Seasonal Assistant (Hourly)

Seasonal Assistant (Hourly)

Salary

$16.90 - $20.54 Hourly

Location

Chula Vista, CA

Job Type

Hourly, Part-Time

Job Number

26023106H

Department

PW - Operations

Division

Public Works Admin

Opening Date

06/26/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Essential Functions

Under close supervision, provides general assistance for a limited period of time in support of assigned operations. Duties will vary based on work assignments and needs of the department. Current need is within the Public Works Department.

This recruitment is for a part-time, non-benefited position limited to 919 hours of employment in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30) with an average of less than 30 service hours per work week. Unclassified hourly employees are paid on an hourly or per diem basis and shall not be eligible for benefits nor be subject to Civil Service Rules. Although hourly employees are at-will, they are still subject to all other City policies and procedures.

Please note, the recruitment will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time without prior notice. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Essential Functions

Functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: perform a variety of routine manual work in the maintenance, repair, and construction of streets, signs, sewers, storm drains, and related structures; assist in patching City streets and sidewalks; replace street signs; paint sidewalk curbs; clean sidewalks and remove graffiti; operate a variety of hand and power tools; observe safe work methods; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Some work experience and formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance. Some positions require at least 15 1/2 years of age at time of application.

License: Possession of a valid California drivers license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Principles of good customer service; basic cleaning and maintenance practices and procedures; basic methods used in the maintenance, construction, and repair related to assignment; and basic safe work methods and safety regulations.

Ability to: Follow simple instructions and exercise normal caution; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; use various tools to complete maintenance and repairs; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

When assigned to unskilled manual work: On a continuous basis walk, stand, bend, crouch or stoop; use hands and fingers to grasp tools; make repetitive hand and body motions; twist and reach below and above shoulder; verbal ability to communicate in person, use a two-way radio, and use a telephone; lift or carry weight of 50 pounds without assistance and up to 100 pounds with assistance. See in the normal vision range with or without correction; hear in the normal range with or without correction. Work is performed outdoors with exposure to a variety of weather conditions; work with exposure to traffic, noise, physical barriers, and around heavy equipment.

Additional Information

Recruitment No. 26023106H

This recruitment is open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time without prior notice. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Candidates whose application indicates education and experience most directly related to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. All notices will be sent via e-mail provided on the applicants employment application.

The eligibility list established as a result of this recruitment will be for a duration of six (6) months, unless otherwise extended.

RETIREMENT

Part-time/temporary employees participate in the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). This is in lieu of PERS or Social Security (although employees do contribute to Medicare). The City and the Employee each contribute 3.75% of the employees salary to the PARS.

SICK LEAVE

Part-time/temporary employees shall accrue sick leave pursuant to the Health Workplace, Health Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522).

01

The supplemental questionnaire is used to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this position. Please answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History/Experience" section of the employment application will result in your application not being considered. Please do not refer your response to your resume. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications.

• I have read and acknowledge the instructions stated above.

02

This recruitment will establish a pool of candidates interested in a variety of seasonal/extra-help assignments. If/when assignments are available, Human Resources may review the applications to find candidates that are suitable for that particular assignment. Please note that you will NOT be contacted by Human Resources regarding this seasonal application, unless there is an opportunity for which you are being considered.

• I understand that this is not an application for any current full-time positions. I understand that this application will be placed in a pool of qualified candidates that can be considered for future seasonal assignments.

03

WORKING CONDITIONS

Are you willing to work part-time no benefits?

• Yes
• No

04

This position may require you to work off-hour shifts, as required and for emergency purposes.

Are you willing to work off-hour shifts as described above?

• Yes
• No

05

EXPERIENCE

Do you have experience in performing manual labor in maintenance and construction?

• Yes
• No

06

Briefly describe your experience in performing manual labor in maintenance and construction. Your response must include and follow the format below. Provide the following for EACH change in position or employer.

A. Name of employer;

B. Your position title;

C. Date(s) of employment (from - to);

D. Type of employment (indicate if full-time, part-time, volunteer, intership); and

E. Brief description of duties and responsibilities.

NOTE: Responses that are incomplete, do not address all of the items above, "See Resume" response, or responses in a narrative format will result in your application being rejected for lack of information. If you do not have experience, please indicate "No Experience" below.

07

Please select the duties in which you have a minimum of six (6) months of verifiable experience.

NOTE: Verifiable experience means you were employed with a company, agency or organization, and you must be able to demonstrate your ability to perform the duties that you indicated you have experience in.

• Asphalt maintenance and repair
• Concrete finishing
• Digging trenches
• Graffiti removal
• Installing road/street signs
• Painting and striping
• Repairing damaged water lines
• Wastewater maintenance
• Working in confined space
• None of the above

08

Street Maintenance Experience

Do you have experience related to the installation and repair of asphalt and/or concrete on streets?

• Yes
• No

09

Briefly describe your experience in the installation and repair of asphalt and/or concrete on streets. Your response must include and follow the format below. Provide the following for EACH change in position or employer.

A. Name of employer;

B. Your position title;

C. Date(s) of employment (from - to);

D. Type of employment (indicate if full-time, part-time, volunteer, intership); and

E. Brief description of duties and responsibilities.

NOTE: Responses that are incomplete, do not address all of the items above, "See Resume" response, or responses in a narrative format will result in your application being rejected for lack of information. If you do not have experience, please indicate "No Experience" below.

10

Equipment Experience

Please select the equipment in which you have a minimum of six (6) months of verifiable experience.

NOTE: Verifiable experience means you were employed with a company, agency or organization, and you must be able to demonstrate your ability to operate the equipment that you indicated you have experience in.

• Asphalt laydown machine
• Backhoe
• Bobcat
• Dump truck
• Forklift
• Truck/trailer combination
• Utility van
• None of the above

11

LICENSES/CERTIFICATION

Which of the following licenses/certificates do you currently possess? (Please attach a copy of your valid license(s) and/or certificates to your application)

• CA Class B Learners Permit
• CA Class B Drivers License
• CA Class B with Air Brakes Endorsement
• CA Class C Drivers License
• None of the above

12

APPLICANTS ACKNOWLEDGMENT - NOTIFICATION VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL (E-MAIL)

The City of Chula Vistas Human Resources Department uses electronic mail (e-mail) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of your application. We do so as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Therefore, as an applicant, you are hereby advised of the following:

1. Ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Do not share email addresses. Spam or other filters should be adjusted to accept our emails. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails, i.e., for the non-delivery of email or if you fail to check your email-box on a timely basis, etc.

2. Read any notices we send carefully and in a timely manner. Follow further instructions, if any. We recommend that you print and keep a hard copy of our notices for your records.

• I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to the above.

Required Question

Employer City of Chula Vista

Address 276 Fourth Avenue

Chula Vista, California, 91910

Phone 619-691-5096

Website http://www.chulavistaca.gov