EXAMINATION SCHEDULE:
Written exam: will be conducted on April 29, 2022.
Examinations:
Written Exam (Weighted 100%) May include knowledge of the practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in the carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical trades; plumbing and electrical equipment in buildings; the behavior of persons under restraint, and other relevant subjects.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
This position works within the Kern County Probation Department. for more information about the department, please view their website here.
Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards
High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent and two years of experience in one or more of the building trades.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
SHIFT: 5% additional pay for evening shift work; 7½% additional pay for night shift work.
Applicants must be willing to work any shift of a 24-hour period and any 5 of 7 days.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. A felony conviction will be disqualifying; convictions or misdemeanors and/or traffic offenses will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Appointees will be fingerprinted and will be required to pass a background investigation.
Full Job Description: Juvenile Corrections Maintenance Worker
About Kern County
Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.
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High Performance Culture
Kern County is actively engaged in creating a culture that promotes excellence, innovation and continuous improvement. LaunchKern is Kern County’s continuous improvement initiative based on the principles of Lean Six Sigma. LaunchKern empowers our valued employees to change the way government works by improving their work environment, saving taxpayer dollars and enhancing services to residents.
Growth Mindset
We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.
Additional Information
Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.
A background check may be conducted for this classification.
Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.
This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made at the Kern County Probation Department. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.
For more information regarding Kern County’s recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.
Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Kern County Employee Benefits*As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:Health Insurance: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Retirement Program: Kern County Employees’ Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.Deferred Compensation: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.Social Security Administration:Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows: The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee’s payroll warrants The County matches the employee’s 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for MedicareEmployee Assistance Program: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!Voluntary Benefits: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account. Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)
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