City of Vallejo
Vallejo, California, United States
Description PLEASE READ THIS BULLETIN IN ITS ENTIRETY 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: 3/29/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description PLEASE READ THIS BULLETIN IN ITS ENTIRETY 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: 3/29/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
Riverside, CA, United States
The Position Please get your application in early for this exciting opportunity at the Riverside Water Quality Control Plant as a Wastewater Plant Supervisor - First review of applications is on October 5, 2023 and every three weeks thereafter until the position is filled. The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of WASTEWATER PLANT SUPERVISOR to fill one (1) vacancy in the Wastewater 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 Wastewater Plant Supervisor for the Public Works Department, Regional Water Quality Control Plant will oversee crews and shifts in various disciplines of Wastewater Treatment, including preliminary, primary, secondary biological nutrient removal through conventional activated sludge and membrane bioreactor, conventional tertiary, chlorination/dechlorination, anaerobic mesophilic digestion, organics receiving, biomethane production, solids dewatering and process control of the various treatment unit processes. The ideal candidate will have a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification issued by the State of California, experience working with Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), Biological Nutrient Removal Process (BNR), Co-digestion of Organics, Microsoft software applications, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System, Process Control Data Base, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and be able to supervise, motivate, and delegate crews working the various treatment processes. Under general supervision, a Wastewater Plant Supervisor will perform skilled and supervisory work in the operational control of wastewater treatment processes for effective and efficient operations; to insure that the wastewater is processed and discharged according to all health and environmental regulations; and perform related work as required. Work Performed Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities to control flow and processing of wastewater, sludge, effluent and support processes; monitor gauges, meters and control panels; observe variations in operating conditions, interpreting meter and gauge readings; and test results to determine processing requirement. Maintain such records as logging operations, test results, maintenance work performed, chemical use and operating conditions. Review and evaluate records for process control. Provide direction and instructions to operations staff to control facility/wastewater processes. Provide assistance with contractor tie-ins or shutdowns. Plan and coordinate start-up of new processes or equipment. Evaluate and review operations of new equipment and processes. Perform frequent inspections of facility equipment/processes and review operating procedures to assure their efficient operation. Participate in the operation of the plant to solve difficult or unusual problems. Read and interpret plant piping and distribution plans; assist in locating and troubleshooting plant malfunctions. Organize, operate and maintain plant record system and computer database. Recommend and initiate improved work methods and procedures. Assist in the training of existing and new employees. Write technical reports and instructions for the operation of process equipment and systems. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus as required. Research and investigate information for development of process parameters and standard operating procedures. Perform analysis and laboratory tests as necessary to monitor plant and process performance. Evaluate alternate proposals and make sound recommendations. Conduct surveillance of facilities to determine safety, efficiency of operation, cleanliness and maintenance requirements. Ensure that the facility process operations satisfy requirements established by regulatory agencies. Monitor operating efficiency of the wastewater treatment plant; develop and implement methods of improving plant efficiency. Plan, assign, schedule, supervise, motivate and evaluate employees as assigned. Order supplies and materials; prepare cost estimates; develop equipment specifications. Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the Treatment Services Section. Prepare/review regulatory reports. Serve as Acting Wastewater Operations Manager as required. Qualifications Recruitment Guidelines: Option 1 A Bachelor's Degree with a major related to wastewater treatment and which includes a minimum of 30 units of basic science courses; AND two years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option II An Associate's Degree or completion of 60 semester units at a college or university, either of which includes 15 semester units of basic science courses; AND four years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option III Graduation from high school or equivalent AND six years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option IV Four years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator while certified as a Grade III operator; AND Three years of experience in a supervisor/management level position is required. Necessary Special Requirement Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Possession of an active Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Possession of a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) within 18 months of appointment.* Highly Desired Qualifications: Possession of a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Experience with operation of Membrane Bio Reactor (MBR). *Wastewater Operations Supervisors hired or promoted prior to 11/2002 are "grand-fathered" so a Grade V certificate is not a requirement. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Current Grade IV or Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (must be scanned and attached to the online application). PLEASE NOTE: THE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED MUST BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION. 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 https://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 08, 2024
Full Time
The Position Please get your application in early for this exciting opportunity at the Riverside Water Quality Control Plant as a Wastewater Plant Supervisor - First review of applications is on October 5, 2023 and every three weeks thereafter until the position is filled. The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of WASTEWATER PLANT SUPERVISOR to fill one (1) vacancy in the Wastewater 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 Wastewater Plant Supervisor for the Public Works Department, Regional Water Quality Control Plant will oversee crews and shifts in various disciplines of Wastewater Treatment, including preliminary, primary, secondary biological nutrient removal through conventional activated sludge and membrane bioreactor, conventional tertiary, chlorination/dechlorination, anaerobic mesophilic digestion, organics receiving, biomethane production, solids dewatering and process control of the various treatment unit processes. The ideal candidate will have a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification issued by the State of California, experience working with Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), Biological Nutrient Removal Process (BNR), Co-digestion of Organics, Microsoft software applications, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System, Process Control Data Base, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and be able to supervise, motivate, and delegate crews working the various treatment processes. Under general supervision, a Wastewater Plant Supervisor will perform skilled and supervisory work in the operational control of wastewater treatment processes for effective and efficient operations; to insure that the wastewater is processed and discharged according to all health and environmental regulations; and perform related work as required. Work Performed Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities to control flow and processing of wastewater, sludge, effluent and support processes; monitor gauges, meters and control panels; observe variations in operating conditions, interpreting meter and gauge readings; and test results to determine processing requirement. Maintain such records as logging operations, test results, maintenance work performed, chemical use and operating conditions. Review and evaluate records for process control. Provide direction and instructions to operations staff to control facility/wastewater processes. Provide assistance with contractor tie-ins or shutdowns. Plan and coordinate start-up of new processes or equipment. Evaluate and review operations of new equipment and processes. Perform frequent inspections of facility equipment/processes and review operating procedures to assure their efficient operation. Participate in the operation of the plant to solve difficult or unusual problems. Read and interpret plant piping and distribution plans; assist in locating and troubleshooting plant malfunctions. Organize, operate and maintain plant record system and computer database. Recommend and initiate improved work methods and procedures. Assist in the training of existing and new employees. Write technical reports and instructions for the operation of process equipment and systems. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus as required. Research and investigate information for development of process parameters and standard operating procedures. Perform analysis and laboratory tests as necessary to monitor plant and process performance. Evaluate alternate proposals and make sound recommendations. Conduct surveillance of facilities to determine safety, efficiency of operation, cleanliness and maintenance requirements. Ensure that the facility process operations satisfy requirements established by regulatory agencies. Monitor operating efficiency of the wastewater treatment plant; develop and implement methods of improving plant efficiency. Plan, assign, schedule, supervise, motivate and evaluate employees as assigned. Order supplies and materials; prepare cost estimates; develop equipment specifications. Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the Treatment Services Section. Prepare/review regulatory reports. Serve as Acting Wastewater Operations Manager as required. Qualifications Recruitment Guidelines: Option 1 A Bachelor's Degree with a major related to wastewater treatment and which includes a minimum of 30 units of basic science courses; AND two years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option II An Associate's Degree or completion of 60 semester units at a college or university, either of which includes 15 semester units of basic science courses; AND four years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option III Graduation from high school or equivalent AND six years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option IV Four years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator while certified as a Grade III operator; AND Three years of experience in a supervisor/management level position is required. Necessary Special Requirement Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Possession of an active Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Possession of a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) within 18 months of appointment.* Highly Desired Qualifications: Possession of a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Experience with operation of Membrane Bio Reactor (MBR). *Wastewater Operations Supervisors hired or promoted prior to 11/2002 are "grand-fathered" so a Grade V certificate is not a requirement. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Current Grade IV or Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (must be scanned and attached to the online application). PLEASE NOTE: THE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED MUST BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION. 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 https://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.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information FIRST DAY OF FILING: FEBRUARY 20, 2024 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT) THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS. EXAM NUMBER: J7198O TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY DEFINITION Has responsibilities while on a shift for the operation and maintenance of a combined high-pressure heating and central refrigeration plant - OR - in a very large facility, has responsibility on a shift for assignments which include either the operation and maintenance of a high-pressure heating plant and/or refrigeration plant - OR - is assigned to a geographic location with a large County hospital, medical center and/or facility, which requires maintenance and operation of steam water-reducing stations, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment, as well as various auxiliary mechanical and electrical equipment and controls. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this class report to a higher level Stationary Engineer or an assigned supervisor or manager. Incumbents are responsible for operating, maintaining, repairing, and testing high-pressure steam or hot water boilers, refrigeration, air conditioning, or other auxiliary distribution systems which exceed 500 H.P. in boiler capacity or a total refrigeration capacity of 1200 tons in a plant. Incumbents must exercise knowledge of how to operate and maintain heating, refrigeration, control voltage, and high voltage systems, such as 240v, 480v, and 4160v, sufficient to train and direct lower level and equivalent staff in these functions. These positions must also be able to exercise basic computer skills for record keeping and system operations. Essential Job Functions Operates, maintains, repairs and inspects manual and automatic gas and oil fired high-pressure steam or high temperature hot water boilers. Operates, maintains, repairs and inspects motors, steam driven equipment, steam reducing stations, expansion tanks, air compressors, supply and exhaust fans, various kinds of pumps and valves, steam traps, water treatment systems, water heaters and other heating plant auxiliary equipment. Operates, maintains, repairs and inspects reciprocating, centrifugal or absorption central air conditioning machinery including condensers, evaporators, cooling towers, pumps, purge tanks and related equipment. Adjusts, maintains, tests, and calibrates boiler and air conditioning machinery and mechanical, electrical or pneumatic control instruments and safety devices. Tests, analyzes, and treats plant water systems to ensure proper chemical specifications. Inspects oxygen and vacuum systems for proper pressure and operating conditions. Inspects fire alarm systems and main electrical distribution stations for proper operating conditions. Maintains logs of plant operations and records maintenance and repair work performed. Ensures proper safety response when using different equipment and machinery and uses personal protective equipment when necessary. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OPTION I: Completion of a Stationary Engineer's or Operation/Maintenance Engineer's apprentice program*. OPTION II: Five years of experience in the operation and maintenance of high- or low-pressure gas or oil-fired boilers and auxiliary equipment, one year of which must have been in the operation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment. One year of classroom training from a trade school, college, a branch of military service, or other equivalent accredited school in the operation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration equipment, combustion controls or industrial controls equipment, boilers, or water treatment systems related to power plant operations, in any combination, may be substituted for one year of the required special experience** . LICENSE A valid California Class C Drive License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. An Unlimited Steam Engineer's License issued by the City of Los Angeles' Department of Building and Safety***. CERTIFICATE An Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Technician Certificate in compliance with Federal license requirements as provided in Chapter V, Section 608***. PHYSICAL CLASS Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *To qualify under Option I , applicants must submit a photocopy of the certificate of completion of a recognized Stationary Engineer's or Operation/Maintenance Engineer's apprentice program with your online application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of the application filing. Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate yourname, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Apprenticeship training programs must be recognized by a national, global, or regional accrediting agency, the California State Department of Education, the California State Department of Labor Division of Apprenticeship Standards, or the Council for Private Postsecondary, and Vocational Education. **To qualify under Option II , using the training substitution, you MUST include a legible copy of the certificate, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of training with your online application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of the application filing. Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number . Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection . Applications submitted without evidence of the certification will be considered incomplete. The original certificate must be presented at the time of appointment. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the educational requirement. ***In order to qualify, applicants MUST include a legible copy of the required EPA approved Universal Technician Certification - AND -Unlimited Steam Engineer's License issued by the City of Los Angeles' Department of Building and Safety with your online application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing. Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Applications submitted without evidence of the certification will be considered incomplete. The original certificate must be presented at the time of appointment. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of an oral interview covering training, experience, and general ability to perform the duties of the position weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. SPECIAL INFORMATION SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH . Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on criminal probation. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICE IF HIRED The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following: use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Administrative Services Division, Facilities Services Bureau. AVAILABLE SHIFT Any shift APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. To ensure that your application has been successfully submitted, you must have received a confirmation email as verification. All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application and supplemental questionnaire ONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application. Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Provide an relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically before 5:00 P.M. PT, on the last day of filing. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 P.M. (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. IMPORTANT NOTES Please note ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATIONS of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RECISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA E-MAIL All notices including invitation letters, result letter and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add cacontre@lasd.org, as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note, if you opt out of receiving emails, you can visit governmentjobs.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records. NOTE: Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 or email the documents to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing. Failing to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Please include your Name, Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621 Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251 Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611 Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org For more information on Employment Information, click on the link below. http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information FIRST DAY OF FILING: FEBRUARY 20, 2024 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT) THE FILING PERIOD MAY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE REQUIRE. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS. EXAM NUMBER: J7198O TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY DEFINITION Has responsibilities while on a shift for the operation and maintenance of a combined high-pressure heating and central refrigeration plant - OR - in a very large facility, has responsibility on a shift for assignments which include either the operation and maintenance of a high-pressure heating plant and/or refrigeration plant - OR - is assigned to a geographic location with a large County hospital, medical center and/or facility, which requires maintenance and operation of steam water-reducing stations, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment, as well as various auxiliary mechanical and electrical equipment and controls. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS Positions allocable to this class report to a higher level Stationary Engineer or an assigned supervisor or manager. Incumbents are responsible for operating, maintaining, repairing, and testing high-pressure steam or hot water boilers, refrigeration, air conditioning, or other auxiliary distribution systems which exceed 500 H.P. in boiler capacity or a total refrigeration capacity of 1200 tons in a plant. Incumbents must exercise knowledge of how to operate and maintain heating, refrigeration, control voltage, and high voltage systems, such as 240v, 480v, and 4160v, sufficient to train and direct lower level and equivalent staff in these functions. These positions must also be able to exercise basic computer skills for record keeping and system operations. Essential Job Functions Operates, maintains, repairs and inspects manual and automatic gas and oil fired high-pressure steam or high temperature hot water boilers. Operates, maintains, repairs and inspects motors, steam driven equipment, steam reducing stations, expansion tanks, air compressors, supply and exhaust fans, various kinds of pumps and valves, steam traps, water treatment systems, water heaters and other heating plant auxiliary equipment. Operates, maintains, repairs and inspects reciprocating, centrifugal or absorption central air conditioning machinery including condensers, evaporators, cooling towers, pumps, purge tanks and related equipment. Adjusts, maintains, tests, and calibrates boiler and air conditioning machinery and mechanical, electrical or pneumatic control instruments and safety devices. Tests, analyzes, and treats plant water systems to ensure proper chemical specifications. Inspects oxygen and vacuum systems for proper pressure and operating conditions. Inspects fire alarm systems and main electrical distribution stations for proper operating conditions. Maintains logs of plant operations and records maintenance and repair work performed. Ensures proper safety response when using different equipment and machinery and uses personal protective equipment when necessary. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OPTION I: Completion of a Stationary Engineer's or Operation/Maintenance Engineer's apprentice program*. OPTION II: Five years of experience in the operation and maintenance of high- or low-pressure gas or oil-fired boilers and auxiliary equipment, one year of which must have been in the operation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment. One year of classroom training from a trade school, college, a branch of military service, or other equivalent accredited school in the operation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration equipment, combustion controls or industrial controls equipment, boilers, or water treatment systems related to power plant operations, in any combination, may be substituted for one year of the required special experience** . LICENSE A valid California Class C Drive License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. An Unlimited Steam Engineer's License issued by the City of Los Angeles' Department of Building and Safety***. CERTIFICATE An Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved Universal Technician Certificate in compliance with Federal license requirements as provided in Chapter V, Section 608***. PHYSICAL CLASS Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION *To qualify under Option I , applicants must submit a photocopy of the certificate of completion of a recognized Stationary Engineer's or Operation/Maintenance Engineer's apprentice program with your online application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of the application filing. Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate yourname, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Apprenticeship training programs must be recognized by a national, global, or regional accrediting agency, the California State Department of Education, the California State Department of Labor Division of Apprenticeship Standards, or the Council for Private Postsecondary, and Vocational Education. **To qualify under Option II , using the training substitution, you MUST include a legible copy of the certificate, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of training with your online application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of the application filing. Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number . Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection . Applications submitted without evidence of the certification will be considered incomplete. The original certificate must be presented at the time of appointment. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the educational requirement. ***In order to qualify, applicants MUST include a legible copy of the required EPA approved Universal Technician Certification - AND -Unlimited Steam Engineer's License issued by the City of Los Angeles' Department of Building and Safety with your online application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing. Please submit documentation to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Applications submitted without evidence of the certification will be considered incomplete. The original certificate must be presented at the time of appointment. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve (12) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT This examination will consist of an oral interview covering training, experience, and general ability to perform the duties of the position weighted 100%. CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an "as-received" basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. SPECIAL INFORMATION SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH . Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on criminal probation. ZERO TOLERANCE POLICE IF HIRED The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following: use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription. Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge. VACANCY INFORMATION The eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Administrative Services Division, Facilities Services Bureau. AVAILABLE SHIFT Any shift APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. To ensure that your application has been successfully submitted, you must have received a confirmation email as verification. All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application and supplemental questionnaire ONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications, although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application. Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Provide an relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically before 5:00 P.M. PT, on the last day of filing. NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 P.M. (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. IMPORTANT NOTES Please note ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. FALSIFICATIONS of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RECISSION OF APPOINTMENT . Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED . 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City of Vallejo
Vallejo, California, United States
Description PLEASE READ THIS BULLETIN IN ITS ENTIRETY 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 Instrument Technician positions, as collaborative members of the City's Water Department. Instrument Technicians will be able to effectively, efficiently and safely perform daily inspections, preventive maintenance, calibration, installation, and repair of a variety of instrumentation and electrical equipment. They will have knowledge of installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of a large variety of instrumentation and electrical systems, controls and equipment commonly used in large municipal drinking-water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks and reservoirs. They will also have knowledge of variable frequency drives, motor control centers, motors, digital and analog instruments, water quality and process control analyzers, high medium, and low voltage equipment, sub stations, co-generation systems, solar and emergency power systems, transfer switches, controls, valve operators, rectifiers, cathodic protection systems, pump control systems, PLC's, SCADA, radio communication and various network systems. Instrument Technician I - Ideal candidates will possess at least one year of experience performing skilled field work in pneumatic, mechanical, electromechanical and electronic circuitry repair, the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and have completed of a two-year formal electrical apprenticeship program and/or training in electronic technology. Instrument Technician II - Ideal candidates will possess at least two years of experience performing skilled field work in pneumatic, mechanical, electromechanical and electronic circuitry repair, the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and have completed of a two-year formal electrical apprenticeship program and/or training in electronic technology. While not required, possession of a California Department of Public Health Distribution Operator D1 or D2 License, California Department of Public Health Treatment Operator License T1 or T2, a California State Division of Industrial Standards Electrician's license, ISA certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level II certificate, and a California Water Environment Association Electrical Instrumentation Technician Grade I or II Certification are highly desirable licenses and certifications. 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. SALARY Instrument Technician I: Hourly: $36.5503 - $44.4271 | Bi-weekly: $2,924.02 - $3,554.17 | Monthly: $6,335.39 - $7,700.70 | Annually: $76,024.62- $92,408.37 Instrument Technician II : Hourly: $40.5914 - $49.3391 | Bi-weekly: $3,247.31 - $3,947.13 | Monthly: $7,035.84 - $8,552.11 | Annually: $84,430.11 - $102,625.33 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: Instrument Technician I - This is the entry level class in the Instrument Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Instrument Technician II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including maintenance, repair, replacement, design and calibration of controllers, instrumentation, and equipment as knowledge and experience grow and develop. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited related work experience. This type of experience is typically found in refinery, manufacturing, process control plant, and or college course work related to process instrumentation and industrial electrical/control maintenance and repair. Instrument Technician II - This is the full journey level class within the Instrument Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Instrument Technician I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including all maintenance, repair, replacement, design and calibration of all instruments, controls and equipment used in all City water treatment plants, pumping stations and hydroelectric power plant; and other duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Instrument Technician I-level when they have demonstrated journey-level knowledge and skills, or when filled from the outside, have prior, directly related experience. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Instrument Technician I - Receives immediate supervision from more experienced staff, supervisory and management staff. Instrument Technician II - Receives general supervision from more experienced staff, supervisory and management staff. May provide functional and technical work direction to less experienced staff. 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. Instrument Technician I - Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following : Installs, maintains, calibrates, and repairs microcomputer-based data acquisition and control systems, including telemeters, programmable logic controllers, monitoring and process control equipment and instrumentation. Makes inspections and performs periodic preventative maintenance on various control, metering, recording and display equipment; cleans, lubricates, calibrates and/or adjusts equipment as needed. Troubleshoots and diagnoses electronic, electro-mechanical instrumentation malfunctions; completes component level repairs or advises system contractor(s) of other repair requirements as appropriate. Uses software diagnostic routines and tests equipment to verify and/or adjust control system equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations. Installs, maintains and repairs multi-channel system radio and telephone, and calibrates microwave electronic equipment, antennas, battery backup power supplies and grounding systems including connections to existing systems. Reads and interprets wiring schematics, mechanical drawings and specifications as necessary to install, service and/or repair equipment in accordance with related regulations. May make estimates of labor, materials and supplies necessary for the performance of specific assignments. Keeps records and makes verbal and written reports of work performed. Installs, maintains, monitors, overhauls, calibrates and tests a wide variety of electronic recording, indicating, controlling, telemetering and other test instruments including but not limited to programmable logic controllers, communications systems, digital and/or analog instrumentation, printed circuits, magnetic flow meters, differential pressure transducers, multiplex equipment, flow meters, process control equipment, loss-of-head indicators, level indicators, solid state equipment, alarm circuits and systems, pressure and temperature regulators, gauges and recorders, chemical feeder controllers and telemetering receivers and transmitters. Performs other related duties as assigned. Instrument Technician II - In addition to the duties established for Instrument Technician I: May direct the work of other maintenance employees as required; ensures proper adherence to safety precautions. May inspect relevant work performed by contractors installing new electronic equipment in City facilities. Maintain and operate high voltage switch gear. Minimum Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Instrument Technician I Knowledge of: Some familiarity with methods, practices and tools used in maintaining, repairing, testing and calibrating electro-mechanical recording and metering instruments, programmable logic controllers, process control equipment, and mechanical linkage and telemetering systems. General safety practices, precautions and procedures pertaining to the work. Computer based data acquisition and control systems; microwave point to point and point-to-multi-point channel radio data communications equipment; telephone line interface for data communications; software diagnostic routines and test equipment; metering instruments and open and closed loop control systems. Common equipment, tools and materials used in electronic and instrument maintenance and repair. Applied principles of electronic and electrical theory, including Ohm's law; basic D.C. circuit analysis; A.C. circuit analysis; and, applicable mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry as related to specific work applications. Ability to: Learn to diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic difficulties/malfunctions in instrumentation, programmable logic controllers, control and telemetering systems. Read and interpret wiring schematics, diagrams, mechanical drawings and specifications. Make repairs to electronic, electro mechanical metering and process control instruments. Estimate labor and materials to effect repair or replacement as needed. Keep accurate records and make oral and written reports. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Perform skilled maintenance, calibration and repair of a variety of plant, electronic, and electro-mechanical instrumentation. Lift and carry tools, supplies, and equipment which may exceed 50 pounds. Use a variety of tools, including a variety of test equipment as required. Work independently, efficiently and accountably under general direction. Install metal or PVC electrical conduit. Assist with maintenance of high voltage switch gear. Instrument Technician II In addition to the knowledge and abilities established for Instrument Technician I: Knowledge of: Considerable knowledge of all areas specified under Instrument Technician I sufficient for performing journey-level work. Principles, techniques and operations involved in water treatment and distribution. Ability to: Perform the full range of duties for this class at the journey-level. Direct the work of other employees. Respond to emergency call outs. 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: Instrument Technician I Experience: Preferably completion of a formal, two-year electrical apprenticeship program and/or training in electronic technology. OR Some experience performing skilled field work in pneumatic, mechanical, electro mechanical and electronic circuitry repair, at least some of this time having involved work on instrumentation, field and process controls. Training: Completion of the twelfth grade, or its equivalent. License or Certificate: Must possess and maintain a valid, appropriate California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Instrument Technician II Experience: Completion of a two-year formal electrical apprenticeship program and/or training in electronic technology. OR Two years of experience performing skilled field work in pneumatic, mechanical, electro mechanical and electronic circuitry repair, at least some of this time having involved work on instrumentation, field and process controls equivalent to that of an Instrument Technician I with the City of Vallejo. Training: Completion of the twelfth grade, or its equivalent. License or Certificate : Must possess and maintain a valid, appropriate California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. *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 Friday, April 5, 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 8, 2024. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental responses scored by subject matter experts the week of April 8, 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 22, 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 April 5, 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: 4/5/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Mar 09, 2024
Full Time
Description PLEASE READ THIS BULLETIN IN ITS ENTIRETY 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 Instrument Technician positions, as collaborative members of the City's Water Department. Instrument Technicians will be able to effectively, efficiently and safely perform daily inspections, preventive maintenance, calibration, installation, and repair of a variety of instrumentation and electrical equipment. They will have knowledge of installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and calibration of a large variety of instrumentation and electrical systems, controls and equipment commonly used in large municipal drinking-water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks and reservoirs. They will also have knowledge of variable frequency drives, motor control centers, motors, digital and analog instruments, water quality and process control analyzers, high medium, and low voltage equipment, sub stations, co-generation systems, solar and emergency power systems, transfer switches, controls, valve operators, rectifiers, cathodic protection systems, pump control systems, PLC's, SCADA, radio communication and various network systems. Instrument Technician I - Ideal candidates will possess at least one year of experience performing skilled field work in pneumatic, mechanical, electromechanical and electronic circuitry repair, the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and have completed of a two-year formal electrical apprenticeship program and/or training in electronic technology. Instrument Technician II - Ideal candidates will possess at least two years of experience performing skilled field work in pneumatic, mechanical, electromechanical and electronic circuitry repair, the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and have completed of a two-year formal electrical apprenticeship program and/or training in electronic technology. While not required, possession of a California Department of Public Health Distribution Operator D1 or D2 License, California Department of Public Health Treatment Operator License T1 or T2, a California State Division of Industrial Standards Electrician's license, ISA certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) Level II certificate, and a California Water Environment Association Electrical Instrumentation Technician Grade I or II Certification are highly desirable licenses and certifications. 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. SALARY Instrument Technician I: Hourly: $36.5503 - $44.4271 | Bi-weekly: $2,924.02 - $3,554.17 | Monthly: $6,335.39 - $7,700.70 | Annually: $76,024.62- $92,408.37 Instrument Technician II : Hourly: $40.5914 - $49.3391 | Bi-weekly: $3,247.31 - $3,947.13 | Monthly: $7,035.84 - $8,552.11 | Annually: $84,430.11 - $102,625.33 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: Instrument Technician I - This is the entry level class in the Instrument Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Instrument Technician II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series including maintenance, repair, replacement, design and calibration of controllers, instrumentation, and equipment as knowledge and experience grow and develop. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited related work experience. This type of experience is typically found in refinery, manufacturing, process control plant, and or college course work related to process instrumentation and industrial electrical/control maintenance and repair. Instrument Technician II - This is the full journey level class within the Instrument Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Instrument Technician I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including all maintenance, repair, replacement, design and calibration of all instruments, controls and equipment used in all City water treatment plants, pumping stations and hydroelectric power plant; and other duties as assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Instrument Technician I-level when they have demonstrated journey-level knowledge and skills, or when filled from the outside, have prior, directly related experience. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Instrument Technician I - Receives immediate supervision from more experienced staff, supervisory and management staff. Instrument Technician II - Receives general supervision from more experienced staff, supervisory and management staff. May provide functional and technical work direction to less experienced staff. 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. Instrument Technician I - Important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following : Installs, maintains, calibrates, and repairs microcomputer-based data acquisition and control systems, including telemeters, programmable logic controllers, monitoring and process control equipment and instrumentation. Makes inspections and performs periodic preventative maintenance on various control, metering, recording and display equipment; cleans, lubricates, calibrates and/or adjusts equipment as needed. Troubleshoots and diagnoses electronic, electro-mechanical instrumentation malfunctions; completes component level repairs or advises system contractor(s) of other repair requirements as appropriate. Uses software diagnostic routines and tests equipment to verify and/or adjust control system equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations. Installs, maintains and repairs multi-channel system radio and telephone, and calibrates microwave electronic equipment, antennas, battery backup power supplies and grounding systems including connections to existing systems. Reads and interprets wiring schematics, mechanical drawings and specifications as necessary to install, service and/or repair equipment in accordance with related regulations. May make estimates of labor, materials and supplies necessary for the performance of specific assignments. Keeps records and makes verbal and written reports of work performed. Installs, maintains, monitors, overhauls, calibrates and tests a wide variety of electronic recording, indicating, controlling, telemetering and other test instruments including but not limited to programmable logic controllers, communications systems, digital and/or analog instrumentation, printed circuits, magnetic flow meters, differential pressure transducers, multiplex equipment, flow meters, process control equipment, loss-of-head indicators, level indicators, solid state equipment, alarm circuits and systems, pressure and temperature regulators, gauges and recorders, chemical feeder controllers and telemetering receivers and transmitters. Performs other related duties as assigned. Instrument Technician II - In addition to the duties established for Instrument Technician I: May direct the work of other maintenance employees as required; ensures proper adherence to safety precautions. May inspect relevant work performed by contractors installing new electronic equipment in City facilities. Maintain and operate high voltage switch gear. Minimum Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Instrument Technician I Knowledge of: Some familiarity with methods, practices and tools used in maintaining, repairing, testing and calibrating electro-mechanical recording and metering instruments, programmable logic controllers, process control equipment, and mechanical linkage and telemetering systems. General safety practices, precautions and procedures pertaining to the work. Computer based data acquisition and control systems; microwave point to point and point-to-multi-point channel radio data communications equipment; telephone line interface for data communications; software diagnostic routines and test equipment; metering instruments and open and closed loop control systems. Common equipment, tools and materials used in electronic and instrument maintenance and repair. Applied principles of electronic and electrical theory, including Ohm's law; basic D.C. circuit analysis; A.C. circuit analysis; and, applicable mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry as related to specific work applications. Ability to: Learn to diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic difficulties/malfunctions in instrumentation, programmable logic controllers, control and telemetering systems. Read and interpret wiring schematics, diagrams, mechanical drawings and specifications. Make repairs to electronic, electro mechanical metering and process control instruments. Estimate labor and materials to effect repair or replacement as needed. Keep accurate records and make oral and written reports. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Perform skilled maintenance, calibration and repair of a variety of plant, electronic, and electro-mechanical instrumentation. Lift and carry tools, supplies, and equipment which may exceed 50 pounds. Use a variety of tools, including a variety of test equipment as required. Work independently, efficiently and accountably under general direction. Install metal or PVC electrical conduit. Assist with maintenance of high voltage switch gear. Instrument Technician II In addition to the knowledge and abilities established for Instrument Technician I: Knowledge of: Considerable knowledge of all areas specified under Instrument Technician I sufficient for performing journey-level work. Principles, techniques and operations involved in water treatment and distribution. Ability to: Perform the full range of duties for this class at the journey-level. Direct the work of other employees. Respond to emergency call outs. 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: Instrument Technician I Experience: Preferably completion of a formal, two-year electrical apprenticeship program and/or training in electronic technology. OR Some experience performing skilled field work in pneumatic, mechanical, electro mechanical and electronic circuitry repair, at least some of this time having involved work on instrumentation, field and process controls. Training: Completion of the twelfth grade, or its equivalent. License or Certificate: Must possess and maintain a valid, appropriate California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. Instrument Technician II Experience: Completion of a two-year formal electrical apprenticeship program and/or training in electronic technology. OR Two years of experience performing skilled field work in pneumatic, mechanical, electro mechanical and electronic circuitry repair, at least some of this time having involved work on instrumentation, field and process controls equivalent to that of an Instrument Technician I with the City of Vallejo. Training: Completion of the twelfth grade, or its equivalent. License or Certificate : Must possess and maintain a valid, appropriate California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record. *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 Friday, April 5, 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 8, 2024. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental responses scored by subject matter experts the week of April 8, 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 22, 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 April 5, 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: 4/5/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
City of Vallejo
Vallejo, California, United States
Description PLEASE READ THIS BULLETIN IN ITS ENTIRETY THE POSITION This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy. 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 ideal Plant Maintenance Supervisor will have at least four years of journey-level experience performing instrumentation/electrical or mechanical installation or repair work which includes the maintenance, repair, and alteration of industrial instrumentation/electrical mechanical systems and equipment like those found in large municipal water treatment plants and have the ability to supervise, assign, review, and participate in the work of Water Department Facilities staff responsible for maintenance and repair services for the City's water treatment and pumping facilities, systems and equipment. While not required at time of hire, the following licenses and certifications are required within specified period below: First Aid CPR certification (within 18 months from time of appointment). Forklift Operator certification (within 18 months from time of appointment). Aerial Lift platform certification (within 18 months from time of appointment). California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Mechanical Technologist Grade 3 certification (within 24 months from time of appointment). State Water Resources Control Board (SWRBC) Grade 3 Distribution Operator license (within 24 months from time of appointment). National Commission for Certified Crane Operators (NCCCO) Operators and Riggers license (within 24 months from time of appointment). Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) Maintenance and Reliability Technician certification (highly desirable). State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Grade 2 Treatment Operator license (highly desirable). Association of Boards (ABC) Plant Maintenance Technologist III certification (highly desirable). 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-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 supervisory level classification in the City's Water Department. Incumbents are expected to provide supervision and coordination of work, and to perform the full range of duties for their assigned unit. This class is distinguished from subordinate mechanical and instrumentation/electrical maintenance staff by the level of responsibility, complexity of duties, and high degree of independence in the performance of their duties. This classification is designated as at-will. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction from the Water Facilities Superintendent. Exercises direct supervision over plant maintenance instrumentation/electrical or mechanical staff, depending on assigned unit. 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. Important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following: Receive general written and/or oral work assignments from the Water Facilities Superintendent; assist in determining the type of equipment, personnel, and materials needed, as well as the relative priority of multiple tasks and projects. Plan, prioritize, schedule, assign, supervise and review the work of subordinate staff. Participate in the selection of assigned staff; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement disciplinary procedures when necessary. Participate in the daily inspection, preventive maintenance, calibration, installation, and repair of a variety of instrumentation and electrical equipment or mechanical equipment, depending on assigned unit. Read, interpret, and modify electrical or mechanical schematics, mechanical drawings, and specifications as necessary to install, service and/or repair equipment in accordance with related regulations; may design instrumentation, and electrical or mechanical system components and drawings, depending on assigned unit. Depending on assigned unit, install, maintain, monitor, repair, modify, calibrate, test and perform routine preventive maintenance work on water treatment and distribution plant equipment, including a wide variety of mechanical equipment or electronic recording, analyzing, indicating, controlling, telemetering and other test instruments used in large municipal water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks and reservoirs. Use diagnostic routines, and test equipment to verify and/or adjust control system equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations, and/or utility needs. Perform light building maintenance on pump stations, plant facilities, tanks, and reservoirs, including light carpentry, masonry, concrete, electrical and HVAC work. Prepare various reports on operations and activities. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; assist in the development and planning of unit programs; establish schedules and methods for providing maintenance and repair services; coordinate with other departments/divisions for the repair of equipment as required; implement policies and procedures. Participate in the preparation and administration of the assigned budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures. Obtain quotes and prepare specifications for material and equipment purchases; requisition supplies and materials as needed; ensure inventory remains stocked in warehouse. Maintain field and/or shop records including cost estimates and supplies, materials, equipment, and/or personnel used in the course of work performed. Ensure the adherence to City, departmental and safety policies and procedures by personnel; conduct training sessions with employees regarding safety, equipment operation procedures and related topics. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen or staff inquiries and complaints. Investigate liability claims submitted to the City; provide information to appropriate staff; coordinate repair actions if required. Assist in preparation of work site for service and ensure that materials and tools are clean, properly located on the job, in the shop area, or in the service vehicle in preparation for daily work; help keep the shop area and service vehicles generally clean and orderly; clean-up work area after job is completed. Assist in the preparation of maintenance contracts for work to be performed by outside contractors; assist in the preparation of instrumentation/electrical or mechanical repair and alteration plans and specifications; oversee and inspect the work of contractors related to instrumentation/electrical or mechanical maintenance services; ensure work is accomplished in a timely and appropriate manner; ensure compliance with applicable codes. Assist in a variety of Department and Division operations; perform special projects and assignments as requested. Inspect City facilities for needed maintenance and repairs; coordinate a system for preventive maintenance. Inspect work sites before, during, and after completion to ensure work is completed in a satisfactory and thorough manner. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. When Assigned to the Instrumentation and Electrical Unit: Perform a wide variety of field and shop instrumentation/electrical work, including the installation, monitoring, repair, modification, calibration, testing, daily inspection, and preventative maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, SCADA, and telemetry equipment, and other test instruments used in large municipal water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks, and reservoirs. Use a variety of hand and power tools, gauges, measuring and testing instruments common to the instrumentation and electrical trades such as multi meters, amp meter, megohm meters, signal generator, high voltage testers. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high, medium, and low voltage equipment, substations, co-generation systems, solar systems, emergency power systems, transfer switches, motors, variable frequency drives, circuits, controls, motor control centers, valve operators, rectifiers, cathodic protection systems, pump control systems, meters, digital and analog instruments, printed circuits, differential pressure transmitters, multiplex equipment, process control equipment, loss-of-head indicators, level indicators, solid state equipment, alarm circuits and systems, pressure and temperature regulators, gauges and recorders, chemical feeder controllers, water quality analyzers, PLC's (Programmable Logic Controls), SCADA, radio communications, various network systems, and other utility related components. When Assigned to the Mechanical Unit: Perform a wide variety of field and shop mechanical work, including the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical equipment used in large municipal water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks, and reservoirs. Use a variety of hand and power tools, gauges, and measuring and testing instruments common to the mechanical maintenance trades such as cutting torches, welders, impact wrenches, band saws, pipe threading machines, taps and dies, drill presses, grinders, milling machines, scales, micrometers, dial indicators, and Vernier calipers. Install, maintain, and repair pumps, valves, piping/plumbing, chemical systems, air and hydraulic systems, clarifiers, ozone generators, co-generation equipment, emergency power equipment, and other utility related components. Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install pumps, motors, mixers, gearboxes, bearings, valves, hydraulic controls, regulators, piping systems, chemical feed devices, oxygen systems, ozone gas production and distribution equipment, compressors, gas/diesel engines or generators, co-generation equipment, and other related equipment and machinery used in a water treatment plant and related facilities; change filters, check belt tensions, lubricate moving parts and bearings, and in inspect pumps, motors, compressors, plant equipment and facilities for proper operation and condition. Perform, and assist in the disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, and reassembly of all related plant mechanical equipment. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: Principles, practices, techniques, and operations involved in water treatment, pumping facilities, systems and equipment; specifically, as they relate to instrumentation/electrical or mechanical systems. Principles, practices, and techniques of supervision. Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive maintenance and repair program for water treatment and pumping system facilities. Procedures, methods, practices, materials, and equipment commonly used in an electrical or mechanical maintenance and repair program for water treatment and pumping system facilities. Occupational hazards and standard safety practices associated with an electrical or mechanical maintenance and repair program in a water treatment and pumping system environment. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations. Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting. Principles of municipal budget preparation and control. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. When Assigned to the Instrumentation and Electrical Unit: Methods, practices, and tools used in maintaining, repairing, testing, and calibrating electro-mechanical recording and metering instruments, programmable logic controllers, process control equipment, mechanical linkage, and telemetering systems. Lead supervision and training, safety practices, precautions and procedures pertaining to the work, computer-based data acquisition and control systems, microwave point-to-point and point-to-multi-point channel radio data communications equipment, telephone line interface for data communications, software diagnostic routines and test equipment, metering instruments and flow in open channel and closed loop systems. Principles, techniques, and operations involved in water treatment and distribution; common equipment, tools and materials used in electronic and instrument maintenance and repair; applied principles of electronic and electrical theory including Ohm's law, basic D.C. circuit analysis, A.C. circuit analysis; and applicable mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry as related to specific work applications. When Assigned to the Mechanical Unit: Methods, practices, and tools used in maintaining, repairing, testing, identification and use of standard stationary, hand and power tool; the materials, terms, practices, and equipment common to mechanical trades, arithmetic and mechanical principles related to shop and field work. Lead supervision and training, safety practices, precautions and procedures pertaining to the work. Principles, techniques, and operations involved in water treatment and distribution; common equipment, tools and materials used in mechanical equipment maintenance and repair; applied principles of mechanical theory. Ability to: Perform a variety of advanced journey level instrumentation/electrical or mechanical work involved in the maintenance and repair of the City's water treatment plants and related facilities. Diagnose, disassemble, perform extensive repair, and rebuilding of various instrumentation/electrical or mechanical equipment and systems used in large municipal water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks and reservoirs. Assist in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation/electrical or mechanical equipment and machinery including pumps, valves, valve operators, and chemical feed equipment. Supervise, organize, and review the work of subordinate personnel; select, supervise, train and evaluate staff; oversee the work of outside contractors. Interpret, explain and enforce City and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure crew compliance with Federal, State and local rules, laws and regulations. Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports. Perform responsible and difficult work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative. Conduct studies, prepare comprehensive reports, and determine cost effective ways for conducting the assigned plant maintenance operations. Operate and maintain machinery and equipment related to the maintenance and repair of water treatment and pumping facilities. Accurately determine work required and estimate the hours, materials and cost of such work. Read, interpret, explain, and follow electrical and mechanical blueprints, drawings, specifications, technical manuals, and 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 public, coworkers, and vendors. Work underground in tanks, channels, or other structures while assisting in the maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities. Perform rigging as required for the lifting and placement of heavy machinery or equipment. Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, telescoping boom trucks, stationary cranes, and man lifts. Perform various landscape and vegetation control duties within service areas. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job assignments/working environments. Perform confined space entries, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) weighing up to 40 lbs. for extended periods of time. Respond to emergency and after hours calls. Must be willing to carry and operate a smart phone in support of 24-hour operations in assigned area of responsibility or to respond to emergency situations in off hours as required. Must be able to pass a background/criminal investigation to gain access to military base for the length of employment. 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: Four years of increasingly responsible journey level experience performing instrumentation/electrical or mechanical installation or repair work which includes the maintenance, repair, and alteration of industrial instrumentation/electrical or mechanical systems and equipment like those found in large municipal water treatment plants, including one year of lead or supervisory experience. Education: High School diploma or GED, supplemented by college or technical school coursework in electrical or mechanical maintenance and repair. License or Certificate : Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Certified and proficient in confined space entry and rescue within 18 months from time of appointment. First Aid CPR certification within 18 months from time of appointment. Certified as a competent forklift operator in accordance with Title 8, Section 3650, 3664 & 3668 within 18 months from time of appointment. Aerial Lift platform certificate 18 months from time of appointment. Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a SWRCB (State Water Resources Control Board) Grade 3 Distribution Operator license within 24 months from time of appointment. NCCCO (National Commission for Certified Crane Operators) operators and riggers license within 24 months from time of appointment. Class A driver's license is highly desirable. SWRCB (State Water Resources Control Board) Grade 2 Treatment Operator license is highly desirable. When Assigned to Instrumentation & Electrical Unit: Possess and maintain a CWEA (California Water Environment Association) Instrument/Electrical Grade 3 within 24 months from time of appointment. California State Division of Industrial Standards Electrician's license is highly desirable. ISA certified control systems technician (CCST) Level II certificate is highly desirable. When Assigned to Mechanical Unit: Possess and maintain a CWEA (California Water Environment Association) Mechanical Technologist Grade 3 within 24 months from time of appointment. Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician is highly desirable. Association of Boards (ABC) Certification: Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification III is highly desirable. *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. Additional Information SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Working Conditions Water treatment plant, pump stations, storage locations and field setting with travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work in or around water; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces; occasionally work at heights; incumbents must be willing to work overtime and off hour shifts in emergency situations. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office, plant and field setting; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb unusual heights on ladders; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Operating equipment and machines requires making precise arm-hand position movements, fine, highly controlled muscular movements, standing for extended periods of time unable to sit or rest at will. Many aspects involve making skillful, controlled manipulations of small objects. Performs tasks requiring: strength and stamina, such as lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; sitting, standing, walking on uneven or slippery surfaces, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, and grasping; ascending and descending stairs and ladders; work both inside and outside with exposure to weather, odors, dust and pollen; exposure to chemicals, skin irritants, fumes and solvents; frequent and repetitive hand and arm motion; hand and finger dexterity sufficient to use small tools and key pads; the ability to see well enough to read gauges and documents; the ability to distinguish colors; the ability to communicate verbally, including projecting a voice that can be heard in a noisy environment; the ability to hear and distinguish various sounds, such as alarms, voices of co-workers and sounds of operating equipment in both quiet and noisy environments; and the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Operating a forklift or crane requires coordinating the movement of more than one limb simultaneously. Working on equipment often involves bending or stooping repeatedly or continually over time. Working on overhead systems requires lifting arms above shoulder level. Work is performed in sumps, vaults, galleys, and other small, cramped areas and involves sitting/standing for extended periods of time with the inability to change positions. Work on overhead and or roof-mounted equipment is performed at elevated heights greater than 10 feet. Work often requires walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces and is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements. Water Facilities Maintenance staff must be able to hear alarms, carry equipment and or tools weighing more than 50 pounds more than 20 feet. Some work is performed in enclosed spaces with exposure to temperatures as high as 120 degrees Fahrenheit. A self-contained breathing apparatus may be necessary when working in confined spaces and other hazardous locations. Must be able to pass a background/criminal investigation to gain access to military base for the length of employment. The Recruitment & Selection Process Applications are due by 5:00 P.M. on Monday, April 8, 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 8, 2024. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental responses scored by subject matter experts the week of April 8, 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 29, 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 April 8, 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: 4/8/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Mar 12, 2024
Full Time
Description PLEASE READ THIS BULLETIN IN ITS ENTIRETY THE POSITION This recruitment is being conducted to fill one full-time vacancy. 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 ideal Plant Maintenance Supervisor will have at least four years of journey-level experience performing instrumentation/electrical or mechanical installation or repair work which includes the maintenance, repair, and alteration of industrial instrumentation/electrical mechanical systems and equipment like those found in large municipal water treatment plants and have the ability to supervise, assign, review, and participate in the work of Water Department Facilities staff responsible for maintenance and repair services for the City's water treatment and pumping facilities, systems and equipment. While not required at time of hire, the following licenses and certifications are required within specified period below: First Aid CPR certification (within 18 months from time of appointment). Forklift Operator certification (within 18 months from time of appointment). Aerial Lift platform certification (within 18 months from time of appointment). California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Mechanical Technologist Grade 3 certification (within 24 months from time of appointment). State Water Resources Control Board (SWRBC) Grade 3 Distribution Operator license (within 24 months from time of appointment). National Commission for Certified Crane Operators (NCCCO) Operators and Riggers license (within 24 months from time of appointment). Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) Maintenance and Reliability Technician certification (highly desirable). State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Grade 2 Treatment Operator license (highly desirable). Association of Boards (ABC) Plant Maintenance Technologist III certification (highly desirable). 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-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 supervisory level classification in the City's Water Department. Incumbents are expected to provide supervision and coordination of work, and to perform the full range of duties for their assigned unit. This class is distinguished from subordinate mechanical and instrumentation/electrical maintenance staff by the level of responsibility, complexity of duties, and high degree of independence in the performance of their duties. This classification is designated as at-will. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction from the Water Facilities Superintendent. Exercises direct supervision over plant maintenance instrumentation/electrical or mechanical staff, depending on assigned unit. 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. Important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following: Receive general written and/or oral work assignments from the Water Facilities Superintendent; assist in determining the type of equipment, personnel, and materials needed, as well as the relative priority of multiple tasks and projects. Plan, prioritize, schedule, assign, supervise and review the work of subordinate staff. Participate in the selection of assigned staff; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement disciplinary procedures when necessary. Participate in the daily inspection, preventive maintenance, calibration, installation, and repair of a variety of instrumentation and electrical equipment or mechanical equipment, depending on assigned unit. Read, interpret, and modify electrical or mechanical schematics, mechanical drawings, and specifications as necessary to install, service and/or repair equipment in accordance with related regulations; may design instrumentation, and electrical or mechanical system components and drawings, depending on assigned unit. Depending on assigned unit, install, maintain, monitor, repair, modify, calibrate, test and perform routine preventive maintenance work on water treatment and distribution plant equipment, including a wide variety of mechanical equipment or electronic recording, analyzing, indicating, controlling, telemetering and other test instruments used in large municipal water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks and reservoirs. Use diagnostic routines, and test equipment to verify and/or adjust control system equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations, and/or utility needs. Perform light building maintenance on pump stations, plant facilities, tanks, and reservoirs, including light carpentry, masonry, concrete, electrical and HVAC work. Prepare various reports on operations and activities. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; assist in the development and planning of unit programs; establish schedules and methods for providing maintenance and repair services; coordinate with other departments/divisions for the repair of equipment as required; implement policies and procedures. Participate in the preparation and administration of the assigned budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures. Obtain quotes and prepare specifications for material and equipment purchases; requisition supplies and materials as needed; ensure inventory remains stocked in warehouse. Maintain field and/or shop records including cost estimates and supplies, materials, equipment, and/or personnel used in the course of work performed. Ensure the adherence to City, departmental and safety policies and procedures by personnel; conduct training sessions with employees regarding safety, equipment operation procedures and related topics. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen or staff inquiries and complaints. Investigate liability claims submitted to the City; provide information to appropriate staff; coordinate repair actions if required. Assist in preparation of work site for service and ensure that materials and tools are clean, properly located on the job, in the shop area, or in the service vehicle in preparation for daily work; help keep the shop area and service vehicles generally clean and orderly; clean-up work area after job is completed. Assist in the preparation of maintenance contracts for work to be performed by outside contractors; assist in the preparation of instrumentation/electrical or mechanical repair and alteration plans and specifications; oversee and inspect the work of contractors related to instrumentation/electrical or mechanical maintenance services; ensure work is accomplished in a timely and appropriate manner; ensure compliance with applicable codes. Assist in a variety of Department and Division operations; perform special projects and assignments as requested. Inspect City facilities for needed maintenance and repairs; coordinate a system for preventive maintenance. Inspect work sites before, during, and after completion to ensure work is completed in a satisfactory and thorough manner. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. When Assigned to the Instrumentation and Electrical Unit: Perform a wide variety of field and shop instrumentation/electrical work, including the installation, monitoring, repair, modification, calibration, testing, daily inspection, and preventative maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, SCADA, and telemetry equipment, and other test instruments used in large municipal water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks, and reservoirs. Use a variety of hand and power tools, gauges, measuring and testing instruments common to the instrumentation and electrical trades such as multi meters, amp meter, megohm meters, signal generator, high voltage testers. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high, medium, and low voltage equipment, substations, co-generation systems, solar systems, emergency power systems, transfer switches, motors, variable frequency drives, circuits, controls, motor control centers, valve operators, rectifiers, cathodic protection systems, pump control systems, meters, digital and analog instruments, printed circuits, differential pressure transmitters, multiplex equipment, process control equipment, loss-of-head indicators, level indicators, solid state equipment, alarm circuits and systems, pressure and temperature regulators, gauges and recorders, chemical feeder controllers, water quality analyzers, PLC's (Programmable Logic Controls), SCADA, radio communications, various network systems, and other utility related components. When Assigned to the Mechanical Unit: Perform a wide variety of field and shop mechanical work, including the installation, repair, and maintenance of mechanical equipment used in large municipal water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks, and reservoirs. Use a variety of hand and power tools, gauges, and measuring and testing instruments common to the mechanical maintenance trades such as cutting torches, welders, impact wrenches, band saws, pipe threading machines, taps and dies, drill presses, grinders, milling machines, scales, micrometers, dial indicators, and Vernier calipers. Install, maintain, and repair pumps, valves, piping/plumbing, chemical systems, air and hydraulic systems, clarifiers, ozone generators, co-generation equipment, emergency power equipment, and other utility related components. Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install pumps, motors, mixers, gearboxes, bearings, valves, hydraulic controls, regulators, piping systems, chemical feed devices, oxygen systems, ozone gas production and distribution equipment, compressors, gas/diesel engines or generators, co-generation equipment, and other related equipment and machinery used in a water treatment plant and related facilities; change filters, check belt tensions, lubricate moving parts and bearings, and in inspect pumps, motors, compressors, plant equipment and facilities for proper operation and condition. Perform, and assist in the disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, and reassembly of all related plant mechanical equipment. Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: Principles, practices, techniques, and operations involved in water treatment, pumping facilities, systems and equipment; specifically, as they relate to instrumentation/electrical or mechanical systems. Principles, practices, and techniques of supervision. Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive maintenance and repair program for water treatment and pumping system facilities. Procedures, methods, practices, materials, and equipment commonly used in an electrical or mechanical maintenance and repair program for water treatment and pumping system facilities. Occupational hazards and standard safety practices associated with an electrical or mechanical maintenance and repair program in a water treatment and pumping system environment. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations. Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting. Principles of municipal budget preparation and control. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment. When Assigned to the Instrumentation and Electrical Unit: Methods, practices, and tools used in maintaining, repairing, testing, and calibrating electro-mechanical recording and metering instruments, programmable logic controllers, process control equipment, mechanical linkage, and telemetering systems. Lead supervision and training, safety practices, precautions and procedures pertaining to the work, computer-based data acquisition and control systems, microwave point-to-point and point-to-multi-point channel radio data communications equipment, telephone line interface for data communications, software diagnostic routines and test equipment, metering instruments and flow in open channel and closed loop systems. Principles, techniques, and operations involved in water treatment and distribution; common equipment, tools and materials used in electronic and instrument maintenance and repair; applied principles of electronic and electrical theory including Ohm's law, basic D.C. circuit analysis, A.C. circuit analysis; and applicable mathematics including algebra, geometry and trigonometry as related to specific work applications. When Assigned to the Mechanical Unit: Methods, practices, and tools used in maintaining, repairing, testing, identification and use of standard stationary, hand and power tool; the materials, terms, practices, and equipment common to mechanical trades, arithmetic and mechanical principles related to shop and field work. Lead supervision and training, safety practices, precautions and procedures pertaining to the work. Principles, techniques, and operations involved in water treatment and distribution; common equipment, tools and materials used in mechanical equipment maintenance and repair; applied principles of mechanical theory. Ability to: Perform a variety of advanced journey level instrumentation/electrical or mechanical work involved in the maintenance and repair of the City's water treatment plants and related facilities. Diagnose, disassemble, perform extensive repair, and rebuilding of various instrumentation/electrical or mechanical equipment and systems used in large municipal water treatment plants, pump stations, storage tanks and reservoirs. Assist in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation/electrical or mechanical equipment and machinery including pumps, valves, valve operators, and chemical feed equipment. Supervise, organize, and review the work of subordinate personnel; select, supervise, train and evaluate staff; oversee the work of outside contractors. Interpret, explain and enforce City and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure crew compliance with Federal, State and local rules, laws and regulations. Maintain accurate records and prepare clear and concise reports. Perform responsible and difficult work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative. Conduct studies, prepare comprehensive reports, and determine cost effective ways for conducting the assigned plant maintenance operations. Operate and maintain machinery and equipment related to the maintenance and repair of water treatment and pumping facilities. Accurately determine work required and estimate the hours, materials and cost of such work. Read, interpret, explain, and follow electrical and mechanical blueprints, drawings, specifications, technical manuals, and 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 public, coworkers, and vendors. Work underground in tanks, channels, or other structures while assisting in the maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities. Perform rigging as required for the lifting and placement of heavy machinery or equipment. Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, telescoping boom trucks, stationary cranes, and man lifts. Perform various landscape and vegetation control duties within service areas. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job assignments/working environments. Perform confined space entries, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) weighing up to 40 lbs. for extended periods of time. Respond to emergency and after hours calls. Must be willing to carry and operate a smart phone in support of 24-hour operations in assigned area of responsibility or to respond to emergency situations in off hours as required. Must be able to pass a background/criminal investigation to gain access to military base for the length of employment. 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: Four years of increasingly responsible journey level experience performing instrumentation/electrical or mechanical installation or repair work which includes the maintenance, repair, and alteration of industrial instrumentation/electrical or mechanical systems and equipment like those found in large municipal water treatment plants, including one year of lead or supervisory experience. Education: High School diploma or GED, supplemented by college or technical school coursework in electrical or mechanical maintenance and repair. License or Certificate : Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record. Certified and proficient in confined space entry and rescue within 18 months from time of appointment. First Aid CPR certification within 18 months from time of appointment. Certified as a competent forklift operator in accordance with Title 8, Section 3650, 3664 & 3668 within 18 months from time of appointment. Aerial Lift platform certificate 18 months from time of appointment. Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a SWRCB (State Water Resources Control Board) Grade 3 Distribution Operator license within 24 months from time of appointment. NCCCO (National Commission for Certified Crane Operators) operators and riggers license within 24 months from time of appointment. Class A driver's license is highly desirable. SWRCB (State Water Resources Control Board) Grade 2 Treatment Operator license is highly desirable. When Assigned to Instrumentation & Electrical Unit: Possess and maintain a CWEA (California Water Environment Association) Instrument/Electrical Grade 3 within 24 months from time of appointment. California State Division of Industrial Standards Electrician's license is highly desirable. ISA certified control systems technician (CCST) Level II certificate is highly desirable. When Assigned to Mechanical Unit: Possess and maintain a CWEA (California Water Environment Association) Mechanical Technologist Grade 3 within 24 months from time of appointment. Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician is highly desirable. Association of Boards (ABC) Certification: Plant Maintenance Technologist Certification III is highly desirable. *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. Additional Information SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Working Conditions Water treatment plant, pump stations, storage locations and field setting with travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work in or around water; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces; occasionally work at heights; incumbents must be willing to work overtime and off hour shifts in emergency situations. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office, plant and field setting; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb unusual heights on ladders; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Operating equipment and machines requires making precise arm-hand position movements, fine, highly controlled muscular movements, standing for extended periods of time unable to sit or rest at will. Many aspects involve making skillful, controlled manipulations of small objects. Performs tasks requiring: strength and stamina, such as lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; sitting, standing, walking on uneven or slippery surfaces, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, and grasping; ascending and descending stairs and ladders; work both inside and outside with exposure to weather, odors, dust and pollen; exposure to chemicals, skin irritants, fumes and solvents; frequent and repetitive hand and arm motion; hand and finger dexterity sufficient to use small tools and key pads; the ability to see well enough to read gauges and documents; the ability to distinguish colors; the ability to communicate verbally, including projecting a voice that can be heard in a noisy environment; the ability to hear and distinguish various sounds, such as alarms, voices of co-workers and sounds of operating equipment in both quiet and noisy environments; and the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Operating a forklift or crane requires coordinating the movement of more than one limb simultaneously. Working on equipment often involves bending or stooping repeatedly or continually over time. Working on overhead systems requires lifting arms above shoulder level. Work is performed in sumps, vaults, galleys, and other small, cramped areas and involves sitting/standing for extended periods of time with the inability to change positions. Work on overhead and or roof-mounted equipment is performed at elevated heights greater than 10 feet. Work often requires walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces and is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements. Water Facilities Maintenance staff must be able to hear alarms, carry equipment and or tools weighing more than 50 pounds more than 20 feet. Some work is performed in enclosed spaces with exposure to temperatures as high as 120 degrees Fahrenheit. A self-contained breathing apparatus may be necessary when working in confined spaces and other hazardous locations. Must be able to pass a background/criminal investigation to gain access to military base for the length of employment. The Recruitment & Selection Process Applications are due by 5:00 P.M. on Monday, April 8, 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 8, 2024. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their supplemental responses scored by subject matter experts the week of April 8, 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 29, 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 April 8, 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: 4/8/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CA
El Segundo, California, United States
Description This is an Open-Competitive recruitment. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis with the first review of applications on Monday, February 26, 2024 at 5 p.m. This recruitment requires that a cover letter addressing your professional environmental programs experience and resume be uploaded with the application to be considered complete. Applicants appearing best qualified based upon a review of the application materials will be invited to participate in an interview. Applications received after February 26 2024, may not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time. Develops, manages, coordinates, and administers environmental sustainability programs, studies and initiatives in support of City initiatives and work plans; manages Residential and Commercial Solid Waste Collection/Recycling and Disposal Services, interacts with industrial /Wastewater treatment plant within/adjacent to the City regarding environmental issues and coordinates with Air Quality Management District (AQMD) regarding compliance to the rules/regulations, coordinates projects involving staff, project teams, consultants, and other parties; prepares Requests for Proposals (RFP’s), Staff Reports, program budgets and manages related contracts; and makes presentations and works with a variety of external representatives. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This position will not provide services as it relates to preparing, analyzing or commenting on projects subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) or National Environmental Policy Act and/or that will be reviewed by the Planning Commission, except for work and maintenance activities issues that are solely City projects and not related to private developments. If these limited projects are subject to Planning Commission review, then they shall not be submitted to the Environmental Committee for its review, comment or action. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives direction from the Director of Public Works. May provide direct or technical and functional supervision to City staff and/or volunteers. Essential Job Functions Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. The Environmental Programs Manager is competent in performing the below duties. Incumbents may not perform all the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those below, to address business needs or changing business practices: Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities: • Develops, evaluates the feasibility of, and implements sustainability programs, studies or initiatives related to climate change planning and development, energy efficiency measures, water conservation programs, expansion of recycled water usage for parks and landscaping, stormwater quality, wastewater programs, electric vehicle charging stations; researches environmental issues and policies having regional and broader impacts and develops related work plans and manages related contracts; Manages the City’s Solid Waste Collection/Recycling and Disposal Services; interacts with the CalRecycle and the City’s vendor to ensure CalRecycle rules, regulations, and requirements are adhered to and the City remains in good standing; represents the City in Los Angeles Regional Agency (LARA), develops RFP’s for selection of vendors for solid waste consulting and solid waste haulers; leads ;reviews all reports to CalRecycle, responds to complaints regarding trash haulers; maintains analytics for shredding events, bulk trash pick-ups, composting; and interacts with solid waste haulers for various city needs; • Interacts with AQMD and all industrial facilities within the City as well as adjacent wastewater treatment plant to ensure that all the City and AQMD ‘s rules and regulations are adhered to; responds to any and all complaints regarding these facilities such as odor, gas emissions, noise, waste disposals and other complaints; • Administers and monitors the City’s compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for the Underground Storage Tanks (UST) program for City fuel site, construction projects, and fuel testing operations. Maintains program records and prepares status and activity reports as required; • Participates in developing and administering program and project budgets, including researching assumptions, practices, specifications, and requirements, and determining appropriate funding and expenditure levels for environmental programs; • Researches and analyzes new sustainable best practices, pending legislation and recent Federal and State regulations for the City to enhance environmental participation; prepares letters and resolutions in support of regional, Statewide, and federal environmental policies; • Researches and evaluates significance of factors, trends; conducts extensive data analyses to report upon project status and the overall direction of the City's environmental programs; • Develops and facilitates community-wide events to raise awareness of climate change, pollution prevention, energy efficiency, water conservation, sustainable landscapes, healthy living, and other initiatives; leads or participates in environmental sustainability-related public information and outreach functions with residents, school representatives, business representatives, and other parties; • Develops training workshops and makes presentations on environmental programs to outside organizations such as City associations, civic groups, regional agencies, partnership agencies, and other parties; • Prepares and presents City Council staff reports, technical reports, and correspondence; and maintains City's webpage with resources, news items, events, notices, and links to relevant municipal programs; • Serves as departmental or City representative in interdepartmental, community, regional, and professional meetings; coordinates information requests and provides status updates to the City Council and community; interacts with businesses and vendors regarding City's environmental policies and goals. • Ensures the City's compliance with local, state and federal regulatory agencies as relates to environmental sustainability government codes and practices; • Seeks, obtains, and administers grant funding for environmental projects and programs; prepares grant applications and performance reports; • Works proactively and resourcefully to complete projects and assignments in a timely manner; • Keeps the Public Works Director informed of projects, projected projects, problems, and opportunities of which the department head may not be aware. • Provides customer service to applicants, participants and the general public; acts as an information source regarding assigned programs; provides feedback to direct user groups, staff and volunteers, as appropriate; • Receives, researches and resolves complaints by program participants and the public; refers complainants to department head as appropriate; • Attends City Council and Commission meetings as needed; • Provides administrative support as needed; • Regularly and predictably attends work; and • Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Knowledge of: • Principles, procedures, standards, practices, trends and information sources in the field of municipal solid waste management, wastewater, stormwater, and environmental programs and strategic planning; • State, federal and local laws and regulations concerning solid waste management, wastewater, stormwater, and environmental programs; • Principles of sustainability and community environmental protection strategies; • Principles and practices of municipal administration, project management, policy development and evaluation, and contract and grant administration; • Principles and techniques of budget development and administration; • Effective business communications and proper English usage, syntax, grammar and punctuation; • Reporting presentation techniques and principles of employee supervision and evaluation; • Modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment; Skill in: • Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences or of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals; • Understanding, interpreting, and applying complex regulations, procedures, and guidelines; • Exercising sound judgment and making decisions in accordance with established laws, regulations, ordinances, departmental policies and procedures; • Leading, organizing, and coordinating projects, plans, studies, and contracts; • Conducting complex research and analysis of laws, regulations, agreements, policies, and standards related to the City's environmental programs, services, and initiatives; • Presenting data and concepts in a clear and concise manner; • Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines; • Working under pressure, handling significant problems and tasks that arise simultaneously and/or unexpectedly; • Supervising, motivating and evaluating staff and volunteers; • Using personal computers and office related software; • Skill understanding and following directions and instructions; • Communicating effectively both orally and in writing; • Appearing for work on time; • Following directions from a supervisor; • Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures; • Accepting constructive criticism; • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work; participating in selecting, training, supervision and evaluation of professional, technical/support staff and volunteers; • May be required to work evenings and extended hours. QUALIFICATIONS: A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five (5) years of responsible analytical and professional experience involving analysis, supervisory duties, report preparation, and administrative studies, is required, including two (2) years of recent experience specific to environmental programs. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Environmental Affairs, Public Policy, Governmental Affairs, or a related field is required. A Master's degree in Public Administration or a related field is desirable. License/Certificates: Due to the performance of some field duties which requires the operation of a personal or City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required. Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an office environment or program facility environment. Supplemental Information Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity. MANAGEMENT/ CONFIDENTIALEMPLOYEES (M&C) Benefit Summary PERS Retirement : Miscellaneous employees - Tier I-2% @ 55 . Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members.Tier I and II members pay 7% of PERS member share and 1% shall be employee-paid cost-sharing of the City's contribution under Gov. Code section 20516(a).Single highest year is coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13.Three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare.Members pay 50% of normal cost (6.75%). Safety employees (Battalion Chiefs) - 3% @ 55 for current employees and individuals hired by the City who are already PERS members.Single highest year. Employees pay a total of 12% towards retirement. 2.7%@5 7 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13.Three year average final compensation.Members pay 50% of normal cost . Social Security: The City matches employee’s Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2024 Social Security income cap is $168,600. Medical -Monthly medical contribution of $1,750 ($932 for medical and $818 for flex dollars). Flex dollars may be used toward a medical premium and/or deferred compensation plan. Employees are responsible for paying any out-of-pocket balance of the medical plan premium through a pre-tax payroll deduction. Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in Mission Sqaure 457 plan. Dental & Vision :MetLife Dental and VSP vision benefits are provided. Flex Plan :Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employee Assistance Program : Employees are eligible for the basic level of service. Life Insurance :$50,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates. Long-Term Disability: In addition to basic LTD plan (662/3 % of first $9,750 after 60-day waiting period), City provides Executive LTD which pays 75% of first $12,000 of employee's salary less the amount of any other income, up to a total of $2,500.Applies to non job-related occurrences.90 day waiting period. Holidays :11 fixed paid holidays plus one day of personal leave/floating holiday per year.Battalion Chiefs paid 156 hours. Vacation Leave :96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 14 years): 200 hours after 14 years.Leave can be used after 6 months of service.Annual cash conversion option. Upon reaching "E" step, employees accrue vacation based on total years of public sector service. Sick Leave :8 hours per month. Administrative Leave: Mid-Management and Confidential positions shall recieveup to 56 hours per calendar yearupon reccommendation of the Department Director and approval of the City Manager. Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days (or 40 hours where travel is 500 miles or more) for qualifying incident. Tuition Reimbursement :Up to $2,000/year for work-related college courses. Cell Phone Stipend: City cell phone provided depending on position. Educational Incentive Pay :Battalion Chief $1170.19/mo for Bachelor's, $1755.28 for Master's. Certification Pay :$585.09 Chief Officer Cert Pay for Battalion Chiefs. Other : Uniform Allowance ($40/mo) for Battalion Chiefs; Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Payroll Direct Deposit; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee). 1/14; 12/15; 8/19; 8/22; 24 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Description This is an Open-Competitive recruitment. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis with the first review of applications on Monday, February 26, 2024 at 5 p.m. This recruitment requires that a cover letter addressing your professional environmental programs experience and resume be uploaded with the application to be considered complete. Applicants appearing best qualified based upon a review of the application materials will be invited to participate in an interview. Applications received after February 26 2024, may not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time. Develops, manages, coordinates, and administers environmental sustainability programs, studies and initiatives in support of City initiatives and work plans; manages Residential and Commercial Solid Waste Collection/Recycling and Disposal Services, interacts with industrial /Wastewater treatment plant within/adjacent to the City regarding environmental issues and coordinates with Air Quality Management District (AQMD) regarding compliance to the rules/regulations, coordinates projects involving staff, project teams, consultants, and other parties; prepares Requests for Proposals (RFP’s), Staff Reports, program budgets and manages related contracts; and makes presentations and works with a variety of external representatives. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This position will not provide services as it relates to preparing, analyzing or commenting on projects subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) or National Environmental Policy Act and/or that will be reviewed by the Planning Commission, except for work and maintenance activities issues that are solely City projects and not related to private developments. If these limited projects are subject to Planning Commission review, then they shall not be submitted to the Environmental Committee for its review, comment or action. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives direction from the Director of Public Works. May provide direct or technical and functional supervision to City staff and/or volunteers. Essential Job Functions Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. The Environmental Programs Manager is competent in performing the below duties. Incumbents may not perform all the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those below, to address business needs or changing business practices: Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities: • Develops, evaluates the feasibility of, and implements sustainability programs, studies or initiatives related to climate change planning and development, energy efficiency measures, water conservation programs, expansion of recycled water usage for parks and landscaping, stormwater quality, wastewater programs, electric vehicle charging stations; researches environmental issues and policies having regional and broader impacts and develops related work plans and manages related contracts; Manages the City’s Solid Waste Collection/Recycling and Disposal Services; interacts with the CalRecycle and the City’s vendor to ensure CalRecycle rules, regulations, and requirements are adhered to and the City remains in good standing; represents the City in Los Angeles Regional Agency (LARA), develops RFP’s for selection of vendors for solid waste consulting and solid waste haulers; leads ;reviews all reports to CalRecycle, responds to complaints regarding trash haulers; maintains analytics for shredding events, bulk trash pick-ups, composting; and interacts with solid waste haulers for various city needs; • Interacts with AQMD and all industrial facilities within the City as well as adjacent wastewater treatment plant to ensure that all the City and AQMD ‘s rules and regulations are adhered to; responds to any and all complaints regarding these facilities such as odor, gas emissions, noise, waste disposals and other complaints; • Administers and monitors the City’s compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for the Underground Storage Tanks (UST) program for City fuel site, construction projects, and fuel testing operations. Maintains program records and prepares status and activity reports as required; • Participates in developing and administering program and project budgets, including researching assumptions, practices, specifications, and requirements, and determining appropriate funding and expenditure levels for environmental programs; • Researches and analyzes new sustainable best practices, pending legislation and recent Federal and State regulations for the City to enhance environmental participation; prepares letters and resolutions in support of regional, Statewide, and federal environmental policies; • Researches and evaluates significance of factors, trends; conducts extensive data analyses to report upon project status and the overall direction of the City's environmental programs; • Develops and facilitates community-wide events to raise awareness of climate change, pollution prevention, energy efficiency, water conservation, sustainable landscapes, healthy living, and other initiatives; leads or participates in environmental sustainability-related public information and outreach functions with residents, school representatives, business representatives, and other parties; • Develops training workshops and makes presentations on environmental programs to outside organizations such as City associations, civic groups, regional agencies, partnership agencies, and other parties; • Prepares and presents City Council staff reports, technical reports, and correspondence; and maintains City's webpage with resources, news items, events, notices, and links to relevant municipal programs; • Serves as departmental or City representative in interdepartmental, community, regional, and professional meetings; coordinates information requests and provides status updates to the City Council and community; interacts with businesses and vendors regarding City's environmental policies and goals. • Ensures the City's compliance with local, state and federal regulatory agencies as relates to environmental sustainability government codes and practices; • Seeks, obtains, and administers grant funding for environmental projects and programs; prepares grant applications and performance reports; • Works proactively and resourcefully to complete projects and assignments in a timely manner; • Keeps the Public Works Director informed of projects, projected projects, problems, and opportunities of which the department head may not be aware. • Provides customer service to applicants, participants and the general public; acts as an information source regarding assigned programs; provides feedback to direct user groups, staff and volunteers, as appropriate; • Receives, researches and resolves complaints by program participants and the public; refers complainants to department head as appropriate; • Attends City Council and Commission meetings as needed; • Provides administrative support as needed; • Regularly and predictably attends work; and • Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Knowledge of: • Principles, procedures, standards, practices, trends and information sources in the field of municipal solid waste management, wastewater, stormwater, and environmental programs and strategic planning; • State, federal and local laws and regulations concerning solid waste management, wastewater, stormwater, and environmental programs; • Principles of sustainability and community environmental protection strategies; • Principles and practices of municipal administration, project management, policy development and evaluation, and contract and grant administration; • Principles and techniques of budget development and administration; • Effective business communications and proper English usage, syntax, grammar and punctuation; • Reporting presentation techniques and principles of employee supervision and evaluation; • Modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment; Skill in: • Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences or of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals; • Understanding, interpreting, and applying complex regulations, procedures, and guidelines; • Exercising sound judgment and making decisions in accordance with established laws, regulations, ordinances, departmental policies and procedures; • Leading, organizing, and coordinating projects, plans, studies, and contracts; • Conducting complex research and analysis of laws, regulations, agreements, policies, and standards related to the City's environmental programs, services, and initiatives; • Presenting data and concepts in a clear and concise manner; • Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines; • Working under pressure, handling significant problems and tasks that arise simultaneously and/or unexpectedly; • Supervising, motivating and evaluating staff and volunteers; • Using personal computers and office related software; • Skill understanding and following directions and instructions; • Communicating effectively both orally and in writing; • Appearing for work on time; • Following directions from a supervisor; • Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures; • Accepting constructive criticism; • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work; participating in selecting, training, supervision and evaluation of professional, technical/support staff and volunteers; • May be required to work evenings and extended hours. QUALIFICATIONS: A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Five (5) years of responsible analytical and professional experience involving analysis, supervisory duties, report preparation, and administrative studies, is required, including two (2) years of recent experience specific to environmental programs. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in Environmental Affairs, Public Policy, Governmental Affairs, or a related field is required. A Master's degree in Public Administration or a related field is desirable. License/Certificates: Due to the performance of some field duties which requires the operation of a personal or City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required. Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an office environment or program facility environment. Supplemental Information Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity. MANAGEMENT/ CONFIDENTIALEMPLOYEES (M&C) Benefit Summary PERS Retirement : Miscellaneous employees - Tier I-2% @ 55 . Tier II-2%@60 for individuals employed by the City on or after 12/30/12 who are already PERS members.Tier I and II members pay 7% of PERS member share and 1% shall be employee-paid cost-sharing of the City's contribution under Gov. Code section 20516(a).Single highest year is coordinated with Social Security and Medicare. PERS 2%@62 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13.Three year average coordinated with Social Security and Medicare.Members pay 50% of normal cost (6.75%). Safety employees (Battalion Chiefs) - 3% @ 55 for current employees and individuals hired by the City who are already PERS members.Single highest year. Employees pay a total of 12% towards retirement. 2.7%@5 7 for new employees/members hired on or after 1/1/13.Three year average final compensation.Members pay 50% of normal cost . Social Security: The City matches employee’s Social Security contribution, which is 6.2% of your salary and is made on a pre-tax basis. The 2024 Social Security income cap is $168,600. Medical -Monthly medical contribution of $1,750 ($932 for medical and $818 for flex dollars). Flex dollars may be used toward a medical premium and/or deferred compensation plan. Employees are responsible for paying any out-of-pocket balance of the medical plan premium through a pre-tax payroll deduction. Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in Mission Sqaure 457 plan. Dental & Vision :MetLife Dental and VSP vision benefits are provided. Flex Plan :Section 125 Plan, allows for payment of employee-paid insurance, medical treatment, and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employee Assistance Program : Employees are eligible for the basic level of service. Life Insurance :$50,000 term life policy provided by City; employee can purchase additional self and dependent coverage at group rates. Long-Term Disability: In addition to basic LTD plan (662/3 % of first $9,750 after 60-day waiting period), City provides Executive LTD which pays 75% of first $12,000 of employee's salary less the amount of any other income, up to a total of $2,500.Applies to non job-related occurrences.90 day waiting period. Holidays :11 fixed paid holidays plus one day of personal leave/floating holiday per year.Battalion Chiefs paid 156 hours. Vacation Leave :96 hours (1-5 years); 120 hours (6 - 10 years); 144 hours (11 - 14 years): 200 hours after 14 years.Leave can be used after 6 months of service.Annual cash conversion option. Upon reaching "E" step, employees accrue vacation based on total years of public sector service. Sick Leave :8 hours per month. Administrative Leave: Mid-Management and Confidential positions shall recieveup to 56 hours per calendar yearupon reccommendation of the Department Director and approval of the City Manager. Bereavement Leave: Three (3) working days (or 40 hours where travel is 500 miles or more) for qualifying incident. Tuition Reimbursement :Up to $2,000/year for work-related college courses. Cell Phone Stipend: City cell phone provided depending on position. Educational Incentive Pay :Battalion Chief $1170.19/mo for Bachelor's, $1755.28 for Master's. Certification Pay :$585.09 Chief Officer Cert Pay for Battalion Chiefs. Other : Uniform Allowance ($40/mo) for Battalion Chiefs; Voluntary participation in Credit Union; Payroll Direct Deposit; Long-Term Care (premiums paid by employee). 1/14; 12/15; 8/19; 8/22; 24 Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Chico, CA
Chico, California, United States
Position Information Performs preventative and repair maintenance of motors, pumps, lift stations, sewer/storm water collection systems and related wastewater equipment. This work should be performed with minimum technical guidance. The ability to perform basic electrical troubleshooting and any related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Incumbent receives direct supervision from the Electrical Maintenance Supervisor and general direction from the Designated Operator in Charge and Wastewater Treatment Manager. No supervision is exercised by incumbent. Job Description EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations where appropriate so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Maintains and repairs motor, pumps, valves, piping, pump stations and related city equipment and buildings. Perform periodic inspections of all plant and pump station equipment to ensure proper operation. Supports coordination of the plant’s preventative maintenance program. Maintains complete and accurate records of maintenance and repairs performed. Advises superiors of actual or potential problems with operating equipment. Assist with maintaining inventory and supply of replacement parts. Work as assigned with electrical, operations, laboratory and pretreatment staff. Assist with installation of plant-related work, including but not limited to fabrication and welding. Install new or replace old equipment or piping as assigned. Operates computer and necessary software effectively. Qualifications Knowledge of: Installation, diagnosis, operating and repair characteristics of wastewater plant mechanical systems, including repairing and maintaining motors, pumps, boilers, hydraulic equipment, generators, and other plant equipment. Particular safety hazards are those associated with wastewater plant operations in the discharge thereof, and conditions that may result from mechanical malfunctions. General understanding of plant functions and on-the-job training are beneficial. General principles and practices of project management. Ability to: Perform advanced level mechanical maintenance work including the troubleshooting of equipment for both minor and major repair work. Read and interpret drawings, sketches and diagrams. Use and care for tools and equipment of the mechanical/maintenance trade. Develop and maintain accurate maintenance records. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to use computers and electronic communications devices in the course of work. Diagnose, locate, and adjust defects in basic and advanced mechanical systems and equipment. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Experience: Minimum four years of experience involving Journey Level skilled mechanical and/or electrical maintenance on major equipment and systems like those use at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. OR Two years of experience performing duties directly comparable to those of Industrial Mechanic for the City of Chico. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Driver License throughout employment. Class A or B licensure is highly desired. Possession of a CWEA Plant Mechanical Technologist Grade II certification is preferred. Additional Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; talk and hear; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee frequently must lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color perception; and the ability to adjust focus to distinguish colors of electric wiring, and to hear audible alarms, such as chemical and equipment failure alarms. Requires use of motor vehicles, cranes, heavy equipment, generators, multi-meters, pumps, gauges, valves, grease guns and common power and hand tools; shovels, wrenches, detection and leveling devices; radio, phone, calculator, computer and a variety of mechanical repair tools and equipment. Environmental CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works outside in all weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electric shock, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. Some tasks may be performed in cramped quarters, and in a variety of atmospheric conditions, weather extremes and temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. The City of Chico offers a wide range of employee benefits. Benefits are subject to negotiations with employee organizations and may vary with individual bargaining units. For a summary of benefits, please visit the City of Chico website at: https://chico.ca.us/post/employee-benefits Closing Date/Time: 4/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position Information Performs preventative and repair maintenance of motors, pumps, lift stations, sewer/storm water collection systems and related wastewater equipment. This work should be performed with minimum technical guidance. The ability to perform basic electrical troubleshooting and any related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Incumbent receives direct supervision from the Electrical Maintenance Supervisor and general direction from the Designated Operator in Charge and Wastewater Treatment Manager. No supervision is exercised by incumbent. Job Description EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations where appropriate so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Maintains and repairs motor, pumps, valves, piping, pump stations and related city equipment and buildings. Perform periodic inspections of all plant and pump station equipment to ensure proper operation. Supports coordination of the plant’s preventative maintenance program. Maintains complete and accurate records of maintenance and repairs performed. Advises superiors of actual or potential problems with operating equipment. Assist with maintaining inventory and supply of replacement parts. Work as assigned with electrical, operations, laboratory and pretreatment staff. Assist with installation of plant-related work, including but not limited to fabrication and welding. Install new or replace old equipment or piping as assigned. Operates computer and necessary software effectively. Qualifications Knowledge of: Installation, diagnosis, operating and repair characteristics of wastewater plant mechanical systems, including repairing and maintaining motors, pumps, boilers, hydraulic equipment, generators, and other plant equipment. Particular safety hazards are those associated with wastewater plant operations in the discharge thereof, and conditions that may result from mechanical malfunctions. General understanding of plant functions and on-the-job training are beneficial. General principles and practices of project management. Ability to: Perform advanced level mechanical maintenance work including the troubleshooting of equipment for both minor and major repair work. Read and interpret drawings, sketches and diagrams. Use and care for tools and equipment of the mechanical/maintenance trade. Develop and maintain accurate maintenance records. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to use computers and electronic communications devices in the course of work. Diagnose, locate, and adjust defects in basic and advanced mechanical systems and equipment. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Experience: Minimum four years of experience involving Journey Level skilled mechanical and/or electrical maintenance on major equipment and systems like those use at the Wastewater Treatment Plant. OR Two years of experience performing duties directly comparable to those of Industrial Mechanic for the City of Chico. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Driver License throughout employment. Class A or B licensure is highly desired. Possession of a CWEA Plant Mechanical Technologist Grade II certification is preferred. Additional Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands and fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; talk and hear; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee frequently must lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color perception; and the ability to adjust focus to distinguish colors of electric wiring, and to hear audible alarms, such as chemical and equipment failure alarms. Requires use of motor vehicles, cranes, heavy equipment, generators, multi-meters, pumps, gauges, valves, grease guns and common power and hand tools; shovels, wrenches, detection and leveling devices; radio, phone, calculator, computer and a variety of mechanical repair tools and equipment. Environmental CONDITIONS While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works outside in all weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electric shock, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. Some tasks may be performed in cramped quarters, and in a variety of atmospheric conditions, weather extremes and temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud. The City of Chico offers a wide range of employee benefits. Benefits are subject to negotiations with employee organizations and may vary with individual bargaining units. For a summary of benefits, please visit the City of Chico website at: https://chico.ca.us/post/employee-benefits Closing Date/Time: 4/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Irvine Ranch Water District, CA
Irvine, California, United States
General Description We are excited to announce we are currently accepting applications for a Senior Electrical and Instrumentation Technician! The District Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) is a progressive, values-driven agency, with an international reputation for its leading-edge financial management practices, water recycling program, water use efficiency practices, water banking, urban runoff treatment, and energy generation and storage. Established in 1961 as a California Water District under the provisions of the California Water Code, IRWD is an independent special district serving central Orange County. IRWD provides high-quality drinking water, reliable sewage collection and treatment, ground-breaking recycled water programs, and environmentally sound urban runoff treatment to its customers. As an independent, not-for-profit public agency, IRWD is governed by a publicly elected five-member Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for the District's policies and decision-making. Day-to-day operations are supervised by the General Manager. Additional information can be found at the District's website: www.IRWD.com. IRWD Corporate Values Irvine Ranch Water District believes that its values drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization. IRWD was built on values, and we weave them into the fabric of everything we do. Values are the ingredients in our recipe for both institutional and individual success. They are a code of conduct to promote positive outcomes for others and ourselves. They are more than words on a wall or a website. We live by them every day. We pledge to keep them relevant in an ever-changing world. IRWD's employees enjoy working in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where they form strong bonds with fellow employees. To ensure effective communication and promote a collaborative team environment, employees report to work each day in the office or in the field, depending on their positions. The Position: Under general supervision, the Senior Electrical and Instrumentation Technician performs a wide variety of skilled journey-level duties in maintenance, design, modification, construction, installation, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems, machinery, motors, equipment, devices, plant control systems, and related facilities of District domestic and reclaimed water distribution systems, sewage collection systems, water treatment systems and Bio-solids and gas recovery systems. Provide quality and cost effective service to customers. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of the duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties within the series. Summary of Duties Lead and train lower level staff. Plan and execute system modifications. Develop and perform infrared thermography routes. Maintain reporting database. Develop testing routes and perform electric motor predictive maintenance testing utilizing electric motor analyzer. Schedule and oversee the protective relay and circuit breaker testing program. Plan, coordinate and manage projects performed by outside Contractors. Install, maintain, calibrate, repair, troubleshoot, test, and modify: Electrical equipment and systems - electric motors, motorized valves, hand and power tools, conduit and wire systems, electrical inspections and start-up testing, building and area lighting, repair enunciation systems, access control systems, cathodic protection, etc. Control Systems - Motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFD's), engine controls, lighting controls. Instrument control loops, PLCs, HVAC controls, pneumatic control systems, etc. Power Distribution Systems - 5 KV power distribution systems, switchboards, motor control centers (MCC's), transformers, power panels, grounding systems, generators, automatic transfer switches, uninterruptable power supply (UPS) systems, solar arrays, etc. Instrumentation systems- Analytical instrumentation (PH, conductivity, turbidity, DO, ORP, chlorine, etc.), safety instrumentation (fixed and portable gas detectors, LEL detectors, etc.), process control instrumentation (air and water flow meters, Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) controllers, level and pressure instrumentation, chemical injection systems, etc.) Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, power distribution drawings, control panel wiring diagrams, and installation manuals for electrical and instrumentation systems. Provide working drawings. Ability, when called upon, to work on electrical systems up to and including 4160 volts. This would include motor controls, motors, power panels, etc. Perform preventive, corrective, predictive, and demand maintenance on all electrical and instrumentation systems. Requisition supplies, materials, tools and equipment utilizing a computerized Purchase Requisition system to ensure maintenance of stock and supply. Process and track work orders utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management system (CMMS). Ability to utilize the Oracle and other District utilized computerized system(s). Coordinate and work with outside agencies and companies to complete assigned tasks. Participate in the department after-hours standby program. Work in vaults and other confined spaces utilizing proper safety techniques and equipment in accordance with Cal-OSHA, District, and departmental safety policies and procedures. Comply with District safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: A combination of education and experience equivalent to one year of college course work in the area of electronics is required. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Experience: Four years of journey level experience installing and maintaining industrial or production electrical equipment, process instrumentation, analytical instrumentation or electronic equipment is required. License/Certification: California Class C Driver's License is required. Grade II CWEA Electrical/Instrumentation Technologist Certificate desired. Additional Information The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both oral and written. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management and vendors. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with outside suppliers and customers. Ability to advise and provide interpretation to others on how to apply policies, procedures and standards to specific situations. Mathematical Ability Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate percentages, fractions and decimals. Knowledge of algebra, basic geometry and basic trigonometry. Technology Ability Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to utilize, IBM Maximo, and Oracle computerized system. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Read, interpret and apply National Electric Code and other NFPA guidelines in all applications. Physical Requirements Will lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis and 75 lbs. with assistance on an infrequent basis. Must be certified annually to wear respiratory equipment. Must be clean-shaven such that facial hair does not interfere with the fit of self-contained breathing apparatus. Ability to exert moderately heavy physical effort in moderate to heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Ability to work at heights of 55 ft. Ability to operate equipment and machinery with some requiring complex and rapid adjustments, such as hand and power tools, facility and truck mounted cranes, forklifts, scaffoldings and man-lifts and test meters associated with the electrical/instrumentation trade. Environmental Adaptability Ability to work under sometimes uncomfortable conditions with exposure to environmental factors such as electricity up to 5 KV, explosive environments, weather, toxic agents, wildlife, disease, equipment, traffic, or machinery. IRWD offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. These benefits include the following: retirement benefits; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; anda variety of other benefits. Benefits may vary based on employment status. This benefits overview is intended to be a summary, is not intended to be all-inclusive,and may not be applicable to all employees. Retirement Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013: The District, in compliance with the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2012 (PEPRA), implemented a third tier for new employees hired on or after January 1, 2013. New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have not been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system within 6 months of hire date will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at a 2 percent at age 62 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefits of 2.5 percent at age 67. Final compensation calculations will be based on the highest three-year average of regular recurring pay. The District pays the employer's share of these costs. The employee share of the pension cost of 7.50% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Employees hired on or after September 29, 2012 or "Classic" PERS members hired on or after January 1, 2013: On September 24, 2012, the IRWD Board of Directors approved the addition of a second tier to the CalPERS retirement benefits. New employees hired on or after September 29th through December 31, 2012, and employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system, will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at 2 percent at age 60 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefit of 2.418% at age 63. The District pays the employer share of these costs and the employee share of the pension cost of 7% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Final retirement compensation calculations are based on the highest three-year average of regular, recurring pay. IRWDdoes not participate or pay into Social Security except for the Medicare portion. Medical Insurance IRWD contracts with CalPERS for medical insurance coverage. Employees may elect coverage from a variety of PPO and HMO plans. The employee and District contribution for health insurance varies by plan.Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Dental Insurance IRWD contracts with Delta Dental for dental coverage.IRWD pays 100% of the premium for dental coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Vision Insurance IRWD contracts with the EyeMed for vision coverage. IRWD pays 100% of the premium for vision coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Life Insurance Elgible employees are provided with life insurance coverage equal to three or four times their annual salary, depending on their level of compensation. Eligible dependents are also covered for a flat benefit amount. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Deferred Compensation Participation in adeferred compensation plan is available through Empower Retirement. Enrollment is voluntary and contributions are employee-paid and subject to IRS limits. The District matches employee contributions up to 3% of base pay after 1 year of employment. Paid Vacation Eligible employees begin accruing vacation benefits at the rate of 80 hours per year for the first 5 years of employment and are eligible to use paid vacation time after 6 months of employment. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
General Description We are excited to announce we are currently accepting applications for a Senior Electrical and Instrumentation Technician! The District Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) is a progressive, values-driven agency, with an international reputation for its leading-edge financial management practices, water recycling program, water use efficiency practices, water banking, urban runoff treatment, and energy generation and storage. Established in 1961 as a California Water District under the provisions of the California Water Code, IRWD is an independent special district serving central Orange County. IRWD provides high-quality drinking water, reliable sewage collection and treatment, ground-breaking recycled water programs, and environmentally sound urban runoff treatment to its customers. As an independent, not-for-profit public agency, IRWD is governed by a publicly elected five-member Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for the District's policies and decision-making. Day-to-day operations are supervised by the General Manager. Additional information can be found at the District's website: www.IRWD.com. IRWD Corporate Values Irvine Ranch Water District believes that its values drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization. IRWD was built on values, and we weave them into the fabric of everything we do. Values are the ingredients in our recipe for both institutional and individual success. They are a code of conduct to promote positive outcomes for others and ourselves. They are more than words on a wall or a website. We live by them every day. We pledge to keep them relevant in an ever-changing world. IRWD's employees enjoy working in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where they form strong bonds with fellow employees. To ensure effective communication and promote a collaborative team environment, employees report to work each day in the office or in the field, depending on their positions. The Position: Under general supervision, the Senior Electrical and Instrumentation Technician performs a wide variety of skilled journey-level duties in maintenance, design, modification, construction, installation, and repair of electrical and instrumentation systems, machinery, motors, equipment, devices, plant control systems, and related facilities of District domestic and reclaimed water distribution systems, sewage collection systems, water treatment systems and Bio-solids and gas recovery systems. Provide quality and cost effective service to customers. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of the duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties within the series. Summary of Duties Lead and train lower level staff. Plan and execute system modifications. Develop and perform infrared thermography routes. Maintain reporting database. Develop testing routes and perform electric motor predictive maintenance testing utilizing electric motor analyzer. Schedule and oversee the protective relay and circuit breaker testing program. Plan, coordinate and manage projects performed by outside Contractors. Install, maintain, calibrate, repair, troubleshoot, test, and modify: Electrical equipment and systems - electric motors, motorized valves, hand and power tools, conduit and wire systems, electrical inspections and start-up testing, building and area lighting, repair enunciation systems, access control systems, cathodic protection, etc. Control Systems - Motor controls, variable frequency drives (VFD's), engine controls, lighting controls. Instrument control loops, PLCs, HVAC controls, pneumatic control systems, etc. Power Distribution Systems - 5 KV power distribution systems, switchboards, motor control centers (MCC's), transformers, power panels, grounding systems, generators, automatic transfer switches, uninterruptable power supply (UPS) systems, solar arrays, etc. Instrumentation systems- Analytical instrumentation (PH, conductivity, turbidity, DO, ORP, chlorine, etc.), safety instrumentation (fixed and portable gas detectors, LEL detectors, etc.), process control instrumentation (air and water flow meters, Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) controllers, level and pressure instrumentation, chemical injection systems, etc.) Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, power distribution drawings, control panel wiring diagrams, and installation manuals for electrical and instrumentation systems. Provide working drawings. Ability, when called upon, to work on electrical systems up to and including 4160 volts. This would include motor controls, motors, power panels, etc. Perform preventive, corrective, predictive, and demand maintenance on all electrical and instrumentation systems. Requisition supplies, materials, tools and equipment utilizing a computerized Purchase Requisition system to ensure maintenance of stock and supply. Process and track work orders utilizing a Computerized Maintenance Management system (CMMS). Ability to utilize the Oracle and other District utilized computerized system(s). Coordinate and work with outside agencies and companies to complete assigned tasks. Participate in the department after-hours standby program. Work in vaults and other confined spaces utilizing proper safety techniques and equipment in accordance with Cal-OSHA, District, and departmental safety policies and procedures. Comply with District safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: A combination of education and experience equivalent to one year of college course work in the area of electronics is required. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Experience: Four years of journey level experience installing and maintaining industrial or production electrical equipment, process instrumentation, analytical instrumentation or electronic equipment is required. License/Certification: California Class C Driver's License is required. Grade II CWEA Electrical/Instrumentation Technologist Certificate desired. Additional Information The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both oral and written. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management and vendors. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with outside suppliers and customers. Ability to advise and provide interpretation to others on how to apply policies, procedures and standards to specific situations. Mathematical Ability Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate percentages, fractions and decimals. Knowledge of algebra, basic geometry and basic trigonometry. Technology Ability Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to utilize, IBM Maximo, and Oracle computerized system. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Read, interpret and apply National Electric Code and other NFPA guidelines in all applications. Physical Requirements Will lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis and 75 lbs. with assistance on an infrequent basis. Must be certified annually to wear respiratory equipment. Must be clean-shaven such that facial hair does not interfere with the fit of self-contained breathing apparatus. Ability to exert moderately heavy physical effort in moderate to heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling. Ability to work at heights of 55 ft. Ability to operate equipment and machinery with some requiring complex and rapid adjustments, such as hand and power tools, facility and truck mounted cranes, forklifts, scaffoldings and man-lifts and test meters associated with the electrical/instrumentation trade. Environmental Adaptability Ability to work under sometimes uncomfortable conditions with exposure to environmental factors such as electricity up to 5 KV, explosive environments, weather, toxic agents, wildlife, disease, equipment, traffic, or machinery. IRWD offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. These benefits include the following: retirement benefits; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; anda variety of other benefits. Benefits may vary based on employment status. This benefits overview is intended to be a summary, is not intended to be all-inclusive,and may not be applicable to all employees. Retirement Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013: The District, in compliance with the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2012 (PEPRA), implemented a third tier for new employees hired on or after January 1, 2013. New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have not been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system within 6 months of hire date will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at a 2 percent at age 62 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefits of 2.5 percent at age 67. Final compensation calculations will be based on the highest three-year average of regular recurring pay. The District pays the employer's share of these costs. The employee share of the pension cost of 7.50% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Employees hired on or after September 29, 2012 or "Classic" PERS members hired on or after January 1, 2013: On September 24, 2012, the IRWD Board of Directors approved the addition of a second tier to the CalPERS retirement benefits. New employees hired on or after September 29th through December 31, 2012, and employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system, will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at 2 percent at age 60 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefit of 2.418% at age 63. The District pays the employer share of these costs and the employee share of the pension cost of 7% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Final retirement compensation calculations are based on the highest three-year average of regular, recurring pay. IRWDdoes not participate or pay into Social Security except for the Medicare portion. Medical Insurance IRWD contracts with CalPERS for medical insurance coverage. Employees may elect coverage from a variety of PPO and HMO plans. The employee and District contribution for health insurance varies by plan.Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Dental Insurance IRWD contracts with Delta Dental for dental coverage.IRWD pays 100% of the premium for dental coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Vision Insurance IRWD contracts with the EyeMed for vision coverage. IRWD pays 100% of the premium for vision coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Life Insurance Elgible employees are provided with life insurance coverage equal to three or four times their annual salary, depending on their level of compensation. Eligible dependents are also covered for a flat benefit amount. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Deferred Compensation Participation in adeferred compensation plan is available through Empower Retirement. Enrollment is voluntary and contributions are employee-paid and subject to IRS limits. The District matches employee contributions up to 3% of base pay after 1 year of employment. Paid Vacation Eligible employees begin accruing vacation benefits at the rate of 80 hours per year for the first 5 years of employment and are eligible to use paid vacation time after 6 months of employment. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous