Laborer
Department of Aviation
What You'll Do:Department of Aviation positions perform minor maintenance and repairs on airport buildings, facilities, equipment and vehicles. Operate and maintain variety of vehicles and equipment such as trucks, forklifts, pumps and power and hand tools.
The work schedule for this position is flexible.
Where You'll Do It:ACV - California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport
3561 Boeing Avenue
McKinleyville, CA 95519
NOTE: The successful candidate for this position will be required to undergo Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background investigations.
DEFINITIONUnder direct supervision, performs light and heavy semi-skilled manual labor for a variety of County maintenance projects.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a semi-skilled class with incumbents performing a variety of duties involving manual labor on County maintenance projects. Positions are characterized by the presence of fairly clear guidelines from which to make decisions and the availability of supervision in non-routine circumstances.
Duties if assigned to Road Maintenance:- Assists County road crews to break and remove surfaces; digs, shovels, hauls, loads, and unloads soils, sands, asphalt mixes and other materials.
- Operates and maintains a variety of hand and power tools related to the work, including jackhammers, pavement breakers, and tampers.
- Operates a variety of small trucks and light construction equipment.
- Assists in repairing and maintaining culverts, ditches, and drainage structures; excavates and clears roads and ditches.
- Assists in traffic monitoring and control including the flagging of vehicles and the distribution of signs and safety cones.
- Performs brush clearance, tree removal and weed control work.
- Observes safe work methods and safety practices related to work and uses appropriate safety equipment.
- Maintains basic records of daily work performed.
- Performs related work as required.
Duties if assigned to Facilities Maintenance:- Moves and maintains office furniture and equipment.
- Sets up and removes furniture for meetings.
- Sets up and removes furniture and other miscellaneous items for clients as needed.
- Makes repairs on doors, windows, floors, lockers, gates, roofs, and ceilings.
- Oils and replaces chair casters; recovers desk tops; lubricates drawer slides.
- Constructs new walls, ceilings, and flooring.
- Installs new plugs on electrical appliances.
- Maintains facility grounds; performs mowing and basic grounds keeping, picks up trash.
- Unstops drains and toilets.
- Assists custodial staff in maintaining clean work and office areas.
- Prepares surfaces for painting, wallpapering, or staining.
- Applies paint to building interiors and exteriors, fixtures and equipment.
- Prepares and paints or stains cabinets, doors, woodwork and other surfaces.
- Orders parts and materials as directed.
- Maintains an inventory of necessary cleaning and maintenance supplies.
- Keeps accurate and timely records of building maintenance activities.
- Uses computerized/electronic equipment as required.
- Makes deliveries.
- Performs related work as required.
Knowledge of:- Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
- Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power tools.
Skill in:- Safely operating a pickup truck or assigned vehicle.
- Maintaining routine records of work activities.
- Understanding and following written and oral instructions.
- Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establishing, maintaining and fostering positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Performing heavy physical labor.
- Using and caring for tools, supplies, and materials required in the work.
- Using computerized/electronic equipment as required.
- Reading and understanding blueprints, construction drawings and schematics.
Other Requirements:- Must possess a valid California driver's license.
- Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, crawl, twist, climb, and lift heavy objects up to 100 lbs; exposure to noise, outdoors, confining work space, electrical hazards, mechanical hazards, heavy traffic in addition to other workplace hazards.
Desirable Education and Experience:A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills outlined above is: Sufficient formal and/or informal education to assure successful job performance and some full-time work experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY
A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for. Applicants must apply online through the County’s automated application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/humboldtcountyca.
Applications must be submitted no later than the final filing date and time listed on the job flyer.
It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. Human Resources staff does not consider or review resumes or attachments. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process.
Your performance in any employment examinations will be compared with the performance of others who take the tests. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
The County utilizes a set of rules to ensure that our hiring processes are fair and equitable. Applications will be screened and those considered qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to fill out the application?
- You should allow 30 – 45 minutes to fill out your application.
Can I change my application after submitting it?
- No. Once an application has been submitted, it is final. Applicants may submit a new application with updated information during the filing period if they wish. Only the most recent application submitted will be considered. All other applications will not be considered.
How long until I hear back from you and how can I check for updates on my application?
- You may receive communications regarding your application at different stages of the selection process. Important updates will be sent to the email address listed in your governmentjobs.com account at the time of notification. To ensure you don't miss any critical information, we recommend keeping your email address current and regularly checking both your inbox and junk mail folders throughout the process. You can also log into your governmentjobs.com account at any time to check your application status. If you have any questions about your application's progress, please contact the County of Humboldt Human Resources Personnel Division at 707-476-2349 or personnel@co.humboldt.ca.us.
Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview / Oral Exam?
- Yes, you will be informed via email if you are not selected for an interview / Oral Exam.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The County Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC, Disabled Persons, Veterans, LGBTQIA+ community members, etc.) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the position. In recognition of these structural and systemic factors, the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways – oftentimes, outside of formal institutions – and strives to take a holistic approach in assessing an applicant’s qualifications for a position.
If you’re excited about this role but your past work experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
The County of Humboldt is committed to providing equal access and opportunities in its programs, activities, and employment, and does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disabilities. The Human Resources Department is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse, which has an accessible entrance on 4th Street. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. If invited to an examination and you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources immediately at (707) 476-2349 so arrangements can be made.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The county is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION
A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.
OTHER EXAMINATIONS
Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.
LICENSES
Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver’s license.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD
Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six (6) months but could be up to one (1) year. All designated safety employees serve a one-year probationary period.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
It is the County’s intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment, you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS
All County of Humboldt 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.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.
