Code Compliance Officer – STR (Short Term Rentals Specialization)

Kind of Work
Responsible for the maintenance of shop facilities and equipment, and the supervision of staff assigned to maintain and repair a variety of trucks, heavy road maintenance equipment, construction equipment, and auxiliary components.
Distinguishing Features of Work
An employee in this class is responsible for directing and supervising the maintenance of shop facilities and assigning or performing skilled mechanical work necessary to repair heavy equipment. The work is performed independently within established practices and under the Fleet Manager.

Work Environment

FREQUENT: Near, midrange, and far vision; depth perception; field of vision; balance; bend neck; feel; use fingers; grasp; handle; move about; reach; reach above shoulder; rotate neck; sit; squat; stand; talk/speak; taste/smell; twist; walk; right and left wrist turn; extreme noise; vibration; mechanical hazards; moving objects; traffic; work with and around others; customer/public contact; work inside; and drive.
OCCASIONAL: Lift and carry up to 50 pounds; visual accommodation; climb ladders and stairs; crawl; crouch; kneel; stoop/bend; throw; exposure to weather; atmospheric conditions; elevated and slippery surfaces; traffic; extended days; and work outside.

Selection Process

Minimum Qualifications (pass/fail):
Five years full-time verifiable experience performing the duties of a Heavy Equipment Mechanic;
OR, three years experience as an Equipment Operator Senior with five years of full-time paid, verifiable heavy equipment mechanic experience;
OR, seven years of full-time verifiable experience as a Blacksmith.
A Class ‘B’ Commercial Driver's License without an airbrake restriction.
Experience & Training Rating - 35% E&T; 30% Supplemental Questionnaire Points will be awarded for job-related experience and education exceeding the minimum qualifications. Only experience occurring during the ten most recent years will be used in determining this rating.
Only experience occurring during the ten most recent years will be used in determining this rating. Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.
Oral Exam 35%: Candidates meeting minimum qualifications will be scheduled for the oral exam to be held on Monday, March 30, 2009. If three or fewer applicants qualify, the oral exam will be waived.

Essential Functions

The essential functions for this position are listed under the "ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK" on the specification, available in the Employee Relations Department or online at www.stlouiscounty.org/jobdescriptions.

Veterans Preference

If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you: Veteran: DD214Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.Spouse of Disabled Veteran: DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)Spouse of Deceased Veteran: DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate.

Physical-medical Standards

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

Probationary Period

Appointees to the position must successfully complete at least a six month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

Non-discrimination

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, gender, age, color, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or status with regard to public assistance.

Benefits

Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including: Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave Paid Holidays Medical Plan Dental Plan Disability Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Benefits Deferred Compensation Training and Advancement Opportunities Employee Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Vision Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan.

Application Questions

• At which Public Works location(s) are you willing to work?
  ElyHibbingJean DuluthLinden GrovePike LakeVirginia
• Which of the following schedule(s) would you be willing to work? (Check all that apply.)
  Full-TimeScheduled, Part-TimeUnscheduled, Part-TimeTemporaryShift Work
• Are you a certified, permanent employee with St. Louis County? (Seasonal, Temporary, or Probational employees are not eligible to apply for promotional jobs.)
  YesNo
• Describe your experience utilizing standards practices and equipment in the heavy equipment mechanic and/or blacksmith trade.
• Describe your experience in the repair and operation of gasoline and diesel engines and/or repair or fabrication of heavy equipment.
• Please describe any experience you have had in a supervisory role. Include in your answer your job duties, a description of your leadership style, how you delegated assignments, met deadlines and measured progress towards goals.
• Describe your experience estimating time and materials needed for an equipment mechanic job.
• Describe your experience creating reports and maintaining necessary records.