Contact Name: Rutuja Khare
Company/Organization/Agency: Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
Address: 330 Distel Circle, Los Altos, CA 94022 United States
Email Address: hr@openspace.org
Contact Phone:
Job Title: Equipment Mechanic/Operator
Job Description: Do you enjoy working outdoors? Do you have a passion for preserving outdoor recreation and open space? Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District is recruiting for an Equipment Mechanic/Operator to transport, operate and maintain equipment used in the construction, maintenance, restoration and repair of public trails and rural roads in the foothills and ridges of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
About Midpen: Midpen is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of more than 65,000 acres of land with nearly 250 miles of trails in 26 extraordinary open space preserves, permanently protected for natural resource conservation, public enjoyment and recreation. Midpen is a public agency with a focused mission that guides our work, and where every employee makes an impact. If you are looking for an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space protection, natural resource restoration and outdoor recreation, working with an incredible team of like-minded colleagues, we invite you to apply for this position! Check out the Working for Midpen video on our Employment Opportunities page.
About the Position: Midpen aims to recruit and retain employees who embody professionalism, accountability, and respect, who value working in an environment focused on inclusivity, diversity, and equity. This position requires the use of heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, dozers, agricultural tractors, backhoes and rollers. Other responsibilities include the operation and maintenance of gas and electric-powered tools such as jackhammers, chainsaws, welders, and compactors. For additional information about Equipment Mechanic/Operator duties, see the Job Description page on the District website.
A Few Reasons Why You May Love This Job
Collaborative work that directly supports Midpen’s mission to protect and restore the natural environment and contributes to providing nature’s benefits to everyone
You’ll be part of a talented and dynamic team of bright, energetic, and motivated professionals with a passion for the outdoors, trails, and preserving open space
Excellent employee benefits, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and a retirement pension through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
Work Environment: Most work is outdoors within the District’s open space lands with exposure to inclement weather conditions. May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must wear prescribed District uniform and adhere to strict safety procedures and work habits.
Work location may be at any of these offices:
Skyline Field Office – La Honda
Foothills Field Office - Cupertino
South Area Office - Campbell
Education and Experience: We realize your time is valuable, so please apply only if you have at least the required minimum qualifications outlined here: any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. supplemented by specialized training in heavy equipment repair and operation and three (3) years of experience operating and transporting heavy equipment and maintaining and repairing vehicles, tools, and power equipment.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class A Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements within six (6) months of hire.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, Basic First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within six (6) months of employment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a District approved Fire Suppression Training certification.
Benefits: Midpen provides an excellent benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Please see the Benefits page on the District website for details.
How to Apply: A note to applicants who currently live outside of the San Francisco Bay Area: before committing to the application process, and if you haven’t done so already, we suggest evaluating the feasibility of relocation. We recommend researching the cost of living in the San Francisco Bay Area, the cost to relocate, and typical commute times to Los Altos from outlying areas.
Ready to apply? Great! We welcome your application online at CalOpps.org.
(To avoid missing important email communication about this recruitment, we suggest adding mpropenspace@calopps.org to your contacts or list of safe senders.)
Application deadline is January 9th, 2022. Applicants with the most relevant experience and qualifications suitable for the position will be contacted for an interview.
The following application items are required to be considered*:
1. Fully completed CalOpps employment application
2. Cover letter
3. Resume
4. Supplemental question responses
*Incomplete CalOpps employment applications, or applications without the required application items listed here, will not be considered for the position.
Employment offers are conditional upon the results of a fingerprint background check and a pre-employment physical.
Recruitment Timeline:
First Interview (virtual): January 25, 2022
Skills Test (in-person): February 1, 2022
Second Interview (in-person or virtual): February 8, 2022
Job Start Date: 4/1/2022
Application Deadline: 1/9/2022
Additional Information: To apply: https://www.calopps.org/midpeninsula-regional-open-space-district/job-20190288