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Berkeley, California is a small city with a big reputation. At just ten square miles of land and seven square miles of water, Berkeley is famous around the globe as a center for academic achievement, scientific exploration, free speech, and the arts, and home to over 50 parks, a top-ranked university, and the largest public marina in the San Francisco Bay.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Positions in this class perform a full range of duties such as plumbing, carpentry, remodeling painting and a variety of other craft or building trades working in the installation, maintenance and repair of City buidlings, parks and marina facilities and related structures and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications Equivalent to graduation from high school and four (4) years experience in commercial building maintenance work which includes substantial carpentry and plumbing duties; or completion of a state approved construction or building trade apprenticeship program. Possesion of HVAC or Playground Safety Inspector certificate is highly desirable.

Other Requirements Possession of a valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Must possess sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing up to 80 pounds. Must be willing to work evening and weekend shifts. Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Must be willing to work with exposure to unpleasant and potentially hazardous substances.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Knowledge of: Principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in rough and finish carpentry, cabinetry, and wood finishing; principles and techniques of water and wastewater supply, drainage, steam and condensate plumbing, using galvanized, copper, black iron and PVC pipe, including boiler and HVAC maintenance; methods and materials used in concrete work, surface patching, and brick and masonry repair; techniques and safety precautions in acetylene and arc welding and in sweating copper pipe; surface preparation and application of paints appropriate to different internal and external surfaces; operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment common to the fields of plumbing, carpentry, and related building trades; and safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.

Skill in: In carpentry, plumbing, painting and related techniques; operating and maintaining specialized tools used in carpentry, plumbing, and related building trades; operating and maintaining acetylene and arc welding and brazing equipment; measuring and calculating angles, lengths, and volumes; designing, laying out and preparing sketches for carpentry and related construction jobs; understanding and following oral and written instructions; estimating necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments; exercising independent judgment and initiative without close supervision; preparing basic records and reports; reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, drawings and blueprints; shop mathematics; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work; and operating a desktop computer.

EXAM PROCESS

Applications must be received in our office no later than the closing date (5 P.M.). Postmarks, faxes, and incomplete applications will not be accepted. All applications will be reviewed and those meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to a multiple-choice written test. Individuals who pass the test will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver’s license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content. Components may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment component or combination of components as needs dictate. All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency / disaster.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City will undergo an employment background check that may include, but is not limited to: confirmation of employment history, educational credentials and degrees, certificates, registrations, and licenses including driver's license; credit check; criminal history check; and Live Scan fingerprinting.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER The City of Berkeley is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All employment actions shall be administered regardless of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, veterans’ status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All City employees are required to provide services as Disaster Service Workers in the event of an emergency/disaster.

ELIGIBILITY

Employees must have a regular work schedule of at least 20 hours per week to be eligible for benefits. Less than full-time employees receive pro-rated benefits.

RETIREMENT

CalPERS

City employees are included in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Retirement formula is either 2% at age 62, or 2.7% at age 55 depending on the individual's eligibility. Employees are vested in CalPERS after 5 years of full-time service. A new employee's contribution to CalPERS will range from 8%-15.25% depending on membership in CalPERS or a reciprocal retirement plan.

SRIP

The City contributes 6.7% of the employee's salary (up to a maximum annual salary of $32,400) into a 401(a) Supplemental Retirement Income Plan account (SRIP).The City is not a member of Social Security, therefore only the Medicare portion is deducted from employees' salaries.

Deferred Compensation Three voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are offered. Employees may contribute up to $19,000 per year on a pre-tax basis.

MEDICAL PLANS

The City offers a choice of a Kaiser HMO Plan or Sutter Health Plus Plan. The City contributes up to the full family premium for the Kaiser HMO Plan. Employees pay additional premium costs if they choose the Sutter Health Plus Plan. Employees who have medical coverage under another plan may choose to waive City-provided medical coverage and receive a monthly stipend.

DENTAL PLAN

The City provides group dental benefits through Delta Dental Plan of California. The City contributes up to the family coverage for the plan, which covers 90% of the dental charges up to $2,000 annually per person. Orthodontic benefits are offered at a $2,000 lifetime maximum per person. Employees who have dental coverage under another plan may choose to waive City-provided dental coverage and receive a monthly stipend.

LIFE INSURANCE

The City provides employees with a $25,000 Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy. Employees have the option to purchase additional term life insurance up to a maximum of $300,000.

SICK LEAVE

Twelve days of paid sick leave earned annually.

VACATION

Vacation is accrued at the following annual rate: Two weeks per year for the first three years; Three weeks in years 4 – 11; Four weeks in years 12 – 17; Five weeks in years 18 – 24; Six weeks in 25 years and after. Some public health, mental health and library classifications may have accelerated vacation accruals – please check with the Human Resources Department for additional information.

HOLIDAYS

Thirteen regular holidays and three floating holidays annually.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY

The City provides long-term disability insurance that provides partial income replacement in the event of disability. Benefit is paid at 60% of salary.

RETIREE MEDICAL COVERAGE

The City pays a portion of the medical premiums of the retiree and eligible spouse or domestic partner based upon years of service. Requires at least 8 years of CalPERS service with the City and is at least age 55.

YMCA MEMBERSHIP

The City subsidizes the services for most employees by paying for 75% of the membership fee. Employees who choose to join, pay for the remainder of the fee. The Berkeley Downtown YMCA is across the street from the Civic Center Building.

TRANSIT SUBSIDY

The City provides annual free Eco-pass for AC Transit, and an IRC 132(f) plan for transit vouchers where employees may set aside pre-tax income to pay for public transportation expenses. City contributes $20 per month to the plan for employees using public transportation.

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01

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of experience do you have in commercial building maintenance work?

• 0-1
• 1-2
• 2-3
• 3-4
• 4+

03

Do you have plumbing experience?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered "yes" to question #3, please describe the type of work and the employer(s) name, dates of employment and hours per week that you worked.

05

Do you have carpentry experience?

• Yes
• No

06

If you answered "yes" to question #5, please describe the type of work and the employer(s) name, dates of employment and hours per week that you worked.

07

Do you have HVAC/boiler maintenance experience?

• Yes
• No

08

If you answered "yes" to question #7, please describe the type of work and the employer(s) name, dates of employment and hours per week that you worked.

• Required Question