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Job Description
Description
THE AGENCY
The General Services Agency (GSA) is made up of Fleet Services, Facilities, Procurement, Special Services, Security and Business Support, and the Parks Department and is responsible for a broad spectrum of services to all the County departments and agencies. It requires a very diverse workforce to accomplish the GSA mission of contributing to the quality of life in Ventura County by partnering with their customers to provide expertise and cost-effective service delivery, and foster the preservation of natural resources.
THE POSITION
Under general supervision, performs minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment in the General Services Agency Heavy Equipment Division and performs other related work as required.
The ideal candidate will have some knowledge of heavy equipment and vehicles, the ability to perform minor vehicle maintenance. working knowledge of shop clean up procedures and HazMat storage and labeling, as well as some experience operating a forklift..
AGENCY/DEPARTMENT
General Services Agency, Fleet Services
WHAT WE OFFER
- Educational Incentive - An educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate's degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor's degree, or 5% for completion of a graduate's degree.
- Merit Increases - New employees are eligible for an initial 5% merit increase within the pay range upon completion of at least 1,040 hours (approximately 6 months) assuming work meets satisfactory standards. Subsequent merit increases within the pay range will be upon completion of each additional 2,080 hours (approximately one year) from the initial merit increase.
- Deferred Compensation - Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. If you participate in the County sponsored 401(k) plan, the County will match a part of your contribution up to 3% of your salary, on a per pay period basis. Following five (5) years of continuous County service, an additional 2% non-elective contribution will be made to the 401(k) plan.
- Health Plans - You are afforded a flexible credit allowance for purchasing medical, dental, and/or vision insurance from a group of authorized plans.
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax benefit towards eligible medical, dental and vision care and/or dependent care expenses.
- Pension Plan - Participation in the County's defined benefit pension plan that provides lifetime payments to retirees. Members are "vested" after attaining five years of retirement service credit. If eligible, you may establish reciprocity with other public retirement systems such as CalPERS.
- Holidays - 12 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
- Additional Benefits - Tuition Reimbursement, Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Wellness Program.
To learn more about the benefits, please follow the link below:
https://vcportal.ventura.org/CEO/HR/MOA/docs/SEIU_MOA_2022-2025.pdf (Download PDF reader)
Garage Attendant is represented by the Service Employees International Union, Local 721, and is eligible for overtime compensation.
Examples Of Duties
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:- Keeps work areas clean.
- Assists Heavy Equipment Service Worker in performing other equipment service functions
- Performs minor mechanical tasks such as replacing radiator hoses and fanbelts.
- Refuels heavy equipment vehicles and cleans vehicles as required.
- Mounts, repairs and balances tires and tubes.
Typical Qualifications
These are the entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on the eligible list.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
Some experience in automotive services which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. The required knowledge, skills and abilities also can be obtained by demonstrated ability to read, write, communicate effectively and work with simple arithmetic calculations, and a work history which has included some minor vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance, refueling and related work.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Working knowledge of:- the safe operation of vehicles and equipment
- procedures to maintain simple records
- perform minor maintenance on heavy vehicles and equipment
- establish and maintain effective working relationships
- make entries into a fleet management software program
- operate a forklift
- appropriately label and store Hazmat.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS- Must have some knowledge of Heavy Equipment
- Must possess a California driver license at time of hire.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, twist, and lift heavy
objects. - Must be able to maintain simple records related to work tasks.
Possession of a California Class A Driver License.
Experience operating a forklift.
Experience labeling and storing Hazmat materials.
Recruitment Process
FINAL FILING DATE
This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time, therefore if you are interested, apply as soon as possible. Applications must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
To apply online, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/jobs . A paper application can be obtained by calling (805) 654-5129. Our address is: County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.
Applicants must provide sufficient information under the Education/Work experience portion of the application and supplemental questionnaire in order to determine eligibility. A resume may be attached to supplement your responses in the above-referenced sections; however, it may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
NOTE: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here (Download PDF reader) (download adobe reader) for additional information.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying
All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration.
APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying
All applications will be reviewed to determine whether the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the screening and selection process.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 100%
An un-proctored, internet-based job-related written examination will be conducted to evaluate participating candidates’ knowledge of motor vehicle operations and safety, following written instructions and general mathematics.
Candidates must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.
VALIDATING PROCTORED WRITTEN EXAM
Offers of employment may be conditional to the candidate until taking and passing an on- site, proctored exam similar to the un-proctored, internet-based exam. Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra Help vacancies. There is currently one (1) vacant Regular position.
VETERAN’S POINTS
Garage Attendant is an entry level classification and Veteran’s Points may apply to eligible candidates. Veteran's points are added to the examination score when the Veteran attains a passing score. Discharge papers must be presented to receive Veteran's points..
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information and driving record is required for this position.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Chinna Nahabedian by e-mail at chinna.nahabedian@ventura.org or phone (805) 654-2458.
YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE
Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)
(SEIU)
To learn more about Benefits, Retirement, and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), see links below.- Benefits website or you may call (805) 654-2570.
- Retirement FAQ's
- Memorandum of Agreement
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Ventura
Show moreBeautiful Ventura County is one of 58 counties in the State of California. Geographically, the county offers a stunning 42 miles of coastline and the Los Padres National Forest, which accounts for 46% of the county’s land mass in the northern portion of the county. Fertile valleys in the southern half of the county make Ventura County a leading agricultural producer. Together, farming and the Los Padres National Forest occupy half of the county’s 1.2 million acres.
A mild year-round climate, along with scenic geography makes the area attractive to the 850,000 culturally and ethnically diverse people who call Ventura County home. The unincorporated areas, along with the ten incorporated cities of Camarillo, Fillmore, Moorpark, Ojai, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Santa Paula, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, and San Buenaventura (Ventura) ranks Ventura as the 11th most populous county in the State.
Ventura County has a strong economic base that includes major industries such as biotechnology, agriculture, advanced technologies, oil production, military testing and development, and tourism.
The United States military, which includes two naval bases and the Air National Guard base, is the largest employer in the county with more than 16,000 employees. The County of Ventura (government) is the next largest employer with nearly 8,000 employees located throughout the county. Port Hueneme is California’s smallest but only deep water port between Los Angeles and San Francisco and plays a major role in the local economy.
Home to two universities (California State University Channel Islands and California Lutheran University), and three Community Colleges (Oxnard, Ventura, and Moorpark), multiple university extensions, institutes, and adult schools, the county enjoys a strong structure for workforce development.
The County of Ventura was formed January 1, 1873, when it separated from Santa Barbara County. It is a general law county, governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors, elected at-large for a staggered four year term in their respective districts, and the chairmanship rotates annually. The Board of Supervisors is responsible for providing policy direction, approving the County budget, and representing the County in a number of areas including special districts. The Board actions can apply countywide or only in unincorporated areas.
Other County elected officials include the Auditor-Controller, Assessor, Clerk/Recorder, District Attorney, Treasurer-Tax Collector, and Sheriff. The County Executive Officer advises, assists, and acts as an agent for the Board of Supervisors in all matters under the Board’s jurisdiction.
Under the guidance of the Board of Supervisors, the approved County annual budget of $1.8 billion serves to assist vulnerable adults and children, enforce the law, ensure justice, protect public health, and improve our quality of life. In alignment with key focus areas established in the County Strategic Plan, services are provided to residents by nearly 8,000 dedicated public servants working in 23 different agencies, departments and special districts.
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