Job Details
Salary: $39.02 - $48.35 Hourly
Location : Within the boundaries of the Long Beach Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Full-Time, 12 months
Job Number: 24-0248-0476
Department: Nutrition Services Branch
Opening Date: 04/29/2024
Closing Date: 6/28/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
Job Summary
Please note:
All applications must be submitted online. If you would like application assistance our office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Our office is located at 4400 Ladoga Ave., Lakewood, CA 90713.
All notices for this recruitment will be sent via email.
Under general supervision, to perform work in the installation, repair and maintenance of commercial food production, handling, storage, packaging and related equipment and appliances; and to perform related duties as required.
Examples of Duties
The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks routinely performed in this classification.
Install, set up, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and service all types of commercial, large quantity food handling, preparation, packaging, cleaning and storage equipment and associated plumbing, electrical, electronic, heating and refrigeration system components and devices. E
Install, remove, replace and/or repair such components as valves, fans, motors, gaskets, packing glands, filters, belts, blades, fuses, controls, thermostats, thermocouple, switches, gauges, tubing, wiring, plugs, connectors, sensors, pipes, compressors, and control panels. E
Observes electrical, pressure or vacuum gauges, meters, automatic recording devices, or other indicator lights or devices and adjust controls to ensure efficient operation. E
Observes functioning of installed equipment or system in operation to detect hazards, need for adjustments, or to locate causes of trouble. E
Make repairs to steam pressure vessels, boilers and chillers except to the extent the technician is capable of performing repairs where there are apparent issues of food spoilage (health) and safety. E
Repair and service conveyor systems. E
Inspect and test equipment, parts and systems to ensure proper functioning. E
Utilize a variety of power equipment, test equipment, hand tools, and precision measuring and testing instruments in the performance of assigned tasks. E
Set up and maintain appropriate routine programs, or required and approved programs of lubrication, testing or preventative maintenance. E
Travel to school sites to install, remove, inspect, diagnose and/or make repairs to appliances, refrigeration units, freezing units, steam units, cooking units, and related equipment as assigned in an emergency, if a minor repair, or within preventive maintenance. E
Estimate time and material costs to complete tasks. E
Monitor the work of vendors performing service contract and warranty work. E
Maintain records of material, part usage, time, and history of equipment service and repair. E
Requisition, order, and maintain a store of parts and materials needed to perform emergency repair and maintenance duties. E
Perform varied repairs of a routine nature involving the Nutrition Center facility. E
Comply with and ensure safety requirements are always followed and observed. E
Recommend equipment and appliance replacement as appropriate. E
Instruct food services personnel in proper use of equipment. E
Operate a District vehicle. E
May direct the work of assigned helpers.
May open and close facility.
Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized E, which identifies essential duties, required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Employment Standards
Knowledge of:
Building and safety codes and procedures applicable to a large scale food production, handling and packaging facility.
Basic sanitation standards followed in a large scale food center.
Proper procedures, methods, and tools used in pipe fitting, electrical work, electronic controls, plumbing, heating, refrigeration, hydraulics and pneumatics as it relates to the maintenance and repair of varied commercial food production equipment and associated systems.
Electronic, electrical, refrigeration, heating, plumbing, mechanical, gas and arc welding principles and procedures applicable to the job functions of this classification.
Ability to:
Perform skilled work in the maintenance and repair of a wide range of food handling, preparation, packaging, and storage equipment, and ancillary equipment and systems.
Analyze, interpret and apply complex and technical manuals, schematic diagrams, blueprints, plans specifications and instructions.
Troubleshoot, assist supervisor, in planning and laying out electrical, electronic, refrigeration, heating, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical and plumbing work problems. Maintain accurate records.
Write clear and concise reports.
Repair and adjust computerized equipment located in the Nutrition Center.
Analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of actions.
Operate a District vehicle observing safe and defensive driving practices.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Use hand and power tools.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Operate a variety of test equipment and meters.
Arc, mig and gas weld.
Do light carpentry.
Do touch up painting.
Meet established deadlines.
Education and Training:
Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Completion of a recognized apprentice training program in at least one of the skilled trades areas such as electrician, electronic, refrigeration, plumbing or equivalent.
Experience:
Three years experience in the field of plant facilities maintenance with at least one year of specific work involving the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of large quantity commercial food production and related equipment and systems, including mechanical, electronic, electrical, plumbing, heating, refrigeration and steam system repairs.
Any other combination of training and/or experience which demonstrates the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considered.
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid class C California Driver's License and evidence of a safe driving record is required at the time of appointment.
An applicant for this class will be required to obtain, at his/her own expense, and submit his/her motor vehicle driving record at the time of appointment. The record must meet and be maintained at the District's safe driving record standard. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification and/or rejection of the eligible regardless of any other standing.
Some positions in this class may be required to obtain "Universal Refrigerant Technician Certification" at the time of appointment or following employment, Type I and Type II or Universal, in accordance with Environmental Protection Agency Regulations.
Some incumbents in this class may be required to wear protective clothing, gear and equipment as required by law.
The Long Beach Unified School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, national origin, religion, race or ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach, Director of Employee Relations, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-###-####, and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton, Director of Human Resource Services, 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, CA 90815, 562-###-####,
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience; scored evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination, scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.
The District provides excellent medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits as well as an income protection plan for eligible Classified employees.
For more information regarding health benefits please visit:
Classified employees earn paid vacation at the initial rate of 14 days for full-time 12 month employees (.055 hour for each hour worked) and receive increases after 5, 10, and 15 years of service for a total of 21 days after 15 years.
12 month Classified employees earn 13 working days of sick leave each year which are accumulated indefinitely. Employees of other California school districts who have accrued sick leave may transfer it to LBUSD in accordance with the California Education Code.
12 month Classified employees receive 14 paid holidays per year.
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Completion of the following supplemental questions is required of all applicants. This is considered a test component in the examination process. An evaluation of candidates' responses will be made by a screening panel following the application deadline. A limited number of candidates who best meet the needs of the District will be invited to continue in the examination process. It is important that your responses are clear and concise. Responses that are incomplete or unclear will not receive credit. Your Work Experience in the application must also include all of your recent and relevant experience in order for your application and supplemental to be considered. For those questions to which you have no response, please indicate "no response".DO NOT refer the reader to your resume. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of completion of the required application or supplemental materials. Resumes are not reviewed, therefore information on the resume will not be considered in the screening of the application. Please answer by selecting "Yes" as confirmation that you read these instructions.
- Yes, I have read the instructions and understand a resume will not be considered in the screening of my application.
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This position requires graduation from High School or equivalent. Do you meet this requirement?
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This position requires the completion of a recognized apprentice training program in at least one of the skilled trades areas such as electrician, electronic, refrigeration, plumbing or equivalent. If this apprenticeship is not clearly listed under the work experience section you may be disqualified from participating in the examination and consideration for permanent employment. Please select your qualifying experience.
- I have completed at least one or more of the recognized apprentice training programs in skilled trades areas such as electrician, electronic, refrigeration, plumbing or equivalent.
- I have not completed one of the recognized apprentice training programs.
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If you completed an apprentice training program, you must submit proof with your application. Deadline to submit apprentice training program certification to the Personnel Commission is by 4:30 p.m., on the closing date of this recruitment.
- I have attached the required document to my online application.
- I will deliver the required document to the Personnel Commission office no later than 4:30 p.m., on the closing date of this recruitment.
- I do not have the required documents and I understand my application may not be considered.
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This position requires three years of experience in the field of plant facilities maintenance. Do you meet this requirement?
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In the space below, please explain in detail your three or more years experience in the field of plant facilities maintenance. Include the name of your employers, your job titles, and related duties. (example: Employer Name - Job Title - duties assigned)If this is not clearly listed you may be disqualified from participating in the examination and consideration for permanent employment.
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Do you have at least one year of specific work involving trouble-shooting, repair & maintenance of large quantity commercial food production and related equipment /systems, including mechanical, electronic, electrical, plumbing, heating, refrigeration and steam systems?
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In the space below, please explain in detail your one or more years of trouble-shooting, repair and maintenance experience.If this is not clearly listed you may be disqualified from participating in the examination and consideration for permanent employment.
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Do you possess a valid California Class C driver's license?
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An applicant for this class will be required to obtain, at his/her own expense, and submit his/her motor vehicle driving record at the time of appointment. This record must meet and be maintained at the District's safe driving record standard. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the disqualification and/or rejection of the eligible regardless of any other standing. The District's Safe Driving Record Standard is: - no more than three (3) moving violations within the past three (3) years- no more than one (1) at fault accident within the past three (3) years (any accident shall be deemed at-fault absent sufficient proof to the contrary, such as: a signed statement from a private insurance company, or a report from the Department of Motor Vehicles or other government agency); - no conviction for failure to report an accident within the past three (3) years- no conviction for driving under the influence, or driving while intoxicated, or reckless driving within the past five (5) years Do you meet the safe driving requirements?
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Some positions in this class may be required to obtain "Universal Refrigerant Technician Certification" at the time of appointment or following employment, Type I and Type II or Universal, in accordance with Environmental Protection Agency Regulations. Some incumbents in this class may be required to wear protective clothing, gear and equipment as required by lawThe current vacancy requires the "Universal Refrigerant Technician Certification", Type I and Type II or Universal, in accordance with Environmental Protection Agency Regulations. Are you willing to obtain the certification by the time of appointment?
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Are you willing and able to wear protective clothing, gear, and equipment as required by law, if given proper training and equipment?
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Are you willing and able to work with exposure to extreme cold in the large commercial refrigeration units, or to the heat of the boiler room?
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Are you willing to work in an environment where noise levels are unusually high, along with humidity and moisture?
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Are you willing and able to do very heavy work, exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently?
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Are you willing and able to climb and descend ladders, stairs, and ramps?
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Are you willing to perform stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling as a part of this position?
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PLEASE NOTE: All notifications will be sent via email.Applicants must check their emails on a regular basis to find out their status on an application. Emails we send may be caught by spam filters and it is the responsibility of the applicant to check their spam/junk folder.
- I am aware I must check my emails, including spam/junk folder, on a regular basis to find out the status of my application. All notifications will be sent via email.
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I understand that exam segments may be conducted online and may require access to a computer with an internet connection and Google Chrome or Firefox browsers. The exam components may also require access to a computer, smart phone, or tablet with internet connection and a video recording device. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact Personnel Commission immediately proceeding the exam invitation requiring such devices if I do not have access to the required technology.
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