent: Council Members - None 1f, 114:&.»cjZ.y Alice M. Reimche City Clerk 91-11 RES9111/TXTA.02J CITY OF LODI r,aborer/Maintenance Worker I/II DEFINITION: January i6, 1991 Performs a wide variety of maintenance and construction work in either the Street or Water/Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department. Performs a variety of semi -skilled and skilled tasks as assignee; operates light and heavy equipment. These three classes are flexibly stated such that an individual assuming a Laborer position may reasonably expect to progress to the I level with training, experience, and satisfactory performance. Similarly, a Maintenance Worker I may expect to progress to the II level. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Laborer - This is the sub -entry level class in the maintenance worker series. Positions in this class are distinguished from higher level classes in that they are expected to have virtually no experience or technical knowledge in construction and maintenance work. This position performs the most routine work in the Public Works and Parks Departments and never exercises technical supervision over other maintenance workers. Maintenance Worker I - This is the entry level of the maintenance worker series. Positions in this class are distinguished from the 'iaintenance Worker II level in that they do not perforin as broad a range of technically complex skills, do not operate heavy equipment as frequently, and are not normally expected to lead a field crew. The I level is di tingui_:nea foray the Laborer in that the Maintenance Worker I's perforin more than -::e most routine tasks. Under the flexible staffing system, positions in -lis level normally are filled from the Laborer class. Maintenance Worker II - This is the journey level in the maintenance cisss series. Positions in this class are fully trained in a variety of tasks in the Streets of Water/Wastewater Divisions. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker I level by the greater extent of technical knowledge; also, the II level occasionally is required to lead a field crew. The II level is distinguished from the III level in that III's regularly are expected to lead field crews and assist Supervisors with administrative tasks. Under the flexible staffing system, positions in this class normally are filled from the I level. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Laborer - Receives immediate supervision from Division Supervisors and senior level maintenance workers. Maintenance Worker I/II - Receives general supervision from Division supervisors and occasionally exercises technical supervision over Lower level maintenance positions. Receives technical supervision from Maintenance Worker III':s. CITY OF LODI • 'LiBORER/MAINTENANCI )RKER I/II EXAMPTES OF DUTIES: Duties may include, but are not limit to, the following: Page 2 of -: Streets Spreads, rakes, compacts, and rolls asphalt in streets construction and maintenance. Excavates curbs and gutters, sidewalks, and utility trenches. Prepares sub -grade for curb and gutter, roadways, and sidewalks. Repairs pot holes with oil mix, cold mix asphalt, and hot.rix asphalt. Performs pavement crack sealing. Repairs sprinkler systems and related components. Reclamites and sand seals streets, alleys, and parking lots. Cleans street and alleys. Mixes, pours, and finishes concrete. Cleans and maintains storm pumping stations, manholes, and catch basins; rods plugged catch basin lines. Installs street name signs and traffic warning signs; paints crosswalks and speed limit legends; repairs street signs. Assists in tree removal and minor trimming. Operates tractors, backhoes, chipper, Vactors, trucks, and numerous other light and heavy equipment and power tools in the performance of 1u ies. Water/Wastewater Installs and repairs water and wastewater services. Mixes, pours, and finishes cement. Measures, cuts, and threads pipes, installs various sizes of 4ate:lines. Installs and maintains wastewater lines. Repairs and upgrades well piping and equipment. Bores waterlines under streets. Installs and repairs fire hydrants. Installs manholes. Unplugs wastewater lines and storm drains. Assists Street Division in storm patrol Cleans and maintains equipment. Repairs and maintains water valves, water meters, and related facilities. Checks City wells and sewer lift stations. Operates tractors, backhoes, Vector, trucks and numerous other light and heavy equipment and power tools in the performance of duties. Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Laborer Knowledge of: Basic maintenance methods and equipment. Ability to: Perform manual fiber. Understand and carry out •)ral and .iriCt, r, ;t t•uct Learn the ::.:e .and i'' ration of a varlet •I • • III{,ttu'nt .•+t. :u3 v,'h: :tom;;. Learn .:.its work :`r ict ice;;. CITY OF LODI usage 3 of 4 LABORER/MAINTENANCE RKER I/II EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE None required. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Driver's License (Class C) issued from the 2alifornia Department of Motor Vehicles. ?rior to permanent appointment, the appropriate Commercial Driver's License with endorsements, as mandated by the State of California Commercial Vehicle Code. Maintenance Worker Knowledge of: Methods, materials, and equipment used in construction and maintenance. Purpose and uses of a variety of light and heavy equipment, vehicles, and power tools. Safe work practices. Ability to: Perform technically complex construction and maintenance tasks. Operate a variety of equipment, vehicles, and tool:;. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to experience and education that .soul.: _::;eiy provide the required knowledge and abilities would be: Education: None required. Experience: One year experience in construction and/or maintenance work. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Driver's License (Class C) issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Prior to permanent appointment, the appropriate Commercial Driver's License with endorsements, as mandated by the State of Californai Commercial Vehicle Code. Maintenance Worker II In addition to the requirements for Maintenance Worker I: Knowiedge of: :;r>ec.>.t 1c .lttr.. JLC a ,1 'he City s: system. >: ve :e0 :tot work art of r:r . .•1 ..et er/wast twat er CITY OF LODI Page 4 of 4 LABORER/MAINTENANCL JRKER I/II EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to experie•:e and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be: Education: None required. Experience: Two years experience in construction anti/or :maintenance :,cork. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Driver's License (Class C) issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Prior to permanent appointment, the appropriate Commercial Driver's License with endorsements, as mandated by the State of California Commerical Vehicle Code. JOBSPE49/TXTA.04P/REC.DIR C CITY OF LODI January ;o, i991 Street Maintenance Worker 1 1 D FIINIT ON: Performs highly responsible work in the construction, maintenance .and repair of City streets, alleys, and parking lots. Performs various skii=ea tasks in the Street Division; operates heavy equipment, assists in the uoervision of field crews. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is an advanced journey level class in the maintel.ance work r class series. Positions in this class are cistingulsned from Maintenance :corker =I's in the Streets Division in the following ways: they are expected 'o exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level maintenance workers by being field crew lead workers; they are expected to operate ,all heavy equipment and vehicles in the Division; they perform the most technically complex tasks in streets construction and maintenance work and other Division functions. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general supervision from the Street Supervisors. Regularly exercises technical supervision over lower level maintenance workers. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Serves as lead worker for field crews; organizes work; oversees ...?rk e: crew. Assists Supervisor in project scheduling and work organization; prepares daily time cards for crew in absence of Supervisor. Oversees placement of cones, signs, and barricades at job site for safety precautions. Spreads, rakes, compacts and rolls asphalt in streets construction and maintenance. Excavates for curbs, gutters, and sidewalks; excavates and backfills trenches. Prepares subgrade for curb and gutter, roadways, and sidewalks. Repairs pot holes with oil mix, cold mix asphalt, and hot mix asphalt. Performs pavement crack sealing. Reclamites and sand seals streets, alleys, and parking los. Cleans streets and alleys. Repairs :sprinkler systems and components. Mixes, pours, and finishes concrete. Cleans and maintains storm pumping .stations, manholes, and catch basins: rods plugged catch basin lines; cleans latch basins. Installs street name signs and that t ic; •..tr• nq signs; paint:: ,:rc,:;:.w;ttk_; ;;peed limit legends; repair:: .t rer. A:;ni:;ts in tree removal. Operates L;ackfoes, :r<tder, chipper, deeper. .u:, „t-. , I:Umerons ,i .?r ,.i ht. and I,ea✓'[ .,.... !tI .ti,i ;• .w,•r . •,I.. ,n !.1,• p'riormance Perform:, relate,: .::t t..,, CITY (M' LODI. STREET MAINTENANCE T'--42K::.R III MINIt4UM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: tcic 2 ..t ' Methods, procedures, materials, and equipment used in streets construction and maintenance. Purpose and uses of a variety of heavy equipment, vehicles artd power tools. Safety work practices. Federal and State regulations pertaining to traffic control devices and markings. Ability to: Perform technically complex streets construction and ,maintenance tasks. Organize and oversee the work of others. Operate a variety of equipment, vehicles, and tools. Read and interpret plans and specifications. Communicate clearly and concisely. Establish safe work practices and train field crews. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to education and experience that ar.0:a .:;:•.pry provide the required knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Completion of high school or its equivalent. Exuerience Three years experience in construction and maintenance work incit:din.; cne year in the operation of a variety of constructicn equipment in ::t;�•e?. construction and maintenance. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Driver's License (Class C) insued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Prior to permanent appointment, the appropriate Commercial Driver's License with endorsements, as mandated by the State of California Commercial Vehicle Code. JOSSPES3/TXTA.04P/REC. DIR CITY OF LODI January 16, 1991 water/Wastewater Maintenance Worker III DEFINITION: • Performs highly responsible work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater collection systems. Performs various ::killed tasks in the Water/Wastewater Division; operates heavy equipment; assists in the supervision of field crews. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is an advanced journey level class in the maintenance worker class series. Positions in this class are distinguished from Maintenance Worker II's in the Water/Wastewater Division in the following ways: they are expected to exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level maintenance workers by being field crew lead workers; they are expected to operate all heavy equipment and venicles in the Division; they pertorr the most technically complex tasks in water/wastewater system construction and maintenance work and other Division functions. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general direction from the Water/Wastewater Supervisor. Regularly exercises technical supervision over lower level ma:r:te::.rnce workers. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Duties may include, but are not Limited to, the following: Serves as lead worker for field crews; organizes work; oversees •.)rt •)r •:rew. Assists Supervisor in project scheduling and work organization; ,eepares daily time cards for crew in absence of Supervisor. Oversees placement of cones, signs, and barricades at job site :or .;arety precautions. Installs and repairs water and wastewater services. Mixes, pours, and finishes concrete. Excavates and backfills trenches. Measures, cuts, and threads pipes; installs various sizes of water Lines. Installs and maintains wastewater lines. Repairs and upgrades well piping and equipment. Bores waterlines under streets. Installs and repairs fire hydrants. Installs manholes. Assists Streets Division i.n storm patrol. Cleans and maintains equipment. Repairs water valves and performs meter maintenance .rid repair. Checks City wells and wastewater lift :stations. Operates backhoes, vector, • V inspection t l i tpment, trucks, .rntl numerous other ligrt and heavy equipment 'furl r . r I<rol:, in the pertnrmance ;,t duties. Performs related duth 5 Az; requ:r••-1. CITY Or LuDI ;VATER/WASTEWATER MAT"TTENANCE WORKER III MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Methods, materials, and equipment used in water/wastewater system construction and maintenance. General construction methods and procedures with an emphasis in plumbina. Purpose and uses of variety of heavy equipment, vehicles, and power :ocl:;. Safe work practices. Ability to: Perform technically complex water/wastewater system construction and :maintenance tasks. Organize and oversee the work of others. Operate a variety of equipment, vehicles, and tools. Read and interpret plans and specifications. Communicate clearly and concisely. Establish safe work practices and train field crews. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to education and experience that weuid Likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Completion of high school or its equivalent. Experience: Three years experience in construction and maintenance work inclirq one year in the operation of a variety of construction equipment in water/wastewater construction and maintenance. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Driver's License (Class C) issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Prior to permanent appointment, the appropriate Commercial Driver's License with endorsements, as mandated by the State of California Commercial Vehicle Code. JOBSPE52/TXTA.04P/REC.DIR CITY OF LODI _'!.ant and Enuipment Mechanic DEFINIITION January 16, 1991 , tr.1. ,u i. ►.. Performs skilled mecnanical and maintenance work on wells, pumps, motors, and related equipment for the water system, storm drain, wastewater pumping stations and treatment plant; responds to customer water and wastewater service calls and operational emergencies; performs specialized systems maintenance t::_.s as assigned. DISTINGUISHINIG C:?ARACTERISTICS: This is a :ourrey level class in the :+..ter/Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department, performing preventative maintenance and technical mechanical work. Positions in this class work independently at the wastewater treatment plant and on city-wide water distribution and wastewater collection :systems. It is distinguished from tne Water/Wastewater Maintenance Worker III class in that it performs primarily mechanical functions, works independently, and does not .ead a field crew. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND FIXE RCIS=D: Receives general supervision from the Water/Wastewater Superv-.:or .'r -he Wastewater Treatment Supervisor. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the to11owinq: Inspects, operates, diagnoses, and repairs wells, .wastewater purr:::. storm pumps, valves, and wastewater plant equipment. Pert.:'ass regularly scheduled preventative maintenance work. Resoonds to customer complaints regarding conservation, water and wastewater services. Inspects, operates, diagnoses and repairs chlorinator and sulpher dioxide equipment, hydraulic units, boilers, heat exchangers and other stationary equipment. Repairs water meters and other water and wastewater services. Electronically traces customer services lines. Coordinates repair work with electricians and/or contractors. Records electrical and flow reading data from water, wastewater, and storm pumps. Measures and records water and well soundings. Maps and records Location:; of water valves, water lines and tire hydrants. Maintains logs of repair on mechanical equipment. Coordinates maintenance and repair work ot emergency generators with other city personnel. Maintains supply of sampling eouipment for •nlorinc ,rad bacteria tests. Takes samples of water and t,.sts :h'_or :le content. rises and mainta:ns .t variety of r'w.•• , Ind chop rc,ols and • qutlhmen* . Assists street. water .iP.r] wastewr,t .•w• s ' nercy-m:rc•:; wrr,•n n�•r,i.•c►. Provides :trecr.:on o .i:::;i. ting t..,t :. „ r :. t to m in l:r':rutr .work r,rccedar":: .nc .:.►tett' ,•r'•cantir;n:;. ;per.atrr:;• :oau. Irc:t:. ,•ut:. c:h.vr (t ,r. :c r. su•t t.it r•,n.,rl :.n:. r t . r:... CITY OF LODI Page 2 of 3 PLANT AND EQUIPMEN ,ECHAN1C EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (continued): Maintains storage ponds by spraying ::.J discing. Reads Gauges and meters to ensure the proper operations of water and wastewater systems. Operates tractor -loader to clean sludge lagoons. Cleans and maintains landscaped areas, roadways, and general grounds at White Slough, wells, storm and wastewater pump stations. Cleans and maintains anaerobic digesters including gas compressors and related equipment. Maintains tools, equipment and work area in a clean. safe condition. Performs ether related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: Mechanics of water, wastewater and storm systems and pumps, hydraulic units, boilers, collection units, displacement blowers, gas compressors, .anaerobic digester, emergen:y generators, and other related equipment. Principles of plumbing. Methods, materials and equipment used in maintenance of water, xa;:tewater systems and wastewater facilities. Rigging principles -Ind techniques, Basic mathematics. Maintenance of storage ponds and sludge Lagoons. Proper loading and unloading of chlorine cylinders. Safe work practices in the water and wastewater industry. Use and maintenance of a variety of tools and equipment used in .. ir-:•r, wastewater and treatment systems. Skill To: Operate and perform maintenance work on water and wastewater nystem equipment. Diagnose and repair mechanical problems in water and wastewater systems. Work independently. Communicate clearly and concisely. Maintain accurate records. Understand and follow oral instructions. Read and interpret manuals, construction plans, and specifications. Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with city employees, vendors, and the general public. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of experience and education 'nat would likely produce the qualifying knowledge and ability. A ;. i,: •:ombinat. is n Education: Ccmpletion ._ ,h ^.c)oi or tt.L {u�:,.. •,:: Three c;.,3r:. ,., xperi,.t:.:e ..,,r,sn,; .,,L fl ...rt,•r ,.,t, N.�t,•t ..,^.:i,n,, c CITY OF LODI PLF,;fT AND EQUIPMEb .ECHANIC LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES: Page 3 of 3 Possession of a valid Driver's Licen— Class C) from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Prior to permanent appointment, " e appropriate Commercial Driver's License with endorsements, as manaated by the State of California Commercial Vehicle Code. JOBSPE02/TXTA.04P/REC.DIR C CITY OF LODI January 16, 1391 Tree Trimmer ;ser DEFINITION: immatIV Trims a variety of City trees; plants and removes trees; performs other Street Division work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the journey level class of the tree trimer class series. The Tree Trimmer is a regular member of the tree trimming crew led by the Senior Tree Trimmer. It is distinguished from the Senor level in that he only occasionally exercises technical .supervision over subordinate classes .and does not perform the most technically complex tree trimming jobs on a regular basis. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general supervision from Street Supervisors; receives technical supervision from the Senior Tree Trimmer. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the tollowinn: Working under an annual program, trims and cleans a variety utrees in parks, parkways, around high vottace power lines, and c::T .:it-; .ucuncs. Performs root surgery and topping, falling and lowering :imp.;, ;; 'ori, and limb cabling. Operates Hi -Ranger, power tools, chipper and chain saw. Cleans and maintains hand and power tools, climbing equipment, trimming equipment. Provides appropriate protection to vehicular and pedestrian trat::::.az .:ork site. Performs, as required, other Street Division duties similar to maintenance Worker I or II. Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Tree maintenance, planting, and removal. Tree species, diseases, and insects. Purpose and uses of power equipment. Safe work practices. Ability to: Trim, plant, and remove tree:,. climb with rope .and .:addle:. Treat diseased trees. Operate a : ar:ety power cquipmenc ,.. Communicate c.earty and -oncisely. Work ..rate• y; AW ton crenarY ... a:. .i,. •a• „. _;ndcrst,e:: .r.r: ....r7 ,ur r.at :n.: r. •;:.&:ri,:.ca n.:. CITY OF LODI TREE TRIMMEER EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE .. 01 2 Any combination equivalent to education and experience that wouia likely provide the required knowledge and<ab:__ties would be: Education: None required. Experience: One year experience as a tree trimmer or related wor-z. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Driver's License (Class C) issued from the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Prior to permanent appointment, the appropriate Commercial Driver's License with endorsements, as mandated by the State of California Commercial Vehicle Code. JOBSPE54/T_XTA.04P/REC.DIR CITY OF :,ODI January 16, 1991 Senior Tree Trimmer DEFINITION: I FiRiaTi IIT Serves as lead worker for tree trimming crew. Trims a variety of City trees; plants and removes trees; performs other Street Division work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is an advanced journey level class specializing in tree tri ring and other tree work. It is distinguished from the Tree Trimmer class by the extent of technical expertise required and in the regular exercise of technical and functional supervision over subordinate positions. The Senior Tree Trimmer is a field crew Leader and works with minimal supervision. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives minimal general supervision from Streets Division Super; ors. Regularly exercises technical and functional supervision over ho Tr.'e Trimmer and Maintenance Worker positions. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Working under an annual program, trims and cleans a variety of y ..rens parks, parkways, around high voltage power lines. and on Ci: grounds. Performs root surgery and topping, falling and Lowering limos, c :qty Work. a.id limb cabling. Operates Hi -Ranger, power tools, chipper and chain saw. Cleans and maintains hand and Dower tools, climbing equipment, and equipment. Provides appropriate protection to vehicular and pedestrian traffic at :pork site. Serves as field crew leader; responsible for the work of subordinate crew members. Performs, as rewired, other Street Division duties similar to maintenance Worker I or II. Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Tree maintenance, planting, and removal. Tree species, diseases, and insects. Purpose and uses of power equipment. Safe work practices. SENIOR TREE TRIMMER-, MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Continued) Abilit. to: Work with minimal direct supervis4on. TrL, plant, and remove trees. Climb with rove and saddle. Treat diseased trees. Operate a variety of power equipment and vehicles. Communicate clearly and concisely. Orcanize and supervise the work of a tree trimming crew. :fork safely; exercise caution around hick voltage power lines. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be: Education: None required. Experience: Two years experience as a tree trimmer or related work. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Driver's License (Class C) issued from ,-`:q Department of Motor Vehicles. Prior to permanent appointment. :. appropriate Commercial Driver's License with endorsements, as ma:..satea oy the State of California Commercial Vehicle Code. JOBSPES5/TXTA.04P/REC.DIR