City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Four ten-hour shifts: Mon - Thurs 6AM - 4:30 PM or Tues - Fri 6AM - 4:30 PM - Shift To Be Determined Later. Work Location: 2010 North Interstate Ave, Portland, OR 97227 Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Union Representation: This classification is represented by the District of Council Trade Union (DCTU). To view current labor agreements, please visit here . Applicants start at the entry salary rate . If you are a DCTU represented employee, see labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative. The Operating Engineer II is part of a broad classification that includes promotional opportunities: Operating Engineer I: Pay range $31.49 - $34.61 hourly Operating Engineer II: Pay range $35.78 - $44.51 hourly Operating Engineer III: Pay range $38.75 - $47.09 hourly This classification offers premium pay for water certifications that are higher than the classification requires; and other instances as noted in the DCTU contract. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. The City of Portland is looking for a Water Systems Operator (Operating Engineer II)! The Water Systems Operator performs independently the full range of technical and mechanical duties in the ongoing operation, maintenance, and repair of pumps, motors, tanks, reservoirs, hydraulically operated valves, treatment systems, and other plant facilities in the City's potable water s ystem. Duties and responsibilities include: Inspection, maintenance, repair, and operation of water distribution facilities in the Water Bureau. Operation and maintenance of pump stations, tanks, reservoirs, transmission mains, and regulators. Maintenance of micro-hydro generation units and the well-field supply system. Performing chemical treatment and analysis of potable and non-potable water A preventative maintenance program of rotating equipment including Vibration Analysis. Reading technical manuals, including detailed equipment specifications, a variety of equipment diagrams and schematics, building and water system blueprints; and math calculations. Calculating chemical additions, water volume, and rates of flow; collecting and conducting accurate water sampling analysis using analog and digital data-collection equipment, determining operational problems, and, acting quickly and decisively in bringing the system back to a normal state. Make adjustments in water flow and corresponding chemical adjustments, and operate water control center facilities on assigned shifts. As a person, you are: Safety Conscious: you incorporate public safety and staff safety as top priorities in every decision. Dedicated : you are focused on the task at hand despite competing priorities Flexible/Adaptable : : youcan look at established processes and identify and implement changes and improvements A Problem Solver : you can combine your understanding of drinking water treatment operations and maintenance as well as safety regulations to develop solutions that reliably and safely produce drinking water for the community. Please note: On an as-needed basis on a 24/7 /365 schedule. Operating Engineers II must be available for all shifts, including the graveyard in the Water Control Center. Work Site Information: you are required to work in confined spaces and underground facilities as deep as 40 feet; climb -and work on elevated water storage facilities at heights up to 160 feet, and lift to 50 lbs. About the Bureau: The Portland Water Bureau's 600+ employees work together to serve almost a million people in the Portland area. The bureau values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. Our mission: We serve excellent water every minute of every day. Our vision: The water our community loves is safe and abundant for generations to come. Our equity commitment: We work to uproot systemic inequities and their impacts on our employees and the people we serve. We commit to the difficult-and essential-work of transforming Water Bureau policies, practices, and culture to better serve historically and currently oppressed communities. More Information about the bureau: www.portlandoregon.gov/water Questions? Anna Morgan, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Anna.Morgan@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their résumé and answers to supplemental questions how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: Experience operating drinking water distribution facilities per state and federal regulations. Experience operating drinking water treatment facilities per state and federal regulations. Experience with the mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting of water service pumps, valves, pressure regulators, meters, and related equipment. Experience applying the Oregon Health Authority, DEQ, and OSHA regulations pertaining to water distribution and treatment systems. Experience operating computers and related equipment including MS Office and CMMS work order applications. Experience operating water distribution and water treatment systems through electronic and computerized SCADA (Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition systems). Applicants must also possess: A valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Oregon Health Authority, Water Distribution Operator Certification--Level II ( Applicants from the state of Oregon must possess this certification at the time of appointment) Oregon Health Authority, Water Treatment Operator Certification--Level I Ability to pass pre-hire evaluation exam Desired Qualifications: Although not required, an ideal candidate may have the following: CPR-First Aide certification Lockout Tagout certification Fall prevention certification Confined Space certification HAZMAT certification The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online starting March 25, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answers to Supplemental Questions Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: Your answers to the Supplemental Questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your résumé should support the details described in your answers to the supplemental questions. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Every two - three weeks until position is filled An evaluation of each applicant's training, paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their answers to supplemental questions and resume, weighted 100%. Your answers to the supplemental questions and résumé will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Every two - three weeks until position is filled Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): Every 3-4 weeks until position is filled Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment and Step 6: Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 6/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 26, 2024
Full Time
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Four ten-hour shifts: Mon - Thurs 6AM - 4:30 PM or Tues - Fri 6AM - 4:30 PM - Shift To Be Determined Later. Work Location: 2010 North Interstate Ave, Portland, OR 97227 Benefit: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of benefits for this position Union Representation: This classification is represented by the District of Council Trade Union (DCTU). To view current labor agreements, please visit here . Applicants start at the entry salary rate . If you are a DCTU represented employee, see labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative. The Operating Engineer II is part of a broad classification that includes promotional opportunities: Operating Engineer I: Pay range $31.49 - $34.61 hourly Operating Engineer II: Pay range $35.78 - $44.51 hourly Operating Engineer III: Pay range $38.75 - $47.09 hourly This classification offers premium pay for water certifications that are higher than the classification requires; and other instances as noted in the DCTU contract. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. The City of Portland is looking for a Water Systems Operator (Operating Engineer II)! The Water Systems Operator performs independently the full range of technical and mechanical duties in the ongoing operation, maintenance, and repair of pumps, motors, tanks, reservoirs, hydraulically operated valves, treatment systems, and other plant facilities in the City's potable water s ystem. Duties and responsibilities include: Inspection, maintenance, repair, and operation of water distribution facilities in the Water Bureau. Operation and maintenance of pump stations, tanks, reservoirs, transmission mains, and regulators. Maintenance of micro-hydro generation units and the well-field supply system. Performing chemical treatment and analysis of potable and non-potable water A preventative maintenance program of rotating equipment including Vibration Analysis. Reading technical manuals, including detailed equipment specifications, a variety of equipment diagrams and schematics, building and water system blueprints; and math calculations. Calculating chemical additions, water volume, and rates of flow; collecting and conducting accurate water sampling analysis using analog and digital data-collection equipment, determining operational problems, and, acting quickly and decisively in bringing the system back to a normal state. Make adjustments in water flow and corresponding chemical adjustments, and operate water control center facilities on assigned shifts. As a person, you are: Safety Conscious: you incorporate public safety and staff safety as top priorities in every decision. Dedicated : you are focused on the task at hand despite competing priorities Flexible/Adaptable : : youcan look at established processes and identify and implement changes and improvements A Problem Solver : you can combine your understanding of drinking water treatment operations and maintenance as well as safety regulations to develop solutions that reliably and safely produce drinking water for the community. Please note: On an as-needed basis on a 24/7 /365 schedule. Operating Engineers II must be available for all shifts, including the graveyard in the Water Control Center. Work Site Information: you are required to work in confined spaces and underground facilities as deep as 40 feet; climb -and work on elevated water storage facilities at heights up to 160 feet, and lift to 50 lbs. About the Bureau: The Portland Water Bureau's 600+ employees work together to serve almost a million people in the Portland area. The bureau values a diverse workforce and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. Our mission: We serve excellent water every minute of every day. Our vision: The water our community loves is safe and abundant for generations to come. Our equity commitment: We work to uproot systemic inequities and their impacts on our employees and the people we serve. We commit to the difficult-and essential-work of transforming Water Bureau policies, practices, and culture to better serve historically and currently oppressed communities. More Information about the bureau: www.portlandoregon.gov/water Questions? Anna Morgan, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources Anna.Morgan@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their résumé and answers to supplemental questions how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: Experience operating drinking water distribution facilities per state and federal regulations. Experience operating drinking water treatment facilities per state and federal regulations. Experience with the mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting of water service pumps, valves, pressure regulators, meters, and related equipment. Experience applying the Oregon Health Authority, DEQ, and OSHA regulations pertaining to water distribution and treatment systems. Experience operating computers and related equipment including MS Office and CMMS work order applications. Experience operating water distribution and water treatment systems through electronic and computerized SCADA (Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition systems). Applicants must also possess: A valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Oregon Health Authority, Water Distribution Operator Certification--Level II ( Applicants from the state of Oregon must possess this certification at the time of appointment) Oregon Health Authority, Water Treatment Operator Certification--Level I Ability to pass pre-hire evaluation exam Desired Qualifications: Although not required, an ideal candidate may have the following: CPR-First Aide certification Lockout Tagout certification Fall prevention certification Confined Space certification HAZMAT certification The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online starting March 25, 2024 Required Application Materials: Resume Answers to Supplemental Questions Optional Application Materials: If you would like to request Veteran's Preference, please submit your Veteran documents (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) by the closing date of the recruitment. Application Tips: Your answers to the Supplemental Questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your résumé should support the details described in your answers to the supplemental questions. Do not attach any additional documents. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Every two - three weeks until position is filled An evaluation of each applicant's training, paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their answers to supplemental questions and resume, weighted 100%. Your answers to the supplemental questions and résumé will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Every two - three weeks until position is filled Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): Every 3-4 weeks until position is filled Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment and Step 6: Start Date: A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 6/24/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
City of Vallejo
Vallejo, California, United States
Description PLEASE READ THIS BULLETIN IN ITS ENTIRETY ** This Recruitment has been extended until April 12, 2024. ** THE POSITION This recruitment is being conducted to fill two 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 two Water Treatment Plant Operator positions, as collaborative member's of the City's Water Department. The ideal Water Treatment Plant Operator will be able to perform a variety of skilled technical duties and semi-skilled labor, as regulated by Federal and State potable water treatment guidelines, in the operation and maintenance of the City's drinking water treatment plants, transmission, distribution systems, and appurtenances. While not required, possession of an Associate's Degree in Water Treatment, Water Distribution or related field and industry approved specialized training are highly desired. 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 to121,000 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-5system. 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. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the full journey level classification in the Water Treatment Plant Operator series. Employees in this classification have completed the thirty-six (36) month trainee portion of this progressive classification series (or equivalent experience from an outside agency), successfully obtained their Grade T3, and successfully demonstrated their ability to perform the full range of responsibilities including operating and maintaining serviceable water supply through the City's transmission, distribution facilities, water treatment plants and sludge de-watering facility, often without immediate supervision. Incumbents apply independent judgement and standard job knowledge to resolve issues/problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors, initiative, and action within established operational parameters. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Water Treatment Plant Operator class, in that the latter is the advanced journey level responsible for the most complex tasks, and requiring frequent analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. As a condition of continued employment with the City of Vallejo in the classification of Water Treatment Plant Operator, incumbents are required to maintain Grade T3 certification by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). If incumbent is unable to maintain a Grade T3 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification, employment will be terminated. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives lead direction from Senior Water Treatment Plant Operators and general supervision from Water Treatment Plant Supervisors and/or other supervisory and management staff. Provides lead direction to Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainees. Essential Functions EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Operate, monitor, and adjust control functions within a water treatment plant, distribution system and sludge de-watering facility, using local controls and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA). Operate and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, feeders and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations. Regulate the flow of water into and through the source water transmission system, the water treatment plant, and the distribution system. Record entries, update and maintain plant operation logs, forms and reports; perform and document calculations related to plant operational activities. Monitor water quality through online instrumentation, sampling procedures, and performing analyses using standardized testing methods, tools, and equipment in a plant process laboratory, and at various stages in the treatment process. Mix and apply chemicals for use at various stages in the treatment process. Calculate dosages and adjust feeders/chemical injection pumps for proper operation and application of chemicals in order to ensure a high finished water quality standard. Work with hazardous chemicals related to water treatment and laboratory operations; receive training in and assist in spill prevention and response at City facilities. Maintain plant, operating equipment and facilities in a clean and orderly condition; perform routine housekeeping inside and outside the plant and conduct regular site safety inspections. Dispatch call-out personnel as required as required for emergency situations at all hours. Schedule, receive, safely unload, and store chemicals and materials by hand and by use of motorized and mechanical equipment; record deliveries and ensure adequate supplies. Safely operate a City-owned motor vehicle for travel to a number of pumping stations and water distribution and treatment facilities; operate City communication equipment. Correctly regulate waste side-streams and return flows. Assemble, update, and maintain plant operations logs and reports; perform and record mathematical calculations related to plant operational activities, process testing and control. May act in a central communications function as follows: taking, relaying, transmitting, and providing information to and from City personnel or outside emergency services as required. Receive business contact with other city employees, customer inquiries and make every effort to enhance public relations. Conduct general tours of the facilities. Provide for safe plant conditions and working environment at all times by exercising a routine of attentiveness and proactive responses to plant safety and security matters. Participate in accurate and complete shift change turn-overs to discuss vital plant Participate in emergency preparedness training and exercises. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Minimum Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Standard principles of mathematics, biology, chemistry, and hydraulics as applied in the operation of a drinking water treatment facility and throughout the distribution systems. Standard principles and practices of drinking water treatment plant operations, laboratory analysis techniques and current drinking water standards and regulations. Operating principles of plant equipment such as valves, pumps motors, controls, instrumentation and telemetry. Basic computer (PC) skills in Microsoft Office Suite software. Safety regulations pertaining to industrial work practices and use of related equipment. Operational and safety regulations pertaining to water treatment plant operations and vehicle and equipment usage. Regulations, techniques and equipment used in managing, mitigation, recovery and reporting of hazardous materials release. Ability to: Understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices, plant piping and distribution diagrams and other technical documents. Logically solve problems and identify hazardous work conditions. Apply the practices, procedures, techniques, and treatment rules pertaining to the operation of water treatment plants and distribution system into daily practice. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Work any shift, rotation, weekends, and holidays, at any Water Department facility. Water Treatment Plant Operators may be assigned and required to report directly to any City treatment facility location, and to travel to alternate duty/work locations and offsite meetings. Lift 55 pounds and move heavy chemical containers. Operate and maintain water treatment plant equipment. Perform simple to moderately complex tasks while wearing Level A personal protective equipment. Wear respiratory protection equipment as required; perform required duties while wearing a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Maintain the ability to perform required duties while wearing a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Diagnose operating problems and take effective courses of action. Make independent technical decisions within established parameters to maintain proper treatment operations. Perform simple repair or maintenance to plant equipment such as pumps, valves, and electronic monitoring devices. Independently operate all of the Water Department's facilities. Exercise all phases of plant operations: start-up, shutdown, reduction or bypass of unit processes, adverse or emergency conditions. Accurately observe and record operating conditions and furnish verbal reports. Work independently without supervision. Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience: Completion of thirty-six (36) months of experience in the Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee I & II (or equivalent experience from an outside agency), successful demonstration of ability to perform the full range of responsibilities of Water Treatment Plant Operator, and possession of Grade T3 certification from the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB); or (1) year functioning as a journey-level operator, while holding Grade T3 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification at a T3 or higher surface water treatment facility. Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Successful completion of relevant courses required in order to obtain and maintain Grade T3 certification from the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). License or Certificate: Possession of, and ability to maintain, a valid driver's license. Possession of, and ability to maintain, a Water Treatment Plant Operator Grade T3 Certification issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Failure to maintain appropriate certification throughout employment for this classification will result in termination of employment. Possession of, and ability to maintain, current and valid certifications for Hazardous Materials Technician, Confined Space Entry, CPR/First Aid, and Fork Lift Safety. *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 Pursuant to California Government Code, Title 1 Division 4, Chapter 8, Section 3100 "all public employees have been declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law." Must be medically approved for wearing a Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and maintain facial hair at all times as required to not interfere with wearing respiratory protection equipment. Must maintain the ability to perform required duties while wearing SCBA. Must be able to work safely 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 Incumbents must be able to perform physical tasks which may include prolonged sitting, standing walking, reaching, twisting, turning, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine motor coordination when using a computer keyboard or mobile data terminal. Near vision is required when writing reports and other documents, and far vision is required when in the field. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, carry and push tools and supplies weighing up to 55 pounds is also required. The job duties will expose the employee to the outdoors, confined spaces, elevated structures, chemicals, biohazards, high voltage and electronic equipment. This may include exposure to inclement weather conditions, machinery noise, fumes, dust, and air contaminants. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation. The Recruitment & Selection Process Applications are due by 5:00 P.M. on Friday, March 29, 2024. To be included in the initial application review, applications are due by 5:00PM on Monday, March 11, 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 April 1, 2024. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental responses scored by subject matter experts the week of April 1, 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 April 15, 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 March 29, 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: 4/26/2024 6:00 PM Pacific
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description PLEASE READ THIS BULLETIN IN ITS ENTIRETY ** This Recruitment has been extended until April 12, 2024. ** THE POSITION This recruitment is being conducted to fill two 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 two Water Treatment Plant Operator positions, as collaborative member's of the City's Water Department. The ideal Water Treatment Plant Operator will be able to perform a variety of skilled technical duties and semi-skilled labor, as regulated by Federal and State potable water treatment guidelines, in the operation and maintenance of the City's drinking water treatment plants, transmission, distribution systems, and appurtenances. While not required, possession of an Associate's Degree in Water Treatment, Water Distribution or related field and industry approved specialized training are highly desired. 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 to121,000 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-5system. 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. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the full journey level classification in the Water Treatment Plant Operator series. Employees in this classification have completed the thirty-six (36) month trainee portion of this progressive classification series (or equivalent experience from an outside agency), successfully obtained their Grade T3, and successfully demonstrated their ability to perform the full range of responsibilities including operating and maintaining serviceable water supply through the City's transmission, distribution facilities, water treatment plants and sludge de-watering facility, often without immediate supervision. Incumbents apply independent judgement and standard job knowledge to resolve issues/problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors, initiative, and action within established operational parameters. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Water Treatment Plant Operator class, in that the latter is the advanced journey level responsible for the most complex tasks, and requiring frequent analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. As a condition of continued employment with the City of Vallejo in the classification of Water Treatment Plant Operator, incumbents are required to maintain Grade T3 certification by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). If incumbent is unable to maintain a Grade T3 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification, employment will be terminated. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives lead direction from Senior Water Treatment Plant Operators and general supervision from Water Treatment Plant Supervisors and/or other supervisory and management staff. Provides lead direction to Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainees. Essential Functions EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Operate, monitor, and adjust control functions within a water treatment plant, distribution system and sludge de-watering facility, using local controls and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System (SCADA). Operate and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, feeders and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations. Regulate the flow of water into and through the source water transmission system, the water treatment plant, and the distribution system. Record entries, update and maintain plant operation logs, forms and reports; perform and document calculations related to plant operational activities. Monitor water quality through online instrumentation, sampling procedures, and performing analyses using standardized testing methods, tools, and equipment in a plant process laboratory, and at various stages in the treatment process. Mix and apply chemicals for use at various stages in the treatment process. Calculate dosages and adjust feeders/chemical injection pumps for proper operation and application of chemicals in order to ensure a high finished water quality standard. Work with hazardous chemicals related to water treatment and laboratory operations; receive training in and assist in spill prevention and response at City facilities. Maintain plant, operating equipment and facilities in a clean and orderly condition; perform routine housekeeping inside and outside the plant and conduct regular site safety inspections. Dispatch call-out personnel as required as required for emergency situations at all hours. Schedule, receive, safely unload, and store chemicals and materials by hand and by use of motorized and mechanical equipment; record deliveries and ensure adequate supplies. Safely operate a City-owned motor vehicle for travel to a number of pumping stations and water distribution and treatment facilities; operate City communication equipment. Correctly regulate waste side-streams and return flows. Assemble, update, and maintain plant operations logs and reports; perform and record mathematical calculations related to plant operational activities, process testing and control. May act in a central communications function as follows: taking, relaying, transmitting, and providing information to and from City personnel or outside emergency services as required. Receive business contact with other city employees, customer inquiries and make every effort to enhance public relations. Conduct general tours of the facilities. Provide for safe plant conditions and working environment at all times by exercising a routine of attentiveness and proactive responses to plant safety and security matters. Participate in accurate and complete shift change turn-overs to discuss vital plant Participate in emergency preparedness training and exercises. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Minimum Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Standard principles of mathematics, biology, chemistry, and hydraulics as applied in the operation of a drinking water treatment facility and throughout the distribution systems. Standard principles and practices of drinking water treatment plant operations, laboratory analysis techniques and current drinking water standards and regulations. Operating principles of plant equipment such as valves, pumps motors, controls, instrumentation and telemetry. Basic computer (PC) skills in Microsoft Office Suite software. Safety regulations pertaining to industrial work practices and use of related equipment. Operational and safety regulations pertaining to water treatment plant operations and vehicle and equipment usage. Regulations, techniques and equipment used in managing, mitigation, recovery and reporting of hazardous materials release. Ability to: Understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices, plant piping and distribution diagrams and other technical documents. Logically solve problems and identify hazardous work conditions. Apply the practices, procedures, techniques, and treatment rules pertaining to the operation of water treatment plants and distribution system into daily practice. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Work any shift, rotation, weekends, and holidays, at any Water Department facility. Water Treatment Plant Operators may be assigned and required to report directly to any City treatment facility location, and to travel to alternate duty/work locations and offsite meetings. Lift 55 pounds and move heavy chemical containers. Operate and maintain water treatment plant equipment. Perform simple to moderately complex tasks while wearing Level A personal protective equipment. Wear respiratory protection equipment as required; perform required duties while wearing a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Maintain the ability to perform required duties while wearing a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Diagnose operating problems and take effective courses of action. Make independent technical decisions within established parameters to maintain proper treatment operations. Perform simple repair or maintenance to plant equipment such as pumps, valves, and electronic monitoring devices. Independently operate all of the Water Department's facilities. Exercise all phases of plant operations: start-up, shutdown, reduction or bypass of unit processes, adverse or emergency conditions. Accurately observe and record operating conditions and furnish verbal reports. Work independently without supervision. Experience and Training Guidelines Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: Experience: Completion of thirty-six (36) months of experience in the Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee I & II (or equivalent experience from an outside agency), successful demonstration of ability to perform the full range of responsibilities of Water Treatment Plant Operator, and possession of Grade T3 certification from the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB); or (1) year functioning as a journey-level operator, while holding Grade T3 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification at a T3 or higher surface water treatment facility. Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Successful completion of relevant courses required in order to obtain and maintain Grade T3 certification from the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). License or Certificate: Possession of, and ability to maintain, a valid driver's license. Possession of, and ability to maintain, a Water Treatment Plant Operator Grade T3 Certification issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Failure to maintain appropriate certification throughout employment for this classification will result in termination of employment. Possession of, and ability to maintain, current and valid certifications for Hazardous Materials Technician, Confined Space Entry, CPR/First Aid, and Fork Lift Safety. *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 Pursuant to California Government Code, Title 1 Division 4, Chapter 8, Section 3100 "all public employees have been declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law." Must be medically approved for wearing a Self-contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), and maintain facial hair at all times as required to not interfere with wearing respiratory protection equipment. Must maintain the ability to perform required duties while wearing SCBA. Must be able to work safely 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 Incumbents must be able to perform physical tasks which may include prolonged sitting, standing walking, reaching, twisting, turning, pushing, pulling, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine motor coordination when using a computer keyboard or mobile data terminal. Near vision is required when writing reports and other documents, and far vision is required when in the field. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, carry and push tools and supplies weighing up to 55 pounds is also required. The job duties will expose the employee to the outdoors, confined spaces, elevated structures, chemicals, biohazards, high voltage and electronic equipment. This may include exposure to inclement weather conditions, machinery noise, fumes, dust, and air contaminants. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation. The Recruitment & Selection Process Applications are due by 5:00 P.M. on Friday, March 29, 2024. To be included in the initial application review, applications are due by 5:00PM on Monday, March 11, 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 April 1, 2024. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental responses scored by subject matter experts the week of April 1, 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 April 15, 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 March 29, 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: 4/26/2024 6:00 PM Pacific
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION To perform skilled work in the operation of the City's drinking water treatment plants, wells, reservoirs and distribution system; combined wastewater control system, primary wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations; and to assist in monitoring and directing the pumping of storm water, wastewater, and potable water. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Plant Operator is the journey-level classification in the Plant Operator series. Positions assigned to this class are expected to independently perform the full range of drinking water treatment and wastewater plant operations and monitoring duties on an assigned shift. This class is distinguished from the next higher class of Senior Plant Operator in that the latter is the responsible shift lead operator. The next lower class of Junior Plant Operator is the entry-level class in the series assigned routine maintenance duties and plant equipment operational duties. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by a Superintendent and/or the Supervising Plant Operator. Technical or functional supervision and lead direction is provided by a Senior Plant Operator. Assignments may require technical direction of lower-level plant personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Perform and interpret standardized water quality tests such as chlorine residual, pH, turbidity, alkalinity, total suspended solids, settleable solids, chlorine residual, pH, dissolved oxygen and jar tests, and calculate and make dosage and related chemical feed equipment adjustments based upon the results from such tests. - Operate and monitor the combined wastewater control system, potable and nonpotable water facilities, and outlying pumping stations on an assigned shift. - Monitor water quality during treatment process through visual inspection and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and adjust influent flows, chemical dosages and filtration rates based on observations. - Inspect and operate plant equipment and intake facilities including computer controls, telemetry systems, microprocessors, flow control devices, power-driven machinery, and chemical feed equipment. - Adjust pump speeds and/or activate or deactivate pumps as necessary to regulate flows. - Monitor and adjust water pressures in the City-wide water distribution system and operate finished water reservoirs and water treatment plant influents and effluents to maintain adequate water supplies. - Monitor and inspect plant equipment and respond to treatment process and equipment alarms. - Assist in performing various filter tests as part of the filter surveillance program. - Perform efficiency tests on pumps, compressors, and related equipment. - On a rotating basis, act as a trouble-call operator and assist a Supervising Plant Operator and/or Senior Plant Operator in monitoring and interpreting telemetry board, dispatching an assigned crew to inspect designated installations, and to take corrective action on problems identified including hazardous or toxic material spills that affect water supplies. - Monitor the status of flows and equipment, using technical information such as force main pressure, wet well elevation, wastewater elevation in the flow control structure, electrical system voltages, and computer system outputs. - Maintain control and water treatment system logs and records. - Use SCADA and computerized maintenance management systems. - Assist in performing efficiency tests on pumps, compressors, and related equipment. - Troubleshoot and correct a variety of electrical and mechanical problems or potential problems involving pumping and measuring equipment and recalibrate equipment as required. - Perform preventive maintenance duties, including painting equipment, cleaning of trash screens, filters, and custodial and grounds maintenance. - Operate equipment, such as engine-driven pumps, generators, compressors, hoists, forklifts, cranes, and other heavy equipment as necessary. - Work in confined spaces, on temporary scaffolding, and on high structures; using breathing apparatus and/or Level I Hazmat suits. - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Principles, applications, functions, operation and maintenance requirements of pumps, motors, compressors, generators, valves, internal combustion engines, flow control devices and measuring instruments. - General principles of water and wastewater treatment processes, including coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, fluoridation, corrosion control, and sludge handling. - General mechanical principles and practices relating to plant equipment and machinery. - Principles of mathematics, algebra, chemistry, and hydraulics as they apply to plant operations. - Safe and efficient work practices. - Hazardous materials related to plant operations. Ability to: - Understand and apply the principles, theories, and operations of process control computers. - Operate and monitor large pumps, compressors, generators and automated control equipment. - Read instruments, measuring devices, and pressure gauges. - Learn and interpret water-related trends, schematics, charts, prints, and specifications. - Work with considerable independence and initiative. - Perform a variety of physically demanding tasks on a regular basis. - Work any shift (e.g., day, swing, relief, night), weekends, holidays, and standby that is mandatory for some assignments. - Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and operation logs. - Understand the location, function, operation, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for pumps, motors, chlorinators, alum, polymer and fluoride feeders, lime slakers and other associated equipment and machinery. - Understand basic personal computer programs including inter/intranet access, word processing, spreadsheets and databases. - Understand SCADA and computerized maintenance management systems operation. Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: One year of progressively responsible experience in the operation of a drinking water treatment plant or wastewater facility. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment. Ability to obtain a valid California Class A or B Driver License with required endorsements during the probationary period is required for some assignments. Loss of the license is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificate: Assignments to surface water treatment require a T-2 Water Treatment Operator Certificate from the California Department of Health Services. Assignments to groundwater operations require a T-2 certificate. For assignments to the combined wastewater control system, a T-2 certificate is desirable. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. Assessment: If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test for some assignments. Respiratory Protective Equipment: Work in this class may require wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such assignments, individuals must act in accordance with the regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE P lease note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Plant Operator (Water) examination. 4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 5/11/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 21, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION To perform skilled work in the operation of the City's drinking water treatment plants, wells, reservoirs and distribution system; combined wastewater control system, primary wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations; and to assist in monitoring and directing the pumping of storm water, wastewater, and potable water. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Plant Operator is the journey-level classification in the Plant Operator series. Positions assigned to this class are expected to independently perform the full range of drinking water treatment and wastewater plant operations and monitoring duties on an assigned shift. This class is distinguished from the next higher class of Senior Plant Operator in that the latter is the responsible shift lead operator. The next lower class of Junior Plant Operator is the entry-level class in the series assigned routine maintenance duties and plant equipment operational duties. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED General supervision is provided by a Superintendent and/or the Supervising Plant Operator. Technical or functional supervision and lead direction is provided by a Senior Plant Operator. Assignments may require technical direction of lower-level plant personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Perform and interpret standardized water quality tests such as chlorine residual, pH, turbidity, alkalinity, total suspended solids, settleable solids, chlorine residual, pH, dissolved oxygen and jar tests, and calculate and make dosage and related chemical feed equipment adjustments based upon the results from such tests. - Operate and monitor the combined wastewater control system, potable and nonpotable water facilities, and outlying pumping stations on an assigned shift. - Monitor water quality during treatment process through visual inspection and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system and adjust influent flows, chemical dosages and filtration rates based on observations. - Inspect and operate plant equipment and intake facilities including computer controls, telemetry systems, microprocessors, flow control devices, power-driven machinery, and chemical feed equipment. - Adjust pump speeds and/or activate or deactivate pumps as necessary to regulate flows. - Monitor and adjust water pressures in the City-wide water distribution system and operate finished water reservoirs and water treatment plant influents and effluents to maintain adequate water supplies. - Monitor and inspect plant equipment and respond to treatment process and equipment alarms. - Assist in performing various filter tests as part of the filter surveillance program. - Perform efficiency tests on pumps, compressors, and related equipment. - On a rotating basis, act as a trouble-call operator and assist a Supervising Plant Operator and/or Senior Plant Operator in monitoring and interpreting telemetry board, dispatching an assigned crew to inspect designated installations, and to take corrective action on problems identified including hazardous or toxic material spills that affect water supplies. - Monitor the status of flows and equipment, using technical information such as force main pressure, wet well elevation, wastewater elevation in the flow control structure, electrical system voltages, and computer system outputs. - Maintain control and water treatment system logs and records. - Use SCADA and computerized maintenance management systems. - Assist in performing efficiency tests on pumps, compressors, and related equipment. - Troubleshoot and correct a variety of electrical and mechanical problems or potential problems involving pumping and measuring equipment and recalibrate equipment as required. - Perform preventive maintenance duties, including painting equipment, cleaning of trash screens, filters, and custodial and grounds maintenance. - Operate equipment, such as engine-driven pumps, generators, compressors, hoists, forklifts, cranes, and other heavy equipment as necessary. - Work in confined spaces, on temporary scaffolding, and on high structures; using breathing apparatus and/or Level I Hazmat suits. - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Principles, applications, functions, operation and maintenance requirements of pumps, motors, compressors, generators, valves, internal combustion engines, flow control devices and measuring instruments. - General principles of water and wastewater treatment processes, including coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, disinfection, fluoridation, corrosion control, and sludge handling. - General mechanical principles and practices relating to plant equipment and machinery. - Principles of mathematics, algebra, chemistry, and hydraulics as they apply to plant operations. - Safe and efficient work practices. - Hazardous materials related to plant operations. Ability to: - Understand and apply the principles, theories, and operations of process control computers. - Operate and monitor large pumps, compressors, generators and automated control equipment. - Read instruments, measuring devices, and pressure gauges. - Learn and interpret water-related trends, schematics, charts, prints, and specifications. - Work with considerable independence and initiative. - Perform a variety of physically demanding tasks on a regular basis. - Work any shift (e.g., day, swing, relief, night), weekends, holidays, and standby that is mandatory for some assignments. - Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and operation logs. - Understand the location, function, operation, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for pumps, motors, chlorinators, alum, polymer and fluoride feeders, lime slakers and other associated equipment and machinery. - Understand basic personal computer programs including inter/intranet access, word processing, spreadsheets and databases. - Understand SCADA and computerized maintenance management systems operation. Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: One year of progressively responsible experience in the operation of a drinking water treatment plant or wastewater facility. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment. Ability to obtain a valid California Class A or B Driver License with required endorsements during the probationary period is required for some assignments. Loss of the license is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificate: Assignments to surface water treatment require a T-2 Water Treatment Operator Certificate from the California Department of Health Services. Assignments to groundwater operations require a T-2 certificate. For assignments to the combined wastewater control system, a T-2 certificate is desirable. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. Assessment: If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test for some assignments. Respiratory Protective Equipment: Work in this class may require wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such assignments, individuals must act in accordance with the regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE P lease note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Plant Operator (Water) examination. 4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 5/11/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION The Supervising Plant Operator is a supervisor level position that documents, organizes, and directs staff in the Plant Operator series. Positions in this class are expected to organize and supervise the daily activities to ensure regulatory, safety, and operational requirements are met. This position is required to organize the departments emergency response throughout the year along with ensuring each event is properly documented. The position also tracks and updates the asset management system to ensure maintenance and budgeting data is correct. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate will have good communication skills. The ideal candidate will have the ability to document, organize staff, coordinate work, perform staff development, assess emergencies and find resolutions, and understand the departments assets and the proper operations. To plan, organize, assign, schedule, direct, review, and participate in the work of skilled and semi-skilled personnel involved in the operation of the City's drinking water treatment plants, wells, reservoirs and distribution system; combined wastewater control system, primary wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS A Supervising Plant Operator assigned to water treatment plants, wells, reservoirs and the distribution system serves as Chief Operator and has responsibility for full supervision of the overall day-to-day operation. A Supervising Plant Operator assigned to the wastewater treatment plant, or sumps has responsibility for full supervision and the overall day-to-day operation of wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations. This class is distinguished from the next higher class of Water and Sewer Superintendent in that the latter is an exempt management class responsible for a functional section in either the Plant Services or Field Services Divisions. This class is distinguished from the next lower class of Senior Plant Operator in that the latter is the lead operator level of the series assigned to a shift. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Direction is provided by management personnel. Responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision over lower level plant personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Assign, schedule, direct, and review, through lead operators, the work of drinking water treatment or wastewater facility operations in accordance with Federal, state and local laws and regulations. - Troubleshoot and resolve problems in plant and well performance and take appropriate corrective action. - Provide technical assistance and advice on plant operations and related processes. - Supervise the operation and maintenance and operate a wide variety of equipment, such as large capacity pumps, heavy duty motors and engines, compressors, generators, chemical feeders, large valves; specialized equipment such as residual chlorine analyzers, fluoride analyzers, auto-samplers, computer-based telemetry recorders and indicators, computer control systems, electrical equipment and various kinds of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and electrical systems. - Inspect assigned facilities and make evaluations of work performed by subordinates and performance of equipment. - Maintain surveillance of the operating efficiency and performance of all plant mechanical and electrical systems and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. - Maintain inventory and written and/or computer-generated data including historic equipment records, facility condition, pumping rate, chemical usage and inventory, water quality reports, and equipment lubrication requirements. - Assist in the design of and serve as system administrator of SCADA or computerized maintenance management systems. - Interpret and make required adjustments to specialized instruments such as recorders, gauges, meters, charts, and dials. - Survey facilities on a regular basis to insure that plants or stations and equipment are clean and in good operating condition. - Perform water quality tests and direct necessary chemical dosage and related adjustments. - Participate in the development and review of plans and specifications for water, wastewater, well, reservoir, pump and distribution/collection systems; suggest methods for improving plant efficiency. - Order supplies and materials; prepare cost estimates, assist in development of equipment specifications and assist in the preparation and administration of operations and maintenance budgets. - Maintain work time, equipment, and material records; make reports of work performed. - Select, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate personnel. - Respond to emergencies on an on-call basis 24 hours per day, seven days per week. - Work in confined spaces on temporary scaffolding and on high structures; using breathing apparatus and/or Level I Hazmat suits - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Methods, principles, practices, construction techniques and standards of operation and maintenance of drinking water treatment or wastewater treatment and pumping facilities, or potable and non-potable water wells and pumping facilities. - Equipment, supplies, and materials used in the combined wastewater control system, drinking water treatment plants, wells and outlying pumping stations and reservoirs. - Control and measuring devices, gauges, meters and instruments necessary to properly evaluate and determine the status of the control systems. - Principles of mathematics, algebra, chemistry and hydraulics as they apply to plant operations. - Mechanical principles and practices relating to plant equipment and machinery. - Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in water and wastewater facilities. - Hazardous materials related to plant operations and appropriate response and mitigation measures. - Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. - Principles, theories and operation of process control SCADA and computerized maintenance management systems. - Federal, state and local laws and regulations related to drinking water quality and treatment, wastewater treatment, plant operations and safety. Ability to: - Plan, assign, schedule, coordinate and direct the work of subordinates. - Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates. - Identify system problems and/or potential problems and take effective corrective action in an efficient manner. - Write and update standard operating procedures and manuals. - Read and interpret plant diagrams, charts, blueprints, specifications and operations and maintenance manuals. - Understand and apply the principles, theories, and operations of process control computers and serve as SCADA or computerized maintenance management system administrator. - Prepare reports and develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date records and operation logs. - Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers and supervisors. Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Four years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of a drinking water treatment plant or wastewater facility, at least one year of which was in a lead operator capacity. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License Possession of valid Class C California Driver License. Loss of the license is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificate: For assignments in surface water treatment plants, a T-5 water treatment operator certificate from the California Department of Health Services is required. Assignment to well operations requires a T-4 certificate. For assignments in wastewater, a T-2 certificate is desirable. Respiratory Protective Equipment: Work in this class may require wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such assignments, individuals must act in accordance with the regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE P lease note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Supervising Plant Operator examination. 4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 5/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Apr 15, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION The Supervising Plant Operator is a supervisor level position that documents, organizes, and directs staff in the Plant Operator series. Positions in this class are expected to organize and supervise the daily activities to ensure regulatory, safety, and operational requirements are met. This position is required to organize the departments emergency response throughout the year along with ensuring each event is properly documented. The position also tracks and updates the asset management system to ensure maintenance and budgeting data is correct. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate will have good communication skills. The ideal candidate will have the ability to document, organize staff, coordinate work, perform staff development, assess emergencies and find resolutions, and understand the departments assets and the proper operations. To plan, organize, assign, schedule, direct, review, and participate in the work of skilled and semi-skilled personnel involved in the operation of the City's drinking water treatment plants, wells, reservoirs and distribution system; combined wastewater control system, primary wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS A Supervising Plant Operator assigned to water treatment plants, wells, reservoirs and the distribution system serves as Chief Operator and has responsibility for full supervision of the overall day-to-day operation. A Supervising Plant Operator assigned to the wastewater treatment plant, or sumps has responsibility for full supervision and the overall day-to-day operation of wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations. This class is distinguished from the next higher class of Water and Sewer Superintendent in that the latter is an exempt management class responsible for a functional section in either the Plant Services or Field Services Divisions. This class is distinguished from the next lower class of Senior Plant Operator in that the latter is the lead operator level of the series assigned to a shift. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Direction is provided by management personnel. Responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision over lower level plant personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Assign, schedule, direct, and review, through lead operators, the work of drinking water treatment or wastewater facility operations in accordance with Federal, state and local laws and regulations. - Troubleshoot and resolve problems in plant and well performance and take appropriate corrective action. - Provide technical assistance and advice on plant operations and related processes. - Supervise the operation and maintenance and operate a wide variety of equipment, such as large capacity pumps, heavy duty motors and engines, compressors, generators, chemical feeders, large valves; specialized equipment such as residual chlorine analyzers, fluoride analyzers, auto-samplers, computer-based telemetry recorders and indicators, computer control systems, electrical equipment and various kinds of hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and electrical systems. - Inspect assigned facilities and make evaluations of work performed by subordinates and performance of equipment. - Maintain surveillance of the operating efficiency and performance of all plant mechanical and electrical systems and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system. - Maintain inventory and written and/or computer-generated data including historic equipment records, facility condition, pumping rate, chemical usage and inventory, water quality reports, and equipment lubrication requirements. - Assist in the design of and serve as system administrator of SCADA or computerized maintenance management systems. - Interpret and make required adjustments to specialized instruments such as recorders, gauges, meters, charts, and dials. - Survey facilities on a regular basis to insure that plants or stations and equipment are clean and in good operating condition. - Perform water quality tests and direct necessary chemical dosage and related adjustments. - Participate in the development and review of plans and specifications for water, wastewater, well, reservoir, pump and distribution/collection systems; suggest methods for improving plant efficiency. - Order supplies and materials; prepare cost estimates, assist in development of equipment specifications and assist in the preparation and administration of operations and maintenance budgets. - Maintain work time, equipment, and material records; make reports of work performed. - Select, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate personnel. - Respond to emergencies on an on-call basis 24 hours per day, seven days per week. - Work in confined spaces on temporary scaffolding and on high structures; using breathing apparatus and/or Level I Hazmat suits - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Methods, principles, practices, construction techniques and standards of operation and maintenance of drinking water treatment or wastewater treatment and pumping facilities, or potable and non-potable water wells and pumping facilities. - Equipment, supplies, and materials used in the combined wastewater control system, drinking water treatment plants, wells and outlying pumping stations and reservoirs. - Control and measuring devices, gauges, meters and instruments necessary to properly evaluate and determine the status of the control systems. - Principles of mathematics, algebra, chemistry and hydraulics as they apply to plant operations. - Mechanical principles and practices relating to plant equipment and machinery. - Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in water and wastewater facilities. - Hazardous materials related to plant operations and appropriate response and mitigation measures. - Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. - Principles, theories and operation of process control SCADA and computerized maintenance management systems. - Federal, state and local laws and regulations related to drinking water quality and treatment, wastewater treatment, plant operations and safety. Ability to: - Plan, assign, schedule, coordinate and direct the work of subordinates. - Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinates. - Identify system problems and/or potential problems and take effective corrective action in an efficient manner. - Write and update standard operating procedures and manuals. - Read and interpret plant diagrams, charts, blueprints, specifications and operations and maintenance manuals. - Understand and apply the principles, theories, and operations of process control computers and serve as SCADA or computerized maintenance management system administrator. - Prepare reports and develop and maintain accurate and up-to-date records and operation logs. - Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers and supervisors. Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Four years of progressively responsible experience in the operation of a drinking water treatment plant or wastewater facility, at least one year of which was in a lead operator capacity. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License Possession of valid Class C California Driver License. Loss of the license is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificate: For assignments in surface water treatment plants, a T-5 water treatment operator certificate from the California Department of Health Services is required. Assignment to well operations requires a T-4 certificate. For assignments in wastewater, a T-2 certificate is desirable. Respiratory Protective Equipment: Work in this class may require wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such assignments, individuals must act in accordance with the regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE P lease note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and/or past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application or emailed to the Employment Office by the final filing deadline. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Supervising Plant Operator examination. 4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: 5/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
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 Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Introduction At Scottsdale Water, we pride ourselves on delivering superior quality water and service to the Scottsdale community. Our employees ensure a safe, sustainable drinking water system, operate an innovative water reclamation system and help Scottsdale Water consistently maintain its position as one of the nation's most advanced and efficient water utilities. We value our employees and challenge them to constantly improve how we do business. Our team is made up of professionals from all disciplines - engineering, finance, operations, laboratory science, chemistry, public relations, hydrology, customer service, electrical, maintenance and so much more. To learn more, click here . To be directed to the Scottsdale Water Careers webpage, click here . The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process, and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. About The Position The Water Treatment Plant Operator II performs intermediate-level operational tasks involved in the operation and maintenance of the City's water treatment plant equipment and processes. Please Note: There are two vacancies, one at the CAP Water Treatment Plant and one at the Chaparral Water Treatment Plant. Applicants will be considered for either assignment. The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental 457 Retirement Plans through Nationwide Pet Insurance Bilingual pay compensation For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here . Selection Process Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of this position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include oral board interview and skills assessment. Final selection is contingent upon a background check which includes: Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database Criminal Background screening Drug Screen Motor Vehicle Record Check Click here to view the entire job description. The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice. PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: A High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent. Two years' experience in the operation of advanced, complex water treatment or wastewater treatment facility. Experience with advanced computerized systems utilized in water treatment or wastewater treatment facilities. Experience in mechanical and electrical trouble shooting. Satisfactory completion of the Scottsdale Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator Apprentice Program or one year as a Scottsdale W/WW Treatment Plant Operator I will meet the required years of experience for the W/WW Treatment Plant Operator II. Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements: The Scottsdale Water Resources Division offers an Operator Certification Incentive Program up to $750.00 per certification for those employees who obtain certifications above what is required of their positions. The department recognizes the intrinsic value of operator certifications and the added value to the city of having a workforce that possess them. All Assignments: Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. Must obtain and maintain one of the following: Water Assignment: Must possess upon hire or promotion and maintain a Grade 2 operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Water Treatment. Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment. Essential Functions Maintains and operates plant equipment and processes related to water, wastewater and advanced water treatment systems on an assigned shift. Prioritizes activities between the different treatment facilities and systems, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps, and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode or remote via computerized control strategy. Samples and analyzes influents/effluents, source water/product water, feed water, and permeate to detect quality variations, interpret laboratory results, reading sheets, process test, computerized data, and information trends to identify variations in flow and water quality and make appropriate changes. Oversees operation of an assigned treatment facility to maintain day to day operation necessary to meet all required Local, State and Federal regulations pertaining to the production of reuse, ground injection and potable water and comply with prescribed operating and safety standards. Uses a variety of standard testing procedures to determine problems and any adjustments needed in the treatment process. Conducts tours of facilities; responds to plant emergencies; and maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment. Drives a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems to operate and maintain plant equipment and processes, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps, and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode as well as remote via computerized control strategy. Work Environment/Physical Demands Most work is performed in plant/field settings, with occasional work done in an office environment. Works with highly hazardous chemicals such as chlorine, sulfuric acid and sulfur dioxide following strict Arizona Department of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) and Water Resources departmental guidelines. Work around or uses potentially hazardous materials requiring the use of specialized equipment. Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds both short and long distances. Lift and carry heavy (up to 100 pounds or more with assistance) equipment, drums and chemicals for distances of 20 feet or more with the assistance of a hand cart or power equipment. Exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Seldom sedentary and includes walking or moving. Work sometimes involves climbing elevations; requires moderate muscular exertion and lifting. Moderate exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, fumes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, water hazards, bright/dim light, toxic agents, disease or pathogenic substances. Drive a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems. Work rotating shifts, weekends, overtime and a call-out schedule. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Introduction At Scottsdale Water, we pride ourselves on delivering superior quality water and service to the Scottsdale community. Our employees ensure a safe, sustainable drinking water system, operate an innovative water reclamation system and help Scottsdale Water consistently maintain its position as one of the nation's most advanced and efficient water utilities. We value our employees and challenge them to constantly improve how we do business. Our team is made up of professionals from all disciplines - engineering, finance, operations, laboratory science, chemistry, public relations, hydrology, customer service, electrical, maintenance and so much more. To learn more, click here . To be directed to the Scottsdale Water Careers webpage, click here . The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process, and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. About The Position The Water Treatment Plant Operator II performs intermediate-level operational tasks involved in the operation and maintenance of the City's water treatment plant equipment and processes. Please Note: There are two vacancies, one at the CAP Water Treatment Plant and one at the Chaparral Water Treatment Plant. Applicants will be considered for either assignment. The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental 457 Retirement Plans through Nationwide Pet Insurance Bilingual pay compensation For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here . Selection Process Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of this position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include oral board interview and skills assessment. Final selection is contingent upon a background check which includes: Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database Criminal Background screening Drug Screen Motor Vehicle Record Check Click here to view the entire job description. The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice. PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: A High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent. Two years' experience in the operation of advanced, complex water treatment or wastewater treatment facility. Experience with advanced computerized systems utilized in water treatment or wastewater treatment facilities. Experience in mechanical and electrical trouble shooting. Satisfactory completion of the Scottsdale Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator Apprentice Program or one year as a Scottsdale W/WW Treatment Plant Operator I will meet the required years of experience for the W/WW Treatment Plant Operator II. Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements: The Scottsdale Water Resources Division offers an Operator Certification Incentive Program up to $750.00 per certification for those employees who obtain certifications above what is required of their positions. The department recognizes the intrinsic value of operator certifications and the added value to the city of having a workforce that possess them. All Assignments: Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. Must obtain and maintain one of the following: Water Assignment: Must possess upon hire or promotion and maintain a Grade 2 operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Water Treatment. Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment. Essential Functions Maintains and operates plant equipment and processes related to water, wastewater and advanced water treatment systems on an assigned shift. Prioritizes activities between the different treatment facilities and systems, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps, and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode or remote via computerized control strategy. Samples and analyzes influents/effluents, source water/product water, feed water, and permeate to detect quality variations, interpret laboratory results, reading sheets, process test, computerized data, and information trends to identify variations in flow and water quality and make appropriate changes. Oversees operation of an assigned treatment facility to maintain day to day operation necessary to meet all required Local, State and Federal regulations pertaining to the production of reuse, ground injection and potable water and comply with prescribed operating and safety standards. Uses a variety of standard testing procedures to determine problems and any adjustments needed in the treatment process. Conducts tours of facilities; responds to plant emergencies; and maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment. Drives a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems to operate and maintain plant equipment and processes, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps, and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode as well as remote via computerized control strategy. Work Environment/Physical Demands Most work is performed in plant/field settings, with occasional work done in an office environment. Works with highly hazardous chemicals such as chlorine, sulfuric acid and sulfur dioxide following strict Arizona Department of Occupational Safety and Health (ADOSH) and Water Resources departmental guidelines. Work around or uses potentially hazardous materials requiring the use of specialized equipment. Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds both short and long distances. Lift and carry heavy (up to 100 pounds or more with assistance) equipment, drums and chemicals for distances of 20 feet or more with the assistance of a hand cart or power equipment. Exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing stairs, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Seldom sedentary and includes walking or moving. Work sometimes involves climbing elevations; requires moderate muscular exertion and lifting. Moderate exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, fumes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, water hazards, bright/dim light, toxic agents, disease or pathogenic substances. Drive a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems. Work rotating shifts, weekends, overtime and a call-out schedule. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Summary This position will be filled as a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) and is anticipated to last for up to three years. This SDA opportunity is open to current King County Career Service employees who have passed their initial probation only and first consideration is given to SEIU 925 Wastewater Treatment applicants. You must get approval from your current supervisor/manager to accept a Special Duty Assignment. We are not accepting external applications at this time. Current Senior Operators represented by WTD/ SEIU Local 925 will retain their senior operator status, salary, benefits, and seniority if selected for hire for this position . Senior operator level is obtained through internal job progression process. The salary range listed above includes the Operator level ($36.3765-$46.1094/per hour) and Senior Operator level ($41.9361 -$50.6977/per hour). About the Role: The Wastewater Treatment Operator is on the front lines of protecting our community and waterways. This opportunity allows you to work closely with our stormwater conveyance system. This position will perform some grounds keeping and pump station cleaning on a weekly basis. Y ou will be expected to troubleshoot all storm water equipment, systems, and processes with limited supervision during all times of the day. A successful candidate will have the ability to provide clear and effective communications with the public, fellow team members, and other King County work groups to accomplish work requirements. The primary mission of this role is to develop a subject matter expert for the Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) stations. Develop a single point of contact for WLRD stations and any projects associated with them. Having one individual involved with helping maintain storm water regulations and looking out for the possible environmental impact they can have. This person will be heavily involved with our current Black River Pump Station upgrade project . About the Team: As an Operator maintaining the WLRD stormwater facilities, you will operate, monitor, and control storm water facilities using manual operations or complex computerized systems. This opportunity opens the door for someone to gain experience in storm water management. It will afford them the opportunity to work closely with contractors and KC Construction Management during station upgrades. It allows you to network with different work groups; gain knowledge and exposure to construction processes within the division; and work closely with the community. This experience will broaden your knowledge of our overall system allowing you to be a strong candidate for future roles within the county. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Operator, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, c omprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Operate, monitor, and maintain WLRD storm water stations. Operate, monitor, and control storm water equipment and systems with complex computer systems. Perform basic maintenance on WLRD stations and associated structures and grounds. Some duties include cleaning, and housekeeping tasks. Work with our O&M staff by providing station knowledge and writing work requests to help maintain operating equipment. Work closely with contractors and CM's on the Black River High Use Engine upgrade project. Provide troubleshooting, problem-solving, coordination and decision-making when performing duties, particularly for WLRD stations, and be able to respond to unusual and/or emergency situations. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring : Knowledge and experience with wastewater treatment processes and collection systems. Advanced knowledge with operating, monitoring, maintaining and training on plant-wide gas, chlorination, heating, ventilating and air conditioning, odor control, electrical, water, air and hydraulic equipment and systems. Advanced knowledge with operating, monitoring, maintaining and training on the equipment and systems in the preliminary treatment area, primary treatment area, secondary area and solids handling area, and in the collection and conveyance system. Basic knowledge of the operation of small and large equipment Basic knowledge of computers and associated software Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication skills to read, write and to apply oral and written instruction. Skill in working in a team environment. Competencies You Bring : Manages Complexities - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently. Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. Required Licenses for a Wastewater Treatment Operator: Washington State Group I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification from the Washington State Department of Ecology or out-of-state equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within one year of employment. Valid Washington State Driver's License. CPR and First Aid certification Required Licenses for a Wastewater Treatment Senior Operator: Washington State Group III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification or above from the Washington State Department of Ecology or out-of-state equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within one year of employment. Valid Washington State Driver's License CPR and First Aid certifications It Would Be Great if You Also Bring: Previous experience working within King County Wastewater Treatment Division. Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Work Location : South Treatment Plant - 1200 Monster Road SW, Renton, WA along with the Black River Pump Station and other King County facilities as needed. Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. The position requires the ability to work all shift schedules and required to report to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions. Union Representation : This position is represented by S.E.I.U. 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division) Physical Requirement : Incumbents perform field work at a wastewater treatment plant and associated facilities and are required to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, use ladders, and there is exposure to hazardous chemicals and noxious odors. Application and Selection Process: First consideration will be given to qualified S.E.I.U. 925 WTD applicants. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a technical assessment and one or more panel interviews. To apply, submit a: Complete Application Resume Optional Cover Letter ( w ill be reviewed if submitted ) Responses to the supplemental questions Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Angelia Remolana, HR Analyst at anremolana@kingcounty.gov . Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , Instagram , YouTube and our WTD Blog . Discover More About DNRP : Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest. Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time:
Apr 17, 2024
Part Time
Summary This position will be filled as a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) and is anticipated to last for up to three years. This SDA opportunity is open to current King County Career Service employees who have passed their initial probation only and first consideration is given to SEIU 925 Wastewater Treatment applicants. You must get approval from your current supervisor/manager to accept a Special Duty Assignment. We are not accepting external applications at this time. Current Senior Operators represented by WTD/ SEIU Local 925 will retain their senior operator status, salary, benefits, and seniority if selected for hire for this position . Senior operator level is obtained through internal job progression process. The salary range listed above includes the Operator level ($36.3765-$46.1094/per hour) and Senior Operator level ($41.9361 -$50.6977/per hour). About the Role: The Wastewater Treatment Operator is on the front lines of protecting our community and waterways. This opportunity allows you to work closely with our stormwater conveyance system. This position will perform some grounds keeping and pump station cleaning on a weekly basis. Y ou will be expected to troubleshoot all storm water equipment, systems, and processes with limited supervision during all times of the day. A successful candidate will have the ability to provide clear and effective communications with the public, fellow team members, and other King County work groups to accomplish work requirements. The primary mission of this role is to develop a subject matter expert for the Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) stations. Develop a single point of contact for WLRD stations and any projects associated with them. Having one individual involved with helping maintain storm water regulations and looking out for the possible environmental impact they can have. This person will be heavily involved with our current Black River Pump Station upgrade project . About the Team: As an Operator maintaining the WLRD stormwater facilities, you will operate, monitor, and control storm water facilities using manual operations or complex computerized systems. This opportunity opens the door for someone to gain experience in storm water management. It will afford them the opportunity to work closely with contractors and KC Construction Management during station upgrades. It allows you to network with different work groups; gain knowledge and exposure to construction processes within the division; and work closely with the community. This experience will broaden your knowledge of our overall system allowing you to be a strong candidate for future roles within the county. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Operator, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, c omprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Operate, monitor, and maintain WLRD storm water stations. Operate, monitor, and control storm water equipment and systems with complex computer systems. Perform basic maintenance on WLRD stations and associated structures and grounds. Some duties include cleaning, and housekeeping tasks. Work with our O&M staff by providing station knowledge and writing work requests to help maintain operating equipment. Work closely with contractors and CM's on the Black River High Use Engine upgrade project. Provide troubleshooting, problem-solving, coordination and decision-making when performing duties, particularly for WLRD stations, and be able to respond to unusual and/or emergency situations. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring : Knowledge and experience with wastewater treatment processes and collection systems. Advanced knowledge with operating, monitoring, maintaining and training on plant-wide gas, chlorination, heating, ventilating and air conditioning, odor control, electrical, water, air and hydraulic equipment and systems. Advanced knowledge with operating, monitoring, maintaining and training on the equipment and systems in the preliminary treatment area, primary treatment area, secondary area and solids handling area, and in the collection and conveyance system. Basic knowledge of the operation of small and large equipment Basic knowledge of computers and associated software Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication skills to read, write and to apply oral and written instruction. Skill in working in a team environment. Competencies You Bring : Manages Complexities - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently. Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. Required Licenses for a Wastewater Treatment Operator: Washington State Group I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification from the Washington State Department of Ecology or out-of-state equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within one year of employment. Valid Washington State Driver's License. CPR and First Aid certification Required Licenses for a Wastewater Treatment Senior Operator: Washington State Group III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification or above from the Washington State Department of Ecology or out-of-state equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within one year of employment. Valid Washington State Driver's License CPR and First Aid certifications It Would Be Great if You Also Bring: Previous experience working within King County Wastewater Treatment Division. Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Work Location : South Treatment Plant - 1200 Monster Road SW, Renton, WA along with the Black River Pump Station and other King County facilities as needed. Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. The position requires the ability to work all shift schedules and required to report to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions. Union Representation : This position is represented by S.E.I.U. 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division) Physical Requirement : Incumbents perform field work at a wastewater treatment plant and associated facilities and are required to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, use ladders, and there is exposure to hazardous chemicals and noxious odors. Application and Selection Process: First consideration will be given to qualified S.E.I.U. 925 WTD applicants. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a technical assessment and one or more panel interviews. To apply, submit a: Complete Application Resume Optional Cover Letter ( w ill be reviewed if submitted ) Responses to the supplemental questions Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Angelia Remolana, HR Analyst at anremolana@kingcounty.gov . Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , Instagram , YouTube and our WTD Blog . Discover More About DNRP : Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest. Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time:
City of Palo Alto
Palo Alto, California, United States
Description: Interviews may occur during the recruitment process Palo Alto is the only city in California that offers a full array of utility services to its citizens and businesses. Because of this, the City has a unique opportunity to partner with the Palo Alto community to enjoy the benefits and achievements of reliable, home-grown, and environmentally focused utilities. Palo Alto has a tradition of over 100 years of successful public utility operations. It is a tradition that continues to provide the Palo Alto community with safe and reliable utilities service, local decision-making over policies, utility ratemaking, environmental programs, and customized services. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years of experience working in water utility operations, or related field, along with managing a water distribution system. This individual will have a Water Transmission Grade 2 Certification and a Water Distribution Grade 5 Certification , has State and Federal regulatory training, and is backflow and cross connection certified. This position will monitor and maintain five receiving stations, seven reservoirs, eight wells and six regulation stations through our SCADA system and manage various maintenance programs. The candidate will be reliable, adaptable, and diligent, always working towards set goals and priorities of the Utilities, Water, Gas and Wastewater Division. Essential Duties: This i s a daily in-person position working on a 9/80 schedule with a start time of 6:30 am Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Leads and manages team, including prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, oversee training and development, and making hiring, disciplinary and termination recommendations Provides oversight to the operations and maintenance of well sites, booster stations, reservoirs, compliance water sampling, and testing Ensures certified distribution and treatment operators are properly trained to make decisions that affect water quality and storage using supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) either manually or automatically Exercise technical expertise in preparing written and oral reports Collaborates with City's Customer Service, Engineering, Water Quality Control Plant, Environmental and Safety, and other internal departments Participates in and supports the City of Palo Alto's Continuous Improvement program and projects Acts as Chief Operator and provides turnover instructions to Shift Operators daily Day-to-day oversight of all operations for the potable water, wells, pump stations, hydro-pneumatic tanks and reservoirs within the City of Palo Alto Plan, develop and oversee the work of staff involved in the implementation of efficient operations and delivery of excellent customer service while maintaining the highest level of water quality in the system and proactively addressing maintenance needs Observe, monitor, and evaluate all functions, operations and activities of the City’s water distribution systems and inclusive work units on a continuous basis; identify potential issues, problems, and opportunities and implement appropriate solutions; implement approved improvements and modifications; routinely prepare regulatory reports on operations and activities Receive and respond to difficult concerns/complaints from City water customers and the general public; initiate, oversee, and monitor investigations and communications regarding such complaints and claims against the City; and implement appropriate responses and corrective actions as necessary to resolve issues in a timely manner Provides management oversight and on-going evaluations to resolve problems during emergencies Available for on-call duty as required Minimum Qualifications: Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge and skills, which would typically be acquired through: High School Diploma, or G.E.D., and ten years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Licensing Requirements: Water Distribution Grade 5 Certification; Water Treatment Grade 2 Certification; Valid California Driver's License; Working Conditions / Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work. Full Job Description click HERE Benefits : Fantastic benfits package! Medical, Dental, Othodontia, Vision! To learn more, click HERE plus Commuter Incentives click HERE included are GoPass for CalTrain Schedule : This i s a daily in-person position working on a 9/80 schedule; Mon to Thur 6:30 am to 4:00 pm; alternating Fridays 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. Compensation (UMPAPA): Comprehensive compensationplan. To learn more, click HERE Supplemental Information: **NOTE** This position requires a weighted assessment post interview **NOTE** Interviews are tentatively scheduled for date Wednesday, March 26, 2024 The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The City of Palo Alto offers its employees a generous benefit package, featuring family medical coverage, retirement, life insurance, plus 12 paid holidays per year. Participation in a Governmental 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Dental Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Vision Plan Fully paid Life and AD&D insurance equal to annual salary Flat Rate City paid medical contribution which may allow employees to select a fully paid health plan Fully paid Life Insurance equal to one-times annual salary Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance Long Term Disability plan 12 annual paid holidays Two to five weeks vacation annually depending on years of service per MOA 96 hours annual sick leave Direct Deposit Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Childcare expenses Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% at60 formula for Classic Employees One-year final compensation for 2% at 60 employees 2% at 62 formula for New CalPers Members Three-year final compensation for 2% at 62 employees only Retiree Medical benefits for employee and dependents after 10 years of service Please note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.Since they City does not participate in SDI, City employees are not eligible to claim against the State's Pregnancy Disability Leave or Paid Family Leave programs. Closing Date/Time: 5/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description: Interviews may occur during the recruitment process Palo Alto is the only city in California that offers a full array of utility services to its citizens and businesses. Because of this, the City has a unique opportunity to partner with the Palo Alto community to enjoy the benefits and achievements of reliable, home-grown, and environmentally focused utilities. Palo Alto has a tradition of over 100 years of successful public utility operations. It is a tradition that continues to provide the Palo Alto community with safe and reliable utilities service, local decision-making over policies, utility ratemaking, environmental programs, and customized services. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years of experience working in water utility operations, or related field, along with managing a water distribution system. This individual will have a Water Transmission Grade 2 Certification and a Water Distribution Grade 5 Certification , has State and Federal regulatory training, and is backflow and cross connection certified. This position will monitor and maintain five receiving stations, seven reservoirs, eight wells and six regulation stations through our SCADA system and manage various maintenance programs. The candidate will be reliable, adaptable, and diligent, always working towards set goals and priorities of the Utilities, Water, Gas and Wastewater Division. Essential Duties: This i s a daily in-person position working on a 9/80 schedule with a start time of 6:30 am Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Leads and manages team, including prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, oversee training and development, and making hiring, disciplinary and termination recommendations Provides oversight to the operations and maintenance of well sites, booster stations, reservoirs, compliance water sampling, and testing Ensures certified distribution and treatment operators are properly trained to make decisions that affect water quality and storage using supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) either manually or automatically Exercise technical expertise in preparing written and oral reports Collaborates with City's Customer Service, Engineering, Water Quality Control Plant, Environmental and Safety, and other internal departments Participates in and supports the City of Palo Alto's Continuous Improvement program and projects Acts as Chief Operator and provides turnover instructions to Shift Operators daily Day-to-day oversight of all operations for the potable water, wells, pump stations, hydro-pneumatic tanks and reservoirs within the City of Palo Alto Plan, develop and oversee the work of staff involved in the implementation of efficient operations and delivery of excellent customer service while maintaining the highest level of water quality in the system and proactively addressing maintenance needs Observe, monitor, and evaluate all functions, operations and activities of the City’s water distribution systems and inclusive work units on a continuous basis; identify potential issues, problems, and opportunities and implement appropriate solutions; implement approved improvements and modifications; routinely prepare regulatory reports on operations and activities Receive and respond to difficult concerns/complaints from City water customers and the general public; initiate, oversee, and monitor investigations and communications regarding such complaints and claims against the City; and implement appropriate responses and corrective actions as necessary to resolve issues in a timely manner Provides management oversight and on-going evaluations to resolve problems during emergencies Available for on-call duty as required Minimum Qualifications: Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge and skills, which would typically be acquired through: High School Diploma, or G.E.D., and ten years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Licensing Requirements: Water Distribution Grade 5 Certification; Water Treatment Grade 2 Certification; Valid California Driver's License; Working Conditions / Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work. Full Job Description click HERE Benefits : Fantastic benfits package! Medical, Dental, Othodontia, Vision! To learn more, click HERE plus Commuter Incentives click HERE included are GoPass for CalTrain Schedule : This i s a daily in-person position working on a 9/80 schedule; Mon to Thur 6:30 am to 4:00 pm; alternating Fridays 6:30 am to 3:00 pm. Compensation (UMPAPA): Comprehensive compensationplan. To learn more, click HERE Supplemental Information: **NOTE** This position requires a weighted assessment post interview **NOTE** Interviews are tentatively scheduled for date Wednesday, March 26, 2024 The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The City of Palo Alto offers its employees a generous benefit package, featuring family medical coverage, retirement, life insurance, plus 12 paid holidays per year. Participation in a Governmental 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Dental Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Vision Plan Fully paid Life and AD&D insurance equal to annual salary Flat Rate City paid medical contribution which may allow employees to select a fully paid health plan Fully paid Life Insurance equal to one-times annual salary Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance Long Term Disability plan 12 annual paid holidays Two to five weeks vacation annually depending on years of service per MOA 96 hours annual sick leave Direct Deposit Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Childcare expenses Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% at60 formula for Classic Employees One-year final compensation for 2% at 60 employees 2% at 62 formula for New CalPers Members Three-year final compensation for 2% at 62 employees only Retiree Medical benefits for employee and dependents after 10 years of service Please note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.Since they City does not participate in SDI, City employees are not eligible to claim against the State's Pregnancy Disability Leave or Paid Family Leave programs. Closing Date/Time: 5/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as process control, plant operations, construction, or in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment. Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Licenses and Certifications Required: Must obtain appropriate TCEQ License as specified by position within one (1) year of employment: Water Treatment Plant or Water Distribution Systems Facility: TCEQ Class D Water Operator License. Wastewater Treatment Plant or Wastewater Collection System Facility: TCEQ Class D Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License or Class I Collection System License. Must obtain the appropriate TCEQ Class C Water/Wastewater, Water Distribution or Class II Wastewater Collection System License before Class D License expires. May require a Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License with endorsements. Valid current Texas Class “C” Driver License. Must be able to become certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined-Space Entry Program within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification. Notes to Applicants Austin Water’s Pump Stations & Reservoirs division operates 32 Pump Stations, 33 Water Reservoirs, and 2 Reclaim Reservoirs to help move potable and reclaimed water throughout the 500+ square mile system to meet customer demand and maintain water pressure. This position is responsible for performing pump stations and reservoirs operations and maintenance task, which includes but is not limited to: Operations: process control, monitoring systems, managing and adjusting water levels. Maintenance: performing mechanical work on plant equipment, such as preventative and scheduled maintenance, diagnostic and corrective maintenance, new equipment installation and equipment rebuilds. To learn more about what it means to be a Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate and the benefits of working for Austin Water, please click here for our informational brochure. For general information about a career as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant System Operator, click HERE . Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more - click HERE for more information. Additionally, this position offers a career progression plan, which provides a unique opportunity to promote without having to go through the competitive process. As employees go through on-the-job training to develop new skills and abilities and obtain the appropriate license, they are eligible to submit for Career Progression, which allows them to demonstrate knowledge and skills without having to interview for the promotion. Retention Incentive Bonus: This position may be eligible for an Incentive Bonus of up to $3,000! $500 after 90 days. $500 after 180 days. $1,000 after 1 year. $1,000 after 2 years. Pump Stations & Reservoirs - South Service Support Center 3616 S. First St., Austin, Texas 78704 Days and Hours: Required to rotate between working an 8-hour shift in Maintenance from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and working a 12-hour shift in Operations from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and/or 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM Work location and shift assignment for selected candidates will be determined based on business need and is subject to change. This position is considered essential and may be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime, callback, and on-call. Technical Licensure: This position requires employees to obtain a Class D Water License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ) within one (1) year of employment. TCEQ may restrict granting an occupational license to individuals with certain criminal convictions. To review TCEQ’s criminal conviction guidelines, go online to TCEQ . Driving Requirement: This position requires a valid current Texas Class “C” Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City’s Driver Record Evaluation Standards. Physical Requirements: This position will require that you be able to perform the following essential job functions with confidence and with or without reasonable accommodations: carrying or lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs., sitting, standing, walking, lying, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching overhead, kneeling, crawling, stooping/bending, twisting, repetitive foot and hand movement, driving, grasping and squeezing, ability to wear personal protective equipment including a self-contained breathing apparatus, exposure to extreme weather conditions, atmospheric conditions, hazardous conditions, and very loud noise. Selected candidate will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment physical exam to be considered for this position, which includes a Functional (FC) strength/agility test. Confined Space Entry Requirements: Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee are hindered. Candidates must be able to perform duties with confidence at sites where climbing ladders and working at heights of up to 200 feet and descending into confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of a required SRL body harness that supports weight as designated by work area. Candidates must be able to qualify for Austin Water’s Respiratory Protection Program. When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment and computer software used . A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $23.04 - $26.50 per hour Hours See “Notes to Applicants” Position is considered essential and may require to work on weekends, holidays, overtime, call back and on-call. Job Close Date 05/09/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 3616 S. First St., Austin, Texas 78704 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience maintaining and repairing mechanical industrial equipment including hydraulic systems, motors, and pumps. Previous pumping distribution or water treatment experience in a municipal water system. Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System ( CMMS ) for work order and asset management, basic computer navigation skills, and the ability to learn new software applications. Training and/or experience in fabricating, machining, welding and the use of oxygen and acetylene torch (cutting, brazing, soldering, etc). Knowledge of safety practices in the workplace including confined space entry, ladder climbing, water and boat safety, and hazardous chemicals. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Assists with process control tasks such as basic flow control, sampling, basic laboratory testing, normal operations of pumps and blowers, and adjusting chemical feeds. Assists with preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication; changing equipment oil/fluids; and installing packing, bearings, and seals. Assists with predictive and corrective maintenance on specialized equipment such as pumps, blowers, clarifiers, and valves. Assists with routine rounds of the facilities to monitor treatment process and identify process anomalies or mechanical problems with plant equipment. Monitors data from SCADA systems and computerized control systems, instrument panels, and gauges in order to make basic process changes as directed. Maintains plant operations and maintenance records using log books, databases, and spreadsheets. Acts as member of Confined Space Entry Team and may serve as entrant or assistant. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of general maintenance processes and procedures. Knowledge of basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimalized numbers, fractions, and percents. Skill in using computers and related software. Skill in using hand tools and power tools. Skill in operating a motor vehicle and motorized equipment. Ability to work in environments that may have hazardous atmospheres. Ability to climb ladders and work at heights of up to 200 feet, and to work in confined spaces up to 100 feet deep. Ability to work in permit and non-permit confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the work activities may be hindered. Ability to safely wear anti-fall ( SRL ) body harness for confined space entry that supports up to 283 pounds. Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, and lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures. Ability to take simple readings from meters, gauges, control panels, and testing and monitoring equipment. Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Water Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as process control, plant operations, construction, or in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment. Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * This position requires a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License. Do you have a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that external new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * This position will require that you be able to perform duties with confidence climbing ladders and working at heights of up to 200 feet and descending into confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of an SRL Body Harness, while lifting and/or carrying equipment or supplies unassisted. Are you able to meet these requirements and perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations? Yes No * Are you able to become certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined-Space Entry Program within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification? Yes No * This position will require flexibility to rotate between Operations and Maintenance duties including rotating between a 12 hour day shift and 12 hour night shift which will include weekends. If offered this position, are you willing to maintain this type of rotating schedule? Yes No * This position is categorized as "Essential Personnel". Essential Personnel are considered critical positions and may be required to work during emergencies outside of or in addition to the normal schedule. If offered the position, are you willing to work scheduled and unscheduled hours as mandated by the needs of the business? Yes No * How many years of experience do you have in maintenance of industrial or mechanical equipment, such as pumps, motors, boilers, blowers, and air compressors? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years Five (5) or more years * How many years of experience do you have repairing and maintaining hydraulic equipment? None Less than 1 year 1 to less than 2 years 2 to less than 3 years 3 to less than 4 years 4 or more years * Do you have previous pumping distribution or water treatment experience in a municipal water system? Yes No * Which of the following best describes your experience with process control or plant operations? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Select the skill level that best describes your proficiency with computers. No experience or not proficient Basic proficiency with computers Intermediate proficiency with computers Advanced proficiency with computers * How many years of experience do you have in welding and metal fabrication? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Which of the following best describes your Water License issued by TCEQ? I have a Class "D" Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "C" Surface Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "B" Surface Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "C" Water Distribution License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "B" Water Distribution License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "A" Water Treatment License issued by TCEQ I do not have a TCEQ License. * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Apr 26, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as process control, plant operations, construction, or in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment. Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Licenses and Certifications Required: Must obtain appropriate TCEQ License as specified by position within one (1) year of employment: Water Treatment Plant or Water Distribution Systems Facility: TCEQ Class D Water Operator License. Wastewater Treatment Plant or Wastewater Collection System Facility: TCEQ Class D Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License or Class I Collection System License. Must obtain the appropriate TCEQ Class C Water/Wastewater, Water Distribution or Class II Wastewater Collection System License before Class D License expires. May require a Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License with endorsements. Valid current Texas Class “C” Driver License. Must be able to become certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined-Space Entry Program within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification. Notes to Applicants Austin Water’s Pump Stations & Reservoirs division operates 32 Pump Stations, 33 Water Reservoirs, and 2 Reclaim Reservoirs to help move potable and reclaimed water throughout the 500+ square mile system to meet customer demand and maintain water pressure. This position is responsible for performing pump stations and reservoirs operations and maintenance task, which includes but is not limited to: Operations: process control, monitoring systems, managing and adjusting water levels. Maintenance: performing mechanical work on plant equipment, such as preventative and scheduled maintenance, diagnostic and corrective maintenance, new equipment installation and equipment rebuilds. To learn more about what it means to be a Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate and the benefits of working for Austin Water, please click here for our informational brochure. For general information about a career as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant System Operator, click HERE . Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more - click HERE for more information. Additionally, this position offers a career progression plan, which provides a unique opportunity to promote without having to go through the competitive process. As employees go through on-the-job training to develop new skills and abilities and obtain the appropriate license, they are eligible to submit for Career Progression, which allows them to demonstrate knowledge and skills without having to interview for the promotion. Retention Incentive Bonus: This position may be eligible for an Incentive Bonus of up to $3,000! $500 after 90 days. $500 after 180 days. $1,000 after 1 year. $1,000 after 2 years. Pump Stations & Reservoirs - South Service Support Center 3616 S. First St., Austin, Texas 78704 Days and Hours: Required to rotate between working an 8-hour shift in Maintenance from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and working a 12-hour shift in Operations from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and/or 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM Work location and shift assignment for selected candidates will be determined based on business need and is subject to change. This position is considered essential and may be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime, callback, and on-call. Technical Licensure: This position requires employees to obtain a Class D Water License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ) within one (1) year of employment. TCEQ may restrict granting an occupational license to individuals with certain criminal convictions. To review TCEQ’s criminal conviction guidelines, go online to TCEQ . Driving Requirement: This position requires a valid current Texas Class “C” Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City’s Driver Record Evaluation Standards. Physical Requirements: This position will require that you be able to perform the following essential job functions with confidence and with or without reasonable accommodations: carrying or lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs., sitting, standing, walking, lying, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching overhead, kneeling, crawling, stooping/bending, twisting, repetitive foot and hand movement, driving, grasping and squeezing, ability to wear personal protective equipment including a self-contained breathing apparatus, exposure to extreme weather conditions, atmospheric conditions, hazardous conditions, and very loud noise. Selected candidate will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment physical exam to be considered for this position, which includes a Functional (FC) strength/agility test. Confined Space Entry Requirements: Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee are hindered. Candidates must be able to perform duties with confidence at sites where climbing ladders and working at heights of up to 200 feet and descending into confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of a required SRL body harness that supports weight as designated by work area. Candidates must be able to qualify for Austin Water’s Respiratory Protection Program. When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment and computer software used . A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $23.04 - $26.50 per hour Hours See “Notes to Applicants” Position is considered essential and may require to work on weekends, holidays, overtime, call back and on-call. Job Close Date 05/09/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 3616 S. First St., Austin, Texas 78704 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience maintaining and repairing mechanical industrial equipment including hydraulic systems, motors, and pumps. Previous pumping distribution or water treatment experience in a municipal water system. Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System ( CMMS ) for work order and asset management, basic computer navigation skills, and the ability to learn new software applications. Training and/or experience in fabricating, machining, welding and the use of oxygen and acetylene torch (cutting, brazing, soldering, etc). Knowledge of safety practices in the workplace including confined space entry, ladder climbing, water and boat safety, and hazardous chemicals. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Assists with process control tasks such as basic flow control, sampling, basic laboratory testing, normal operations of pumps and blowers, and adjusting chemical feeds. Assists with preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication; changing equipment oil/fluids; and installing packing, bearings, and seals. Assists with predictive and corrective maintenance on specialized equipment such as pumps, blowers, clarifiers, and valves. Assists with routine rounds of the facilities to monitor treatment process and identify process anomalies or mechanical problems with plant equipment. Monitors data from SCADA systems and computerized control systems, instrument panels, and gauges in order to make basic process changes as directed. Maintains plant operations and maintenance records using log books, databases, and spreadsheets. Acts as member of Confined Space Entry Team and may serve as entrant or assistant. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of general maintenance processes and procedures. Knowledge of basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimalized numbers, fractions, and percents. Skill in using computers and related software. Skill in using hand tools and power tools. Skill in operating a motor vehicle and motorized equipment. Ability to work in environments that may have hazardous atmospheres. Ability to climb ladders and work at heights of up to 200 feet, and to work in confined spaces up to 100 feet deep. Ability to work in permit and non-permit confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the work activities may be hindered. Ability to safely wear anti-fall ( SRL ) body harness for confined space entry that supports up to 283 pounds. Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, and lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures. Ability to take simple readings from meters, gauges, control panels, and testing and monitoring equipment. Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Water Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as process control, plant operations, construction, or in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment. Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * This position requires a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License. Do you have a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that external new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * This position will require that you be able to perform duties with confidence climbing ladders and working at heights of up to 200 feet and descending into confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of an SRL Body Harness, while lifting and/or carrying equipment or supplies unassisted. Are you able to meet these requirements and perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations? Yes No * Are you able to become certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined-Space Entry Program within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification? Yes No * This position will require flexibility to rotate between Operations and Maintenance duties including rotating between a 12 hour day shift and 12 hour night shift which will include weekends. If offered this position, are you willing to maintain this type of rotating schedule? Yes No * This position is categorized as "Essential Personnel". Essential Personnel are considered critical positions and may be required to work during emergencies outside of or in addition to the normal schedule. If offered the position, are you willing to work scheduled and unscheduled hours as mandated by the needs of the business? Yes No * How many years of experience do you have in maintenance of industrial or mechanical equipment, such as pumps, motors, boilers, blowers, and air compressors? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years Five (5) or more years * How many years of experience do you have repairing and maintaining hydraulic equipment? None Less than 1 year 1 to less than 2 years 2 to less than 3 years 3 to less than 4 years 4 or more years * Do you have previous pumping distribution or water treatment experience in a municipal water system? Yes No * Which of the following best describes your experience with process control or plant operations? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Select the skill level that best describes your proficiency with computers. No experience or not proficient Basic proficiency with computers Intermediate proficiency with computers Advanced proficiency with computers * How many years of experience do you have in welding and metal fabrication? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Which of the following best describes your Water License issued by TCEQ? I have a Class "D" Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "C" Surface Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "B" Surface Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "C" Water Distribution License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "B" Water Distribution License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "A" Water Treatment License issued by TCEQ I do not have a TCEQ License. * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
Riverside, CA, United States
The Position 3% salary increase effective July 1, 2024, c lick HERE for details The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of WASTEWATER PLANT ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN I or II to fill two (2) vacancies in the Sewer Electrical Instrument Division of the Public Works Department . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. The ideal candidate(s) will have experience in process controls such as maintaining and repairing complex electrical and electronic operational controls, recording, alarm systems and variable speed pump control equipment. Additionally, the best candidate(s) will have experience in the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of PLCs throughout the plant and collections lift station system network. Finally, the top candidate will have experience in analytical equipment such as residual, D.O., PH, conductivity, and turbidity and like equipment. The Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I or II performs skilled work on electrical and Instrumentation of all equipment in a wastewater treatment plant and collections system. Works on any day, swing, or graveyard shift or on standby and performs related work as required. Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I $71,268.00 - $86,640.00 Annually This is the entry level class in the wastewater plant electrical & instrumentation technician series. For a full description of the Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I position, please click here . Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician II $81,888.00 - $99,516.00 Annually This is the advanced class in the Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician series. For a full description of the Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician II position, please click here . ***MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS*** Work Performed Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Installs, maintains, and services, wire, relays, pull boxes, and switches in making additions, extensions, or alterations in electrical systems. Maintains, repairs, and replaces more complex and challenging electrical and electronic equipment, including motor, and pumps, generators, controllers, switches and electronic boards, circuitry, analyzers, samplers, and other related components. Performs technical troubleshooting, testing, locating, and repairing defects in electrical and electronic circuits, signals, fiber optics, and electrical gear up to 4160 volts. Uses, operates, and applies a variety of electrical diagnostic and test equipment. Troubleshoots, identifies, and addresses problems in electrical and electronic systems, reading and interpreting blueprints, wire diagrams and schematics, and utilizing a variety of test equipment. Tests, cleans, repairs, rebuilds, and calibrates metering equipment; reprograms and maintains microprocessor and instrumentation systems and equipment. Maintains and repairs the more complex electrical and electronic operational controls, recording, alarm systems and variable speed pump control equipment. Maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots PLC's throughout the plant and collections lift station system network; troubleshoots analytical equipment such as residual, D.O., PH, conductivity, and turbidity and like equipment. Participates and assists with other general plant and facility maintenance activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Recruitment Guidelines Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I: Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED); supplemental education or certificate program in electronics preferred. Experience: One (1) year experience in electrical and electronic instrumentation system installation, maintenance and repair involving water or wastewater plant treatment processes. Necessary Special Requirement for Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I: Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid appropriate Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Possession of a CWEA Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Grade I certification within 12 months of hire date. Recruitment Guidelines for Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician II: Education : High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED), supplemented by completion of a certificate program in electronics. Experience: Three (3) years of full-time experience in the more complex electrical and instrumentation systems in installation, maintenance, and repair, preferably involving water or wastewater plant treatment processes. Necessary Special Requirement for Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician II: Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid appropriate Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Possession of a CWEA Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Grade I certification. Must have the ability to obtain a CWEA Electrical and Instrumentation Technician Grade II certification within 12 months of hire date or promotion. Highly Desirable Qualification(s): Experience in Process Controls Experience in Analytical Equipment Physical Demands and Working Conditions : Work is done inside and outside in the field with exposure to inclement weather, hazards, chemicals, equipment, construction materials, wastewater, electronic hazards, and fumes. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives and will provide professional customer service. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Current CWEA Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Certificate (must be scanned and attached to the online application). PLEASE NOTE: THE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED MUST BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW AN APPLICATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ATTACHMENT. FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide). IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination. NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Mar 29, 2024
Full Time
The Position 3% salary increase effective July 1, 2024, c lick HERE for details The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of WASTEWATER PLANT ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN I or II to fill two (2) vacancies in the Sewer Electrical Instrument Division of the Public Works Department . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. The ideal candidate(s) will have experience in process controls such as maintaining and repairing complex electrical and electronic operational controls, recording, alarm systems and variable speed pump control equipment. Additionally, the best candidate(s) will have experience in the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of PLCs throughout the plant and collections lift station system network. Finally, the top candidate will have experience in analytical equipment such as residual, D.O., PH, conductivity, and turbidity and like equipment. The Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I or II performs skilled work on electrical and Instrumentation of all equipment in a wastewater treatment plant and collections system. Works on any day, swing, or graveyard shift or on standby and performs related work as required. Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I $71,268.00 - $86,640.00 Annually This is the entry level class in the wastewater plant electrical & instrumentation technician series. For a full description of the Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I position, please click here . Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician II $81,888.00 - $99,516.00 Annually This is the advanced class in the Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician series. For a full description of the Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician II position, please click here . ***MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS*** Work Performed Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Installs, maintains, and services, wire, relays, pull boxes, and switches in making additions, extensions, or alterations in electrical systems. Maintains, repairs, and replaces more complex and challenging electrical and electronic equipment, including motor, and pumps, generators, controllers, switches and electronic boards, circuitry, analyzers, samplers, and other related components. Performs technical troubleshooting, testing, locating, and repairing defects in electrical and electronic circuits, signals, fiber optics, and electrical gear up to 4160 volts. Uses, operates, and applies a variety of electrical diagnostic and test equipment. Troubleshoots, identifies, and addresses problems in electrical and electronic systems, reading and interpreting blueprints, wire diagrams and schematics, and utilizing a variety of test equipment. Tests, cleans, repairs, rebuilds, and calibrates metering equipment; reprograms and maintains microprocessor and instrumentation systems and equipment. Maintains and repairs the more complex electrical and electronic operational controls, recording, alarm systems and variable speed pump control equipment. Maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots PLC's throughout the plant and collections lift station system network; troubleshoots analytical equipment such as residual, D.O., PH, conductivity, and turbidity and like equipment. Participates and assists with other general plant and facility maintenance activities. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Recruitment Guidelines Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I: Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED); supplemental education or certificate program in electronics preferred. Experience: One (1) year experience in electrical and electronic instrumentation system installation, maintenance and repair involving water or wastewater plant treatment processes. Necessary Special Requirement for Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician I: Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid appropriate Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Possession of a CWEA Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Grade I certification within 12 months of hire date. Recruitment Guidelines for Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician II: Education : High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED), supplemented by completion of a certificate program in electronics. Experience: Three (3) years of full-time experience in the more complex electrical and instrumentation systems in installation, maintenance, and repair, preferably involving water or wastewater plant treatment processes. Necessary Special Requirement for Wastewater Plant Electrical & Instrument Technician II: Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid appropriate Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Possession of a CWEA Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Grade I certification. Must have the ability to obtain a CWEA Electrical and Instrumentation Technician Grade II certification within 12 months of hire date or promotion. Highly Desirable Qualification(s): Experience in Process Controls Experience in Analytical Equipment Physical Demands and Working Conditions : Work is done inside and outside in the field with exposure to inclement weather, hazards, chemicals, equipment, construction materials, wastewater, electronic hazards, and fumes. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives and will provide professional customer service. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Current CWEA Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Certificate (must be scanned and attached to the online application). PLEASE NOTE: THE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED MUST BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW AN APPLICATION TO BE SUBMITTED WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ATTACHMENT. FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide). IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination. NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
CITY OF FRESNO, CA
Fresno, California, United States
Position Description IN ACKNOWLEDGING THE TEN DAY POSTING REQUIREMENT REFERENCED IN FRESNO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3-239, THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT HAS POSTED THIS ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE CLOSING OF THIS CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. THIS RECRUITMENT WILL BE CLOSED EFFECTIVE MIDNIGHT, MAY 04, 2024. Wastewater Treatment Plant Technicians operate and maintain Wastewater Treatment Plant equipment and facilities. Incumbents are responsible for the operation of a modern Class V secondary wastewater treatment plant. Incumbents may be assigned to work any shift and may be required to work holidays and weekends. This is a flexibly-staffed series, which allows incumbents to flex to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Specialist after obtaining the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate. The probationary period for employees in this classification shall be up to eighteen (18) months, at the discretion of management. An employee in this series must serve a minimum one (1) year probationary period. Employees in this classification must obtain the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate within eighteen (18) months of appointment. Failure to obtain the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate within eighteen (18) months will be cause for termination. One vacancy currently exists in the Department of Public Utilities, Wastewater Division. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months. Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule BENEFITS: UNIT 1 Classification - International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers- IUOE (Local 39) HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings. VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8-15 hours per month. SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days. SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program. BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free. RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security. DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options. Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1 The Requirements Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and do not assure placement on the eligible list. Possession of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade I certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board. The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno. Additional Requirements This position requires possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record. Employees in this classification must obtain the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate within eighteen (18) months of appointment. Failure to obtain the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate within eighteen (18) months will be cause for termination from this class. How To Apply APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders. Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE. Selection Process The examination process may consist of the following: Written Examination: 100%: A job-related written examination will be administered which may test a candidate's knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to the operation of mechanical/electrical equipment, the operation and maintenance of mechanical/electrical equipment, ability to follow oral and written instructions and Candidates must achieve a passing score on the Written Examination to qualify for placement on the eligible list. The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of: November 20, 2023. Veteran Preference Regulations Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination. Closing Date/Time: 05/04/2024
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Position Description IN ACKNOWLEDGING THE TEN DAY POSTING REQUIREMENT REFERENCED IN FRESNO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3-239, THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT HAS POSTED THIS ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE CLOSING OF THIS CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT. THIS RECRUITMENT WILL BE CLOSED EFFECTIVE MIDNIGHT, MAY 04, 2024. Wastewater Treatment Plant Technicians operate and maintain Wastewater Treatment Plant equipment and facilities. Incumbents are responsible for the operation of a modern Class V secondary wastewater treatment plant. Incumbents may be assigned to work any shift and may be required to work holidays and weekends. This is a flexibly-staffed series, which allows incumbents to flex to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Specialist after obtaining the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate. The probationary period for employees in this classification shall be up to eighteen (18) months, at the discretion of management. An employee in this series must serve a minimum one (1) year probationary period. Employees in this classification must obtain the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate within eighteen (18) months of appointment. Failure to obtain the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate within eighteen (18) months will be cause for termination. One vacancy currently exists in the Department of Public Utilities, Wastewater Division. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months. Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule BENEFITS: UNIT 1 Classification - International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers- IUOE (Local 39) HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings. VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8-15 hours per month. SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days. SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days. SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program. BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free. RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security. DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options. Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1 The Requirements Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and do not assure placement on the eligible list. Possession of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade I certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board. The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno. Additional Requirements This position requires possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record. Employees in this classification must obtain the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate within eighteen (18) months of appointment. Failure to obtain the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate within eighteen (18) months will be cause for termination from this class. How To Apply APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application. ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders. Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE. Selection Process The examination process may consist of the following: Written Examination: 100%: A job-related written examination will be administered which may test a candidate's knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to the operation of mechanical/electrical equipment, the operation and maintenance of mechanical/electrical equipment, ability to follow oral and written instructions and Candidates must achieve a passing score on the Written Examination to qualify for placement on the eligible list. The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of: November 20, 2023. Veteran Preference Regulations Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination. Closing Date/Time: 05/04/2024
Announcement Number: 44502 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 10/05/2023 Recruiter: ADRIAN FOSTER Phone: (702)486-2911 Email: adrian@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position Heat Plant Specialists operate, adjust, monitor, maintain, clean and repair high and/or low pressure boilers and hot water heat generating equipment, auxiliary equipment such as fuel and combustion systems, compressors, pumps, steam lines, steam traps, heat exchangers, water lines, controls, gauges, and emergency power generators. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. Heat Plant Specialist III will work under the direct supervision of the Facility Supervisor II. They will responsible for checking system functions; monitoring and /or adjusting a computerized energy managements system; adjust combustion and safety controls; adjust press and temperature gauges; take water samples and analyze chemical properties of feed water; prevent water deposits and sludge build-up. They will also be doing preventative maintenance, system maintenance, keeping system logs and be required to respond to emergencies. This position is required to be filled 24 hours a day. Shifts required are day, night and graveyard. Shifts are eight hours. Days off vary depending of the vacant shift. Earn three weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave every year. Twelve paid holidays per year. Maintenance department works 24 hours. Shift are rotating , need to be available for all shifts. Also need to be available for call ins. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-9_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Completion of a recognized heat plant apprenticeship program followed by one year of journey level experience as a heat plant specialist; OR one year of experience as a Heat Plant Specialist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Notes Journey level experience is gained after the completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or after four years full time equivalent skilled work experience under the supervision of a journey level boiler operator. This position requires working directly with inmates. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. A valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Announcement Number: 44502 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 10/05/2023 Recruiter: ADRIAN FOSTER Phone: (702)486-2911 Email: adrian@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted until recruitment needs are satisfied ** Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. The Position Heat Plant Specialists operate, adjust, monitor, maintain, clean and repair high and/or low pressure boilers and hot water heat generating equipment, auxiliary equipment such as fuel and combustion systems, compressors, pumps, steam lines, steam traps, heat exchangers, water lines, controls, gauges, and emergency power generators. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. Heat Plant Specialist III will work under the direct supervision of the Facility Supervisor II. They will responsible for checking system functions; monitoring and /or adjusting a computerized energy managements system; adjust combustion and safety controls; adjust press and temperature gauges; take water samples and analyze chemical properties of feed water; prevent water deposits and sludge build-up. They will also be doing preventative maintenance, system maintenance, keeping system logs and be required to respond to emergencies. This position is required to be filled 24 hours a day. Shifts required are day, night and graveyard. Shifts are eight hours. Days off vary depending of the vacant shift. Earn three weeks of vacation and three weeks of sick leave every year. Twelve paid holidays per year. Maintenance department works 24 hours. Shift are rotating , need to be available for all shifts. Also need to be available for call ins. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. *** THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-9_0/ To Qualify: In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Completion of a recognized heat plant apprenticeship program followed by one year of journey level experience as a heat plant specialist; OR one year of experience as a Heat Plant Specialist II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Notes Journey level experience is gained after the completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or after four years full time equivalent skilled work experience under the supervision of a journey level boiler operator. This position requires working directly with inmates. Special Requirements A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. A valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following: Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org Public Employees Benefits Program: http://pebp.state.nv.us More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB REFER A FRIEND Help us reach qualified candidates! Refer a friend by clicking here: Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management Northern Nevada 515 East Musser Street, First Floor Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT
Hayward, California, United States
Job Details Level : Entry Job Location : Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) - Hayward, CA Position Type : Hourly Education Level : None Salary Range : $18.10 - $24.43 Hourly Travel Percentage : Negligible Job Shift : Day Job Category : Aquatics Do you enjoy supporting the community? Do you have a passion for keeping things functional and in good shape? If so, then we have the job for you! We are in search of a seasonal Pool Maintenance Technician. This position plays a fundamental park of keeping our pools maintained and safe, some of the functions will include; ensuring the aquatics facilities are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition, maintaining the aquatics buildings and grounds. This is a seasonal position working 40 hours per week from April to September 2024. Here are the details about the positions: Available Positions: 2 Hourly Rate: $18.10/hour - $24.43/hour Work Schedule: Sunday - Saturday, up to 40 hours/week Work hours: Between the hours of 5:30AM - 9:00PM Part-Time, Seasonal, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position Work Location: Multiple pools within the district Anticipated Start Date: April 2024 Duration: Summer season will run from April 6 th to September 6 th Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 - June 30) First review of applications will be February 20 th , 2024. Applications received after first review will be reviewed as we receive them. This posting may close at any time. POSITION SUMMARY Under direction from the Recreation Supervisor or the Aquatics Maintenance and Construction Foreman, performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks for the District’s pool maintenance program; ensures aquatics facilities are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition maintains aquatics buildings and grounds; and performs related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level classification responsible for performing aquatics facility maintenance. Performance requires ability to work independently with initiative and discretion within established guidelines. Receives direction from Recreation Supervisor or the Aquatics Maintenance and Construction Foreman. Work is reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks for the aquatic maintenance program, requiring proficiency in chemical treatment, and water testing; ensures aquatics facilities are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition Ensures that pool systems operate in accordance with mandated requirements. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, chlorination equipment, chemical feed system, storage tanks Maintains records of pool testing results and actions/adjustments taken; documents general maintenance activities Performs landscaping tasks within aquatic facilities and grounds Performs custodial tasks within aquatics facilities and grounds Performs other duties as assigned WORK ENVIRONMENT Employees may work in the field and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, cold and/or hot temperatures, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids rendering First Aid and CPR and are required to wear appropriate attire for the recreation activity to which they are assigned. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment and office environment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and distinguish colors in wiring; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify or resolve pool maintenance problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate tools and equipment. Incumbents in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb and descend ladders, operate hand tools, and inspect pool work sites. Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 100 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Ability and Skill to: Perform a full range of semi-skilled aquatics facility maintenance Provide proper maintenance and inspections of aquatics facilities and equipment as required by regulations Understand, interpret, and apply all relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures Safely operate power driven tools and equipment Ensure the safety of patrons, colleagues, and self in the performance of duties Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships Maintain records and files on work performed Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing Knowledge of: Methods and techniques used in the operation, repair, and maintenance of swimming pools, equipment, and facilities Operational characteristics of pool equipment, such as pumps, motors, chemical feeders, and related apparatus Principles and practices of pool water testing and proper chemical water treatments Principles and practices of recordkeeping, cleaning and building maintenance Principles and practices for providing high level of customer service Occupational hazards and standard safety practices Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation Education/Experience/Training: California Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driving record Two years of relevant aquatics facility maintenance experience Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) with 6 months of hire date Any combination of experience, training and/or education that provided the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the class is acceptable Special Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age If 18 years of age and still in high school, must possess a valid work permit If 18 years of age or older, must pass a fingerprint and/or background clearance prior to employment Completion of the Hepatitis B vaccination series is recommended Completion of Tuberculosis (TB) test required Verification of ID and ability work in the USA
Mar 07, 2024
Part Time
Job Details Level : Entry Job Location : Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) - Hayward, CA Position Type : Hourly Education Level : None Salary Range : $18.10 - $24.43 Hourly Travel Percentage : Negligible Job Shift : Day Job Category : Aquatics Do you enjoy supporting the community? Do you have a passion for keeping things functional and in good shape? If so, then we have the job for you! We are in search of a seasonal Pool Maintenance Technician. This position plays a fundamental park of keeping our pools maintained and safe, some of the functions will include; ensuring the aquatics facilities are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition, maintaining the aquatics buildings and grounds. This is a seasonal position working 40 hours per week from April to September 2024. Here are the details about the positions: Available Positions: 2 Hourly Rate: $18.10/hour - $24.43/hour Work Schedule: Sunday - Saturday, up to 40 hours/week Work hours: Between the hours of 5:30AM - 9:00PM Part-Time, Seasonal, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position Work Location: Multiple pools within the district Anticipated Start Date: April 2024 Duration: Summer season will run from April 6 th to September 6 th Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 - June 30) First review of applications will be February 20 th , 2024. Applications received after first review will be reviewed as we receive them. This posting may close at any time. POSITION SUMMARY Under direction from the Recreation Supervisor or the Aquatics Maintenance and Construction Foreman, performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks for the District’s pool maintenance program; ensures aquatics facilities are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition maintains aquatics buildings and grounds; and performs related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level classification responsible for performing aquatics facility maintenance. Performance requires ability to work independently with initiative and discretion within established guidelines. Receives direction from Recreation Supervisor or the Aquatics Maintenance and Construction Foreman. Work is reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks for the aquatic maintenance program, requiring proficiency in chemical treatment, and water testing; ensures aquatics facilities are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition Ensures that pool systems operate in accordance with mandated requirements. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, chlorination equipment, chemical feed system, storage tanks Maintains records of pool testing results and actions/adjustments taken; documents general maintenance activities Performs landscaping tasks within aquatic facilities and grounds Performs custodial tasks within aquatics facilities and grounds Performs other duties as assigned WORK ENVIRONMENT Employees may work in the field and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, cold and/or hot temperatures, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards. Incumbents may be exposed to blood and body fluids rendering First Aid and CPR and are required to wear appropriate attire for the recreation activity to which they are assigned. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Work is primarily performed within a public swimming pool environment and office environment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and distinguish colors in wiring; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify or resolve pool maintenance problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate tools and equipment. Incumbents in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb and descend ladders, operate hand tools, and inspect pool work sites. Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 100 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Ability and Skill to: Perform a full range of semi-skilled aquatics facility maintenance Provide proper maintenance and inspections of aquatics facilities and equipment as required by regulations Understand, interpret, and apply all relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures Safely operate power driven tools and equipment Ensure the safety of patrons, colleagues, and self in the performance of duties Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships Maintain records and files on work performed Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing Knowledge of: Methods and techniques used in the operation, repair, and maintenance of swimming pools, equipment, and facilities Operational characteristics of pool equipment, such as pumps, motors, chemical feeders, and related apparatus Principles and practices of pool water testing and proper chemical water treatments Principles and practices of recordkeeping, cleaning and building maintenance Principles and practices for providing high level of customer service Occupational hazards and standard safety practices Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation Education/Experience/Training: California Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driving record Two years of relevant aquatics facility maintenance experience Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) with 6 months of hire date Any combination of experience, training and/or education that provided the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the class is acceptable Special Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age If 18 years of age and still in high school, must possess a valid work permit If 18 years of age or older, must pass a fingerprint and/or background clearance prior to employment Completion of the Hepatitis B vaccination series is recommended Completion of Tuberculosis (TB) test required Verification of ID and ability work in the USA
Introduction THIS IS A NEW CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended.This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME . Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted on-line . Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted on-line. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. DESCRIPTION ALAMEDA COUNTY HEALTH Alameda County Health is the local government agency that promotes and protects the health and well-being of all who live, work, learn, and play in Alameda County. We coordinate services and cultivate partnerships with community organizations and providers to help ensure access, organize, and deliver health care and services to people with Medi-Cal and without insurance, support resilient communities, and improve health for all. We focus on health equity by developing programs and systemic solutions that reduce disparities for the people and communities we serve. Alameda County Health’s departments and programs focus on services and support that provide care for the whole person. • The Behavioral Health Department provides mental health and substance use services for people with Medi-Cal and without insurance and supports people along their path to wellness, recovery, and resilience. • The Environmental Health Department works to keep our air, water, and food safe; it regulates, protects, and promotes the health of everyone in Alameda County by enforcing environmental health codes to reduce exposure to toxins and diseases. • The Public Health Department focuses on community and population-level health, preventing and addressing root causes of health inequity across a range of communicable and chronic diseases. • Alameda County Health also provides services through Housing and Homelessness Services, Emergency Medical Services Agency, HealthPAC, and Healthy Schools and Communities. PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT As part of Alameda County Health, the Public Health Department works in partnership with our local communities to ensure the optimal health and well-being of all people. We monitor health status and service delivery, prevent disease, mobilize communities, conduct outreach, and promote health policy and education. We actively seek partnerships and engage with the community to improve community health through a dynamic and responsive process that respects diversity, addresses health equity, and challenges us to provide for present and future generations. We are nurses, doctors, community psychologists, epidemiologists, dentists, medical social workers, physical and occupational therapists, dietitians, outreach workers, health educators, program managers, and pre-hospital care coordinators. THE POSITION Registered Nurse IIIs act as lead nurses, assist in providing direction, consultation, coordination and review of the work of professional nursing, and para-professional staff on an assigned team; precept nursing students; plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the delivery of nursing care services to individuals and communities; assist in the management of a program/project; and perform related duties as required. THE VACANCIES The current vacancies for this position are located in the Social Services Agency and in thefollowing programs of the Public Health Department; Adult Protective Services, Nurse Family Partnership, Nursing Administration, and Tuberculosis Control (TB). However, the eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other program areas. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, these positions require possession of a current and valid California Public Health Nursing (PHN) certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. ALAMEDA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSES Public Health Nurses (PHNs) work as part of multidisciplinary teams and are embedded inside well-funded comprehensive programs to ensure that our diverse, low-income, multi-stressed individuals, families, and communities are served in holistic ways. PHNs work in multiple programs/units as case managers, community engagement specialists, consultants, coordinators, educators, health screeners, inspectors, investigators, and vaccinators, in the areas of Children’s Medical Services, Central Referral and Intake, Chronic Disease, Communicable Disease, Community Engagement, Immunization Assistance, Correctional Health, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health, Nurse Education, Nurse Recruitment, Occupational Health, Older Adults and Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. The Public Health Department maintains a Memorandum of Understanding with the Alameda County Social Services Agency for the provision of PH Nursing services to clients in the Departments of Adult and Aging Services (Adult Protective Services, Public Conservator, Public Guardian, and In-Home Supportive Services) and Children and Family Services (Foster Care Assessment Center and the Medically Fragile and Services to Enhance Early Development Units). Descriptions of some of these program/units are specifically highlighted below: PROGRAM OVERVIEW Adult Protective Services (APS) and Foster Care PHNs provide nursing case management services to clients with complicated chronic medical conditions. These conditions often render the client vulnerable to ongoing abuse and neglect and at risk for additional medical emergencies, further traumatizing clients and creating cycles of recidivism. Casework may include home visits (to client's residence, hospital, board & care home, health clinic, day program or skilled nursing facility) to conduct an assessment, engagement of the client and client's informal and formal support system in accordance with the service plan of the APS Social Worker, which is designed to reduce or eliminate risk for the client. PHNs will provide health education to clients and their caregivers and/or family and will advocate on behalf of clients for access to required medical services. PHN Case Managers may recognize and coordinate care for varying stages of dementia and cognition; identifying and facilitating appropriate level of care, which could lead to out-of-home placement (such as skilled-nursing facilities, board and cares etc.); facilitating the enrollment process and care provider selection for In-Home Support Services (IHSS) or the selection of other care appropriate providers; and coordinating services, such as Meals-on-Wheels, Friendly Visitors, transportation services (i.e. Paratransit). Nurse Family Partnership Nurse-Family Partnership is a home visiting program that partners nurses with low income first-time moms residing primarily in Oakland, in order to improve birth outcomes, increase self-sufficiency and improve child development. Case management services begin in pregnancy and continue until the child reaches two years old. During that time, families receive health education and assessments, child development information and screenings and help with goal setting so that they can create better lives for their child and themselves. Nursing Administration The Nursing Administration Office sits inside of the Public Health Nursing Division and is comprised of the Central Intake and Referral Unit, Education and Professional Development Unit, Public Health Nurse Recruitment and Retention Unit, Quality Improvement and Nurse Informatics Units, and Occupational Health Unit. Public Health Nurses (PHNs) as analysts, consultants, coordinators, educators, improvement specialists, and recruiters work as part of multi-disciplinary teams in the Nursing Administration Office to advance and strengthen the role, function, and development of PH Nursing services. Staff in the Nursing Administration Office collaborate with internal and external partners in the development of policy and professional nursing standards of care that support the health of Alameda County residents. Tuberculosis Control (TB) The Tuberculosis Control program staff includes public health nurses, community health outreach workers, physicians and clerical support staff working collectively toward the program's priorities and objectives to: Ensure early identification and reporting of all persons with TB and ensure timely completion of appropriate therapy; Ensure contacts to persons with infectious TB are promptly identified, examined, and if appropriate, complete treatment for latent TB infection (LTBI); Reduce occurrence of sentinel events (pediatric TB cases and TB deaths); and Identify persons (other than contacts) with LTBI at risk for progression to TB disease, and treatment of those persons with an effective drug regimen. TB staff also consults with physicians, schools, hospital nurses and others in the community on Tuberculosis. Additionally, they monitor the number of TB cases yearly and determine other steps that need to be taken to control Tuberculosis in Alameda County. IHSS Program The IHSS Program is a home visiting program across all 58 counties in California. The Alameda County Public Health Nurse primary role is to conduct an assessment/reassessment of clients that are at risk for out of home placement and to prevent premature institutionalization and/or nursing home placement. The program serves eligible individual across the lifespan who are aged, blind, and disabled to remain safely in their own homes. The public health nurse carries a caseload focused exclusively on IHSS recipients identified as having paramedical service needs for example GT feedings/Tracheostomy/diabetes management/home dialysis. The PHN conducts comprehensive in-home assessment and reassessment to address the medical, nursing, and psychosocial aspects of the client’s health. In addition, the PHN provides health education and management of chronic medical conditions. The PHN is expected to have knowledge of the health delivery system, applying the nursing process, comfortable conducting a thorough assessment, and communicate effectively with clients. Under the supervision of the Supervising Public Health Nurse (RN IV); the RN II/PHN serves as part of a multidisciplinary team who are responsible for assessing clients’ ability to live safely in their home by evaluating the risk for institutionalization, monitoring client’s progress through any prescribed rehabilitative, and providing case management in coordination with other departments, agencies, and health providers. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is an experienced public health nurse with solid clinical skills, who is a proven problem solver and effective team leader with the ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, collaborate with community partners, and is dedicated to providing timely, courteous and knowledgeable consultation and education to clients, external community, health care partners, internal staff and team members. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess the following competencies: Detail-oriented and able to review documentation of case management activities for accuracy and completeness Provide oversight to public health nurses who conduct case assessment/investigation, case management and care coordination services to high risk, low income Alameda County residents in their own homes, clinics, schools, or other community settings. Thrives in a rapidly-changing work environment. Able to shift direction and priorities as needed. Is proficient with entering, managing andanalyzing information from web-based information systems. Must have a commitment to providing the highest quality of services. Must be able to maintain focus and composure while responding to urgent situations requiring rapid response. Possess the ability to work with and embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds. Be an exceptional listener and analytical thinker/investigator who possesses strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates competence in the following areas; analysis and assessment, interpreting and implementing policies, procedures and regulations as they relate to nursing,cultural competence, public health sciences, training, mentoring, leadership and systems thinking. This is a continuous filing exam with filing deadlines quarterly on thefourth Friday. The next filing deadlines are on the following date at 5:00 PM: February 29, 2024 May 24, 2024 August 23, 2024 November 20, 2024 February 28, 2025 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of two years of full-time, recent experience within the last 5 years as a Registered Nurse II in the Alameda County classified service. Or II The equivalent of three years of full-time, recent nursing experience within the past 5 years, at a level of, or higher than, the Alameda County class of Registered Nurse II in a clinical and/or public health setting. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, these positions require possession of a current and valid California Public Health Nursing (PHN) certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. License: Possession of a current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Some positions may require a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Certificate: Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certificates issued by the American Heart Association for professional healthcare providers. Additional Special Requirements: 1. In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. 2. In compliance with Medicare regulations, employees in this classification are required to complete the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and non-Physician Practitioners" through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: Theories, principles, procedures, techniques, standards and practices of nursing and public health nursing. Current trends in public health and public nursing. Local, State and Federal codes and regulations governing the field of nursing and public health nursing practice. Wellness to illness continuum, including major disease processes to evaluate the condition of clients, families, and/or community. Disparities in health outcomes for vulnerable populations, including socio-economic and environmental factors affecting health equity. Ten Essential Public Health Services. Principles and practices of public health education and teaching, and interviewing, assessment, and counseling techniques. Health systems, agencies, community resources and patterns of referral. Basic principles and practices of supervision and leadership. Cultural, environmental, sociological and psychological differences and problems. Safety and infection control principles, practices and methods. Quality assurance and quality improvement indicators. Control and prevention of communicable and chronic disease. Mandated reporting requirements. Medical terminology and documentation. Basic auditing skills. Ability to: Facilitate and model effective written and oral communications with attention to linguistic preferences and cultural proficiency to influence behavior and improve health. Plan, organize, assign and evaluate the work of others. Understand, interpret, explain ad apply laws, regulations, policies and written and oral direction. Exercise interpersonal sensitivity and group interaction skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Gather and analyze data. Problem solve and draw logical conclusions. Prioritize work and coordinate several activities to meet critical deadlines. Work independently and adapt to change. Assess the health status and concerns of clients and communities. Assess, monitor, implement and evaluate program services and operations. Exercise sound independent judgement within scope of authority and practice. Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interactions. Provide public health nursing services and case management. Maintain patient confidentiality. Respond effectively to emergency situations. Incorporate departmental core values and ethical standards of practice into all interactions with individuals, organizations and communities. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of applicants' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those applicants who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of candidates’ Supplemental Questionnaires to determine the best qualified. Those candidates considered the best qualified will move on to the final step in the examination process. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00PM, Friday, December 29, 2023 Continuous Review of Minimum Qualifications: Ongoing Screening for Best Qualified: Ongoing Civil Service Oral Examination: Ongoing Department Hiring Interviews: Ongoing *WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN* Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Employee Mortgage Loan Program Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org, Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxes Noreply@jobaps.com and noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to unmonitored mailboxes. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Angelica Cuevas, HR Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 271-5154 or email Angelica.Cuevas@acgov.org DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 22, 2024
Full Time
Introduction THIS IS A NEW CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION . The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any existing list and may last approximately one year but can be extended.This examination may be reopened as necessary and the names of additional candidates merged onto the existing list according to examination score. APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME . Applications must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted on-line . Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Applications and Supplemental Questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing. Applications will only be accepted on-line. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification. DESCRIPTION ALAMEDA COUNTY HEALTH Alameda County Health is the local government agency that promotes and protects the health and well-being of all who live, work, learn, and play in Alameda County. We coordinate services and cultivate partnerships with community organizations and providers to help ensure access, organize, and deliver health care and services to people with Medi-Cal and without insurance, support resilient communities, and improve health for all. We focus on health equity by developing programs and systemic solutions that reduce disparities for the people and communities we serve. Alameda County Health’s departments and programs focus on services and support that provide care for the whole person. • The Behavioral Health Department provides mental health and substance use services for people with Medi-Cal and without insurance and supports people along their path to wellness, recovery, and resilience. • The Environmental Health Department works to keep our air, water, and food safe; it regulates, protects, and promotes the health of everyone in Alameda County by enforcing environmental health codes to reduce exposure to toxins and diseases. • The Public Health Department focuses on community and population-level health, preventing and addressing root causes of health inequity across a range of communicable and chronic diseases. • Alameda County Health also provides services through Housing and Homelessness Services, Emergency Medical Services Agency, HealthPAC, and Healthy Schools and Communities. PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT As part of Alameda County Health, the Public Health Department works in partnership with our local communities to ensure the optimal health and well-being of all people. We monitor health status and service delivery, prevent disease, mobilize communities, conduct outreach, and promote health policy and education. We actively seek partnerships and engage with the community to improve community health through a dynamic and responsive process that respects diversity, addresses health equity, and challenges us to provide for present and future generations. We are nurses, doctors, community psychologists, epidemiologists, dentists, medical social workers, physical and occupational therapists, dietitians, outreach workers, health educators, program managers, and pre-hospital care coordinators. THE POSITION Registered Nurse IIIs act as lead nurses, assist in providing direction, consultation, coordination and review of the work of professional nursing, and para-professional staff on an assigned team; precept nursing students; plan, implement, monitor and evaluate the delivery of nursing care services to individuals and communities; assist in the management of a program/project; and perform related duties as required. THE VACANCIES The current vacancies for this position are located in the Social Services Agency and in thefollowing programs of the Public Health Department; Adult Protective Services, Nurse Family Partnership, Nursing Administration, and Tuberculosis Control (TB). However, the eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in other program areas. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, these positions require possession of a current and valid California Public Health Nursing (PHN) certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. ALAMEDA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH NURSES Public Health Nurses (PHNs) work as part of multidisciplinary teams and are embedded inside well-funded comprehensive programs to ensure that our diverse, low-income, multi-stressed individuals, families, and communities are served in holistic ways. PHNs work in multiple programs/units as case managers, community engagement specialists, consultants, coordinators, educators, health screeners, inspectors, investigators, and vaccinators, in the areas of Children’s Medical Services, Central Referral and Intake, Chronic Disease, Communicable Disease, Community Engagement, Immunization Assistance, Correctional Health, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health, Nurse Education, Nurse Recruitment, Occupational Health, Older Adults and Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response. The Public Health Department maintains a Memorandum of Understanding with the Alameda County Social Services Agency for the provision of PH Nursing services to clients in the Departments of Adult and Aging Services (Adult Protective Services, Public Conservator, Public Guardian, and In-Home Supportive Services) and Children and Family Services (Foster Care Assessment Center and the Medically Fragile and Services to Enhance Early Development Units). Descriptions of some of these program/units are specifically highlighted below: PROGRAM OVERVIEW Adult Protective Services (APS) and Foster Care PHNs provide nursing case management services to clients with complicated chronic medical conditions. These conditions often render the client vulnerable to ongoing abuse and neglect and at risk for additional medical emergencies, further traumatizing clients and creating cycles of recidivism. Casework may include home visits (to client's residence, hospital, board & care home, health clinic, day program or skilled nursing facility) to conduct an assessment, engagement of the client and client's informal and formal support system in accordance with the service plan of the APS Social Worker, which is designed to reduce or eliminate risk for the client. PHNs will provide health education to clients and their caregivers and/or family and will advocate on behalf of clients for access to required medical services. PHN Case Managers may recognize and coordinate care for varying stages of dementia and cognition; identifying and facilitating appropriate level of care, which could lead to out-of-home placement (such as skilled-nursing facilities, board and cares etc.); facilitating the enrollment process and care provider selection for In-Home Support Services (IHSS) or the selection of other care appropriate providers; and coordinating services, such as Meals-on-Wheels, Friendly Visitors, transportation services (i.e. Paratransit). Nurse Family Partnership Nurse-Family Partnership is a home visiting program that partners nurses with low income first-time moms residing primarily in Oakland, in order to improve birth outcomes, increase self-sufficiency and improve child development. Case management services begin in pregnancy and continue until the child reaches two years old. During that time, families receive health education and assessments, child development information and screenings and help with goal setting so that they can create better lives for their child and themselves. Nursing Administration The Nursing Administration Office sits inside of the Public Health Nursing Division and is comprised of the Central Intake and Referral Unit, Education and Professional Development Unit, Public Health Nurse Recruitment and Retention Unit, Quality Improvement and Nurse Informatics Units, and Occupational Health Unit. Public Health Nurses (PHNs) as analysts, consultants, coordinators, educators, improvement specialists, and recruiters work as part of multi-disciplinary teams in the Nursing Administration Office to advance and strengthen the role, function, and development of PH Nursing services. Staff in the Nursing Administration Office collaborate with internal and external partners in the development of policy and professional nursing standards of care that support the health of Alameda County residents. Tuberculosis Control (TB) The Tuberculosis Control program staff includes public health nurses, community health outreach workers, physicians and clerical support staff working collectively toward the program's priorities and objectives to: Ensure early identification and reporting of all persons with TB and ensure timely completion of appropriate therapy; Ensure contacts to persons with infectious TB are promptly identified, examined, and if appropriate, complete treatment for latent TB infection (LTBI); Reduce occurrence of sentinel events (pediatric TB cases and TB deaths); and Identify persons (other than contacts) with LTBI at risk for progression to TB disease, and treatment of those persons with an effective drug regimen. TB staff also consults with physicians, schools, hospital nurses and others in the community on Tuberculosis. Additionally, they monitor the number of TB cases yearly and determine other steps that need to be taken to control Tuberculosis in Alameda County. IHSS Program The IHSS Program is a home visiting program across all 58 counties in California. The Alameda County Public Health Nurse primary role is to conduct an assessment/reassessment of clients that are at risk for out of home placement and to prevent premature institutionalization and/or nursing home placement. The program serves eligible individual across the lifespan who are aged, blind, and disabled to remain safely in their own homes. The public health nurse carries a caseload focused exclusively on IHSS recipients identified as having paramedical service needs for example GT feedings/Tracheostomy/diabetes management/home dialysis. The PHN conducts comprehensive in-home assessment and reassessment to address the medical, nursing, and psychosocial aspects of the client’s health. In addition, the PHN provides health education and management of chronic medical conditions. The PHN is expected to have knowledge of the health delivery system, applying the nursing process, comfortable conducting a thorough assessment, and communicate effectively with clients. Under the supervision of the Supervising Public Health Nurse (RN IV); the RN II/PHN serves as part of a multidisciplinary team who are responsible for assessing clients’ ability to live safely in their home by evaluating the risk for institutionalization, monitoring client’s progress through any prescribed rehabilitative, and providing case management in coordination with other departments, agencies, and health providers. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is an experienced public health nurse with solid clinical skills, who is a proven problem solver and effective team leader with the ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, collaborate with community partners, and is dedicated to providing timely, courteous and knowledgeable consultation and education to clients, external community, health care partners, internal staff and team members. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess the following competencies: Detail-oriented and able to review documentation of case management activities for accuracy and completeness Provide oversight to public health nurses who conduct case assessment/investigation, case management and care coordination services to high risk, low income Alameda County residents in their own homes, clinics, schools, or other community settings. Thrives in a rapidly-changing work environment. Able to shift direction and priorities as needed. Is proficient with entering, managing andanalyzing information from web-based information systems. Must have a commitment to providing the highest quality of services. Must be able to maintain focus and composure while responding to urgent situations requiring rapid response. Possess the ability to work with and embrace individuals from diverse backgrounds. Be an exceptional listener and analytical thinker/investigator who possesses strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrates competence in the following areas; analysis and assessment, interpreting and implementing policies, procedures and regulations as they relate to nursing,cultural competence, public health sciences, training, mentoring, leadership and systems thinking. This is a continuous filing exam with filing deadlines quarterly on thefourth Friday. The next filing deadlines are on the following date at 5:00 PM: February 29, 2024 May 24, 2024 August 23, 2024 November 20, 2024 February 28, 2025 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either I The equivalent of two years of full-time, recent experience within the last 5 years as a Registered Nurse II in the Alameda County classified service. Or II The equivalent of three years of full-time, recent nursing experience within the past 5 years, at a level of, or higher than, the Alameda County class of Registered Nurse II in a clinical and/or public health setting. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications below, these positions require possession of a current and valid California Public Health Nursing (PHN) certificate issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing. License: Possession of a current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Some positions may require a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license. Certificate: Possession of a valid Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certificates issued by the American Heart Association for professional healthcare providers. Additional Special Requirements: 1. In compliance with the Administrative Simplification provision of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), employees in this classification are required to possess a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number prior to their first day on the job. 2. In compliance with Medicare regulations, employees in this classification are required to complete the "Medicare Enrollment Process for Physicians and non-Physician Practitioners" through the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, prior to their first day on the job. Active enrollment in Medicare is a condition of employment. Failure to attain or maintain active enrollment will result in termination. NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies: Knowledge of: Theories, principles, procedures, techniques, standards and practices of nursing and public health nursing. Current trends in public health and public nursing. Local, State and Federal codes and regulations governing the field of nursing and public health nursing practice. Wellness to illness continuum, including major disease processes to evaluate the condition of clients, families, and/or community. Disparities in health outcomes for vulnerable populations, including socio-economic and environmental factors affecting health equity. Ten Essential Public Health Services. Principles and practices of public health education and teaching, and interviewing, assessment, and counseling techniques. Health systems, agencies, community resources and patterns of referral. Basic principles and practices of supervision and leadership. Cultural, environmental, sociological and psychological differences and problems. Safety and infection control principles, practices and methods. Quality assurance and quality improvement indicators. Control and prevention of communicable and chronic disease. Mandated reporting requirements. Medical terminology and documentation. Basic auditing skills. Ability to: Facilitate and model effective written and oral communications with attention to linguistic preferences and cultural proficiency to influence behavior and improve health. Plan, organize, assign and evaluate the work of others. Understand, interpret, explain ad apply laws, regulations, policies and written and oral direction. Exercise interpersonal sensitivity and group interaction skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Gather and analyze data. Problem solve and draw logical conclusions. Prioritize work and coordinate several activities to meet critical deadlines. Work independently and adapt to change. Assess the health status and concerns of clients and communities. Assess, monitor, implement and evaluate program services and operations. Exercise sound independent judgement within scope of authority and practice. Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interactions. Provide public health nursing services and case management. Maintain patient confidentiality. Respond effectively to emergency situations. Incorporate departmental core values and ethical standards of practice into all interactions with individuals, organizations and communities. EXAMINATION COMPONENTS The examination will consist of the following steps: A review of applicants' application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those applicants who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process. A review of candidates’ Supplemental Questionnaires to determine the best qualified. Those candidates considered the best qualified will move on to the final step in the examination process. An oral interview which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates' final examination score. The oral interview may contain situational exercises. CANDIDATES MUST ATTAIN A QUALIFYING RATING ON EACH PORTION OF THIS EXAMINATION. We reserve the right to make changes to the announced examination components. Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position, in which case, the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies, or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work. To learn more about our recruitment and selection process, please visit the “What You Need to Know” section of our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . Selection Plan Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency: TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN Deadline for Filing: 5:00PM, Friday, December 29, 2023 Continuous Review of Minimum Qualifications: Ongoing Screening for Best Qualified: Ongoing Civil Service Oral Examination: Ongoing Department Hiring Interviews: Ongoing *WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN* Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and/or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions in accordance/compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda County’s Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability/medical condition during this or other phases of the examination/selection process, please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing . Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA and applicable statutes. For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures, please visit our website, www.acgov.org/hrs . BENEFITS Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*: For your Health & Well-Being Medical - HMO & PPO Plans Dental - HMO & PPO Plans Vision or Vision Reimbursement Share the Savings Basic Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees) County Allowance Credit Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services Employee Assistance Program For your Financial Future Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan) Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan) For your Work/Life Balance 12 paid holidays Floating Holidays Vacation and sick leave accrual Vacation purchase program Catastrophic Sick Leave Employee Mortgage Loan Program Group Auto/Home Insurance Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Program Guaranteed Ride Home Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts) Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.) Child Care Resources 1 st United Services Credit Union *Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change. Conclusion All notices related to County recruitments for which you have applied will be sent/delivered via email. Please add @jobaps.com, @acgov.org, Noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org and Noreply@jobaps.com as accepted addresses to any email blocking or spam filtering program you may use. If you do not do this, your email blocking or spam filtering program may block receipt of the notices regarding your application for recruitments. You are also strongly advised to regularly log into your County of Alameda online application account to check for notices that may have been sent to you. All email notices that will be sent to you will also be kept in your personal online application account. You will be able to view all of your notices in your online application account by clicking on the "My applications" button on the Current Job Openings page. Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read, received or accessed by any applicant for a County recruitment. NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email boxes Noreply@jobaps.com and noreplyalamedacountyhr@acgov.org are routed to unmonitored mailboxes. If you have questions, please go to our website at www.acgov.org/hrs . You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied. Angelica Cuevas, HR Analyst Human Resource Services, County of Alameda (510) 271-5154 or email Angelica.Cuevas@acgov.org DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alameda County has a diverse workforce, that is representative of the communities we serve, and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors protected under federal, state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive, and welcoming workplace environment. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT
Hayward, California, United States
Job Details Level : Entry Job Location : Mission Hills Golf Course - Hayward, CA Position Type : Hourly Education Level : Not Specified Salary Range : $16.40 - $22.13 Hourly Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Day Job Category : Sports Are you passionate about golf and are looking for an opportunity to work at a golf course? Mission Hills of Hayward is an ideal golf venue to polish every aspect of your golf game. The 9-hole course layout is a superior all-weather performer, and a double-decker range lets our patrons work on their swing! Two putting greens, three green chipping areas and affordable prices make this municipal course a treasure for every level of golfer. Currently, we are seeking a Starter Pro Shop Employee to join our team! Here are the details about the positions: Available Positions: 1 Hourly Rate: $16.40/hour - $22.13/hour Work Schedule: Up to 18hours/week, including Saturday and Sundays Part-Time, Year-Round, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position Work Location: Mission Hills Golf Course Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 - June 30) This posting may close at any time. POSITION SUMMARY Under general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator II, The Starter Pro Shop position will assist in the management of Golf course operations. All duties of this position shall be performed with a commitment to the highest level of customer service and the promotion of golf. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for performing golf management operations in the Pro Shop. This class can be distinguished from the class of Golf Course Aid because incumbents in this class primarily serve as front line customer service to our golf customers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Reserve and check players onto the tee sheet Run payment transaction through the Point of Sale (POS) system Supervise outside service staff and marshals/volunteers Telephone operator Golf Shop responsibilities include: opening, closing, and coverage as needed Assist with activities related to golf shop operations Order and receive merchandise Follow and govern District policies and procedures Provide great service to all customers Maintain a neat and clean appearance at all times WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. The functions of this position are primarily performed in indoor/outdoor locations as part of a team. The setting includes various weather conditions, including heat and sunshine. Incumbents must wear an appropriate uniform with identification and protective equipment. The environment requires working in and around water as well as slippery and/or wet surfaces. Specialized aspects of the work environment may also include high noise levels, working with participants who are using potentially dangerous Golf equipment. Incumbents may be assigned an irregular working schedule including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate vehicles, objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance: stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is also required to use feet, ankles, legs, hands and arms to operate necessary equipment. Must be able to perform moderate to heavy physical work with prolonged standing and walking for extended periods of time, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, stretching, bending, pushing, stooping, climbing, crouching, crawling, moving, lifting, and carrying loads weighing between 10-50 pounds. Occasional to frequent exposure to inclement weather conditions while performing work. Qualifications M INIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Ability and Skill to: Must be able to work weekends and evenings Ability to safely transport, lift and handle bulky objects weighting up to (50) pounds; within OSHA guidelines Communicate effectively with others Be an honest and reliable staff member Good work ethic Work in harmony with co-workers Learn new skills and techniques Knowledge of: Working independently with minimum supervision Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with facility users, staff, public and District employees Supervision techniques and means to delegate Computer systems, Point of Sale (POS) systems, and Tee Sheets Education/Experience/Training: Some previous experience with a Golf understanding is desirable. Must possess current certificates for CPR & First Aid, or the ability to get upon employment. and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment. Special Requirements: At least 18 years of age and completion of high school Any offer of employment to an adult employee who will have direct contact with minors is conditional upon a satisfactory fingerprint clearance and background check (DOJ) Must possess current certificates for CPR & First Aid, or the ability to get upon employment. and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment. Verification of ID and ability work in the USA Provide proof of negative TB Skin Test Possession of a valid CA Driver’s License
Mar 07, 2024
Part Time
Job Details Level : Entry Job Location : Mission Hills Golf Course - Hayward, CA Position Type : Hourly Education Level : Not Specified Salary Range : $16.40 - $22.13 Hourly Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Day Job Category : Sports Are you passionate about golf and are looking for an opportunity to work at a golf course? Mission Hills of Hayward is an ideal golf venue to polish every aspect of your golf game. The 9-hole course layout is a superior all-weather performer, and a double-decker range lets our patrons work on their swing! Two putting greens, three green chipping areas and affordable prices make this municipal course a treasure for every level of golfer. Currently, we are seeking a Starter Pro Shop Employee to join our team! Here are the details about the positions: Available Positions: 1 Hourly Rate: $16.40/hour - $22.13/hour Work Schedule: Up to 18hours/week, including Saturday and Sundays Part-Time, Year-Round, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position Work Location: Mission Hills Golf Course Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 - June 30) This posting may close at any time. POSITION SUMMARY Under general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator II, The Starter Pro Shop position will assist in the management of Golf course operations. All duties of this position shall be performed with a commitment to the highest level of customer service and the promotion of golf. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for performing golf management operations in the Pro Shop. This class can be distinguished from the class of Golf Course Aid because incumbents in this class primarily serve as front line customer service to our golf customers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Reserve and check players onto the tee sheet Run payment transaction through the Point of Sale (POS) system Supervise outside service staff and marshals/volunteers Telephone operator Golf Shop responsibilities include: opening, closing, and coverage as needed Assist with activities related to golf shop operations Order and receive merchandise Follow and govern District policies and procedures Provide great service to all customers Maintain a neat and clean appearance at all times WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. The functions of this position are primarily performed in indoor/outdoor locations as part of a team. The setting includes various weather conditions, including heat and sunshine. Incumbents must wear an appropriate uniform with identification and protective equipment. The environment requires working in and around water as well as slippery and/or wet surfaces. Specialized aspects of the work environment may also include high noise levels, working with participants who are using potentially dangerous Golf equipment. Incumbents may be assigned an irregular working schedule including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate vehicles, objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance: stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is also required to use feet, ankles, legs, hands and arms to operate necessary equipment. Must be able to perform moderate to heavy physical work with prolonged standing and walking for extended periods of time, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, stretching, bending, pushing, stooping, climbing, crouching, crawling, moving, lifting, and carrying loads weighing between 10-50 pounds. Occasional to frequent exposure to inclement weather conditions while performing work. Qualifications M INIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Ability and Skill to: Must be able to work weekends and evenings Ability to safely transport, lift and handle bulky objects weighting up to (50) pounds; within OSHA guidelines Communicate effectively with others Be an honest and reliable staff member Good work ethic Work in harmony with co-workers Learn new skills and techniques Knowledge of: Working independently with minimum supervision Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with facility users, staff, public and District employees Supervision techniques and means to delegate Computer systems, Point of Sale (POS) systems, and Tee Sheets Education/Experience/Training: Some previous experience with a Golf understanding is desirable. Must possess current certificates for CPR & First Aid, or the ability to get upon employment. and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment. Special Requirements: At least 18 years of age and completion of high school Any offer of employment to an adult employee who will have direct contact with minors is conditional upon a satisfactory fingerprint clearance and background check (DOJ) Must possess current certificates for CPR & First Aid, or the ability to get upon employment. and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment. Verification of ID and ability work in the USA Provide proof of negative TB Skin Test Possession of a valid CA Driver’s License
City of Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Introduction Under direct oversight from Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II or III, the W/WW Treatment Plant Apprentice performs a variety of skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the City's water or wastewater treatment plant equipment and processes. The Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Apprenticeship classification is intended as a two year training program within the Water Resources Department. Upon satisfactory completion of the two year program, the successful candidate will be fully qualified as a Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II, capable of assuming all duties and responsibilities associated with operation of the treatment works within the Water Resources Division. Please note: There are two positions available; one in Water Treatment and one in Wastewater Treatment. This position will be required to work various shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Starting salary is $20.18/hour Incremental increases based on strict performance goals outlined within the Apprenticeship program: Approximately 6 months from hire date increase to $20.90/hour Approximately 12 months from hire date increase to $21.94/hour Approximately 18 months from hire date increase to $23.90/hour Those who meet the minimum qualifications for this position may be invited to an Information Session. More information about the sessions will be provided to those who meet the minimum qualifications at a later date. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: No experience required for this position. A High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate. Satisfactory completion (C or above) in two or more of the following areas: science, biology, chemistry, or related field at the high school or college level from an accredited educational institution. Satisfactory completion (C or above) of MAT 102 and ENG 101 or higher at the high school or college level administered by an accredited educational institution. Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements: All Assignments: Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona. This position requires satisfactory results of a pre-employment drug screen and a pre-employment medical exam that includes an audiogram and vision test, and depending on assignment, a pulmonary/respiratory exam. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. Must meet the following conditions within 24 months as written within an approved performance plan: Obtain a Grade 2 in Water Treatment or Wastewater Treatment from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ). Obtain Wastewater or Water Treatment Plant Operation Specialist Certification from California State University Sacramento Office of Water Programs. Complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training. Complete CPR/AED training. Complete all necessary safety training as written in performance plan or assigned. Complete 2,000 hours of on the job contact training hours as specifically detailed in assigned Performance Plan. Must maintain performance level achieving all performance expectations as outlined to remain within the Apprenticeship Program and be eligible for assignment to the position of a Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II. Water Assignment: Must obtain a Grade I operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Water Treatment within 12 months of hire or promotion. Wastewater Assignment: Must obtain a Grade I operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Wastewater Treatment within 12 months of hire or promotion. Essential Functions Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area within a Division which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following: Maintains and operates plant equipment and processes related to water or wastewater treatment systems on an assigned shift. Prioritizes activities between the different treatment processes and systems, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode or remote via computerized control strategy. Samples and analyzes influents/effluents, source water/product water, feed water and permeate to detect quality variations, interpret laboratory results, reading sheets, process tests, computerized data and information trends to identify variations in flow and water quality and make appropriate changes. Oversees operation of an assigned treatment facility to maintain day to day operation necessary to meet all required Local, State and Federal regulations pertaining to the production of reuse, ground injection or potable water and comply with prescribed operating and safety standards. Uses a variety of standard testing procedures to determine problems and any adjustments needed in the treatment process. Conducts tours of facilities; responds to plant emergencies; and maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment. Performs and assists maintenance staff and basic facility maintenance of assigned facility as directed. Drives a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems to operate and maintain plant equipment and processes, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps, and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode as well as remote via computerized control strategy. Work Environment/Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most work is performed in plant/field settings, with occasional work done in an office environment. Operate equipment used in a modern water or wastewater treatment plant. Perform laboratory procedures and maintenance functions requiring manual dexterity and precision movements. Works with highly hazardous chemicals such as chlorine, sulfuric acid and sulfur dioxide following strict ADOSH and Water Resources departmental guidelines. Operate a variety of equipment and machinery requiring continuous or repetitive arm and hand movements. Enter data into a terminal to calculate chemical usage. Use common hand tools such as: hammers, screwdrivers and pliers to operate equipment and perform maintenance tasks. Clean work area and equipment. Work around or uses potentially hazardous materials requiring the use of specialized equipment. Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds for distances up to 25 feet. Perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth and visual cues or signals. Exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, climbing stairs, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling. Visual and muscular dexterity to operate a motor vehicle, equipment, hand tools and computer. Seldom sedentary and includes walking or moving. Work sometimes involves climbing elevations; requires moderate muscular exertion and lifting. Moderate exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, fumes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, water hazards, bright/dim light, toxic agents, disease or pathogenic substances. Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer terminal, telephone, 10-key calculator, copy and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand and eye movement. Drive a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems. Work rotating shifts, weekends and a call-out schedule. To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here . Benefits Highlights: The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including: • 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday • Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month • Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month • Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits • City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit • Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457 • Pet Insurance • Bilingual pay compensation Please visit the Benefits Information page for more information. Selection Process: The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include: • Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database • Criminal Background screening • Drug Screen • 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice. PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Apr 19, 2024
Full Time
Introduction Under direct oversight from Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II or III, the W/WW Treatment Plant Apprentice performs a variety of skilled work in the operation and maintenance of the City's water or wastewater treatment plant equipment and processes. The Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Apprenticeship classification is intended as a two year training program within the Water Resources Department. Upon satisfactory completion of the two year program, the successful candidate will be fully qualified as a Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II, capable of assuming all duties and responsibilities associated with operation of the treatment works within the Water Resources Division. Please note: There are two positions available; one in Water Treatment and one in Wastewater Treatment. This position will be required to work various shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays. Starting salary is $20.18/hour Incremental increases based on strict performance goals outlined within the Apprenticeship program: Approximately 6 months from hire date increase to $20.90/hour Approximately 12 months from hire date increase to $21.94/hour Approximately 18 months from hire date increase to $23.90/hour Those who meet the minimum qualifications for this position may be invited to an Information Session. More information about the sessions will be provided to those who meet the minimum qualifications at a later date. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: No experience required for this position. A High School diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate. Satisfactory completion (C or above) in two or more of the following areas: science, biology, chemistry, or related field at the high school or college level from an accredited educational institution. Satisfactory completion (C or above) of MAT 102 and ENG 101 or higher at the high school or college level administered by an accredited educational institution. Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements: All Assignments: Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona. This position requires satisfactory results of a pre-employment drug screen and a pre-employment medical exam that includes an audiogram and vision test, and depending on assignment, a pulmonary/respiratory exam. Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. Must meet the following conditions within 24 months as written within an approved performance plan: Obtain a Grade 2 in Water Treatment or Wastewater Treatment from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ). Obtain Wastewater or Water Treatment Plant Operation Specialist Certification from California State University Sacramento Office of Water Programs. Complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training. Complete CPR/AED training. Complete all necessary safety training as written in performance plan or assigned. Complete 2,000 hours of on the job contact training hours as specifically detailed in assigned Performance Plan. Must maintain performance level achieving all performance expectations as outlined to remain within the Apprenticeship Program and be eligible for assignment to the position of a Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II. Water Assignment: Must obtain a Grade I operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Water Treatment within 12 months of hire or promotion. Wastewater Assignment: Must obtain a Grade I operator certification from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality within the discipline of Wastewater Treatment within 12 months of hire or promotion. Essential Functions Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area within a Division which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following: Maintains and operates plant equipment and processes related to water or wastewater treatment systems on an assigned shift. Prioritizes activities between the different treatment processes and systems, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode or remote via computerized control strategy. Samples and analyzes influents/effluents, source water/product water, feed water and permeate to detect quality variations, interpret laboratory results, reading sheets, process tests, computerized data and information trends to identify variations in flow and water quality and make appropriate changes. Oversees operation of an assigned treatment facility to maintain day to day operation necessary to meet all required Local, State and Federal regulations pertaining to the production of reuse, ground injection or potable water and comply with prescribed operating and safety standards. Uses a variety of standard testing procedures to determine problems and any adjustments needed in the treatment process. Conducts tours of facilities; responds to plant emergencies; and maintains a safe, clean and orderly work environment. Performs and assists maintenance staff and basic facility maintenance of assigned facility as directed. Drives a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems to operate and maintain plant equipment and processes, including the operation of valves, gates, pumps, and machinery manually, locally in automatic mode as well as remote via computerized control strategy. Work Environment/Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most work is performed in plant/field settings, with occasional work done in an office environment. Operate equipment used in a modern water or wastewater treatment plant. Perform laboratory procedures and maintenance functions requiring manual dexterity and precision movements. Works with highly hazardous chemicals such as chlorine, sulfuric acid and sulfur dioxide following strict ADOSH and Water Resources departmental guidelines. Operate a variety of equipment and machinery requiring continuous or repetitive arm and hand movements. Enter data into a terminal to calculate chemical usage. Use common hand tools such as: hammers, screwdrivers and pliers to operate equipment and perform maintenance tasks. Clean work area and equipment. Work around or uses potentially hazardous materials requiring the use of specialized equipment. Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds for distances up to 25 feet. Perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth and visual cues or signals. Exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, climbing stairs, lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling. Visual and muscular dexterity to operate a motor vehicle, equipment, hand tools and computer. Seldom sedentary and includes walking or moving. Work sometimes involves climbing elevations; requires moderate muscular exertion and lifting. Moderate exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, fumes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, water hazards, bright/dim light, toxic agents, disease or pathogenic substances. Operate a variety of standard office equipment including a computer terminal, telephone, 10-key calculator, copy and fax machine requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand and eye movement. Drive a city vehicle between the different treatment facilities and systems. Work rotating shifts, weekends and a call-out schedule. To view the full job description, work environment and physical demands, click here . Benefits Highlights: The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including: • 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday • Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month • Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month • Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits • City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance • Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.29% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit • Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457 • Pet Insurance • Bilingual pay compensation Please visit the Benefits Information page for more information. Selection Process: The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state "See Resume" in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include: • Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database • Criminal Background screening • Drug Screen • 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice. PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change . Closing Date/Time: Continuous