PLACER COUNTY, CA
Auburn, California, United States
Introduction Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . POSITION INFORMATION This classification is scheduled to receive a general wage increase of 4.0% in July 2024. Placer County's D epartment of Public Works currently has two vacancies for Utility Service Worker. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing wastewater collection and water distribution systems. The ideal candidate will have previous experience performing maintenance on a variety of water and wastewater equipment and will be able to work both in a team environment and independently in the field. The eligible list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they arise, subject to position-specific requirements. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To install, maintain, repair and replace wastewater collection and water distribution systems; to maintain wastewater and water treatment and related facilities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the full journey level class within the Utility Service Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level. This class is distinguished from the Senior Utility Service Worker in that the latter performs complex and difficult work in sewer and water line maintenance, pump and motor maintenance and repair and exercises technical and functional supervision over maintenance and technical personnel. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from a Supervising Utility Service Worker and may receive technical and functional supervision from other maintenance or technical personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Locate, inspect and repair manholes; locate, test for and repair leaks in sewer and water lines; inspect sewer and water lines manually or by television, as appropriate; and inspect and repair manholes; and operate high pressure sewer line cleaning equipment to free plugged mains. Dig ditches and make excavations; backfill trenches and excavations; cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe; tap main lines and make new service connections. Clean sludge drying beds and haul sludge; clear and maintain drainage ditches; and perform maintenance on sewer ponds and at landfill site. Inspect, maintain, rebuild and repair pumps and electric motors, controls and alarms. Operate light and moderately heavy equipment such as dump trucks, boom trucks and backhoes; transport equipment and supplies to work sites; and load and unload equipment and supplies. Perform various building trades skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, masonry and welding in support of Utility Services functions. Perform traffic control including setting up and removal of signs and cones and flagging. Read and repair water meters; patch road pavement; may operate and repair snow removal equipment. Keep appropriate records. As Maintenance Worker perform variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in support of Utility Services program areas. When assigned to a wastewater treatment plant, maintain and repair mechanical, electrical and electronic systems; install and repair piping and valves; interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of responsible experience performing duties similar to those of a Maintenance Worker assigned to various program areas in Utility Services. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license may be required depending upon the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. Possession of certificate of training in use of self-contained breathing apparatus, to be obtained within three months of employment. Possession of Certificate in Wastewater Collection System Maintenance, Grade II, as issued by the California Water Environment Association is desirable . KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: General purpose of pumps, motors, meters and pipelines as used in construction and maintenance of sewage collection and water distribution systems. Principles and practices of work safety. Basic building trades including plumbing, carpentry and painting. Utility Services practices and procedures, especially as related to the utility maintenance functions. Methods, tools, materials and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of sewage collection and water distribution, including pipeline sizing and installation and pump and motor operation. Tools, materials, equipment and methods used in building trades activities. Vehicle codes and safety practices relevant to operating light and moderately heavy vehicles and equipment. Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment and systems; identify and locate equipment and tools; interpret work orders; remember equipment and tool location; remember street/road names and general geographic areas. Intermittently, sit while driving or completing forms or reports; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and reach when inspecting or repairing, digging or clearing and using various tools and equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation; distinguish colors used in coding electrical wires; hear pump and motor operation and alarms; regularly lift very heavy weight. Learn to maintain and repair plant mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, and piping and valves. Learn to interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Obtain information through interviews and dialogue; and deal fairly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively, and determine proper course of action. Safely and effectively perform duties and operate equipment in regular traffic areas. Work unusual and prolonged work schedules; work multiple shifts during emergencies, seasonally-caused circumstances, or special projects in varying climatic and temperature conditions. Use hand tools, rakes and shovels. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Independently maintain and repair plant mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, and piping and valves. Independently interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Operate various motorized light and moderately heavy equipment. Operate various power and air tools. Operate electric or electronic equipment related to utility maintenance functions, such as television cameras and various meters. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Janine Martindale, Administrative Technician, at jmartind@placer.ca.gov or at (530) 889-4083. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Apr 16, 2024
Full Time
Introduction Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play, and learn! For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov . POSITION INFORMATION This classification is scheduled to receive a general wage increase of 4.0% in July 2024. Placer County's D epartment of Public Works currently has two vacancies for Utility Service Worker. This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing wastewater collection and water distribution systems. The ideal candidate will have previous experience performing maintenance on a variety of water and wastewater equipment and will be able to work both in a team environment and independently in the field. The eligible list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies as they arise, subject to position-specific requirements. BENEFITS Placer County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. The following information represents benefits currently available to permanent Placer County employees and may be subject to change. Applicants should inquire as to the most current benefit package during hiring interviews or by contacting the Human Resources Department. Click here to view Placer Public Employees Organization (PPEO) benefits . For more information regarding the benefits Placer County has to offer, please visit Placer County's Human Resources website. DEFINITION To install, maintain, repair and replace wastewater collection and water distribution systems; to maintain wastewater and water treatment and related facilities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the full journey level class within the Utility Service Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Worker by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the entry level. This class is distinguished from the Senior Utility Service Worker in that the latter performs complex and difficult work in sewer and water line maintenance, pump and motor maintenance and repair and exercises technical and functional supervision over maintenance and technical personnel. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from a Supervising Utility Service Worker and may receive technical and functional supervision from other maintenance or technical personnel. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Locate, inspect and repair manholes; locate, test for and repair leaks in sewer and water lines; inspect sewer and water lines manually or by television, as appropriate; and inspect and repair manholes; and operate high pressure sewer line cleaning equipment to free plugged mains. Dig ditches and make excavations; backfill trenches and excavations; cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe; tap main lines and make new service connections. Clean sludge drying beds and haul sludge; clear and maintain drainage ditches; and perform maintenance on sewer ponds and at landfill site. Inspect, maintain, rebuild and repair pumps and electric motors, controls and alarms. Operate light and moderately heavy equipment such as dump trucks, boom trucks and backhoes; transport equipment and supplies to work sites; and load and unload equipment and supplies. Perform various building trades skills such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, masonry and welding in support of Utility Services functions. Perform traffic control including setting up and removal of signs and cones and flagging. Read and repair water meters; patch road pavement; may operate and repair snow removal equipment. Keep appropriate records. As Maintenance Worker perform variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in support of Utility Services program areas. When assigned to a wastewater treatment plant, maintain and repair mechanical, electrical and electronic systems; install and repair piping and valves; interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Perform related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience and Training Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of responsible experience performing duties similar to those of a Maintenance Worker assigned to various program areas in Utility Services. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Required License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class A or B driver's license may be required depending upon the position. Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. Possession of certificate of training in use of self-contained breathing apparatus, to be obtained within three months of employment. Possession of Certificate in Wastewater Collection System Maintenance, Grade II, as issued by the California Water Environment Association is desirable . KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: General purpose of pumps, motors, meters and pipelines as used in construction and maintenance of sewage collection and water distribution systems. Principles and practices of work safety. Basic building trades including plumbing, carpentry and painting. Utility Services practices and procedures, especially as related to the utility maintenance functions. Methods, tools, materials and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of sewage collection and water distribution, including pipeline sizing and installation and pump and motor operation. Tools, materials, equipment and methods used in building trades activities. Vehicle codes and safety practices relevant to operating light and moderately heavy vehicles and equipment. Ability to: On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules. Intermittently analyze problem equipment and systems; identify and locate equipment and tools; interpret work orders; remember equipment and tool location; remember street/road names and general geographic areas. Intermittently, sit while driving or completing forms or reports; stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and reach when inspecting or repairing, digging or clearing and using various tools and equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation; distinguish colors used in coding electrical wires; hear pump and motor operation and alarms; regularly lift very heavy weight. Learn to maintain and repair plant mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, and piping and valves. Learn to interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Obtain information through interviews and dialogue; and deal fairly and courteously with the public. Analyze situations quickly and objectively, and determine proper course of action. Safely and effectively perform duties and operate equipment in regular traffic areas. Work unusual and prolonged work schedules; work multiple shifts during emergencies, seasonally-caused circumstances, or special projects in varying climatic and temperature conditions. Use hand tools, rakes and shovels. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Independently maintain and repair plant mechanical, electrical and electronic systems, and piping and valves. Independently interpret manuals, schematics, plant diagrams and drawings. Operate various motorized light and moderately heavy equipment. Operate various power and air tools. Operate electric or electronic equipment related to utility maintenance functions, such as television cameras and various meters. SELECTION PROCEDURE Training & Experience Rating (100%) Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant’s education, training, and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the eligible list. CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT Prior to the date of hire, applicants must undergo a fingerprint test by the Department of Justice, pass a medical examination (which may include a drug screening and possibly a psychological evaluation), sign a constitutional oath, and submit proof of U.S. citizenship or legal right to remain and work in the U.S. For some positions, applicants may also be required to submit proof of age, undergo a background investigation (which may include a voice stress analysis and/or a polygraph), and/or be bonded. Additionally, positions in law enforcement classifications and those supporting law enforcement functions will be required to complete a conviction history questionnaire prior to or during the interview process. Applicants for positions with access to Medi-Cal billing software or who are licensed providers must clear the Federal Exclusion List, credentialing, and social security verification. Failure to clear these requirements may result in an employment offer being withdrawn. SUBSTITUTE LISTS The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be certified as a substitute list for a substantially similar classification. For this purpose, a substantially similar classification is one at a lower level in the same classification (example: entry level vs. journey level) and/or a similar classification (similar work performed, similar training and experience qualifications required). If you are contacted for an interview by a County department, you will be informed of the classification and other relevant information. If you choose not to interview for a substantially similar classification, you will remain on the eligible list for which you originally applied. EMPLOYEES OF OTHER PUBLIC AGENCIES Placer County offers an expedited process for qualifying certain applicants for interviews. Candidates currently employed, or employed within the last year, by a public agency operating under a personnel civil service or merit system may be eligible to be placed on a Public Agency Eligible List and certified as eligible for appointment to a similar job assignment without going through the examination process. For more information on the Public Agency Eligible List, to download forms, or to apply, please click here . EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Thank you for your interest in employment with Placer County. Placer County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. It is the stated policy of Placer County that harassment, discrimination, and retaliation are prohibited and that all employees, applicants, agents, contractors, and interns/volunteers shall receive equal consideration and treatment. All terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, transfer, and promotion will be based on the qualifications of the individual for the positions being filled regardless of gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, ancestry, religion (including creed and belief), national origin, citizenship, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, military and/or veteran status, sex (including parental status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), reproductive health decision making, political orientation, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 5 working days before a scheduled examination if you require accommodation in the examination process. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Conclusion For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Janine Martindale, Administrative Technician, at jmartind@placer.ca.gov or at (530) 889-4083. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
CITY OF PETALUMA, CA
Petaluma, California, United States
Summary/Class Characteristics Utility Service Worker II SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE SALARY RANGE (+3% COLA in July 2024 & +3% COLA in July 2025) : $63,752.00 - $77,459.20 annually FOR YOUR HEALTH AND WELL BEING: MEDICAL INSURANCE: Choice of a variety of CalPERS Health Plans. City pays ~95% of the Bay Area Kaiser premium for employee & eligible dependents; or alternative option to receive Medical Cash Back (if you have medical coverage elsewhere). Please see the 2024 Health Plan Contribution Memo . DENTAL & VISION INSURANCE: Coverage for employees & eligible family members, paid for by the City. LIFE INSURANCE: Competitive life insurance & Long-Term Disability benefits. Option to purchase additional life insurance. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Support and benefits, for you & eligible family members, paid for by the City. WELLNESS BENEFIT: $500 annual allowance (subject to the annual budget approval process and may change in the future) FOR YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE: CALPERS RETIREMENT PACKAGE 2% at 60 for Classic CalPERS members 2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: voluntary participation in your choice of three plan offerings. FOR YOUR WORK / LIFE BALANCE (annual amounts): Vacation: 80 Hours, increasing with years of service Sick Leave: 96 hours Holidays: 12 fixed days Personal Leave: 8 hours Other Exceptional Benefits: Paid Parental Leave - up to 8 weeks of paid time for qualifying family bonding Unlimited Free Bus Rides on Petaluma Transit Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Employer For more information regarding the benefits associated with this position, please visit our website and look at the Unit 2 Memorandum of Understanding and Employee Benefits . #petalumaproud A City that Works for Everyone Our City has an enormous amount of civic pride which celebrates multiple approaches and points of view. When we say we are a City that Works for Everyone we mean everyone. To do that well, we’re creating a workforce that is inclusive and listens to the multitude of voices and views of our employees. Diversity is an integral part of our organizational identity. Inclusion is the way we treat and perceive our differences. Equity is treating all our employees fairly and acknowledging that everyone has value. This drives our innovation, motivation and connects us even closer to our community. Summary Perform duties in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water, stormwater and sewer collection systems and related facilities; clean and repair sanitary sewers and appurtenances, and utilize and operate a wide range of tools, equipment and vehicles. Class Characteristics General supervision is provided by a higher-level supervisor or manager; responsibilities may include the indirect supervision of support staff. The journey level class of the series, incumbents at this level are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to this classification. The majority of the work is performed as a member of a crew, although specific individual assignments of a more limited nature may be performed. This class is distinguished from Utility Service Worker III in that the latter performs a broader range of skilled work, including the regular operation of heavy equipment, and may act in the lead capacity over a small crew. Duties Perform a variety of duties in the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of water, sewer, and stormwater systems, including mains, services, valves, meter, hydrants, pressure regulators, and related equipment and devices. Measure, cut, join, and tap steel, cast iron, asbestos, concrete, copper, and plastic water pipe. Install meter boxes, vaults and residential, industrial and commercial hydrant meters. Replace or repair meters as part of a planned maintenance program; repair large commercial meters. Locate and repair leaks and line breaks; turn water off and on as required for repair work; notify customers as necessary; disinfect and flush system after installation or repair. Assist in installing or repairing water, recycled, sewer, stormwater collection, and transmission facilities and equipment. Locate and repair leaks in the City sanitary sewer and stormwater systems; operate the camera van to locate broken and cracked sewer lines, and make necessary repairs; operate power routing and vacuum machines to clear line blockages. Replace and repair concrete and asphalt after repairs are completed. Maintain cleanliness and stock of the parts room and yard; order supplies as needed. Assist in such activities as pump repair, facility remodeling, and painting, including spray painting. Assist in installing shoring and setting up traffic control measures to maintain a safe work site; follow safety rules and regulations. Perform duties such as: install, tap, re-line, disinfect, test, and connect water mains and appurtenances; perform standby emergency response duties for after hour’s emergencies. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Operations and maintenance of utility systems. Operational characteristics of tools and vehicles used in utility maintenance. Use and care of standard hand and power tools. Basic mathematics. Methods and techniques of maintaining records. Basic concepts of water distribution mathematics such as; water measurements, formulas (area and volume), units and conversion factors, and water pressure. Basic concepts for utility system maintenance such as; purpose, configuration, and operation, pipe materials, water storage facilities, meters, hydrants, leak detection and repair, corrosion, flushing and cleaning, water meter testing, maintenance and repair, and maintenance of pumps and electric motors. Basic concepts for utility system operation such as water quality, sources of supply, safety and sanitation practices including disinfectants. Operational characteristics of pumps, motors and related equipment. Equipment, tools, materials, and methods used in utility system installation and maintenance and repair. Methods and techniques of operating a variety of light and heavy equipment, including backhoes, loaders, rollers, trucks and tractors. Safe work procedures and safety practices for field and underground maintenance work. Education and Experience Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. Experience: One year of water and/or sewer system experience including the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground water and/or sewer systems. Certifications/Licenses: Must obtain California Department of Health Services Grade I Water Distribution Certificate prior to advancing to Step 3 of pay range. Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record. Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license by the end of the six-month probationary period. Desirable : Possession of a California Water Environment Association Grade I Certificate. Other Requirements : Positions in these job classifications are subject to drug and alcohol testing (DOT) pursuant to Federal Law. Physical Demands and Working Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, squat, and stoop in the performance of daily activities, and occasionally required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also frequently required to operate compressors, concrete saws and pavement breakers, and occasionally required to operate heavy equipment such as a backhoe, tractor, roller, and loader, and drive trucks of various sizes, on a project basis. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 90 pounds. The employee is frequently required to work outdoors under varied weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment may be moderate to loud depending on working conditions. The employee will be required to work emergency overtime or off-shift hours as necessary. The City of Petaluma offers a wide-ranging, comprehensive benefit package including CalPERS retirement, medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, etc. For moreinformation regarding the benefits associated with this position, visit our website: https://cityofpetaluma.org/employee-benefits-information/ Closing Date/Time: 5/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 11, 2024
Full Time
Summary/Class Characteristics Utility Service Worker II SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE SALARY RANGE (+3% COLA in July 2024 & +3% COLA in July 2025) : $63,752.00 - $77,459.20 annually FOR YOUR HEALTH AND WELL BEING: MEDICAL INSURANCE: Choice of a variety of CalPERS Health Plans. City pays ~95% of the Bay Area Kaiser premium for employee & eligible dependents; or alternative option to receive Medical Cash Back (if you have medical coverage elsewhere). Please see the 2024 Health Plan Contribution Memo . DENTAL & VISION INSURANCE: Coverage for employees & eligible family members, paid for by the City. LIFE INSURANCE: Competitive life insurance & Long-Term Disability benefits. Option to purchase additional life insurance. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Support and benefits, for you & eligible family members, paid for by the City. WELLNESS BENEFIT: $500 annual allowance (subject to the annual budget approval process and may change in the future) FOR YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE: CALPERS RETIREMENT PACKAGE 2% at 60 for Classic CalPERS members 2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: voluntary participation in your choice of three plan offerings. FOR YOUR WORK / LIFE BALANCE (annual amounts): Vacation: 80 Hours, increasing with years of service Sick Leave: 96 hours Holidays: 12 fixed days Personal Leave: 8 hours Other Exceptional Benefits: Paid Parental Leave - up to 8 weeks of paid time for qualifying family bonding Unlimited Free Bus Rides on Petaluma Transit Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Employer For more information regarding the benefits associated with this position, please visit our website and look at the Unit 2 Memorandum of Understanding and Employee Benefits . #petalumaproud A City that Works for Everyone Our City has an enormous amount of civic pride which celebrates multiple approaches and points of view. When we say we are a City that Works for Everyone we mean everyone. To do that well, we’re creating a workforce that is inclusive and listens to the multitude of voices and views of our employees. Diversity is an integral part of our organizational identity. Inclusion is the way we treat and perceive our differences. Equity is treating all our employees fairly and acknowledging that everyone has value. This drives our innovation, motivation and connects us even closer to our community. Summary Perform duties in the installation, maintenance, and repair of water, stormwater and sewer collection systems and related facilities; clean and repair sanitary sewers and appurtenances, and utilize and operate a wide range of tools, equipment and vehicles. Class Characteristics General supervision is provided by a higher-level supervisor or manager; responsibilities may include the indirect supervision of support staff. The journey level class of the series, incumbents at this level are expected to perform the full range of duties assigned to this classification. The majority of the work is performed as a member of a crew, although specific individual assignments of a more limited nature may be performed. This class is distinguished from Utility Service Worker III in that the latter performs a broader range of skilled work, including the regular operation of heavy equipment, and may act in the lead capacity over a small crew. Duties Perform a variety of duties in the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of water, sewer, and stormwater systems, including mains, services, valves, meter, hydrants, pressure regulators, and related equipment and devices. Measure, cut, join, and tap steel, cast iron, asbestos, concrete, copper, and plastic water pipe. Install meter boxes, vaults and residential, industrial and commercial hydrant meters. Replace or repair meters as part of a planned maintenance program; repair large commercial meters. Locate and repair leaks and line breaks; turn water off and on as required for repair work; notify customers as necessary; disinfect and flush system after installation or repair. Assist in installing or repairing water, recycled, sewer, stormwater collection, and transmission facilities and equipment. Locate and repair leaks in the City sanitary sewer and stormwater systems; operate the camera van to locate broken and cracked sewer lines, and make necessary repairs; operate power routing and vacuum machines to clear line blockages. Replace and repair concrete and asphalt after repairs are completed. Maintain cleanliness and stock of the parts room and yard; order supplies as needed. Assist in such activities as pump repair, facility remodeling, and painting, including spray painting. Assist in installing shoring and setting up traffic control measures to maintain a safe work site; follow safety rules and regulations. Perform duties such as: install, tap, re-line, disinfect, test, and connect water mains and appurtenances; perform standby emergency response duties for after hour’s emergencies. Perform related duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge of: Operations and maintenance of utility systems. Operational characteristics of tools and vehicles used in utility maintenance. Use and care of standard hand and power tools. Basic mathematics. Methods and techniques of maintaining records. Basic concepts of water distribution mathematics such as; water measurements, formulas (area and volume), units and conversion factors, and water pressure. Basic concepts for utility system maintenance such as; purpose, configuration, and operation, pipe materials, water storage facilities, meters, hydrants, leak detection and repair, corrosion, flushing and cleaning, water meter testing, maintenance and repair, and maintenance of pumps and electric motors. Basic concepts for utility system operation such as water quality, sources of supply, safety and sanitation practices including disinfectants. Operational characteristics of pumps, motors and related equipment. Equipment, tools, materials, and methods used in utility system installation and maintenance and repair. Methods and techniques of operating a variety of light and heavy equipment, including backhoes, loaders, rollers, trucks and tractors. Safe work procedures and safety practices for field and underground maintenance work. Education and Experience Any combination equivalent to the education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to gain such knowledge and abilities would be: Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. Experience: One year of water and/or sewer system experience including the installation, maintenance, and repair of underground water and/or sewer systems. Certifications/Licenses: Must obtain California Department of Health Services Grade I Water Distribution Certificate prior to advancing to Step 3 of pay range. Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record. Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license by the end of the six-month probationary period. Desirable : Possession of a California Water Environment Association Grade I Certificate. Other Requirements : Positions in these job classifications are subject to drug and alcohol testing (DOT) pursuant to Federal Law. Physical Demands and Working Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, squat, and stoop in the performance of daily activities, and occasionally required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee is also frequently required to operate compressors, concrete saws and pavement breakers, and occasionally required to operate heavy equipment such as a backhoe, tractor, roller, and loader, and drive trucks of various sizes, on a project basis. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 90 pounds. The employee is frequently required to work outdoors under varied weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment may be moderate to loud depending on working conditions. The employee will be required to work emergency overtime or off-shift hours as necessary. The City of Petaluma offers a wide-ranging, comprehensive benefit package including CalPERS retirement, medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, etc. For moreinformation regarding the benefits associated with this position, visit our website: https://cityofpetaluma.org/employee-benefits-information/ Closing Date/Time: 5/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Description UTILITY WORKER Golf Operations Division Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity The City of Sunnyvale is looking to fill the Utility Worker position with a team member that believes the impossible is possible. This person is driven to continuously make a positive impact in the organization and believes that as a team we accomplish more. As an organization, we are motivated to produce the highest level of service possible. Sunnyvale Golf Course is a par 70 regulation 18-hole course with numerous bunkers, dog legs and water holes. Sunnyvale is a well-manicured test of the player's skill stretching out to 6,255 yards. Sunken Gardens Golf Course is a 9-hole, 1,502-yard executive course. Sunken Gardens is ideal for the beginner golfer with ample practice facilities and shorter length holes. Working in the Public Works Department for the City of Sunnyvale as a Utility Worker provides an opportunity to improve the golf courses in the community and see the results of your work. All of this, plus a generous benefits package which includes a competitive salary, career development and training opportunities make the City of Sunnyvale a great place to work. This position opens on Monday, April 29, 2024, and the final filing date is Monday, May 20, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. or upon receipt of 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first. If interested in this position, you should apply as soon as possible as only the first 100 qualified and complete applications will be considered. You will be required to possess and present a valid California Class C driver's license at the time of appointment. For a complete job description, please click here: Utility Worker Under general supervision performs a variety of semiskilled and some skilled manual tasks in the construction, repair and maintenance of public works and parks facilities; does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class are distinguished from those in maintenance worker by the requirement of the efficient operation of a dump truck, front end loader, light tractor with mower attachment or similar equipment on a production basis and requires a knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment of the department and/or division to which assigned. Essential Job Functions May include, but are not limited to, the following: In addition to the general duties listed below, the following duties are also performed in the Golf Operations Division: As a member of a crew, incumbents participate in the following crew activities, independently performing certain tasks as assigned. Operates various equipment involved in the maintenance of golf courses. Operates a light tractor with gang or sickle mower attachment, small roller or comparable attachment. Operates light equipment such as mowers, aerators, spray rigs, utility vehicles, backhoes, front-end loaders and dump trucks. Prunes small trees and shrubs Edges ground cover. Repairs irrigation, installs plant material, performs landscape construction duties. General: Operates various equipment involved in the maintenance of street, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, water distribution system, parks, street trees, or golf course. Operates equipment such as air compressors, pneumatic hammers, power activated hammers, chain saws, concrete saws, pipe cutters, sprayers, compactors, forklifts, painting and spraying equipment and rollers. Operates power tools such as air compressors, jack hammers, wet tapping machines and painting and spraying equipment; Loads, unloads and operates pick-ups and trucks to transport maintenance supplies and materials. Places traffic control flags, signs and cones to direct traffic around work sites; may direct traffic. Uses general carpentry and mechanical hand tools such as brooms, rakes, shovels, ladders, hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, saws, drills and wrenches. Performs routine maintenance and repair of hand and power tools. Tactfully responds to questions and comments from the public. Responsible for the safe operation of equipment and tools used. May prepare and keep written records and make material and equipment requests. May perform some tasks regularly assigned to senior level classes, particularly on a training basis. Performs other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 70 pounds, such as a jackhammer, is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to fumes, dust chemicals, biohazard materials and air contaminants. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, work in confined spaces, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. The base salary for this classification includes pay for potentially hazardous duties as listed in the essential job functions. Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; AND Two years of maintenance experience equivalent to the level of Maintenance Worker I . Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: The basic techniques, equipment and materials used in the maintenance of water systems, sewers and/or streets, as required by the program to which assigned. The safety procedures for operating equipment and power tools. The proper use and care of common hand tools. Work practices governing the maintenance and construction of municipal facilities such as streets, sewers, water lines, golf courses, and landscaped areas; Landscaped maintenance practices Ability to: Work effectively alone and as a member of a crew. Operate a dump truck or like mover vehicles requiring comparable skills. Operate pneumatic and power tools Locate utilities and understand Underground Service Alert (USA) procedures as required by the specific position. Safely perform heavy manual labor. Learn the operation of power tools and equipment and the performance of a variety of semi-skilled tasks. Learn to safely handle toxic materials. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Work effectively as a member of a crew. Act in a courteous and diplomatic manner with members of the public. Willingness to: Wear a uniform Perform on-call duty assignment and call-back work as required. License/Certificates: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record. Application and Selection Process APPLICATION PROCESS The application period closes on Monday, May 20, 2024 at 5:00pm (postmarks or faxes are not accepted). Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at https://sunnyvale.ca.gov , and click on 'City Jobs'. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral examination process scheduled for Thur sday, June 6, 2024 . (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources.) SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a selection interview with the department tentatively scheduled for the week of June 10, 2024. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employees Association (SEA) . For assistance on how to fill out your job application, watch the following video: How to Apply for a City of Sunnyvale Job - YouTube (5:13) The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association SEA Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 30, 2024
Full Time
Description UTILITY WORKER Golf Operations Division Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity The City of Sunnyvale is looking to fill the Utility Worker position with a team member that believes the impossible is possible. This person is driven to continuously make a positive impact in the organization and believes that as a team we accomplish more. As an organization, we are motivated to produce the highest level of service possible. Sunnyvale Golf Course is a par 70 regulation 18-hole course with numerous bunkers, dog legs and water holes. Sunnyvale is a well-manicured test of the player's skill stretching out to 6,255 yards. Sunken Gardens Golf Course is a 9-hole, 1,502-yard executive course. Sunken Gardens is ideal for the beginner golfer with ample practice facilities and shorter length holes. Working in the Public Works Department for the City of Sunnyvale as a Utility Worker provides an opportunity to improve the golf courses in the community and see the results of your work. All of this, plus a generous benefits package which includes a competitive salary, career development and training opportunities make the City of Sunnyvale a great place to work. This position opens on Monday, April 29, 2024, and the final filing date is Monday, May 20, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. or upon receipt of 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first. If interested in this position, you should apply as soon as possible as only the first 100 qualified and complete applications will be considered. You will be required to possess and present a valid California Class C driver's license at the time of appointment. For a complete job description, please click here: Utility Worker Under general supervision performs a variety of semiskilled and some skilled manual tasks in the construction, repair and maintenance of public works and parks facilities; does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions in this class are distinguished from those in maintenance worker by the requirement of the efficient operation of a dump truck, front end loader, light tractor with mower attachment or similar equipment on a production basis and requires a knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment of the department and/or division to which assigned. Essential Job Functions May include, but are not limited to, the following: In addition to the general duties listed below, the following duties are also performed in the Golf Operations Division: As a member of a crew, incumbents participate in the following crew activities, independently performing certain tasks as assigned. Operates various equipment involved in the maintenance of golf courses. Operates a light tractor with gang or sickle mower attachment, small roller or comparable attachment. Operates light equipment such as mowers, aerators, spray rigs, utility vehicles, backhoes, front-end loaders and dump trucks. Prunes small trees and shrubs Edges ground cover. Repairs irrigation, installs plant material, performs landscape construction duties. General: Operates various equipment involved in the maintenance of street, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, water distribution system, parks, street trees, or golf course. Operates equipment such as air compressors, pneumatic hammers, power activated hammers, chain saws, concrete saws, pipe cutters, sprayers, compactors, forklifts, painting and spraying equipment and rollers. Operates power tools such as air compressors, jack hammers, wet tapping machines and painting and spraying equipment; Loads, unloads and operates pick-ups and trucks to transport maintenance supplies and materials. Places traffic control flags, signs and cones to direct traffic around work sites; may direct traffic. Uses general carpentry and mechanical hand tools such as brooms, rakes, shovels, ladders, hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, saws, drills and wrenches. Performs routine maintenance and repair of hand and power tools. Tactfully responds to questions and comments from the public. Responsible for the safe operation of equipment and tools used. May prepare and keep written records and make material and equipment requests. May perform some tasks regularly assigned to senior level classes, particularly on a training basis. Performs other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 70 pounds, such as a jackhammer, is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to fumes, dust chemicals, biohazard materials and air contaminants. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, work in confined spaces, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. The base salary for this classification includes pay for potentially hazardous duties as listed in the essential job functions. Minimum Qualifications Education & Experience The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; AND Two years of maintenance experience equivalent to the level of Maintenance Worker I . Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: The basic techniques, equipment and materials used in the maintenance of water systems, sewers and/or streets, as required by the program to which assigned. The safety procedures for operating equipment and power tools. The proper use and care of common hand tools. Work practices governing the maintenance and construction of municipal facilities such as streets, sewers, water lines, golf courses, and landscaped areas; Landscaped maintenance practices Ability to: Work effectively alone and as a member of a crew. Operate a dump truck or like mover vehicles requiring comparable skills. Operate pneumatic and power tools Locate utilities and understand Underground Service Alert (USA) procedures as required by the specific position. Safely perform heavy manual labor. Learn the operation of power tools and equipment and the performance of a variety of semi-skilled tasks. Learn to safely handle toxic materials. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Work effectively as a member of a crew. Act in a courteous and diplomatic manner with members of the public. Willingness to: Wear a uniform Perform on-call duty assignment and call-back work as required. License/Certificates: Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record. Application and Selection Process APPLICATION PROCESS The application period closes on Monday, May 20, 2024 at 5:00pm (postmarks or faxes are not accepted). Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at https://sunnyvale.ca.gov , and click on 'City Jobs'. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral examination process scheduled for Thur sday, June 6, 2024 . (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources.) SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in a selection interview with the department tentatively scheduled for the week of June 10, 2024. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. original copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employees Association (SEA) . For assistance on how to fill out your job application, watch the following video: How to Apply for a City of Sunnyvale Job - YouTube (5:13) The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association SEA Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
City of Concord, CA
Concord, California, United States
Job Characteristics ***OPEN & PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY*** Lead Maintenance Collection System Worker The City of Concord is hiring one full-time Lead Maintenance Collection System Worker in the Infrastructure Division of the Public Works Department. This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. What you will be doing in this role: The Lead Maintenance Collection System Worker leads and trains Maintenance Collection System Workers, in addition to performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance including operational and repair tasks involved in the City’s wastewater collection system. We are looking for someone who: Has experience leading the work of others. Has knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices including those associated with working in confined spaces. Has knowledge of traffic control, pertinent regulations, principles and practices of customer service. Has technical knowledge of how equipment, machines, and systems work and how to keep them running efficiently. Has the ability to read maps, blue prints, and diagrams. Has the ability to work for extended periods of time in unfavorable weather conditions. Has a keen eye and attention to detail. Is highly organized and able to prioritize tasks. Is proactive in identifying problems and suggesting solutions. Has excellent written and oral communication skills and can provide clear information. Is comfortable working independently and as a team. Embraces and embodies the City’s Mission, Vision and Values . What we offer: The City of Concord offers the opportunity to take part in a collaborative and exciting work experience, where you can grow in your career while working alongside the community to make Concord a city of the highest quality. The City is an employer that invests in its employees’ professional and personal development, values work-life balance, is dedicated to employee wellness and provides numerous benefit and retirement options, to include the following: Participation in CalPERS pension, tiered based on date of hire A variety of health care plans or a cash-in-lieu benefit of $200 if waiving coverage City-paid dental insurance; employee-paid vision insurance Vacation accruals starting at 10 days per year, 12 days sick leave per year, and 11 paid holidays per year Generous tuition reimbursement plan 457 deferred compensation plans Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care and commuting costs Life and disability insurance A wellness program that offers yoga and fitness classes, annual health expos, health and nutrition education, as well as a variety of mental health resources *Salary is negotiable within the advertised range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found at www.cityofconcord.org . SELECTION PROCESS 1. Submit a completed City of Concord employment application, a current California DMV history report, and the required supplemental question responses online at www.cityofconcord.org . To obtain your DMV history report you may visit any DMV location and request a ten year driving history or you may submit a request online at www.dmv.ca.gov . The report must be dated after November 1, 2023 and show the current status of your driver's license. Candidates must have a clean driving record for the previous seven year period in order to qualify. 2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and only those candidates demonstrating the strongest desired qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a virtual panel interview. 3. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 months. Conviction History: If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord. Helpful tips when applying: It is important to carefully read the complete job bulletin before submitting your application so you are aware of all requirements of both the position and the process. When preparing your application, consider reviewing the job announcement and classification specification so that you may emphasize work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. Job duties should be an accurate reflection of the work you completed. Copying and pasting from your job description is not recommended as there may be duties listed that you did not perform. Answer all required supplemental questions completely and honestly. The information you put in the supplemental questionnaire must also be verified in your work history so if you say you have certain experience in the questionnaire, make sure we can see it listed in your job history as well so we know where you performed those functions and for how long. Carefully review your application prior to submittal to ensure its content is accurate and all required documents are attached, and submit it before the closing date. Examples of duties include, but are not limited to Leads and trains Maintenance Collection System Workers. Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, operational, and repair tasks involved in the City's wastewater collection system and lift stations. Cleans wastewater collection system, storm drains, flood control facilities and inlets; operates hydrocleaner and/or sewer vacuum truck to flush system; opens clogs in lines; cleans manholes, wet wells, and lift stations; assists with environmental cleanup and mitigation of damage; operates electrical snake to unplug mains and laterals; and raise and lower utility access points. Operates a variety of sewer cleaners, jet rodders, pressure washers, and TV inspection equipment in the inspection, maintenance and construction of sewer lines and laterals. Operates GPS equipment in order to locate, mark and survey sewer systems. Responds to trouble calls relating to City work during a stated off-work period as needed (i.e., standby duty); locates problems and operates sewer cleaning equipment to clear stoppages. Inspects sewage and storm water lift and pump stations; removes debris; disassembles and cleans pumps and performs minor repairs when necessary. Operates and maintains line inspection and video equipment to survey, open and repair lines; reviews plans and specifications for location of lines; uses equipment to determine concentration of hazardous gases; and calibrate, bump test and operate air monitoring devices. Inspects, maintains, and operates a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment including a backhoe and other related equipment; performs daily maintenance on trucks and related equipment. Inspects sewer laterals for new construction as necessary. Conducts traffic control when working in high traffic areas of the City; installs street barricades and cones prior to the performance of maintenance or repair activities; directs and controls traffic around work sites. As assigned, works with crew raising manholes, repairing sewer manholes, construction and repair of storm conduits, curbs, gutters and drainage facilities; assists in mixing concrete and executing necessary masonry work; installs, repairs and maintains water and sewer mains and lines; assists in constructing new sewer connections as well as repairing drains and sewer facilities; excavate trenches to line and grade, repair and install pipe, couplings and fittings. Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment including explaining collection maintenance procedures; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner. Prepares and maintains a variety of written records and reports; enters time and materials information into computer system. Attends training and safety meetings as necessary. Performs related duties as required. To view the full class specification for the position of Lead Maintenance Collection System Worker, please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/concord/classspecs . Qualifications Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of : Operational characteristics of a typical municipal wastewater collection system. Wastewater collection system preventative maintenance techniques and procedures. Tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of wastewater collection systems including hydrojetter/vacuum truck, and televising equipment. Traffic control practices and procedures. Basic principles and practices of record keeping. Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures. Ability to : Lead and train Maintenance Collection System Workers. Remain available for telephone contact and ready to respond to trouble calls relating to City work during a stated off-work period (i.e., standby duty). Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, operational, and repair tasks involved in the City's wastewater collection system and lift stations. Use and operate vehicles and equipment, hand tools, and power tools and equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner. Ensure safety around work areas in high traffic. Perform heavy manual labor. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Respond to collection system maintenance/repair emergencies. Read, understand and interpret maps, blue prints and diagrams. Prepare and maintain records including time and material use records. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education/Experience Education : A high school diploma or a graduate equivalency degree. Experience : Three years of fulltime verifiable experience performing duties equivalent to the City of Concord’s Maintenance Collection System Worker classification, of which must be one year of fulltime verifiable experience in a lead role. License or Certificate : Possession of a valid Class B California driver license with current Medical Certificate and no restriction on driving vehicles with air brakes and a satisfactory driving record that is acceptable to the City and/or its insurance carrier(s), are conditions of initial appointment. Possession of a valid Class A California driver license with current Medical Certificate and no restriction on driving vehicles with air brakes and a satisfactory driving record that is acceptable to the City and/or its insurance carrier(s within 12 months of initial appointment and continued employment. Possession of a valid California Water Environment Association certification as a Grade I Collection System Worker is a condition of initial appointment and continued employment. Possession of a valid California Water Environment Association certification as a Grade 2 Collection System Worker within 12 months of initial appointment and continued employment. Other This is a safety sensitive classification that will be subject to random DOT drug testing. The City of Concord takes pride in offering a generous benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our qualifying employees. For a complete overview, click here . Below is a brief listing of what the City offers: Dental & Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program Health Insurance Holidays Life Insurance Pre-tax Savings Benefits Retiree Medical (3 levels based on date of hire) Retirement Program Short-term Disability*and Long-term Disability Social Security/Medicare Vacation & Sick Leave *Not available for sworn personnel. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Job Characteristics ***OPEN & PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY*** Lead Maintenance Collection System Worker The City of Concord is hiring one full-time Lead Maintenance Collection System Worker in the Infrastructure Division of the Public Works Department. This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. What you will be doing in this role: The Lead Maintenance Collection System Worker leads and trains Maintenance Collection System Workers, in addition to performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance including operational and repair tasks involved in the City’s wastewater collection system. We are looking for someone who: Has experience leading the work of others. Has knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices including those associated with working in confined spaces. Has knowledge of traffic control, pertinent regulations, principles and practices of customer service. Has technical knowledge of how equipment, machines, and systems work and how to keep them running efficiently. Has the ability to read maps, blue prints, and diagrams. Has the ability to work for extended periods of time in unfavorable weather conditions. Has a keen eye and attention to detail. Is highly organized and able to prioritize tasks. Is proactive in identifying problems and suggesting solutions. Has excellent written and oral communication skills and can provide clear information. Is comfortable working independently and as a team. Embraces and embodies the City’s Mission, Vision and Values . What we offer: The City of Concord offers the opportunity to take part in a collaborative and exciting work experience, where you can grow in your career while working alongside the community to make Concord a city of the highest quality. The City is an employer that invests in its employees’ professional and personal development, values work-life balance, is dedicated to employee wellness and provides numerous benefit and retirement options, to include the following: Participation in CalPERS pension, tiered based on date of hire A variety of health care plans or a cash-in-lieu benefit of $200 if waiving coverage City-paid dental insurance; employee-paid vision insurance Vacation accruals starting at 10 days per year, 12 days sick leave per year, and 11 paid holidays per year Generous tuition reimbursement plan 457 deferred compensation plans Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care and commuting costs Life and disability insurance A wellness program that offers yoga and fitness classes, annual health expos, health and nutrition education, as well as a variety of mental health resources *Salary is negotiable within the advertised range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found at www.cityofconcord.org . SELECTION PROCESS 1. Submit a completed City of Concord employment application, a current California DMV history report, and the required supplemental question responses online at www.cityofconcord.org . To obtain your DMV history report you may visit any DMV location and request a ten year driving history or you may submit a request online at www.dmv.ca.gov . The report must be dated after November 1, 2023 and show the current status of your driver's license. Candidates must have a clean driving record for the previous seven year period in order to qualify. 2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and only those candidates demonstrating the strongest desired qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in a virtual panel interview. 3. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 months. Conviction History: If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord. Helpful tips when applying: It is important to carefully read the complete job bulletin before submitting your application so you are aware of all requirements of both the position and the process. When preparing your application, consider reviewing the job announcement and classification specification so that you may emphasize work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. Job duties should be an accurate reflection of the work you completed. Copying and pasting from your job description is not recommended as there may be duties listed that you did not perform. Answer all required supplemental questions completely and honestly. The information you put in the supplemental questionnaire must also be verified in your work history so if you say you have certain experience in the questionnaire, make sure we can see it listed in your job history as well so we know where you performed those functions and for how long. Carefully review your application prior to submittal to ensure its content is accurate and all required documents are attached, and submit it before the closing date. Examples of duties include, but are not limited to Leads and trains Maintenance Collection System Workers. Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, operational, and repair tasks involved in the City's wastewater collection system and lift stations. Cleans wastewater collection system, storm drains, flood control facilities and inlets; operates hydrocleaner and/or sewer vacuum truck to flush system; opens clogs in lines; cleans manholes, wet wells, and lift stations; assists with environmental cleanup and mitigation of damage; operates electrical snake to unplug mains and laterals; and raise and lower utility access points. Operates a variety of sewer cleaners, jet rodders, pressure washers, and TV inspection equipment in the inspection, maintenance and construction of sewer lines and laterals. Operates GPS equipment in order to locate, mark and survey sewer systems. Responds to trouble calls relating to City work during a stated off-work period as needed (i.e., standby duty); locates problems and operates sewer cleaning equipment to clear stoppages. Inspects sewage and storm water lift and pump stations; removes debris; disassembles and cleans pumps and performs minor repairs when necessary. Operates and maintains line inspection and video equipment to survey, open and repair lines; reviews plans and specifications for location of lines; uses equipment to determine concentration of hazardous gases; and calibrate, bump test and operate air monitoring devices. Inspects, maintains, and operates a variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment including a backhoe and other related equipment; performs daily maintenance on trucks and related equipment. Inspects sewer laterals for new construction as necessary. Conducts traffic control when working in high traffic areas of the City; installs street barricades and cones prior to the performance of maintenance or repair activities; directs and controls traffic around work sites. As assigned, works with crew raising manholes, repairing sewer manholes, construction and repair of storm conduits, curbs, gutters and drainage facilities; assists in mixing concrete and executing necessary masonry work; installs, repairs and maintains water and sewer mains and lines; assists in constructing new sewer connections as well as repairing drains and sewer facilities; excavate trenches to line and grade, repair and install pipe, couplings and fittings. Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment including explaining collection maintenance procedures; resolves complaints in an efficient and timely manner. Prepares and maintains a variety of written records and reports; enters time and materials information into computer system. Attends training and safety meetings as necessary. Performs related duties as required. To view the full class specification for the position of Lead Maintenance Collection System Worker, please visit www.governmentjobs.com/careers/concord/classspecs . Qualifications Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of : Operational characteristics of a typical municipal wastewater collection system. Wastewater collection system preventative maintenance techniques and procedures. Tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of wastewater collection systems including hydrojetter/vacuum truck, and televising equipment. Traffic control practices and procedures. Basic principles and practices of record keeping. Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures. Ability to : Lead and train Maintenance Collection System Workers. Remain available for telephone contact and ready to respond to trouble calls relating to City work during a stated off-work period (i.e., standby duty). Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance, operational, and repair tasks involved in the City's wastewater collection system and lift stations. Use and operate vehicles and equipment, hand tools, and power tools and equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner. Ensure safety around work areas in high traffic. Perform heavy manual labor. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Respond to collection system maintenance/repair emergencies. Read, understand and interpret maps, blue prints and diagrams. Prepare and maintain records including time and material use records. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education/Experience Education : A high school diploma or a graduate equivalency degree. Experience : Three years of fulltime verifiable experience performing duties equivalent to the City of Concord’s Maintenance Collection System Worker classification, of which must be one year of fulltime verifiable experience in a lead role. License or Certificate : Possession of a valid Class B California driver license with current Medical Certificate and no restriction on driving vehicles with air brakes and a satisfactory driving record that is acceptable to the City and/or its insurance carrier(s), are conditions of initial appointment. Possession of a valid Class A California driver license with current Medical Certificate and no restriction on driving vehicles with air brakes and a satisfactory driving record that is acceptable to the City and/or its insurance carrier(s within 12 months of initial appointment and continued employment. Possession of a valid California Water Environment Association certification as a Grade I Collection System Worker is a condition of initial appointment and continued employment. Possession of a valid California Water Environment Association certification as a Grade 2 Collection System Worker within 12 months of initial appointment and continued employment. Other This is a safety sensitive classification that will be subject to random DOT drug testing. The City of Concord takes pride in offering a generous benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our qualifying employees. For a complete overview, click here . Below is a brief listing of what the City offers: Dental & Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program Health Insurance Holidays Life Insurance Pre-tax Savings Benefits Retiree Medical (3 levels based on date of hire) Retirement Program Short-term Disability*and Long-term Disability Social Security/Medicare Vacation & Sick Leave *Not available for sworn personnel. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site. Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride! Department: WasteWater Utilities Employee Type: Probationary Time Type: Full time Salary Range: $19.7805 - $24.7257 Hourly / $41,143.44 - $51,429.46 Annually Job Posting Period: April 30, 2024 - May 11, 2024 12:00 A.M. Job Description: Overview To inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul pumps, machinery, electrical equipment, piping, meters and related mechanical equipment used in the City's facilities and systems. To operate one or more types of heavy maintenance equipment and automotive equipment in the operations and maintenance of Public Works infrastructure. Essential Functions Installs, maintains, modifies and repairs a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment in the City's water and wastewater collection, distribution, treatment and related facilities and systems, including, but not limited to, pumps, compressors, valves, motors, engines, controllers, conveyor systems, mechanical drives and related or similar systems and equipment. Performs scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and procedures on various mechanical and electrical components of the water and wastewater systems in addition to the maintenance of other equipment. Installs and maintains chemical feed systems, including chlorine, caustic soda, alum, methanol, deodorant, methane gas, polymer and/or aquashade systems. Inspects, records and utilizes charts, dial, gauges, meters and other monitors to determine pressure conditions, flow and feed rates and other operating conditions. Performs routine adjustments in response to monitoring results. Performs a variety of service activities relating to the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems, such as digging trenches for mains, excavating for services and hydrants, locating valves and blowouts in water mains and making repairs. Performs routine electric and/or acetylene welding, brazing and/or soldering repairs and fabrications as required. Checks, adjusts and maintains equipment service records. Prepares routine reports and maintains daily records and logs. Reads and interprets blueprints as required to repair, maintain or build equipment. Maintains inventory of equipment, spare parts and other required materials, initiates orders or recommendations for required parts and equipment or additional stock. May standby for and answer emergency calls to repair equipment on an "on call, 24 hour per day" basis. The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. One year experience in disciplines relating to public works operation and maintenance , or water utility operations and maintenance , or natural gas utility operations and maintenance, or general commercial or residential construction, or land clearing, or pipeline construction, or landscaping and irrigation, or plumbing, or metal fabrication or machining, or manufacturing, or farming or ranching, or building maintenance, or machine/equipment operation or maintenance, or warehouse/dock work, or other similar activities. Obtain a Level III Water Distribution License within 18 months of employment in position. Job Based Competencies Ability to tolerate, ascend and descend equipment with "high-rise" operators stations. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools used in the maintenance and repair of treatment facility machinery and related equipment. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, sketches, drawings, maps and blueprints. Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in the maintenance, servicing and repair of pumps, motors, gear drives and related water and wastewater treatment facilities machinery and equipment. Ability to locate, diagnose and evaluate causes of equipment failure. Ability to work overtime and/or be on call. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Public Works staff, staff of other City Departments and Offices and the general public. Responsibility Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. Generally no supervision is exercised; may occasionally direct the work of others on specific projects. Physical Requirements This position requires the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Work requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, standing, and crouching. Incumbent is subject to inside and outside activities with a variety of weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards, and atmospheric conditions. Visual acuity is required to operate automotive equipment and perform maintenance tasks. Worker is required to hear sufficiently to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment in performance of duties. Public Contact Good interpersonal skills are an important component of this position. Although public contact is limited, when such contacts occur, incumbent is expected to respond courteously and responsively to questions relating to the purpose and scope of repairs and similar questions. Other public contacts may be required from time to time to explain aspects of the operation and functioning of the City's Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities mechanical equipment and systems. Retirement Benefit The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving. NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity , Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view a copy of the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan . I f you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299. F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov
May 01, 2024
Full Time
All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site. Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride! Department: WasteWater Utilities Employee Type: Probationary Time Type: Full time Salary Range: $19.7805 - $24.7257 Hourly / $41,143.44 - $51,429.46 Annually Job Posting Period: April 30, 2024 - May 11, 2024 12:00 A.M. Job Description: Overview To inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul pumps, machinery, electrical equipment, piping, meters and related mechanical equipment used in the City's facilities and systems. To operate one or more types of heavy maintenance equipment and automotive equipment in the operations and maintenance of Public Works infrastructure. Essential Functions Installs, maintains, modifies and repairs a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment in the City's water and wastewater collection, distribution, treatment and related facilities and systems, including, but not limited to, pumps, compressors, valves, motors, engines, controllers, conveyor systems, mechanical drives and related or similar systems and equipment. Performs scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and procedures on various mechanical and electrical components of the water and wastewater systems in addition to the maintenance of other equipment. Installs and maintains chemical feed systems, including chlorine, caustic soda, alum, methanol, deodorant, methane gas, polymer and/or aquashade systems. Inspects, records and utilizes charts, dial, gauges, meters and other monitors to determine pressure conditions, flow and feed rates and other operating conditions. Performs routine adjustments in response to monitoring results. Performs a variety of service activities relating to the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems, such as digging trenches for mains, excavating for services and hydrants, locating valves and blowouts in water mains and making repairs. Performs routine electric and/or acetylene welding, brazing and/or soldering repairs and fabrications as required. Checks, adjusts and maintains equipment service records. Prepares routine reports and maintains daily records and logs. Reads and interprets blueprints as required to repair, maintain or build equipment. Maintains inventory of equipment, spare parts and other required materials, initiates orders or recommendations for required parts and equipment or additional stock. May standby for and answer emergency calls to repair equipment on an "on call, 24 hour per day" basis. The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. One year experience in disciplines relating to public works operation and maintenance , or water utility operations and maintenance , or natural gas utility operations and maintenance, or general commercial or residential construction, or land clearing, or pipeline construction, or landscaping and irrigation, or plumbing, or metal fabrication or machining, or manufacturing, or farming or ranching, or building maintenance, or machine/equipment operation or maintenance, or warehouse/dock work, or other similar activities. Obtain a Level III Water Distribution License within 18 months of employment in position. Job Based Competencies Ability to tolerate, ascend and descend equipment with "high-rise" operators stations. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools used in the maintenance and repair of treatment facility machinery and related equipment. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, sketches, drawings, maps and blueprints. Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in the maintenance, servicing and repair of pumps, motors, gear drives and related water and wastewater treatment facilities machinery and equipment. Ability to locate, diagnose and evaluate causes of equipment failure. Ability to work overtime and/or be on call. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Public Works staff, staff of other City Departments and Offices and the general public. Responsibility Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. Generally no supervision is exercised; may occasionally direct the work of others on specific projects. Physical Requirements This position requires the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Work requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, standing, and crouching. Incumbent is subject to inside and outside activities with a variety of weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards, and atmospheric conditions. Visual acuity is required to operate automotive equipment and perform maintenance tasks. Worker is required to hear sufficiently to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment in performance of duties. Public Contact Good interpersonal skills are an important component of this position. Although public contact is limited, when such contacts occur, incumbent is expected to respond courteously and responsively to questions relating to the purpose and scope of repairs and similar questions. Other public contacts may be required from time to time to explain aspects of the operation and functioning of the City's Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities mechanical equipment and systems. Retirement Benefit The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving. NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity , Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view a copy of the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan . I f you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299. F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov
All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site. Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride! Department: WasteWater Utilities Employee Type: Probationary Time Type: Full time Salary Range: $19.7805 - $24.7257 Hourly / $41,143.44 - $51,429.46 Annually Job Posting Period: April 30, 2024 - May 11, 2024 12:00 A.M. Job Description: Overview To inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul pumps, machinery, electrical equipment, piping, meters and related mechanical equipment used in the City's facilities and systems. To operate one or more types of heavy maintenance equipment and automotive equipment in the operations and maintenance of Public Works infrastructure. Essential Functions Installs, maintains, modifies and repairs a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment in the City's water and wastewater collection, distribution, treatment and related facilities and systems, including, but not limited to, pumps, compressors, valves, motors, engines, controllers, conveyor systems, mechanical drives and related or similar systems and equipment. Performs scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and procedures on various mechanical and electrical components of the water and wastewater systems in addition to the maintenance of other equipment. Installs and maintains chemical feed systems, including chlorine, caustic soda, alum, methanol, deodorant, methane gas, polymer and/or aquashade systems. Inspects, records and utilizes charts, dial, gauges, meters and other monitors to determine pressure conditions, flow and feed rates and other operating conditions. Performs routine adjustments in response to monitoring results. Performs a variety of service activities relating to the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems, such as digging trenches for mains, excavating for services and hydrants, locating valves and blowouts in water mains and making repairs. Performs routine electric and/or acetylene welding, brazing and/or soldering repairs and fabrications as required. Checks, adjusts and maintains equipment service records. Prepares routine reports and maintains daily records and logs. Reads and interprets blueprints as required to repair, maintain or build equipment. Maintains inventory of equipment, spare parts and other required materials, initiates orders or recommendations for required parts and equipment or additional stock. May standby for and answer emergency calls to repair equipment on an "on call, 24 hour per day" basis. The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. One year experience in disciplines relating to public works operation and maintenance , or water utility operations and maintenance , or natural gas utility operations and maintenance, or general commercial or residential construction, or land clearing, or pipeline construction, or landscaping and irrigation, or plumbing, or metal fabrication or machining, or manufacturing, or farming or ranching, or building maintenance, or machine/equipment operation or maintenance, or warehouse/dock work, or other similar activities. Obtain a Level III Water Distribution License within 18 months of employment in position. Job Based Competencies Ability to tolerate, ascend and descend equipment with "high-rise" operators stations. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools used in the maintenance and repair of treatment facility machinery and related equipment. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, sketches, drawings, maps and blueprints. Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in the maintenance, servicing and repair of pumps, motors, gear drives and related water and wastewater treatment facilities machinery and equipment. Ability to locate, diagnose and evaluate causes of equipment failure. Ability to work overtime and/or be on call. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Public Works staff, staff of other City Departments and Offices and the general public. Responsibility Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. Generally no supervision is exercised; may occasionally direct the work of others on specific projects. Physical Requirements This position requires the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Work requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, standing, and crouching. Incumbent is subject to inside and outside activities with a variety of weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards, and atmospheric conditions. Visual acuity is required to operate automotive equipment and perform maintenance tasks. Worker is required to hear sufficiently to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment in performance of duties. Public Contact Good interpersonal skills are an important component of this position. Although public contact is limited, when such contacts occur, incumbent is expected to respond courteously and responsively to questions relating to the purpose and scope of repairs and similar questions. Other public contacts may be required from time to time to explain aspects of the operation and functioning of the City's Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities mechanical equipment and systems. Retirement Benefit The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving. NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity , Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view a copy of the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan . I f you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299. F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov
May 01, 2024
Full Time
All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site. Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride! Department: WasteWater Utilities Employee Type: Probationary Time Type: Full time Salary Range: $19.7805 - $24.7257 Hourly / $41,143.44 - $51,429.46 Annually Job Posting Period: April 30, 2024 - May 11, 2024 12:00 A.M. Job Description: Overview To inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul pumps, machinery, electrical equipment, piping, meters and related mechanical equipment used in the City's facilities and systems. To operate one or more types of heavy maintenance equipment and automotive equipment in the operations and maintenance of Public Works infrastructure. Essential Functions Installs, maintains, modifies and repairs a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment in the City's water and wastewater collection, distribution, treatment and related facilities and systems, including, but not limited to, pumps, compressors, valves, motors, engines, controllers, conveyor systems, mechanical drives and related or similar systems and equipment. Performs scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and procedures on various mechanical and electrical components of the water and wastewater systems in addition to the maintenance of other equipment. Installs and maintains chemical feed systems, including chlorine, caustic soda, alum, methanol, deodorant, methane gas, polymer and/or aquashade systems. Inspects, records and utilizes charts, dial, gauges, meters and other monitors to determine pressure conditions, flow and feed rates and other operating conditions. Performs routine adjustments in response to monitoring results. Performs a variety of service activities relating to the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems, such as digging trenches for mains, excavating for services and hydrants, locating valves and blowouts in water mains and making repairs. Performs routine electric and/or acetylene welding, brazing and/or soldering repairs and fabrications as required. Checks, adjusts and maintains equipment service records. Prepares routine reports and maintains daily records and logs. Reads and interprets blueprints as required to repair, maintain or build equipment. Maintains inventory of equipment, spare parts and other required materials, initiates orders or recommendations for required parts and equipment or additional stock. May standby for and answer emergency calls to repair equipment on an "on call, 24 hour per day" basis. The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. One year experience in disciplines relating to public works operation and maintenance , or water utility operations and maintenance , or natural gas utility operations and maintenance, or general commercial or residential construction, or land clearing, or pipeline construction, or landscaping and irrigation, or plumbing, or metal fabrication or machining, or manufacturing, or farming or ranching, or building maintenance, or machine/equipment operation or maintenance, or warehouse/dock work, or other similar activities. Obtain a Level III Water Distribution License within 18 months of employment in position. Job Based Competencies Ability to tolerate, ascend and descend equipment with "high-rise" operators stations. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools used in the maintenance and repair of treatment facility machinery and related equipment. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, sketches, drawings, maps and blueprints. Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in the maintenance, servicing and repair of pumps, motors, gear drives and related water and wastewater treatment facilities machinery and equipment. Ability to locate, diagnose and evaluate causes of equipment failure. Ability to work overtime and/or be on call. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Public Works staff, staff of other City Departments and Offices and the general public. Responsibility Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. Generally no supervision is exercised; may occasionally direct the work of others on specific projects. Physical Requirements This position requires the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Work requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, standing, and crouching. Incumbent is subject to inside and outside activities with a variety of weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards, and atmospheric conditions. Visual acuity is required to operate automotive equipment and perform maintenance tasks. Worker is required to hear sufficiently to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment in performance of duties. Public Contact Good interpersonal skills are an important component of this position. Although public contact is limited, when such contacts occur, incumbent is expected to respond courteously and responsively to questions relating to the purpose and scope of repairs and similar questions. Other public contacts may be required from time to time to explain aspects of the operation and functioning of the City's Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities mechanical equipment and systems. Retirement Benefit The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving. NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity , Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view a copy of the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan . I f you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299. F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov
All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site. Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride! Department: WasteWater Utilities Employee Type: Probationary Time Type: Full time Salary Range: $19.7805 - $24.7257 Hourly / $41,143.44 - $51,429.46 Annually Job Posting Period: April 30, 2024 - May 11, 2024 12:00 A.M. Job Description: Overview To inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul pumps, machinery, electrical equipment, piping, meters and related mechanical equipment used in the City's facilities and systems. To operate one or more types of heavy maintenance equipment and automotive equipment in the operations and maintenance of Public Works infrastructure. Essential Functions Installs, maintains, modifies and repairs a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment in the City's water and wastewater collection, distribution, treatment and related facilities and systems, including, but not limited to, pumps, compressors, valves, motors, engines, controllers, conveyor systems, mechanical drives and related or similar systems and equipment. Performs scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and procedures on various mechanical and electrical components of the water and wastewater systems in addition to the maintenance of other equipment. Installs and maintains chemical feed systems, including chlorine, caustic soda, alum, methanol, deodorant, methane gas, polymer and/or aquashade systems. Inspects, records and utilizes charts, dial, gauges, meters and other monitors to determine pressure conditions, flow and feed rates and other operating conditions. Performs routine adjustments in response to monitoring results. Performs a variety of service activities relating to the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems, such as digging trenches for mains, excavating for services and hydrants, locating valves and blowouts in water mains and making repairs. Performs routine electric and/or acetylene welding, brazing and/or soldering repairs and fabrications as required. Checks, adjusts and maintains equipment service records. Prepares routine reports and maintains daily records and logs. Reads and interprets blueprints as required to repair, maintain or build equipment. Maintains inventory of equipment, spare parts and other required materials, initiates orders or recommendations for required parts and equipment or additional stock. May standby for and answer emergency calls to repair equipment on an "on call, 24 hour per day" basis. The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. One year experience in disciplines relating to public works operation and maintenance , or water utility operations and maintenance , or natural gas utility operations and maintenance, or general commercial or residential construction, or land clearing, or pipeline construction, or landscaping and irrigation, or plumbing, or metal fabrication or machining, or manufacturing, or farming or ranching, or building maintenance, or machine/equipment operation or maintenance, or warehouse/dock work, or other similar activities. Obtain a Level III Water Distribution License within 18 months of employment in position. Possession of and ability to maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License. Job Based Competencies Ability to tolerate, ascend and descend equipment with "high-rise" operators stations. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools used in the maintenance and repair of treatment facility machinery and related equipment. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, sketches, drawings, maps and blueprints. Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in the maintenance, servicing and repair of pumps, motors, gear drives and related water and wastewater treatment facilities machinery and equipment. Ability to locate, diagnose and evaluate causes of equipment failure. Ability to work overtime and/or be on call. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Public Works staff, staff of other City Departments and Offices and the general public. Responsibility Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. Generally no supervision is exercised; may occasionally direct the work of others on specific projects. Physical Requirements This position requires the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Work requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, standing, and crouching. Incumbent is subject to inside and outside activities with a variety of weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards, and atmospheric conditions. Visual acuity is required to operate automotive equipment and perform maintenance tasks. Worker is required to hear sufficiently to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment in performance of duties. Public Contact Good interpersonal skills are an important component of this position. Although public contact is limited, when such contacts occur, incumbent is expected to respond courteously and responsively to questions relating to the purpose and scope of repairs and similar questions. Other public contacts may be required from time to time to explain aspects of the operation and functioning of the City's Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities mechanical equipment and systems. Retirement Benefit The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving. NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity , Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view a copy of the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan . I f you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299. F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov
May 01, 2024
Full Time
All current City of Sarasota employees must apply to job postings on the internal career site. Come work at a place where employees of the City serve with Excellence and Pride! Department: WasteWater Utilities Employee Type: Probationary Time Type: Full time Salary Range: $19.7805 - $24.7257 Hourly / $41,143.44 - $51,429.46 Annually Job Posting Period: April 30, 2024 - May 11, 2024 12:00 A.M. Job Description: Overview To inspect, maintain, repair and overhaul pumps, machinery, electrical equipment, piping, meters and related mechanical equipment used in the City's facilities and systems. To operate one or more types of heavy maintenance equipment and automotive equipment in the operations and maintenance of Public Works infrastructure. Essential Functions Installs, maintains, modifies and repairs a wide variety of mechanical and electrical equipment in the City's water and wastewater collection, distribution, treatment and related facilities and systems, including, but not limited to, pumps, compressors, valves, motors, engines, controllers, conveyor systems, mechanical drives and related or similar systems and equipment. Performs scheduled preventative maintenance inspections and procedures on various mechanical and electrical components of the water and wastewater systems in addition to the maintenance of other equipment. Installs and maintains chemical feed systems, including chlorine, caustic soda, alum, methanol, deodorant, methane gas, polymer and/or aquashade systems. Inspects, records and utilizes charts, dial, gauges, meters and other monitors to determine pressure conditions, flow and feed rates and other operating conditions. Performs routine adjustments in response to monitoring results. Performs a variety of service activities relating to the water and wastewater distribution and collection systems, such as digging trenches for mains, excavating for services and hydrants, locating valves and blowouts in water mains and making repairs. Performs routine electric and/or acetylene welding, brazing and/or soldering repairs and fabrications as required. Checks, adjusts and maintains equipment service records. Prepares routine reports and maintains daily records and logs. Reads and interprets blueprints as required to repair, maintain or build equipment. Maintains inventory of equipment, spare parts and other required materials, initiates orders or recommendations for required parts and equipment or additional stock. May standby for and answer emergency calls to repair equipment on an "on call, 24 hour per day" basis. The intent of this class description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of classifications given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. One year experience in disciplines relating to public works operation and maintenance , or water utility operations and maintenance , or natural gas utility operations and maintenance, or general commercial or residential construction, or land clearing, or pipeline construction, or landscaping and irrigation, or plumbing, or metal fabrication or machining, or manufacturing, or farming or ranching, or building maintenance, or machine/equipment operation or maintenance, or warehouse/dock work, or other similar activities. Obtain a Level III Water Distribution License within 18 months of employment in position. Possession of and ability to maintain a valid State of Florida Driver's License. Job Based Competencies Ability to tolerate, ascend and descend equipment with "high-rise" operators stations. Skill in the use and maintenance of tools used in the maintenance and repair of treatment facility machinery and related equipment. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, sketches, drawings, maps and blueprints. Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in the maintenance, servicing and repair of pumps, motors, gear drives and related water and wastewater treatment facilities machinery and equipment. Ability to locate, diagnose and evaluate causes of equipment failure. Ability to work overtime and/or be on call. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other Public Works staff, staff of other City Departments and Offices and the general public. Responsibility Under the direction of and responsible to the Department Head or designated representative. Generally no supervision is exercised; may occasionally direct the work of others on specific projects. Physical Requirements This position requires the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently. Work requires considerable physical activity including walking, lifting, reaching, stooping, pulling, grasping, balancing, climbing, kneeling, standing, and crouching. Incumbent is subject to inside and outside activities with a variety of weather changes, noise, vibrations, job hazards, and atmospheric conditions. Visual acuity is required to operate automotive equipment and perform maintenance tasks. Worker is required to hear sufficiently to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Manual dexterity is required to operate equipment in performance of duties. Public Contact Good interpersonal skills are an important component of this position. Although public contact is limited, when such contacts occur, incumbent is expected to respond courteously and responsively to questions relating to the purpose and scope of repairs and similar questions. Other public contacts may be required from time to time to explain aspects of the operation and functioning of the City's Water and Wastewater Treatment Facilities mechanical equipment and systems. Retirement Benefit The City of Sarasota made the transition to become a Florida Retirement System (FRS) employer effective December 1, 2021. To learn more about what this benefit may mean for you, please visit MyFrs.com. Please note that if you are hired to work for the City of Sarasota as an FRS employer, you will be asked to complete a form to certify your FRS status, as there may be an impact to any FRS benefit you are already receiving. NOTE: The City of Sarasota is an Equal Employment Opportunity , Veteran, E-Verify and Drug Free Workplace employer. Click to view a copy of the City's Veterans Recruitment Plan . I f you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Jake Brown our ADA Coordinator. Jake can be reached via email at Jake.Brown@sarasotafl.gov or via phone at 941-263-6299. F or questions pertaining to general employment or job application status, please call 941-263-6476, or email HR@sarasotafl.gov
City of Vallejo
Vallejo, California, United States
Description THE POSITION This recruitment is being conducted to fill four full-time vacancies. The list established by this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and temporary vacancies for up to one year. The City of Vallejo is seeking candidates for four Senior Water Distribution Technician positions, as collaborative members of the City's Water Department. Senior Water Distribution Technicians are responsible for leading, overseeing, and participating in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for providing installation and maintenance services of water distribution systems. While not required, specialized training in or welding experience is highly desirable. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Senior Water Distribution Technician is the lead and advanced journey level in the series. It differs from Water Distribution Technician in that the Senior acts as the lead worker and performs duties and tasks that are the most complex and advanced in the water distribution maintenance field. The Senior Water Distribution Technician is distinguished from the Utility Supervisor in that the Senior only provides lead/direct supervision for the work performed on an assigned crew whereas the Supervisor is a full supervisory class responsible for the full range of direct supervisory responsibilities. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from a higher level supervisory or management position. Exercises technical and functional direct supervision over lower-level water distribution staff. THE DEPARTMENT The Vallejo Water Department is a dynamic organization engaged in growth and positive change for the benefit of our customers and community. The Department provides potable water to 121,000 customers through a highly complex system including multiple raw water sources, three treatment plants, a Sludge Dewatering Facility, 600 miles of distribution pipes, 8 pressure zones, 27 pump stations, and 37,000 service connections. Vallejo Water is a Treatment-5/Distribution-5 system. In 2017, Vallejo water services transitioned from a division of Public Works, to a standalone Water Department reporting directly to the City Manager. This change gives drinking water-related operations and issues greater visibility and strategic direction for the benefit of rate-payers. The Water Department's strategic goals include: infrastructure reliability, public trust, sustainability, organizational performance, and financial viability. The Water Department has six Divisions: Water Treatment, Engineering, Distribution, Watershed and Facilities Management, and Administration/Conservation. The Water Quality Division of the Water Department is an important stakeholder in projects unfolding in Vallejo and the Advance Water Treatment Plant Operator is a key member of the team. THE CITY OF VALLEJO The City of Vallejo is located in Solano County and has a population of approximately 121,000 residents. Vallejo is a rapidly changing, highly diverse community located midway between the cities of San Francisco and Sacramento. It is a friendly, active waterfront community that attracts innovative, hardworking people and takes great pride in its 148-year history and maritime heritage. Residents of Vallejo are situated to take advantage of the best of what the area has to offer. Golf, museums, performing arts, boutique shopping, brewpubs and a wide selection of restaurants are all available in Vallejo. Residents and visitors alike enjoy Vallejo's delightful historical downtown area, weekly downtown farmer's market, and beautifully restored Victorian homes and business facades. Vallejo is also home to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, one of America's only combination wildlife, oceanarium and theme parks. Essential Functions EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Lead, plan, train, and review the work of staff responsible for providing the installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance of water distribution systems. Plan, direct, and participate in the installation, connection, maintenance, repair, relocation and testing of water mains, service lines, meters, valves, pumps, f, valves, fire services and hydrants, taps, backflow prevention devices and other associated water distribution facilities, including tanks and reservoirs. Cut and fit pipes, make water main taps, detect leaks and notify customers; certify backflow devices. Survey various areas of the water distribution system; locate and repair leaks in water distribution lines; check for potential hazards or contamination; take appropriate action as required. Estimate time, materials, and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required. Train assigned employees in their area of work in maintenance and repair methods, techniques, and in the set-up and use of equipment. Operate construction equipment, power tools, and moderately heavy and light mechanical equipment including dump trucks, backhoe, wheel and track front-end loader, grader, paving machine, forklift, boom truck, compressors, jackhammer, tapping machine, wacker (compaction equipment), paint sprayers, sand-blasters, concrete saws, welding equipment and various other types of equipment; load, unload and operate pick-ups, trucks and truck-trailer combinations to transport maintenance supplies, materials, and equipment; maintain hand and power tools and assigned equipment; assign and/or perform preventative maintenance on equipment and tools as required. Assign the performance of preventative maintenance on equipment and tools as required. Perform heavy physical labor. Locate water-related infrastructure with electronic locating equipment. Perform welding on water mains and other equipment as required; perform welding in the cutting, repair and fabrication of equipment, tools, parts and fixtures. Perform light building maintenance on pump stations, plant buildings, tanks and reservoirs, including light carpentry, masonry and concrete work. Complete all paperwork related to work orders, work performed, resources ordered/used, timesheets, training reports, safety reports, etc. Ensure the adherence to safe work policies and procedures; utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed. Perform the full range of duties assigned in the assigned area of work. Oversee and verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications and safety protocols. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner by providing information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner. Participate in, respond to, and be available for emergency call-outs for periods of up to one week at a time. Respond to emergency call outs within one hour when assigned to standby duty. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Minimum Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of : Principles and practices of general water line installation and maintenance activities. Operations, services and activities of a water distribution system maintenance program including standard water sample collection. Principles of lead supervision and training. Methods and techniques of construction, maintenance, and repair related to the area of work assigned. Basic mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages. General use, purpose and maintenance of hand tools. Mechanical and hydraulic principles. Techniques, equipment and materials used in street and sidewalk maintenance and repair. Operational characteristics of mechanical equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned. Cutting torch principles and techniques. Occupational hazards and standard work safety practices necessary in the area of work assigned, including city policies and procedures and local, state and federal regulatory requirements regarding workplace safety. Local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to drinking water, storm water and any other similar water related mandates. Principles and procedures of record keeping. Computer use and associated programs used by the department. Ability to : Lead, organize, and review the work of water distribution staff in the area of work assigned. Independently perform the most difficult maintenance, construction, and repair work in the area of work assigned. Use, maintain, and repair automated and mechanical water meters. Participate in, respond to, and be available for emergency call outs for periods up to one week at a time. Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures within assigned crew. Operate a variety of equipment in a safe and effective manner. Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment as required. Work independently in the absence of supervision. Use, operate and care for hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Proficiently and safely operate construction equipment related to the construction trades; perform maintenance and repairs on tools and equipment. Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications, and technical manuals. Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties in water distribution facility repair and installation. Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions. Perform heavy manual labor. Apply good judgment and practical knowledge to resolve unusual or irregular problems in the area of work assigned. Perform duties in a manner to maximize public safety in the area of work assigned. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including the general public. Professionally and diplomatically respond to questions and comments from the public and city staff, including subordinates and superiors. Lift 100 pounds. Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience : Three years' experience performing journey level water distribution system work preferably within a public agency; OR, one year as a Water Distribution Technician with the City of Vallejo. Training : Specialized training in water distribution, operation, and maintenance may substitute for one year of the required experience. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class A driver license at the time of appointment. License must have the following endorsement: air brakes and manual transmission. Additional endorsements for tanker and hazmat at the time of appointment are highly desirable. Individuals must understand that the City may require Class A drivers acquire such additional endorsements during the course of their employment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Possession of a Backflow Prevention Device General Tester Certificate issued by the American Water Works Association California Nevada Section (AWWA-Cal-Nev. Section) and/or the Northern California Backflow Prevention Association (NCBPA). Possession of a Water Distribution Operator Grade D2 Certificate issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board. Possession of a Cross Connection Control Program Specialist Certificate issued by the American Water Works Association California Nevada Section (AWWA-Cal-Nev. Section) and/or the Northern California Backflow Prevention Association (NCBPA). *Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with City of Vallejo. For continued employment with City of Vallejo, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must be medically approved for wearing a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and remain shaven of facial hair at all times as required to wear respiratory protection equipment. Must maintain the ability to perform required duties while wearing SCBA. Must be able to work safety while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Work on an unscheduled basis for emergency situations; must be willing to work any day and any shift within a 24-hour period as assigned, including rotations, holidays, weekends and overtime as needed. Must be able to pass a stringent background check to enter the Travis Air Force Base Water facility. Additional Information SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Working Conditions Must possess physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the class, including sufficient physical agility to work in high or confined spaces. Must be willing to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and work overtime as needed. The Recruitment & Selection Process Applications are due by 5:00 P.M. on Monday, May 20, 2024. Applicants must submit a completed City of Vallejo online application, including all responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire (Resume/Cover Letter Optional), by the posted deadline in order to be considered. NOTE: If you have problems creating a user account, obtaining your already created account information, or submitting your online application, please contact governmentjobs.com applicant support directly at 855-524-5627. City of Vallejo staff are unable to assist with these issues. Applications will be screened for overall qualifications the week of May 20, 2024. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental responses scored by subject matter experts the week of May 20, 2024. The most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview. Oral Panel Interviews are tentatively scheduled to take place the week of June 10, 2024. Oral Panel Interviews are weighted at 100% of the candidates' score. Candidates must achieve a minimum passing score of 70%. Those achieving 70% or higher will be placed on the Register of Eligibles (eligible list) and may be considered to fill positions for up to one year. The City reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to those determined to be best qualified based upon all requested application materials, including training and experience, current resume, and responses to supplemental questions. Candidates placed on the Register of Eligibles (eligible list) will be referred to the department for final interviews based on their performance in the exam. The number of candidates referred for a hiring interview is at the discretion of the hiring department. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS The City of Vallejo is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, assessment or selection process may contact the Human Resources Department to request an accommodation. Please contact Sukari Dixon at (707) 648-4398 or send an email to: sukari.dixon@cityofvallejo.net no later than May 17, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. PRIOR TO HIRE The selected candidate will be required to: 1) Submit to reference checks 2) Submit to and successfully pass a pre-employment background check, including fingerprint check. 3) Successfully complete a job-related pre-placement medical exam. 4) Provide proof of legal right to work in the United States. Disaster Service Workers - All City of Vallejo ("City") employees are designated Disaster Service Workers ("DSW") by state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all DSW-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Veteran's Preference - Veteran's preference points will be applied in accordance with Civil Service Rule 24. A copy of the DD 214 form must be filed at time of application. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE ) - The City of Vallejo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Vallejo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Note: The provisions in this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Apr 23, 2024
Full Time
Description THE POSITION This recruitment is being conducted to fill four full-time vacancies. The list established by this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, limited term, and temporary vacancies for up to one year. The City of Vallejo is seeking candidates for four Senior Water Distribution Technician positions, as collaborative members of the City's Water Department. Senior Water Distribution Technicians are responsible for leading, overseeing, and participating in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for providing installation and maintenance services of water distribution systems. While not required, specialized training in or welding experience is highly desirable. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Senior Water Distribution Technician is the lead and advanced journey level in the series. It differs from Water Distribution Technician in that the Senior acts as the lead worker and performs duties and tasks that are the most complex and advanced in the water distribution maintenance field. The Senior Water Distribution Technician is distinguished from the Utility Supervisor in that the Senior only provides lead/direct supervision for the work performed on an assigned crew whereas the Supervisor is a full supervisory class responsible for the full range of direct supervisory responsibilities. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from a higher level supervisory or management position. Exercises technical and functional direct supervision over lower-level water distribution staff. THE DEPARTMENT The Vallejo Water Department is a dynamic organization engaged in growth and positive change for the benefit of our customers and community. The Department provides potable water to 121,000 customers through a highly complex system including multiple raw water sources, three treatment plants, a Sludge Dewatering Facility, 600 miles of distribution pipes, 8 pressure zones, 27 pump stations, and 37,000 service connections. Vallejo Water is a Treatment-5/Distribution-5 system. In 2017, Vallejo water services transitioned from a division of Public Works, to a standalone Water Department reporting directly to the City Manager. This change gives drinking water-related operations and issues greater visibility and strategic direction for the benefit of rate-payers. The Water Department's strategic goals include: infrastructure reliability, public trust, sustainability, organizational performance, and financial viability. The Water Department has six Divisions: Water Treatment, Engineering, Distribution, Watershed and Facilities Management, and Administration/Conservation. The Water Quality Division of the Water Department is an important stakeholder in projects unfolding in Vallejo and the Advance Water Treatment Plant Operator is a key member of the team. THE CITY OF VALLEJO The City of Vallejo is located in Solano County and has a population of approximately 121,000 residents. Vallejo is a rapidly changing, highly diverse community located midway between the cities of San Francisco and Sacramento. It is a friendly, active waterfront community that attracts innovative, hardworking people and takes great pride in its 148-year history and maritime heritage. Residents of Vallejo are situated to take advantage of the best of what the area has to offer. Golf, museums, performing arts, boutique shopping, brewpubs and a wide selection of restaurants are all available in Vallejo. Residents and visitors alike enjoy Vallejo's delightful historical downtown area, weekly downtown farmer's market, and beautifully restored Victorian homes and business facades. Vallejo is also home to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, one of America's only combination wildlife, oceanarium and theme parks. Essential Functions EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Lead, plan, train, and review the work of staff responsible for providing the installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance of water distribution systems. Plan, direct, and participate in the installation, connection, maintenance, repair, relocation and testing of water mains, service lines, meters, valves, pumps, f, valves, fire services and hydrants, taps, backflow prevention devices and other associated water distribution facilities, including tanks and reservoirs. Cut and fit pipes, make water main taps, detect leaks and notify customers; certify backflow devices. Survey various areas of the water distribution system; locate and repair leaks in water distribution lines; check for potential hazards or contamination; take appropriate action as required. Estimate time, materials, and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required. Train assigned employees in their area of work in maintenance and repair methods, techniques, and in the set-up and use of equipment. Operate construction equipment, power tools, and moderately heavy and light mechanical equipment including dump trucks, backhoe, wheel and track front-end loader, grader, paving machine, forklift, boom truck, compressors, jackhammer, tapping machine, wacker (compaction equipment), paint sprayers, sand-blasters, concrete saws, welding equipment and various other types of equipment; load, unload and operate pick-ups, trucks and truck-trailer combinations to transport maintenance supplies, materials, and equipment; maintain hand and power tools and assigned equipment; assign and/or perform preventative maintenance on equipment and tools as required. Assign the performance of preventative maintenance on equipment and tools as required. Perform heavy physical labor. Locate water-related infrastructure with electronic locating equipment. Perform welding on water mains and other equipment as required; perform welding in the cutting, repair and fabrication of equipment, tools, parts and fixtures. Perform light building maintenance on pump stations, plant buildings, tanks and reservoirs, including light carpentry, masonry and concrete work. Complete all paperwork related to work orders, work performed, resources ordered/used, timesheets, training reports, safety reports, etc. Ensure the adherence to safe work policies and procedures; utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed. Perform the full range of duties assigned in the assigned area of work. Oversee and verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications and safety protocols. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner by providing information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner. Participate in, respond to, and be available for emergency call-outs for periods of up to one week at a time. Respond to emergency call outs within one hour when assigned to standby duty. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Minimum Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of : Principles and practices of general water line installation and maintenance activities. Operations, services and activities of a water distribution system maintenance program including standard water sample collection. Principles of lead supervision and training. Methods and techniques of construction, maintenance, and repair related to the area of work assigned. Basic mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages. General use, purpose and maintenance of hand tools. Mechanical and hydraulic principles. Techniques, equipment and materials used in street and sidewalk maintenance and repair. Operational characteristics of mechanical equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned. Cutting torch principles and techniques. Occupational hazards and standard work safety practices necessary in the area of work assigned, including city policies and procedures and local, state and federal regulatory requirements regarding workplace safety. Local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to drinking water, storm water and any other similar water related mandates. Principles and procedures of record keeping. Computer use and associated programs used by the department. Ability to : Lead, organize, and review the work of water distribution staff in the area of work assigned. Independently perform the most difficult maintenance, construction, and repair work in the area of work assigned. Use, maintain, and repair automated and mechanical water meters. Participate in, respond to, and be available for emergency call outs for periods up to one week at a time. Interpret, explain and enforce department policies and procedures within assigned crew. Operate a variety of equipment in a safe and effective manner. Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment as required. Work independently in the absence of supervision. Use, operate and care for hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Proficiently and safely operate construction equipment related to the construction trades; perform maintenance and repairs on tools and equipment. Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications, and technical manuals. Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties in water distribution facility repair and installation. Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions. Perform heavy manual labor. Apply good judgment and practical knowledge to resolve unusual or irregular problems in the area of work assigned. Perform duties in a manner to maximize public safety in the area of work assigned. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including the general public. Professionally and diplomatically respond to questions and comments from the public and city staff, including subordinates and superiors. Lift 100 pounds. Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience : Three years' experience performing journey level water distribution system work preferably within a public agency; OR, one year as a Water Distribution Technician with the City of Vallejo. Training : Specialized training in water distribution, operation, and maintenance may substitute for one year of the required experience. License or Certificate Possession of a valid California Class A driver license at the time of appointment. License must have the following endorsement: air brakes and manual transmission. Additional endorsements for tanker and hazmat at the time of appointment are highly desirable. Individuals must understand that the City may require Class A drivers acquire such additional endorsements during the course of their employment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Possession of a Backflow Prevention Device General Tester Certificate issued by the American Water Works Association California Nevada Section (AWWA-Cal-Nev. Section) and/or the Northern California Backflow Prevention Association (NCBPA). Possession of a Water Distribution Operator Grade D2 Certificate issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board. Possession of a Cross Connection Control Program Specialist Certificate issued by the American Water Works Association California Nevada Section (AWWA-Cal-Nev. Section) and/or the Northern California Backflow Prevention Association (NCBPA). *Any license, certification, or registration required for this position shall be maintained (i.e. active and in good standing) at all times during employment with City of Vallejo. For continued employment with City of Vallejo, you must maintain such license, certification, or registration to meet the minimum qualifications of this position. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must be medically approved for wearing a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and remain shaven of facial hair at all times as required to wear respiratory protection equipment. Must maintain the ability to perform required duties while wearing SCBA. Must be able to work safety while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Work on an unscheduled basis for emergency situations; must be willing to work any day and any shift within a 24-hour period as assigned, including rotations, holidays, weekends and overtime as needed. Must be able to pass a stringent background check to enter the Travis Air Force Base Water facility. Additional Information SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Working Conditions Must possess physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the class, including sufficient physical agility to work in high or confined spaces. Must be willing to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and work overtime as needed. The Recruitment & Selection Process Applications are due by 5:00 P.M. on Monday, May 20, 2024. Applicants must submit a completed City of Vallejo online application, including all responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire (Resume/Cover Letter Optional), by the posted deadline in order to be considered. NOTE: If you have problems creating a user account, obtaining your already created account information, or submitting your online application, please contact governmentjobs.com applicant support directly at 855-524-5627. City of Vallejo staff are unable to assist with these issues. Applications will be screened for overall qualifications the week of May 20, 2024. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental responses scored by subject matter experts the week of May 20, 2024. The most qualified applicants from the scoring of the supplemental questions will be invited for an Oral Panel Interview. Oral Panel Interviews are tentatively scheduled to take place the week of June 10, 2024. Oral Panel Interviews are weighted at 100% of the candidates' score. Candidates must achieve a minimum passing score of 70%. Those achieving 70% or higher will be placed on the Register of Eligibles (eligible list) and may be considered to fill positions for up to one year. The City reserves the right to limit the number of candidates to those determined to be best qualified based upon all requested application materials, including training and experience, current resume, and responses to supplemental questions. Candidates placed on the Register of Eligibles (eligible list) will be referred to the department for final interviews based on their performance in the exam. The number of candidates referred for a hiring interview is at the discretion of the hiring department. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS The City of Vallejo is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, assessment or selection process may contact the Human Resources Department to request an accommodation. Please contact Sukari Dixon at (707) 648-4398 or send an email to: sukari.dixon@cityofvallejo.net no later than May 17, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. PRIOR TO HIRE The selected candidate will be required to: 1) Submit to reference checks 2) Submit to and successfully pass a pre-employment background check, including fingerprint check. 3) Successfully complete a job-related pre-placement medical exam. 4) Provide proof of legal right to work in the United States. Disaster Service Workers - All City of Vallejo ("City") employees are designated Disaster Service Workers ("DSW") by state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all DSW-related training as assigned and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. Veteran's Preference - Veteran's preference points will be applied in accordance with Civil Service Rule 24. A copy of the DD 214 form must be filed at time of application. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE ) - The City of Vallejo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Vallejo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. Note: The provisions in this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Closing Date/Time: 5/20/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
City of Los Angeles
City Of Los Angeles, California, United States
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $80,805 to $100,411; $85,211 to $111,242; and $105,840 to $117,407 NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to http://per.lacity.org/Reciprocity_CityDepts_and_DWP.pdf . An Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic constructs, maintains, and repairs underground ducts, maintenance holes, and vaults. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) One year of full-time paid experience as a Maintenance Laborer, Maintenance and Construction Helper, or Electrical Craft Helper with the City of Los Angeles; or One year full-time paid experience in maintenance and construction work involving pipeline construction, asphalt work, electrical conduit construction, or concrete and cement work or carpentry; or One year of full-time paid experience as a Utility Pre-Craft Trainee with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, with: six months in the Underground Construction Mechanic trade, or working on a district crew in Power Distribution overhead and underground, or with Water Distribution, or One year full-time paid experience in maintenance and construction work involving pipeline construction, asphalt work, electrical conduit construction, or concrete and cement work or carpentry while in the United States Armed Forces. PROCESS NOTES In addition to the regular City application, all applicants must complete an Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Qualifications Questionnaire at the time of filing. The Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Qualifications Questionnaire is located within the Supplemental Questions section of the City application. Applicants who fail to complete the Qualifications Questionnaire will not be considered further in this examination, and their application will not be processed. All entry-level positions are temporary training positions as defined in Civil Service Commission Rule 5.30. An Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic must successfully complete an extensive on-the-job and classroom training program within twenty-four (24) months in order to receive an appointment to a regular Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic journey-level position.Trainees receive extensive classroom training as well as on the job training as an Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Trainee.Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Trainees are required to utilize various tools and equipment while working in a confined area of an underground vault, do heavy manual labor, climb ladders, install trench shoring, navigate around trench jacks in confined areas, and operate jackhammers and other pneumatic tools.Applicants filing using City of Los Angeles experience for Requirement #3 must submit a "Verification of Work Experience" (VWE) form with the required signatures, verifying their experience in the areas noted above. The VWE form may be obtained online at http://per.lacity.org/exams/vwe-sup.pdf . Applicants may attach the completed VWE form to their on-line application at the time of filing, or will have seven (7) calendar days from the online submission date to email a copy of their completed VWE form, including the required signatures to: per.appdocs@lacity.org . The subject line of your email must include the exam title, your name and indicate it is a VWE. In the body of your email, you must also include your first and last name, last four digits of your Social Security Number and contact phone number. Applicants who fail to submit their signed VWE form within the time required will not be considered further in this examination and their application will not be processed.Active United States Military personnel may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until they have completed their military service and have been discharged with satisfactory performance. Proof of military service and satisfactory performance must be provided prior to appointment.Applicants filing under Requirement #4 must submit at the time of filing their application a copy of their DD-214 or a copy of their military identification indicating End of Active Obligated Service (EAOS) date within six months from the application date. The copy of the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the copy is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted it. Applicants who fail to submit the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.A valid unrestricted California driver's license is required. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI).A valid California Class "B" commercial driver's license with a current medical certificate approved by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles is required to be obtained and maintained during the temporary training period and prior to appointment to a journey-level position. All Underground Distribution Construction Mechanics are required to drive commercial vehicles.Applicants residing outside the State of California may apply with a valid and unrestricted driver's license at the time of hiring, and a valid California driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintained during the course of employment.See the corresponding "Job Preview" for additional information regarding the duties of an Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic in a trainee and/or journey-level position. The Job Preview is available on-line at http://per.lacity.org/exams/UndergroundDistributionConstructionMechanic.pdf . SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training in one of more of the following areas. Only those persons who meet the requirement stated below may be considered for appointment to fill such positions by the Department of Water and Power: Possession, at the time of appointment, of a "Journey-level Certification Number" issued by the Department of Water and Power. Journey-level Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic constructs, maintains, and repairs underground ducts, maintenance structures, vaults, concrete curbs, gutters, and sidewalks, or may act as a lead worker in such work; performs concrete work in and around hazardous working conditions such as energized duct lines and vaults, including locating, breaking, and chipping of concrete that encases energized cables up to and including 345kV circuitry; and performs related work. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION NOTES: Three years of full-time paid experience in a position which provides experience in maintenance and construction work involving pipeline construction, asphalt work, electrical conduit construction, or concrete and cement work or carpentry will be required in order to take the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Apprenticeship Final Performance Test administered by the Department of Water and Power. Those who attain a passing score on this Performance Test will receive a "Journey Level Certification Number" issued by the Department of Water and Power that is required to be considered for Selective Certification.Selective Certification will be used to fill a limited number of regular "journey-level" vacant positions in the Department of Water and Power directly from the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic eligible list. Only those applicants who wish to be considered for appointment to these limited number of regular "journey-level" Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic positions need to check the Selective Certification box on their City application.It is anticipated that a significant number of individuals will be interested in the limited number of available regular "journey-level" position as described in Note 2. Therefore, only those applicants possessing the greatest likelihood of successfully performing the duties of a journey-level Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic as determined by an Expert Review Panel evaluation of the qualifications provided in the applicant's City application and Qualifications Questionnaire will be invited to take the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Apprenticeship Final Performance Test.Participation in Selective Certification is optional and voluntary. If you do not wish to be considered for the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic journey-level positions, you will be considered for the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic trainee positions.Selective Certification and the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Apprenticeship Final Performance Test may not be available for every test administration. They will only be available periodically, based solely on the Department of Water and Power's hiring need to fill regular "journey-level" positions directly from the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic eligible list. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity . NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below: From 8:00 a.m. Friday, December 9, 2022 to 11:59 p.m. Thursday, December 22, 2022 The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the "Application Deadline" section of this bulletin. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Los Angeles City Promotional applicants who meet the minimum requirements. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to apply for this examination as a promotional candidate; 2) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles on a part-time or exempt basis who meet the minimum requirements; 3) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs in the order that applications were received or by qualifications review. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period's selection process. QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW Should a large number of qualified candidates file for this examination, each candidate's qualifications for the position of Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic may be evaluated based on the candidate's Qualifications Questionnaire. Those candidates considered possessing the greatest likelihood of successfully performing the duties of an Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic based solely on the information submitted for qualifications review will continue in the selection process. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weight: Multiple-choice Test - 100% The examination score will be based entirely on a multiple-choice test. In the multiple-choice test, emphasis may be placed on the candidate's experience, training, and professional development as they have provided the knowledge of: operation and minor maintenance of power tools and hand tools; materials used in form construction; use and maintenance of a variety of tools, materials and equipment used in a large range of construction activities, such as Portland cement, concrete and cement grout work, asphalt work, excavation and breaking of concrete; methods, procedures, tools, materials, and equipment used in electrical conduit work, and digging, shoring, and cribbing; rigging techniques, including hoisting and proper use of slings, knots, ropes, and cables; standard hand signals used in construction work; survey markings and symbols used to locate underground facilities; procedures and equipment used to test explosive gases; basic first aid practices and procedures; traffic control methods for construction activities; and the ability to perform basic arithmetic; read and interpret construction plans and diagrams for maintenance holes, vaults, and conduit lines; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities. The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test as instructed from a remote location using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the multiple-choice test and advisory essay on-line. It is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered at a later date to be determined. It is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between Tuesday, February 7, 2023 and Monday, February 13, 2023. Candidates who do not complete and submit the remote proctored multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time as instructed will not be considered further in this examination. Additional test dates may be added as needed. For detailed Information regarding the process for completing the multiple-choice test on-line, visit https://per.lacity.org/jobs/online-testing/remote-proctored.html . Due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility. SCORE BANDING The scores in the multiple-choice test will be reported in bands that reflect candidates' performance in the multiple-choice test. Seniority credit for promotional candidates and veteran credit for open candidates who attain a final passing score will be added to the banded scores of each candidate. The specific range of each band will be determined by Personnel Department staff after the multiple-choice test is administered. Consideration will be given to the number of candidates taking the multiple-choice test and the existing and anticipated number of vacancies, such that there are a sufficient number of eligibles on the list to satisfy current and future vacancies for the next two years. Therefore, the Final General Average for the Underground Distribution Mechanic examination will consist of the banded score after adding seniority credits for promotional candidates or veteran credits for open candidates who attained a final passing score. General information regarding on-line testing can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/online-testing.html . FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html . NOTICE : Test dates may be postponed in order to help protect the safety of our candidates and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department if the anticipated multiple-choice test dates are postponed. NOTES : This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate review. You may take the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic multiple-choice test only once every 24 months under this bulletin. If you have taken the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic multiple-choice test during an open filing period in the Personnel Department within the last 24 months under this bulletin, you may not file for this examination at this time. Based on City policy, before being hired in this position, you may be required to undergo a drug and alcohol-screening test. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf .Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding seniority credit at the rate of 0.25 of a point for each year of continuous classified City service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates. A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to file on a promotional basis.Your rank on the eligible list may change as scores of candidates from other administrations of this examination are merged onto one list.In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who have received a regular appointment to a City position or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open candidates.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time:
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $80,805 to $100,411; $85,211 to $111,242; and $105,840 to $117,407 NOTES : Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to http://per.lacity.org/Reciprocity_CityDepts_and_DWP.pdf . An Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic constructs, maintains, and repairs underground ducts, maintenance holes, and vaults. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) One year of full-time paid experience as a Maintenance Laborer, Maintenance and Construction Helper, or Electrical Craft Helper with the City of Los Angeles; or One year full-time paid experience in maintenance and construction work involving pipeline construction, asphalt work, electrical conduit construction, or concrete and cement work or carpentry; or One year of full-time paid experience as a Utility Pre-Craft Trainee with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, with: six months in the Underground Construction Mechanic trade, or working on a district crew in Power Distribution overhead and underground, or with Water Distribution, or One year full-time paid experience in maintenance and construction work involving pipeline construction, asphalt work, electrical conduit construction, or concrete and cement work or carpentry while in the United States Armed Forces. PROCESS NOTES In addition to the regular City application, all applicants must complete an Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Qualifications Questionnaire at the time of filing. The Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Qualifications Questionnaire is located within the Supplemental Questions section of the City application. Applicants who fail to complete the Qualifications Questionnaire will not be considered further in this examination, and their application will not be processed. All entry-level positions are temporary training positions as defined in Civil Service Commission Rule 5.30. An Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic must successfully complete an extensive on-the-job and classroom training program within twenty-four (24) months in order to receive an appointment to a regular Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic journey-level position.Trainees receive extensive classroom training as well as on the job training as an Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Trainee.Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Trainees are required to utilize various tools and equipment while working in a confined area of an underground vault, do heavy manual labor, climb ladders, install trench shoring, navigate around trench jacks in confined areas, and operate jackhammers and other pneumatic tools.Applicants filing using City of Los Angeles experience for Requirement #3 must submit a "Verification of Work Experience" (VWE) form with the required signatures, verifying their experience in the areas noted above. The VWE form may be obtained online at http://per.lacity.org/exams/vwe-sup.pdf . Applicants may attach the completed VWE form to their on-line application at the time of filing, or will have seven (7) calendar days from the online submission date to email a copy of their completed VWE form, including the required signatures to: per.appdocs@lacity.org . The subject line of your email must include the exam title, your name and indicate it is a VWE. In the body of your email, you must also include your first and last name, last four digits of your Social Security Number and contact phone number. Applicants who fail to submit their signed VWE form within the time required will not be considered further in this examination and their application will not be processed.Active United States Military personnel may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until they have completed their military service and have been discharged with satisfactory performance. Proof of military service and satisfactory performance must be provided prior to appointment.Applicants filing under Requirement #4 must submit at the time of filing their application a copy of their DD-214 or a copy of their military identification indicating End of Active Obligated Service (EAOS) date within six months from the application date. The copy of the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the copy is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted it. Applicants who fail to submit the DD-214 or military identification with EAOS at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.A valid unrestricted California driver's license is required. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI).A valid California Class "B" commercial driver's license with a current medical certificate approved by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles is required to be obtained and maintained during the temporary training period and prior to appointment to a journey-level position. All Underground Distribution Construction Mechanics are required to drive commercial vehicles.Applicants residing outside the State of California may apply with a valid and unrestricted driver's license at the time of hiring, and a valid California driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and maintained during the course of employment.See the corresponding "Job Preview" for additional information regarding the duties of an Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic in a trainee and/or journey-level position. The Job Preview is available on-line at http://per.lacity.org/exams/UndergroundDistributionConstructionMechanic.pdf . SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training in one of more of the following areas. Only those persons who meet the requirement stated below may be considered for appointment to fill such positions by the Department of Water and Power: Possession, at the time of appointment, of a "Journey-level Certification Number" issued by the Department of Water and Power. Journey-level Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic constructs, maintains, and repairs underground ducts, maintenance structures, vaults, concrete curbs, gutters, and sidewalks, or may act as a lead worker in such work; performs concrete work in and around hazardous working conditions such as energized duct lines and vaults, including locating, breaking, and chipping of concrete that encases energized cables up to and including 345kV circuitry; and performs related work. SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION NOTES: Three years of full-time paid experience in a position which provides experience in maintenance and construction work involving pipeline construction, asphalt work, electrical conduit construction, or concrete and cement work or carpentry will be required in order to take the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Apprenticeship Final Performance Test administered by the Department of Water and Power. Those who attain a passing score on this Performance Test will receive a "Journey Level Certification Number" issued by the Department of Water and Power that is required to be considered for Selective Certification.Selective Certification will be used to fill a limited number of regular "journey-level" vacant positions in the Department of Water and Power directly from the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic eligible list. Only those applicants who wish to be considered for appointment to these limited number of regular "journey-level" Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic positions need to check the Selective Certification box on their City application.It is anticipated that a significant number of individuals will be interested in the limited number of available regular "journey-level" position as described in Note 2. Therefore, only those applicants possessing the greatest likelihood of successfully performing the duties of a journey-level Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic as determined by an Expert Review Panel evaluation of the qualifications provided in the applicant's City application and Qualifications Questionnaire will be invited to take the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Apprenticeship Final Performance Test.Participation in Selective Certification is optional and voluntary. If you do not wish to be considered for the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic journey-level positions, you will be considered for the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic trainee positions.Selective Certification and the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Apprenticeship Final Performance Test may not be available for every test administration. They will only be available periodically, based solely on the Department of Water and Power's hiring need to fill regular "journey-level" positions directly from the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic eligible list. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity . NOTE : Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter. Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed below: From 8:00 a.m. Friday, December 9, 2022 to 11:59 p.m. Thursday, December 22, 2022 The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. Filing periods may change without prior notice or additional dates may be added, as needed, at a later date. For administrative purposes, filing will close periodically and reopen on the dates noted in the "Application Deadline" section of this bulletin. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Los Angeles City Promotional applicants who meet the minimum requirements. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to apply for this examination as a promotional candidate; 2) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles on a part-time or exempt basis who meet the minimum requirements; 3) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs in the order that applications were received or by qualifications review. Applicants not selected to be tested may re-apply in a subsequent filing period in order to be considered for that period's selection process. QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW Should a large number of qualified candidates file for this examination, each candidate's qualifications for the position of Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic may be evaluated based on the candidate's Qualifications Questionnaire. Those candidates considered possessing the greatest likelihood of successfully performing the duties of an Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic based solely on the information submitted for qualifications review will continue in the selection process. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weight: Multiple-choice Test - 100% The examination score will be based entirely on a multiple-choice test. In the multiple-choice test, emphasis may be placed on the candidate's experience, training, and professional development as they have provided the knowledge of: operation and minor maintenance of power tools and hand tools; materials used in form construction; use and maintenance of a variety of tools, materials and equipment used in a large range of construction activities, such as Portland cement, concrete and cement grout work, asphalt work, excavation and breaking of concrete; methods, procedures, tools, materials, and equipment used in electrical conduit work, and digging, shoring, and cribbing; rigging techniques, including hoisting and proper use of slings, knots, ropes, and cables; standard hand signals used in construction work; survey markings and symbols used to locate underground facilities; procedures and equipment used to test explosive gases; basic first aid practices and procedures; traffic control methods for construction activities; and the ability to perform basic arithmetic; read and interpret construction plans and diagrams for maintenance holes, vaults, and conduit lines; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities. The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test as instructed from a remote location using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the multiple-choice test and advisory essay on-line. It is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered at a later date to be determined. It is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between Tuesday, February 7, 2023 and Monday, February 13, 2023. Candidates who do not complete and submit the remote proctored multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time as instructed will not be considered further in this examination. Additional test dates may be added as needed. For detailed Information regarding the process for completing the multiple-choice test on-line, visit https://per.lacity.org/jobs/online-testing/remote-proctored.html . Due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements, only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility. SCORE BANDING The scores in the multiple-choice test will be reported in bands that reflect candidates' performance in the multiple-choice test. Seniority credit for promotional candidates and veteran credit for open candidates who attain a final passing score will be added to the banded scores of each candidate. The specific range of each band will be determined by Personnel Department staff after the multiple-choice test is administered. Consideration will be given to the number of candidates taking the multiple-choice test and the existing and anticipated number of vacancies, such that there are a sufficient number of eligibles on the list to satisfy current and future vacancies for the next two years. Therefore, the Final General Average for the Underground Distribution Mechanic examination will consist of the banded score after adding seniority credits for promotional candidates or veteran credits for open candidates who attained a final passing score. General information regarding on-line testing can be obtained by going to https://per.lacity.org/jobs/online-testing.html . FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html . NOTICE : Test dates may be postponed in order to help protect the safety of our candidates and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department if the anticipated multiple-choice test dates are postponed. NOTES : This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate review. You may take the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic multiple-choice test only once every 24 months under this bulletin. If you have taken the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic multiple-choice test during an open filing period in the Personnel Department within the last 24 months under this bulletin, you may not file for this examination at this time. Based on City policy, before being hired in this position, you may be required to undergo a drug and alcohol-screening test. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf .Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding seniority credit at the rate of 0.25 of a point for each year of continuous classified City service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates. A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to file on a promotional basis.Your rank on the eligible list may change as scores of candidates from other administrations of this examination are merged onto one list.In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who have received a regular appointment to a City position or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open candidates.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf . Notice : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time: