Helper

CAREER DESCRIPTION

TRADES HELPER

SALARY INFORMATION

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates :

Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% increase

Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00% increase

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

This recruitment is open to the public and is being held to establish an eligible list to fill current and future Trades Helper vacancies within OC Public Works and / or other County of Orange agencies.

This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and / or lower classifications.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as this recruitment will close on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at 11 : 59 p.m. (PST)

OC PUBLIC WORKS

OC Public Works (OCPW) provides services on a regional basis to unincorporated areas, cities, and other County agencies and departments.

The primary mission of the department is to protect and enrich the community through the sustainable delivery of projects and services.

OC Public Works' guiding principles are safety, integrity, quality, teamwork, and adaptability.

• OCPW is a unique County department comprised of ten service areas : OC Development Services; OC Fleet Services; Administrative Services;
• OC Facilities Design & Construction; OC Facilities Maintenance & Central Utilities; OC Environmental Resources; OC Operations & Maintenance;

OC Construction; OC Infrastructure Programs; and OC Survey.

JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT

John Wayne Airport (JWA), owned and operated by the County of Orange, California, is a medium-hub, commercial service airport.

JWA is one of the top 50 busiest airports in the country in terms of both passenger enplanements and total operations.

For more information on OC Public Works, click here.

For more information on John Wayne Airport, click here.

For more information on the County of Orange, click here.

AIRPORT MAINTENANCE DIVISION

The Maintenance Division's mission is to ensure safe, clean, and dependable facilities at JWA. The Division manages projects, contracts, maintenance, and general services focused on ensuring a superior guest experience, a safe and secure airport, and optimizing the useful life and reliability of JWA systems, equipment, and facilities in a proactive, cost-effective manner.

JWA Maintenance Division is a unit within the OCPW Department. The Division manages the Maintenance and Repair (M&R) of most of the County-owned and operated facilities, systems, and assets at the JWA, including approximately 3.

4 million square feet of building space spread over seventeen (17) Facilities on over 500 acres.

In addition to M&R, both through contracted and in-house resources, the Division provides Project Coordination for Public Works Projects at the Airport.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Trades Helpers are responsible for performing a variety of semiskilled tasks in repairing, maintaining, constructing, and remodeling County buildings, or to assist skilled crafts workers in remodeling buildings and repairing electrical, or HVAC equipment.

• Perform semiskilled work and assist journey-level craft workers in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, painting, and other trades
• Assist with maintenance, repair, and remodeling of both public and non-public areas
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC and other equipment
• Cut, thread, install pipe, and repair valves
• Use electrician hand tools to troubleshoot, replace, or repair lighting fixtures, small transformers, ballasts, relays, switches, minor wiring, and similar electrical components
• Incumbents may be given specific work assignments and be expected to complete a specific phase of a small remodeling or repair job with only a final check from the crafts worker or supervisor on the quality of work
• May operate light- to medium-sized equipment
• Complete other duties as assigned

WORK HOURS

This position requires a (4 / 10) Schedule; one weekend day per week. (Please note : days are subject to change). OCPW anticipates the schedule or shifts for positions filled with this recruitment will be similar to one of the following :

Day Shift : 5 : 00 A.M. - 3 : 30 P.M. (4-10's including one weekend day)

Swing Shift : 12 : 30 P.M. - 11 : 00 P.M. (4-10's including one weekend day)

Night Shift : 8 : 00 P.M. - 6 : 30 A.M. (4-10's including one weekend day)

LICENSE REQUIRED

The position requires a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate will possess one (1) or more years of commercial and / or industrial facilities experience performing work at the semi-skilled level in combination with any of the following trades : electrical, plumbing, painting, equipment operation, and HVAC.

In addition to performing a variety of semiskilled tasks for Trades Helper, the successful candidate must possess the following core competencies.

Technical Knowledge & Experience

• Perform appropriate preventative maintenance on air conditioning, heating, electrical, and plumbing equipment
• Efficiently change / clean air filters, adjust drive belts, and lubricate bearings
• Operate hand & power tools and other light-to-medium-sized equipment utilized in the building trades in a safe manner
• Effectively maintain lighting fixtures, small transformers, and similar types of electrical components
• Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to receive work orders, and track and document the completion of work
• Demonstrate integrity, expertise, and humility, with a desire for continuous improvement both individually and for the team

Industry / Safety Knowledge

• Perform safe work practices while operating tools & equipment
• Knowledge of properly securing equipment for transportation
• Extensive understanding of safety regulations & job site hazard identification
• Identify, report, and correct equipment problems in an efficient and timely manner

Communication Skills

• Understand and follow written and oral instructions, including work orders
• Actively listen to others for a full understanding of what is being communicated
• Accurately and concisely communicate with others
• Communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner
• Effectively communicate and convey ideas to others both orally and in writing
• Request clarification and additional information as needed to perform quality work
• Provide a high level of service and reliability for Airport guests & partners
• Maintain cooperative relationships with coworkers, and collaborate effectively across organizational lines, trades, and with internal and external customers

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Click here to view the complete classification description for Trades Helper.

AIRPORT ACCESS REQUIREMENTS

Employees must clear a background check, which includes a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) check, and Security Threat Assessment (STA) check.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Airport Access Badge with an Airport Driving Endorsement within ten (10) days of employment.

Airport Access Badge must be maintained and renewed every two (2) years.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents may be required to utilize a face respirator for certain aspects of their job duties to protect against fumes, harmful respiratory contaminants, or particles.

Incumbents will need to be able to work in a moderate to heavy physical capacity while wearing the respirator. Incumbents will need to pass a respiratory equipment fit test with Orange County Employee Health to ensure proper sizing and protection.

Retesting may be required at regular intervals.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical and Mental Requirements

Manual dexterity to utilize a keyboard, operate hand tools, or other potentially hazardous equipment utilized in the building trades;

lift objects and various equipment up to 50 pounds. Eye-hand coordination. Vision to distinguish and identify colors and read standard text.

Independent body mobility to stand for long periods of time, climb ladders or scaffolding, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, pull, or push.

Speak and hear well enough to communicate in person and over the radio or telephone. Sufficient cognitive ability to problem solve and perform job duties in a safe manner.

Environmental and Working Conditions

The position requires the incumbent to work inside and outside in a loud environment and drive in severe weather conditions.

Incumbents may be required to work inside a jail facility; the Coroner's facility; work in close proximity to inmates or psychiatric patients, work outside or drive in inclement weather conditions;

and may have exposure to steam, chemicals, and occasionally work in room temperatures of 90-100 degrees.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process.

All candidates will be notified via email of their status in the process.

Application Screening (Refer / Non-Refer) : Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job.

Only those candidates meeting the qualifications listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Online Assessment (Weighted 100%) : Candidates whose applications reflect the most job-related experience education and / or training will be invited to take an online assessment.

Only the most competitive candidates will be referred to the next step.

Eligible List Score Groups : Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Veterans Employment Preference

The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings.

Please click here to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING COVID-19 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

Effective April 3, 2023, it is strongly recommended that County employees working in health care settings and correctional facilities follow vaccination and booster guidelines provided by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Please click here to see the latest guidance for more details.

EMAIL NOTIFICATION

Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE : User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site.

Please check your email folders, including spam / junk folders, and / or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.

com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

Questions? For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Rose Nguyen at 714-667-9699 or by email at Rose.Nguyen@ocpw.ocgov.com.

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,

encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Last updated : 2024-06-03