Maintenance Worker II/I (Utility Maintenance)

Job Description:

Maintenance Worker II/I (Utility Maintenance)

Description

Definition

The City of Milpitas is recruiting for Maintenance Workers to join our Utilities Maintenance team. These positions perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of public facilities in the area of utilities.

The ideal candidate is a dependable and skilled professional with demonstrated experience in the construction and maintenance of public facilities. They possess a solid understanding of utility infrastructure and are capable of operating a variety of maintenance equipment including skip loaders, vacuum/jetting trucks, and backhoes. Experience performing field work such as i nstalling, maintaining and repairing of municipal water and sewer systems, repairing water and sewer line breaks, installing meters and hydrants, operating water valves, and performing water main flushing and disinfection is highly preferred.

The ideal candidate takes initiative, works well independently or as part of a crew, and is committed to maintaining public health and safety through high-quality service delivery and strict adherence to safety protocols.

The current and future vacancies may be filled at either the Maintenance Worker I or Maintenance Worker II level, dependent on departmental need and applicant experience. Incumbents in the Maintenance Worker I classification work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, including the operation of applicable pieces of equipment and machinery. Incumbents in the Maintenance Worker II classification is the full journey level class of the series. Positions at this level are fully trained on the operation and maintenance of all commonly used equipment and machinery, and are thoroughly familiar with the operating procedures and policies of assigned area of responsibility.

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Maintenance Worker I ($35.36 - $42.98 hourly)
Maintenance Worker II ($38.89 - $47.27 hourly)

In addition to the benefits as outlined in the Benefits tab of this job announcement, the selected candidate will be scheduled to work 4, 10-hour days per week, which can allow for a generous work/life balance.

Interested individuals are encouraged to apply early. The first review period of applications is scheduled for 09/10/2025.

This posting is written notice of a permanent, vacant position. Internal applications will be reviewed on 09/10/2025, which is 10 working days after the recruitment is posted. If a minimum of three (3) qualified, internal applications are received, those candidates will be considered in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Milpitas Employees Association. External applicants will not be considered until after the internal applicant review process has concluded.

Examples of Duties

The current vacancies are in the Utilities Maintenance sections. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance duties.
• Operate construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks, tractors, sweepers, lift trucks, and skip loaders for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving the maintenance of either facilities, streets, utilities, parks and/or street landscape.
• Serve on standby duty for after hours and weekends, if assigned, after probationary period. (Per MOU must be a Maintenance Worker Il to receive standby assignment.)
• Perform emergency maintenance work as required.

When assigned to Utilities:

• Repair minor water and sewer line breaks.
• Dig ditches to lay and/or expose water and sewer lines; cut and replace damaged pipe.
• Perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Clean and remove blockages from sewer and storm drain lines.
• Operate, exercise, repair, or replace water valves.
• Install, repair, or replace fire hydrants, water meters, backflow devices, water main and service lines.
• Flush water distribution system.
• Collect water samples for analytical purposes.
• Respond to water quality complaints.
• Maintain records of system performance, maintenance, and repairs.
• Respond to after hour calls.
• Disinfect water mains and service lines.
• Ensure that safety measures and practices are utilized at all times.
• Install meter boxes.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Maintenance Worker I

Knowledge of :

• Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment.
• Safe work practices.

Ability to :

• Perform skilled and semi-skilled tasks in a variety of construction and maintenance activities.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Establish effective work relationships with City staff and the general public.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education :

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience :

• None required.
  
  

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate, valid California Driver's License, Class B with a Tanker endorsement within 11 months of appointment.
  
• When assigned to the Utilities: The City requires employees assigned to the Public Works Utilities section to possess State of California Water Distribution Operator Certificate, appropriate to the requirements the state imposes on the City of Milpitas. Assigned Utilities employees must achieve certification within 24 months of hire, promotion, or lateral transfer.
  

Maintenance Worker II - In addition to the qualifications for Maintenance Worker I :
Knowledge of :

• City policies and procedures in assigned area of public facility maintenance.
• The operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the construction and maintenance of public facilities in the areas of streets, utilities, parks, street trees and/or landscape maintenance.
• Procedures and techniques relative to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Purposes and uses of a variety of vehicles, equipment, power tools, and hand tools, including motorized, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment.
• Properties of backfill materials, construction materials, concrete, asphalt, hot patch, cold patch, oils, paints, and a variety of other materials used in maintenance work.
• Application of pesticides and herbicides.

Ability to :

• Provide training and guidance to less experienced personnel.
• Perform skilled maintenance, construction, and repair work in assigned area of responsibility.
• Operate a variety of vehicles and equipment in a knowledgeable, safe, and effective manner.
• Use and operate required hand tools, mechanical equipment, and power tools in a knowledgeable, safe, and efficient manner.
• Work safely and adhere to principles of safety when working near traffic or in other environments.
• Establish effective work relationships with City staff and the general public.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Experience :

• One year of responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of public facilities including the areas of streets, utilities, parks and/or street landscape maintenance, comparable to that of a Maintenance Worker I in the City of Milpitas.

Special Requirements: Maintenance Worker I/II
Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment.

• Physical exam and drug and alcohol screening
• Visual Requirements: Discern colors
• Auditory Requirements: 100-decibel hearing

Work is mainly performed outdoors; ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, squat, crawl, bend, and stoop at any given time; ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds of weight throughout the day and occasionally up to 90 pounds; exposure to outdoor elements in all weather conditions throughout the year; exposure to confined spaces, hazardous waste, sewage, chemicals, herbicides, and pesticides; ability to walk on uneven surfaces; ability to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Milpitas.

Supplemental Information

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Maintenance Worker I :

• Receives immediate supervision from the Maintenance Worker Ill.
• May receive technical supervision from positions assigned to the Maintenance Worker Il class.

• Exercises no supervision.

Maintenance Worker II :

• Receives general supervision from Maintenance Worker Ill.
• May exercise technical supervision over less experienced maintenance staff.

SELECTION PROCESS :
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

Please note : The examination process (including dates) may be changed as deemed necessary by the Human Resources Department. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job description does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Milpitas will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources Department.

The City of Milpitas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

RETIREMENT
Membership in CalPERS (2% at 60 or 2% at 62 with three year average salary). City of Milpitas employees do not participate in Social Security, but do contribute to Medicare.Additionally, members pay $2.40/per hour to the LIUNA pension fund.

MEDICAL INSURANCE
Choice of CalPERS Medical Plans. City pays coverage up to the Kaiser rate (currently $2,228.36/mo. for family). Employees who waive health coverage are eligible to receive $125 per month in lieu of medical plan coverage with proof of other coverage.

RETIREE MEDICAL
Employees are eligible upon CalPERS retirement from the City to receive up to 100% retiree medical coverage (currently based on the Kaiser health rate), based on years of service.

DENTAL & VISION
City provides full family coverage for Delta Dental and MES Vision at no cost to the employee.

LIFE INSURANCE
City provides $50,000 term policy. Supplemental employee-paid life insurance is available up to $500,000, based on carrier acceptance.

DISABILITY INSURANCE
City provides a Short-Term Disability plan similar to State Disability Insurance (SDI) coverage. Employees do not participate in SDI. Long-Term Disability coverage of 60% of base salary up to $1,500 per month is available after a 60-day waiting period. Additional buy-up options for LTD are available up to $6,000 per month.

VACATION
Hourly employees earn 11-31 days of vacation per year based on years of service.

HOLIDAYS
Employees receive 12 paid holidays and one (1) floating holiday per year.

SICK LEAVE
Employees earn 12 days annually.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Employees are eligible to receive up to $1,400 per fiscal year in tuition reimbursement.

FITNESS PROGRAM
Employeesare offered free access to City-sponsored sports and fitness programs.

The City also offers a flexible spending benefits plan, employee assistance program, and other voluntary insurance. Contact Human Resources (HR) at 408-586-3090 or https://www.milpitas.gov/245/Benefits for more information on employee benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 9/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

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