The City of Point Arena seeks a

Harbor & Public Works Team Member

Hourly Rate: $20.13 – $27.19 (depending on experience).

Hours/week: 40 (25 hours/week for Harbor & Pier Operations and 15 hours/week for Public Works)

The City of Point Arena offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and professional development opportunities.

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Position Summary

The City of Point Arena is seeking a versatile and service-oriented individual to fill a combined role supporting both Harbor and Pier Operations and City streets and maintenance functions. This position performs semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of the City’s harbor, pier, waterfront facilities, streets, and related infrastructure.

The role also provides customer service support related to harbor and pier use, fee collection, and public assistance, while ensuring the safe operation of equipment and the protection of staff, the public, and City property.

The City is seeking a candidate who can identify opportunities to enhance operations, improve services, and implement practical improvements to maximize efficiency and revenue. The Pier is an enterprise fund that currently generates revenue to support one staff member, working 25 hours per week.

Supervision

Receive direct or general supervision from assigned supervisory or management staff. May provide technical or functional guidance to assigned staff as needed.

Essential Job Functions

(Illustrative only; duties may vary based on operational needs.)

Harbor & Pier Operations (Approx. 25 Hours/Week)

• Upholds compliance with safety standards when operating, inspecting, and maintaining the boat hoist and related equipment.
• Performs security checks and enforces harbor and pier rules and regulations; interacts with the public and responds to challenging situations calmly and professionally.
• Inspects, cleans, and repairs waterfront facilities and assists with preparation for special events.
• Provides customer service related to pier and harbor use, including boat storage, rentals, key assignments, parking enforcement, and abandoned vehicle coordination.
• Collects fees and dues and handles cash transactions responsibly.
• Performs general grounds maintenance throughout harbor and pier areas, including debris removal and restroom and shower cleaning.
• Performs related administrative duties, including coordinating with vendors, responding to public inquiries, and assisting City staff as needed.
• Maintains and repairs harbor and pier buildings, waterfront facilities, and equipment, including carpentry, plumbing, light electrical, irrigation repair, janitorial work, grounds maintenance, and weed abatement.
• Maintains and services restroom facilities, refuse and recycling areas, and disposal bins at waterfront properties.

Streets, Parks & Maintenance (Approx. 15 Hours/Week)

• Performs construction, maintenance, and repair of City streets, drainage structures, and related infrastructure.
• Operates light, medium, and heavy equipment used in street maintenance and repair.
• Performs asphalt patching, striping, sign installation and repair, and basic roadway maintenance.
• Sets up traffic control zones using cones, barricades, and signage to ensure public and workers’ safety.
• Assists with weed abatement and debris removal to maintain safe public rights-of-way.

All Assignments

• Follows safe work practices and properly uses required safety equipment.
• Operates and maintains tools, vehicles, and equipment related to assigned duties.
• Maintains clean, safe, and orderly work areas.
• Responds to after-hours and emergency situations as required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Practices, methods, tools, and materials used in building, facility, street, and waterfront maintenance.
• Grounds-keeping, janitorial services, and general repair techniques.
• Operation and maintenance of hand and power tools, vehicles, and equipment (including hoists).
• Customer service practices, including fee collection, rentals, and public interaction.
• Applicable safety standards, traffic control procedures, and OSHA regulations.
• Shop math, safe driving practices, and hazardous materials handling.
• Basic computer applications and modern office practices.
• Proper English usage and effective communication techniques.

Ability to:

• Perform semi-skilled construction, maintenance, and repair work across multiple City facilities and infrastructure systems.
• Safely operate tools, vehicles, and equipment, including hoists.
• Read and understand basic plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Conduct safety inspections and follow established procedures.
• Estimate materials needed and maintain basic records and reports.
• Organize work, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with the public, coworkers, contractors, and City staff.
• Exercise tact, judgment, and professionalism in public-facing and occasionally sensitive situations.

Education and Experience

Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical background includes:

• Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade.
• One (1) year of experience in construction, maintenance, or repair of buildings, facilities, streets, or related infrastructure.
• Additional experience in harbor, pier, or waterfront operations is highly desirable.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to obtain additional certifications (forklift, traffic safety, etc.) related to assignment may be required.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Work requires mobility, strength, and stamina to perform medium to heavy physical labor, including lifting, climbing, bending, and working in confined spaces. Duties are performed outdoors in varying weather conditions and may involve exposure to noise, traffic hazards, chemicals, mechanical equipment, and waterfront environments. Position requires frequent interaction with the public.