What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wharf Construction Worker position at City of Santa Cruz, CA?
Salary
$5,034.00 - $7,082.00 Monthly
Location
City of Santa Cruz, CA
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
24-070
Department
Parks & Recreation
Opening Date
02/22/2024
Closing Date
3/14/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
The Position
Enjoy the epic coastline view and the marine wildlife every day working on and maintaining the historic Santa Cruz Wharf that extends a half mile into the beautiful Monterey Bay.
The current vacancy is for Wharf Construction Worker in the Parks and Recreation Department. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other Wharf Construction Worker vacancies during the life of the list. The eligibility list established from this recruitment is valid for up to one year from the date established unless the list is extended or abolished by the Human Resources Director.
Under supervision, the Wharf Construction Worker performs a wide variety of skilled and highly skilled construction and maintenance work on the Municipal Wharf and perform related work as required.
To read more about the Santa Cruz Wharf, go to https://www.cityofsantacruz.com/government/city-departments/parks-recreation/facilities/santa-cruz-wharf/about
Recruitment #24-070
Selection Timeline: (The following process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Human Resources Director.)
- On Thursday, 03/14/24 recruitment will close. All application materials must be received by the Human Resources Department by 5:00 pm; postmarks are not accepted. To apply, submit:
- Application - online application only. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of filling out the application form completely. Click the Apply button to begin the online application process.
- Response to supplemental questions - will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Any work experience described here must also be included in your employment history on the main application.
- Week of 03/18 and 03/25/24: Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates will be notified of their status in the recruitment once all applications have been reviewed.
- Week of 04/08 and/or 04/15/24: Interviews will be tentatively scheduled for top candidates.
Typical Duties
(May include, but are not limited to those duties listed below.)
- Act as a crew member on major wharf construction projects such as the removing and replacing of pilings, joisting and decking, concrete and asphalt paving, setting up of special wharf scaffolding, and staging for performing related construction and maintenance operations.
- Operate a pile driver to lift, set and drive pilings.
- Operate boats and other water craft including barges to transport materials and in certain emergency situations as required.
- Perform electrical work to install and repair wharf street lights, navigation lights, fire alarms, electrical services to wharf buildings.
- Perform plumbing work to repair and maintain water, fire and sewer services to wharf facilities, inspect mains for leaks and repair where feasible, repair and maintain the underdeck fire suppression system and other plumbing fixtures.
- Perform other maintenance carpentry such as the repair of doors, locks, windows and ceilings on wharf structures.
- Perform street repair and patching relative to construction activities including operation of concrete saws and pneumatic hammers.
- Perform finish concrete work.
- Operate arc and acetylene welding equipment in cutting and joining operations and in fabricating and repairing tools and accessories as necessary to the completion of various projects.
- Operate various pieces of equipment such as truck and trailer combinations, forklift, cranes and various sized trucks.
- Perform scuba diving for underwater wharf construction and maintenance work and in certain emergency operations as required.
- Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, working overhead, walking, balancing, twisting and standing in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires hand dexterity, acute vision, and the repetitive use of both hands and feet when operating assigned equipment and vehicles. The ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs is required. The incumbent in this position works outdoors in all weather conditions, with constant noise, on slippery uneven surfaces, and only occasionally works indoors. The incumbent may be required to perform underwater construction work while wearing a wetsuit and utilizing scuba gear. Additionally, the incumbent may be exposed to dust, fumes, grease, and wood treatment chemicals including coppergreen, creosote, and lap cement. May be exposed to biohazards and/or hazardous chemicals. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to climb ladders or scaffolding, work below ground/deck level or in confined spaces, and around machinery and moving vehicles. The incumbent will be required to operate truck, tractor, motor vehicle, forklift, motor boats and barges, and land based or water borne heavy equipment. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
Minimum Qualifications
The minimum qualifications for Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following:
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent; and
- Four (4) years journey level experience in construction building trades such as electrical, plumbing and concrete finish work, with significant experience in carpentry and/or metal fabrication/welding.
Knowledge:
- Building construction, electrical and mechanical trades, and related tools and equipment.
- Ocean environment and conditions
- Knowledge of boats and boat protocols
Skillls:
- Operating boats in open ocean
Abilities:
- Follow written and verbal instructions.
- Operate a variety of heavy construction equipment and water craft.
- Act in a courteous and effective manner when dealing with the general public.
- Attitude conducive to working as a team member on a work crew.
- Willingness to perform work both above and below an open ocean wharf facility.
- Willingness to work in and under water.
- Physical stamina to perform heavy labor work and scuba diving as required.
Licenses and Certificates
- Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver's license.
- Some positions require possession by the end of 12 months and continued maintenance of a valid California Class A driver's license and a safe driving record..
- Required to obtain National Association of Underwater Instructors (N.A.U.I.) or equivalent certification as a scuba diver within the first six months of employment as a condition of successful completion of the probationary period.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Possession of National Association of Underwater Instructors (N.A.U.I.) or equivalent certification as a scuba diver.
- Possession of a valid California Class A driver’s license.
Career Ladder
- Wharf Supervisor
- Wharf Construction Crew Leader
- Wharf Construction Worker
Agency
City of Santa Cruz
Address
809 Center St.
Room 6
Santa Cruz, California, 95060
Phone
831-420-5040
Website
http://www.cityofsantacruz.com