This recruitment is for level I only.
The salary rage for level I is $1282.40 -$1719.20 biweekly ($16.03 -$21.49 per hour).
Candidate assigned to work in County Public Safety/Law Enforcement areas may also be subject to additional background check requirements, including local, state, and national fingerprinting through agencies such as the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation. Pre-Employment Physicals are required.
Note: A training and experience evaluation may be utilized to determine an applicant’s ranking among qualified candidates. Based upon information provided in this application including responses to supplemental questions, an applicant’s education, training and experience (full-time equivalent) may be evaluated. Applicants should provide thoughtful and thorough responses to supplemental questions as they play an important role in this recruitment process. All qualifying work experience that is described or included in responses to supplemental questions MUST also be included and detailed in the “Work Experience” section of this application. “See Resume” is not an acceptable response for any supplemental question.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
DEFINITION
Under immediate (Grounds Maintenance Worker I) to general supervision (Grounds Maintenance Worker II), performs a variety of routine and skilled work in the care and maintenance of lawns and landscaped areas at County facilities; performs related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives immediate (Grounds Maintenance Worker I) to general (Grounds Maintenance Worker II) supervision, from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Grounds Maintenance Worker I: This is the entry-level classification in the Grounds Maintenance Worker series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine care and maintenance of plants, shrubs, lawns, and landscaped areas. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and complex; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Grounds Maintenance Worker II level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.
Grounds Maintenance Worker II: This is the journey-level classification in the Grounds Maintenance Worker series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Grounds Maintenance Worker I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
This class is distinguished from the Senior Grounds Maintenance Worker in that the latter performs the more complex work assigned to the series, such as providing technical and functional direction over lower-level staff.
Positions in the Grounds Maintenance Worker class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the II-level may be filled by advancement from the I-level; progression to the II-level is dependent on (i) management affirmation that the position is performing the full range of duties assigned to the classification; (ii) satisfactory work performance; (iii) the incumbent meeting the minimum qualifications for the classification including any licenses and certifications; and (iv) management approval for progression to the II-level.
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Typical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.
Some duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities may be performed in a learning capacity for entry-level (I Level) positions.
Knowledge of:
Ability To:
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade; and
Grounds Maintenance Worker I: One (1) year of grounds maintenance or gardening experience, including experience with commercial water systems.
Grounds Maintenance Worker II: Two (2) years of experience in landscape maintenance work at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Grounds Maintenance Worker I.
Certifications and Licenses:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
WORKING CONDITIONS
EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZED
Disaster Service Worker
All Butte County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Skilled Trades
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEES
Salary Step Increases:
The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% may be given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.
Uniform Allowance:
$14-$21/month-only for designated classifications and varies depending on classification.
Boot Allowance:
$200/year.
Holidays:
12 paid holidays per year.
Vacation:
0-4.99 years: 15 days/yr.; 5-9.99 years: 20 days/yr.; 10-19.99 years: 25 days/yr.; 20+ years: 27 days/yr. Note – accrued vacation leave may not be used until after six months of employment..
Sick Leave:
96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.
Bereavement Leave:
Maximum of 40 hours for each occurrence in the immediate family.
Health Plan including Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance:
Coverage under the Butte County Health Plan is for employees and their eligible dependents. Depending upon the plan selected by the employee, the County contributes a substantial amount of the total cost of the complete health package, which consists of medical, vision, and dental insurance. Currently, the amount the County contributes for family coverage is $1343.41/month. For those employees who have health coverage from other sources, and who elect to not participate in the Butte County Health Plan, the County offers a monthly taxable Cash-Back allowance. The current of the taxable Cash-Back allowance is $403.34 per month (prorated for less than fulltime employees). This benefit is $200 per month for Employees hired on or after January 1, 2014.
Life Insurance:
The County provides $25,000 in life insurance with additional coverage available at a minimal cost.
Retirement:
The County is in the Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) coordinated with Social Security.
“Classic Members”- 2% @ 55. Final compensation based on Single Highest Year. Employee responsible for full 7% employee share effective 1/1/2013.
“New Members” to PERS- 2% @ 62. Final compensation based on Highest Three Year Average. Employee responsible for one half (1/2) the normal cost of the CalPERS Pension. As of 10/1/13 this rate will be 11.0%
“New Member” is defined by law (PEPRA) as an “1) individual who has never been a member of any public retirement system prior to 1/1/2013 or 2) An individual who becomes a member of a public retirement system for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was previously a member of a public retirement system, but who was not subject to reciprocity. or 3) An individual who was an active member in a public retirement system and who, after a break in service of more than six months, returned to active membership in that system with a new employer
Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program. Deposits into this plan are strictly voluntary and are made through a payroll deduction on a tax-deferred basis. The County does not make contributions to the employees’ Deferred Compensation accounts.
Disability Insurance:
For short-term disability, the County participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund. County employees are also covered by an employee-paid long-term disability program. The long-term disability insurance benefit is 60% of the disabled employee’s biweekly wage.
Flexible Spending Program:
County employees can elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Program. This program allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for certain health care and/or dependent care expenses. In addition, employees can choose to have their portion of the monthly Health Plan premium withheld from their checks on a pre-tax basis as well. Generally, employees who participate in the Flexible Spending Program have less taxes withheld for their payroll checks than if they had elected not to do so.
Tuition Reimbursement:
$500/year.Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
The County of Butte provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services.
Refer to specific labor agreements (BCEA-General) for additional benefit information.
BUTTE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or links is subject to change without notice.
Butte County Human Resources Department
3 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965
(530) 552.3552
Comments, please email: [email protected]
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Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade; and
Grounds Maintenance Worker I: One (1) year of grounds maintenance or gardening experience, including experience with commercial water systems.
*Please explain how you meet the minimum qualifications listed. In your explanation, please include reference to work experience detailed in this application.
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