<p>Definition</p> <p>First review of applications will take place on June 9, 2026.</p> <p>This posting may close at any time after that date once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.</p> <p>Don't wait apply today!</p> <p>Under direct supervision; performs a variety of unskilled and semiskilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of City buildings and equipment, park, open space, cemetery, pool and recreation facilities, rights-of-way, and related facilities as required. A Parks Landscape & Building Maintenance Worker I may be assigned to any maintenance division in the Parks & Community Services Department.</p> <p>Distinguishing Characteristics</p> <p>The Parks Landscape & Building Maintenance Worker I classification is the entry-level position within the Parks Landscape & Building Maintenance series. Employees within the Parks Landscape & Building Maintenance Worker I class typically require direct supervision and perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks. Employees in this class perform the more routine tasks and duties assigned and assist higher-level staff in performing the more complex and difficult tasks. Employees are not expected to perform with the same independence and judgment on matters allocated to the Parks Landscape & Building Maintenance Worker class.</p> <p>Representative Duties / Qualifications</p> <p>The representative duties listed include essential and marginal functions that vary by position. Individuals with disabilities will be considered for placement into positions in this class based upon an assessment of the essential functions of the particular position.</p> <p>Employees will initially assist journey level employees with, and eventually perform after successful training, the following examples of duties:</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:</p> <p>Building Maintenance Crew:</p> <ul> <li>Performs a variety of unskilled and semiskilled work on City buildings and structures; constructs framing, floors and roofing, repairs walls and replaces broken windows and glass; constructs and installs doors; builds articles of wood such as platforms or podiums; repairs and installs various types of wood cabinets, counters, shelving, and repairs stairways; maintains carpentry equipment and tools. </li><li>Performs minor electrical repair work; installs electrical outlets, lines, switches, conduits, circuits and circuit breakers, voltage regulators and related electrical equipment, plugs and switches; operates, troubleshoots, replaces parts and makes maintenance repairs to air conditioning, heating, and other stationary building equipment; wires and maintains lighting and other circuits in various types of buildings; maintains electrical equipment and tools; replaces light bulbs. </li><li>Performs semiskilled plumbing maintenance work; replaces and repairs, inspects, installs, alters and maintains plumbing systems and fixtures, including minor repairs to water, sewer and gas lines, valves, drains, sinks, toilets, faucets, pipes, drains and other plumbing installations; clear clogged sewer and water lines; maintains plumbing equipment and tools. </li><li>Builds forms and mixes, pours, and finishes concrete. </li><li>With the proper certification operates and maintains pool and recreation facilities to include chemical monitoring and proper chemical balancing, coating filters and other pool maintenance duties. </li><li>Prepares work for painting by cleaning surfaces, patches, fills, tapes, textures and sands, paints building and structure interiors and exteriors, applies paint, varnishes and lacquers by using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment; mixes paint; does sign lettering on wood; maintains painting equipment and tools; provides information on the time and materials it took to complete the job. </li><li>Performs building cleaning work including scrubbing, mopping, sealing, and waxing floors and cleaning and disinfecting bathrooms. </li><li>Maintains and dispenses building and office supplies. </li><li>Performs other building maintenance duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:</p> <p>Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to acquire the knowledge and abilities would be:</p> <p>Experience:</p> <p>A minimum of one year of work experience in building maintenance, landscape, horticulture, construction, electrical and/or mechanical disciplines.</p> <p>and</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.</p> <p>LICENSES AND/OR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:</p> <ul> <li>Possession of a valid and required appropriate California Driver's License (Class C) issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. </li><li>Must be willing to work outdoors and in all weather conditions and with exposure to traffic and potentially hazardous substances; may be required to work outside of normal business hours. </li><li>Must be able to perform heavy manual labor associated with assigned maintenance tasks which may include lifting objects weighing up to 100 pounds. </li></ul> <p>Those assigned to Building Maintenance must obtain their Certification in Pool Operation (CPO) within 12 months of appointment to this class, plus any State-mandated certification for this position. Successful completion of the certification process is required to pass probation and have the opportunity to advance to the Parks Landscape & Building Maintenance Journeyman.</p> <p>After one year completion at the Parks Landscape & Building Maintenance Worker I classification, an incumbent may be considered for promotion to the Parks Landscape & Building Maintenance Journeyman classification based on: performance evaluations, skill level and performance; and with the recommendation and approval of the Department Head and the City Manager. Placement, or promotion, to a Parks Landscape & Building Maintenance Journeyman requires passing the city of Benicia proficient test, which encompasses practical testing in applicable division of the Parks and Community Services Department. Tests will be offered annually.</p> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS</p> <p>Work involves considerable physical exertion, including heavy lifting. Most work is done outdoors, and will be performed in all weather conditions including inclement weather. Involves exposure to the hazards associated with working around traffic and heavy equipment. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job assignments; must comply with all safety and CalOSHA standard.</p> <p>For the full job description, please visit: HERE</p> <p>Supplemental Information</p> <p>APPLICATION PROCESS:</p> <p>Individuals interested in being considered for the Parks Landscape Building Maintenance Worker - Building Maintenance Division position must submit an application and responses to the required supplemental questions by the final filing date. It is preferred you apply through the NeoGov system.</p> <p>APPLY HERE</p> <p>Individuals wishing to file a paper application in lieu of the on-line application process should contact the City of Benicia Human Resources Department.</p> <p>Applicants are expected to accurately document their related experience and any training, education, and/or skills relevant to this position. Applicants should respond to all supplemental questions, even if the information is also contained in the application.</p> <p>SELECTION PROCESS:</p> <p>Application materials will be carefully evaluated; applicants who document possession of experience and education which most closely meet the requirements of the position will be invited to participate in the next phase of the selection process, which may include an assessment center and interview process.</p> <p>Prior to appointment, candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and a pre-placement medical screening, including a drug screen.</p> <p>Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to future steps in the process.</p> <p>HOW APPLICANTS ARE NOTIFIED OF THEIR STATUS:</p> <p>Application status notifications are distributed via email through the Neogov (governmentjobs.com) email system, so please check your email/junk mail/spam folders for status notification updates.</p> <p>If, due to a disability, you need accommodations at any point during the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 746-4766.</p> <p>Benefits for BPSEA Employees</p> <p>01</p> <p>To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this position. All work experience that is described or included in your supplemental responses(s) should have occurred during employment of one/more of the Employers you listed in the "Work Experience" section of your application. If not, you will need to provide additional information as to where/how you received that experience.</p> <ul> <li>I have read and understand the above instructions. </li></ul> <p>02</p> <p>Do you understand that, prior to appointment, you must successfully pass a background investigation (including a Live Scan and an administrative background)?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>03</p> <p>Do you Possess a Valid California Driver's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles? (Mimimum Qualification Question)</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>04</p> <p>What is your highest level of education?</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED </li><li>Some college or Associate's degree </li><li>Bachelor's degree </li><li>Master's degree or higher </li></ul> <p>05</p> <p>Are you willing to work weekends, holidays, or other irregular hours and to conform to departmental uniform standards?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>06</p> <p>Work involves considerable physical exertion, including lifting and repetivie movement. Most work is done outdoors, and will be performed in all weather conditions, including inclement weather. Work involves exposure to the hazards associated with working around traffic, noise, and equipment. Are you able to peform such types of duties, with our without accommodation?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>07</p> <p>How many years of experience do you have performing building maintenance work?</p> <ul> <li>None </li><li>At least 1 month but less than 6 months </li><li>At least 6 months but less than 1 year </li><li>1-2 Years </li><li>2+ Years </li></ul> <p>08</p> <p>What types of construction work experience do you have?</p> <ul> <li>General Laborer </li><li>Site Cleanup / Sweeper </li><li>Framing </li><li>Concrete / Formwork </li><li>Carpentry (Finish or Rough) </li><li>Roofing </li><li>Drywall / Taping </li><li>Painting </li><li>Masonry / Brickwork </li><li>Equipment Operator </li></ul> <p>09</p> <p>How many years of full-time paid experience do you have performing minor electrical repair?</p> <ul> <li>None </li><li>At least 1 month but less than 6 months experience </li><li>At least 6 months but less than 1 year experience </li><li>At least 1 year but less than 2 years experience </li><li>More than 2 years experience </li></ul> <p>10</p> <p>How many years of full-time paid experience do you have performing semi-skilled plumbing maintenance?</p> <ul> <li>None </li><li>At least 1 month but less than 6 months experience </li><li>At least 6 months but less than 1 year experience </li><li>At least 1 year but less than 2 years experience </li><li>More than 2 years </li></ul> <p>11</p> <p>How many years of experience do you have performing HVAC repairs?</p> <ul> <li>None </li><li>At least 1 month but less than 6 months </li><li>At least 6 months but less than 1 year </li><li>1 - 2 Years </li><li>2 + Years </li></ul> <p>12</p> <p>Please describe any education, training, licenses, and work experience not previously covered on your application that you feel qualifies you for the position of Building Maintenance Worker.</p> <p>13</p> <p>Do you certify that the information and statements made in connection with this application and supplemental questionnaire are complete and true to the best of your knowledge? Please note that intentional misrepresentation of your qualifications will be grounds for disqualification from this selection process and/or removal from the eligibility list.</p> <ul> <li>I have read and understand the above information and certify the information I have provided is true to the best of my knowledge. </li></ul> <p>Required Question</p> <p>Employer City of Benicia</p> <p>Address 250 East L</p> <p>Street</p> <p>Benicia, California, 94510</p> <p>Phone 707-746-4766</p> <p>Website http://www.ci.benicia.ca.us</p>