City of San Rafael, CA
San Rafael, CA, United States
Permit Technician I/II Level I: $ 5,125 - $6,229 per month Level II: $5,637 - $6,852 per month (Appointment level will depend on experience and qualifications) Plus excellent benefits APPLICATION DEADLINE: Apply by Monday, February 12, 2024 at 5:00 p.m for first consideration. THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members' quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture. San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment. San Rafael (population 62,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $172 million. The City's vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity. The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment. San Rafael's Organizational culture framework is an initiative called "Together San Rafael." City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge. We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members. The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees. This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. THE POSITION: The Community Development Department is recruiting for one full-time Permit Technician. Appointment will be made at the appropriate level depending upon qualifications. Under general supervision, the Permit Technician will perform a variety of technical permitting and administrative support work associated with front counter, virtual counter, and other office tasks related to department operations. Permit Technician I: This is the journey-level class in the Permit Technician series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence and judgment on matters allocated to the Permit Technician II. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. Permit Technician II : This is the journey-level class in the Permit Technician series. Employees at this level are expected to perform with more independence and receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and polices within the work unit. Depending on expertise and certifications, incumbents may performminor over-the-counter planning and building plan check reviews. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and may be filled by advancement from the Permit Technician I class. This position performs the following essential job duties (including but not limited to): Reviews and intakes planning and building permit applications. Determines and collects fees for permits and other review and regulatory services. Routes all application submittals to the appropriate departments/agencies for processing. Maintains files for all applications after checking for general completeness and accuracy. Provides written and verbal information to the public regarding departmental policies and procedures pertaining to topics such as permits, building code requirements, zoning, application procedures, and current projects. Reads and interprets blueprints, maps, planning regulations, and a variety of other information while responding to general inquiries. Processes minor planning applications and reviews business licenses and building permits for compliance with zoning regulations. Provides public information in support of the building, planning, housing, and code enforcement programs. Enters invoices, prepares refunds, and reconciles web payments. Provides administrative support for public meetings, including preparation, distribution, and posting of agendas and minutes. Assists in setting up rooms and virtual webinars for department and/or public meetings. Operates a variety of office equipment and uses a variety of software programs, including word processing, spreadsheet, permit tracking software, digital archiving software, and visual presentation equipment as appropriate. Maintains and manages an inventory of forms, applications, and office supplies. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, the public using principles of good customer service. Performs a variety of other tasks related to office administration and permit services as assigned. To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of/ability to: Permit Technician I: Basic office and clerical procedures. Modern office methods, procedures, and computer equipment and various software applications. Simple accounting procedures. Basic applied mathematics. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing with the general public and customers involved with development and construction, particularly contractors, architects, developers, engineers, and property owners. Learn to read and interpret maps, construction drawings and blueprints. Learn and apply a variety of zoning, land use, planning, and building procedures, codes, and ordinances enforced by the City including the Uniform Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Codes and zoning codes. Permit Technician II (in addition to the requirements for Permit Technician I): Basic knowledge of building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes. Basic engineering concepts. Basic planning and land use concepts. Read and interpret maps, construction drawings, and blueprints. Interpret and apply a variety of zoning, land use, planning, and building procedures, codes, and ordinances enforced by the City, including the Uniform Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Codes and zoning codes. Organize and maintain files. Operate a variety of office equipment. Quickly and accurately review plans for submittal requirements and calculate permit fees in accordance with established laws. Research and compile information requested. Prepare written zoning research letters and administrative land use entitlements. Research, compile, and analyze data for special projects and various reports. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE (A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skill and ability outlined above is): Permit Technician I: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Two (2) years of experience in an office or customer service environment with direct contact with the general public. Permit Technician II: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Completion of two courses in building code, electrical code plumbing code, mechanical code, engineering, planning, or related field. One (1) year of experience equivalent to Permit Technician I in the City of San Rafael. CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS: Possession of International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification is desirable for Permit Technician I and II and is required for Permit Technician III. LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effective before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to speak Spanish is desirable but not required. Ability to work with mathematical concepts. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds for a distance of less than 50 feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Much of the work consists of entering data into and retrieving data from personal computers and terminals via keyboards and is performed while standing or sitting for extended periods of time with the ability to move about at will. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Incumbents within this classification are expected to be able to communicate orally, in person, online or via the telephone, with members of the general public, other City employees, or employees of outside companies and other agencies. Much of the work performed in a crowded and noisy office setting. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: City of San Rafael application is required . Resumes do not substitute for the City application. Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application. The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination. The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%. Prior to appointment candidate must mass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, and fingerprinting. To file an application, go to: www.calopps.org . Select "Member Agencies". Select "San Rafael". Follow this link to submit your application: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20465009 . For more information about the City of San Rafael, go to: www.cityofsanrafael.org Reasonable Accommodation : The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Such accommodation must be requested by the applicant. Job PDF: Permit Technician I-II Job Announcement.pdf Benefits The City of San Rafael offers an attractive compensation and benefits program. The salary range for this position is $5,125 - $6,852 per month DOQ/DOE and a competitive benefits program including: Retirement:The City is a part of the Marin County Employee Retirement Association (MCERA) plan, which offers reciprocity between agencies in CalPERS (this is part of the 37 Act County System): Classic Employees (Tier 2 - hired on or after 7/1/2011) - 2% @ at 55 formula, average of three years of compensation. PEPRA employees- (hired after 1/1/13 or with 6-month break in service) are eligible for a 2% at 62 formula, average of three highest years of compensation. Health Insurance:Full flex cafeteria plan which can be applied to a health plan or converted to cash (Employee Only - $853.34; Employee + 1 - $1,614.17; Employee + Family - $1,768.81; Waive Coverage $300.00) Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance:$5,000 basic and long-term disability is two-thirds of the salary up to $1,000 per month Dental Insurance:Fully paid premiums for employee and eligible dependents Vision Insurance:Fully paid premium for employee - employee responsible for dependent cost if enrolled Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Available to employee and family members 457 Deferred Comp: Employee optional participation 125 Plan: Employee optional participation Annual Leave:Vacation 10 days (1-3 years of service/6.25 hours earned per month); 12 days of Sick Leave per year; 12 holidays, 1 Floating Holiday. Gym Reimbursement: Employees eligible to receive up to $16.50 per month reimbursement for paid gym memberships Bilingual Pay: Eligible to receive $150 per month for certified fluency. Social Security: The City of San Rafael does not contribute to social security State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee so participate in SDI and are eligible to receive SDI benefits Work Week: 37.5 hours per week/7.5 hours per day Recruitment Contact Contact phone: (415)485-3474 Contact email: rhonda.castellucci@cityofsanrafael.org Closing Date/Time: Until filled
Mar 07, 2024
Permit Technician I/II Level I: $ 5,125 - $6,229 per month Level II: $5,637 - $6,852 per month (Appointment level will depend on experience and qualifications) Plus excellent benefits APPLICATION DEADLINE: Apply by Monday, February 12, 2024 at 5:00 p.m for first consideration. THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members' quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture. San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment. San Rafael (population 62,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $172 million. The City's vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity. The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment. San Rafael's Organizational culture framework is an initiative called "Together San Rafael." City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge. We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members. The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees. This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. THE POSITION: The Community Development Department is recruiting for one full-time Permit Technician. Appointment will be made at the appropriate level depending upon qualifications. Under general supervision, the Permit Technician will perform a variety of technical permitting and administrative support work associated with front counter, virtual counter, and other office tasks related to department operations. Permit Technician I: This is the journey-level class in the Permit Technician series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence and judgment on matters allocated to the Permit Technician II. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks. Permit Technician II : This is the journey-level class in the Permit Technician series. Employees at this level are expected to perform with more independence and receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and polices within the work unit. Depending on expertise and certifications, incumbents may performminor over-the-counter planning and building plan check reviews. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and may be filled by advancement from the Permit Technician I class. This position performs the following essential job duties (including but not limited to): Reviews and intakes planning and building permit applications. Determines and collects fees for permits and other review and regulatory services. Routes all application submittals to the appropriate departments/agencies for processing. Maintains files for all applications after checking for general completeness and accuracy. Provides written and verbal information to the public regarding departmental policies and procedures pertaining to topics such as permits, building code requirements, zoning, application procedures, and current projects. Reads and interprets blueprints, maps, planning regulations, and a variety of other information while responding to general inquiries. Processes minor planning applications and reviews business licenses and building permits for compliance with zoning regulations. Provides public information in support of the building, planning, housing, and code enforcement programs. Enters invoices, prepares refunds, and reconciles web payments. Provides administrative support for public meetings, including preparation, distribution, and posting of agendas and minutes. Assists in setting up rooms and virtual webinars for department and/or public meetings. Operates a variety of office equipment and uses a variety of software programs, including word processing, spreadsheet, permit tracking software, digital archiving software, and visual presentation equipment as appropriate. Maintains and manages an inventory of forms, applications, and office supplies. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, the public using principles of good customer service. Performs a variety of other tasks related to office administration and permit services as assigned. To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of/ability to: Permit Technician I: Basic office and clerical procedures. Modern office methods, procedures, and computer equipment and various software applications. Simple accounting procedures. Basic applied mathematics. Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing with the general public and customers involved with development and construction, particularly contractors, architects, developers, engineers, and property owners. Learn to read and interpret maps, construction drawings and blueprints. Learn and apply a variety of zoning, land use, planning, and building procedures, codes, and ordinances enforced by the City including the Uniform Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Codes and zoning codes. Permit Technician II (in addition to the requirements for Permit Technician I): Basic knowledge of building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical codes. Basic engineering concepts. Basic planning and land use concepts. Read and interpret maps, construction drawings, and blueprints. Interpret and apply a variety of zoning, land use, planning, and building procedures, codes, and ordinances enforced by the City, including the Uniform Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical Codes and zoning codes. Organize and maintain files. Operate a variety of office equipment. Quickly and accurately review plans for submittal requirements and calculate permit fees in accordance with established laws. Research and compile information requested. Prepare written zoning research letters and administrative land use entitlements. Research, compile, and analyze data for special projects and various reports. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE (A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skill and ability outlined above is): Permit Technician I: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Two (2) years of experience in an office or customer service environment with direct contact with the general public. Permit Technician II: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Completion of two courses in building code, electrical code plumbing code, mechanical code, engineering, planning, or related field. One (1) year of experience equivalent to Permit Technician I in the City of San Rafael. CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/REGISTRATIONS: Possession of International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification is desirable for Permit Technician I and II and is required for Permit Technician III. LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effective before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to speak Spanish is desirable but not required. Ability to work with mathematical concepts. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds for a distance of less than 50 feet. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Much of the work consists of entering data into and retrieving data from personal computers and terminals via keyboards and is performed while standing or sitting for extended periods of time with the ability to move about at will. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Incumbents within this classification are expected to be able to communicate orally, in person, online or via the telephone, with members of the general public, other City employees, or employees of outside companies and other agencies. Much of the work performed in a crowded and noisy office setting. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS: City of San Rafael application is required . Resumes do not substitute for the City application. Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application. The examination process may include the following application appraisal and oral board interview examination. The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%. Prior to appointment candidate must mass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, and fingerprinting. To file an application, go to: www.calopps.org . Select "Member Agencies". Select "San Rafael". Follow this link to submit your application: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20465009 . For more information about the City of San Rafael, go to: www.cityofsanrafael.org Reasonable Accommodation : The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Such accommodation must be requested by the applicant. Job PDF: Permit Technician I-II Job Announcement.pdf Benefits The City of San Rafael offers an attractive compensation and benefits program. The salary range for this position is $5,125 - $6,852 per month DOQ/DOE and a competitive benefits program including: Retirement:The City is a part of the Marin County Employee Retirement Association (MCERA) plan, which offers reciprocity between agencies in CalPERS (this is part of the 37 Act County System): Classic Employees (Tier 2 - hired on or after 7/1/2011) - 2% @ at 55 formula, average of three years of compensation. PEPRA employees- (hired after 1/1/13 or with 6-month break in service) are eligible for a 2% at 62 formula, average of three highest years of compensation. Health Insurance:Full flex cafeteria plan which can be applied to a health plan or converted to cash (Employee Only - $853.34; Employee + 1 - $1,614.17; Employee + Family - $1,768.81; Waive Coverage $300.00) Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance:$5,000 basic and long-term disability is two-thirds of the salary up to $1,000 per month Dental Insurance:Fully paid premiums for employee and eligible dependents Vision Insurance:Fully paid premium for employee - employee responsible for dependent cost if enrolled Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Available to employee and family members 457 Deferred Comp: Employee optional participation 125 Plan: Employee optional participation Annual Leave:Vacation 10 days (1-3 years of service/6.25 hours earned per month); 12 days of Sick Leave per year; 12 holidays, 1 Floating Holiday. Gym Reimbursement: Employees eligible to receive up to $16.50 per month reimbursement for paid gym memberships Bilingual Pay: Eligible to receive $150 per month for certified fluency. Social Security: The City of San Rafael does not contribute to social security State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee so participate in SDI and are eligible to receive SDI benefits Work Week: 37.5 hours per week/7.5 hours per day Recruitment Contact Contact phone: (415)485-3474 Contact email: rhonda.castellucci@cityofsanrafael.org Closing Date/Time: Until filled
City of Tustin, CA
Tustin, California, United States
Description This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time. The first review date is March 8, 2024. The City of Tustin is currently seeking applicants for Building Permit Technician or Senior Building Permit Technician . Position may be filled at either level depending on qualifications. Under general supervision, assists the public at the Building Division counter and receives, reviews, and processes building permit applications. Building Permit Technician is the primary point of contact with property owners, developers, contractors, and other members of the public regarding requests pertaining to the building permit process and permit activity for building activities such as additions or alterations to residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, pools, patios, fences, and tenant improvements. An employee in this classification is expected to respond to related technical questions and provide accurate information in a timely manner. The Building Permit Technician must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and deal with difficult individuals in a courteous and constructive manner. Senior Building Permit Technician is the advanced journey level (lead) classification in the City’s Building Permit Technician series. Employees at this level are assigned the most complex and sensitive tasks of the work unit and are expected to work with a high degree of independence on routine matters. Senior Building Permit Technician is distinguished from Building Permit Technician in that the incumbent has specialized expertise, knowledge, and skill in processing building permits and provides technical and functional direction to lower-level building permit staff. Supervision Received and Exercised: Receives general supervision from the Building Official. No supervision is exercised for the Building Permit Technician. Senior Building Permit Technician provides technical and functional direction to Building Permit Technicians. Selection Process: Application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Individuals who are best qualified will be invited to participate in a panel interview. All candidates who pass the panel interview will earn placement on the eligible list, which may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following for B uilding Permit Technician and Senior Building Permit Technician: Assists property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and other members of the public at the Building Division counter, over the telephone and via email; provides information regarding project status and building permit requirements, procedures, and history Processes applications for the issuance of building development and construction permits; reviews permit applications and building plans and specifications for completeness and compliance with appropriate codes and standards; routes submitted plans to plan check consultants, planning and engineering staff for in-depth review Prepares approved plans for issuance by verifying all information is complete and accurate and collecting signatures from planners, public works engineers, and building plan checkers Calculates permit fees in accordance with established fee schedules; issues appropriate permits and receipts for payment Verifies final inspection clearance with all City inspection, planning, engineering, and fire requirements and issues certificates of occupancy Enters, updates, and retrieves permit status information in permit tracking database; conducts research on past and current file activity; prepares statistical reports of departmental activity such as permits issued and fees collected Files permits and plans; prepares permits and plans for archival scanning; assembles files and other requested information for public records requests Refers customers to appropriate planning, inspection, plan check, and engineering staff as necessary for matters that require detailed technical review and explanation Compiles data and prepares statistical reports for management and other public agencies Provides coverage for the Planning counters, as necessary In addition to the duties above, Senior Building Permit Technicians also: Serves as the City’s lead building permit technician; takes responsibility for the most complex and/or sensitive building permits Provides technical and functional direction to building permit staff; reviews the work of others to help ensure the quality of work Assists supervisor with planning, scheduling, prioritizing, and assigning building permit activities Trains employees in work principles, practices, methods, policies, procedures, and applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, codes, and regulations Assists with the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards; assists in developing work plans, procedures, and schedules; makes recommendations for policy and procedure improvements Minimum Qualifications A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification. A typical combination includes: Education and/or Experience: Building Permit Technician: Graduation from high school; and two (2) years of administrative support and customer service experience in the building construction industry. Senior Building Permit Technician : Graduation from high school; and two (2) years of municipal building permit technician experience. Licenses and/or Certificates : Possession of a Permit Technician Certification by the International Code Council (ICC) is desirable. Special Requirements : S atisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination and administrative screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES Knowledge of : Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including administrative and department policies and procedures Basic principles and terminology of building construction Basic mathematical principles, including decimals and percentages Proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting Standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs Skill to : Operate various types of standard office equipment including a personal computer and related software Ability to : Interpret, explain, and apply federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to the building permit process Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative, and effective working relationships with property owners, contractors, developers, the general public, and others encountered in the course of work Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and composure at all times, including stressful situations and handle disputes and complaints in a calm, courteous, and tactful manner Effectively provide and explain technical information in a non-technical manner Prepare, track, and maintain accurate and complete records Understand and follow oral and written instructions Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing Analyze data and draw logical conclusions Perform assignments with a high degree of independence Handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet established deadlines Working Conditions & Physical Demands The physical and mental demands described here 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. Physical Demands: An employee in this class is regularly required to sit and frequently stand and walk to and from the public building counter. The employee is expected to talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift and carry records and documents, typically weighing less than 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course of the work assignments. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; meet intensive and changing deadlines and interact with City staff, customers, vendors, contractors, and the public. Work Environment: The employee typically works in office conditions; the noise level is frequently quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 85 decibels level. The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. The City of Tustin offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit program that includes: FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN The City provides a specific dollar amount to each employee to use toward the purchase of individual or family health coverage, dental plans, vision coverage, additional life insurance, deferred compensation, and other optional benefits. Currently, the flexible benefit amount for Employee + 2 is $1735per month. The City contracts through CalPERS medical program (PEMHCA) which offers multiple PPO and HMO options for health insurance providers. Employees also have the choice of Delta Dental PPO or HMO plans. RETIREMENT Employees will be enrolled in a defined benefit (pension) plan with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS determines the retirement plan in which a new employee will be enrolled based on the individual's membership status with CalPERS or a reciprocal retirement system on the individual's first day of employment with the City. Classic CalPERS members will be enrolled in the 2% @ 60 plan, with an employee contribution of 10% (pre-tax). New CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 plan, with an employee contribution of 6.25% (pre-tax). The City does not participate in Social Security, though participation Medicare is mandatory (1.45% employee contribution). DEFERRED COMPENSATION Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program and the City contracts with Nationwide Retirement Services. GENERAL LEAVE General Leave may be used for vacation and/or illness. Annual accrual amounts increase from 160 to 248 with years of service. HOLIDAYS The City has 13paid holidays per calendar year. LIFE INSURANCE Full-Time employees receive a $100,000 life insurance policy. LONG-TERM DISABILITY The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident. ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE The 9/80 alternative work schedule is available for most full-time positions. RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE Employees who retire from the City of Tustin with ten (10) years of full-time service and continue enrollment in the City's health plan are eligible for reimbursement of $250 per month toward retiree health insurance costs. Employees first hired into a benefitted position with the City of Tustin prior to July 1, 2011 are eligible for this benefit after five (5) years of service. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT After passing the probationary period, employees may request reimbursement up to a maximum of $4000 per calendar year for tuition and related expenses when attending a community college or four year university. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of legal and counseling services. MEDICARE All newly hired employees contribute a portion of gross salary for Medicare coverage. The employee contribution to Medicare is 1.45%. SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. SPECIALITY PAY The City has specialty pay for designated positions. Examples of specialty pay include Bilingual Pay, Water Certificate Pay, Stand-by Pay, Call-Back Pay, and Shift Differential. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time. The first review date is March 8, 2024. The City of Tustin is currently seeking applicants for Building Permit Technician or Senior Building Permit Technician . Position may be filled at either level depending on qualifications. Under general supervision, assists the public at the Building Division counter and receives, reviews, and processes building permit applications. Building Permit Technician is the primary point of contact with property owners, developers, contractors, and other members of the public regarding requests pertaining to the building permit process and permit activity for building activities such as additions or alterations to residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, pools, patios, fences, and tenant improvements. An employee in this classification is expected to respond to related technical questions and provide accurate information in a timely manner. The Building Permit Technician must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and deal with difficult individuals in a courteous and constructive manner. Senior Building Permit Technician is the advanced journey level (lead) classification in the City’s Building Permit Technician series. Employees at this level are assigned the most complex and sensitive tasks of the work unit and are expected to work with a high degree of independence on routine matters. Senior Building Permit Technician is distinguished from Building Permit Technician in that the incumbent has specialized expertise, knowledge, and skill in processing building permits and provides technical and functional direction to lower-level building permit staff. Supervision Received and Exercised: Receives general supervision from the Building Official. No supervision is exercised for the Building Permit Technician. Senior Building Permit Technician provides technical and functional direction to Building Permit Technicians. Selection Process: Application materials will be carefully reviewed to identify those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Individuals who are best qualified will be invited to participate in a panel interview. All candidates who pass the panel interview will earn placement on the eligible list, which may be used for current and future vacancies in the job classification. Examples of Duties Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following for B uilding Permit Technician and Senior Building Permit Technician: Assists property owners, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and other members of the public at the Building Division counter, over the telephone and via email; provides information regarding project status and building permit requirements, procedures, and history Processes applications for the issuance of building development and construction permits; reviews permit applications and building plans and specifications for completeness and compliance with appropriate codes and standards; routes submitted plans to plan check consultants, planning and engineering staff for in-depth review Prepares approved plans for issuance by verifying all information is complete and accurate and collecting signatures from planners, public works engineers, and building plan checkers Calculates permit fees in accordance with established fee schedules; issues appropriate permits and receipts for payment Verifies final inspection clearance with all City inspection, planning, engineering, and fire requirements and issues certificates of occupancy Enters, updates, and retrieves permit status information in permit tracking database; conducts research on past and current file activity; prepares statistical reports of departmental activity such as permits issued and fees collected Files permits and plans; prepares permits and plans for archival scanning; assembles files and other requested information for public records requests Refers customers to appropriate planning, inspection, plan check, and engineering staff as necessary for matters that require detailed technical review and explanation Compiles data and prepares statistical reports for management and other public agencies Provides coverage for the Planning counters, as necessary In addition to the duties above, Senior Building Permit Technicians also: Serves as the City’s lead building permit technician; takes responsibility for the most complex and/or sensitive building permits Provides technical and functional direction to building permit staff; reviews the work of others to help ensure the quality of work Assists supervisor with planning, scheduling, prioritizing, and assigning building permit activities Trains employees in work principles, practices, methods, policies, procedures, and applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, codes, and regulations Assists with the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards; assists in developing work plans, procedures, and schedules; makes recommendations for policy and procedure improvements Minimum Qualifications A combination of education, experience, and training that has provided the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities is required for entry into the classification. A typical combination includes: Education and/or Experience: Building Permit Technician: Graduation from high school; and two (2) years of administrative support and customer service experience in the building construction industry. Senior Building Permit Technician : Graduation from high school; and two (2) years of municipal building permit technician experience. Licenses and/or Certificates : Possession of a Permit Technician Certification by the International Code Council (ICC) is desirable. Special Requirements : S atisfactory results from a background investigation, physical examination and administrative screening. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES Knowledge of : Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including administrative and department policies and procedures Basic principles and terminology of building construction Basic mathematical principles, including decimals and percentages Proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation Principles and procedures of record keeping and reporting Standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs Skill to : Operate various types of standard office equipment including a personal computer and related software Ability to : Interpret, explain, and apply federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to the building permit process Establish and maintain courteous, cooperative, and effective working relationships with property owners, contractors, developers, the general public, and others encountered in the course of work Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and composure at all times, including stressful situations and handle disputes and complaints in a calm, courteous, and tactful manner Effectively provide and explain technical information in a non-technical manner Prepare, track, and maintain accurate and complete records Understand and follow oral and written instructions Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing Analyze data and draw logical conclusions Perform assignments with a high degree of independence Handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet established deadlines Working Conditions & Physical Demands The physical and mental demands described here 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. Physical Demands: An employee in this class is regularly required to sit and frequently stand and walk to and from the public building counter. The employee is expected to talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift and carry records and documents, typically weighing less than 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus to read and operate office equipment as necessary during the course of the work assignments. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; meet intensive and changing deadlines and interact with City staff, customers, vendors, contractors, and the public. Work Environment: The employee typically works in office conditions; the noise level is frequently quiet or moderately quiet, at or below 85 decibels level. The City of Tustin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. The City of Tustin offers a comprehensive compensation and benefit program that includes: FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PLAN The City provides a specific dollar amount to each employee to use toward the purchase of individual or family health coverage, dental plans, vision coverage, additional life insurance, deferred compensation, and other optional benefits. Currently, the flexible benefit amount for Employee + 2 is $1735per month. The City contracts through CalPERS medical program (PEMHCA) which offers multiple PPO and HMO options for health insurance providers. Employees also have the choice of Delta Dental PPO or HMO plans. RETIREMENT Employees will be enrolled in a defined benefit (pension) plan with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS determines the retirement plan in which a new employee will be enrolled based on the individual's membership status with CalPERS or a reciprocal retirement system on the individual's first day of employment with the City. Classic CalPERS members will be enrolled in the 2% @ 60 plan, with an employee contribution of 10% (pre-tax). New CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the 2% @ 62 plan, with an employee contribution of 6.25% (pre-tax). The City does not participate in Social Security, though participation Medicare is mandatory (1.45% employee contribution). DEFERRED COMPENSATION Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program and the City contracts with Nationwide Retirement Services. GENERAL LEAVE General Leave may be used for vacation and/or illness. Annual accrual amounts increase from 160 to 248 with years of service. HOLIDAYS The City has 13paid holidays per calendar year. LIFE INSURANCE Full-Time employees receive a $100,000 life insurance policy. LONG-TERM DISABILITY The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident. ALTERNATIVE WORK SCHEDULE The 9/80 alternative work schedule is available for most full-time positions. RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE Employees who retire from the City of Tustin with ten (10) years of full-time service and continue enrollment in the City's health plan are eligible for reimbursement of $250 per month toward retiree health insurance costs. Employees first hired into a benefitted position with the City of Tustin prior to July 1, 2011 are eligible for this benefit after five (5) years of service. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT After passing the probationary period, employees may request reimbursement up to a maximum of $4000 per calendar year for tuition and related expenses when attending a community college or four year university. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of legal and counseling services. MEDICARE All newly hired employees contribute a portion of gross salary for Medicare coverage. The employee contribution to Medicare is 1.45%. SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. SPECIALITY PAY The City has specialty pay for designated positions. Examples of specialty pay include Bilingual Pay, Water Certificate Pay, Stand-by Pay, Call-Back Pay, and Shift Differential. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Santa Clara, CA
Santa Clara, California, United States
Description The Department: The Community Development Department strives to enhance the community’s safety, welfare, quality of life, and economic opportunities by providing advanced planning, development review, permitting and inspection services, as well as administration of programs related to affordable housing. To learn more about the City of Santa Clara's Department of Community Development/Housing click here. . The Position: The Permit Technician is an entry level classification in the Permit Technician series. Incumbents work under direct supervision and are expected to follow established procedures and policies in order to perform the job duties. Work is generally reviewed on completion of task. Incumbents will evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Permit Technician classification in that the latter possess journey level knowledge and experience required to perform the more complex work assigned to the series and acts as a lead to Permit Technicians. The Permit Technician, under supervision, performs a variety of construction review, permit issuance, and customer service functions related to the plan review and permit issuance process. Duties may include, but are not limited to; explaining process, procedures and requirements for permit submittal and issuance, resolving customer issues and concerns, calculating appropriate fees and maintaining our computerized permit record tracking system. Works on complex special projects and other related work as assigned. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. Typical Duties This description may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed. Under direct supervision: • Performs clerical and public counter work and customer service related to the City's development process; • Provides information to the public regarding City regulations, procedures, and policies; • Reviews and prepares various plan checks for express plan review, permit applications, materials, documents, and plan submittals for permits and verifies accuracy, completeness, and compliance with pertinent laws and City guidelines; • Assists applicants in completing the permit application process; • Responds to customers about permit inquiries and may serve as a liaison to developers or contractors in order to provide status updates on applications; • Calculates review, inspection, permit, and related fees, and collects funds and issues receipts; • Issues construction and/or operational permits; • Performs computer data entry, data organization, and records access retrieval; • Maintains logs and records of permits issued; • Performs simple plan checks and prepares plan checks for review; • Distributes, coordinates, monitors, tracks, and files construction documents and permits for utilizing data management systems; • Researches files and databases regarding prior actions, decisions, development activities, and other information as required; • Verifies zoning, geologic hazard, environmental contamination, flood zone, historic, and other status of permit sites; • May assist in preparing reports, including but not limited to revenue and workflow reporting; • May assist in recommending process or procedural improvements; • Coordinates workflow with other City departments and outside agencies; and • Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D.; AND • One (1) of the following experience patterns: o Two (2) years of increasingly responsible office experience that involves extensive public contact in fire, planning, building, engineering, architecture, building construction trades, or related field; or o One (1) year of permit technician experience in a City or County Fire, Building, or Community Development Department. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTION: • Completion of 30-semester units/90 quarter units of college education from an accredited college or university, may be substituted for one (1) year of the required two (2) years of the required experience. LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATES • Possession of an appropriate, valid Class C California driver's license is required at time of appointment. • Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification is required to be obtained and maintained within one (1) year of appointment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: • Building, Fire, and/or environmental Codes and regulations, maps, reading/reviewing construction plans and specifications, terminology and processes; • Database and records management practices and procedures; • Procedures associated with construction and operational permits; and • Policies and procedures of fee assessment. Ability to: • Read, understand, apply, and explain basic laws, City ordinances, regulations, and procedures that are routine in nature; • Analyze and resolve specific applications, plan review, and permit inquiries; • Deal effectively with customers and staff and use basic principles and techniques of customer service; • Actively participate in process improvement changes to streamline procedures and processes; • Assist in providing technical training to departmental staff; • Read and interpret construction plans and specifications; • Make accurate mathematical calculations regarding fees; • Perform accurate data entry; • Operate variety office equipment and use City systems and applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable City databases; • Handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines; • Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines • Communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing; • Work in a team-based environment to achieve common goals; • Work effectively with the public, developers, consultants, and other City staff; and • Bend, stoop, reach, carry, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties. Additional Information: You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”) To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This position is continuous or open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov . City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 Employees Association This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to 90% of the Kaiser Family premium per month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and acceptableproof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) Life Insurance: City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave) 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings 30 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3,200per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $315per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6months of City service For 1 -4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 -9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service Non-Management Leave: 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours (maximum accrual is set by department) 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st) Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications): Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details) Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications Bilingual Pay: Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay Night Differential Pay: Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Standby Pay: Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year City paid benefit Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $416/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Description The Department: The Community Development Department strives to enhance the community’s safety, welfare, quality of life, and economic opportunities by providing advanced planning, development review, permitting and inspection services, as well as administration of programs related to affordable housing. To learn more about the City of Santa Clara's Department of Community Development/Housing click here. . The Position: The Permit Technician is an entry level classification in the Permit Technician series. Incumbents work under direct supervision and are expected to follow established procedures and policies in order to perform the job duties. Work is generally reviewed on completion of task. Incumbents will evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Permit Technician classification in that the latter possess journey level knowledge and experience required to perform the more complex work assigned to the series and acts as a lead to Permit Technicians. The Permit Technician, under supervision, performs a variety of construction review, permit issuance, and customer service functions related to the plan review and permit issuance process. Duties may include, but are not limited to; explaining process, procedures and requirements for permit submittal and issuance, resolving customer issues and concerns, calculating appropriate fees and maintaining our computerized permit record tracking system. Works on complex special projects and other related work as assigned. THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. Typical Duties This description may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed. Under direct supervision: • Performs clerical and public counter work and customer service related to the City's development process; • Provides information to the public regarding City regulations, procedures, and policies; • Reviews and prepares various plan checks for express plan review, permit applications, materials, documents, and plan submittals for permits and verifies accuracy, completeness, and compliance with pertinent laws and City guidelines; • Assists applicants in completing the permit application process; • Responds to customers about permit inquiries and may serve as a liaison to developers or contractors in order to provide status updates on applications; • Calculates review, inspection, permit, and related fees, and collects funds and issues receipts; • Issues construction and/or operational permits; • Performs computer data entry, data organization, and records access retrieval; • Maintains logs and records of permits issued; • Performs simple plan checks and prepares plan checks for review; • Distributes, coordinates, monitors, tracks, and files construction documents and permits for utilizing data management systems; • Researches files and databases regarding prior actions, decisions, development activities, and other information as required; • Verifies zoning, geologic hazard, environmental contamination, flood zone, historic, and other status of permit sites; • May assist in preparing reports, including but not limited to revenue and workflow reporting; • May assist in recommending process or procedural improvements; • Coordinates workflow with other City departments and outside agencies; and • Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D.; AND • One (1) of the following experience patterns: o Two (2) years of increasingly responsible office experience that involves extensive public contact in fire, planning, building, engineering, architecture, building construction trades, or related field; or o One (1) year of permit technician experience in a City or County Fire, Building, or Community Development Department. ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTION: • Completion of 30-semester units/90 quarter units of college education from an accredited college or university, may be substituted for one (1) year of the required two (2) years of the required experience. LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATES • Possession of an appropriate, valid Class C California driver's license is required at time of appointment. • Possession of an International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification is required to be obtained and maintained within one (1) year of appointment. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment. Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment. Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: • Building, Fire, and/or environmental Codes and regulations, maps, reading/reviewing construction plans and specifications, terminology and processes; • Database and records management practices and procedures; • Procedures associated with construction and operational permits; and • Policies and procedures of fee assessment. Ability to: • Read, understand, apply, and explain basic laws, City ordinances, regulations, and procedures that are routine in nature; • Analyze and resolve specific applications, plan review, and permit inquiries; • Deal effectively with customers and staff and use basic principles and techniques of customer service; • Actively participate in process improvement changes to streamline procedures and processes; • Assist in providing technical training to departmental staff; • Read and interpret construction plans and specifications; • Make accurate mathematical calculations regarding fees; • Perform accurate data entry; • Operate variety office equipment and use City systems and applications, including Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable City databases; • Handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines; • Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment within established guidelines • Communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing; • Work in a team-based environment to achieve common goals; • Work effectively with the public, developers, consultants, and other City staff; and • Bend, stoop, reach, carry, climb, and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties. Additional Information: You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”) To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This position is continuous or open until filled: Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis for consideration to the position. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed. The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov . City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 Employees Association This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change. Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula - employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula - employee pays 7.00% of gross pay Medicare and Social Security (FICA) Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40(Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay Health Insurance: City contribution up to 90% of the Kaiser Family premium per month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and acceptableproof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details Dental Insurance: Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Vision Insurance: Choice of two VSP plans City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee Coverage is effective as early asthe first day of the monthafter date of hire Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA): City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax) Life Insurance: City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children State Disability Insurance (SDI): Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave) 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Paid Family Leave (PFL): Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance: Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings 30 calendar day waiting period Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment Deferred Compensation: Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan): Employee may contribute up to $3,200per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account Employee may contribute up to $315per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan Vacation: Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6months of City service For 1 -4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year For 5 -9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year Sick Leave: Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation) Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service Non-Management Leave: 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours (maximum accrual is set by department) 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st) Holidays: Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year) Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications): Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details) Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications Bilingual Pay: Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay Night Differential Pay: Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Standby Pay: Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year City paid benefit Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program: Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum. Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $416/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024(amount adjusted annually) Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Laguna Beach, California, United States
Description The City of Laguna Beach Community Development Department is seeking customer service-oriented individuals to fill the positions of Permit Technician and Senior Permit Technician! A 4% Cost of Living Increase is scheduled for 07/01/2024. The Position: Under general supervision, assists the public at the Community Development Department front counter; provides information on department services; accepts, processes and reviews forms, plans and permit applications for building, and determines completeness of necessary documents. Reports to the Permit Services Supervisor or Building Official. Application/Selection Process : All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis . Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to participate in a structured panel interview. Those recommended for further evaluation will undergo a department interview with City staff. Based on the City's needs, the selection process may be modified. Candidates will be notified via e-mail of any changes in the selection process. Pre-Placement Process: The selected candidate must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, a pre-placement physical and drug test, educational and employment verification, and reference check(s). Examples of Duties The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reviews applications and plans for completeness and accuracy Processes and routes plans to all appropriate divisions and departments and determines review for outside agencies Issues building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits Schedules inspections Provides information and services to citizens regarding permit fees, requirements and City regulations Calculates permit and development fees Prepares reports and correspondence on building related items Answers phone and assists customers at the front counter Balances daily revenue and prepares claim vouchers Responds to citizen complaints Orders office supplies and updates department forms as needed Provides administrative and clerical staff support services to department personnel as assigned Qualifications Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows: Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent, supplemented by specialized job-related courses. Experience : Permit Technician: One (1) year of experience working in a clerical or administrative capacity with strong public contact work, computer usage and providing written and oral communication. Experience with a municipal agency processing and issuing building permits and assisting the public at a front counter is highly desirable. Senior Permit Technician: Four (4) years of experience with processing and issuing building permits and assisting the public at the building division counter. License/Certificate Requirements: A valid California Driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required. An International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician Certificate is highly desirable. Supplemental Information Knowledge of: General construction practices, methods and terminology; operation of general office equipment, including a personal computer using Windows based software, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of building codes. Ability to: Read or learn to read plans; calculate fees and building valuations; communicate effectively orally and in writing and maintain composure under pressure; type accurately at a rate of approximately 45 wpm (net) and use correct grammar, spelling and punctuation; effectively multi-task and maintain effective organization of multiple projects and assignments in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions; work effectively under pressure; maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those encountered in the performance of duties, including the general public. Laguna Beach: With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beach hosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 234,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit and animal control. The Department & Division: The Community Development Department is organized into five divisions - Administration, Zoning, Building , Planning, and Code Enforcement. The Building Division is responsible for the building safety standards for the design, construction, use, and occupancy of all buildings and structures within the City of Laguna Beach. Benefits for Laguna Beach Municipal Employees' Association (MEA) Retirement : The City offers membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS. 2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members, or 2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members. Health Coverage: The City covers the medical and dental insurance premium costs for employee-only and provides a contribution towards dependent premium costs. A medical insurance waiver program is available for employees covered by medical insurance other than the City’s medical insurance. Vacation: Vacation leave accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. This increases to 136 hours per year after five years of service, and to 176 hours per year after nine years of service. A cash-out option exists for accrued vacation time. Holiday: The City provides 90 hours for 11 paid holidays per year. Sick Leave: Sick leave accrues at a rate of 80 hours per year. Unused sick leave is available for cash-in at 50% value into your Retirement Health Savings (RHS) account. Retirement Health Savings Plan: The City, on your behalf, deposits a monthly pre-tax contribution of $100 into your RHS account. Life Insurance: The City provides a life insurance benefit in the amount of $50,000, including coverage for Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Long-term Disability. Pay Plan: The basic pay ranges are composed of 8 steps, with each step varying by approximately 5%. Acting Pay: Employees will receive an additional 5% of their current base salary for working out of classification for 15 or more consecutive workdays. Alternate Work Schedule: City Hall is currently operating on a 9/80 work schedule. Other work schedules may be available including, but not limited to, a 4/10, 9/80, 5/8 or other work schedule as may suit the operational needs of the City. Alternate work schedules are subject to City Manager approval. Other Benefits : The City offers a Flexible Spending Account, Educational Reimbursement Program, Employee Assistance Program, Exceptional Performance Pay Program, and Bilingual Pay Program.
Mar 05, 2024
Full Time
Description The City of Laguna Beach Community Development Department is seeking customer service-oriented individuals to fill the positions of Permit Technician and Senior Permit Technician! A 4% Cost of Living Increase is scheduled for 07/01/2024. The Position: Under general supervision, assists the public at the Community Development Department front counter; provides information on department services; accepts, processes and reviews forms, plans and permit applications for building, and determines completeness of necessary documents. Reports to the Permit Services Supervisor or Building Official. Application/Selection Process : All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis . Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to participate in a structured panel interview. Those recommended for further evaluation will undergo a department interview with City staff. Based on the City's needs, the selection process may be modified. Candidates will be notified via e-mail of any changes in the selection process. Pre-Placement Process: The selected candidate must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, a pre-placement physical and drug test, educational and employment verification, and reference check(s). Examples of Duties The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Reviews applications and plans for completeness and accuracy Processes and routes plans to all appropriate divisions and departments and determines review for outside agencies Issues building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing permits Schedules inspections Provides information and services to citizens regarding permit fees, requirements and City regulations Calculates permit and development fees Prepares reports and correspondence on building related items Answers phone and assists customers at the front counter Balances daily revenue and prepares claim vouchers Responds to citizen complaints Orders office supplies and updates department forms as needed Provides administrative and clerical staff support services to department personnel as assigned Qualifications Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows: Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent, supplemented by specialized job-related courses. Experience : Permit Technician: One (1) year of experience working in a clerical or administrative capacity with strong public contact work, computer usage and providing written and oral communication. Experience with a municipal agency processing and issuing building permits and assisting the public at a front counter is highly desirable. Senior Permit Technician: Four (4) years of experience with processing and issuing building permits and assisting the public at the building division counter. License/Certificate Requirements: A valid California Driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required. An International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician Certificate is highly desirable. Supplemental Information Knowledge of: General construction practices, methods and terminology; operation of general office equipment, including a personal computer using Windows based software, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of building codes. Ability to: Read or learn to read plans; calculate fees and building valuations; communicate effectively orally and in writing and maintain composure under pressure; type accurately at a rate of approximately 45 wpm (net) and use correct grammar, spelling and punctuation; effectively multi-task and maintain effective organization of multiple projects and assignments in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions; work effectively under pressure; maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those encountered in the performance of duties, including the general public. Laguna Beach: With seven miles of City beaches and towering hills with captivating Pacific views, Laguna Beach residents enjoy some of the most stunning landscapes in Southern California. The City of Laguna Beach hosts millions of visitors to its world-famous arts festivals and beautiful beaches. Services provided to its resident population of approximately 234,000 include police, fire, marine safety, recreation, parks, public works, community development, parking, transit and animal control. The Department & Division: The Community Development Department is organized into five divisions - Administration, Zoning, Building , Planning, and Code Enforcement. The Building Division is responsible for the building safety standards for the design, construction, use, and occupancy of all buildings and structures within the City of Laguna Beach. Benefits for Laguna Beach Municipal Employees' Association (MEA) Retirement : The City offers membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS. 2% at 62 for PEPRA CalPERS members, or 2.5% at 55 for Classic CalPERS members. Health Coverage: The City covers the medical and dental insurance premium costs for employee-only and provides a contribution towards dependent premium costs. A medical insurance waiver program is available for employees covered by medical insurance other than the City’s medical insurance. Vacation: Vacation leave accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. This increases to 136 hours per year after five years of service, and to 176 hours per year after nine years of service. A cash-out option exists for accrued vacation time. Holiday: The City provides 90 hours for 11 paid holidays per year. Sick Leave: Sick leave accrues at a rate of 80 hours per year. Unused sick leave is available for cash-in at 50% value into your Retirement Health Savings (RHS) account. Retirement Health Savings Plan: The City, on your behalf, deposits a monthly pre-tax contribution of $100 into your RHS account. Life Insurance: The City provides a life insurance benefit in the amount of $50,000, including coverage for Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Long-term Disability. Pay Plan: The basic pay ranges are composed of 8 steps, with each step varying by approximately 5%. Acting Pay: Employees will receive an additional 5% of their current base salary for working out of classification for 15 or more consecutive workdays. Alternate Work Schedule: City Hall is currently operating on a 9/80 work schedule. Other work schedules may be available including, but not limited to, a 4/10, 9/80, 5/8 or other work schedule as may suit the operational needs of the City. Alternate work schedules are subject to City Manager approval. Other Benefits : The City offers a Flexible Spending Account, Educational Reimbursement Program, Employee Assistance Program, Exceptional Performance Pay Program, and Bilingual Pay Program.
JOB SUMMARY The Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified and dedicated individual for the position of: Permit Technician. Salary Range: $36,871.98 - $49,885.62 Hiring Range: $36,871.98 - $43,378.80 Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment Flex Scheduling Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Benefits Training & Continuing Education Opportunities Qualifications: High School Diploma or G.E.D. and one (1) year of experience in the construction field, Municipal experience is preferred but not required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Under direct supervision, the Permit Technician provides excellent customer service to contractors, residents, and developers. Processes building permit applications and maintains databases to track information on permits. Performs other duties as assigned. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Assists applicants and the public with forms and technical questions related to the permitting process. Review, accept, and process permit applications and documents; assess and collect permitting fees; reconciles and close out cash drawer. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of : Building rules, regulations, codes, and ordinances Computer skills using Microsoft Office applications, Internet, Adobe Acrobat and conversion techniques, Microsoft Outlook. Ability to : Provide excellent customer service. Prioritize and organize various assignments in order to produce efficient results. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Respond tactfully and appropriately to inquiries from the public, other departments, or agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. Must be able to walk, stand, stretch, bend, twist, stoop, and kneel. Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Employee must have ability to maintain concentration in the midst of interruptions and background noise. Position requires working primarily in a climate-controlled office environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager. PROSPER'S PURPOSE - PROSPER IS A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS
Mar 21, 2024
Full Time
JOB SUMMARY The Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified and dedicated individual for the position of: Permit Technician. Salary Range: $36,871.98 - $49,885.62 Hiring Range: $36,871.98 - $43,378.80 Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment Flex Scheduling Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Benefits Training & Continuing Education Opportunities Qualifications: High School Diploma or G.E.D. and one (1) year of experience in the construction field, Municipal experience is preferred but not required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Under direct supervision, the Permit Technician provides excellent customer service to contractors, residents, and developers. Processes building permit applications and maintains databases to track information on permits. Performs other duties as assigned. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Assists applicants and the public with forms and technical questions related to the permitting process. Review, accept, and process permit applications and documents; assess and collect permitting fees; reconciles and close out cash drawer. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of : Building rules, regulations, codes, and ordinances Computer skills using Microsoft Office applications, Internet, Adobe Acrobat and conversion techniques, Microsoft Outlook. Ability to : Provide excellent customer service. Prioritize and organize various assignments in order to produce efficient results. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Respond tactfully and appropriately to inquiries from the public, other departments, or agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. Must be able to walk, stand, stretch, bend, twist, stoop, and kneel. Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential function of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Employee must have ability to maintain concentration in the midst of interruptions and background noise. Position requires working primarily in a climate-controlled office environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager. PROSPER'S PURPOSE - PROSPER IS A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS
Town of Los Gatos, CA
Town of Los Gatos, California, United States
The Town of Los Gatos is currently accepting applications for the position of Permit Technician . The recruitment is OPEN UNTIL FILLED. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit an employment application (which includes answering a supplemental questionnaire) by clicking on "Apply" at the top of this announcement. A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. V iew the job announcement for this exciting and rewarding opportunity. T ENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE: Application Deadline for 1st Review: February 18 , 2024 Oral Board Interview: March 7 , 2024 Department Interview: Week of March 11, 2024 The Permit Technician receives direct supervision from the Chief Building Official. The incumbent provides customer service at the Town’s Permit Counter and performs a variety of paraprofessional and technical duties related to building permits; and exercises judgment on a daily basis in referring customers or callers to other staff members within the Department. The position is a non-exempt classification represented by the Town Employees' Association (T.E.A.). The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The Town of Los Gatos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States. This classification is represented by the Town Employees' Association (T.E.A.). Please refer to the Benefit Summaries postedon theTown of Los Gatos Human Resources Department Webpage.
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
The Town of Los Gatos is currently accepting applications for the position of Permit Technician . The recruitment is OPEN UNTIL FILLED. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit an employment application (which includes answering a supplemental questionnaire) by clicking on "Apply" at the top of this announcement. A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. V iew the job announcement for this exciting and rewarding opportunity. T ENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE: Application Deadline for 1st Review: February 18 , 2024 Oral Board Interview: March 7 , 2024 Department Interview: Week of March 11, 2024 The Permit Technician receives direct supervision from the Chief Building Official. The incumbent provides customer service at the Town’s Permit Counter and performs a variety of paraprofessional and technical duties related to building permits; and exercises judgment on a daily basis in referring customers or callers to other staff members within the Department. The position is a non-exempt classification represented by the Town Employees' Association (T.E.A.). The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The Town of Los Gatos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, medical, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by law. Qualified individuals with a disability will receive reasonable accommodation, as required by the California Family Rights Act (CFRA), and federal laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, during any phase of the selection process, providing such request is made to Human Resources at least five working days in advance. Medical disability verification may be required prior to accommodation. Under federal law, all employees must provide documents that authorize the right to work in the United States. This classification is represented by the Town Employees' Association (T.E.A.). Please refer to the Benefit Summaries postedon theTown of Los Gatos Human Resources Department Webpage.
City of Kansas City, MO
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Several full-time positions available with the City Planning & Development Department, Permits Division located at 414 E 12th St. Salary Range: $24.77-$37.16/hour Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. *Telework available 1 day a week after 6 months' probation period. Application Deadline Date: April 01, 2024 Responsibilities Performs intermediate and higher-level technical work in receiving, reviewing, and processing various application types. Serves as a primary liaison to residents, contractors, developers, and other interdepartmental staff members on the permitting process. Provides comprehensive guidance to applicants regarding the City's zoning codes, building codes, and other ordinances. Records permit information into permitting/land management software and other public records pertaining to all permit types. Prepares, maintains, organizes, and updates department files and records as well as search and compile information for staff, other agencies, and the general public. Reviews various types of residential plans and permits, zoning clearances for business license, writes zoning compliance letters, writes zoning determinations related to variance requests, writes various commercial and residential permits, conducts other similar review duties. Calculates and builds invoices for permits and construction related fees through online system. Initiates address assignments for properties. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 2 years of professional experience of a progressively responsible nature in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, neighborhood development programs or a related field; OR an accredited Master's degree in economics, sociology, multi-disciplinary social science or urban affairs, urban planning, public or business administration, engineering, architecture or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience. Other Information URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION QUESTIONS REGARDING AVIATION POSITIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE AVIATION DEPARTMENT AT 816-243-3010. Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete. In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System. Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained. Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical. If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months. The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org . If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).
Mar 11, 2024
Full Time
Several full-time positions available with the City Planning & Development Department, Permits Division located at 414 E 12th St. Salary Range: $24.77-$37.16/hour Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. *Telework available 1 day a week after 6 months' probation period. Application Deadline Date: April 01, 2024 Responsibilities Performs intermediate and higher-level technical work in receiving, reviewing, and processing various application types. Serves as a primary liaison to residents, contractors, developers, and other interdepartmental staff members on the permitting process. Provides comprehensive guidance to applicants regarding the City's zoning codes, building codes, and other ordinances. Records permit information into permitting/land management software and other public records pertaining to all permit types. Prepares, maintains, organizes, and updates department files and records as well as search and compile information for staff, other agencies, and the general public. Reviews various types of residential plans and permits, zoning clearances for business license, writes zoning compliance letters, writes zoning determinations related to variance requests, writes various commercial and residential permits, conducts other similar review duties. Calculates and builds invoices for permits and construction related fees through online system. Initiates address assignments for properties. Performs other related duties as required. Qualifications REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 2 years of professional experience of a progressively responsible nature in economic or community development work, planning, building codes administration, engineering, architecture, neighborhood development programs or a related field; OR an accredited Master's degree in economics, sociology, multi-disciplinary social science or urban affairs, urban planning, public or business administration, engineering, architecture or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience. Other Information URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION QUESTIONS REGARDING AVIATION POSITIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE AVIATION DEPARTMENT AT 816-243-3010. Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete. In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System. Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education. For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained. Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical. If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months. The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org . If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).
The City of Loveland Fleet Management is focused on collaboration, accountability, team environment, succession planning, training and providing internal advancement opportunities using our Fleet Career and Development Incentive Program. In the program there are (5) Technician levels with the highest potential earning pay range being: low-$33.66, mid-range $40.39 and high $47.12 per hour. Come join a professional, collaborative dynamic team! Candidates hired, who do not hold the required CDL License will be provided study materials and support to successfully test for their license. JOB SUMMARY: Fleet Technician II Contributes to the overall mission and values of the City of Loveland through adherence to City of Loveland (COL) core values and safety standards in the performance of basic repairs and diagnostics on automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, construction equipment, snow/ice control equipment and occasionally fire apparatus/equipment, while mentoring less experienced technicians and learning from technicians of advanced skill levels. Master Fleet Technician I Contributes to the overall mission and values of the City of Loveland through adherence to an established set of values ensuring a safe, reliable and economical City fleet maintenance program; performing a variety of diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance [PMs]. These responsibilities are performed on gasoline and diesel engines as well as, chassis, electrical, aerial, hydraulic and transmission systems found on a variety of automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, construction equipment, and specialized vehicles including fire apparatus and aerial-type systems/trucks. The salary range for the position is $26.83 to $36.06 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Position will remain open until filled. Fleet Technician II ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs preventative maintenance and inspections of the City fleet in accordance with Industry “Flat Rate” standards (where applicable). Assists coworkers by sharing knowledge and assisting with awkward and/or heavy jobs. Mentors less experienced Technicians on fleet maintenance policies, procedures, tasks, techniques and performance standards. Interviews customers and operators about vehicle/equipment problems to understand and diagnose accurately. Ensures all required information is reported accurately on work orders, preventative maintenance reports, and other documents. Performs work in accordance with industry and City safety standards. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Ensures work environment is clean and safe. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Required Education: Must hold an automotive or diesel vocational/technical school degree or have a minimum of three (3) years’ automotive repair experience in a professional repair shop or equivalent combination of education or experience required. Preferred Experience: Welding and/or fabrication experience highly desired. Experience in maintenance and repair of diverse light and heavy-duty fleets. Formal hydraulic training and/or equivalent experience. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience my substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess either a Class A or B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with passenger (P) endorsements, or must obtain a CDL Instruction Permit within 90 days of hire and obtain a Class A or B commercial driver’s license with passenger (P) endorsements within six (6) months of hire date. ASE Master Certification highly desired. The CDL license training is subject to the condition that you must repay the City of Loveland three thousand dollars, $3,000.00 in the event you resign or you are terminated for cause within twenty-four (24) months after your starting date with the City. In such event, you irrevocably authorize repayment of the cost by set-off from any final payment of compensation or reimbursement due to you from the City. Any remaining balance shall be paid in certified funds within thirty (30) days of such resignation or termination date. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES: General knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, emissions and mechanical systems, repair tools and equipment. Understanding of safety regulations and procedures associated Fleet Operations. Proficiency using industry related computer software and other application software such as e-mail and contact management systems, and industry specific software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to accurately diagnose and repair mechanical problems. Capability to perform basic math computations, and maintain accurate and complete computer records. Ability to read and interpret detailed equipment schematics, instructions, and systems diagrams. Skill in the use of specialty tools, OEM diagnostic software and test equipment used in the performance of the assigned tasks. Considerable welding and fabrication skills. Ability to diagnose system failures on multiple types of specialized equipment. Master Fleet Technician I ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs basic and advanced repairs and diagnostics on automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, construction equipment, snow/ice control equipment and occasionally fire apparatus/equipment in accordance with Industry “Flat Rate” standards (where applicable). Performs preventative maintenance and inspections of the City fleet. Assists coworkers by sharing knowledge and assisting with awkward and/or heavy jobs. Mentors less experienced Technicians to enhance knowledge and skill in fleet maintenance policies, procedures, tasks, techniques and performance standards. Interviews customers and operators about vehicle/equipment problems to understand and diagnose accurately. Ensures all required information is reported accurately on work orders, preventative maintenance reports, and other documents. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Ensures work environment is clean and safe. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Required education: Must hold an automotive or diesel vocational/technical school degree or have a minimum of five (5) years’ automotive repair experience in a professional repair shop or equivalent combination of education or experience required. Preferred experience: Welding and/or fabrication experience. Experience in maintenance and repair of diverse light and heavy-duty fleets. Formal hydraulic training and/or equivalent experience. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience my substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with and passenger (P) endorsements or a CDL Instruction Permit. CDL Instruction Permit holders must obtain a Class A or B commercial driver’s license with passenger (P) endorsements within six (6) months of hire date as a requirement of the position. Completion of Troubleshooting Hydraulics (ref NFPI training 3-day course), Completion of Troubleshooting Electrical Circuits (ref NFPI training, 3 day course) equivalent coursework or demonstrated competency may substitute for this requirement. ASE Master certification in either Automotive/Light truck (A1-A8) or Medium/Heavy truck (T2-T7) required. The CDL license training is subject to the condition that you must repay the City of Loveland three thousand dollars, $3,000.00 in the event you resign or you are terminated for cause within twenty-four (24) months after your starting date with the City. In such event, you irrevocably authorize repayment of the cost by set-off from any final payment of compensation or reimbursement due to you from the City. Any remaining balance shall be paid in certified funds within thirty (30) days of such resignation or termination date. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Must have thorough knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, emissions and mechanical systems, repair tools and equipment. Understanding of safety regulations and procedures associated with Fleet Operations. Proficiency using industry related computer software and other application software such as e-mail and contact management systems, and industry specific software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to accurately diagnose and repair mechanical problems. Capability to perform basic math computations, and maintain accurate and complete computer records. Ability to read and interpret detailed equipment schematics, instructions, and systems diagrams. Skill in the use of specialty tools, OEM diagnostic software and test equipment used in the performance of the assigned tasks. Considerable welding and fabrication skills. Ability to diagnose system failures on multiple types of specialized equipment. The salary range for Fleet Technician II is $26.83- $37.56 per hour with a hiring range of $26.83- $32.20, depending on qualifications and experience. The salary range for Master Fleet Technician I is $30.05- $42.07 per hour with a hiring range of $30.05 - $36.06, depending on qualifications and experience. WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Work hours vary by season and are subject to change based on emergency or weather-related events, which may extend the work day to include occasional night-shift work. Outdoor work in all weather conditions may be required on an as-needed bases. Spends a majority of the time either walking or standing while in the shop or field. Physical demands moderate to heavy physical work requiring lifting, carry, push and pull up to 100 lbs. while performing mechanical functions in the shop and field. Lifting of heavy and awkward objects, up to 100 lbs, from ground level to waist level or higher, either on solid ground, or while balancing. Occasional positioning and re-adjusting of objects up to 200 lbs. Work involves regular walking, standing, and frequent full range of body movement including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing and crawling. Considerable hand/eye/foot coordination is necessary to operate tools and equipment, and occasionally operate equipment and vehicles. Correctible vision is required to read automotive manuals, gauges and meters. Speech and hearing must be adequate to receive or give technical information and instructions, and to perform in a safe manner. Considerable hand/eye/foot coordination is necessary to operate tools and equipment, and occasionally operate equipment and vehicles. Correctible vision is required to read automotive manuals, gauges and meters. Speech and hearing must be adequate to receive or give technical information and instructions, and to perform in a safe manner. Considered essential personnel required to report for duty in response to community emergencies (e.g. natural disaster, snow, fire, flood, blizzard, etc.). This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE! In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America. Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance. A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong! Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes: Two (2) medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children) Employee Health & Wellness Center (self/family) Paid vacation, holidays, and medical leave Flexible spending including Dependent Care Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program Voluntary 529 College Invest program Personal and Professional Development opportunities Discounted recreation passes Employee recognition program Exceptional work-life balance Market based pay & regular performance reviews Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate. The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation . Learn more about your right to work . Visit E-Verify.gov for more information. This is a "safety sensitive" position - Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a driving record and criminal history background check. Selection process will comply with DOT regulations including post-offer drug screening and previous employer safety performance request.
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
The City of Loveland Fleet Management is focused on collaboration, accountability, team environment, succession planning, training and providing internal advancement opportunities using our Fleet Career and Development Incentive Program. In the program there are (5) Technician levels with the highest potential earning pay range being: low-$33.66, mid-range $40.39 and high $47.12 per hour. Come join a professional, collaborative dynamic team! Candidates hired, who do not hold the required CDL License will be provided study materials and support to successfully test for their license. JOB SUMMARY: Fleet Technician II Contributes to the overall mission and values of the City of Loveland through adherence to City of Loveland (COL) core values and safety standards in the performance of basic repairs and diagnostics on automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, construction equipment, snow/ice control equipment and occasionally fire apparatus/equipment, while mentoring less experienced technicians and learning from technicians of advanced skill levels. Master Fleet Technician I Contributes to the overall mission and values of the City of Loveland through adherence to an established set of values ensuring a safe, reliable and economical City fleet maintenance program; performing a variety of diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance [PMs]. These responsibilities are performed on gasoline and diesel engines as well as, chassis, electrical, aerial, hydraulic and transmission systems found on a variety of automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, construction equipment, and specialized vehicles including fire apparatus and aerial-type systems/trucks. The salary range for the position is $26.83 to $36.06 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Position will remain open until filled. Fleet Technician II ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs preventative maintenance and inspections of the City fleet in accordance with Industry “Flat Rate” standards (where applicable). Assists coworkers by sharing knowledge and assisting with awkward and/or heavy jobs. Mentors less experienced Technicians on fleet maintenance policies, procedures, tasks, techniques and performance standards. Interviews customers and operators about vehicle/equipment problems to understand and diagnose accurately. Ensures all required information is reported accurately on work orders, preventative maintenance reports, and other documents. Performs work in accordance with industry and City safety standards. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Ensures work environment is clean and safe. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Required Education: Must hold an automotive or diesel vocational/technical school degree or have a minimum of three (3) years’ automotive repair experience in a professional repair shop or equivalent combination of education or experience required. Preferred Experience: Welding and/or fabrication experience highly desired. Experience in maintenance and repair of diverse light and heavy-duty fleets. Formal hydraulic training and/or equivalent experience. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience my substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess either a Class A or B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with passenger (P) endorsements, or must obtain a CDL Instruction Permit within 90 days of hire and obtain a Class A or B commercial driver’s license with passenger (P) endorsements within six (6) months of hire date. ASE Master Certification highly desired. The CDL license training is subject to the condition that you must repay the City of Loveland three thousand dollars, $3,000.00 in the event you resign or you are terminated for cause within twenty-four (24) months after your starting date with the City. In such event, you irrevocably authorize repayment of the cost by set-off from any final payment of compensation or reimbursement due to you from the City. Any remaining balance shall be paid in certified funds within thirty (30) days of such resignation or termination date. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES: General knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, emissions and mechanical systems, repair tools and equipment. Understanding of safety regulations and procedures associated Fleet Operations. Proficiency using industry related computer software and other application software such as e-mail and contact management systems, and industry specific software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to accurately diagnose and repair mechanical problems. Capability to perform basic math computations, and maintain accurate and complete computer records. Ability to read and interpret detailed equipment schematics, instructions, and systems diagrams. Skill in the use of specialty tools, OEM diagnostic software and test equipment used in the performance of the assigned tasks. Considerable welding and fabrication skills. Ability to diagnose system failures on multiple types of specialized equipment. Master Fleet Technician I ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Performs basic and advanced repairs and diagnostics on automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, construction equipment, snow/ice control equipment and occasionally fire apparatus/equipment in accordance with Industry “Flat Rate” standards (where applicable). Performs preventative maintenance and inspections of the City fleet. Assists coworkers by sharing knowledge and assisting with awkward and/or heavy jobs. Mentors less experienced Technicians to enhance knowledge and skill in fleet maintenance policies, procedures, tasks, techniques and performance standards. Interviews customers and operators about vehicle/equipment problems to understand and diagnose accurately. Ensures all required information is reported accurately on work orders, preventative maintenance reports, and other documents. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: Ensures work environment is clean and safe. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Required education: Must hold an automotive or diesel vocational/technical school degree or have a minimum of five (5) years’ automotive repair experience in a professional repair shop or equivalent combination of education or experience required. Preferred experience: Welding and/or fabrication experience. Experience in maintenance and repair of diverse light and heavy-duty fleets. Formal hydraulic training and/or equivalent experience. An equivalent combination of education and/or experience my substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis. Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid Class A or B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with and passenger (P) endorsements or a CDL Instruction Permit. CDL Instruction Permit holders must obtain a Class A or B commercial driver’s license with passenger (P) endorsements within six (6) months of hire date as a requirement of the position. Completion of Troubleshooting Hydraulics (ref NFPI training 3-day course), Completion of Troubleshooting Electrical Circuits (ref NFPI training, 3 day course) equivalent coursework or demonstrated competency may substitute for this requirement. ASE Master certification in either Automotive/Light truck (A1-A8) or Medium/Heavy truck (T2-T7) required. The CDL license training is subject to the condition that you must repay the City of Loveland three thousand dollars, $3,000.00 in the event you resign or you are terminated for cause within twenty-four (24) months after your starting date with the City. In such event, you irrevocably authorize repayment of the cost by set-off from any final payment of compensation or reimbursement due to you from the City. Any remaining balance shall be paid in certified funds within thirty (30) days of such resignation or termination date. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Must have thorough knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, emissions and mechanical systems, repair tools and equipment. Understanding of safety regulations and procedures associated with Fleet Operations. Proficiency using industry related computer software and other application software such as e-mail and contact management systems, and industry specific software. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to accurately diagnose and repair mechanical problems. Capability to perform basic math computations, and maintain accurate and complete computer records. Ability to read and interpret detailed equipment schematics, instructions, and systems diagrams. Skill in the use of specialty tools, OEM diagnostic software and test equipment used in the performance of the assigned tasks. Considerable welding and fabrication skills. Ability to diagnose system failures on multiple types of specialized equipment. The salary range for Fleet Technician II is $26.83- $37.56 per hour with a hiring range of $26.83- $32.20, depending on qualifications and experience. The salary range for Master Fleet Technician I is $30.05- $42.07 per hour with a hiring range of $30.05 - $36.06, depending on qualifications and experience. WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Work hours vary by season and are subject to change based on emergency or weather-related events, which may extend the work day to include occasional night-shift work. Outdoor work in all weather conditions may be required on an as-needed bases. Spends a majority of the time either walking or standing while in the shop or field. Physical demands moderate to heavy physical work requiring lifting, carry, push and pull up to 100 lbs. while performing mechanical functions in the shop and field. Lifting of heavy and awkward objects, up to 100 lbs, from ground level to waist level or higher, either on solid ground, or while balancing. Occasional positioning and re-adjusting of objects up to 200 lbs. Work involves regular walking, standing, and frequent full range of body movement including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing and crawling. Considerable hand/eye/foot coordination is necessary to operate tools and equipment, and occasionally operate equipment and vehicles. Correctible vision is required to read automotive manuals, gauges and meters. Speech and hearing must be adequate to receive or give technical information and instructions, and to perform in a safe manner. Considerable hand/eye/foot coordination is necessary to operate tools and equipment, and occasionally operate equipment and vehicles. Correctible vision is required to read automotive manuals, gauges and meters. Speech and hearing must be adequate to receive or give technical information and instructions, and to perform in a safe manner. Considered essential personnel required to report for duty in response to community emergencies (e.g. natural disaster, snow, fire, flood, blizzard, etc.). This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. With over 300 days of sunshine, and just 30 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park in the heart of northern Colorado, Loveland is an ideal community for anyone to call home. Known as the Sweetheart City, this vibrant cultural hub is home to nearly 500 sculptures and public art installations, the world-famous Valentine Remail Program, and picturesque views of the Rocky Mountains. The community is bustling with a thriving arts, brewery, foodie and shopping scene. Enjoy headliner concert and theatre productions, professional hockey events, endless community recreation and open space opportunities, art and sculpture shows, and several local festivals. Loveland also boasts an award-winning golf course and an inclusive library and community center. Loveland, Colorado has EVERYTHING YOU LOVE! In 2020, Loveland was the only Colorado City to win the Governor’s Award for Downtown Excellence, is the top residential recycling City in the state for 4 consecutive years and has been ranked as one of the top places to live, work and raise a family in the U.S. and as one of the Most Idyllic Picturesque towns in America. Apply today to join more than 800 employees who work to meet the core values of: Accountability & Integrity, Transparency & Honoring the Public Trust, Collaboration, Innovation, Safety, Excellent Service with Courtesy and Kindness. The City of Loveland is a diverse and welcoming community organization and our employees enjoy a competitive benefits program, various opportunities for growth and development, and an exceptional work-life balance. A vibrant community, surrounded by natural beauty, where you belong! Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes: Two (2) medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children) Employee Health & Wellness Center (self/family) Paid vacation, holidays, and medical leave Flexible spending including Dependent Care Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program Voluntary 529 College Invest program Personal and Professional Development opportunities Discounted recreation passes Employee recognition program Exceptional work-life balance Market based pay & regular performance reviews Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. City of Loveland job descriptions are designed to describe the general nature and level of work necessary to perform well in the job; they are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. City of Loveland job descriptions may be updated periodically, and additional activities, duties or responsibilities may be assigned by management as deemed appropriate. The City of Loveland provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. The City of Loveland participates in E-Verify. In accordance with E-Verify requirements, upon your date of hire the City of Loveland will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. E-Verify Notice of Participation . Learn more about your right to work . Visit E-Verify.gov for more information. This is a "safety sensitive" position - Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a driving record and criminal history background check. Selection process will comply with DOT regulations including post-offer drug screening and previous employer safety performance request.
City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available. Work Location: 5001 N COLUMBIA BLVD, PORTLAND OR 97203-2098 Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position. Union Representation: District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view labor agreements, current and future, please visit the Current City Labor Agreements page. Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and cover letter. About the Position: The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) Operations & Maintenance Group (O&MG) A core aspect of the Bureau of Environmental Services’ work is in operating and maintaining the sewer piping network and treatment system to meet NPDES Permit compliance. Within the Operations and Maintenance Group Wastewater Pumping and Treatment Maintenance Division, this critical work includes installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, automation, and instrumentation equipment at two large, complex wastewater treatment plants, 98 pump stations located throughout the City as well as the combined sewer overflow system. Instrument Techs operate at a journeyman level to safely install, maintain, document and repair electrical instrument systems. Cost-effective decisions regarding proper equipment installation, troubleshooting and modifications required are common and are key elements to the success of the technician’s ability to meet project schedules and keep process areas functioning as designed. Process areas must be operational in order to meet the City's discharge permit requirements. Instrument Tech duties include performing preventive and predictive maintenance on various types of instrumentation system to maintain reliability and meet permit requirements. To meet facility operational requirements, they install new equipment, respond to issues, troubleshoot and repair a variety of industrial instruments and precision process control systems. In addition, they participate in a call-out duty rotation for after-hours response. BES encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. What y ou’ll get to do: Sets up, installs, repairs, and calibrates various analytical, instrumentation, controls, and communication equipment; interprets and works from plans and/or develops sketches or designs for work, as appropriate. Performs a variety of programming, diagnostic, analytical, and documentation work involving programmable controllers and graphical-user (human-machine) interfaces for a variety of equipment, including but not limited to programmable logic controllers (PLCs), control panels, communication panels, distributed control systems, and pneumatic/hydraulic/instrumentation panels; research information as necessary to perform duties and maintain currency. Maintains existing process measurement and control instrumentation equipment and systems and related transmitting equipment and systems to ensure proper operation and service; performs preventive maintenance, service and repairs; inspects and tests equipment and systems; locates, reviews, reformats, converts and downloads existing control system programs; reconfigures the programs to accommodate system upgrades and other environmental changes; documents work. Designs, upgrades, installs, connects and tests new and repaired control and monitoring systems. Creates supporting documentation, i.e. P&IDs, loop drawings per ISA Standards. Creates new program database reports; downloads and manipulates data using standard office suite and drawing software. Reviews designs and the work of contractors to ensure safety and compliance with specifications and standards, evaluates and assesses the safety, operability, and condition of systems; ensures that repairs and installations operate properly. Maintains records, supplies and equipment; determines materials needed. Works with others to ensure quality customer service. As assigned, may train, guide and lead the work of others. Is responsible for appropriate safety precautions, i.e. lockout tagout, confined space entry. May be required to provide work review when acting as a lead. Designs, fabricates (exclusive of welding), installs and/or retrofits instrument stands, brackets, supports and panels that are intended for instruments, and related equipment. Designs, fabricates, installs and/or retrofits piping and tubing intended for but not restricted to instrument air, sample analysis, instrument hydraulics, signal/control, stilling wells, and related instrument systems. Performs related duties as assigned. About the Bureau of Environmental Services This is an exciting time to join the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). Collectively we are re-imagining the work we do to ensure it aligns with Our Values: We implement equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery. We value our customers and partners. We carefully manage our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources. We encourage leadership among our employees in our City and community. We support a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce. We urge respectful communication and transparency. We advance innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions. At BES, we value our customers and partners; Portlanders’ sense of connection to their waterways; conscientious stewardship of our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources; a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce; leadership among our employees and in our City and community; equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery; clear communication and transparency; innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions. BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities; and that desire to work collaboratively and creatively to broaden the variety of innovative ways to partner with and serve all Portland communities. To learn more about the work we do at BES, click on the link: www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/ Our BES 10-Year Strategic Plan can be found here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/75720 Questions?: Terrol Johnson Senior Recruiter terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and resume how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: Knowledge of tools, materials, processes, and techniques of precision instruments, process control equipment, and electronics including troubleshooting techniques.Skill in repairing, troubleshooting, maintaining, modifying, and installing precision instruments and process control equipment; maintaining, developing, and troubleshooting networking as well as other electronic equipment, electronics, and communications devices. Although not required, please also include experience with SCADA systems.Ability to perform layout and sketch designs for process control installations, modifications, and repairs.Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships and work constructively as part of a team and independently. Applicants must also possess: A State of Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrical license within six months of the time of hire. (A higher level/broader electrical license may be substituted) A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between March 4 , 2024 - Open Continuous Required Application Materials: Resume Cover Letter Optional Application Materials: Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) Application Tips: Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach materials not requested. All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of April 1, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%. Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of April 8, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD Step 6: Start Date: TBD A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 6/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 12, 2024
Full Time
The Position Job Appointment: Full-Time Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available. Work Location: 5001 N COLUMBIA BLVD, PORTLAND OR 97203-2098 Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position. Union Representation: District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view labor agreements, current and future, please visit the Current City Labor Agreements page. Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees. Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and cover letter. About the Position: The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) Operations & Maintenance Group (O&MG) A core aspect of the Bureau of Environmental Services’ work is in operating and maintaining the sewer piping network and treatment system to meet NPDES Permit compliance. Within the Operations and Maintenance Group Wastewater Pumping and Treatment Maintenance Division, this critical work includes installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, automation, and instrumentation equipment at two large, complex wastewater treatment plants, 98 pump stations located throughout the City as well as the combined sewer overflow system. Instrument Techs operate at a journeyman level to safely install, maintain, document and repair electrical instrument systems. Cost-effective decisions regarding proper equipment installation, troubleshooting and modifications required are common and are key elements to the success of the technician’s ability to meet project schedules and keep process areas functioning as designed. Process areas must be operational in order to meet the City's discharge permit requirements. Instrument Tech duties include performing preventive and predictive maintenance on various types of instrumentation system to maintain reliability and meet permit requirements. To meet facility operational requirements, they install new equipment, respond to issues, troubleshoot and repair a variety of industrial instruments and precision process control systems. In addition, they participate in a call-out duty rotation for after-hours response. BES encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. What y ou’ll get to do: Sets up, installs, repairs, and calibrates various analytical, instrumentation, controls, and communication equipment; interprets and works from plans and/or develops sketches or designs for work, as appropriate. Performs a variety of programming, diagnostic, analytical, and documentation work involving programmable controllers and graphical-user (human-machine) interfaces for a variety of equipment, including but not limited to programmable logic controllers (PLCs), control panels, communication panels, distributed control systems, and pneumatic/hydraulic/instrumentation panels; research information as necessary to perform duties and maintain currency. Maintains existing process measurement and control instrumentation equipment and systems and related transmitting equipment and systems to ensure proper operation and service; performs preventive maintenance, service and repairs; inspects and tests equipment and systems; locates, reviews, reformats, converts and downloads existing control system programs; reconfigures the programs to accommodate system upgrades and other environmental changes; documents work. Designs, upgrades, installs, connects and tests new and repaired control and monitoring systems. Creates supporting documentation, i.e. P&IDs, loop drawings per ISA Standards. Creates new program database reports; downloads and manipulates data using standard office suite and drawing software. Reviews designs and the work of contractors to ensure safety and compliance with specifications and standards, evaluates and assesses the safety, operability, and condition of systems; ensures that repairs and installations operate properly. Maintains records, supplies and equipment; determines materials needed. Works with others to ensure quality customer service. As assigned, may train, guide and lead the work of others. Is responsible for appropriate safety precautions, i.e. lockout tagout, confined space entry. May be required to provide work review when acting as a lead. Designs, fabricates (exclusive of welding), installs and/or retrofits instrument stands, brackets, supports and panels that are intended for instruments, and related equipment. Designs, fabricates, installs and/or retrofits piping and tubing intended for but not restricted to instrument air, sample analysis, instrument hydraulics, signal/control, stilling wells, and related instrument systems. Performs related duties as assigned. About the Bureau of Environmental Services This is an exciting time to join the Bureau of Environmental Services (BES). Collectively we are re-imagining the work we do to ensure it aligns with Our Values: We implement equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery. We value our customers and partners. We carefully manage our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources. We encourage leadership among our employees in our City and community. We support a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce. We urge respectful communication and transparency. We advance innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions. At BES, we value our customers and partners; Portlanders’ sense of connection to their waterways; conscientious stewardship of our watersheds, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure, and financial resources; a diverse, collaborative, healthy, and engaged workforce; leadership among our employees and in our City and community; equity in our workplace, business practices, and service delivery; clear communication and transparency; innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions. BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities; and that desire to work collaboratively and creatively to broaden the variety of innovative ways to partner with and serve all Portland communities. To learn more about the work we do at BES, click on the link: www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/ Our BES 10-Year Strategic Plan can be found here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/75720 Questions?: Terrol Johnson Senior Recruiter terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov To Qualify Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and resume how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: Knowledge of tools, materials, processes, and techniques of precision instruments, process control equipment, and electronics including troubleshooting techniques.Skill in repairing, troubleshooting, maintaining, modifying, and installing precision instruments and process control equipment; maintaining, developing, and troubleshooting networking as well as other electronic equipment, electronics, and communications devices. Although not required, please also include experience with SCADA systems.Ability to perform layout and sketch designs for process control installations, modifications, and repairs.Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective working relationships and work constructively as part of a team and independently. Applicants must also possess: A State of Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrical license within six months of the time of hire. (A higher level/broader electrical license may be substituted) A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire. The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between March 4 , 2024 - Open Continuous Required Application Materials: Resume Cover Letter Optional Application Materials: Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) Application Tips: Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience. Do not attach materials not requested. All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of April 1, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%. Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection. Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of April 8, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD Step 6: Start Date: TBD A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional Information Click here for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 6/3/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as process control, plant operations, construction, or in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment. Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Licenses and Certifications Required: Must obtain appropriate TCEQ License as specified by position within one (1) year of employment: Water Treatment Plant or Water Distribution Systems Facility: TCEQ Class D Water Operator License. Wastewater Treatment Plant or Wastewater Collection System Facility: TCEQ Class D Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License or Class I Collection System License. Must obtain the appropriate TCEQ Class C Water/Wastewater, Water Distribution or Class II Wastewater Collection System License before Class D License expires. May require a Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License with endorsements. Valid current Texas Class “C” Driver License. Must be able to become certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined-Space Entry Program within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification. Notes to Applicants Davis WTP is one of three Austin Water Treatment Plants that draw water from the Colorado River and treat it to drinking water quality. The water treatment process includes screening, disinfection, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, and filtration to ensure that citizens are provided with clean and safe water. Davis WTP processes 60 to 120 million gallons per day. This position is responsible for performing water treatment plant operations and maintenance task, which includes but is not limited to: Operations: process control, monitoring systems, managing chemical dosage in water basins, testing water samples, and recording and reporting water samples readings. Maintenance: performing mechanical work on plant equipment, such as preventative and scheduled maintenance, diagnostic and corrective maintenance, new equipment installation and equipment rebuilds. To learn more about what it means to be a Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate and the benefits of working for Austin Water, please click here for our informational brochure. For general information about a career as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant System Operator, click HERE . Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more - click HERE for more information. Additionally, this position offers a career progression plan, which provides a unique opportunity to promote without having to go through the competitive process. As employees go through on-the-job training to develop new skills and abilities and obtain the appropriate license, they are eligible to submit for Career Progression, which allows them to demonstrate knowledge and skills without having to interview for the promotion. Retention Incentive Bonus: This position may be eligible for an Incentive Bonus of up to $3,000! $500 after 90 days. $500 after 180 days. $1,000 after 1 year. $1,000 after 2 years. These positions will be filled at the following location: Davis Water Treatment Plant 3500 W. 35th Street, Austin, Texas 78731 Days and Hours: Required to rotate between working an 8-hour shift in Maintenance from 7:00AM to 3:30PM and working a 12-hour shift in Operations from 7:00AM to 7:00PM and/or 7:00PM to 7:00AM. Divisions have varying shifts, including days and nights. Shift hours are subject to change based on business needs. Work location and shift assignment for selected candidates will be determined based on business need and is subject to change. This position is considered essential and may be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime, callback, and on-call. Technical Licensure: This Associate position requires employees to obtain a Class D Water Operator License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ) within one (1) year of employment. TCEQ may restrict granting an occupational license to individuals with certain criminal convictions. To review TCEQ’s criminal conviction guidelines, go online to TCEQ . Driving Requirement: This position requires a valid current Texas Class “C” Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City’s Driver Record Evaluation Standards. Physical Requirements: This position will require that you be able to perform the following essential job functions with confidence and with or without reasonable accommodations: carrying or lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs., sitting, standing, walking, lying, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching overhead, kneeling, crawling, stooping/bending, twisting, repetitive foot and hand movement, driving, grasping and squeezing, ability to wear personal protective equipment including a self-contained breathing apparatus, exposure to extreme weather conditions, atmospheric conditions, hazardous conditions, and very loud noise. Selected candidate will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment physical exam to be considered for this position, which includes a Functional (FC) strength/agility test. Confined-Space Entry Requirements: Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres, or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee are hindered. Candidates must be able to qualify for the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program. Candidates must be clean shaven to meet the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program guidelines which requires the use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus ( SCBA ). Climbing Requirements: Candidates must be able to perform duties with confidence at sites where climbing heights of up to 50 feet is required on ladders that support weight as designated by work area. When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment and computer software used . A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $23.04 - $26.50 per hour Hours Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Maintenance) Sunday - Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (12-hour shifts - Operations) Required to rotate between working in Maintenance and Operations. This position is considered essential and may be required to work on weekends, holidays, overtime, callback, and on-call. Job Close Date 03/28/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Davis WTP: 3500 W. 35th Street, Austin, TX 78731 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience maintaining and repairing mechanical industrial equipment including hydraulic systems. Previous pumping distribution or water treatment experience in a municipal water system. Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System ( CMMS ) for work order and asset management, basic computer navigation skills, and the ability to learn new software applications. Training and/or experience in welding and the use of oxygen and acetylene torch (cutting, brazing, soldering, etc.). Knowledge of safety practices in the workplace including confined space entry, ladder climbing, water and boat safety, and hazardous chemicals. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Assists with process control tasks such as basic flow control, sampling, basic laboratory testing, normal operations of pumps and blowers, and adjusting chemical feeds. Assists with preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication; changing equipment oil/fluids; and installing packing, bearings, and seals. Assists with predictive and corrective maintenance on specialized equipment such as pumps, blowers, clarifiers, and valves. Assists with routine rounds of the facilities to monitor treatment process and identify process anomalies or mechanical problems with plant equipment. Monitors data from SCADA systems and computerized control systems, instrument panels, and gauges in order to make basic process changes as directed. Maintains plant operations and maintenance records using log books, databases, and spreadsheets. Acts as member of Confined Space Entry Team and may serve as entrant or assistant. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of general maintenance processes and procedures. Knowledge of basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimalized numbers, fractions, and percent. Skill in using computers and related software. Skill in using hand tools and power tools. Skill in operating a motor vehicle and motorized equipment. Ability to work in environments that may have hazardous atmospheres. Ability to climb ladders and work at heights of up to 200 feet, and to work in confined spaces up to 100 feet deep. Ability to work in permit and non-permit confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the work activities may be hindered. Ability to safely wear anti-fall ( SRL ) body harness for confined space entry that supports up to 283 pounds. Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, and lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures. Ability to take simple readings from meters, gauges, control panels, and testing and monitoring equipment. Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Water Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as process control, plant operations, construction, or in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment. Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * This position requires a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License. Do you have a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * This position will require that you be able to perform duties with confidence climbing ladders and working at heights of up to 200 feet and descending into confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of an SRL Body Harness, while lifting and/or carrying equipment or supplies unassisted. Are you able to meet these requirements and perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations? Yes No * Are you able to become certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined-Space Entry Program within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification? Yes No * This position will require flexibility to rotate between Operations and Maintenance duties including rotating between a 12 hour day shift and 12 hour night shift which will include weekends. If offered this position, are you willing to maintain this type of rotating schedule? Yes No * This position is categorized as "Essential Personnel". Essential Personnel are considered critical positions and may be required to work during emergencies outside of or in addition to the normal schedule. If offered the position, are you willing to work scheduled and unscheduled hours as mandated by the needs of the business? Yes No * Which of the following best describes your Water License issued by TCEQ? I have a Class "D" Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "C" Surface Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "B" Surface Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "C" Water Distribution License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "B" Water Distribution License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "A" Water Treatment License issued by TCEQ I do not have a TCEQ License. * Do you have previous pumping distribution or water treatment experience in a municipal water system? Yes No * Which of the following best describes your experience with process control or plant operations? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * How many years of experience do you have in maintenance of industrial or mechanical equipment, such as pumps, motors, boilers, blowers, and air compressors? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years Five (5) or more years * How many years of experience do you have repairing and maintaining hydraulic equipment? None Less than 1 year 1 to less than 2 years 2 to less than 3 years 3 to less than 4 years 4 or more years * Select the skill level that best describes your proficiency with computers. No experience or not proficient Basic proficiency with computers Intermediate proficiency with computers Advanced proficiency with computers * How many years of experience do you have in welding and metal fabrication? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Mar 14, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as process control, plant operations, construction, or in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment. Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Licenses and Certifications Required: Must obtain appropriate TCEQ License as specified by position within one (1) year of employment: Water Treatment Plant or Water Distribution Systems Facility: TCEQ Class D Water Operator License. Wastewater Treatment Plant or Wastewater Collection System Facility: TCEQ Class D Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator License or Class I Collection System License. Must obtain the appropriate TCEQ Class C Water/Wastewater, Water Distribution or Class II Wastewater Collection System License before Class D License expires. May require a Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License with endorsements. Valid current Texas Class “C” Driver License. Must be able to become certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined-Space Entry Program within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification. Notes to Applicants Davis WTP is one of three Austin Water Treatment Plants that draw water from the Colorado River and treat it to drinking water quality. The water treatment process includes screening, disinfection, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, and filtration to ensure that citizens are provided with clean and safe water. Davis WTP processes 60 to 120 million gallons per day. This position is responsible for performing water treatment plant operations and maintenance task, which includes but is not limited to: Operations: process control, monitoring systems, managing chemical dosage in water basins, testing water samples, and recording and reporting water samples readings. Maintenance: performing mechanical work on plant equipment, such as preventative and scheduled maintenance, diagnostic and corrective maintenance, new equipment installation and equipment rebuilds. To learn more about what it means to be a Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate and the benefits of working for Austin Water, please click here for our informational brochure. For general information about a career as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant System Operator, click HERE . Working with Austin Water provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more - click HERE for more information. Additionally, this position offers a career progression plan, which provides a unique opportunity to promote without having to go through the competitive process. As employees go through on-the-job training to develop new skills and abilities and obtain the appropriate license, they are eligible to submit for Career Progression, which allows them to demonstrate knowledge and skills without having to interview for the promotion. Retention Incentive Bonus: This position may be eligible for an Incentive Bonus of up to $3,000! $500 after 90 days. $500 after 180 days. $1,000 after 1 year. $1,000 after 2 years. These positions will be filled at the following location: Davis Water Treatment Plant 3500 W. 35th Street, Austin, Texas 78731 Days and Hours: Required to rotate between working an 8-hour shift in Maintenance from 7:00AM to 3:30PM and working a 12-hour shift in Operations from 7:00AM to 7:00PM and/or 7:00PM to 7:00AM. Divisions have varying shifts, including days and nights. Shift hours are subject to change based on business needs. Work location and shift assignment for selected candidates will be determined based on business need and is subject to change. This position is considered essential and may be required to work weekends, holidays, overtime, callback, and on-call. Technical Licensure: This Associate position requires employees to obtain a Class D Water Operator License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ) within one (1) year of employment. TCEQ may restrict granting an occupational license to individuals with certain criminal convictions. To review TCEQ’s criminal conviction guidelines, go online to TCEQ . Driving Requirement: This position requires a valid current Texas Class “C” Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City’s Driver Record Evaluation Standards. Physical Requirements: This position will require that you be able to perform the following essential job functions with confidence and with or without reasonable accommodations: carrying or lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs., sitting, standing, walking, lying, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching overhead, kneeling, crawling, stooping/bending, twisting, repetitive foot and hand movement, driving, grasping and squeezing, ability to wear personal protective equipment including a self-contained breathing apparatus, exposure to extreme weather conditions, atmospheric conditions, hazardous conditions, and very loud noise. Selected candidate will be required to complete and pass a pre-employment physical exam to be considered for this position, which includes a Functional (FC) strength/agility test. Confined-Space Entry Requirements: Candidates must be able to work in environments which may have hazardous atmospheres, or in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the activities of an employee are hindered. Candidates must be able to qualify for the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program. Candidates must be clean shaven to meet the Utility’s Respiratory Protection Program guidelines which requires the use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus ( SCBA ). Climbing Requirements: Candidates must be able to perform duties with confidence at sites where climbing heights of up to 50 feet is required on ladders that support weight as designated by work area. When completing the City of Austin employment application: Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications. Provide each job title and accurate employment dates for all jobs included on the application. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment and computer software used . A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. If you are selected as a top candidate: Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution. And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date. All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Pay Range $23.04 - $26.50 per hour Hours Monday - Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Maintenance) Sunday - Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. (12-hour shifts - Operations) Required to rotate between working in Maintenance and Operations. This position is considered essential and may be required to work on weekends, holidays, overtime, callback, and on-call. Job Close Date 03/28/2024 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Davis WTP: 3500 W. 35th Street, Austin, TX 78731 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience maintaining and repairing mechanical industrial equipment including hydraulic systems. Previous pumping distribution or water treatment experience in a municipal water system. Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management System ( CMMS ) for work order and asset management, basic computer navigation skills, and the ability to learn new software applications. Training and/or experience in welding and the use of oxygen and acetylene torch (cutting, brazing, soldering, etc.). Knowledge of safety practices in the workplace including confined space entry, ladder climbing, water and boat safety, and hazardous chemicals. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Assists with process control tasks such as basic flow control, sampling, basic laboratory testing, normal operations of pumps and blowers, and adjusting chemical feeds. Assists with preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication; changing equipment oil/fluids; and installing packing, bearings, and seals. Assists with predictive and corrective maintenance on specialized equipment such as pumps, blowers, clarifiers, and valves. Assists with routine rounds of the facilities to monitor treatment process and identify process anomalies or mechanical problems with plant equipment. Monitors data from SCADA systems and computerized control systems, instrument panels, and gauges in order to make basic process changes as directed. Maintains plant operations and maintenance records using log books, databases, and spreadsheets. Acts as member of Confined Space Entry Team and may serve as entrant or assistant. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of general maintenance processes and procedures. Knowledge of basic math including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, decimalized numbers, fractions, and percent. Skill in using computers and related software. Skill in using hand tools and power tools. Skill in operating a motor vehicle and motorized equipment. Ability to work in environments that may have hazardous atmospheres. Ability to climb ladders and work at heights of up to 200 feet, and to work in confined spaces up to 100 feet deep. Ability to work in permit and non-permit confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means for entry and exit, or where the work activities may be hindered. Ability to safely wear anti-fall ( SRL ) body harness for confined space entry that supports up to 283 pounds. Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, and lift/carry up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures. Ability to take simple readings from meters, gauges, control panels, and testing and monitoring equipment. Ability to meet and maintain driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Water Treatment Operations & Maintenance Technician Associate position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus one (1) year of experience in a similar work environment such as process control, plant operations, construction, or in the operation, repair and maintenance of mechanical or industrial equipment. Thirty (30) semester hours of relevant formal education from an accredited institute may substitute for one (1) year of work experience. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * This position requires a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License. Do you have a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid current Texas Class "C" Driver License by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * This position will require that you be able to perform duties with confidence climbing ladders and working at heights of up to 200 feet and descending into confined spaces up to 100 feet deep with the use of an SRL Body Harness, while lifting and/or carrying equipment or supplies unassisted. Are you able to meet these requirements and perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations? Yes No * Are you able to become certified for Respiratory Protection and Confined-Space Entry Program within six (6) months of employment and maintain certification? Yes No * This position will require flexibility to rotate between Operations and Maintenance duties including rotating between a 12 hour day shift and 12 hour night shift which will include weekends. If offered this position, are you willing to maintain this type of rotating schedule? Yes No * This position is categorized as "Essential Personnel". Essential Personnel are considered critical positions and may be required to work during emergencies outside of or in addition to the normal schedule. If offered the position, are you willing to work scheduled and unscheduled hours as mandated by the needs of the business? Yes No * Which of the following best describes your Water License issued by TCEQ? I have a Class "D" Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "C" Surface Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "B" Surface Water License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "C" Water Distribution License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "B" Water Distribution License issued by TCEQ I have a Class "A" Water Treatment License issued by TCEQ I do not have a TCEQ License. * Do you have previous pumping distribution or water treatment experience in a municipal water system? Yes No * Which of the following best describes your experience with process control or plant operations? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * How many years of experience do you have in maintenance of industrial or mechanical equipment, such as pumps, motors, boilers, blowers, and air compressors? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years Five (5) or more years * How many years of experience do you have repairing and maintaining hydraulic equipment? None Less than 1 year 1 to less than 2 years 2 to less than 3 years 3 to less than 4 years 4 or more years * Select the skill level that best describes your proficiency with computers. No experience or not proficient Basic proficiency with computers Intermediate proficiency with computers Advanced proficiency with computers * How many years of experience do you have in welding and metal fabrication? None Less than one (1) year One (1) to three (3) years Three (3) to five (5) years More than five (5) years * Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Irvine Ranch Water District, CA
Irvine, California, United States
General Description The Irvine Ranch Water District is currently accepting applications for a W ater Maintenance Technician I in our Field Services Department. 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. The Position Under direct supervision, water maintenance technicians perform a variety of miscellaneous support to Operations and Maintenance groups. May be required to participate in the District standby program as a primary responder and/or adhere to scheduled or unscheduled overtime. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level position in the Water Maintenance Technician series. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the higher level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Summary of Duties Perform appropriate maintenance, installation, repair, modification or fabrication of various District pipelines and systems per District specifications. Routinely required to work in the streets and provide own traffic control, according to District safety standards. Drive, operate, and maintain equipment, tools, and vehicles. Assume role of District representative to communicate with customers affected by scheduled work. Provide equipment and maintenance support to other departments. Comply with District Dechlorination Procedures. Ensure job site is left safe and clean. Work in permit and non-permit required confined space and rescue operations environment. Comply with District safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Read and interpret blueprints, maps, atlases, District Specification Book and Safety Data Sheets (SDS). Other related duties as assigned. You may be assigned to different areas within the Field Services department: Primary Responder, U.S.A, or Leak Detection. If assigned as Primary Responder: Obtain encroachment permits for maintenance crews, generate a permanent paving list for paving contractor, and contact Underground Service Alert (U.S.A.). Coordinate water system maintenance projects with City, County, and State agencies and U.S.A. Ability to make determination for leak repair responsibility (District or Customer). Respond to customer calls related to water systems leaks and maintenance, investigate issues and inform customer of findings. If assigned to USA: Meet with contractors doing excavation and mark location of District facilities. Research location as needed. Maintain location log and file U.S.A. tickets, damage reports, and photos. Advise contractor about location requirements. If assigned to Leak Detection: Make minor repairs to customer services, replace meter boxes and lids, and isolate damaged facilities for subsequent repairs. Ability to make determination for leak repair responsibility (District or Customer) Use and maintain electronic equipment. Perform leak detection monitoring of water system facilities to pinpoint points of water loss. Qualifications Education: High school graduation or equivalent is required. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Experience: One year of experience in water related maintenance, construction, installation or repair is required. Familiarity with hand and power tools. Licenses / Certifications: Valid California Class C driver's license is required. State Water Resources Control Board Grade 1 Water Distribution Certification required. Forklift certification and Cla-Val certificate desired. Crane Truck certification desired. Additional Information 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. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management and vendors. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with customers, outside contractors and agency officials. 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 and divide. Ability to calculate cubic yards and square footage, and convert water equivalents. Technology Ability Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel). Keyboarding abilities sufficient to perform the job. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis and up to 90 lbs. with assistance. Must be certified annually to wear respiratory equipment. Must be clean-shaven such that facial hair does not interfere with the fit of a tight-fitting respirator. Ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, twisting and pulling. Ability to operate equipment and machinery with some operations requiring complex and rapid adjustments. Ability to work in a confined space environment and in underground and high locations. Environmental Adaptability Ability to work under sometimes uncomfortable conditions with exposure to environmental factors such as toxic agents, wildlife, disease, equipment, high-speed 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: 3/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
General Description The Irvine Ranch Water District is currently accepting applications for a W ater Maintenance Technician I in our Field Services Department. 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. The Position Under direct supervision, water maintenance technicians perform a variety of miscellaneous support to Operations and Maintenance groups. May be required to participate in the District standby program as a primary responder and/or adhere to scheduled or unscheduled overtime. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level position in the Water Maintenance Technician series. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the higher level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Summary of Duties Perform appropriate maintenance, installation, repair, modification or fabrication of various District pipelines and systems per District specifications. Routinely required to work in the streets and provide own traffic control, according to District safety standards. Drive, operate, and maintain equipment, tools, and vehicles. Assume role of District representative to communicate with customers affected by scheduled work. Provide equipment and maintenance support to other departments. Comply with District Dechlorination Procedures. Ensure job site is left safe and clean. Work in permit and non-permit required confined space and rescue operations environment. Comply with District safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Read and interpret blueprints, maps, atlases, District Specification Book and Safety Data Sheets (SDS). Other related duties as assigned. You may be assigned to different areas within the Field Services department: Primary Responder, U.S.A, or Leak Detection. If assigned as Primary Responder: Obtain encroachment permits for maintenance crews, generate a permanent paving list for paving contractor, and contact Underground Service Alert (U.S.A.). Coordinate water system maintenance projects with City, County, and State agencies and U.S.A. Ability to make determination for leak repair responsibility (District or Customer). Respond to customer calls related to water systems leaks and maintenance, investigate issues and inform customer of findings. If assigned to USA: Meet with contractors doing excavation and mark location of District facilities. Research location as needed. Maintain location log and file U.S.A. tickets, damage reports, and photos. Advise contractor about location requirements. If assigned to Leak Detection: Make minor repairs to customer services, replace meter boxes and lids, and isolate damaged facilities for subsequent repairs. Ability to make determination for leak repair responsibility (District or Customer) Use and maintain electronic equipment. Perform leak detection monitoring of water system facilities to pinpoint points of water loss. Qualifications Education: High school graduation or equivalent is required. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Experience: One year of experience in water related maintenance, construction, installation or repair is required. Familiarity with hand and power tools. Licenses / Certifications: Valid California Class C driver's license is required. State Water Resources Control Board Grade 1 Water Distribution Certification required. Forklift certification and Cla-Val certificate desired. Crane Truck certification desired. Additional Information 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. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management and vendors. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with customers, outside contractors and agency officials. 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 and divide. Ability to calculate cubic yards and square footage, and convert water equivalents. Technology Ability Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel). Keyboarding abilities sufficient to perform the job. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis and up to 90 lbs. with assistance. Must be certified annually to wear respiratory equipment. Must be clean-shaven such that facial hair does not interfere with the fit of a tight-fitting respirator. Ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, twisting and pulling. Ability to operate equipment and machinery with some operations requiring complex and rapid adjustments. Ability to work in a confined space environment and in underground and high locations. Environmental Adaptability Ability to work under sometimes uncomfortable conditions with exposure to environmental factors such as toxic agents, wildlife, disease, equipment, high-speed 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: 3/31/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
City of Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, United States
The Position Are you service-minded with strong facilitation, reporting, analytical and writing skills? Are you seeking to apply your knowledge and expertise toward meaningful work? Would you like to obtain your Limited Maintenance Electrical License and have experience working for the City of Portland? If so , this may be a rewarding opportunity to support the needs of the Bureau of Environmental Services as an Instrument Technician. The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) Operations & Maintenance Group (O&MG) A core aspect of the Bureau of Environmental Services’ work is in operating and maintaining the sewer piping network and treatment system to meet NPDES Permit compliance. Within the Operations and Maintenance Group Wastewater Pumping and Treatment Maintenance Division, this critical work includes installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, automation, and instrumentation equipment at two large, complex wastewater treatment plants, 98 pump stations located throughout the City as well as the combined sewer overflow system. Instrument Techs operate at a journeyman level to safely install, maintain, document and repair electrical instrument systems. Cost-effective decisions regarding proper equipment installation, troubleshooting and modifications required are common and are key elements to the success of the technician’s ability to meet project schedules and keep process areas functioning as designed. Instrument Tech duties include performing preventive and predictive maintenance on various types of instrumentation system to maintain reliability and meet permit requirements. To meet facility operational requirements, they install new equipment, respond to issues, troubleshoot and repair a variety of industrial instruments and precision process control systems. In addition, they participate in a call-out duty rotation for after-hours response. The apprentice level of this class typically assists with and learns to perform the full range of Instrument Technician tasks under the instruction of a journey Instrument Technician and as active participant in Apprenticeship Program. The apprenticeship program is a structured 4,000-hour program involving classroom instruction plus on-the-job training and work performance. Training progress is subject to review by a training and apprenticeship committee. Upon successful completion of the prescribed training program and acquiring the required license, apprentices will be eligible for appointment as an Instrument Technician. What you’ll get to do: Work under the direction of a journey-level Instrument Technician and/or Electrician and assisting in performing a variety of skilled instrument and process control work while also obtaining the required training to get the Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrical license. Instrument technician duties include performing preventive and predictive maintenance on various types of industrial instrumentation and automation systems to maintain reliability. To meet facility operational requirements, an Instrument Technician installs new equipment, responds to issues, troubleshoots and repairs a variety of industrial instruments and precision process control systems. Typical tools of the trade used include precision hand tools, power tools, and precision calibration tools. The work completed by this position will be critical for successful operations of the treatment plant. Below are some common tasks of the Instrument Technician, Apprentice: Assists in set up, installation, and calibration of various analytical and communication equipment and instrumentation. Interprets and works from plans and/or develops sketches or designs for work, as appropriate. Participates in performing a variety of programming, diagnostic, analytical, and documentation work involving programmable controllers and graphical-user (human machine) interfaces for a variety of equipment, including but not limited to programmable logic controllers (PLCs), control panels, communications panels, distributed control systems, and pneumatic/hydraulic/instrumentation panels; research information as necessary to perform duties and maintain currency. Works to maintain and repair existing process measurement and control instrumentation equipment and systems and related transmitting equipment and systems to ensure proper operation and service. Assists in performing preventive maintenance, service and repairs Contributes in reconfiguring the programs to accommodate system upgrades and other environmental changes; documents work. Participates in designing, upgrading, installing, connecting and testing new and repaired control and monitoring systems. Collaborates to create supporting documentation, i.e., P&IDs, loop drawings per ISA Standards, Instrument Specification Sheets, etc. Assists in evaluating and assessing the safety, operability, and condition of systems; assists in ensuring that repairs and installations operate properly. Maintains records, supplies and equipment; assists in determining materials needed. Works with others to ensure quality customer service. Responsible for appropriate safety precautions Assists with designing, fabricating (exclusive of welding), installing and/or retrofitting instrument equipment and certain piping and tubing. The Ideal Candidate will have: Exposure to analytical instrumentation Process control experience and calibration Associate degree in instrumentation or equivalent vocational Certificate of Completion and or equivalent. Past experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. The position will sit at the Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant located in North Portland but be expected to travel to the Tryon Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant located at Lake Oswego and any of the other 100 pump stations/facilities owned and operated by the O&M Group. About the Bureau of Environmental Services BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities; and that desire to work collaboratively and creatively to broaden the variety of innovative ways to partner with and serve all Portland communities. To learn more about the work we do at BES, click on the link: www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/ Our BES 10-Year Strategic Plan can be found here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/75720 This classification is represented by The District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please go to https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements and click on the appropriate link. A pplicants start at the entry salary rate. If you are a DCTU represented employee, see labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative City of Portland Core Values: Anti-racism | Communication | Collaboration | Equity | Transparency | Fiscal Responsibility These values guide our actions as we serve the community and engage our workforce. To learn more about the City's core values, please click here . Why work at the City of Portland? The City of Portland workforce serves a population of over 650,000. We are culture- and solutions-driven, viewing every challenge as an opportunity to learn, improve, and share our expertise. We are committed to removing systemic barriers to resources, access, and opportunity. The City is a believer in ALL people and continues to actively recruit and retain diverse top talent every day. We offer a comprehensive benefits package , including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, healthcare flexible and/or dependent care spending accounts, Carrot Fertility, basic life, short- and long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. If you are open-minded, motivated, community-focused, and self-aware, please apply yourself at the City of Portland today. Work Location This position will report in person. City Council approved a human resources administrative rule in January 2023, HRAR - 4.045 , requiring employees, including those who are fully remote and hybrid, to perform work within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this posting: Ability to understand and follow oral and simple written instructionsExperience establishing and maintaining effective working relationshipsAbility to learn and apply safe work practicesExperience writing legibly and filling out simple forms with training Preferred Qualification(s): Knowledge of basic instrumentation Applicants must also possess: The ability to be a high school graduate or possess a GED Equivalency Certificate at time of hire . Ability to register as a PCC student. https://www.pcc.edu/programs/apprenticeship/se-admin/ A valid state’s driver’s license and acceptable driving record at time of hire . Ability to pass the Physical Capabilities Test after an offer of employment has been made and accepted. Ability to pass pre-employment physical examination after an offer of employment has been made and accepted. The Recruitment Process A qualifying review includes a review of each applicant’s yes/no responses to the minimum qualifications in the Supplemental Questions. Those candidates passing this review will have their work experience, education and certificates/licenses and responses to the minimum qualifications in Supplemental Questions No. 13 and 14 evaluated, weighted 100%. Only those candidates passing the work experience, education, certificates/license and Supplemental Application review for minimum qualifications will be placed on an equally ranked list. You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to final selection and/or establishment of the eligible list. Recruitment Activity Schedule: Posting Closes: 04/29/24 Applications Reviewed: week of 4/29/24 1st Eligible List: week of 2/26/2024 and every thirty days until filled Selection Phase Begins: TBD *Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. Do not attach materials not requested. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Additional Information Applicants MUST FOLLOW the process below and submit the following application materials to be considered for this position. Failure to submit the required application materials will result in elimination from further consideration: A COMPLETED Resume or Work Experience document. This document should contain information about work experience, education, certifications and licenses. Please note, a cover letter is NOT required for this recruitment. A resume or work experience document should be attached. Submit responses to the minimum qualification Supplemental Questions: Read and complete the yes / no minimum qualification Supplemental Questions 3- 12. Provide written responses to the minimum qualification Supplemental Questions 13-14. Failure to respond to this minimum qualification questions (13-14) will result in elimination from further consideration. Work Status: Non-citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Veterans' Preference: If you are requesting Veterans' Preference, attach a copy of your DD214/DD215 and/or Veterans Administration letter stating your disability to your profile, as well as checking the box identifying yourself as a Veteran. You must request Veterans' Preference AND include a copy of your documentation for each recruitment to which you apply. Veterans' Preference documentation must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on the closing date of this recruitment. ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations: If you identify as a person with a disability, are pregnant or nursing, or observe a religious practice(s), and would like to request a reasonable accommodation when applying for this job, please contact the Recruiter below for assistance. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply. Language Pay Differential: City of Portland employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English, may be eligible to receive a “language pay differential.” This is compensation for qualifying multilingual City employees who use their language skill to assist the community. More about the language pay differential can be found here. Did you know? The City of Portland offers "How to Apply Classes" that are free and review best practices for applying to the City. Follow the link for the most recent list of scheduled dates: https://www.portland.gov/bhr/events . Overview of the Apprentice Program This is a 4000-hour (approximately 2 years) program that provides apprentices with the knowledge and skills required to be a journey Limited Maintenance Electrician, working as a Instrument Technician, through a combination of on-the-job and outside classroom training. In addition to the 4000 hours of on-the-job training, 288 hours of related classroom training is required. The Apprentices' skill development is assessed throughout the program and raises are based on progress in the program. Apprentice will be attending classroom training at Portland Community College Swan Island Trades Center. Each apprentice will be required to enroll as student with PCC and pass any required math testing administered by the college. There is a process in place for reviewing credit for previous education, work experience, and training which may shorten the actual length of your apprenticeship program. They will also be required to submit monthly job reports to verify training is on-track with the program adjectives. Classroom training is held on weekday evenings and some Saturdays. Attendance is required for classroom training. Pay advances for the apprenticeship are determined by the TAC (Training and Apprenticeship Committee) at PCC. All applicants must review the PCC website associated with this job posting. The PCC apprenticeship website is https://www.pcc.edu/programs/apprenticeship/se-admin/ The approximately 4000 hours of On-The-Job Training are in the following areas: Work Process Motors and generators (500 Hours) Assembly and testingRepair and maintenanceInternal and external connections to change direction of rotation and speed, and for a change of supply of voltageMotor settings, drives, pulleys, gears, coupling devicesRelated mechanical equipment: Traction units, cranes, winches, hoistIn place motor cleaning, (100 hours maximum credit) Controls (1000 hours) Manual and automatic, including magnetic and solid state Trouble shooting (1000 hours) Power Distribution (500 hours) Inside and outside, high and low voltage distribution systems, maintenance and replacement Lighting (500 hours) Electrical and oriented drawings (100 hours) The remaining time is necessary to complete the apprenticeship program shall be applied according to the apprentice’s training needs by the apprenticeship committee and the employer The 288 hours of classroom related training is in the following areas: Course Hours Electricity and electronics 36 Fundamental mechanical principles 36 Mathematics of the trade 18 Instrumentation and controls 18 Federal, state and local electrical laws, codes and rules 140 Blueprint reading, electrical drawings and pictorial, block, one-line and schematic diagrams 36 Industrial electrical safety: A certified CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) course of the committee’s choice 4 Questions? Terrol Johnson, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov An Equal Opportunity Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 4/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
The Position Are you service-minded with strong facilitation, reporting, analytical and writing skills? Are you seeking to apply your knowledge and expertise toward meaningful work? Would you like to obtain your Limited Maintenance Electrical License and have experience working for the City of Portland? If so , this may be a rewarding opportunity to support the needs of the Bureau of Environmental Services as an Instrument Technician. The City of Portland Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) Operations & Maintenance Group (O&MG) A core aspect of the Bureau of Environmental Services’ work is in operating and maintaining the sewer piping network and treatment system to meet NPDES Permit compliance. Within the Operations and Maintenance Group Wastewater Pumping and Treatment Maintenance Division, this critical work includes installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, automation, and instrumentation equipment at two large, complex wastewater treatment plants, 98 pump stations located throughout the City as well as the combined sewer overflow system. Instrument Techs operate at a journeyman level to safely install, maintain, document and repair electrical instrument systems. Cost-effective decisions regarding proper equipment installation, troubleshooting and modifications required are common and are key elements to the success of the technician’s ability to meet project schedules and keep process areas functioning as designed. Instrument Tech duties include performing preventive and predictive maintenance on various types of instrumentation system to maintain reliability and meet permit requirements. To meet facility operational requirements, they install new equipment, respond to issues, troubleshoot and repair a variety of industrial instruments and precision process control systems. In addition, they participate in a call-out duty rotation for after-hours response. The apprentice level of this class typically assists with and learns to perform the full range of Instrument Technician tasks under the instruction of a journey Instrument Technician and as active participant in Apprenticeship Program. The apprenticeship program is a structured 4,000-hour program involving classroom instruction plus on-the-job training and work performance. Training progress is subject to review by a training and apprenticeship committee. Upon successful completion of the prescribed training program and acquiring the required license, apprentices will be eligible for appointment as an Instrument Technician. What you’ll get to do: Work under the direction of a journey-level Instrument Technician and/or Electrician and assisting in performing a variety of skilled instrument and process control work while also obtaining the required training to get the Oregon Limited Maintenance Electrical license. Instrument technician duties include performing preventive and predictive maintenance on various types of industrial instrumentation and automation systems to maintain reliability. To meet facility operational requirements, an Instrument Technician installs new equipment, responds to issues, troubleshoots and repairs a variety of industrial instruments and precision process control systems. Typical tools of the trade used include precision hand tools, power tools, and precision calibration tools. The work completed by this position will be critical for successful operations of the treatment plant. Below are some common tasks of the Instrument Technician, Apprentice: Assists in set up, installation, and calibration of various analytical and communication equipment and instrumentation. Interprets and works from plans and/or develops sketches or designs for work, as appropriate. Participates in performing a variety of programming, diagnostic, analytical, and documentation work involving programmable controllers and graphical-user (human machine) interfaces for a variety of equipment, including but not limited to programmable logic controllers (PLCs), control panels, communications panels, distributed control systems, and pneumatic/hydraulic/instrumentation panels; research information as necessary to perform duties and maintain currency. Works to maintain and repair existing process measurement and control instrumentation equipment and systems and related transmitting equipment and systems to ensure proper operation and service. Assists in performing preventive maintenance, service and repairs Contributes in reconfiguring the programs to accommodate system upgrades and other environmental changes; documents work. Participates in designing, upgrading, installing, connecting and testing new and repaired control and monitoring systems. Collaborates to create supporting documentation, i.e., P&IDs, loop drawings per ISA Standards, Instrument Specification Sheets, etc. Assists in evaluating and assessing the safety, operability, and condition of systems; assists in ensuring that repairs and installations operate properly. Maintains records, supplies and equipment; assists in determining materials needed. Works with others to ensure quality customer service. Responsible for appropriate safety precautions Assists with designing, fabricating (exclusive of welding), installing and/or retrofitting instrument equipment and certain piping and tubing. The Ideal Candidate will have: Exposure to analytical instrumentation Process control experience and calibration Associate degree in instrumentation or equivalent vocational Certificate of Completion and or equivalent. Past experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. The position will sit at the Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant located in North Portland but be expected to travel to the Tryon Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant located at Lake Oswego and any of the other 100 pump stations/facilities owned and operated by the O&M Group. About the Bureau of Environmental Services BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds with knowledge, ability, and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities; and that desire to work collaboratively and creatively to broaden the variety of innovative ways to partner with and serve all Portland communities. To learn more about the work we do at BES, click on the link: www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/ Our BES 10-Year Strategic Plan can be found here: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/bes/75720 This classification is represented by The District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU). To view this labor agreement, please go to https://www.portland.gov/bhr/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor-agreements and click on the appropriate link. A pplicants start at the entry salary rate. If you are a DCTU represented employee, see labor agreement for additional information or talk to your union representative City of Portland Core Values: Anti-racism | Communication | Collaboration | Equity | Transparency | Fiscal Responsibility These values guide our actions as we serve the community and engage our workforce. To learn more about the City's core values, please click here . Why work at the City of Portland? The City of Portland workforce serves a population of over 650,000. We are culture- and solutions-driven, viewing every challenge as an opportunity to learn, improve, and share our expertise. We are committed to removing systemic barriers to resources, access, and opportunity. The City is a believer in ALL people and continues to actively recruit and retain diverse top talent every day. We offer a comprehensive benefits package , including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, healthcare flexible and/or dependent care spending accounts, Carrot Fertility, basic life, short- and long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. If you are open-minded, motivated, community-focused, and self-aware, please apply yourself at the City of Portland today. Work Location This position will report in person. City Council approved a human resources administrative rule in January 2023, HRAR - 4.045 , requiring employees, including those who are fully remote and hybrid, to perform work within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here . To Qualify The following minimum qualifications are required for this posting: Ability to understand and follow oral and simple written instructionsExperience establishing and maintaining effective working relationshipsAbility to learn and apply safe work practicesExperience writing legibly and filling out simple forms with training Preferred Qualification(s): Knowledge of basic instrumentation Applicants must also possess: The ability to be a high school graduate or possess a GED Equivalency Certificate at time of hire . Ability to register as a PCC student. https://www.pcc.edu/programs/apprenticeship/se-admin/ A valid state’s driver’s license and acceptable driving record at time of hire . Ability to pass the Physical Capabilities Test after an offer of employment has been made and accepted. Ability to pass pre-employment physical examination after an offer of employment has been made and accepted. The Recruitment Process A qualifying review includes a review of each applicant’s yes/no responses to the minimum qualifications in the Supplemental Questions. Those candidates passing this review will have their work experience, education and certificates/licenses and responses to the minimum qualifications in Supplemental Questions No. 13 and 14 evaluated, weighted 100%. Only those candidates passing the work experience, education, certificates/license and Supplemental Application review for minimum qualifications will be placed on an equally ranked list. You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to final selection and/or establishment of the eligible list. Recruitment Activity Schedule: Posting Closes: 04/29/24 Applications Reviewed: week of 4/29/24 1st Eligible List: week of 2/26/2024 and every thirty days until filled Selection Phase Begins: TBD *Timeline is approximate and subject to change. Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment. All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. Do not attach materials not requested. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. Additional Information Applicants MUST FOLLOW the process below and submit the following application materials to be considered for this position. Failure to submit the required application materials will result in elimination from further consideration: A COMPLETED Resume or Work Experience document. This document should contain information about work experience, education, certifications and licenses. Please note, a cover letter is NOT required for this recruitment. A resume or work experience document should be attached. Submit responses to the minimum qualification Supplemental Questions: Read and complete the yes / no minimum qualification Supplemental Questions 3- 12. Provide written responses to the minimum qualification Supplemental Questions 13-14. Failure to respond to this minimum qualification questions (13-14) will result in elimination from further consideration. Work Status: Non-citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Veterans' Preference: If you are requesting Veterans' Preference, attach a copy of your DD214/DD215 and/or Veterans Administration letter stating your disability to your profile, as well as checking the box identifying yourself as a Veteran. You must request Veterans' Preference AND include a copy of your documentation for each recruitment to which you apply. Veterans' Preference documentation must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on the closing date of this recruitment. ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations: If you identify as a person with a disability, are pregnant or nursing, or observe a religious practice(s), and would like to request a reasonable accommodation when applying for this job, please contact the Recruiter below for assistance. Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply. Language Pay Differential: City of Portland employees who speak one or more languages in addition to English, may be eligible to receive a “language pay differential.” This is compensation for qualifying multilingual City employees who use their language skill to assist the community. More about the language pay differential can be found here. Did you know? The City of Portland offers "How to Apply Classes" that are free and review best practices for applying to the City. Follow the link for the most recent list of scheduled dates: https://www.portland.gov/bhr/events . Overview of the Apprentice Program This is a 4000-hour (approximately 2 years) program that provides apprentices with the knowledge and skills required to be a journey Limited Maintenance Electrician, working as a Instrument Technician, through a combination of on-the-job and outside classroom training. In addition to the 4000 hours of on-the-job training, 288 hours of related classroom training is required. The Apprentices' skill development is assessed throughout the program and raises are based on progress in the program. Apprentice will be attending classroom training at Portland Community College Swan Island Trades Center. Each apprentice will be required to enroll as student with PCC and pass any required math testing administered by the college. There is a process in place for reviewing credit for previous education, work experience, and training which may shorten the actual length of your apprenticeship program. They will also be required to submit monthly job reports to verify training is on-track with the program adjectives. Classroom training is held on weekday evenings and some Saturdays. Attendance is required for classroom training. Pay advances for the apprenticeship are determined by the TAC (Training and Apprenticeship Committee) at PCC. All applicants must review the PCC website associated with this job posting. The PCC apprenticeship website is https://www.pcc.edu/programs/apprenticeship/se-admin/ The approximately 4000 hours of On-The-Job Training are in the following areas: Work Process Motors and generators (500 Hours) Assembly and testingRepair and maintenanceInternal and external connections to change direction of rotation and speed, and for a change of supply of voltageMotor settings, drives, pulleys, gears, coupling devicesRelated mechanical equipment: Traction units, cranes, winches, hoistIn place motor cleaning, (100 hours maximum credit) Controls (1000 hours) Manual and automatic, including magnetic and solid state Trouble shooting (1000 hours) Power Distribution (500 hours) Inside and outside, high and low voltage distribution systems, maintenance and replacement Lighting (500 hours) Electrical and oriented drawings (100 hours) The remaining time is necessary to complete the apprenticeship program shall be applied according to the apprentice’s training needs by the apprenticeship committee and the employer The 288 hours of classroom related training is in the following areas: Course Hours Electricity and electronics 36 Fundamental mechanical principles 36 Mathematics of the trade 18 Instrumentation and controls 18 Federal, state and local electrical laws, codes and rules 140 Blueprint reading, electrical drawings and pictorial, block, one-line and schematic diagrams 36 Industrial electrical safety: A certified CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) course of the committee’s choice 4 Questions? Terrol Johnson, Senior Recruiter Bureau of Human Resources terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov An Equal Opportunity Employer A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE! Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers . Closing Date/Time: 4/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 7/14/2023, 10/13/2023, *12/19/2023, 1/8/2024, 4/5/2024, 7/5/2024, 12/4/2024, 1/3/2025 Under general supervision, Sanitation District Maintenance & Operations Senior Technicians work independently or as a designated crew chief over two or more crews involved in the maintenance, repair, minor construction, and/or inspection of assigned underground pipelines, pump and lift stations, prechecking and customer service for the wastewater collection systems of the Sanitation Districts Agency. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Advanced journey methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and construction of underground pipelines, lift stations, and electrical and temporary pumps Safety precautions and practices necessary in working with hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles Computer operation for e-mail communications, recordkeeping, documentation, reporting, and timekeeping Best practices of providing on-the-job training, directing and coordinating work, and ensuring safe practices Policies, procedures, and operational standards related to wastewater collection systems maintenance and operations Applicable federal, state and local regulations, laws, and guidelines related to wastewater collection systems operations Ability to Understand, interpret, and follow both oral and written directions in an effective manner Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Operate a laptop computer and designated software utilized to record data, prepare reports, and locate work sites/directions Operate designated hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles such as electric and mechanical pumps and generators, blowers, tapping machines, balling equipment, power and hand rodders, high pressure pipe cleaners, vactor machines, bucket machines, smoke testing equipment, portable pumps, paving breakers, electronic pipe locators, and gas detection equipment in a safe and effective manner Read and interpret electronic controls and operate wastewater collection system lift stations and pumps in a safe and effective manner Read and interpret maps, charts, plans, and computerized mapping systems in order to locate mainlines and pipelines and to assist in determining the types of repairs and/or maintenance required Direct, oversee, and train others in an effective and positive manner Communicate clearly, concisely and courteously with co-workers, other employees, customers, and the general public Perform basic mathematical calculations to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in an accurate manner Perform assigned duties in a safe and effective manner for self and others Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either: 1a. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Sanitation District Maintenance and Operations Technician; - AND - 1b. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 2a. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Underground Construction and Maintenance Specialist and/or Mechanical Maintenance Technician performing duties which have included the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, and/or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 2b. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 3a. Completion of 60 semester units or more (or 90 quarter units or more) at an accredited trade school, junior college, or university with a minimum of 30 semester units (or 45 quarter units) in mechanical-electrical technology, construction management, civil engineering, or other field closely related to the intent of the class; - AND - 3b. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience performing lead duties over a crew performing the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, and/or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 3c. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 4a. Completion of two (2) years apprenticeship program as a plumber; - AND - 4b. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience performing lead duties over a crew performing maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, and/or operation duties for underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 4c. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 5a. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience performing lead duties over a crew performing the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, and/or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 5b. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Minimum Age Requirement: Candidates must be eighteen (18) years of age prior to appointment because of the hazards of the job, as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Driver's License: A valid California Driver License, Class B or higher, is be required at the time of appointment. Incumbents appointed to this class must obtain a valid California driver's license, Class A that include special endorsements including but not limited to the Tank Vehicle Endorsement within one year of appointment to this class. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificates/licenses: Incumbents must obtain the Grade 3 CWEA for Collection System Maintenance Certification within two years of permanent appointment to this class or within two CWEA exam cycles after the date of appointment to this class, whichever is greater. Failure to obtain and maintain the appropriate certificates as described above may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rules and/or applicable bargaining unit agreement. Physical Abilities: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Perform heavy manual labor on a continuous basis. Climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach by extending hands and arms in any direction. Stand and walk on a consistent and daily basis. Lift objects weighing an average of 25 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds without assistance. Push and pull objects weighing an average of 75 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds. Carry objects weighing an average of 25 pounds to a maximum of 50 pounds. Use both eyes to see clearly at distances both near and far, requiring depth perception. Wear respirators or breathing devices. Enter and exit restricted entrances of 24 inches in diameter. Climb and work on ladders while carrying equipment which may weigh up to 50 pounds, with a total weight that does not exceed the weight capacity of the ladder. Individuals who do not meet these physical requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Working Conditions: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Work outside in all weather conditions on a daily basis and be subject to temperatures rarely under 32 degrees and occasionally over 100 degrees. Work in enclosed areas where the temperature may occasionally exceed 100 degrees or rarely reach lows below 20 degrees. Work in confined spaces in which a permit is not required. Work in trenches up to 23 feet, or more, in depth. Work around dust, fumes, smoke, gases, noise, contaminated and non-contaminated water, chemicals such as silica and solvents, machinery and equipment with moving parts, moving vehicles, traffic, fumes and/or odors. Potentially work in permit-required confined spaces. Shift, Weekend and Holiday Work: Wastewater collection systems operation and maintenance work is performed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All employees in this class will be subject to working shifts, weekend, holidays, overtime and standby. Background/Criminal History: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 05, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 7/14/2023, 10/13/2023, *12/19/2023, 1/8/2024, 4/5/2024, 7/5/2024, 12/4/2024, 1/3/2025 Under general supervision, Sanitation District Maintenance & Operations Senior Technicians work independently or as a designated crew chief over two or more crews involved in the maintenance, repair, minor construction, and/or inspection of assigned underground pipelines, pump and lift stations, prechecking and customer service for the wastewater collection systems of the Sanitation Districts Agency. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Advanced journey methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and construction of underground pipelines, lift stations, and electrical and temporary pumps Safety precautions and practices necessary in working with hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles Computer operation for e-mail communications, recordkeeping, documentation, reporting, and timekeeping Best practices of providing on-the-job training, directing and coordinating work, and ensuring safe practices Policies, procedures, and operational standards related to wastewater collection systems maintenance and operations Applicable federal, state and local regulations, laws, and guidelines related to wastewater collection systems operations Ability to Understand, interpret, and follow both oral and written directions in an effective manner Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Operate a laptop computer and designated software utilized to record data, prepare reports, and locate work sites/directions Operate designated hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles such as electric and mechanical pumps and generators, blowers, tapping machines, balling equipment, power and hand rodders, high pressure pipe cleaners, vactor machines, bucket machines, smoke testing equipment, portable pumps, paving breakers, electronic pipe locators, and gas detection equipment in a safe and effective manner Read and interpret electronic controls and operate wastewater collection system lift stations and pumps in a safe and effective manner Read and interpret maps, charts, plans, and computerized mapping systems in order to locate mainlines and pipelines and to assist in determining the types of repairs and/or maintenance required Direct, oversee, and train others in an effective and positive manner Communicate clearly, concisely and courteously with co-workers, other employees, customers, and the general public Perform basic mathematical calculations to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in an accurate manner Perform assigned duties in a safe and effective manner for self and others Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either: 1a. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Sanitation District Maintenance and Operations Technician; - AND - 1b. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 2a. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Underground Construction and Maintenance Specialist and/or Mechanical Maintenance Technician performing duties which have included the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, and/or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 2b. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 3a. Completion of 60 semester units or more (or 90 quarter units or more) at an accredited trade school, junior college, or university with a minimum of 30 semester units (or 45 quarter units) in mechanical-electrical technology, construction management, civil engineering, or other field closely related to the intent of the class; - AND - 3b. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience performing lead duties over a crew performing the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, and/or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 3c. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 4a. Completion of two (2) years apprenticeship program as a plumber; - AND - 4b. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience performing lead duties over a crew performing maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, and/or operation duties for underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 4c. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 5a. Two (2) years of full-time, paid experience performing lead duties over a crew performing the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, and/or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 5b. The Grade 2 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Minimum Age Requirement: Candidates must be eighteen (18) years of age prior to appointment because of the hazards of the job, as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Driver's License: A valid California Driver License, Class B or higher, is be required at the time of appointment. Incumbents appointed to this class must obtain a valid California driver's license, Class A that include special endorsements including but not limited to the Tank Vehicle Endorsement within one year of appointment to this class. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificates/licenses: Incumbents must obtain the Grade 3 CWEA for Collection System Maintenance Certification within two years of permanent appointment to this class or within two CWEA exam cycles after the date of appointment to this class, whichever is greater. Failure to obtain and maintain the appropriate certificates as described above may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rules and/or applicable bargaining unit agreement. Physical Abilities: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Perform heavy manual labor on a continuous basis. Climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach by extending hands and arms in any direction. Stand and walk on a consistent and daily basis. Lift objects weighing an average of 25 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds without assistance. Push and pull objects weighing an average of 75 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds. Carry objects weighing an average of 25 pounds to a maximum of 50 pounds. Use both eyes to see clearly at distances both near and far, requiring depth perception. Wear respirators or breathing devices. Enter and exit restricted entrances of 24 inches in diameter. Climb and work on ladders while carrying equipment which may weigh up to 50 pounds, with a total weight that does not exceed the weight capacity of the ladder. Individuals who do not meet these physical requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Working Conditions: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Work outside in all weather conditions on a daily basis and be subject to temperatures rarely under 32 degrees and occasionally over 100 degrees. Work in enclosed areas where the temperature may occasionally exceed 100 degrees or rarely reach lows below 20 degrees. Work in confined spaces in which a permit is not required. Work in trenches up to 23 feet, or more, in depth. Work around dust, fumes, smoke, gases, noise, contaminated and non-contaminated water, chemicals such as silica and solvents, machinery and equipment with moving parts, moving vehicles, traffic, fumes and/or odors. Potentially work in permit-required confined spaces. Shift, Weekend and Holiday Work: Wastewater collection systems operation and maintenance work is performed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All employees in this class will be subject to working shifts, weekend, holidays, overtime and standby. Background/Criminal History: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of San Jose
United States, California, San Jose
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating , and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, and partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work . Salary range ( s ) for this classification is/ are: Engineering Technician I : $60,496.80 - $73,513.44 annual ly Engineering Technician II: $72,072.00 - $87,534.72 annual ly This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. The Engineering Technician I/II incumbents in the Public Works Department work directly with project managers from various divisions in the department. These positions provide direct support to the project managers including assistance in AutoCAD and/ or MicroStation drafting, data collection, construction inspection, material sampling and testing, office engineering, performing site evaluations, and project reviews. These positions also support sections with permit processing, project filing, USA locating , copying, and the receipt and delivery of drawings and related documents. The Department of Public Works is currently seeking to fill multiple full-time Engineering Technician I/II positions, which may support work in several divisions, including City Facilities and Architectural Services (CFAS), Development Services (DS), Engineering Services (ES), and Transportation and Hydraulic Services (THS) Divisions. City Facilities Architectural Services (CFAS) manages capital projects across a wide variety of City-owned facilities and infrastructure, including but not limited to Emergency Interim Housing facilities, Parks, Playgrounds, Trails, Libraries, Community Centers, and other various public facilities. Development Services (DS) provides permitting services for development projects and reviews plans and issuance of permits for the construction of utility infrastructure and encroachment on City streets. This division is also responsible for program including storm water control, flood hazard zones, geologic hazard zones, grading and erosion control, mapping, street and easement vacation, and special assessment districts, and transportation and traffic analysis. Engineering Services (ES) is comprised of four sections: Construction Management Services, Structural Engineering and Code Inspection, Material Testing Laboratory, and Survey. This division provides technical support services for Capital Improvement Projects, development/utility permit projects, inspection oversight, Underground Service Alert (USA) services, land surveying, monument preservation services, field and laboratory testing, pavement design and evaluations, and building code inspection services. Transportation and Hydraulic Services (THS) is responsible for the design, construction, and master plan of bridges, culverts, streets, sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers, pump stations, streetlights, landscape and hardscape improvements, traffic signals, and supports construction and engineering, upgrade, and revitalization of the San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility. Key Responsibilities (Dependent upon the position/discipline for which they may be selected.) Performs complex materials field sampling and laboratory testing conforming to stringent test procedures established by ASTM, CALTRANS, or AASHTO. Materials tested include Portland Cement Concrete, Hot Mix Asphalt, aggregate, soil, and other construction materials. Prepares detailed materials test reports and engineering reports for construction projects. Performs lab facility testing for equipment maintenance, replacement, calibrations, and upgrading. Understands plans and specifications to ensure proper testing requirements and standards. Assists in Geotechnical Operations. Develops and implements traffic control plans for field/geo operations. Researc h record drawing information, parcel maps, and record of surveys. Prepares topographic maps showing the existing conditions of a project site which will be referenced by the designers as they prepare the improvement plans. Protects the location of existing monuments which are used to determine the alignment of streets, property lines, etc. Prepares layout of the proposed improvements during the construction phase such that a contractor can build them in the correct location. Performs field investigations. Reviews sewer video inspection data. Interprets survey data, utility, and engineering plans. Prepares construction plans (using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD) and specifications. Assists in the construction management tasks. Reviews material specifications and submittal and analyze test results. Performs basic engineering calculations. Performs quantity take-off and prepare cost estimates. Education and Experience Engineering Technician I Completion of high school, trade school, or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate). Engineering Technician II Completion of high school, trade school, or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) AND two (2) years of increasingly responsible sub-professional engineering work performing materials sampling and testing, reviewing plans and specifications, construction or infrastructure inspections, traffic engineering, or working on a field survey crew. Acceptable Substitution Engineering Technician II - Successful completion of two (2) academic years or sixty (60) semester units of college level engineering technology courses or related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience in sub-professional engineering work performing materials sampling and testing, reviewing plans and specifications, construction or infrastructure inspections, traffic engineering, or working on a field survey crew. Required Licensing : Possession of a valid State of California driver's license may be required . The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas a
nd thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications , including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions . Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate . Technology Use/Management - Uses efficient and cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into the workplace and improve program effectiveness. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews . If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Diana Gonzalez at diana.gonzalez@sanjoseca.gov .
Mar 20, 2024
Full Time
The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities and one of the top cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect, and Celebration. The City's Public Works Department is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating , and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, and partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work . Salary range ( s ) for this classification is/ are: Engineering Technician I : $60,496.80 - $73,513.44 annual ly Engineering Technician II: $72,072.00 - $87,534.72 annual ly This salary range(s) includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates' qualifications and experience. The Engineering Technician I/II incumbents in the Public Works Department work directly with project managers from various divisions in the department. These positions provide direct support to the project managers including assistance in AutoCAD and/ or MicroStation drafting, data collection, construction inspection, material sampling and testing, office engineering, performing site evaluations, and project reviews. These positions also support sections with permit processing, project filing, USA locating , copying, and the receipt and delivery of drawings and related documents. The Department of Public Works is currently seeking to fill multiple full-time Engineering Technician I/II positions, which may support work in several divisions, including City Facilities and Architectural Services (CFAS), Development Services (DS), Engineering Services (ES), and Transportation and Hydraulic Services (THS) Divisions. City Facilities Architectural Services (CFAS) manages capital projects across a wide variety of City-owned facilities and infrastructure, including but not limited to Emergency Interim Housing facilities, Parks, Playgrounds, Trails, Libraries, Community Centers, and other various public facilities. Development Services (DS) provides permitting services for development projects and reviews plans and issuance of permits for the construction of utility infrastructure and encroachment on City streets. This division is also responsible for program including storm water control, flood hazard zones, geologic hazard zones, grading and erosion control, mapping, street and easement vacation, and special assessment districts, and transportation and traffic analysis. Engineering Services (ES) is comprised of four sections: Construction Management Services, Structural Engineering and Code Inspection, Material Testing Laboratory, and Survey. This division provides technical support services for Capital Improvement Projects, development/utility permit projects, inspection oversight, Underground Service Alert (USA) services, land surveying, monument preservation services, field and laboratory testing, pavement design and evaluations, and building code inspection services. Transportation and Hydraulic Services (THS) is responsible for the design, construction, and master plan of bridges, culverts, streets, sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers, pump stations, streetlights, landscape and hardscape improvements, traffic signals, and supports construction and engineering, upgrade, and revitalization of the San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility. Key Responsibilities (Dependent upon the position/discipline for which they may be selected.) Performs complex materials field sampling and laboratory testing conforming to stringent test procedures established by ASTM, CALTRANS, or AASHTO. Materials tested include Portland Cement Concrete, Hot Mix Asphalt, aggregate, soil, and other construction materials. Prepares detailed materials test reports and engineering reports for construction projects. Performs lab facility testing for equipment maintenance, replacement, calibrations, and upgrading. Understands plans and specifications to ensure proper testing requirements and standards. Assists in Geotechnical Operations. Develops and implements traffic control plans for field/geo operations. Researc h record drawing information, parcel maps, and record of surveys. Prepares topographic maps showing the existing conditions of a project site which will be referenced by the designers as they prepare the improvement plans. Protects the location of existing monuments which are used to determine the alignment of streets, property lines, etc. Prepares layout of the proposed improvements during the construction phase such that a contractor can build them in the correct location. Performs field investigations. Reviews sewer video inspection data. Interprets survey data, utility, and engineering plans. Prepares construction plans (using MicroStation and/or AutoCAD) and specifications. Assists in the construction management tasks. Reviews material specifications and submittal and analyze test results. Performs basic engineering calculations. Performs quantity take-off and prepare cost estimates. Education and Experience Engineering Technician I Completion of high school, trade school, or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate). Engineering Technician II Completion of high school, trade school, or equivalent (General Education Development (GED) Test or California Proficiency Certificate) AND two (2) years of increasingly responsible sub-professional engineering work performing materials sampling and testing, reviewing plans and specifications, construction or infrastructure inspections, traffic engineering, or working on a field survey crew. Acceptable Substitution Engineering Technician II - Successful completion of two (2) academic years or sixty (60) semester units of college level engineering technology courses or related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience in sub-professional engineering work performing materials sampling and testing, reviewing plans and specifications, construction or infrastructure inspections, traffic engineering, or working on a field survey crew. Required Licensing : Possession of a valid State of California driver's license may be required . The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people's ideas a
nd thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications , including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Teamwork & Interpersonal Skills - Develops effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions . Multi-Tasking - Can handle multiple projects and responsibilities simultaneously; has handled a wide variety of assignments in past and/or current position(s). Reliability - Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities and maintains confidentiality as appropriate . Technology Use/Management - Uses efficient and cost-effective approaches to integrate technology into the workplace and improve program effectiveness. Selection Process: The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews . If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Diana Gonzalez at diana.gonzalez@sanjoseca.gov .
Job Summary Mohave County Development Services is currently recruiting for an Engineering Technician in the Flood Division. Depending on qualification, may fill position as: Engineering Technician Range 13, Steps 1-18: $20.48 - $33.85 Engineering Technician Senior Range 14, Steps 1-18: $21.50 - $35.55 Engineering Technician Specialist Range 16, Steps 1-18:$23.71 - $39.17 To review specific job qualifications and details, please click on the appropriate link(s) above. Below is the job functions for Engineering Technician; This is the journey level class in the Engineering Technician Series. An employee of this class is responsible for assisting the professional development service engineers in the planning, design and evaluation of civil engineering projects and in applying technical drafting techniques to the preparation of engineering and architectural drawings. Appointment to this level requires that the incumbent possesses previous technical civil engineering experience to perform the full range of duties and meets the qualification standards for the class REPORTS TO Work to be performed under direction of a higher level of authority. SUPERVISION EXERCISED None. Essential Job Functions An employee in this class series may receive work assignments in As Assigned-General or in a work specialty area notated in As Assigned- Flood Control , As Assigned - GIS, As Assigned - ALERT Flood Warning System (AFWS), or As Assigned- Field Inspection. If an employee is assigned to either the Flood Control or Field Inspection work specialty areas, the employee may perform many, or all, of the technician functions listed in As Assigned - General in the accomplishment of assignments. As assigned - General: Prepares drawings, designs, plans and plats of civil engineering and surveying projects. Drafts plans for roads, rights-of-way, structures and related construction projects. Prepares and drafts as-built plans for completed projects. Calculates dimensions, grades, areas and quantities of materials. Reviews and checks information from survey notes to include checking land boundary survey calculations. Utilizes standard specifications to determine loading, clearance, safe speed limits, safe passing distances, Sight distances, and other highway engineering data. Reviews subdivision improvement plans, minor land divisions, plats, and drainage reports as to their compliance to regulations. Provides technical assistance to less experienced personnel as required. Prepares reports and estimates for of quantities of material needed for civil engineering projects. Performs traffic studies and traffic counts. Inspects construction sites. Maintains a road inventory and road inspection database. Performs related work as required. As assigned - Flood Control: Prepares and monitors property floodplain information reports, floodplain use permits, elevation certificates, and any other documentation required for floodplain management. Prepares and monitors floodplain use permits. Reviews proposed building permits for floodplain requirements. Processes permit data in computerized system in coordination with other departments. Updates and researches databases. Answers questions regarding floodplain issues. Assists with investigation of complaints of floodplain regulation violations. Using standardized reporting formats, develops and prepares draft submittals for review by Flood Control Supervisors or Managers to FEMA, Army Corp of Engineers, Arizona Department of Water Resources, and other Federal, State and local jurisdictions for Flood Control projects. Files and maintains records. Performs related work as required. As assigned - GIS: Provides technical and administrative assistance for the Flood GIS program. Operates GIS equipment, software, data, and products. Assists in the design, development and creation of databases, maps, and other related projects. Maintains data related to the County GIS Map Server, provides supportive mapping data and analysis upon request. Plots data to meet users’ requirements for various kinds of displays, following established guidelines and instructions. Prepares and maintains digital and hard copy versions of data histories (metadata) and data dictionaries that explain and document the nature, contents, and evaluation of information source of the GIS database. Maintains GIS files and related databases and ensures all files are organized and properly distributed for effective and efficient protection, access, and use. Performs floodplain permit work as required. As assigned - Alert Flood Warning Systems (AFWS): May include some of the above General, Floodplain, Field Inspection, and/or GIS Essential Functions and all of the following: Installs, maintains, and repairs automated ALERT Flood Warning systems, programmable Store and Forward Repeaters, ALERT/ALERT2 Data Decoders and Data Receivers. Calibrates meteorological and hydrological sensors including rain gauges and pressure transducers. Maintains and repairs wireless, solar-powered weather cameras including wireless Ethernet and cellular data connections. Repairs, assembles and replaces radio antenna equipment from elevated heights (towers and ladders). Climb ladders and work from elevated heights up to fifty (50) feet. Walk across varying terrain. As assigned- Field Inspection: Inspects contracted construction projects at various phases of work-in-process and upon completion to ensure compliance with the various specifications, standards, approved plans and contract. Issues notices and orders-to-comply to contractors and others working in County-owned Rights-of-Way to ensure compliance with guidelines outlined in County Specifications and County Details. Inspects work sites and ensures safe and proper barricading, traffic control and other potential hazards such as proper signing for heavy equipment use. Meets with contractors and others to discuss deficiencies and possible corrections and respond to inquiries of construction activities involved in contracted projects and rights-of-way. Investigates complaints and notifies higher level of authority of the results of the investigation to determine the outcome of complaint. Refers more difficult, unusual situations to higher level of authority. Maintains logs and diaries documenting the contractor's work, inspection activities and other related data. Prepares reports and correspondence as required. Performs standard tests on soil, asphalt, concrete, plastic, liquids, and other materials as necessary to d determine such items as compaction, moisture, density, and limits. Performs computations such as: computing aggregate, quantities of materials used and results of soil and compaction tests. Sets traffic counters to track traffic. Assists in surveying activities with survey crews. Performs related work as required. Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Performs related work as required. Performs special assignments as requested. Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma/GED (General Education Degree). General: Three (3) or more years of technical civil engineering experience; high school level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferably supplemented by college level course work or training in civil engineering principles and techniques Flood Control : One (1) or more years of floodplain management experience; high school level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferably supplemented by college level course work or training in floodplain management principles and techniques. Field Inspection: Three (3) or more years of technical civil engineering experience with at least one year of soil and material testing experience; high school level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferably supplemented by college level course work or training in civil engineering principles and techniques. Alert Flood Warning Systems (AFWS): One (1) or more year of experience in ALERT Flood Warning system planning, implementing, and maintaining system components; high school level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferably supplemented by college level course work or training in civil engineering principles and techniques. OR an equivalent combination of experience, education and training may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT Willingness to participate in continuing education, certification programs and other job-related seminars. Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: The theory and practice of civil engineering planning, design, construction and surveying. Interpreting and utilizing engineering plans, maps, and specifications. The application of engineering theory to complex field and office problems. Investigation and inspection methods including soils, materials and equipment testing and data collection and reporting. Computer applications pertaining to civil engineering. Field survey and engineering methods and techniques. Construction techniques and quality control procedures. Drafting principles. Survey instruments and equipment used in surveying. Land and construction survey methods and procedures. Floodplain regulations and knowledge of hydrology. Construction safety practices and traffic control involved in construction projects within the county rights-of-way. Mathematics to include basic algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric formulas applicable to the work performed. Civil engineering and survey terminology and descriptive materials including maps, plats, drawings, and specifications. Specification and County guidelines pertaining to improvements in rights-of-way and related projects. Department policies, rules, and procedures Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. As assigned - Alert Flood Warning System (AFWS): Basic record keeping principles and practices Basic uses for multimeter. Simple DC circuits. Principles and practices involved in troubleshooting of radio and other electronic equipment in order to identify and correct problems. Skill in: The use of surveying and drawing instruments in the application of engineering theory to practical field and office problems. Safe, efficient use of measuring and testing aids, tools and equipment utilized during field inspections. Preparation of reports and checking designs, details, estimates, plans and specifications of engineering projects. Utilizing microcomputer systems and applications in the performance of work assignments, such as computer aided design, drafting, electronic spreadsheets, word processing, databases, project management and graphics. Communicating and maintaining professionalism with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. As assigned - Alert Flood Warning System (AFWS): Performing the installation, maintenance, and operation off field equipment and real-time environmental data acquisition and control software driven servers and base station, conducting research and data collection for environmental and related studies. Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials. Using initiative and judgement within established procedural guidelines. Organizing work and meeting critical deadlines. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objective and activities Ability to: Efficiently organize workload and schedule. Interpret and apply technical information encountered in the performance of responsibilities to include maps, specifications, guidelines, permits, plans, blueprints, and diagrams. Detect discrepancies in plans, specifications, materials, methods, and construction and installation process and implement corrective actions. Perform field tests and determine appropriate results. Make accurate and detailed observations. Follow written and verbal instructions. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Maintain accurate, up-to-date records. Perform algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, personnel of other County Departments, private surveyors, contractors, and the general public. Fulfill all physical requirements of the class. Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. Perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Job Summary Mohave County Development Services is currently recruiting for an Engineering Technician in the Flood Division. Depending on qualification, may fill position as: Engineering Technician Range 13, Steps 1-18: $20.48 - $33.85 Engineering Technician Senior Range 14, Steps 1-18: $21.50 - $35.55 Engineering Technician Specialist Range 16, Steps 1-18:$23.71 - $39.17 To review specific job qualifications and details, please click on the appropriate link(s) above. Below is the job functions for Engineering Technician; This is the journey level class in the Engineering Technician Series. An employee of this class is responsible for assisting the professional development service engineers in the planning, design and evaluation of civil engineering projects and in applying technical drafting techniques to the preparation of engineering and architectural drawings. Appointment to this level requires that the incumbent possesses previous technical civil engineering experience to perform the full range of duties and meets the qualification standards for the class REPORTS TO Work to be performed under direction of a higher level of authority. SUPERVISION EXERCISED None. Essential Job Functions An employee in this class series may receive work assignments in As Assigned-General or in a work specialty area notated in As Assigned- Flood Control , As Assigned - GIS, As Assigned - ALERT Flood Warning System (AFWS), or As Assigned- Field Inspection. If an employee is assigned to either the Flood Control or Field Inspection work specialty areas, the employee may perform many, or all, of the technician functions listed in As Assigned - General in the accomplishment of assignments. As assigned - General: Prepares drawings, designs, plans and plats of civil engineering and surveying projects. Drafts plans for roads, rights-of-way, structures and related construction projects. Prepares and drafts as-built plans for completed projects. Calculates dimensions, grades, areas and quantities of materials. Reviews and checks information from survey notes to include checking land boundary survey calculations. Utilizes standard specifications to determine loading, clearance, safe speed limits, safe passing distances, Sight distances, and other highway engineering data. Reviews subdivision improvement plans, minor land divisions, plats, and drainage reports as to their compliance to regulations. Provides technical assistance to less experienced personnel as required. Prepares reports and estimates for of quantities of material needed for civil engineering projects. Performs traffic studies and traffic counts. Inspects construction sites. Maintains a road inventory and road inspection database. Performs related work as required. As assigned - Flood Control: Prepares and monitors property floodplain information reports, floodplain use permits, elevation certificates, and any other documentation required for floodplain management. Prepares and monitors floodplain use permits. Reviews proposed building permits for floodplain requirements. Processes permit data in computerized system in coordination with other departments. Updates and researches databases. Answers questions regarding floodplain issues. Assists with investigation of complaints of floodplain regulation violations. Using standardized reporting formats, develops and prepares draft submittals for review by Flood Control Supervisors or Managers to FEMA, Army Corp of Engineers, Arizona Department of Water Resources, and other Federal, State and local jurisdictions for Flood Control projects. Files and maintains records. Performs related work as required. As assigned - GIS: Provides technical and administrative assistance for the Flood GIS program. Operates GIS equipment, software, data, and products. Assists in the design, development and creation of databases, maps, and other related projects. Maintains data related to the County GIS Map Server, provides supportive mapping data and analysis upon request. Plots data to meet users’ requirements for various kinds of displays, following established guidelines and instructions. Prepares and maintains digital and hard copy versions of data histories (metadata) and data dictionaries that explain and document the nature, contents, and evaluation of information source of the GIS database. Maintains GIS files and related databases and ensures all files are organized and properly distributed for effective and efficient protection, access, and use. Performs floodplain permit work as required. As assigned - Alert Flood Warning Systems (AFWS): May include some of the above General, Floodplain, Field Inspection, and/or GIS Essential Functions and all of the following: Installs, maintains, and repairs automated ALERT Flood Warning systems, programmable Store and Forward Repeaters, ALERT/ALERT2 Data Decoders and Data Receivers. Calibrates meteorological and hydrological sensors including rain gauges and pressure transducers. Maintains and repairs wireless, solar-powered weather cameras including wireless Ethernet and cellular data connections. Repairs, assembles and replaces radio antenna equipment from elevated heights (towers and ladders). Climb ladders and work from elevated heights up to fifty (50) feet. Walk across varying terrain. As assigned- Field Inspection: Inspects contracted construction projects at various phases of work-in-process and upon completion to ensure compliance with the various specifications, standards, approved plans and contract. Issues notices and orders-to-comply to contractors and others working in County-owned Rights-of-Way to ensure compliance with guidelines outlined in County Specifications and County Details. Inspects work sites and ensures safe and proper barricading, traffic control and other potential hazards such as proper signing for heavy equipment use. Meets with contractors and others to discuss deficiencies and possible corrections and respond to inquiries of construction activities involved in contracted projects and rights-of-way. Investigates complaints and notifies higher level of authority of the results of the investigation to determine the outcome of complaint. Refers more difficult, unusual situations to higher level of authority. Maintains logs and diaries documenting the contractor's work, inspection activities and other related data. Prepares reports and correspondence as required. Performs standard tests on soil, asphalt, concrete, plastic, liquids, and other materials as necessary to d determine such items as compaction, moisture, density, and limits. Performs computations such as: computing aggregate, quantities of materials used and results of soil and compaction tests. Sets traffic counters to track traffic. Assists in surveying activities with survey crews. Performs related work as required. Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS Performs related work as required. Performs special assignments as requested. Exercise regular and predictable attendance and punctuality in accordance with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma/GED (General Education Degree). General: Three (3) or more years of technical civil engineering experience; high school level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferably supplemented by college level course work or training in civil engineering principles and techniques Flood Control : One (1) or more years of floodplain management experience; high school level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferably supplemented by college level course work or training in floodplain management principles and techniques. Field Inspection: Three (3) or more years of technical civil engineering experience with at least one year of soil and material testing experience; high school level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferably supplemented by college level course work or training in civil engineering principles and techniques. Alert Flood Warning Systems (AFWS): One (1) or more year of experience in ALERT Flood Warning system planning, implementing, and maintaining system components; high school level courses in algebra, geometry and trigonometry preferably supplemented by college level course work or training in civil engineering principles and techniques. OR an equivalent combination of experience, education and training may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT Willingness to participate in continuing education, certification programs and other job-related seminars. Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County. Must possess a valid driver’s license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of: The theory and practice of civil engineering planning, design, construction and surveying. Interpreting and utilizing engineering plans, maps, and specifications. The application of engineering theory to complex field and office problems. Investigation and inspection methods including soils, materials and equipment testing and data collection and reporting. Computer applications pertaining to civil engineering. Field survey and engineering methods and techniques. Construction techniques and quality control procedures. Drafting principles. Survey instruments and equipment used in surveying. Land and construction survey methods and procedures. Floodplain regulations and knowledge of hydrology. Construction safety practices and traffic control involved in construction projects within the county rights-of-way. Mathematics to include basic algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric formulas applicable to the work performed. Civil engineering and survey terminology and descriptive materials including maps, plats, drawings, and specifications. Specification and County guidelines pertaining to improvements in rights-of-way and related projects. Department policies, rules, and procedures Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. As assigned - Alert Flood Warning System (AFWS): Basic record keeping principles and practices Basic uses for multimeter. Simple DC circuits. Principles and practices involved in troubleshooting of radio and other electronic equipment in order to identify and correct problems. Skill in: The use of surveying and drawing instruments in the application of engineering theory to practical field and office problems. Safe, efficient use of measuring and testing aids, tools and equipment utilized during field inspections. Preparation of reports and checking designs, details, estimates, plans and specifications of engineering projects. Utilizing microcomputer systems and applications in the performance of work assignments, such as computer aided design, drafting, electronic spreadsheets, word processing, databases, project management and graphics. Communicating and maintaining professionalism with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. As assigned - Alert Flood Warning System (AFWS): Performing the installation, maintenance, and operation off field equipment and real-time environmental data acquisition and control software driven servers and base station, conducting research and data collection for environmental and related studies. Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials. Using initiative and judgement within established procedural guidelines. Organizing work and meeting critical deadlines. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objective and activities Ability to: Efficiently organize workload and schedule. Interpret and apply technical information encountered in the performance of responsibilities to include maps, specifications, guidelines, permits, plans, blueprints, and diagrams. Detect discrepancies in plans, specifications, materials, methods, and construction and installation process and implement corrective actions. Perform field tests and determine appropriate results. Make accurate and detailed observations. Follow written and verbal instructions. Communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Maintain accurate, up-to-date records. Perform algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, personnel of other County Departments, private surveyors, contractors, and the general public. Fulfill all physical requirements of the class. Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations. Perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.
CITY OF ESCONDIDO, CA
City of Escondido, California, United States
Summary This is a PARS (Public Agency Retirement System) budgeted non-benefitted position and is limited to 1,000 hours per fiscal year. This is not a PERS eligible position. Department Specialist/Development Technician I: $22.97 - 27.93/hour Department Specialist/Development Technician II: $25.36 - 30.83/hour If you want to join a hard-working team that shares a commitment to keep the City of Escondido safe, clean and efficiently run, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We are currently recruiting for a Department Specialist/Development Technician I/II position located in the Development Services Department/Engineering Division. Under general supervision, advises and interprets, for the public, requirements of various codes as they relate to the construction and use of building, structures, land use and land development; processes, reviews, and approves technical plans for conformance with building, planning, and engineering requirements; utilizes enterprise and electronic plan review software to process plans and permits; and performs related work. Key Responsibilities Provides information and assistance to the public at the counter and by phone regarding project processing, application procedures, codes, laws, and ordinances; Interprets and applies various building codes, land use and development ordinances, or land use, zoning, subdivision, grading and development ordinances, depending on area of responsibility; Accepts permit applications and collects fees; Researches and responds to public inquiries; Reviews proposed plans and permits to determine compliance with codes and ordinances; Issues permits and approves plans for minor projects; Operates computer related to department functions; Updates and maintains automated permit tracking system; Utilizes software to process and review plans electronically; Maintains log books and monitors projects; Computes fees for issuance of permits. Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Planning and zoning as they relate to ordinances, governing land use and zoning; State laws and City ordinances governing building, land use and zoning matters; Mathematics for the purpose of reading plans and maps, and calculating valuations and fees; Communication skills and techniques required for gathering, evaluating and transmitting information, and preparing and presenting oral and written technical reports and research projects; Principles and practices of customer service. Civil engineering and public works administration related to municipal service and process of land development applications; Methods and techniques for analyzing and interpreting construction plans and how the plans related to civil engineering procedures and practices. Ability to: Read civil engineering or building and architectural plans, depending on area of assignment; Utilize software to coordinate and transmit information related to plans and permits to applicants; Prepare and present oral and written technical reports and research projects; Use independent judgment based on established policies; Work well with people and to handle a public counter and telephones of a public agency in a calm, self-assured, and confident manner; Use knowledge and experience to work with architects, engineers, contractors, real estate brokers, appraisers, and the public to solve problems and achieve cooperative relationships; Communicate effectively and clearly with the public and coworkers; Establish and maintain effective and courteous relationships with the public and co-workers; and Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. Minimum Requirements Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, urban planning, public administration, business administration, or closely related field; or Associate’s Degree in construction technology plus two years (full-time equivalent) of experience in civil engineering, public administration, business administration, construction regulations, land use, architecture, or closely related field. Up to four years (full-time equivalent) experience in engineering, land use and planning, or building and construction regulations may be substituted for the educational requirements on a year-for- year basis. License and Other Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license or ability to arrange transportation for field work when necessary. Salary Ranges : Department Specialist/Development Technician I: $22.42 - $27.25/hour, Department Specialist/Development Technician II: $24.74 - $30.08/hour. Employment Status: This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position. City of Escondido 201 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025 Engineering Department Telephone: (760) 839-4651 Only applications submitted through the city’s website will be accepted Supplemental Information NOTE: For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A medical examination, along with a DRUG SCREEN will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing. SELECTION PROCEDURE Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list. All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify®. The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire. New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment. Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion. A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt. VETERANS' PREFERENCE Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria: Served in the U.S. armed forces Received an honorable discharge Did not retire from military service Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination. ABOUT OUR CITY The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise. EOE The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. For a more detailed overview of this benefits package, please visit the Part-Time Benefits and Compensation Plan Summary.
Mar 20, 2024
Part Time
Summary This is a PARS (Public Agency Retirement System) budgeted non-benefitted position and is limited to 1,000 hours per fiscal year. This is not a PERS eligible position. Department Specialist/Development Technician I: $22.97 - 27.93/hour Department Specialist/Development Technician II: $25.36 - 30.83/hour If you want to join a hard-working team that shares a commitment to keep the City of Escondido safe, clean and efficiently run, consider a career with the City of Escondido. We are currently recruiting for a Department Specialist/Development Technician I/II position located in the Development Services Department/Engineering Division. Under general supervision, advises and interprets, for the public, requirements of various codes as they relate to the construction and use of building, structures, land use and land development; processes, reviews, and approves technical plans for conformance with building, planning, and engineering requirements; utilizes enterprise and electronic plan review software to process plans and permits; and performs related work. Key Responsibilities Provides information and assistance to the public at the counter and by phone regarding project processing, application procedures, codes, laws, and ordinances; Interprets and applies various building codes, land use and development ordinances, or land use, zoning, subdivision, grading and development ordinances, depending on area of responsibility; Accepts permit applications and collects fees; Researches and responds to public inquiries; Reviews proposed plans and permits to determine compliance with codes and ordinances; Issues permits and approves plans for minor projects; Operates computer related to department functions; Updates and maintains automated permit tracking system; Utilizes software to process and review plans electronically; Maintains log books and monitors projects; Computes fees for issuance of permits. Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Planning and zoning as they relate to ordinances, governing land use and zoning; State laws and City ordinances governing building, land use and zoning matters; Mathematics for the purpose of reading plans and maps, and calculating valuations and fees; Communication skills and techniques required for gathering, evaluating and transmitting information, and preparing and presenting oral and written technical reports and research projects; Principles and practices of customer service. Civil engineering and public works administration related to municipal service and process of land development applications; Methods and techniques for analyzing and interpreting construction plans and how the plans related to civil engineering procedures and practices. Ability to: Read civil engineering or building and architectural plans, depending on area of assignment; Utilize software to coordinate and transmit information related to plans and permits to applicants; Prepare and present oral and written technical reports and research projects; Use independent judgment based on established policies; Work well with people and to handle a public counter and telephones of a public agency in a calm, self-assured, and confident manner; Use knowledge and experience to work with architects, engineers, contractors, real estate brokers, appraisers, and the public to solve problems and achieve cooperative relationships; Communicate effectively and clearly with the public and coworkers; Establish and maintain effective and courteous relationships with the public and co-workers; and Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. Minimum Requirements Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, urban planning, public administration, business administration, or closely related field; or Associate’s Degree in construction technology plus two years (full-time equivalent) of experience in civil engineering, public administration, business administration, construction regulations, land use, architecture, or closely related field. Up to four years (full-time equivalent) experience in engineering, land use and planning, or building and construction regulations may be substituted for the educational requirements on a year-for- year basis. License and Other Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license or ability to arrange transportation for field work when necessary. Salary Ranges : Department Specialist/Development Technician I: $22.42 - $27.25/hour, Department Specialist/Development Technician II: $24.74 - $30.08/hour. Employment Status: This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position. City of Escondido 201 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025 Engineering Department Telephone: (760) 839-4651 Only applications submitted through the city’s website will be accepted Supplemental Information NOTE: For a complete listing of job duties and qualifications, please refer to the corresponding job description, which can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from the City's web site. The City of Escondido is committed to a drug and alcohol free workplace. All applicants will be subject to fingerprint investigation before a conditional offer of employment is extended. A medical examination, along with a DRUG SCREEN will be conducted following a conditional offer of employment. Positions subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations will be subject to DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing. SELECTION PROCEDURE Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates will be invited to appear for testing. All positions require the ability to read, write and speak English. Types of tests may include written and/or oral examination, physical agility, practical exam or other appropriate job-related selection process. When testing is completed, candidates will be ranked on an eligibility list in the order of their test score. Selection for appointments is made from names certified on the eligibility list. All appointments are subject to the successful completion of background investigation including LIVESCAN fingerprinting, and will be required to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States. Qualification by a medical examination will be required at the time of appointment. After appointment, classified employees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period to be eligible for regular status. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States within the first three days of their employment. The City of Escondido participates in E-Verify®. The Loyalty Oath will be administered to all new employees on their first day of hire. New employees hired into positions that require a driver's license must provide proof of a valid California Driver's License of the appropriate class level on their first day of employment. Additional information regarding the essential functions and physical, environmental and communication demands of the position may be obtained from the Human Resources Department. If you require reasonable accommodation in the testing process, such as an alternate means of testing, you must contact the Human Resources Department by the final filing date to complete a Request for Reasonable Accommodation form. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Note: Pursuant to California Civil Code section 1786.53, the City of Escondido shall provide to all job candidates a copy of any records of arrest, indictment, conviction, civil judicial action, tax lien or outstanding judgment which was obtained in the course of conducting an evaluation for employment, assignment, and/or promotion. A copy of this information, if received by the City, will be given to candidates within seven days of the City's receipt. VETERANS' PREFERENCE Eligible individuals are those who meet the following criteria: Served in the U.S. armed forces Received an honorable discharge Did not retire from military service Seeking employment with the City of Escondido for the first time. Guard and Reserve active duty for training purposes does not qualify for veterans' preference. Proof of eligibility (copy of DD-214) must be submitted at time of application, or later if the promulgation of the eligibility list will not be delayed. Veterans' preference credit will only be applied to eligible applicants who attained a passing grade (total score exclusive of credit) on the final open examination. ABOUT OUR CITY The City of Escondido is a prominent agricultural, commercial hub and residential center of North San Diego County. Located a short 30-minute drive from the beach, the mountains or downtown San Diego, Escondido residents enjoy the pleasure of a rural lifestyle with all the benefits of suburban living. Escondido is a diverse, vibrant community with many amenities. The city offers attractive homes in a wide range of prices, two lakes, several parks, a sports center, golf courses, restaurants, wineries, shopping centers, a variety of art galleries, entertainment venues, and a state of the art hospital. Established in 1888, the city's rich past brings charm and stability to the community; yet integrated with Escondido's treasured heritage is a progressive future, bright and brimming with promise. EOE The City of Escondido does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, sex, age, national origin, or sexual orientation. We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. For a more detailed overview of this benefits package, please visit the Part-Time Benefits and Compensation Plan Summary.
MARIN COUNTY, CA
San Rafael, California, United States
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: ABOUT THE POSITION There are 2 full-time, regular-hire Community Development Technician (CDA) positions. Please see below for more detailed information about each opportunity. Community Development Technician II-Housing and Federal Grants This is a two (2) year fixed term position that may be extended if funding continues. The CDA Tech II in this assignment will perform a variety of specialized administrative tasks for the Housing and Federal Grants program. The program supports healthy, safe and sustainable communities through their work in affordable housing policy and development and grants with community-based organizations that serve low-income Marin residents. Duties for the CDA Tech II will include: Drafting and processing contracts, board letters and correspondence Tracking project documentation and establishing and maintaining project files Assisting with outreach and community engagement efforts by scheduling meetings, publishing notices, updating applicable websites, and developing surveys. Responding to routine program related questions from the public Working with the County GIS team to update information on the County’s GIS system. Collecting, tabulating, and analyzing data to track program progress and success. Tracking and verifying accuracy of grant project balances Data management using a variety of systems May attend board meetings and work sessions and take meeting minutes. The ideal candidate values providing a high level of service, is detail oriented, and has performed public service work associated with affordable housing or another related field. They have a proven ability to track and follow through on multiple projects and manage a range of short and long-term tasks successfully. This individual has strong organizational and record management skills and is proficient with standard office technology and software programs such as Microsoft Teams, Outlook and web-based meeting and webinar software such as Zoom, and Cisco WebEx. Experience maintaining data in an open data platform such as Socrata is also a plus. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is highly desirable. Bilingual Certification: Successful candidates must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish/ English to be eligible for an additional 5% pay differential. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements of the position. Community Development Technician II-Current Planning With an emphasis on customer service, the Community Development Technician II performs a variety of specialized technical work to support the review of building permits and planning permits. Duties include verifying completeness and accuracy of applications, tracking the progress of applications routed to other divisions and County departments, conducting permit history research, and reviewing minor building and planning permits. Additionally, the Community Development Tech II educates applicants about the permit process, explains general to moderately complex permitting policies and procedures, and determines and collects fees. The ideal candidate : has exceptional customer service skills and is able to effectively communicate and explain program requirements and concepts to a diverse client population. This individual has public counter experience assisting customers with processing permits and/or coordinating plan reviews, has the ability to read construction plans and has worked with public agency permitting software. College level coursework in a field related to the work is highly desirable. ABOUT YOU We recognize your time is valuable, so please note that you must have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications in order to be considered for this position: One year of experience as a Community Development Technician I or equivalent to four years of administrative support experience in a related environment such as planning, engineering, land development, environmental management, construction or public works providing technical information to the public and assistance to professional staff and which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge and abilities. For more information about the knowledge and abilities, please view the class specification ABOUT THE PROCESS Open & Continuous Recruitment: Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for Open and Continuous may be closed at any time. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early in the process and prior to Monday, December 18th, 2023 at 4:00 PM for first consideration. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 18, 2024
Full Time
ABOUT US At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here . Read on to find out more about this opportunity: ABOUT THE POSITION There are 2 full-time, regular-hire Community Development Technician (CDA) positions. Please see below for more detailed information about each opportunity. Community Development Technician II-Housing and Federal Grants This is a two (2) year fixed term position that may be extended if funding continues. The CDA Tech II in this assignment will perform a variety of specialized administrative tasks for the Housing and Federal Grants program. The program supports healthy, safe and sustainable communities through their work in affordable housing policy and development and grants with community-based organizations that serve low-income Marin residents. Duties for the CDA Tech II will include: Drafting and processing contracts, board letters and correspondence Tracking project documentation and establishing and maintaining project files Assisting with outreach and community engagement efforts by scheduling meetings, publishing notices, updating applicable websites, and developing surveys. Responding to routine program related questions from the public Working with the County GIS team to update information on the County’s GIS system. Collecting, tabulating, and analyzing data to track program progress and success. Tracking and verifying accuracy of grant project balances Data management using a variety of systems May attend board meetings and work sessions and take meeting minutes. The ideal candidate values providing a high level of service, is detail oriented, and has performed public service work associated with affordable housing or another related field. They have a proven ability to track and follow through on multiple projects and manage a range of short and long-term tasks successfully. This individual has strong organizational and record management skills and is proficient with standard office technology and software programs such as Microsoft Teams, Outlook and web-based meeting and webinar software such as Zoom, and Cisco WebEx. Experience maintaining data in an open data platform such as Socrata is also a plus. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is highly desirable. Bilingual Certification: Successful candidates must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish/ English to be eligible for an additional 5% pay differential. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements of the position. Community Development Technician II-Current Planning With an emphasis on customer service, the Community Development Technician II performs a variety of specialized technical work to support the review of building permits and planning permits. Duties include verifying completeness and accuracy of applications, tracking the progress of applications routed to other divisions and County departments, conducting permit history research, and reviewing minor building and planning permits. Additionally, the Community Development Tech II educates applicants about the permit process, explains general to moderately complex permitting policies and procedures, and determines and collects fees. The ideal candidate : has exceptional customer service skills and is able to effectively communicate and explain program requirements and concepts to a diverse client population. This individual has public counter experience assisting customers with processing permits and/or coordinating plan reviews, has the ability to read construction plans and has worked with public agency permitting software. College level coursework in a field related to the work is highly desirable. ABOUT YOU We recognize your time is valuable, so please note that you must have at least the following required Minimum Qualifications in order to be considered for this position: One year of experience as a Community Development Technician I or equivalent to four years of administrative support experience in a related environment such as planning, engineering, land development, environmental management, construction or public works providing technical information to the public and assistance to professional staff and which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge and abilities. For more information about the knowledge and abilities, please view the class specification ABOUT THE PROCESS Open & Continuous Recruitment: Because this recruitment is Open and Continuous, applicants are encouraged to submit completed applications as soon as possible. The filing period for Open and Continuous may be closed at any time. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early in the process and prior to Monday, December 18th, 2023 at 4:00 PM for first consideration. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails. Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active. Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency. PLEASE NOTE : The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%. COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage . Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units. Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO,and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more. Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org. IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum. Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees. For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 7/7/2023, 10/6/2023, 1/8/2024, 4/5/2024, 7/5/2024, 12/4/2024, 1/3/2025 Under general supervision, Sanitation District Maintenance & Operations Technicians work independently or as a lead member of a small work crew or under the lead direction of a designated crew chief involved in the maintenance, repair, minor construction, and/or inspection of assigned underground pipelines and pump and lift stations for the wastewater collection system of the Sacramento Area Sewer District. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Journey level methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and construction of underground pipelines, lift stations, and electrical and temporary pumps Safety precautions and practices necessary in working with and around hand and power tools, heavy equipment, vehicles and electrical power Computer operation for Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) usage, e-mail communications, keyboarding, recordkeeping, and documentation Policies, procedures, and operational standards related to wastewater collection systems maintenance and operations Ability to Lead the work of others Understand and follow both verbal and written directions in an effective manner Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Operate a laptop computer and designated software utilized to record data, prepare reports, locate work sites/directions, etc Operate designated hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles such as electric and mechanical pumps and generators, blowers, tapping machines, balling equipment, power and hand rodders, high pressure pipe cleaners, vactor machines, bucket machines, smoke testing equipment, portable pumps, paving breakers, electronic pipe locators, and gas detection equipment in a safe and effective manner Read and interpret electronic controls and operate wastewater collection system lift stations and pumps in a safe and effective manner Read and interpret maps, charts, plans, and computerized mapping systems in order to locate District mainlines and pipelines Communicate clearly, concisely and courteously with co-workers, other employees, customers, and the general public Perform basic mathematical calculations to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in an accurate manner Perform assigned duties in a safe and effective manner for self and others Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either: 1a. Two (2) years of full-time work experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Sanitation District Maintenance and Operations Assistant; - AND - 1b. The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 2a. Two (2) years of full-time work experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Assistant Underground Construction and Maintenance Specialist or Assistant Mechanical Maintenance Technician with the Sanitation Districts Agency performing duties which have included the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 2b. The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 3a. Completion of 60 semester units or more (or 90 quarter units or more) at an accredited trade school, junior college, or university with a minimum of 30 semester units (or 45 quarter units) in mechanical-electrical technology, construction management, civil engineering, or other field closely related to the intent of the class; - AND - 3b. One year of work experience performing maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, or operation duties of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 3c.The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 4a. Completion of two (2) years apprenticeship program as a plumber; - AND - 4b. One year of work experience performing maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection or operation duties of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 4c.The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 5a. Three (3) years of full-time work experience in the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 5b. The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Minimum Age Requirement: Candidates must be eighteen (18) years of age prior to appointment because of the hazards of the job, as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Driver's License: A valid California Driver License, Class B or higher, is be required at the time of appointment. Incumbents appointed to this class must obtain a valid California driver's license, Class A that include special endorsements including but not limited to the Tank Vehicle Endorsement within one year of appointment to this class. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificates/licenses: Incumbents must obtain the Grade 2 CWEA for Collection System Maintenance Certification within two years of permanent appointment to this class or within two CWEA exam cycles after the date of appointment to this class, whichever is greater. Failure to obtain and maintain the appropriate certificates as described above may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rules and/or applicable bargaining unit agreement. Physical Abilities: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Perform heavy manual labor on a continuous basis. Climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach by extending hands and arms in any direction. Stand and walk on a consistent and daily basis. Lift objects weighing an average of 25 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds without assistance. Push and pull objects weighing an average of 75 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds. Carry objects weighing an average of 25 pounds to a maximum of 50 pounds. Use both eyes to see clearly at distances both near and far, requiring depth perception. Wear respirators or breathing devices. Enter and exit restricted entrances of 24 inches in diameter. Climb and work on ladders while carrying equipment which may weigh up to 50 pounds, with a total weight that does not exceed the weight capacity of the ladder. Individuals who do not meet these physical requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Working Conditions: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Work outside in all weather conditions on a daily basis and be subject to temperatures rarely under 32 degrees and occasionally over 100 degrees. Work in enclosed areas where the temperature may occasionally exceed 100 degrees or rarely reach lows below 20 degrees. Work in confined spaces in which a permit is not required. Work in trenches up to 23 feet, or more, in depth. Work around dust, fumes, smoke, gases, noise, contaminated and non-contaminated water, chemicals such as silica and solvents, machinery and equipment with moving parts, moving vehicles, traffic, fumes and/or odors. Potentially work in permit-required confined spaces. Shift, Weekend and Holiday Work: Wastewater collection systems operation and maintenance work is performed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All employees in this class will be subject to working shifts, weekend, holidays, overtime and standby. Background/Criminal History: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 05, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers ! This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 7/7/2023, 10/6/2023, 1/8/2024, 4/5/2024, 7/5/2024, 12/4/2024, 1/3/2025 Under general supervision, Sanitation District Maintenance & Operations Technicians work independently or as a lead member of a small work crew or under the lead direction of a designated crew chief involved in the maintenance, repair, minor construction, and/or inspection of assigned underground pipelines and pump and lift stations for the wastewater collection system of the Sacramento Area Sewer District. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Journey level methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and construction of underground pipelines, lift stations, and electrical and temporary pumps Safety precautions and practices necessary in working with and around hand and power tools, heavy equipment, vehicles and electrical power Computer operation for Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) usage, e-mail communications, keyboarding, recordkeeping, and documentation Policies, procedures, and operational standards related to wastewater collection systems maintenance and operations Ability to Lead the work of others Understand and follow both verbal and written directions in an effective manner Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Operate a laptop computer and designated software utilized to record data, prepare reports, locate work sites/directions, etc Operate designated hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles such as electric and mechanical pumps and generators, blowers, tapping machines, balling equipment, power and hand rodders, high pressure pipe cleaners, vactor machines, bucket machines, smoke testing equipment, portable pumps, paving breakers, electronic pipe locators, and gas detection equipment in a safe and effective manner Read and interpret electronic controls and operate wastewater collection system lift stations and pumps in a safe and effective manner Read and interpret maps, charts, plans, and computerized mapping systems in order to locate District mainlines and pipelines Communicate clearly, concisely and courteously with co-workers, other employees, customers, and the general public Perform basic mathematical calculations to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in an accurate manner Perform assigned duties in a safe and effective manner for self and others Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either: 1a. Two (2) years of full-time work experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Sanitation District Maintenance and Operations Assistant; - AND - 1b. The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 2a. Two (2) years of full-time work experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Assistant Underground Construction and Maintenance Specialist or Assistant Mechanical Maintenance Technician with the Sanitation Districts Agency performing duties which have included the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 2b. The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 3a. Completion of 60 semester units or more (or 90 quarter units or more) at an accredited trade school, junior college, or university with a minimum of 30 semester units (or 45 quarter units) in mechanical-electrical technology, construction management, civil engineering, or other field closely related to the intent of the class; - AND - 3b. One year of work experience performing maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, or operation duties of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 3c.The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 4a. Completion of two (2) years apprenticeship program as a plumber; - AND - 4b. One year of work experience performing maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection or operation duties of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 4c.The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Or: 5a. Three (3) years of full-time work experience in the maintenance, construction, repair, cleaning, inspection, or operation of underground pipeline systems and/or pump/lift stations; - AND - 5b. The Grade 1 California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification. Note: The word "experience" referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. General Qualifications Minimum Age Requirement: Candidates must be eighteen (18) years of age prior to appointment because of the hazards of the job, as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Driver's License: A valid California Driver License, Class B or higher, is be required at the time of appointment. Incumbents appointed to this class must obtain a valid California driver's license, Class A that include special endorsements including but not limited to the Tank Vehicle Endorsement within one year of appointment to this class. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rules or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certificates/licenses: Incumbents must obtain the Grade 2 CWEA for Collection System Maintenance Certification within two years of permanent appointment to this class or within two CWEA exam cycles after the date of appointment to this class, whichever is greater. Failure to obtain and maintain the appropriate certificates as described above may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rules and/or applicable bargaining unit agreement. Physical Abilities: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Perform heavy manual labor on a continuous basis. Climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach by extending hands and arms in any direction. Stand and walk on a consistent and daily basis. Lift objects weighing an average of 25 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds without assistance. Push and pull objects weighing an average of 75 pounds to a maximum of 100 pounds. Carry objects weighing an average of 25 pounds to a maximum of 50 pounds. Use both eyes to see clearly at distances both near and far, requiring depth perception. Wear respirators or breathing devices. Enter and exit restricted entrances of 24 inches in diameter. Climb and work on ladders while carrying equipment which may weigh up to 50 pounds, with a total weight that does not exceed the weight capacity of the ladder. Individuals who do not meet these physical requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Working Conditions: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Work outside in all weather conditions on a daily basis and be subject to temperatures rarely under 32 degrees and occasionally over 100 degrees. Work in enclosed areas where the temperature may occasionally exceed 100 degrees or rarely reach lows below 20 degrees. Work in confined spaces in which a permit is not required. Work in trenches up to 23 feet, or more, in depth. Work around dust, fumes, smoke, gases, noise, contaminated and non-contaminated water, chemicals such as silica and solvents, machinery and equipment with moving parts, moving vehicles, traffic, fumes and/or odors. Potentially work in permit-required confined spaces. Shift, Weekend and Holiday Work: Wastewater collection systems operation and maintenance work is performed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All employees in this class will be subject to working shifts, weekend, holidays, overtime and standby. Background/Criminal History: The County may access criminal history information on candidates who have accepted a conditional offer of appointment for this class consistent with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Resolution No. 82-602, Personnel Policies and Procedures B-5, and applicable federal and state laws. The County shall not consider for employment any candidate who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor that relates to or impacts the candidate's ability to perform the job duties of this class unless it is determined that mitigating circumstances exist. For purposes of accessing criminal history information, the candidate will be fingerprinted. A subsequent arrest notification may be obtained. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CALAVERAS COUNTY, CA
San Andreas, California, United States
Position Description Environmental Health Technician I: $21.03 - $25.60 Environmental Health Technician II: $22.33 - $27.11 Environmental Health Technician III: $24.32 - $29.55 Under general supervision the Environmental Health Technician series is a non registered classification and is called upon to assist Registered Environment Health Specialist staff. This class may perform inspections and investigations in the field of Environmental Health without direct oversight of registered staff where a certificate or registration as issued by the State Department of Health Services is not required. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS : This is a technician position series that does not require certification from the State of California Department of Health Services. The series requires a scientific background in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or other closely related field. Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public; ability to work independently and make sound and reasonable judgments when working in the field and the ability to quickly learn new skills are high desirable. Example of Duties Performs inspections on water wells, tire generators. Assists in the remediation of illegal waste tire disposal sites. Participates in vector control activities, including but not limited to, trapping and identification of mosquitoes species. Assists in grant writing activities. Supports Registered Environmental Health Specialists as necessary in inspections and investigations. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: Windows NT operating system; GIS and GPS software applications; modern office methods and practices including common software applications; business English, including vocabulary, correct grammatical usage and punctuation; modem filing methods; common office machines and their operation, including use of personal computers. Ability to: Work under general supervision; complete tasks and assignments with deadlines; work independently; assist in the developing and implementing of goals, objectives, work sites, policies, procedures, and work standards; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education, Training, and Experience: Environmental Health Technician I This is the entry level position in the series and requires a minimum of a two-year college with an AA or AS Degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or other closely related field. Environmental Health II In addition to the requirements set forth in the Environmental Health Technician I position, this position must have a minimum of two (2) years experience in the field of Environmental Health. Environmental Health Technician III In addition to the requirements set forth in the Environmental Health Technician I position, this position must have a minimum of three (3) years experience in the field of Environmental Health. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Bargaining Unit 7 - Service Employees International Union Local 1021 For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Boot Allowance: $150 per year and is distributed once a year, in the first full pay period in the month of December. Qualifying Classifications: Registered EH Specialists, EH Techs, OSS Engineers, Fleet Manager, Junior Engineer, Mechanic series, Sheriff's Mechanic, Public Works Inspector, Road Maintenance Worker series, Integrated Waste Worker series, AG Techs, and AG Biologists, and Recycling Program Coordinator I/II, Permit Tech I/II, Engineering Tech I/II assigned to the Rock Creek Landfill facility, and Air Pollution Control Tech. Uniform Allowance: $600 per calendar year split into monthly payments.Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying classifications : Custodian series, facility maintenance worker series, facilities maintenance engineer. Extra-Hire: Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance. Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :13 paid holidays per year. Life Insurance: $50,000.00 County paid Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods.. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Bi-Lingual pay :$75 per month for specific approved job classifications. Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance ?LEGALSHIELD CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS. Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre or Post Tax options ).The County utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
Position Description Environmental Health Technician I: $21.03 - $25.60 Environmental Health Technician II: $22.33 - $27.11 Environmental Health Technician III: $24.32 - $29.55 Under general supervision the Environmental Health Technician series is a non registered classification and is called upon to assist Registered Environment Health Specialist staff. This class may perform inspections and investigations in the field of Environmental Health without direct oversight of registered staff where a certificate or registration as issued by the State Department of Health Services is not required. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS : This is a technician position series that does not require certification from the State of California Department of Health Services. The series requires a scientific background in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or other closely related field. Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels and with the public; ability to work independently and make sound and reasonable judgments when working in the field and the ability to quickly learn new skills are high desirable. Example of Duties Performs inspections on water wells, tire generators. Assists in the remediation of illegal waste tire disposal sites. Participates in vector control activities, including but not limited to, trapping and identification of mosquitoes species. Assists in grant writing activities. Supports Registered Environmental Health Specialists as necessary in inspections and investigations. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: Windows NT operating system; GIS and GPS software applications; modern office methods and practices including common software applications; business English, including vocabulary, correct grammatical usage and punctuation; modem filing methods; common office machines and their operation, including use of personal computers. Ability to: Work under general supervision; complete tasks and assignments with deadlines; work independently; assist in the developing and implementing of goals, objectives, work sites, policies, procedures, and work standards; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education, Training, and Experience: Environmental Health Technician I This is the entry level position in the series and requires a minimum of a two-year college with an AA or AS Degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or other closely related field. Environmental Health II In addition to the requirements set forth in the Environmental Health Technician I position, this position must have a minimum of two (2) years experience in the field of Environmental Health. Environmental Health Technician III In addition to the requirements set forth in the Environmental Health Technician I position, this position must have a minimum of three (3) years experience in the field of Environmental Health. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. Bargaining Unit 7 - Service Employees International Union Local 1021 For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Boot Allowance: $150 per year and is distributed once a year, in the first full pay period in the month of December. Qualifying Classifications: Registered EH Specialists, EH Techs, OSS Engineers, Fleet Manager, Junior Engineer, Mechanic series, Sheriff's Mechanic, Public Works Inspector, Road Maintenance Worker series, Integrated Waste Worker series, AG Techs, and AG Biologists, and Recycling Program Coordinator I/II, Permit Tech I/II, Engineering Tech I/II assigned to the Rock Creek Landfill facility, and Air Pollution Control Tech. Uniform Allowance: $600 per calendar year split into monthly payments.Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying classifications : Custodian series, facility maintenance worker series, facilities maintenance engineer. Extra-Hire: Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance. Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :13 paid holidays per year. Life Insurance: $50,000.00 County paid Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods.. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Bi-Lingual pay :$75 per month for specific approved job classifications. Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance ?LEGALSHIELD CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS. Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre or Post Tax options ).The County utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers! This is a limited continuous filing exam. The filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 3/27/24, 4/24/24 (final) The Senior Engineering Technician performs a variety of tasks related in the performance of sub-professional engineering office, design assistance, and drafting work, including assisting the professional engineering staff in mechanical, structural, electrical, or instrumentation technical support work; perform engineering support work involving environmental control system operations & maintenance and monitoring labor compliance, traffic usage analysis, plan & map checking, construction administration, drafting, condition compliance and conformance, and issuing permits and determining required fees. Assignments may include responsibility for an ongoing project or program or providing lead direction for the implementation of systems with program or function wide impact. The Senior Engineering Technician may also provide lead direction and exercise control over the work of other assigned staff where the work requirements are well defined and a volume of past practices and precedents exist. The eligible list for this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies. One current vacancy is for a Senior Labor Compliance Technician with the Construction Management and Inspection Division. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Administers and monitors the labor compliance requirements for construction contracts. Ensures the proper reporting of prevailing wages, fringe benefits, apprentice utilization and resolution of employee wage violations. Collects and reviews weekly Certified Payroll Reports (CPR's) and supporting payroll records (statement of compliance, fringe benefit statement, payroll deductions, apprentice registration, etc.) submitted by the prime and subcontractors on a weekly basis. Communicates with contractors to resolve discrepancies relative to the CPR submittals. Conducts investigations on alleged contractor violations uncovered from CPR reviews, site visits, workers' complaints, etc. to facilitate contractor compliance and timely contract completion. When appropriate, notifies Department of Industrial Relations and/or Department of Labor of contractor violations. Interprets and enforces all public works contract labor provisions including: DIR registration. Prepares and presents the labor compliance requirements at pre-bid and pre-construction meetings for contracts subject to the payment of prevailing wages. Responds to prevailing wage questions/concerns/matters that may arise from contractors, construction workers, County staff, and other Agencies. Responsible for documenting all prime contractors and subcontractors' responsiveness before releasing project funds and closing out labor compliance files in a timely manner. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of All Options Public works construction principles, practices, methodologies, and techniques Principles of training and work direction General Option Public works contract administration, fee & permit requirements Construction conditions requirements Traffic utilization analysis techniques and practices Labor compliance requirements Related legislative and rules relating to public works construction in the County Design & Drafting Option Specialized engineering support principles and practices utilizing conventional or computer-aided design and drafting techniques applicable to plans, schematics, sketches, and other materials utilized for the construction of public works facilities and structures Computer Specialist Option The principles and practices of the utilization and application of automated equipment and systems to the resolution of engineering related problems, including the knowledge of techniques and procedures for development and modification of software packages in the design, configuration, and implementation of unique solutions to engineering specific problems Geographic information Systems (GIS) Option Knowledge of GIS applications, including the capabilities, limitations, and characteristics ArcInfo computer software Mapping and geoprocessing operations of local government Computer-aided drafting Plan & Map Check Option Principles and practices of public works design and construction, Federal, State, and County improvement standards as they are applied to map and plan checking for conformance to established requirements and standards, including parcel and subdivision criteria Ability to Independently perform specialized assignments requiring extensive knowledge of sub-professional engineering work Represent the County in meetings and conferences with outside consultants, contractors, and other public agencies Provide lead direction Read, speak and write English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either : 1. Three years of full-time experience in the class of an Engineering Technician in Sacramento County service. Or : 2. Three years of sub-professional engineering experience involving public works facilities or structures work. Education Substitution: Completion of coursework in engineering or related field at an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience. Related education substitutions for the required experience are computed on the basis of 3 semester units or 4.5 quarter units = 1 work month. Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the final filing date listed in this notice. Special Requirements License Requirements: Some positions in this series require a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher at the time of appointment. Note: Failure to maintain the appropriate valid California Driver's License constitutes cause for termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Background Check: Applicants for positions assigned to the Department of Airports are subject to a criminal history record check in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration, FAR 107.11(f) and Sacramento County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 4/24/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Mar 07, 2024
The Position Come join one of Forbes Magazine's Best Employers! This is a limited continuous filing exam. The filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 3/27/24, 4/24/24 (final) The Senior Engineering Technician performs a variety of tasks related in the performance of sub-professional engineering office, design assistance, and drafting work, including assisting the professional engineering staff in mechanical, structural, electrical, or instrumentation technical support work; perform engineering support work involving environmental control system operations & maintenance and monitoring labor compliance, traffic usage analysis, plan & map checking, construction administration, drafting, condition compliance and conformance, and issuing permits and determining required fees. Assignments may include responsibility for an ongoing project or program or providing lead direction for the implementation of systems with program or function wide impact. The Senior Engineering Technician may also provide lead direction and exercise control over the work of other assigned staff where the work requirements are well defined and a volume of past practices and precedents exist. The eligible list for this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies. One current vacancy is for a Senior Labor Compliance Technician with the Construction Management and Inspection Division. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Administers and monitors the labor compliance requirements for construction contracts. Ensures the proper reporting of prevailing wages, fringe benefits, apprentice utilization and resolution of employee wage violations. Collects and reviews weekly Certified Payroll Reports (CPR's) and supporting payroll records (statement of compliance, fringe benefit statement, payroll deductions, apprentice registration, etc.) submitted by the prime and subcontractors on a weekly basis. Communicates with contractors to resolve discrepancies relative to the CPR submittals. Conducts investigations on alleged contractor violations uncovered from CPR reviews, site visits, workers' complaints, etc. to facilitate contractor compliance and timely contract completion. When appropriate, notifies Department of Industrial Relations and/or Department of Labor of contractor violations. Interprets and enforces all public works contract labor provisions including: DIR registration. Prepares and presents the labor compliance requirements at pre-bid and pre-construction meetings for contracts subject to the payment of prevailing wages. Responds to prevailing wage questions/concerns/matters that may arise from contractors, construction workers, County staff, and other Agencies. Responsible for documenting all prime contractors and subcontractors' responsiveness before releasing project funds and closing out labor compliance files in a timely manner. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of All Options Public works construction principles, practices, methodologies, and techniques Principles of training and work direction General Option Public works contract administration, fee & permit requirements Construction conditions requirements Traffic utilization analysis techniques and practices Labor compliance requirements Related legislative and rules relating to public works construction in the County Design & Drafting Option Specialized engineering support principles and practices utilizing conventional or computer-aided design and drafting techniques applicable to plans, schematics, sketches, and other materials utilized for the construction of public works facilities and structures Computer Specialist Option The principles and practices of the utilization and application of automated equipment and systems to the resolution of engineering related problems, including the knowledge of techniques and procedures for development and modification of software packages in the design, configuration, and implementation of unique solutions to engineering specific problems Geographic information Systems (GIS) Option Knowledge of GIS applications, including the capabilities, limitations, and characteristics ArcInfo computer software Mapping and geoprocessing operations of local government Computer-aided drafting Plan & Map Check Option Principles and practices of public works design and construction, Federal, State, and County improvement standards as they are applied to map and plan checking for conformance to established requirements and standards, including parcel and subdivision criteria Ability to Independently perform specialized assignments requiring extensive knowledge of sub-professional engineering work Represent the County in meetings and conferences with outside consultants, contractors, and other public agencies Provide lead direction Read, speak and write English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either : 1. Three years of full-time experience in the class of an Engineering Technician in Sacramento County service. Or : 2. Three years of sub-professional engineering experience involving public works facilities or structures work. Education Substitution: Completion of coursework in engineering or related field at an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one year of the required experience. Related education substitutions for the required experience are computed on the basis of 3 semester units or 4.5 quarter units = 1 work month. Note: If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the final filing date listed in this notice. Special Requirements License Requirements: Some positions in this series require a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher at the time of appointment. Note: Failure to maintain the appropriate valid California Driver's License constitutes cause for termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Background Check: Applicants for positions assigned to the Department of Airports are subject to a criminal history record check in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration, FAR 107.11(f) and Sacramento County Personnel Policies and Procedures. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. Click here to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date. Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified. A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered. Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification. Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question. If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question. For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted. If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed , therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete. FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs: www.saccountyjobs.net EMPLOYEE BENEFITS As an employee of the County of Sacramento, there will be a variety of benefits available to you. These benefits currently include: health, dental and life insurance; flexible spending account options for dependent care and unreimbursed dental and/or medical cost; and an employee assistance program (EAP). GENERAL BENEFITS: Most employee benefits are similar to the following for all County employees. However, some benefits differ, depending on the employee representation unit to which the employee's job classification is assigned. Information about the exact benefits applicable to a particular job classification may be obtained from the Sacramento County Department of Benefits or by visiting www.saccountyjobs.net. TEMPORARY POSITIONS: Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions. The explanations of benefits applies to employees in regular positions. SALARY STEP INCREASES: The beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% are given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained. PAY: All employees are paid bi-weekly via direct deposit into the employee's bank account. The pay period covers fourteen (14) calendar days, starting on a Sunday and ending on the second Saturday thereafter. Salaries are generally paid on the Friday following the end of the pay period. Employees can set up their direct deposit and access their pay information via Employee Self Service in MySacCounty. VACATION: Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days. HOLIDAYS: 14.5 holidays per year as recognized. SICK LEAVE: Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation. Upon retirement, unused sick leave is converted to retirement service credit. PARENTAL LEAVE: Entitles a regular County employee, with at least one year of continuous employment, to schedule a paid parental leave of up to 160 hours upon the birth or during the process of an adoption of a minor child. Parental leave shall be approved by the employee's appointing authority, except where the granting of the parental leave request would unduly interfere with or cause severe hardship upon department operations. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Dependent upon union agreements, regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies are eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement. RETIREMENT: Social Security and Sacramento County Employees' Retirement System coverage. HEALTH INSURANCE: The County offers a variety of health plan design options to fit individual needs. DENTAL INSURANCE: The County provides a comprehensive dental benefit program for regular full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents. This plan pays on a set fee schedule that varies by procedure. Any amount over the fee schedule is the employee's responsibility. The yearly maximum is $2,000 per person, not including orthodontia. The orthodontic benefit is 50% of covered charges with a lifetime maximum of $1,000 per person. LIFE INSURANCE: The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit of $15,000 to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The County offers a Deferred Compensation Program which enables employees to save in a systematic way without paying income tax on either the payroll deduction or the earned interest, prior to withdrawal. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as: Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions Marriage or Family Relationships Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care Alcohol and Drug Abuse WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM: The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record. FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA's). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses. DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working. MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT: The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan. WORKERS' COMPENSATION: In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers' Compensation laws of California. SACRAMENTO CREDIT UNION: The credit union offers loan facilities and systematic saving plans through payroll deduction. SELECTION AND PLACEMENT Sacramento County encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, gender, disability, political affiliation, or age. Certain age limits may be required by law, ordinance, or Civil Service direction for specific classifications such as those identified with hazardous occupations. FOR APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES ONLY: Every effort is made to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants such as in the selection of test sites, aides, or other equipment which permits the disabled applicants to compete in the examination process. Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out and signed by the applicant and their doctor. This form must be submitted to the Disability Compliance Office, 700 H Street, Room 5720, Sacramento, CA 95814, by the cut-off date or final filing date as listed in this job announcement. Download the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form by clicking here or contact by mail or in person the Sacramento County Employment Services Division or Disability Compliance Office. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Please read carefully the "Minimum Qualifications" section of your announcement. You must meet those qualifications by the application deadline date unless otherwise specified. Your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications by the application deadline date, or it will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. "Experience" means full-time paid experience unless the announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATIONS: If the announcement indicates the examination is given on a promotional basis, candidates must hold permanent status in Sacramento County Civil Service by the application deadline date and must meet the minimum qualifications. OPEN EXAMINATIONS: Any person who meets the minimum qualifications may apply. CONTINUOUS FILING EXAMINATIONS: Applicants are eligible to reapply to and retake a continuous filing exam after 6 months from the date the previous exam results was received. ELIGIBLE LISTS: Names of qualified persons who made a passing score on an examination are entered, in order of their final grades, on an eligible list. To fill each vacancy, the hiring department will make a selection from among the top three ranks on the employment lists. EXAMINATION RATINGS: Unless otherwise stated on the announcement: To be successful, candidates must obtain a rating of at least 70% on each part of the examination. This may be an adjusted score or an arithmetic 70% of the total possible score as determined by the Director. APPEAL PROCESS: Persons who believe their applications have been improperly rejected may request the Employment Services Division to review its decision to reject the application. If the applicant desires to submit additional proof of qualifications, such proof must be received by Personnel Services not less than two (2) calendar days prior to the scheduled date for the examination. Persons who are disqualified in any phase of the examination may appeal such adverse action, in writing, to the Civil Service Commission, 700 H Street, Room 2640, Sacramento, CA 95814, telephone: (916) 874-5586 . Such appeals must be filed within thirty (30) calendar days after notice of the adverse action was mailed to the candidate. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs): https://personnel.saccounty.net/Pages/EmploymentServicesFAQs.aspx OTHER INFORMATION VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veteran's score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veteran's name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veteran's preference for certification purposes. "Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veteran's preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veteran's status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty. CITIZENSHIP OR AUTHORIZED ALIEN REQUIREMENT: As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all County employees must be United States citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Proof of citizenship or authorized status will be required prior to appointment. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE: Some County Civil Service positions are covered by financial disclosure requirements intended to identify potential conflicts of interest. CONCURRENT EMPLOYMENT: No employee may concurrently occupy more than one County position. SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE APPLICATION): Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that: Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission. PRE-EMPLOYMENT MEDICAL EXAMINATION & DRUG TESTING: The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment to positions must pass a medical examination and a drug test, administered by the County at no cost to the applicant. DRIVER LICENSE: Possession of a valid California Driver License may be required for some positions. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Regular positions are subject to a probationary period which is an extension of the selection process. Unless otherwise indicated on the announcement, the probationary period is six (6) months. AGENCY SHOP/FAIR SHARE FEE: Some positions require, as a condition of continued employment, that the person either: 1. Become a union member; 2. Pay a fair share fee to the union; or, 3. Meet specific requirements under which an equivalent amount must be paid to a charity. FINGERPRINTING AND CRIMINAL RECORD CHECKS: Fingerprinting and criminal record checks are required for some positions. Closing Date/Time: 4/24/2024 5:00 PM Pacific