Vocational Apprenticeship - Streets Maintenance - Part-Time

About the Department

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Introduction

The City of Boca Raton has established a paid Vocational Apprenticeship Program (Apprenticeship Program). The Apprenticeship Program provides practical on-the-job work experience to individuals who have an interest in learning a trade that will prepare them with skills needed to build a career.  The Apprenticeship Program also provides the City of Boca Raton a potential pool of applicants for future permanent employment recruitment.

Program Overview

This Apprenticeship Program offers challenging and meaningful tasks for the Apprentice in their field of choice. To apply, the candidate must be legally eligible to work in the United States, be either a high school graduate or have achieved the equivalent of a high school diploma or some technical vocational education/training and be at least 18 years of age. Apprenticeships are offered on an ongoing basis depending upon the needs of participating Departments. All Apprentices receive compensation for hours worked. Compensation is in the form of an hourly wage. All Apprenticeships  are part-time. Apprentices are designated as unclassified employees and are ineligible for any benefits or additional compensation of any type (including, but not limited to a bonus, stipend, etc.). Apprentices are assigned a Department Coordinator who directs, supervises and evaluates their work performance and conduct .

Apprentice Requirements & Responsibilities

• Legally eligible to work in the United States;
• HS Diploma or equivalent or some technical vocational education/training;
• At least 18 years of age;
• Must complete an online application form;
• Must complete required testing, if applicable;
• Must pass a background check;
• Must have fulfilled any pre-requisite OSHA or other mandated training, if applicable;
• Be available for an in-person interview (over-the-phone interviews may be arranged);
• Work part-time, but no more than 25 hours per week (or an average of 25 hours per week over a one year period of time);
• Shall attend a mandatory orientation session and required training sessions;
• Shall adhere to all City and Department policies;
• Shall follow Department directives and complete assignments timely and at least in a satisfactory manner; and,
• Shall take part in Goal Setting, Performance Evaluation(s) sessions and an Exit Interview with Human Resources;

Position Duties

I. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION/MISSION STATEMENT:

Our department prides itself on the professional atmosphere and professional demeanor of our employees.  We strive to recruit only the most dedicated and qualified people.

The vision of the Municipal Services Department is to maximize resources and minimize costs for the services that are provided to the citizens of Boca Raton and other City Departments we support.  We strive to achieve this through effective management, encouraging new ideas through staff participation and maximizing the useful life of the City's infrastructure, vehicles, and equipment.

The mission of the Municipal Services Department is to provide services in the most efficient manner to promote a safe, clean, and high-quality community and to effectively respond to emergencies. 

Municipal Services is responsible for Traffic and Transportation Projects, Beach and Inlet Dredge Management, Streets Maintenance, Fleet Operations and Maintenance, Facilities Maintenance, Sanitation and Recycling, and Engineering, Design, and Surveying.

II. ELIGIBILITY:

In addition to the minimum eligibility set forth in the Vocational Apprenticeship Program Guide, candidates seeking to be considered for a Vocational Apprenticeship opportunity with Municipal Services must meet or comply with the following requirements:

1. Ability to work a minimum of 12 hours per week not to exceed a maximum of 25 hours per week (typically between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday) part-time.

2. A desire to pursue a career in municipal government.

3. Requires a minimum commitment of six (6) months, preferably one (1) year.

III. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

The applicant must be of good moral character, have good communication skills, strong work ethic, be able to follow written and verbal directions, and be able to work well with others.  In addition, but not limited to, have the ability to:

1. Possession of valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.
2. Must be able to lift, carry and/or push articles weighing up to 50 pounds.
3. Must be able to wear and/or use the appropriate personal protection equipment.
4. Must be able to sometimes work in adverse weather conditions and noisy environments..

IV. AVAILABLE POSITIONS:

Streets Maintenance Worker – Potential candidates must have some knowledge of construction, maintenance and repair of various streets maintenance work. In addition, potential candidates must have some knowledge of the safe use, operation and preventive maintenance of the equipment required in the work.

V. EXPECTATIONS:

Candidates selected for an Apprenticeship will be expected to comply with all City and Department rules and regulations.  In addition, candidates will be expected to:

1. Wear proper attire while working in accordance with the City of Boca Raton's personnel rules and regulations policy.
2. Conduct him/herself in a professional manner.
3. Maintain the confidentiality of any information obtained through the Apprenticeship Program.
4. Clock in and out each day and manage schedule with assigned Departmental Apprenticeship Coordinator.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Tasks involve the intermittent performance of physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull articles weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Some tasks involve the intermittent performance of extremely physically demanding work. Ability to climb a ladder. Must be able to wear hard hat, safety glasses, goggles, safety harness, safety shoes/boots, and gloves. Exposure to extreme temperatures, heights, noise, vibration, dust, vapors, fumes, mist, smoke, electrical hazards, moving mechanical parts, and confined spaces.

POST-OFFER BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:

The background check process for this position may include:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Reference Checks
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Workers' Compensation
• Physical
• Drug and Alcohol Screen