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Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. Description Basic Function Under close supervision, performs unskilled and semi-skilled paving grounds maintenance, and assists other facilities maintenance personnel in more complex tasks. Recruitment Timelines: Written exams are projected to be scheduled for the week of January 16, 2025. Appraisal Interviews are projected for the week of January 23, 2025. Performance exams are projected for the week of March 2, 2025. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your profile and emails for the latest updates. Examples of Duties • Removes old paving, excavates and prepares area to be paved, and evenly distributes, levels and smoothes asphalt or concrete slabs • Loads, unloads and transports tools, supplies and equipment, which may require use of trucks and/or trailers • Operates forklifts and heavy construction equipment including, but not limited to, bulldozers, front end loaders, dump trucks and rollers • Trims trees and bushes and kills and removes weeds at Metro facilities and layover zones • Moves full loads, unloads and transports tools, supplies and equipment, which may require use of trucks and/or trailers • Moves furniture • Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out Minimum Qualifications • 1 year's experience performing custodial or other related work • Valid California Class C driver's license Special Conditions • Must comply with all California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal/OSHA) regulations and utilize approved safety equipment and personal protective gear including, but not limited to, respirators, eye and hearing protective devices (HPD), if and when required • Must be able to obtain a Class A drivers license • Positions in this classification are considered safety sensitive under Federal Transit Administration (FTA) drug and alcohol regulations Essential Knowledge Knowledge • Methods, materials, equipment, and safety procedures utilized in construction and asphalt and concrete paving • Vehicle operations and safety Abilities • Operate heavy construction equipment including, but not limited to, bulldozers, front end loaders, dump trucks, and rollers • Safely operate a variety of hand tools and power equipment • Establish and maintain effective working relationships • Communicate effectively with others • Safely operate Metro vehicles • Follow verbal and written instructions • Communicate effectively with others • Lift and move objects weighing up to 75 pounds • Perform strenuous tasks throughout the shift • Work at heights up to 20 feet • Tolerate exposure to noise, unpleasant odors, and outdoor work at night and in all types of weather • Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable time frame • Read, write, speak, and understand English (SGV) Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro's Equal Employment Opportunity Program . Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices. Selection Procedure Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. Application Procedure To apply, visit Metro's website at and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations: • *METRO Headquarters, Employment Office One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Metro Talent Hub 8501 S. Evermont Place Los Angeles, CA 90044 Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun) East Los Angeles Customer Center 4501 B Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90022 Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon) Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174 Los Angeles, CA 90010 Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Rosa Parks Customer Center Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station 11720 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059 Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Telephone:** or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered. • Open to the public and all Metro employees This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.