Crafts Worker III

This examination is being given to fill one part-time vacancy in the Behavioral Health Services department and to establish an eligible pool to fill future vacancies. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.

• Performs skilled painting, glazing, carpentry, plastering, locksmithing, masonry, plumbing, metal work, welding, electrical, mechanical, heating and ventilating, and related maintenance trades work.
• Pours concrete, hangs doors, lays flooring, installs partitions and drop ceilings; repairs door closures, furniture and roofing; performs general carpentry work.
• Performs general plumbing repair; installs water and gas lines, lavatories and faucets; unplugs sewers and drains.
• Installs and replaces light fixtures, bulbs, ballasts and fuses; installs conduit, electrical wiring, switches and outlets.
• Maintains and performs minor repairs on locks, appliances, automotive equipment, boilers, heating and ventilating, and related mechanical devices.
• Operates and maintains a variety of motorized tools, equipment and vehicles.
• Reads, interprets and works from sketches, diagrams, or simple blueprints; forecasts material needs and orders supplies; maintains records; prepares reports.
• May lead other workers.

EITHER PATTERN I

Experience: Two years of journey level experience in at least one of the building trades.

OR PATTERN II

Experience: Four years as a Crafts Worker II in San Joaquin County Service.

AND

License: Possession of valid California driver's license.

Special Requirement: Two years of journey level experience in one of the following building trades may be required for assignment or continued assignment to specific departments: Painting, carpentry, plumbing, welding, electrical, heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC).

Methods and practices, tools and materials, safety precautions and occupational hazards of the building maintenance trades.

Lead a small group of semi-skilled or unskilled workers; prepare and work from sketches or plans for construction, renovation and maintenance of buildings and equipment; make accurate estimates of time and material required for repair and maintenance work; use tools employed in the building trades; keep records and prepare reports; follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationship with others. 

Mobility-Stand for long periods of time; push and pull; bend and squat; drive; operate heavy equipment; climb stairs; crawl; lift over 70 pounds; Visual-Overall vision sufficient to read close-up; color perception; eye-hand coordination; Dexterity-Reaching; grasping; repetitive motion; writing; Hearing/Talking-Hear on the telephone/radio; hear faint sounds; talk on telephone/radio; Emotional/ Psychological Factors-Emergency situations; public contact; decision making; heights; hazardous materials; working alone; working weekends/nights/overtime; Environmental Conditions-Noise; dirt dust smoke, fumes, poor ventilation; indoor and outdoor temperature conditions.

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.  For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org).

Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Part-Time Employee Benefits: Part-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.

Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination.  If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.

Testing Accommodation:  Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. 

Physical Exam:  Some classifications require physical examinations.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination.  The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.

Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam:  Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment.  Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen.  The County pays for the initial drug screen.

Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when:

• They are related to the Appointing Authority, or

• The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other

Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.

Proof of Eligibility:  If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.

Apply Online:       

www.sjgov.org/department/hr

By mail or in person:  

San Joaquin County Human Resources

44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330

Stockton, CA 95202                                  

Office hours:               
Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays.

Phone:  (209) 468-3370 

Job Line:

For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. 

When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division).  

San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer:  San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.  For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo.