JOB SUMMARY Open Until Filled - First Review of Applications on September 6, 2024. JOB SUMMARY The Water Quality Supervisor is responsible for coordinating, planning, and facilitating the daily operations of the Water Quality Compliance Section including monitoring the safety of all Water Quality personnel; reviewing, preparing and maintaining regulatory compliance documentation; responding to public inquiries and complaints; and supervising assigned personnel. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Set goals for employee performance and deadlines that complies with the Water Quality's key objectives by organizing workflow and ensuring that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks. Monitors employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching. May performs the duties of the Manager, as required, when the Manager is absent.Responsible for coordinating and facilitating the City's TCEQ approved public drinking water monitoring plan, Industrial Pretreatment Program, and Laboratory Quality Assurance Plan.Reviews, evaluates, and monitors the City's compliance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations governing the Public Water System, Industrial Pretreatment Program, and Water Quality Laboratory Program.Assists in preparing TCEQ compliance reports.Prepares and maintains all relevant files and records for all EPA, TCEQ, and other regulatory compliance inspections and audits. Drafts correspondence, to include but not limited to, notices of violations for the Industrial Pretreatment Program.Responds to EPA/TCEQ notices regarding inspections and audit activities; facilitates the timely correction of deficiencies as required.Conducts field inspections of the permitted Significant Industrial Users.Works collaboratively with other City departments to ensure compliance with all approved water quality programs by developing and preparing workplans to ensure timely completion of sampling requirements.Reviews sewer surcharge fees based on data gathered from field samples; ensures charges are accurate and completed on schedule.Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Chemical, Environmental, Biological Sciences or other related field of study including 24 hours of Chemistry or; Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry or Environmental Sciences, including 16 semester hours of Biology or Microbiology and 16 hours of chemistry. Five years progressively responsible experience (sampling, planning, and/or coordinating) regulatory compliance programs for TCEQ Public Water Supply and/or Industrial Pretreatment Program and/or NELAP Laboratory, including two years in a lead or supervisory capacity. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License within 30 days of hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of City, State and Federal laws, and regulations concerning public drinking water, industrial wastewater pretreatment, and NELAP Laboratory.TCEQ Licensing: Class C Water Operator and Class C Wastewater Treatment Operator and/or Collections II license.Experience conducting water quality analyses in the use of computerized analytical instrumentation.Experience with quality assurance/quality control requirements for NELAP Laboratory.Experience working with water quality sampling field equipment such as composite samplers, pH/conductivity multi-meters, and colorimeters (disinfection residual analyzers).Experience collecting bacteriological and disinfection residual samples for public water supply and collecting wastewater samples from industrial and commercial wastewater dischargers.Experience and/or GIS certification. CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS CORE COMPETENCIES Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience to be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.Strong leadership and excellent communication skills with an aptitude for collaboration.Effective verbal and written communication skill.Basic computer skills to check emails and enter time worked; Intermediate computer skills to draft reports and regulatory correspondence, create workplans and maintain compliance database.Must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, contractors, laboratories, and the public.Planning, organizational and follow-through skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Physical requirements include lifting up to 10 pounds rarely. Subject to fine dexterity, vision and hearing constantly; sitting and talking frequently; standing, walking, handling and foot controls occasionally; lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing and balancing rarely. Working conditions involve occasional exposure to wastewater and infectious diseases when conducting inspections The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance. 2023 Benefits Guide BENEFITS Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO Plan Prescription Drug Plan Wellness Initiatives Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7 Dental Plan Davis Vision Insurance Base Vision Plan Premium Vision Plan Laser Vision Correction discounts Retirement Texas MunicipalRetirement System (TMRS) Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Flexible Spending Accounts City paid Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Vacation Sick Leave Holidays Longevity Pay Tuition Reimbursement Activity Center Membership Direct Deposit The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 24, 2024
Full Time
JOB SUMMARY Open Until Filled - First Review of Applications on September 6, 2024. JOB SUMMARY The Water Quality Supervisor is responsible for coordinating, planning, and facilitating the daily operations of the Water Quality Compliance Section including monitoring the safety of all Water Quality personnel; reviewing, preparing and maintaining regulatory compliance documentation; responding to public inquiries and complaints; and supervising assigned personnel. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Set goals for employee performance and deadlines that complies with the Water Quality's key objectives by organizing workflow and ensuring that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks. Monitors employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching. May performs the duties of the Manager, as required, when the Manager is absent.Responsible for coordinating and facilitating the City's TCEQ approved public drinking water monitoring plan, Industrial Pretreatment Program, and Laboratory Quality Assurance Plan.Reviews, evaluates, and monitors the City's compliance with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations governing the Public Water System, Industrial Pretreatment Program, and Water Quality Laboratory Program.Assists in preparing TCEQ compliance reports.Prepares and maintains all relevant files and records for all EPA, TCEQ, and other regulatory compliance inspections and audits. Drafts correspondence, to include but not limited to, notices of violations for the Industrial Pretreatment Program.Responds to EPA/TCEQ notices regarding inspections and audit activities; facilitates the timely correction of deficiencies as required.Conducts field inspections of the permitted Significant Industrial Users.Works collaboratively with other City departments to ensure compliance with all approved water quality programs by developing and preparing workplans to ensure timely completion of sampling requirements.Reviews sewer surcharge fees based on data gathered from field samples; ensures charges are accurate and completed on schedule.Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Chemical, Environmental, Biological Sciences or other related field of study including 24 hours of Chemistry or; Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry or Environmental Sciences, including 16 semester hours of Biology or Microbiology and 16 hours of chemistry. Five years progressively responsible experience (sampling, planning, and/or coordinating) regulatory compliance programs for TCEQ Public Water Supply and/or Industrial Pretreatment Program and/or NELAP Laboratory, including two years in a lead or supervisory capacity. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License within 30 days of hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of City, State and Federal laws, and regulations concerning public drinking water, industrial wastewater pretreatment, and NELAP Laboratory.TCEQ Licensing: Class C Water Operator and Class C Wastewater Treatment Operator and/or Collections II license.Experience conducting water quality analyses in the use of computerized analytical instrumentation.Experience with quality assurance/quality control requirements for NELAP Laboratory.Experience working with water quality sampling field equipment such as composite samplers, pH/conductivity multi-meters, and colorimeters (disinfection residual analyzers).Experience collecting bacteriological and disinfection residual samples for public water supply and collecting wastewater samples from industrial and commercial wastewater dischargers.Experience and/or GIS certification. CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS CORE COMPETENCIES Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience to be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.Strong leadership and excellent communication skills with an aptitude for collaboration.Effective verbal and written communication skill.Basic computer skills to check emails and enter time worked; Intermediate computer skills to draft reports and regulatory correspondence, create workplans and maintain compliance database.Must be able to maintain positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, contractors, laboratories, and the public.Planning, organizational and follow-through skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Physical requirements include lifting up to 10 pounds rarely. Subject to fine dexterity, vision and hearing constantly; sitting and talking frequently; standing, walking, handling and foot controls occasionally; lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing and balancing rarely. Working conditions involve occasional exposure to wastewater and infectious diseases when conducting inspections The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance. 2023 Benefits Guide BENEFITS Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage United Healthcare Choice Plus PPO Plan Prescription Drug Plan Wellness Initiatives Virtual Doctor Visits 24/7 Dental Plan Davis Vision Insurance Base Vision Plan Premium Vision Plan Laser Vision Correction discounts Retirement Texas MunicipalRetirement System (TMRS) Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Flexible Spending Accounts City paid Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Vacation Sick Leave Holidays Longevity Pay Tuition Reimbursement Activity Center Membership Direct Deposit The City of San Marcos strives to provide employees with an opportunity for a flexible and positive work/life balance. Employees in eligible positions are offered remote telework options of up to two days per week or 40% of an employee's scheduled work hours. Remote telework eligibility will be determined by department directors to ensure the City provides quality services. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Irvine Ranch Water District, CA
Irvine, California, United States
General Description Irvine Ranch Water District is currently accepting applications for an Operator III in our Recycling Operations 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 Operator III's perform the more complex and difficult work activities related to the operation of sewage treatment and recycling processes and equipment. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Operators with a valid Grade III Wastewater Operator Certificate from the California State Water Resources Control Board or higher, are the advanced journey levels in this class. Incumbents perform the full range of skilled plant operations and maintenance tasks and at any time may oversee the work of lower grade operators. Assignments are varied and require sound judgment and initiative. Incumbents are required to accept standby duty, make process adjustments from a laptop computer or provided electronic device, and/or respond to the appropriate facility to address process problems and equipment malfunctions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under minimal supervision, oversee and participate in the work activities of staff responsible for performing operational duties related to the operation of sewage and recycling processes and equipment. Operate and monitor the operation of sewage and recycling processes in order to produce a quality tertiary effluent, consistently meet recycled water distribution requirements and consistently achieve 100% compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental permit requirements, including biosolids regulations. Perform all assigned operational duties required to operate the plant efficiently and for responding to emergencies and changing conditions within the plant, including: daily plant process and equipment inspections; review of process performance; process efficiency testing; process control calculations and spreadsheets; solids handling and disposal; maintaining a daily log of operations; ordering and receiving bulk chemical deliveries; dissolved oxygen profile testing; 30-minute settling Sludge Volume Index (SVI) testing, chlorine residual testing; turbidity testing; H2S testing; ambient air monitoring, micro-organism examination; and a variety of other test including calibration and maintenance of monitoring equipment; including regulatory compliance data review. Possess and apply knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques for operating pumps, valves, electric motors, diesel engines and electronic, computerized and manual control systems; functions and servicing requirements of the equipment used in a recycling facility; principles, methods, practices and techniques utilized in chemical, bacteriological and biological analyses; relevant federal and state laws and regulations; computer applications related to the work, including modern, state-of-the-art process control and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Operate a variety of pumping, treatment and control equipment and machinery, including digital control equipment; accurately read meters, gauges, valve books, blueprints and schematic drawings; make mathematic calculations, including metrics; prepare basic records and reports of work performed; operate and maintain hand and power tools pertaining to the work. Make adjustments and/or recommend operational changes to maintain and improve treatment efficiency. Record flow and hour meter readings from gauges, graphs, and related instrumentation and make appropriate calculations as required. Perform routine and non-routine assigned operational duties. Assist with the planning, implementation and monitoring of routine and non-routine assigned operational duties by reviewing operations work schedule, planned operational duties, special projects, and scheduled coordination with contractors. Effectively communicate all facts essential to the efficient operation of the reclamation plant and report all operating problems or emergencies immediately to the Operations Supervisor or the Operations Manager. Trouble-shoot and report variations in operating conditions, report findings to the Operations Supervisor and make recommendations to address changes, in order to prevent a process imbalance, plant upset and/or compliance issue. Effectively communicate and interface frequently with other departments, contractors, and occasionally with regulatory agencies. Assist with review and updating of Standard Operational Procedures, (SOP's), Energy Control Procedures (ECP's), Job Safety Analysis (JSA's), confined space inventory, and specialized operational safety procedures. Assist in the preparation of reports summarizing treatment plant operational activities, including: process performance and efficiency; equipment operation; work performed; and materials used. Assist in the preparation of a weekly and monthly report detailing unit process efficiencies, flows and cost of operation. Identify source(s) of existing or potential operational and mechanical problems with treatment processes, operational procedures and mechanical equipment and work efficiently to correct, troubleshoot and diagnose process and equipment malfunctions. Assist with or leads in projects such as: tank dewatering, cleaning operations and preparation of mechanical equipment to facilitate repairs and replacement by the Mechanical Maintenance Department. Clean and consistently maintain assigned treatment plant facilities and equipment. Lead and participate in performing housekeeping and maintaining the entire treatment facility. Monitor collection system lift stations; inspect collection system lift stations on a regularly scheduled basis; service equipment and machinery in lift stations and report the need for repairs. Inspect the operation of sewage treatment plant including recycling pumps, motors, structures, tanks, and equipment and assist with scheduling and coordination of mechanical work activities with the Maintenance Department for timely and appropriate repair and/or replacement of treatment process mechanical and related equipment. Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for the creation of work orders. Submit purchase requests for equipment, materials and chemicals within the Agency's system programs and network for the continuous operation of the treatment plant. Monitor spare parts and daily expendables inventory. Assist in ensuring inventory is maintained at an acceptable level via purchase orders. Verify shipments to ensure they are complete and correct then administrate correct storage. Possess process treatment knowledge and experience to efficiently, safely, and cost effectively maintains all recycling plant process systems. Assist with coordination, scheduling and inspection of contract maintenance work and participate in special operational and maintenance projects including Capital Projects. Participate in the development, counseling and training of treatment plant operators. May be required to work varying shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, on-call duty (Standby Program) and respond to call backs. May be required to work alone on weekends and holidays. Incumbent may be required to work any of the District's work schedules including weekends and holidays. Assigned work shift and/or assigned work location may be changed from time to time at discretion of the District. Respond to emergency situations during off-hours as required. Participate in Emergency Standby Program at the sole discretion of the District. Assist in presenting safety topics at the bi weekly department safety meetings. Conduct or assist with preparation of plant tours. In the absence of the Operations Supervisor, will perform his/her duties. Comply with safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. May be required to serve on the District Hazardous Materials Response Team and respond to emergency situations and/or chemical spills. Participate on process teams and committees as required. Minimum Education, Training and Experience Education High school graduation or equivalent is required. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Completion of 30 college level units relating to water/sewage treatment or environmental studies is preferred. Associates degree in Water/Sewage is preferred. Experience Three (3) years of experience in a Grade V wastewater recycling facility, incorporating biological pond treatment, preliminary and primary treatment, Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) activated sludge treatment, tertiary treatment, membrane treatment, and solids handling facilities, is required. Ability to read and interpret standard operating procedures (SOPs), blueprints, schematics, operational/maintenance manuals, required facility permits, and the ability to follow written and verbal instruction is required. Hazardous materials response experience is desirable. Certifications Valid Class C California Driver's license is required. Valid Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plan Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required. 40 hour Emergency Response, Hazardous Materials Technician Certificate or ability to receive within 12 months from date of hire may be required. Related Collections System Maintenance, Water Treatment, and/or Water Distribution certifications are highly desirable. 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. The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both orally and written. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management, contractors and vendors. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with outside contractors and regulatory 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 perform basic mathematical functions, including college level algebra and geometry. Must be able to perform algebraic and geometry calculations and water/sewage calculations and formulas. Technology Ability Must be familiar with and be able to utilize Microsoft Office Suite. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use professional, personal judgment, and discretion in performing all job functions. Physical Requirements Will lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis. Must be respirator fit-tested annually. Must be clean shaven at all times such that facial hair does not interfere with the fit of self-contained breathing apparatus. Ability to exert moderately heavy physical effort in moderate to heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, twisting and pulling. Ability to operate equipment and machinery with some requiring complex and rapid adjustments, such as power hand and shop tools, shovel, motor vehicles, compressors, hoists, ladders, drafting tools, etc. Environmental Adaptability Ability to work under sometimes uncomfortable conditions with exposure to environmental factors such as raw sewage, toxic agents, wildlife, disease, equipment, traffic, or machinery. Ability to work in a confined space environment and in high locations. Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, Irvine Ranch Water District employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. 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. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
General Description Irvine Ranch Water District is currently accepting applications for an Operator III in our Recycling Operations 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 Operator III's perform the more complex and difficult work activities related to the operation of sewage treatment and recycling processes and equipment. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Operators with a valid Grade III Wastewater Operator Certificate from the California State Water Resources Control Board or higher, are the advanced journey levels in this class. Incumbents perform the full range of skilled plant operations and maintenance tasks and at any time may oversee the work of lower grade operators. Assignments are varied and require sound judgment and initiative. Incumbents are required to accept standby duty, make process adjustments from a laptop computer or provided electronic device, and/or respond to the appropriate facility to address process problems and equipment malfunctions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Under minimal supervision, oversee and participate in the work activities of staff responsible for performing operational duties related to the operation of sewage and recycling processes and equipment. Operate and monitor the operation of sewage and recycling processes in order to produce a quality tertiary effluent, consistently meet recycled water distribution requirements and consistently achieve 100% compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental permit requirements, including biosolids regulations. Perform all assigned operational duties required to operate the plant efficiently and for responding to emergencies and changing conditions within the plant, including: daily plant process and equipment inspections; review of process performance; process efficiency testing; process control calculations and spreadsheets; solids handling and disposal; maintaining a daily log of operations; ordering and receiving bulk chemical deliveries; dissolved oxygen profile testing; 30-minute settling Sludge Volume Index (SVI) testing, chlorine residual testing; turbidity testing; H2S testing; ambient air monitoring, micro-organism examination; and a variety of other test including calibration and maintenance of monitoring equipment; including regulatory compliance data review. Possess and apply knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques for operating pumps, valves, electric motors, diesel engines and electronic, computerized and manual control systems; functions and servicing requirements of the equipment used in a recycling facility; principles, methods, practices and techniques utilized in chemical, bacteriological and biological analyses; relevant federal and state laws and regulations; computer applications related to the work, including modern, state-of-the-art process control and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Operate a variety of pumping, treatment and control equipment and machinery, including digital control equipment; accurately read meters, gauges, valve books, blueprints and schematic drawings; make mathematic calculations, including metrics; prepare basic records and reports of work performed; operate and maintain hand and power tools pertaining to the work. Make adjustments and/or recommend operational changes to maintain and improve treatment efficiency. Record flow and hour meter readings from gauges, graphs, and related instrumentation and make appropriate calculations as required. Perform routine and non-routine assigned operational duties. Assist with the planning, implementation and monitoring of routine and non-routine assigned operational duties by reviewing operations work schedule, planned operational duties, special projects, and scheduled coordination with contractors. Effectively communicate all facts essential to the efficient operation of the reclamation plant and report all operating problems or emergencies immediately to the Operations Supervisor or the Operations Manager. Trouble-shoot and report variations in operating conditions, report findings to the Operations Supervisor and make recommendations to address changes, in order to prevent a process imbalance, plant upset and/or compliance issue. Effectively communicate and interface frequently with other departments, contractors, and occasionally with regulatory agencies. Assist with review and updating of Standard Operational Procedures, (SOP's), Energy Control Procedures (ECP's), Job Safety Analysis (JSA's), confined space inventory, and specialized operational safety procedures. Assist in the preparation of reports summarizing treatment plant operational activities, including: process performance and efficiency; equipment operation; work performed; and materials used. Assist in the preparation of a weekly and monthly report detailing unit process efficiencies, flows and cost of operation. Identify source(s) of existing or potential operational and mechanical problems with treatment processes, operational procedures and mechanical equipment and work efficiently to correct, troubleshoot and diagnose process and equipment malfunctions. Assist with or leads in projects such as: tank dewatering, cleaning operations and preparation of mechanical equipment to facilitate repairs and replacement by the Mechanical Maintenance Department. Clean and consistently maintain assigned treatment plant facilities and equipment. Lead and participate in performing housekeeping and maintaining the entire treatment facility. Monitor collection system lift stations; inspect collection system lift stations on a regularly scheduled basis; service equipment and machinery in lift stations and report the need for repairs. Inspect the operation of sewage treatment plant including recycling pumps, motors, structures, tanks, and equipment and assist with scheduling and coordination of mechanical work activities with the Maintenance Department for timely and appropriate repair and/or replacement of treatment process mechanical and related equipment. Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for the creation of work orders. Submit purchase requests for equipment, materials and chemicals within the Agency's system programs and network for the continuous operation of the treatment plant. Monitor spare parts and daily expendables inventory. Assist in ensuring inventory is maintained at an acceptable level via purchase orders. Verify shipments to ensure they are complete and correct then administrate correct storage. Possess process treatment knowledge and experience to efficiently, safely, and cost effectively maintains all recycling plant process systems. Assist with coordination, scheduling and inspection of contract maintenance work and participate in special operational and maintenance projects including Capital Projects. Participate in the development, counseling and training of treatment plant operators. May be required to work varying shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, on-call duty (Standby Program) and respond to call backs. May be required to work alone on weekends and holidays. Incumbent may be required to work any of the District's work schedules including weekends and holidays. Assigned work shift and/or assigned work location may be changed from time to time at discretion of the District. Respond to emergency situations during off-hours as required. Participate in Emergency Standby Program at the sole discretion of the District. Assist in presenting safety topics at the bi weekly department safety meetings. Conduct or assist with preparation of plant tours. In the absence of the Operations Supervisor, will perform his/her duties. Comply with safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. May be required to serve on the District Hazardous Materials Response Team and respond to emergency situations and/or chemical spills. Participate on process teams and committees as required. Minimum Education, Training and Experience Education High school graduation or equivalent is required. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Completion of 30 college level units relating to water/sewage treatment or environmental studies is preferred. Associates degree in Water/Sewage is preferred. Experience Three (3) years of experience in a Grade V wastewater recycling facility, incorporating biological pond treatment, preliminary and primary treatment, Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) activated sludge treatment, tertiary treatment, membrane treatment, and solids handling facilities, is required. Ability to read and interpret standard operating procedures (SOPs), blueprints, schematics, operational/maintenance manuals, required facility permits, and the ability to follow written and verbal instruction is required. Hazardous materials response experience is desirable. Certifications Valid Class C California Driver's license is required. Valid Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plan Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required. 40 hour Emergency Response, Hazardous Materials Technician Certificate or ability to receive within 12 months from date of hire may be required. Related Collections System Maintenance, Water Treatment, and/or Water Distribution certifications are highly desirable. 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. The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both orally and written. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management, contractors and vendors. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with outside contractors and regulatory 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 perform basic mathematical functions, including college level algebra and geometry. Must be able to perform algebraic and geometry calculations and water/sewage calculations and formulas. Technology Ability Must be familiar with and be able to utilize Microsoft Office Suite. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use professional, personal judgment, and discretion in performing all job functions. Physical Requirements Will lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis. Must be respirator fit-tested annually. Must be clean shaven at all times such that facial hair does not interfere with the fit of self-contained breathing apparatus. Ability to exert moderately heavy physical effort in moderate to heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, twisting and pulling. Ability to operate equipment and machinery with some requiring complex and rapid adjustments, such as power hand and shop tools, shovel, motor vehicles, compressors, hoists, ladders, drafting tools, etc. Environmental Adaptability Ability to work under sometimes uncomfortable conditions with exposure to environmental factors such as raw sewage, toxic agents, wildlife, disease, equipment, traffic, or machinery. Ability to work in a confined space environment and in high locations. Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, Irvine Ranch Water District employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. 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. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Irvine Ranch Water District, CA
Irvine, California, United States
General Description We are excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the position of Metering Systems Technician III. 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: The Metering Systems Technician III is responsible for installation, testing, replacement and repair of all size meters, both in the field and meter shop for domestic, untreated and recycled water distribution systems and for maintaining all District meter information. The ideal candidate is someone with mechanical skills and knowledge of various tasks related to meter maintenance and calibration requirements. This person is self-motivated, a self-starter, who provides excellent customer service; focused on safety and maintaining professionalism and is detail oriented, dependable and flexible while using critical thinking skills to problem solve. Leadership, Traffic control requirements and Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) database experience is desired . Distinguishing Characteristics: The Metering Systems Technician III position is distinguished from the Metering Systems Technician I and II by the following: In the absence of the Water Maintenance Supervisor, responsible for supervising the crew, preparing work schedules, daily/weekly logs and reports and administrative responsibility for the work order system. Assist in the training of Metering Systems Technician in proper procedures and responsibilities in both routine and emergency situations and provide on-the-job training. Make recommendations to the Supervisor regarding the selection, counseling and training of employees. May initiate purchase requisitions and material sign out sheets. Provide input to the Supervisor for reviews and performance evaluations of Metering Systems Technicians. Responsible for the Large Meter Maintenance Program, including all maintenance databases. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Install, maintain, test, calibrate, repair, troubleshoot and make recommendations for modification to all sizes (5/8" to 36") and types of District meters including: positive displacement, turbine, single jet and propeller. Read and interpret blueprints and installation manuals for metering systems and provide technical support and advice to other departments or outside customers. Coordinate with electrical and other departments regarding type of equipment and parts needed. Perform preventive and demand maintenance on all District meters utilizing the Customer Care & Billing System (CC&B) and the Computerized Maintenance Management System - Tabware (CMMS) or other computerized programs. Diagnose meter failures and repair/replace as appropriate. Provide miscellaneous support to other Operations and Maintenance groups regarding any systems maintenance. Ensure maintenance of stock and supply of meters and meter repair parts. Advise and request from supervisor, requisition of supplies, materials, tools and equipment. Coordinate with Engineering Department on new meter installations with customers, contractors and developers for recycled and domestic water meters 2" and smaller. Ensure customer and interdepartmental coordination for water interruption to perform meter maintenance. Comply with District Dechlorination Procedures. May be required to participate in District Standby Program. Comply with District safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Minimum Education, Training and Experience Education: High School graduation or equivalent. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Experience: Three (3) years of experience testing or replacing/repairing or calibrating meters (5/8" through 36") in either the field or shop settings. Familiarity with hand and power tools. License/Certification(s): California State Water Resources Control Board Grade III Water Distribution Certificate is required. Valid California Class C Driver's License is required. 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. The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management, customers 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 water formulas and interpret applicable tables and charts. Knowledge of algebra. Technology Ability Familiarity with Windows based computerized environment and Preventive Maintenance data base programs desirable. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Must exercise independent judgment when making decisions involving specific job functions, shutdowns and most efficient utilization of staff and equipment in the absence of the Supervisor. Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis and up to 80 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 moderate to 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 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. Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, Irvine Ranch Water District employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. 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. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
General Description We are excited to announce that we are accepting applications for the position of Metering Systems Technician III. 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: The Metering Systems Technician III is responsible for installation, testing, replacement and repair of all size meters, both in the field and meter shop for domestic, untreated and recycled water distribution systems and for maintaining all District meter information. The ideal candidate is someone with mechanical skills and knowledge of various tasks related to meter maintenance and calibration requirements. This person is self-motivated, a self-starter, who provides excellent customer service; focused on safety and maintaining professionalism and is detail oriented, dependable and flexible while using critical thinking skills to problem solve. Leadership, Traffic control requirements and Computer Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) database experience is desired . Distinguishing Characteristics: The Metering Systems Technician III position is distinguished from the Metering Systems Technician I and II by the following: In the absence of the Water Maintenance Supervisor, responsible for supervising the crew, preparing work schedules, daily/weekly logs and reports and administrative responsibility for the work order system. Assist in the training of Metering Systems Technician in proper procedures and responsibilities in both routine and emergency situations and provide on-the-job training. Make recommendations to the Supervisor regarding the selection, counseling and training of employees. May initiate purchase requisitions and material sign out sheets. Provide input to the Supervisor for reviews and performance evaluations of Metering Systems Technicians. Responsible for the Large Meter Maintenance Program, including all maintenance databases. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Install, maintain, test, calibrate, repair, troubleshoot and make recommendations for modification to all sizes (5/8" to 36") and types of District meters including: positive displacement, turbine, single jet and propeller. Read and interpret blueprints and installation manuals for metering systems and provide technical support and advice to other departments or outside customers. Coordinate with electrical and other departments regarding type of equipment and parts needed. Perform preventive and demand maintenance on all District meters utilizing the Customer Care & Billing System (CC&B) and the Computerized Maintenance Management System - Tabware (CMMS) or other computerized programs. Diagnose meter failures and repair/replace as appropriate. Provide miscellaneous support to other Operations and Maintenance groups regarding any systems maintenance. Ensure maintenance of stock and supply of meters and meter repair parts. Advise and request from supervisor, requisition of supplies, materials, tools and equipment. Coordinate with Engineering Department on new meter installations with customers, contractors and developers for recycled and domestic water meters 2" and smaller. Ensure customer and interdepartmental coordination for water interruption to perform meter maintenance. Comply with District Dechlorination Procedures. May be required to participate in District Standby Program. Comply with District safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Minimum Education, Training and Experience Education: High School graduation or equivalent. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Experience: Three (3) years of experience testing or replacing/repairing or calibrating meters (5/8" through 36") in either the field or shop settings. Familiarity with hand and power tools. License/Certification(s): California State Water Resources Control Board Grade III Water Distribution Certificate is required. Valid California Class C Driver's License is required. 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. The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management, customers 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 water formulas and interpret applicable tables and charts. Knowledge of algebra. Technology Ability Familiarity with Windows based computerized environment and Preventive Maintenance data base programs desirable. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Must exercise independent judgment when making decisions involving specific job functions, shutdowns and most efficient utilization of staff and equipment in the absence of the Supervisor. Physical Requirements Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis and up to 80 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 moderate to 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 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. Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, Irvine Ranch Water District employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. 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. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Irvine Ranch Water District, CA
Irvine, California, United States
General Description Irvine Ranch Water District is currently accepting applications for an Operator II in our Recycling Operations 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, Operator II's perform work activities related to the operation of sewage treatment and recycling processes and equipment. Monitor treatment process operation and performance. Make adjustments to treatment processes and equipment. Perform established treatment and quality control activities in order to consistently meet effluent discharge requirements, standards and regulations. Incumbent may be required to work stand-by on a rotational basis and report to work on a callback basis as needed. Standby assignment is at the discretion of the Operations Manager. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Recycling Operations Operator II classification is distinguished from the Recycling Operations Operator I classification in that this classification is the beginning of the journey level for the series and is required to possess a California Water Resources Control Board issued Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate at the time of employment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Meet reclaimed water distribution requirements and consistently achieve 100% compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental permit requirements. Perform all assigned operational duties required to operate the plant efficiently and for responding to emergencies and changing conditions within the plant, including: daily plant process and equipment inspections; review of process performance; process efficiency testing; solids handling and disposal; maintenance of daily log of operations; order and receive bulk chemical deliveries; Dissolved Oxygen profile testing; 30-minute settling Sludge Volume Index (SVI) testing; chlorine residual testing; turbidity testing; H2S testing; micro-organism examination; calibration and maintenance of monitoring equipment. Make adjustments and/or recommend operational changes to maintain and improve treatment efficiency. Record flow and hour meter readings from gauges, graphs, and related instrumentation and make appropriate calculations as required. Effectively communicate all facts essential to the efficient operation of the reclamation plant and report all operating problems or emergencies immediately to a higher grade operator, supervisor, or manager as available. Trouble-shoot variations in operating conditions and report findings as directed to prevent a process imbalance or upset. Effectively communicate and interact frequently with other departments. Identify sources of existing or potential operational and mechanical problems with treatment processes and mechanical equipment. Work efficiently to correct, troubleshoot, diagnose and process equipment malfunctions. Assist with projects such as tank dewatering, cleaning operations and preparation of mechanical equipment to facilitate repairs and replacement as needed. Perform routine housekeeping and maintenance of assigned treatment plant facilities and equipment. Inspect the operation of sewage treatment plant including recycling pumps, motors, structures, tanks, and equipment and submit work orders for timely and appropriate repair and/or replacement of treatment process mechanical and related equipment. Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for the creation of work orders. Submit purchase requests for equipment, materials and chemicals. Verify shipments to ensure they are complete and correct. Maintain all recycling plant process systems in an efficient, safe and cost effective manner Attend appropriate safety training regarding job duties. Assist in presenting safety topics at the bi-weekly department safety meetings. Report safety violations or safety hazards to management and the Safety Office as soon as possible after awareness. May be required to respond to a hazardous materials emergency situation and/or chemical spill. Comply with safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Minimum Education, Training and Experience Education High Sch ool graduation or equivalent. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Completion of 15 college level units related to water/sewage treatment or environmental studies, and/or Water/Sewage Associates Degree is preferred. Experience Two (2) years of experience in the operation of a sewage treatment plant, incorporating biological pond treatment, preliminary and primary treatment, Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) activated sludge treatment, tertiary treatment, and solids handling facilities is required. Ability to read and interpret standard operating procedures (SOPs), operational manuals and required facility permits is required. Hazardous materials response experience is desirable. Certifications Valid Class C California Driver's license is required. Valid Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plan Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required. 40 hour Emergency Response, Hazardous Materials Technician Certificate or ability to receive within 12 months from date of hire may be required. Related Collections System Maintenance, Water Treatment, and/or Water Distribution certifications are highly desirable. 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. The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both orally and written. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management, contractors and vendors. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with outside contractors and regulatory 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 perform basic mathematical functions, including college level algebra and geometry. Must be able to perform algebraic and geometry calculations and water/sewage calculations and formulas. Technology Ability Must be familiar with and be able to utilize Microsoft Office Suite. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use professional personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Physical Requirements Will lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis. Must be respirator fit-tested annually. Must be clean shaven at alltimes such that facial hair does not interfere with the fit of self-contained breathing apparatus. Ability to exert moderately heavy physical effort in moderate to heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, twisting and pulling. Ability to operate equipment and machinery with some requiring complex and rapid adjustments, such as power hand and shop tools, shovel, motor vehicles, compressors, hoists, ladders, drafting tools, etc. Environmental Adaptability Ability to work under sometimes uncomfortable conditions with exposure to environmental factors such as raw sewage, toxic agents, wildlife, disease, equipment, traffic, or machinery. Ability to work in a confined space environment and in high locations. Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, Irvine Ranch Water District employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. 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. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
General Description Irvine Ranch Water District is currently accepting applications for an Operator II in our Recycling Operations 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, Operator II's perform work activities related to the operation of sewage treatment and recycling processes and equipment. Monitor treatment process operation and performance. Make adjustments to treatment processes and equipment. Perform established treatment and quality control activities in order to consistently meet effluent discharge requirements, standards and regulations. Incumbent may be required to work stand-by on a rotational basis and report to work on a callback basis as needed. Standby assignment is at the discretion of the Operations Manager. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Recycling Operations Operator II classification is distinguished from the Recycling Operations Operator I classification in that this classification is the beginning of the journey level for the series and is required to possess a California Water Resources Control Board issued Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate at the time of employment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Meet reclaimed water distribution requirements and consistently achieve 100% compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental permit requirements. Perform all assigned operational duties required to operate the plant efficiently and for responding to emergencies and changing conditions within the plant, including: daily plant process and equipment inspections; review of process performance; process efficiency testing; solids handling and disposal; maintenance of daily log of operations; order and receive bulk chemical deliveries; Dissolved Oxygen profile testing; 30-minute settling Sludge Volume Index (SVI) testing; chlorine residual testing; turbidity testing; H2S testing; micro-organism examination; calibration and maintenance of monitoring equipment. Make adjustments and/or recommend operational changes to maintain and improve treatment efficiency. Record flow and hour meter readings from gauges, graphs, and related instrumentation and make appropriate calculations as required. Effectively communicate all facts essential to the efficient operation of the reclamation plant and report all operating problems or emergencies immediately to a higher grade operator, supervisor, or manager as available. Trouble-shoot variations in operating conditions and report findings as directed to prevent a process imbalance or upset. Effectively communicate and interact frequently with other departments. Identify sources of existing or potential operational and mechanical problems with treatment processes and mechanical equipment. Work efficiently to correct, troubleshoot, diagnose and process equipment malfunctions. Assist with projects such as tank dewatering, cleaning operations and preparation of mechanical equipment to facilitate repairs and replacement as needed. Perform routine housekeeping and maintenance of assigned treatment plant facilities and equipment. Inspect the operation of sewage treatment plant including recycling pumps, motors, structures, tanks, and equipment and submit work orders for timely and appropriate repair and/or replacement of treatment process mechanical and related equipment. Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for the creation of work orders. Submit purchase requests for equipment, materials and chemicals. Verify shipments to ensure they are complete and correct. Maintain all recycling plant process systems in an efficient, safe and cost effective manner Attend appropriate safety training regarding job duties. Assist in presenting safety topics at the bi-weekly department safety meetings. Report safety violations or safety hazards to management and the Safety Office as soon as possible after awareness. May be required to respond to a hazardous materials emergency situation and/or chemical spill. Comply with safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Minimum Education, Training and Experience Education High Sch ool graduation or equivalent. For degrees obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required. Completion of 15 college level units related to water/sewage treatment or environmental studies, and/or Water/Sewage Associates Degree is preferred. Experience Two (2) years of experience in the operation of a sewage treatment plant, incorporating biological pond treatment, preliminary and primary treatment, Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) activated sludge treatment, tertiary treatment, and solids handling facilities is required. Ability to read and interpret standard operating procedures (SOPs), operational manuals and required facility permits is required. Hazardous materials response experience is desirable. Certifications Valid Class C California Driver's license is required. Valid Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plan Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required. 40 hour Emergency Response, Hazardous Materials Technician Certificate or ability to receive within 12 months from date of hire may be required. Related Collections System Maintenance, Water Treatment, and/or Water Distribution certifications are highly desirable. 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. The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to effectively communicate both orally and written. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office/field employees, management, contractors and vendors. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with outside contractors and regulatory 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 perform basic mathematical functions, including college level algebra and geometry. Must be able to perform algebraic and geometry calculations and water/sewage calculations and formulas. Technology Ability Must be familiar with and be able to utilize Microsoft Office Suite. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use professional personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Physical Requirements Will lift 50 lbs. on a routine basis. Must be respirator fit-tested annually. Must be clean shaven at alltimes such that facial hair does not interfere with the fit of self-contained breathing apparatus. Ability to exert moderately heavy physical effort in moderate to heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, twisting and pulling. Ability to operate equipment and machinery with some requiring complex and rapid adjustments, such as power hand and shop tools, shovel, motor vehicles, compressors, hoists, ladders, drafting tools, etc. Environmental Adaptability Ability to work under sometimes uncomfortable conditions with exposure to environmental factors such as raw sewage, toxic agents, wildlife, disease, equipment, traffic, or machinery. Ability to work in a confined space environment and in high locations. Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, Irvine Ranch Water District employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. 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. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut-off dates are Monthly: 8/31/24, 9/30/24, 10/31/24, 11/30/24, 12/31/24 THIS POSITION IS FOR THE WATER DIVISION. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. The Utilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent (“Water Production Superintendent”) drives training programs, monitors various projects, maintains records, provides technical expertise, and responds to emergencies. The Water Production team also supports the Storm, Sanitary and Combined Sewer systems with alarm monitoring and operational support during the winter season. Coordination with internal and external groups and asset reliability are key areas of focus. Under limited direction the Utilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent plans, coordinates, supervises, and reviews activities relating to the operations and maintenance of one or more of following the City systems: Drinking water production and treatment Drinking water distribution Drinking water quality, regulatory compliance, and research & development Stormwater drainage and flood control Wastewater collection including the combined sewer system System electrical, instrumentation and SCADA System maintenance and CIPs This position also monitors projects, maintains records, provides technical expertise, and responds to problems and emergencies. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This management-level classification is populated with multiple incumbents. Each Utilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent manages an operational section within a Division in the Department of Utilities. This classification is distinguished from the higher-level classification, Utilities Operations and Maintenance Manager, in that the Utilities Operations & Maintenance Manager has overall administrative oversight for all sections within a Division and assumes responsibility for the department in the absence of the Director. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of the line supervisors in each section in that the latter classification is responsible for planning and supervising the work of crews or skilled and semi-skilled personnel. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Limited direction is provided by the Utilities Operations and Maintenance Manager. Responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision of subordinate supervisors and administrative, professional, technical, and clerical personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plans, schedules, assigns, and supervises daily activities directly and through subordinate supervisors. Coordinates work with contractors, other utilities, and other City departments, divisions, and sections the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater facilities, sewer and drainage stations, water distribution systems, sewage collection systems, and flood control and storm drainage systems. Reviews project plans and drawings, consults with engineers, contractors, other utilities, and City staff regarding projects and project problems; provides technical advice and assistance; and evaluates work and makes change recommendations based on observation and operational problems. Consults with developers and contractors to ensure that City standards are met; ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local rules and regulations to provide critical safeguards against system contamination. Responds to emergencies such as hazard spills, floods, the failure of one or more treatment processes, loss of electrical power, or telemetry failure; and maintains a variety of records and information on the occurrences. Participates in and provides technical expertise and support to the development and implementation of capital improvement and a variety of other projects; and maintains records of work accomplished and prepares reports. Develops, implements, and monitors safe operating procedures and safety programs in the construction, maintenance and operation of the water and wastewater production and treatment facilities and distribution, drainage and sewer systems; inspects work and directs use of the most efficient methods. Prepares and administers budget for assigned section; prepares, reviews, and modifies specifications for specialized equipment and contractual repair services; reviews and approves all orders for necessary maintenance supplies and equipment; and recommends the purchase of major items and items routinely used. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of : Principles and techniques, methods, tools, supplies, materials, and equipment including machine work applicable to heavy industry used in the of maintenance, construction, repair, and replacement of the City's water systems and treatment facilities. Practices, procedures, and operating principles of water and/or wastewater treatment and assurance for water quality. Principles and practices of supervision, training, performance evaluation, and work scheduling. Principles and practices of organization, administration, and budgeting. Occupational hazards, standard safety precautions, applicable labor laws, OSHA and EPA regulations, applicable California Code of Regulations (i.e., 8, 17, 22, 23) Water Resources rules and other laws and regulations pertaining to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. Basic principles and practices of engineering and construction including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting. Quality control measures used for construction projects and environmental issues. Chemical, physical, and bacteriological properties of water. Standard methods for sampling and analyzing water. Linear algebra, chemistry, and microbiology. Underground construction practices and confined space entry guidelines. Ability to : Develop, implement, plan, schedule, and direct construction, repair, maintenance, and research. Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program. Understand and implement appropriate codes, laws, and regulations governing drinking water treatment, distribution, water quality, sewer, and storm drainage collection systems. Monitor and manage the progress of multiple projects simultaneously. Interpret and work from sketches, plans, diagrams, and blueprints. Train, supervise, evaluate, and discipline subordinate personnel. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Develop and write technical and non-technical reports. Use computers and various computer applications. Respond effectively to emergency situations. Develop and maintain a budget. Plan and monitor testing of water samples. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience : Five years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience in the operation of a drinking water treatment plant or wastewater facility. -OR- Five years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience in the repair, construction, and maintenance of: water, sewer, or flood control and storm drainage systems. Education : A Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, or business administration, public administration, or a related field. Substitution : Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License : Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification : For assignments in Water Distribution: Possession of a Grade IV Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required at the time of appointment. For Assignments in Water Treatment: Possession of a T5 Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required at the time of appointment PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application for further consideration by the next posted cut-off date; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as part of the application process ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received will be forwarded to the hiring department for review until the position is filled. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 15, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut-off dates are Monthly: 8/31/24, 9/30/24, 10/31/24, 11/30/24, 12/31/24 THIS POSITION IS FOR THE WATER DIVISION. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. The Utilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent (“Water Production Superintendent”) drives training programs, monitors various projects, maintains records, provides technical expertise, and responds to emergencies. The Water Production team also supports the Storm, Sanitary and Combined Sewer systems with alarm monitoring and operational support during the winter season. Coordination with internal and external groups and asset reliability are key areas of focus. Under limited direction the Utilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent plans, coordinates, supervises, and reviews activities relating to the operations and maintenance of one or more of following the City systems: Drinking water production and treatment Drinking water distribution Drinking water quality, regulatory compliance, and research & development Stormwater drainage and flood control Wastewater collection including the combined sewer system System electrical, instrumentation and SCADA System maintenance and CIPs This position also monitors projects, maintains records, provides technical expertise, and responds to problems and emergencies. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This management-level classification is populated with multiple incumbents. Each Utilities Operations and Maintenance Superintendent manages an operational section within a Division in the Department of Utilities. This classification is distinguished from the higher-level classification, Utilities Operations and Maintenance Manager, in that the Utilities Operations & Maintenance Manager has overall administrative oversight for all sections within a Division and assumes responsibility for the department in the absence of the Director. This classification is distinguished from the next lower classification of the line supervisors in each section in that the latter classification is responsible for planning and supervising the work of crews or skilled and semi-skilled personnel. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Limited direction is provided by the Utilities Operations and Maintenance Manager. Responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision of subordinate supervisors and administrative, professional, technical, and clerical personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plans, schedules, assigns, and supervises daily activities directly and through subordinate supervisors. Coordinates work with contractors, other utilities, and other City departments, divisions, and sections the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of water and wastewater facilities, sewer and drainage stations, water distribution systems, sewage collection systems, and flood control and storm drainage systems. Reviews project plans and drawings, consults with engineers, contractors, other utilities, and City staff regarding projects and project problems; provides technical advice and assistance; and evaluates work and makes change recommendations based on observation and operational problems. Consults with developers and contractors to ensure that City standards are met; ensures compliance with all Federal, State, and local rules and regulations to provide critical safeguards against system contamination. Responds to emergencies such as hazard spills, floods, the failure of one or more treatment processes, loss of electrical power, or telemetry failure; and maintains a variety of records and information on the occurrences. Participates in and provides technical expertise and support to the development and implementation of capital improvement and a variety of other projects; and maintains records of work accomplished and prepares reports. Develops, implements, and monitors safe operating procedures and safety programs in the construction, maintenance and operation of the water and wastewater production and treatment facilities and distribution, drainage and sewer systems; inspects work and directs use of the most efficient methods. Prepares and administers budget for assigned section; prepares, reviews, and modifies specifications for specialized equipment and contractual repair services; reviews and approves all orders for necessary maintenance supplies and equipment; and recommends the purchase of major items and items routinely used. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in this classification. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of : Principles and techniques, methods, tools, supplies, materials, and equipment including machine work applicable to heavy industry used in the of maintenance, construction, repair, and replacement of the City's water systems and treatment facilities. Practices, procedures, and operating principles of water and/or wastewater treatment and assurance for water quality. Principles and practices of supervision, training, performance evaluation, and work scheduling. Principles and practices of organization, administration, and budgeting. Occupational hazards, standard safety precautions, applicable labor laws, OSHA and EPA regulations, applicable California Code of Regulations (i.e., 8, 17, 22, 23) Water Resources rules and other laws and regulations pertaining to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System. Basic principles and practices of engineering and construction including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and painting. Quality control measures used for construction projects and environmental issues. Chemical, physical, and bacteriological properties of water. Standard methods for sampling and analyzing water. Linear algebra, chemistry, and microbiology. Underground construction practices and confined space entry guidelines. Ability to : Develop, implement, plan, schedule, and direct construction, repair, maintenance, and research. Develop and implement a comprehensive preventive maintenance program. Understand and implement appropriate codes, laws, and regulations governing drinking water treatment, distribution, water quality, sewer, and storm drainage collection systems. Monitor and manage the progress of multiple projects simultaneously. Interpret and work from sketches, plans, diagrams, and blueprints. Train, supervise, evaluate, and discipline subordinate personnel. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Develop and write technical and non-technical reports. Use computers and various computer applications. Respond effectively to emergency situations. Develop and maintain a budget. Plan and monitor testing of water samples. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Experience : Five years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience in the operation of a drinking water treatment plant or wastewater facility. -OR- Five years of increasingly responsible supervisory experience in the repair, construction, and maintenance of: water, sewer, or flood control and storm drainage systems. Education : A Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, engineering, or business administration, public administration, or a related field. Substitution : Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS Driver License : Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification : For assignments in Water Distribution: Possession of a Grade IV Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required at the time of appointment. For Assignments in Water Treatment: Possession of a T5 Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required at the time of appointment PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application for further consideration by the next posted cut-off date; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as part of the application process ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received will be forwarded to the hiring department for review until the position is filled. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
CITY OF ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Posted until filled Salary range: $88,161 - $146,864 General Description and Classification Standards The Office of the Commissioner is seeking candidates for the Consent Decree Program Director. The Clean Water Atlanta (CWA) Consent Decree Program is a comprehensive, multi-program initiative designed to improve water quality in Atlanta through capital construction programs and enhanced operation of the City’s drinking and wastewater systems. The focus of CWA is to complete necessary sewer infrastructure improvements to abate sanitary sewer overflows, ensure adequate system capacity, reduce flooding and pollution caused by stormwater, and safeguard the public health and safety of our citizens. CWA expands this program to include all projects required to comply with two (2) federal Consent Decrees and a State Consent Order, improve water quality throughout metro Atlanta, secure drinking water facilities in accordance with national homeland security guidelines and provide holistic management of the City’s resource operation. DWM encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and strong experience with consent decrees and/or regulatory compliance programs, experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. An ideal candidate will have experience with a municipal water or wastewater agency, a track record of collaborative leadership across work groups and agencies, and experience supervising and supporting a diverse staff of highly skilled professionals. Supervision Received Reports to Assistant Commissioner. Works both independently and as part of a team of managers that meet to discuss issues related to program delivery, construction management, regulatory compliance, procurement, budgets, staff, policy, and operations. Direction received is very general and focuses on strategic objectives and is typically collaborative in nature. This is a policy-making level of management and would be considered "upper middle" management position. Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. Provides support to the Assistant Commissioner including direct management responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the following functional areas; Manage the implementation and delivery of Consent Decree projects/contracts within agreed budgets, schedule and scope. Coordinate with the CIP team regarding the annual roster of Consent Decree projects/contracts that require A/E professional services, funding, and initiation of procurement. Assist with change management with focus on minimizing change orders. Attend meetings with CWA project team members, other DWM Directors, Program Managers, Project Managers, Design Managers and technical staff that are involved with Consent Decree projects to review progress, review issues and help resolve problems. Provide mentorship in the development of program staff. Oversees the development of design contract drawings utilizing both core civil design principles and trenchless technology methodologies, technical specifications, and engineering cost estimates for procurement. Provides design and technical support, as needed, to the Construction Management staff during the execution of contracts. Provides management of program functions including scope and budget development, regulatory reporting and permitting, value engineering, project controls and scheduling, product and materials selection. Coordinates with various internal/external stakeholders including CIP, GIS, Capacity Certification, Construction Management, and Hydraulic Modeling, Public Information Groups and other various City departments. Coordinates with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies for compliance with the Clean Water Act and other state and national regulations. Provides leadership and direction to group managers and oversee project goals. Develops project strategies, implementation plans, project scope and milestones. Decision Making This position is generally required to provide input regarding decisions that impact the CWA Program. Such issues may be related to policy/procedure, strategy, budget, and/or technical. Provides input on organization strategy and policy within required legislative or executive approval. Leadership Provided Provides leadership and guidance to a varied group of engineers, managers, and administrative professionals. Guidance should typically be general in nature and focus on objectives, end results, and policies. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. Experience with consent decree programs, program management, design, procurement and construction of engineering projects, especially water and sewer linear and vertical projects. Experience with water and sewer pipe hydraulics; water treatment, wastewater treatment, pumping stations, geotechnical testing and terminology; knowledge of remediation measures, contract law, and environmental policy. Very strong administrative and managerial skills; inter-personal and team working skills; skilled in communicating verbally and written; strong computer and software skills. Ability to develop relationships and partnerships; ability to write clear and concise technical documents; ability to read, understand, and prepare legal documents; ability to effectively negotiate resolutions of conflicts among staff, citizens, neighbors, elected official, and staff, as well as efficiently manage a government office open to the public; ability to interact effectively with various personality styles and with upper departmental management or elected officials; ability to read and interpret construction drawings; ability to interpret laws, regulations and guidelines; ability to utilize Microsoft software and project management programs. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience Bachelor of Science in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or Environmental Policy 10 years of experience in water resource or civil engineering, or municipal government sector. 8 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, team leader, etc. Preferred Education & Experience Master's degree in Engineering or Environmental Policy. (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the master’s degree on an exception basis). 15 years of work experience in water and/or wastewater engineering in the private or municipal government sector 10 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, team leader, etc. Licensures and Certifications Licensed Professional Engineer ideal. Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. City of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer.
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Posted until filled Salary range: $88,161 - $146,864 General Description and Classification Standards The Office of the Commissioner is seeking candidates for the Consent Decree Program Director. The Clean Water Atlanta (CWA) Consent Decree Program is a comprehensive, multi-program initiative designed to improve water quality in Atlanta through capital construction programs and enhanced operation of the City’s drinking and wastewater systems. The focus of CWA is to complete necessary sewer infrastructure improvements to abate sanitary sewer overflows, ensure adequate system capacity, reduce flooding and pollution caused by stormwater, and safeguard the public health and safety of our citizens. CWA expands this program to include all projects required to comply with two (2) federal Consent Decrees and a State Consent Order, improve water quality throughout metro Atlanta, secure drinking water facilities in accordance with national homeland security guidelines and provide holistic management of the City’s resource operation. DWM encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and strong experience with consent decrees and/or regulatory compliance programs, experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. An ideal candidate will have experience with a municipal water or wastewater agency, a track record of collaborative leadership across work groups and agencies, and experience supervising and supporting a diverse staff of highly skilled professionals. Supervision Received Reports to Assistant Commissioner. Works both independently and as part of a team of managers that meet to discuss issues related to program delivery, construction management, regulatory compliance, procurement, budgets, staff, policy, and operations. Direction received is very general and focuses on strategic objectives and is typically collaborative in nature. This is a policy-making level of management and would be considered "upper middle" management position. Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. Provides support to the Assistant Commissioner including direct management responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the following functional areas; Manage the implementation and delivery of Consent Decree projects/contracts within agreed budgets, schedule and scope. Coordinate with the CIP team regarding the annual roster of Consent Decree projects/contracts that require A/E professional services, funding, and initiation of procurement. Assist with change management with focus on minimizing change orders. Attend meetings with CWA project team members, other DWM Directors, Program Managers, Project Managers, Design Managers and technical staff that are involved with Consent Decree projects to review progress, review issues and help resolve problems. Provide mentorship in the development of program staff. Oversees the development of design contract drawings utilizing both core civil design principles and trenchless technology methodologies, technical specifications, and engineering cost estimates for procurement. Provides design and technical support, as needed, to the Construction Management staff during the execution of contracts. Provides management of program functions including scope and budget development, regulatory reporting and permitting, value engineering, project controls and scheduling, product and materials selection. Coordinates with various internal/external stakeholders including CIP, GIS, Capacity Certification, Construction Management, and Hydraulic Modeling, Public Information Groups and other various City departments. Coordinates with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies for compliance with the Clean Water Act and other state and national regulations. Provides leadership and direction to group managers and oversee project goals. Develops project strategies, implementation plans, project scope and milestones. Decision Making This position is generally required to provide input regarding decisions that impact the CWA Program. Such issues may be related to policy/procedure, strategy, budget, and/or technical. Provides input on organization strategy and policy within required legislative or executive approval. Leadership Provided Provides leadership and guidance to a varied group of engineers, managers, and administrative professionals. Guidance should typically be general in nature and focus on objectives, end results, and policies. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. Experience with consent decree programs, program management, design, procurement and construction of engineering projects, especially water and sewer linear and vertical projects. Experience with water and sewer pipe hydraulics; water treatment, wastewater treatment, pumping stations, geotechnical testing and terminology; knowledge of remediation measures, contract law, and environmental policy. Very strong administrative and managerial skills; inter-personal and team working skills; skilled in communicating verbally and written; strong computer and software skills. Ability to develop relationships and partnerships; ability to write clear and concise technical documents; ability to read, understand, and prepare legal documents; ability to effectively negotiate resolutions of conflicts among staff, citizens, neighbors, elected official, and staff, as well as efficiently manage a government office open to the public; ability to interact effectively with various personality styles and with upper departmental management or elected officials; ability to read and interpret construction drawings; ability to interpret laws, regulations and guidelines; ability to utilize Microsoft software and project management programs. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience Bachelor of Science in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental Engineering or Environmental Policy 10 years of experience in water resource or civil engineering, or municipal government sector. 8 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, team leader, etc. Preferred Education & Experience Master's degree in Engineering or Environmental Policy. (Equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the master’s degree on an exception basis). 15 years of work experience in water and/or wastewater engineering in the private or municipal government sector 10 years of experience as a manager, supervisor, team leader, etc. Licensures and Certifications Licensed Professional Engineer ideal. Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job. City of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer.
CITY OF ATLANTA, GA
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Posting open until filled Salary: $72,240.00 At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life. Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer. General Description and Classification Standards Performs supervisory assignments associated with operating the water treatment plant and to ensure a continuous, adequate supply of potable drinking water meeting federal/state regulations for the citizens of Atlanta. Supervises; water analysis and treatment; mixing chemicals; laboratory testing; operating various pumps and valves; repairing and maintaining machinery and equipment; maintaining records, instructing and disciplining assigned staff. This is a team lead or "foreman" level position with a formally designated team of skilled employees, either in one or multiple skilled specialties. Lead assignments made on a job-by-job basis would be more appropriately at the Senior level. Supervision Received Direction received is very general and focuses on end results and is typically collaborative in nature. Makes decisions on technical issues, diagnoses, or procedures in collaboration with supervisors or managers. Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. Generates work orders in maintenance management system; orders chemicals and supplies. Coordinates with contractors on plant upgrades and equipment repairs and installations. Responsible for maintaining the facility in a condition that meets state and federal permit requirements. Supervises and evaluates assigned staff; develops goals and expectations for operators, handles all employee concerns, directs work assignments, counsels and disciplines employees when necessary, and completes employee performance appraisals. Reviews the work of Operators for accuracy/completion and to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Communicates with employees to ensure proper plant operation of the Standard Operating Procedures. Prepares and maintaining reports, logs, and records on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Controls treatment plant processes, chemical dosages, and equipment used to purify, treat and clarify water for human consumption and for industrial and commercial use. Operates and controls various pumps and valves to regulate the flow of water through the treatment plant and distribution system. Assists in performing a variety of laboratory tests to determine the chemical composition of water and to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations for turbidity, chlorine, fluoride, pH, iron and manganese; makes adjustments to chemical dosages as necessary. Records plant operation data from observations, instrumentation and laboratory tests; records test results for reporting to state agency as appropriate. Receives and/or prepares letters, reports, correspondence, forms and other documentation; reviews, processes, and/or forwards as appropriate; maintains files and logs; performs other clerical duties. Decision Making Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. Applies organizational policies. Leadership Provided Has formal supervisory authority over work group (typically at least 4-5 employees) to include discipline, performance management, scheduling, training, etc. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of the operation, methods and procedures of a water treatment plant; knowledge of the machinery used for water treatment and pumping stations; knowledge of mechanical equipment; knowledge of basic machinery preventive maintenance and repair; knowledge of State and Federal rules governing water discharges and worker’s safety; knowledge of laboratory procedures and terminology; knowledge of Chemistry terminology; knowledge of microorganisms; knowledge of Back Flow Prevention. Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing; skill in solving complex problems independently; skill in operating incinerators, composite samplers, and various lab test equipment; skill in operating a computer and computer software; skill in performing analysis of laboratory data; Skill in basic math and chemistry, in oral and written communication, and in supervision; skill in water plant operation and in the use of maintenance equipment and water analysis equipment; skill in utilizing various software programs relevant to the position; skill in organizational, management, human resources techniques. Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in managing subordinates including the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving problems; ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information; ability to handle required mathematical calculations; ability to treat water in a safe, effective manner; ability to work outdoors in any kind of weather; ability to read and understand design drawings and plans; ability to operate a vehicle; ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunctions. Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). 5 years of work experience in a Water Plant or a related area. Preferred Qualifications - Education and Experience 3 years work experience as a Class I Drinking Water Operator. Licensures and Certifications Applicants must have a valid State of Georgia Class I Drinking Water Operator License or eligibility to transfer registration from another state to Georgia. A valid Georgia driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Certificate and license must remain valid during tenure in this classification. Class B CDL license desirable. Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Posting open until filled Salary: $72,240.00 At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean and helps maintain, build and improve our City’s infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life. Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer. General Description and Classification Standards Performs supervisory assignments associated with operating the water treatment plant and to ensure a continuous, adequate supply of potable drinking water meeting federal/state regulations for the citizens of Atlanta. Supervises; water analysis and treatment; mixing chemicals; laboratory testing; operating various pumps and valves; repairing and maintaining machinery and equipment; maintaining records, instructing and disciplining assigned staff. This is a team lead or "foreman" level position with a formally designated team of skilled employees, either in one or multiple skilled specialties. Lead assignments made on a job-by-job basis would be more appropriately at the Senior level. Supervision Received Direction received is very general and focuses on end results and is typically collaborative in nature. Makes decisions on technical issues, diagnoses, or procedures in collaboration with supervisors or managers. Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. Generates work orders in maintenance management system; orders chemicals and supplies. Coordinates with contractors on plant upgrades and equipment repairs and installations. Responsible for maintaining the facility in a condition that meets state and federal permit requirements. Supervises and evaluates assigned staff; develops goals and expectations for operators, handles all employee concerns, directs work assignments, counsels and disciplines employees when necessary, and completes employee performance appraisals. Reviews the work of Operators for accuracy/completion and to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Communicates with employees to ensure proper plant operation of the Standard Operating Procedures. Prepares and maintaining reports, logs, and records on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Controls treatment plant processes, chemical dosages, and equipment used to purify, treat and clarify water for human consumption and for industrial and commercial use. Operates and controls various pumps and valves to regulate the flow of water through the treatment plant and distribution system. Assists in performing a variety of laboratory tests to determine the chemical composition of water and to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations for turbidity, chlorine, fluoride, pH, iron and manganese; makes adjustments to chemical dosages as necessary. Records plant operation data from observations, instrumentation and laboratory tests; records test results for reporting to state agency as appropriate. Receives and/or prepares letters, reports, correspondence, forms and other documentation; reviews, processes, and/or forwards as appropriate; maintains files and logs; performs other clerical duties. Decision Making Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks. Applies organizational policies. Leadership Provided Has formal supervisory authority over work group (typically at least 4-5 employees) to include discipline, performance management, scheduling, training, etc. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. Knowledge of the operation, methods and procedures of a water treatment plant; knowledge of the machinery used for water treatment and pumping stations; knowledge of mechanical equipment; knowledge of basic machinery preventive maintenance and repair; knowledge of State and Federal rules governing water discharges and worker’s safety; knowledge of laboratory procedures and terminology; knowledge of Chemistry terminology; knowledge of microorganisms; knowledge of Back Flow Prevention. Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing; skill in solving complex problems independently; skill in operating incinerators, composite samplers, and various lab test equipment; skill in operating a computer and computer software; skill in performing analysis of laboratory data; Skill in basic math and chemistry, in oral and written communication, and in supervision; skill in water plant operation and in the use of maintenance equipment and water analysis equipment; skill in utilizing various software programs relevant to the position; skill in organizational, management, human resources techniques. Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in managing subordinates including the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving problems; ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures, and related information; ability to handle required mathematical calculations; ability to treat water in a safe, effective manner; ability to work outdoors in any kind of weather; ability to read and understand design drawings and plans; ability to operate a vehicle; ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunctions. Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). 5 years of work experience in a Water Plant or a related area. Preferred Qualifications - Education and Experience 3 years work experience as a Class I Drinking Water Operator. Licensures and Certifications Applicants must have a valid State of Georgia Class I Drinking Water Operator License or eligibility to transfer registration from another state to Georgia. A valid Georgia driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Certificate and license must remain valid during tenure in this classification. Class B CDL license desirable. Essential Capabilities and Work Environment Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
Sacramento County, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 9/20/24, 10/4/24 (final) Under direction, the Facilities Trades Operations Supervisor, supervises , assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for the building trades; which includes the Carpenter series, the Electrician series, the Painter series, and the Plumber series; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and performs the more technical and complex tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of: Principles and practices of supervision, discipline, leadership, mentoring, and training Team dynamics and team building Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations applying to the various building trades Safety orders and safety practices applying to the various building trades Operational characteristics, services, and activities of assigned programs and functions Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Construction and maintenance practices Building support systems including methods and materials used in building construction, maintenance and repair work A broad understanding of all trades related technical knowledge and techniques with advanced knowledge, capabilities and techniques in at least one of the four trades. Ability To: Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff within the various building trades units Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of subordinate staff Investigate and resolve disciplinary issues Work independently, prioritize work, coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines Monitor and interpret budgets and other financial documents Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met Collect and compile a variety of data and information Read and interpret blueprints and work from plans and specifications Estimate material and labor requirements Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Three years of full time paid experience supervising staff engaged in maintenance, repair, or construction of commercial, water treatment, water resources, airports or water quality facilities. OR Six years of full time paid experience as a journeyman electrician, plumber, carpenter or painter. Three years of this experience must have included supervisory responsibilities over maintenance, repair or construction industry staff. Note: A General Building Contractor license will not be accepted as a substitute for the minimum qualifications stated above. 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. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS Criminal History and Background Checks: 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 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. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, 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. Compliance with California Code of Regulations: Positions in this class are required to comply with Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations, General Industry Safety Orders, Section 5144, Respiratory Protection (T-8 CCR, GISO, §5144), current County Policy regarding Respiratory Protective Equipment and any departmental policy and training regarding the proper use (clean shaven for proper tight fit of respirator), care and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment. Physical Requirements: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Carry 15 pounds of equipment for over 100 feet. Go up and down flights of stairs and climb a ladder. Work in a bent, kneeling, or prone position for over 15 minutes at a time. Work while standing or kneeling for extended periods of time, while wearing personal protective equipment. Enter and exit through restricted entrances of 30 inches in diameter and work in awkward positions in tight spaces. Demonstrate color vision sufficient to distinguish the colors of electrical wiring. Have normal sense of smell and normal or corrected vision and hearing to observe process and equipment functions for normal and abnormal occurrences. Have normal sense of touch to detect abnormalities in temperature, flow, and vibration. Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Lift and carry equipment weighing in excess of 50 pounds with assistance. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: Positions in this class require the incumbent to: Work in variety of locations such as but not limited to prison facilities, mental health care facilities, animal care facilities, and coroner laboratories Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement and very hot weather. Work in loud or noisy areas Work in enclosed tight spaces Work alone for extended periods of time Work around machinery and equipment with moving parts. Work around dust, dirt, fumes and /or odors, contaminated and non-contaminated water Work various shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays and non-routine hours. 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 Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change. We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711. 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. 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: 10/4/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Sep 07, 2024
The Position This is a continuous filing exam. Next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on: 9/20/24, 10/4/24 (final) Under direction, the Facilities Trades Operations Supervisor, supervises , assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for the building trades; which includes the Carpenter series, the Electrician series, the Painter series, and the Plumber series; ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and performs the more technical and complex tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge Of: Principles and practices of supervision, discipline, leadership, mentoring, and training Team dynamics and team building Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations applying to the various building trades Safety orders and safety practices applying to the various building trades Operational characteristics, services, and activities of assigned programs and functions Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications related to area of assignment English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Construction and maintenance practices Building support systems including methods and materials used in building construction, maintenance and repair work A broad understanding of all trades related technical knowledge and techniques with advanced knowledge, capabilities and techniques in at least one of the four trades. Ability To: Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff within the various building trades units Plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of subordinate staff Investigate and resolve disciplinary issues Work independently, prioritize work, coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines Monitor and interpret budgets and other financial documents Develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations Apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met Collect and compile a variety of data and information Read and interpret blueprints and work from plans and specifications Estimate material and labor requirements Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Three years of full time paid experience supervising staff engaged in maintenance, repair, or construction of commercial, water treatment, water resources, airports or water quality facilities. OR Six years of full time paid experience as a journeyman electrician, plumber, carpenter or painter. Three years of this experience must have included supervisory responsibilities over maintenance, repair or construction industry staff. Note: A General Building Contractor license will not be accepted as a substitute for the minimum qualifications stated above. 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. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS Criminal History and Background Checks: 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 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. The County may also conduct a background check on the candidate prior to appointment to a position within this class. The background check may include personal and professional reference checks, credit history checks where authorized by Labor Code section 1024.5, Social Security Number verification, professional license/registration verification, military service information and driving history. Information obtained in the course of this background check will be considered by the appointing authority in the selection process. In obtaining such information, the County will comply with applicable consent and disclosure practices in the Fair Credit Reporting Act and the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act. License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, may be required at the time of appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License, or comply with state and federal requirements for utilization, 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. Compliance with California Code of Regulations: Positions in this class are required to comply with Title 8 of the California Code of Regulations, General Industry Safety Orders, Section 5144, Respiratory Protection (T-8 CCR, GISO, §5144), current County Policy regarding Respiratory Protective Equipment and any departmental policy and training regarding the proper use (clean shaven for proper tight fit of respirator), care and maintenance of respiratory protective equipment. Physical Requirements: Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to: Carry 15 pounds of equipment for over 100 feet. Go up and down flights of stairs and climb a ladder. Work in a bent, kneeling, or prone position for over 15 minutes at a time. Work while standing or kneeling for extended periods of time, while wearing personal protective equipment. Enter and exit through restricted entrances of 30 inches in diameter and work in awkward positions in tight spaces. Demonstrate color vision sufficient to distinguish the colors of electrical wiring. Have normal sense of smell and normal or corrected vision and hearing to observe process and equipment functions for normal and abnormal occurrences. Have normal sense of touch to detect abnormalities in temperature, flow, and vibration. Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Lift and carry equipment weighing in excess of 50 pounds with assistance. Individuals who do not meet these requirements due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Working Conditions: Positions in this class require the incumbent to: Work in variety of locations such as but not limited to prison facilities, mental health care facilities, animal care facilities, and coroner laboratories Work outside in all types of climatic conditions including inclement and very hot weather. Work in loud or noisy areas Work in enclosed tight spaces Work alone for extended periods of time Work around machinery and equipment with moving parts. Work around dust, dirt, fumes and /or odors, contaminated and non-contaminated water Work various shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays and non-routine hours. 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 Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change. We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711. 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. 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: 10/4/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department (SBMWD)
San Bernardino, CA, USA
*****Up to $10,000 Hiring Incentive*****
DUTIES SUMMARY
Under the general direction, of the Director of Water Utility, to plan, organize, implement and control installation, maintenance, operation and repair of electrical systems and equipment, water treatment facilities, pumps, boosters, pressure regulating devices and Hydro-generation, geothermal and chlorinating equipment, including constructing pumping stations; schedule, assign, monitor and inspect work in progress and upon completion.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The class of Water Utility Operations Superintendent reports to the Director of Water Utility. The Water Utility Operations Superintendent is responsible for managing and coordinating the operation of the Department’s production and treatment facilities. Work responsibility involves the supervision of subordinate administration staff and section supervisor.
Aug 22, 2024
Full Time
*****Up to $10,000 Hiring Incentive*****
DUTIES SUMMARY
Under the general direction, of the Director of Water Utility, to plan, organize, implement and control installation, maintenance, operation and repair of electrical systems and equipment, water treatment facilities, pumps, boosters, pressure regulating devices and Hydro-generation, geothermal and chlorinating equipment, including constructing pumping stations; schedule, assign, monitor and inspect work in progress and upon completion.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The class of Water Utility Operations Superintendent reports to the Director of Water Utility. The Water Utility Operations Superintendent is responsible for managing and coordinating the operation of the Department’s production and treatment facilities. Work responsibility involves the supervision of subordinate administration staff and section supervisor.
City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department (SBMWD)
San Bernardino, CA, USA
DUTIES SUMMARY
Under the general direction, of the Director of Water Utility, to plan, organize, implement and control installation, maintenance, operation and repair of electrical systems and equipment, water treatment facilities, pumps, boosters, pressure regulating devices and Hydro-generation, geothermal and chlorinating equipment, including constructing pumping stations; schedule, assign, monitor and inspect work in progress and upon completion.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The class of Water Utility Operations Superintendent reports to the Director of Water Utility. The Water Utility Operations Superintendent is responsible for managing and coordinating the operation of the Department’s production and treatment facilities. Work responsibility involves the supervision of subordinate administration staff and section supervisor.
Jul 08, 2024
Full Time
DUTIES SUMMARY
Under the general direction, of the Director of Water Utility, to plan, organize, implement and control installation, maintenance, operation and repair of electrical systems and equipment, water treatment facilities, pumps, boosters, pressure regulating devices and Hydro-generation, geothermal and chlorinating equipment, including constructing pumping stations; schedule, assign, monitor and inspect work in progress and upon completion.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The class of Water Utility Operations Superintendent reports to the Director of Water Utility. The Water Utility Operations Superintendent is responsible for managing and coordinating the operation of the Department’s production and treatment facilities. Work responsibility involves the supervision of subordinate administration staff and section supervisor.
MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
Manhattan Beach, California, United States
JOB SUMMARY The City of Manhattan Beach is currently hiring for a full-time Water System Operator I. This employee will perform a variety of heavy manual, semi-skilled, and skilled work in the installation, maintenance, construction, operation, modification, repair, and testing of water distribution systems, facilities, equipment, and components. Under immediate supervision, the Water Systems Operator I performs basic job duties and assists with more complex job functions. Participates in both classroom and field training to enhance knowledge of water distribution operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class. Operates a variety of power, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools related to construction equipment used in the operations and maintenance of the water distribution system, such as chemical and oil sprayers, compressors, generators, chainsaws, trenchers, root saws, vibratory compactors, jackhammers, horizontal boring tools, pipe cutters, rock drills, impact wrenches, concrete saws, and tapping machines. Loads inspects, transports, and operates trucks and heavy equipment of various sizes and weights, including water tankers, flatbeds, forklifts, mobile cranes, skip loaders dump trucks, backhoes, and other equipment. Loads and unloads equipment, tools, gravel, sand, and other products, supplies or materials related to light and heavy-duty maintenance and repair activities. Cleans and maintains equipment and tools. Performs maintenance, installation, and repair of water mains, water services, meters, and appurtenance including excavation, backfilling, and compaction of short trenches; cuts, threads, fits, and joins pipes and tubing, and makes taps on water mains. Reads, interprets, corrects, and maintains construction drawings, street maps, atlases, as-builts, survey markings and underground utility markings/signage in the performance of work. Responds to water-related emergency situations and perform emergency work. Sets up safety barricades, delineators, cones, sign boards, flagging, warning signs, and traffic trench plates, and directs traffic to designate job sites in accordance with applicable work zone safety standards. Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, referring defects or needed repairs to supervisor; maintains records related to inspections, maintenance, and workload activities. Performs confined space entry work, utilizing proper safety techniques and equipment in accordance with departmental safety policies and procedures. Performs a variety of functions associated with the water distribution system, including but not limited to meter repair and replacement, small and large-valve maintenance, backflow testing, hydrant flushing, hydrant flow testing, raising vaults, obtaining water quality samples, performing turn-on and offs. May train employees in work methods and procedures, use of tools and equipment, and relevant safety precautions. Other duties of this position include marking Underground Service Alerts (USAs) and removing and pouring concrete. Performs other related duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES Education/Training/Experience: A high school diploma or G.E.D. is required. Water System Operator I: A minimum of one (1) year full-time equivalent paid work experience is required in one or more of the following areas: pipeline construction; installation, maintenance, and repair of water meters, services, mains, valves, production and/or distribution systems; or closely related work in water treatment, water distribution, or plumbing. Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements: Water System Operator I: Valid Class A Commercial Drivers’ License with Tanker Endorsement before the end of probation is required. SWRCB Water Distribution Operator I (D1) Certificate is required prior to the end of probation. All positions may be required to work shifts including daytime, nighttime, weekends, and/or holidays. All positions must have the ability to be assigned “stand-by”. In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Manhattan Beach employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State. Knowledge of: Knowledge of: Construction safety regulations/practices, safety hazards, traffic control, and use of safety and personal protective equipment; Basic principles of water distribution systems; Methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance, construction, and repair work; Inspecting a construction site in preparation for equipment operation to ensure adequate clearances such as underground service alerts; Techniques of carpentry plumbing, painting, and welding; Principles and procedures of asphalt paving and patching, street and infrastructure construction and maintenance; and Inspecting a construction site in preparation for equipment operation to ensure adequate clearances such as underground service alerts, and safety precautions and practices necessary when operating and working with tools, vehicles, and heavy/light duty equipment. Ability to: Perform construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work on streets, and water distribution systems, lift, carry, and move heavy objects, perform heavy semiskilled labor, perform strenuous manual labor at varied locations; Follow, understand, and communicate written and verbal instructions; Establish and maintain good working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public; Represent the Department in a professional manner when dealing with customers, outside contractors, and agency officials: Recognize and be alert to hazardous situations; and Follow verbal and written instructions and work cooperatively with others. Skill in: The safe operation of tools, machinery, and equipment necessary to work on the water distribution system. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS The application filing deadline is Friday, September 27, 2024. All applicants will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job announcement does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Department. The selection process will consist of the following component and weight: Oral Interview (100%) * The oral interview exam is tentatively scheduled for October 16, 2024. If you need special assistance in the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Department at (310) 802-5258. NOTE: The provisions of this brochure do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment medical exam. The provisions of this brochure do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The City of Manhattan Beach offers a generous benefits package to full-time and eligible employees including PERS medical plans, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and more. _______________________________________________________________________ To see detailed information about Teamsters bargaining unit benefits, please visit our benefit page on the City's official website. _______________________________________________________________________ Part-time employees are enrolled in PARS (Public Alternate Retirement System). All part-time and seasonal employees contribute 7.5% each pay period on a pre-tax basis. If an employee reaches 1,000 hours within a fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) or is already a CalPERS member, then they are enrolled in CalPERS (Public Employees Retirement System). The City complies with California Labor Code 245-249 by providing paid sick leave for part-time hourly employees accordingly. The City of Manhattan Beach does not provide medical/dental/vision benefits to part-time employees. Eligible employees enrolled in CalPERS may opt into a CalPERS medical plan. Closing Date/Time: 9/27/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Sep 26, 2024
Full Time
JOB SUMMARY The City of Manhattan Beach is currently hiring for a full-time Water System Operator I. This employee will perform a variety of heavy manual, semi-skilled, and skilled work in the installation, maintenance, construction, operation, modification, repair, and testing of water distribution systems, facilities, equipment, and components. Under immediate supervision, the Water Systems Operator I performs basic job duties and assists with more complex job functions. Participates in both classroom and field training to enhance knowledge of water distribution operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class. Operates a variety of power, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools related to construction equipment used in the operations and maintenance of the water distribution system, such as chemical and oil sprayers, compressors, generators, chainsaws, trenchers, root saws, vibratory compactors, jackhammers, horizontal boring tools, pipe cutters, rock drills, impact wrenches, concrete saws, and tapping machines. Loads inspects, transports, and operates trucks and heavy equipment of various sizes and weights, including water tankers, flatbeds, forklifts, mobile cranes, skip loaders dump trucks, backhoes, and other equipment. Loads and unloads equipment, tools, gravel, sand, and other products, supplies or materials related to light and heavy-duty maintenance and repair activities. Cleans and maintains equipment and tools. Performs maintenance, installation, and repair of water mains, water services, meters, and appurtenance including excavation, backfilling, and compaction of short trenches; cuts, threads, fits, and joins pipes and tubing, and makes taps on water mains. Reads, interprets, corrects, and maintains construction drawings, street maps, atlases, as-builts, survey markings and underground utility markings/signage in the performance of work. Responds to water-related emergency situations and perform emergency work. Sets up safety barricades, delineators, cones, sign boards, flagging, warning signs, and traffic trench plates, and directs traffic to designate job sites in accordance with applicable work zone safety standards. Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, referring defects or needed repairs to supervisor; maintains records related to inspections, maintenance, and workload activities. Performs confined space entry work, utilizing proper safety techniques and equipment in accordance with departmental safety policies and procedures. Performs a variety of functions associated with the water distribution system, including but not limited to meter repair and replacement, small and large-valve maintenance, backflow testing, hydrant flushing, hydrant flow testing, raising vaults, obtaining water quality samples, performing turn-on and offs. May train employees in work methods and procedures, use of tools and equipment, and relevant safety precautions. Other duties of this position include marking Underground Service Alerts (USAs) and removing and pouring concrete. Performs other related duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES Education/Training/Experience: A high school diploma or G.E.D. is required. Water System Operator I: A minimum of one (1) year full-time equivalent paid work experience is required in one or more of the following areas: pipeline construction; installation, maintenance, and repair of water meters, services, mains, valves, production and/or distribution systems; or closely related work in water treatment, water distribution, or plumbing. Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements: Water System Operator I: Valid Class A Commercial Drivers’ License with Tanker Endorsement before the end of probation is required. SWRCB Water Distribution Operator I (D1) Certificate is required prior to the end of probation. All positions may be required to work shifts including daytime, nighttime, weekends, and/or holidays. All positions must have the ability to be assigned “stand-by”. In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, City of Manhattan Beach employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to protect the health, safety, lives, and property of the people of the State. Knowledge of: Knowledge of: Construction safety regulations/practices, safety hazards, traffic control, and use of safety and personal protective equipment; Basic principles of water distribution systems; Methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance, construction, and repair work; Inspecting a construction site in preparation for equipment operation to ensure adequate clearances such as underground service alerts; Techniques of carpentry plumbing, painting, and welding; Principles and procedures of asphalt paving and patching, street and infrastructure construction and maintenance; and Inspecting a construction site in preparation for equipment operation to ensure adequate clearances such as underground service alerts, and safety precautions and practices necessary when operating and working with tools, vehicles, and heavy/light duty equipment. Ability to: Perform construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work on streets, and water distribution systems, lift, carry, and move heavy objects, perform heavy semiskilled labor, perform strenuous manual labor at varied locations; Follow, understand, and communicate written and verbal instructions; Establish and maintain good working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public; Represent the Department in a professional manner when dealing with customers, outside contractors, and agency officials: Recognize and be alert to hazardous situations; and Follow verbal and written instructions and work cooperatively with others. Skill in: The safe operation of tools, machinery, and equipment necessary to work on the water distribution system. APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS The application filing deadline is Friday, September 27, 2024. All applicants will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in this job announcement. Candidates will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Meeting the minimum requirements listed in this job announcement does not guarantee advancement in subsequent phases of the selection process. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Department. The selection process will consist of the following component and weight: Oral Interview (100%) * The oral interview exam is tentatively scheduled for October 16, 2024. If you need special assistance in the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Department at (310) 802-5258. NOTE: The provisions of this brochure do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. A drug test may be administered as part of the pre-employment medical exam. The provisions of this brochure do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The City of Manhattan Beach offers a generous benefits package to full-time and eligible employees including PERS medical plans, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and more. _______________________________________________________________________ To see detailed information about Teamsters bargaining unit benefits, please visit our benefit page on the City's official website. _______________________________________________________________________ Part-time employees are enrolled in PARS (Public Alternate Retirement System). All part-time and seasonal employees contribute 7.5% each pay period on a pre-tax basis. If an employee reaches 1,000 hours within a fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) or is already a CalPERS member, then they are enrolled in CalPERS (Public Employees Retirement System). The City complies with California Labor Code 245-249 by providing paid sick leave for part-time hourly employees accordingly. The City of Manhattan Beach does not provide medical/dental/vision benefits to part-time employees. Eligible employees enrolled in CalPERS may opt into a CalPERS medical plan. Closing Date/Time: 9/27/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT
Hayward, California, United States
Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) - Hayward, CA Position Type : Hourly Education Level : None Salary Range : $23.16 - $31.27 Hourly Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Day Job Category : Aquatics We are hiring Senior Water Safety Instructors! Come join our Aquatics team! POSITION SUMMARY Under direct or general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor, provides aquatic safety, supervision, and instruction for the patrons in the District Learn to Swim Program. Receives direct or general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises general supervision and provides training to other staff. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the journey-level classification in the Water Safety Instructor series. This class can be distinguished from the class of Water Safety Instructor in that the incumbents in this class leads the Water Safety Instructors and the entire Learn to Swim program at a District Swim Center. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following: All duties and responsibilities of a Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor, and Head Lifeguard Conducts proper opening and closing procedures of the aquatic facilities Assists in all staff trainings Analyzes program needs and recommends new and innovative program ideas Sets up proper furniture arrangements, equipment, and facility maintenance Works as a lead with Water Safety Instructors offering assistance in maintaining the proper execution of all aspects of the Learn to Swim program Provides supervision and training to all employees within the assigned program area including lifeguards. Ensures all District policies are followed during all programs, special events and facility use Provides customer service and problem solving Performs functions of registration software applications Prepares daily deposits and reconciles daily reports, ensures that all revenues received at assigned sites are accounted for and properly entered Performs other duties as assigned WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. The functions of this position are primarily performed in outdoor locations as part of a team. The setting includes various weather conditions, including heat and sunshine. Incumbents must wear an appropriate uniform with identification and protective equipment. The environment requires working in and around water as well as slippery and/or wet surfaces. Specialized aspects of the work environment may also include high noise levels, working with participants who are using potentially dangerous sports equipment, and risk of exposure to pool water treatment chemicals and cleaning agents. Incumbents may be assigned an irregular working schedule including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays and may have to travel between various locations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have: hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person, by telephone, by PA system and by radio, and to speak loudly in a noisy setting; vision adequate to clearly distinguish objects and persons at a distance and to identify signs of swimmer distress; bodily movement adequate to frequently sit, stand, walk, run, jump, climb, swim, dive, reach, turn, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crawl, and push/pull; ability to raise arms above shoulder height; manual dexterity adequate to grasp objects, use fine manipulation, write and operate office machines and equipment; strength and endurance to safely swim 300 yards, perform lifting and carrying of items/persons up to 50 pounds, and work outdoors in the sun for prolonged periods of time. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Ability and Skill to: Work with adults, children and families participating in Learn to Swim programs Monitor compliance with District regulations and policies, and general safety practices related to pools and aquatic activities; firmly but tactfully enforce rules and regulations Utilize staff and volunteers effectively. React quickly and calmly in emergencies; rescue swimmers in distress Administer first aid, CPR and/or artificial respiration Maintain discipline, order and safety in a crowded and loud environment Understand and carry out oral and written instructions Communicate effectively with a wide range of people Respond appropriately to changing situations and stressful conditions Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the work Knowledge of: Basic safety precautions and procedures related to recreation programs and facilities Philosophy, objectives and requirements in the implementation of municipal aquatics programs Knowledge and command of all of the latest safety standards and information related to aquatics Professional work habits including reliability, dependability, creativity, and demonstration of enthusiasm for the job Techniques for effectively dealing with individuals of various ages, various socio-economic and ethnic groups, and effectively representing the District in all contact with the public Office equipment, practices and procedures Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff Education/Experience/Training: At least one year as a Lifeguard and one year as a Water Safety Instructor is required Must possess current certificates in Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, as well as standard First Aid, and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment Must possess a current Water Safety Instructor certificate Possession of Lifeguarding Instructor and or Water Safety Instructor Trainer is highly desirable. Any combination of experience, training and/or education that provided the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the class is acceptable Special Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age Must pass a fingerprint and/or background clearance prior to employment Completion of the Hepatitis B vaccination series is recommended Provide proof of negative TB Skin Test Verification of ID and ability work in the USA
Sep 20, 2024
Part Time
Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) - Hayward, CA Position Type : Hourly Education Level : None Salary Range : $23.16 - $31.27 Hourly Travel Percentage : None Job Shift : Day Job Category : Aquatics We are hiring Senior Water Safety Instructors! Come join our Aquatics team! POSITION SUMMARY Under direct or general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor, provides aquatic safety, supervision, and instruction for the patrons in the District Learn to Swim Program. Receives direct or general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises general supervision and provides training to other staff. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the journey-level classification in the Water Safety Instructor series. This class can be distinguished from the class of Water Safety Instructor in that the incumbents in this class leads the Water Safety Instructors and the entire Learn to Swim program at a District Swim Center. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following: All duties and responsibilities of a Lifeguard, Water Safety Instructor, and Head Lifeguard Conducts proper opening and closing procedures of the aquatic facilities Assists in all staff trainings Analyzes program needs and recommends new and innovative program ideas Sets up proper furniture arrangements, equipment, and facility maintenance Works as a lead with Water Safety Instructors offering assistance in maintaining the proper execution of all aspects of the Learn to Swim program Provides supervision and training to all employees within the assigned program area including lifeguards. Ensures all District policies are followed during all programs, special events and facility use Provides customer service and problem solving Performs functions of registration software applications Prepares daily deposits and reconciles daily reports, ensures that all revenues received at assigned sites are accounted for and properly entered Performs other duties as assigned WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. The functions of this position are primarily performed in outdoor locations as part of a team. The setting includes various weather conditions, including heat and sunshine. Incumbents must wear an appropriate uniform with identification and protective equipment. The environment requires working in and around water as well as slippery and/or wet surfaces. Specialized aspects of the work environment may also include high noise levels, working with participants who are using potentially dangerous sports equipment, and risk of exposure to pool water treatment chemicals and cleaning agents. Incumbents may be assigned an irregular working schedule including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays and may have to travel between various locations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have: hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person, by telephone, by PA system and by radio, and to speak loudly in a noisy setting; vision adequate to clearly distinguish objects and persons at a distance and to identify signs of swimmer distress; bodily movement adequate to frequently sit, stand, walk, run, jump, climb, swim, dive, reach, turn, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crawl, and push/pull; ability to raise arms above shoulder height; manual dexterity adequate to grasp objects, use fine manipulation, write and operate office machines and equipment; strength and endurance to safely swim 300 yards, perform lifting and carrying of items/persons up to 50 pounds, and work outdoors in the sun for prolonged periods of time. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Ability and Skill to: Work with adults, children and families participating in Learn to Swim programs Monitor compliance with District regulations and policies, and general safety practices related to pools and aquatic activities; firmly but tactfully enforce rules and regulations Utilize staff and volunteers effectively. React quickly and calmly in emergencies; rescue swimmers in distress Administer first aid, CPR and/or artificial respiration Maintain discipline, order and safety in a crowded and loud environment Understand and carry out oral and written instructions Communicate effectively with a wide range of people Respond appropriately to changing situations and stressful conditions Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the work Knowledge of: Basic safety precautions and procedures related to recreation programs and facilities Philosophy, objectives and requirements in the implementation of municipal aquatics programs Knowledge and command of all of the latest safety standards and information related to aquatics Professional work habits including reliability, dependability, creativity, and demonstration of enthusiasm for the job Techniques for effectively dealing with individuals of various ages, various socio-economic and ethnic groups, and effectively representing the District in all contact with the public Office equipment, practices and procedures Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff Education/Experience/Training: At least one year as a Lifeguard and one year as a Water Safety Instructor is required Must possess current certificates in Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, as well as standard First Aid, and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment Must possess a current Water Safety Instructor certificate Possession of Lifeguarding Instructor and or Water Safety Instructor Trainer is highly desirable. Any combination of experience, training and/or education that provided the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the class is acceptable Special Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age Must pass a fingerprint and/or background clearance prior to employment Completion of the Hepatitis B vaccination series is recommended Provide proof of negative TB Skin Test Verification of ID and ability work in the USA
HAYWARD AREA RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT
Hayward, California, United States
Job Details Level : Entry Job Location : Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) - Hayward, CA Position Type : Hourly Education Level : None Salary Range : $19.98 - $26.97 Hourly Travel Percentage : Negligible Job Shift : Day Job Category : Aquatics Do you want to teach someone a lifelong skill they will never forget? Become a Water Safety Instructor and teach the community how to swim! POSITION SUMMARY Under direct or general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor, instructs in swim skills for participants at all skill levels; instructs water safety courses; instructs in swim skills for swim team participants; supervises and evaluates course participants, conducts patron surveillance acting as a lifeguard, protects the health and safety of participants when aquatic facility is open, assists with maintaining the pool and surrounding facility area, and performs related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level classification in the Water Safety series. Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for instructing swim skills at all skill levels in addition to as acting as a lifeguard but may also perform general duties to assist with pool maintenance and operations. This class can be distinguished from the class of Lifeguard because incumbents in this class have a nationally recognized certification in Water Safety. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following: All duties and responsibilities of a Lifeguard Provides instruction in the Learn to Swim program. Provides instruction in water safety courses Provides instruction in swim skills for swim team participants Greets the public, responds to patrons' questions and inquiries concerning programs Supervises and ensures the safety of swim lesson participants Creates and implements age-appropriate lessons Assesses students' skills, abilities and tests swim lesson participants Ensures Swim Lesson report cards are completed correctly and on time WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. The functions of this position are primarily performed in outdoor locations as part of a team. The setting includes various weather conditions, including heat and sunshine. Incumbents must wear an appropriate uniform with identification and protective equipment. The environment requires working in and around water as well as slippery and/or wet surfaces. Specialized aspects of the work environment may also include high noise levels, working with participants who are using potentially dangerous sports equipment, and risk of exposure to pool water treatment chemicals and cleaning agents. Incumbents may be assigned an irregular working schedule including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays and may have to travel between various locations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have: hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person, by telephone, by PA system and by radio, and to speak loudly in a noisy setting; vision adequate to clearly distinguish objects and persons at a distance and to identify signs of swimmer distress; bodily movement adequate to frequently sit, stand, walk, run, jump, climb, swim, dive, reach, turn, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crawl, and push/pull; ability to raise arms above shoulder height; manual dexterity adequate to grasp objects, use fine manipulation, write and operate office machines and equipment; strength and endurance to safely swim 300 yards, perform lifting and carrying of items/persons up to 50 pounds, and work outdoors in the sun for prolonged periods of time. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Ability and Skill to: Perform all swimming strokes according to American Red Cross standards; engage in physical activity such as swimming and treading water Instruct, demonstrate and train patrons in a variety of swimming skills and techniques Develop and implement lesson plans for swimming instruction and certification activities Work with adults, children and families participating in a variety of aquatic recreational activities Monitor compliance with District regulations and policies, and general safety practices related to pools and aquatic activities; firmly but tactfully enforce rules and regulations React quickly and calmly in emergencies; rescue swimmers in distress Perform First Aid and CPR and use Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Maintain discipline, order and safety in a crowded and loud environment Understand and carry out oral and written instructions Communicate effectively with a wide range of people Respond appropriately to changing situations and stressful conditions Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the work Knowledge of: Teaching approaches for varying age, experience and ability of participants so they can meet course objectives Aquatic lifesaving methods and procedures; first aid and resuscitation measures. Instruction techniques based on swim skill progressions from basic to advanced Standard safety rules and regulations related to public aquatic activities. Education/Experience/Training: Previous experience with aquatics programs is required Must possess current certificates in Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, as well as standard First Aid, and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment Must possess a current Water Safety Instructor certificate Any combination of experience, training and/or education that provided the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the class is acceptable Special Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age If 16-18 years of age and still in high school, must possess a valid work permit If 18 years of age or older, must pass a fingerprint and/or background clearance prior to employment. Completion of the Hepatitis B vaccination series is recommended Provide proof of negative TB Skin Test Verification of ID and ability work in the USA
Aug 01, 2024
Part Time
Job Details Level : Entry Job Location : Hayward Area Recreation District (HARD) - Hayward, CA Position Type : Hourly Education Level : None Salary Range : $19.98 - $26.97 Hourly Travel Percentage : Negligible Job Shift : Day Job Category : Aquatics Do you want to teach someone a lifelong skill they will never forget? Become a Water Safety Instructor and teach the community how to swim! POSITION SUMMARY Under direct or general supervision from the Recreation Supervisor, instructs in swim skills for participants at all skill levels; instructs water safety courses; instructs in swim skills for swim team participants; supervises and evaluates course participants, conducts patron surveillance acting as a lifeguard, protects the health and safety of participants when aquatic facility is open, assists with maintaining the pool and surrounding facility area, and performs related duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level classification in the Water Safety series. Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for instructing swim skills at all skill levels in addition to as acting as a lifeguard but may also perform general duties to assist with pool maintenance and operations. This class can be distinguished from the class of Lifeguard because incumbents in this class have a nationally recognized certification in Water Safety. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following: All duties and responsibilities of a Lifeguard Provides instruction in the Learn to Swim program. Provides instruction in water safety courses Provides instruction in swim skills for swim team participants Greets the public, responds to patrons' questions and inquiries concerning programs Supervises and ensures the safety of swim lesson participants Creates and implements age-appropriate lessons Assesses students' skills, abilities and tests swim lesson participants Ensures Swim Lesson report cards are completed correctly and on time WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. The functions of this position are primarily performed in outdoor locations as part of a team. The setting includes various weather conditions, including heat and sunshine. Incumbents must wear an appropriate uniform with identification and protective equipment. The environment requires working in and around water as well as slippery and/or wet surfaces. Specialized aspects of the work environment may also include high noise levels, working with participants who are using potentially dangerous sports equipment, and risk of exposure to pool water treatment chemicals and cleaning agents. Incumbents may be assigned an irregular working schedule including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays and may have to travel between various locations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have: hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person, by telephone, by PA system and by radio, and to speak loudly in a noisy setting; vision adequate to clearly distinguish objects and persons at a distance and to identify signs of swimmer distress; bodily movement adequate to frequently sit, stand, walk, run, jump, climb, swim, dive, reach, turn, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crawl, and push/pull; ability to raise arms above shoulder height; manual dexterity adequate to grasp objects, use fine manipulation, write and operate office machines and equipment; strength and endurance to safely swim 300 yards, perform lifting and carrying of items/persons up to 50 pounds, and work outdoors in the sun for prolonged periods of time. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Ability and Skill to: Perform all swimming strokes according to American Red Cross standards; engage in physical activity such as swimming and treading water Instruct, demonstrate and train patrons in a variety of swimming skills and techniques Develop and implement lesson plans for swimming instruction and certification activities Work with adults, children and families participating in a variety of aquatic recreational activities Monitor compliance with District regulations and policies, and general safety practices related to pools and aquatic activities; firmly but tactfully enforce rules and regulations React quickly and calmly in emergencies; rescue swimmers in distress Perform First Aid and CPR and use Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) Maintain discipline, order and safety in a crowded and loud environment Understand and carry out oral and written instructions Communicate effectively with a wide range of people Respond appropriately to changing situations and stressful conditions Maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the work Knowledge of: Teaching approaches for varying age, experience and ability of participants so they can meet course objectives Aquatic lifesaving methods and procedures; first aid and resuscitation measures. Instruction techniques based on swim skill progressions from basic to advanced Standard safety rules and regulations related to public aquatic activities. Education/Experience/Training: Previous experience with aquatics programs is required Must possess current certificates in Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, as well as standard First Aid, and must maintain certifications thereafter as a condition of continued employment Must possess a current Water Safety Instructor certificate Any combination of experience, training and/or education that provided the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the class is acceptable Special Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age If 16-18 years of age and still in high school, must possess a valid work permit If 18 years of age or older, must pass a fingerprint and/or background clearance prior to employment. Completion of the Hepatitis B vaccination series is recommended Provide proof of negative TB Skin Test Verification of ID and ability work in the USA
CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
Riverside, California, United States
The Position The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of WASTEWATER PLANT SUPERVISOR to fill one (1) vacancy in the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. The Wastewater Plant Supervisor for the Public Works Department, Regional Water Quality Control Plant will oversee crews and shifts in various disciplines of Wastewater Treatment, including preliminary, primary, secondary biological nutrient removal through conventional activated sludge and membrane bioreactor, conventional tertiary, chlorination/dechlorination, anaerobic mesophilic digestion, organics receiving, biomethane production, solids dewatering and process control of the various treatment unit processes. The ideal candidate will have a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification issued by the State of California, experience working with Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), Biological Nutrient Removal Process (BNR), Co-digestion of Organics, Microsoft software applications, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System, Process Control Data Base, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and be able to supervise, motivate, and delegate crews working the various treatment processes. Under general supervision, a Wastewater Plant Supervisor will perform skilled and supervisory work in the operational control of wastewater treatment processes for effective and efficient operations; to insure that the wastewater is processed and discharged according to all health and environmental regulations; and perform related work as required. Work Performed Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities to control flow and processing of wastewater, sludge, effluent and support processes; monitor gauges, meters and control panels; observe variations in operating conditions, interpreting meter and gauge readings; and test results to determine processing requirement. Maintain such records as logging operations, test results, maintenance work performed, chemical use and operating conditions. Review and evaluate records for process control. Provide direction and instructions to operations staff to control facility/wastewater processes. Provide assistance with contractor tie-ins or shutdowns. Plan and coordinate start-up of new processes or equipment. Evaluate and review operations of new equipment and processes. Perform frequent inspections of facility equipment/processes and review operating procedures to assure their efficient operation. Participate in the operation of the plant to solve difficult or unusual problems. Read and interpret plant piping and distribution plans; assist in locating and troubleshooting plant malfunctions. Organize, operate and maintain plant record system and computer database. Recommend and initiate improved work methods and procedures. Assist in the training of existing and new employees. Write technical reports and instructions for the operation of process equipment and systems. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus as required. Research and investigate information for development of process parameters and standard operating procedures. Perform analysis and laboratory tests as necessary to monitor plant and process performance. Evaluate alternate proposals and make sound recommendations. Conduct surveillance of facilities to determine safety, efficiency of operation, cleanliness and maintenance requirements. Ensure that the facility process operations satisfy requirements established by regulatory agencies. Monitor operating efficiency of the wastewater treatment plant; develop and implement methods of improving plant efficiency. Plan, assign, schedule, supervise, motivate and evaluate employees as assigned. Order supplies and materials; prepare cost estimates; develop equipment specifications. Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the Treatment Services Section. Prepare/review regulatory reports. Serve as Acting Wastewater Operations Manager as required. Qualifications Recruitment Guidelines: Option 1 A Bachelor's Degree with a major related to wastewater treatment and which includes a minimum of 30 units of basic science courses; AND two years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option II An Associate's Degree or completion of 60 semester units at a college or university, either of which includes 15 semester units of basic science courses; AND four years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option III Graduation from high school or equivalent AND six years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option IV Four years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator while certified as a Grade III operator; AND Three years of experience in a supervisor/management level position is required. Necessary Special Requirement Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Possession of an active Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Possession of a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) within 18 months of appointment.* Highly Desired Qualifications: Possession of a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Experience with operation of Membrane Bio Reactor (MBR). *Wastewater Operations Supervisors hired or promoted prior to 11/2002 are "grand-fathered" so a Grade V certificate is not a requirement. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Current Grade IV or Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (must be scanned and attached to the online application). PLEASE NOTE: THE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED MUST BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION. FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide) . IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination. NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at https://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ .An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. Level I include Para-Professional and Supervisory classifications (Non-exempt). The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows: Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense. Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation.The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost and is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense. Health Insurance - The City offerssix health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,516 per month for HMO plans(family coverage). Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month. Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage. Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k). Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $100per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional. Leave Benefits - Includes all the typical vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation. Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long Term Disability Plan. LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents. Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents. Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs = 128 hrs., 10+ yrs = 168 hrs. For additional benefits information, please visit the following page: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/ about-1 For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
The Position The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of WASTEWATER PLANT SUPERVISOR to fill one (1) vacancy in the Wastewater Division of the Public Works Department . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. The Wastewater Plant Supervisor for the Public Works Department, Regional Water Quality Control Plant will oversee crews and shifts in various disciplines of Wastewater Treatment, including preliminary, primary, secondary biological nutrient removal through conventional activated sludge and membrane bioreactor, conventional tertiary, chlorination/dechlorination, anaerobic mesophilic digestion, organics receiving, biomethane production, solids dewatering and process control of the various treatment unit processes. The ideal candidate will have a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification issued by the State of California, experience working with Membrane Bioreactor (MBR), Biological Nutrient Removal Process (BNR), Co-digestion of Organics, Microsoft software applications, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition System, Process Control Data Base, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and be able to supervise, motivate, and delegate crews working the various treatment processes. Under general supervision, a Wastewater Plant Supervisor will perform skilled and supervisory work in the operational control of wastewater treatment processes for effective and efficient operations; to insure that the wastewater is processed and discharged according to all health and environmental regulations; and perform related work as required. Work Performed Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Supervise and participate in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities to control flow and processing of wastewater, sludge, effluent and support processes; monitor gauges, meters and control panels; observe variations in operating conditions, interpreting meter and gauge readings; and test results to determine processing requirement. Maintain such records as logging operations, test results, maintenance work performed, chemical use and operating conditions. Review and evaluate records for process control. Provide direction and instructions to operations staff to control facility/wastewater processes. Provide assistance with contractor tie-ins or shutdowns. Plan and coordinate start-up of new processes or equipment. Evaluate and review operations of new equipment and processes. Perform frequent inspections of facility equipment/processes and review operating procedures to assure their efficient operation. Participate in the operation of the plant to solve difficult or unusual problems. Read and interpret plant piping and distribution plans; assist in locating and troubleshooting plant malfunctions. Organize, operate and maintain plant record system and computer database. Recommend and initiate improved work methods and procedures. Assist in the training of existing and new employees. Write technical reports and instructions for the operation of process equipment and systems. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus as required. Research and investigate information for development of process parameters and standard operating procedures. Perform analysis and laboratory tests as necessary to monitor plant and process performance. Evaluate alternate proposals and make sound recommendations. Conduct surveillance of facilities to determine safety, efficiency of operation, cleanliness and maintenance requirements. Ensure that the facility process operations satisfy requirements established by regulatory agencies. Monitor operating efficiency of the wastewater treatment plant; develop and implement methods of improving plant efficiency. Plan, assign, schedule, supervise, motivate and evaluate employees as assigned. Order supplies and materials; prepare cost estimates; develop equipment specifications. Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the Treatment Services Section. Prepare/review regulatory reports. Serve as Acting Wastewater Operations Manager as required. Qualifications Recruitment Guidelines: Option 1 A Bachelor's Degree with a major related to wastewater treatment and which includes a minimum of 30 units of basic science courses; AND two years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option II An Associate's Degree or completion of 60 semester units at a college or university, either of which includes 15 semester units of basic science courses; AND four years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option III Graduation from high school or equivalent AND six years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator; Option IV Four years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator while certified as a Grade III operator; AND Three years of experience in a supervisor/management level position is required. Necessary Special Requirement Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Possession of an active Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Possession of a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) within 18 months of appointment.* Highly Desired Qualifications: Possession of a Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Experience with operation of Membrane Bio Reactor (MBR). *Wastewater Operations Supervisors hired or promoted prior to 11/2002 are "grand-fathered" so a Grade V certificate is not a requirement. Selection Process DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION: 1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Current Grade IV or Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State of California, State Water Resources Control Board (must be scanned and attached to the online application). PLEASE NOTE: THE CERTIFICATION REQUIRED MUST BE SCANNED AND ATTACHED TO THE ONLINE APPLICATION. FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide) . IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination. NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at https://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ .An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement. THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. Level I include Para-Professional and Supervisory classifications (Non-exempt). The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows: Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense. Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation.The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost and is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense. Health Insurance - The City offerssix health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,516 per month for HMO plans(family coverage). Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month. Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage. Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k). Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $100per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional. Leave Benefits - Includes all the typical vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation. Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long Term Disability Plan. LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents. Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents. Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs = 128 hrs., 10+ yrs = 168 hrs. For additional benefits information, please visit the following page: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/ about-1 For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
King County Wastewater Treatment Division, WA
Seattle, Washington, United States
Summary Join Our Team : Make a Difference in Stormwater Management! About the Role: Why This Opportunity Stands Out Innovative Projects: Be part of a team tackling emerging flooding and water quality challenges. Work on groundbreaking projects like flood response, detention and water quality facility repairs, retrofits, and feasibility studies for regional stormwater facilities. Community Impact: Use your engineering and scientific skills to benefit our local environment and community. Your work will directly contribute to sustainable solutions that protect and enhance our surroundings. Comprehensive Project Involvement: Engage in every phase of project development-from initial site assessment and feasibility studies to construction and post-construction monitoring. Gain a holistic understanding and hands-on experience in stormwater management. Dynamic Team Culture: Collaborate with a passionate team in the Water & Land Resources Division's Stormwater Capital Unit. Enjoy a supportive environment that fosters innovation, learning, and professional growth. Career Development: This position offers a unique platform for career advancement. Develop your expertise in a field that is crucial for environmental sustainability and community resilience. This role is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to lead meaningful projects that make a real difference. If you're driven by a commitment to environmental stewardship and want to contribute to cutting-edge solutions in stormwater management, this is the perfect position for you. Join us in shaping a sustainable future! About the Team: The Stormwater Capital Unit (SCU) designs, permits, implements and monitors stormwater projects across King County that address flow control, water quality, and aged or outdated infrastructure. SCU has a multidisciplinary staff of ecologists, engineers, and project managers with experience in watershed assessment, project conception and design, regulatory management, construction procurement and supervision, and project effectiveness monitoring. We are looking for a compassionate, resourceful and technically skilled team leader who can support our multi-disciplinary teams to advance high priority stormwater projects within the newly formed Capital Section. The ideal candidate is someone who can effectively build project teams and mentor engineers and project managers under their supervision. Additionally, the most successful candidates will have demonstrated experience with stormwater infrastructure project management, work well with diverse teams, and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners. We are seeking a leader aligned with SCU values including teamwork, dependability/accountability, open and honest communication, joyful/fun culture, curiosity and innovation, and respect and empathy. For more information about the Capital Services Unit, please visit our website . Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Stormwater Capital Projects Supervisor (Engineer IV), you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Supervise technical staff, including hiring, performance management, career development and mentorship. Work with the SCU unit manager to plan and prioritize project work assignments. Provide technical assistance and program guidance to SCU staff, other Capital supervisors, WLRD, and other county departments. Represent SCU programs and effectively collaborate on King County initiatives such as the Clean Water Healthy Habitat Strategy , the Strategic Climate Action Plan , and WLRD's Capital Integration. Provide project supervision, project management, and quality control for SCU projects and technical products. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring: A commitment to advance Equity and Social Justice initiatives and cultural competence growth. Academic and professional work experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the job duties, including staff supervision, stormwater engineering design principals and project management skills sufficient to provide guidance and oversee the successful design and implementation of stormwater capital improvement projects (CIPs). Skills demonstrating the ability to develop effective teams, instill trust and integrity, and relate openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. Skills to effectively delegate work and acquire staff resources necessary to align with the successful completion of planned milestones. Demonstrated communication skills in complex organizational and politically sensitive settings, Effectively participate and collaborate in team settings, including making sense of complex and sometimes contradictory information to solve problems effectively Demonstrated skill at building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives including handling conflict effectively. Competencies You Bring: DIRECTS WORK: Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done DRIVES ENGAGEMENT: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives MANAGES CONFLICT: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise PLANS AND ALIGNS: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals INSTILLS TRUST: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity It Would Be Nice if You Also Bring: Licensed Washington State professional civil engineering (P.E.) or licensed in another state with the ability to obtain Washington State license through reciprocity. Experience with applying equity and social justice principles and practices to programs and operations. Experience with interpreting and applying King County and/or other applicable codes and rules pertaining to stormwater and surface water management. Experience with supervision of multiple staff, including setting performance expectations, evaluating performance, hiring, coaching, training, recommending pay changes, imposing disciplinary actions, providing recommendations on grievances. Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically 3-6 days per month. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work . Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements. Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. Union Representation: This position is represented by PROTEC Local 17A. Necessary Special Requirements: Valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting work if selected for this position. The final candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical. Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to conduct occasional physical site inspections and evaluations. There is an intermittent need to walk on uneven terrain, for limited periods of time. Field locations include existing stormwater facilities and roads, forested environments, including ravines, and possibly agricultural lands, and may expose the employee to inclement weather, slippery, uneven surfaces and other dynamic conditions typically found in rural and undeveloped portions of King County. Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, but first consideration will be given to all current King County PROTEC Local 17A bargaining unit employees eligible for a lateral transfer (transferring within the Engineer IV classification and having passed probation). We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply . Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position. King County application Resume Cover Letter detailing your background and what you can bring to this position Responses to supplemental questions Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jamie Jensen-Young at 206-263-8779 or jjensenyoung@kingcounty.gov . Discover More About the Division: Visit our website . Discover More About DNRP : Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time:
Sep 25, 2024
Full Time
Summary Join Our Team : Make a Difference in Stormwater Management! About the Role: Why This Opportunity Stands Out Innovative Projects: Be part of a team tackling emerging flooding and water quality challenges. Work on groundbreaking projects like flood response, detention and water quality facility repairs, retrofits, and feasibility studies for regional stormwater facilities. Community Impact: Use your engineering and scientific skills to benefit our local environment and community. Your work will directly contribute to sustainable solutions that protect and enhance our surroundings. Comprehensive Project Involvement: Engage in every phase of project development-from initial site assessment and feasibility studies to construction and post-construction monitoring. Gain a holistic understanding and hands-on experience in stormwater management. Dynamic Team Culture: Collaborate with a passionate team in the Water & Land Resources Division's Stormwater Capital Unit. Enjoy a supportive environment that fosters innovation, learning, and professional growth. Career Development: This position offers a unique platform for career advancement. Develop your expertise in a field that is crucial for environmental sustainability and community resilience. This role is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to lead meaningful projects that make a real difference. If you're driven by a commitment to environmental stewardship and want to contribute to cutting-edge solutions in stormwater management, this is the perfect position for you. Join us in shaping a sustainable future! About the Team: The Stormwater Capital Unit (SCU) designs, permits, implements and monitors stormwater projects across King County that address flow control, water quality, and aged or outdated infrastructure. SCU has a multidisciplinary staff of ecologists, engineers, and project managers with experience in watershed assessment, project conception and design, regulatory management, construction procurement and supervision, and project effectiveness monitoring. We are looking for a compassionate, resourceful and technically skilled team leader who can support our multi-disciplinary teams to advance high priority stormwater projects within the newly formed Capital Section. The ideal candidate is someone who can effectively build project teams and mentor engineers and project managers under their supervision. Additionally, the most successful candidates will have demonstrated experience with stormwater infrastructure project management, work well with diverse teams, and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners. We are seeking a leader aligned with SCU values including teamwork, dependability/accountability, open and honest communication, joyful/fun culture, curiosity and innovation, and respect and empathy. For more information about the Capital Services Unit, please visit our website . Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Stormwater Capital Projects Supervisor (Engineer IV), you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Supervise technical staff, including hiring, performance management, career development and mentorship. Work with the SCU unit manager to plan and prioritize project work assignments. Provide technical assistance and program guidance to SCU staff, other Capital supervisors, WLRD, and other county departments. Represent SCU programs and effectively collaborate on King County initiatives such as the Clean Water Healthy Habitat Strategy , the Strategic Climate Action Plan , and WLRD's Capital Integration. Provide project supervision, project management, and quality control for SCU projects and technical products. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring: A commitment to advance Equity and Social Justice initiatives and cultural competence growth. Academic and professional work experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the job duties, including staff supervision, stormwater engineering design principals and project management skills sufficient to provide guidance and oversee the successful design and implementation of stormwater capital improvement projects (CIPs). Skills demonstrating the ability to develop effective teams, instill trust and integrity, and relate openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. Skills to effectively delegate work and acquire staff resources necessary to align with the successful completion of planned milestones. Demonstrated communication skills in complex organizational and politically sensitive settings, Effectively participate and collaborate in team settings, including making sense of complex and sometimes contradictory information to solve problems effectively Demonstrated skill at building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives including handling conflict effectively. Competencies You Bring: DIRECTS WORK: Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done DRIVES ENGAGEMENT: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives MANAGES CONFLICT: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise PLANS AND ALIGNS: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals INSTILLS TRUST: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity It Would Be Nice if You Also Bring: Licensed Washington State professional civil engineering (P.E.) or licensed in another state with the ability to obtain Washington State license through reciprocity. Experience with applying equity and social justice principles and practices to programs and operations. Experience with interpreting and applying King County and/or other applicable codes and rules pertaining to stormwater and surface water management. Experience with supervision of multiple staff, including setting performance expectations, evaluating performance, hiring, coaching, training, recommending pay changes, imposing disciplinary actions, providing recommendations on grievances. Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically 3-6 days per month. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work . Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements. Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. Union Representation: This position is represented by PROTEC Local 17A. Necessary Special Requirements: Valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting work if selected for this position. The final candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical. Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to conduct occasional physical site inspections and evaluations. There is an intermittent need to walk on uneven terrain, for limited periods of time. Field locations include existing stormwater facilities and roads, forested environments, including ravines, and possibly agricultural lands, and may expose the employee to inclement weather, slippery, uneven surfaces and other dynamic conditions typically found in rural and undeveloped portions of King County. Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, but first consideration will be given to all current King County PROTEC Local 17A bargaining unit employees eligible for a lateral transfer (transferring within the Engineer IV classification and having passed probation). We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply . Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position. King County application Resume Cover Letter detailing your background and what you can bring to this position Responses to supplemental questions Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jamie Jensen-Young at 206-263-8779 or jjensenyoung@kingcounty.gov . Discover More About the Division: Visit our website . Discover More About DNRP : Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time:
CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Description PRINCIPAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT OPERATOR Regular, Full-Time Employment Opportunity First Application Review Date: September 16, 2024 The Principal Water Pollution Control Plant Operator, reporting to the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager, undertakes supervisory responsibilities at the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant (SWPCP). Their duties include providing instruction, troubleshooting, and maintenance related to plant operations, supervising training programs, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance of equipment, and coordinating with various stakeholders. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This Principal Operator position is the advanced journey-level classification in the Water Pollution Control Operator series. Incumbents are responsible for the coordination efforts between the Operations and Maintenance sections of SWPCP, administering the Operations portion of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and ensuring preventative maintenance is performed as required. Incumbents supervise the Operator in Training (OIT) Program. The Principal WPCP Operator is distinguished from the next lower classification of Senior Water Pollution Control Operator in that the Principal WPCP Operator performs a complex range of duties in the scheduling, training, operation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater treatment systems and has supervisor level responsibility. Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): Provides leadership for water pollution control operators; works in a collaborative manner with other staff such as maintenance, laboratory, administration, contractors and other city staff to ensure that all safety, compliance and optimization efforts are diligently pursued. Coordinates emergency response measures at the plant; notifies the Department of Public Safety as needed; familiarity with contingency plans, emergency operations, layout and activities in the facility, including the location of all pertinent records and documents; offers suggestions to improve safety protocols when needed. Monitors all plant treatment processes to ensure that local, state, and federal regulatory requirements are met, and documents process conditions as required. Reviews, comments and makes recommendations on plans and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects during design and construction at the Water Pollution Control Plant. Acts as liaison and coordinator for contractors and vendors on an as-needed-basis. Operates and makes minor repairs to engines, motors, pumps, sedimentation basins, flights, gates, valves, chlorinators, contact channels and other related equipment. Is proficient at the application, use, and administration of the SWPCPs CMMS and ensures that associated work orders are appropriate, properly submitted, approved, and issued in a timely fashion to ensure the SWPCP equipment is properly maintained. Reviews, adds critical relevant information if needed, and certifies logbook entries are accurate, complete and meet established guidelines. Performs and orders analytical tests as needed for pilot studies, process control evaluation or other troubleshooting efforts. Ensures cost effective operations through the control and monitoring of electrical loads, chemical usage, staffing overtime/training assignments, and other operations costs. Optimizes removal of all solids separation processes such as primary sludge pumping, sedimentation tank FOG skimming, programming of raw sludge pumping cycles, and algae float skimming treatment and disposal. Schedules work for all crews based on individual operator Shift assignment including annual vacation requests and other time off requests. Updates monthly schedule to ensure the plant is properly staffed at all times on all shifts every day of the year. Checks and reviews time cards, and ensures compliance with vacancy guidelines. Trains operations staff on new and existing systems and equipment, developing and modifying training materials as needed to keep up with existing and changing technology. Evaluates process control programs to ensure they work as designed, preform under extremes and tune/s the system/s when drift of the process is observed. May act as the Designated Operator in Charge for the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager in his/her absence. WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to chemicals, hazardous materials, skin irritants, fumes, and solvents. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to perform confined space entries, climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy traffic conditions. All of the work at the plant requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and/or established safety programs to perform the job. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. The base salary for this classification includes pay for potentially hazardous duties as listed in the essential job functions. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from High School or tested equivalent, AND Five years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant with at least 3 years at the shift supervisor level as defined by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). The Senior WPC Operator position at the SWPCP is considered equivalent to the SWRCB Shift Supervisor definition. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: Chemical, biological, physical and mechanical systems associated with the operation of: pre-treatment, primary treatment, oxidation (facultative) ponds, fixed growth reactors (Nitrifying Trickling Filters), dissolved air flotation tanks, dual media filtration, disinfection, neutralization and the production of recycled water. The application, control, monitoring, troubleshooting and the equipment to dose polymer, chlorine or sodium hypochlorite, sodium bisulfite , and other related wastewater and water reclamation chemicals. Principles and practices necessary in the operation of filtration and disinfection for a Water Reclamation Plant. Principal and practices necessary in the operation of the Power (Co-Gen) Generation Facility, electrical distribution, and operation of related equipment. Regulatory agency guidelines as they apply to the collection, treatment and discharge of treated wastewater for both receiving waters and water reclamation supply. Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic principles. Safety procedures pertaining to plant operations, including the techniques for handling and storing hazardous chemicals, and responding to and reporting chemical spills and other emergencies. Skill in: The use of Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems to monitor, adjust, and evaluate plant process control parameters to meet performance targets and meet or exceed effluent water quality goals for NPDES compliance. The use of computers; SCADA generated trends for wastewater treatment processes analysis, troubleshooting and process control. The use of hand, power, other mechanical, electrical and pneumatic tools and other equipment. Ability to: Supervise Operations and coordinate activities during normal business hours requiring a high degree of competence. Communicate and prioritize assignments to ensure routine or emergency maintenance activities, maintenance or Capital Improvement Construction, and routine, special or emergency operations are carried out in a safe, compliant and effective manner. Carry out the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant standard operating procedures, and operations and maintenance requirements. Work with the mechanical support sections to ensure that required maintenance activities are completed in a safe, timely and effective manner. Read and interpret drawings, plans, schematics and specifications. Keep accurate records; prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and memoranda. Supervise the SWPCP Operations Training Programs and train/mentor assigned staff. Perform all plant operations without supervision. Analyze and correct plant operations problems, and ensure continuous safe operation of the plant. Perform routine laboratory analysis for treatment and process control evaluation. Work as an effective team leader offering support to all levels of staff. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Work with, in, and around influents containing municipal wastewater, plant treatment processes, wastewater treatment chemicals, hazardous materials, and residential, commercial and industrial sewage. Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices reflecting wastewater treatment plant operations and make complex operational adjustments based on recorded data. Be fit tested and wear/dawn and maintain the ability to use an air-purifying respirator and/or self contained breathing apparatus SCBA. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Operate standard office equipment; use word processing and spreadsheet applications. Willingness to: Respond to emergencies at any time of the day or night, including weekends and holidays; occasionally perform duties for periods longer than the normal eight-hour work day or more than five days per week, or both. Travel to all areas around the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant, surrounding ponds and landfill area as needed to evaluate and ensure proper operation during normal and emergency events. Licenses and Certificates Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record. Possession of a valid Grade III or above Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate issued by the California State Water Quality Control Board. Application and Selection Process If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources. The F irs t Application Review Date is September 16, 2024. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and clicking on CITY JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral examination . Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources. If selected to continue in the process, a copy of your current California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) record printout will be required. SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Please note: Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employee Association (SEA). The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association SEA Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 16, 2024
Full Time
Description PRINCIPAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT OPERATOR Regular, Full-Time Employment Opportunity First Application Review Date: September 16, 2024 The Principal Water Pollution Control Plant Operator, reporting to the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager, undertakes supervisory responsibilities at the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant (SWPCP). Their duties include providing instruction, troubleshooting, and maintenance related to plant operations, supervising training programs, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance of equipment, and coordinating with various stakeholders. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This Principal Operator position is the advanced journey-level classification in the Water Pollution Control Operator series. Incumbents are responsible for the coordination efforts between the Operations and Maintenance sections of SWPCP, administering the Operations portion of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and ensuring preventative maintenance is performed as required. Incumbents supervise the Operator in Training (OIT) Program. The Principal WPCP Operator is distinguished from the next lower classification of Senior Water Pollution Control Operator in that the Principal WPCP Operator performs a complex range of duties in the scheduling, training, operation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater treatment systems and has supervisor level responsibility. Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): Provides leadership for water pollution control operators; works in a collaborative manner with other staff such as maintenance, laboratory, administration, contractors and other city staff to ensure that all safety, compliance and optimization efforts are diligently pursued. Coordinates emergency response measures at the plant; notifies the Department of Public Safety as needed; familiarity with contingency plans, emergency operations, layout and activities in the facility, including the location of all pertinent records and documents; offers suggestions to improve safety protocols when needed. Monitors all plant treatment processes to ensure that local, state, and federal regulatory requirements are met, and documents process conditions as required. Reviews, comments and makes recommendations on plans and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects during design and construction at the Water Pollution Control Plant. Acts as liaison and coordinator for contractors and vendors on an as-needed-basis. Operates and makes minor repairs to engines, motors, pumps, sedimentation basins, flights, gates, valves, chlorinators, contact channels and other related equipment. Is proficient at the application, use, and administration of the SWPCPs CMMS and ensures that associated work orders are appropriate, properly submitted, approved, and issued in a timely fashion to ensure the SWPCP equipment is properly maintained. Reviews, adds critical relevant information if needed, and certifies logbook entries are accurate, complete and meet established guidelines. Performs and orders analytical tests as needed for pilot studies, process control evaluation or other troubleshooting efforts. Ensures cost effective operations through the control and monitoring of electrical loads, chemical usage, staffing overtime/training assignments, and other operations costs. Optimizes removal of all solids separation processes such as primary sludge pumping, sedimentation tank FOG skimming, programming of raw sludge pumping cycles, and algae float skimming treatment and disposal. Schedules work for all crews based on individual operator Shift assignment including annual vacation requests and other time off requests. Updates monthly schedule to ensure the plant is properly staffed at all times on all shifts every day of the year. Checks and reviews time cards, and ensures compliance with vacancy guidelines. Trains operations staff on new and existing systems and equipment, developing and modifying training materials as needed to keep up with existing and changing technology. Evaluates process control programs to ensure they work as designed, preform under extremes and tune/s the system/s when drift of the process is observed. May act as the Designated Operator in Charge for the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager in his/her absence. WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to chemicals, hazardous materials, skin irritants, fumes, and solvents. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to perform confined space entries, climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy traffic conditions. All of the work at the plant requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and/or established safety programs to perform the job. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. The base salary for this classification includes pay for potentially hazardous duties as listed in the essential job functions. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from High School or tested equivalent, AND Five years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant with at least 3 years at the shift supervisor level as defined by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). The Senior WPC Operator position at the SWPCP is considered equivalent to the SWRCB Shift Supervisor definition. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: Chemical, biological, physical and mechanical systems associated with the operation of: pre-treatment, primary treatment, oxidation (facultative) ponds, fixed growth reactors (Nitrifying Trickling Filters), dissolved air flotation tanks, dual media filtration, disinfection, neutralization and the production of recycled water. The application, control, monitoring, troubleshooting and the equipment to dose polymer, chlorine or sodium hypochlorite, sodium bisulfite , and other related wastewater and water reclamation chemicals. Principles and practices necessary in the operation of filtration and disinfection for a Water Reclamation Plant. Principal and practices necessary in the operation of the Power (Co-Gen) Generation Facility, electrical distribution, and operation of related equipment. Regulatory agency guidelines as they apply to the collection, treatment and discharge of treated wastewater for both receiving waters and water reclamation supply. Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic principles. Safety procedures pertaining to plant operations, including the techniques for handling and storing hazardous chemicals, and responding to and reporting chemical spills and other emergencies. Skill in: The use of Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems to monitor, adjust, and evaluate plant process control parameters to meet performance targets and meet or exceed effluent water quality goals for NPDES compliance. The use of computers; SCADA generated trends for wastewater treatment processes analysis, troubleshooting and process control. The use of hand, power, other mechanical, electrical and pneumatic tools and other equipment. Ability to: Supervise Operations and coordinate activities during normal business hours requiring a high degree of competence. Communicate and prioritize assignments to ensure routine or emergency maintenance activities, maintenance or Capital Improvement Construction, and routine, special or emergency operations are carried out in a safe, compliant and effective manner. Carry out the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant standard operating procedures, and operations and maintenance requirements. Work with the mechanical support sections to ensure that required maintenance activities are completed in a safe, timely and effective manner. Read and interpret drawings, plans, schematics and specifications. Keep accurate records; prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and memoranda. Supervise the SWPCP Operations Training Programs and train/mentor assigned staff. Perform all plant operations without supervision. Analyze and correct plant operations problems, and ensure continuous safe operation of the plant. Perform routine laboratory analysis for treatment and process control evaluation. Work as an effective team leader offering support to all levels of staff. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Work with, in, and around influents containing municipal wastewater, plant treatment processes, wastewater treatment chemicals, hazardous materials, and residential, commercial and industrial sewage. Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices reflecting wastewater treatment plant operations and make complex operational adjustments based on recorded data. Be fit tested and wear/dawn and maintain the ability to use an air-purifying respirator and/or self contained breathing apparatus SCBA. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Operate standard office equipment; use word processing and spreadsheet applications. Willingness to: Respond to emergencies at any time of the day or night, including weekends and holidays; occasionally perform duties for periods longer than the normal eight-hour work day or more than five days per week, or both. Travel to all areas around the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant, surrounding ponds and landfill area as needed to evaluate and ensure proper operation during normal and emergency events. Licenses and Certificates Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record. Possession of a valid Grade III or above Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate issued by the California State Water Quality Control Board. Application and Selection Process If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources. The F irs t Application Review Date is September 16, 2024. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and clicking on CITY JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral examination . Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources. If selected to continue in the process, a copy of your current California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) record printout will be required. SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Please note: Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employee Association (SEA). The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association SEA Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: Continuous
King County Wastewater Treatment Division, WA
Seattle, Washington, United States
Summary This position is open to all qualified King County Employees This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for the Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor in the following 6 months after initial selection. About the Role: Join the dynamic team at the King County Wastewater Treatment Division as we seek 7 energetic, forward-thinking, and collaborative individuals to take on the role of ECSS Supervisor. In this position, you will play a crucial role in supporting project teams dedicated to delivering wastewater capital projects and programs within our Environmental and Community Services Section (ECSS). We are in search of proven leaders who can utilize their program and project management expertise to strategically overcome challenges and successfully execute projects that significantly impact the quality of life in the communities we serve. As the ECSS Supervisor, you will lead a team of 6 to 10 staff, providing strategic oversight for all aspects related to a diverse range of wastewater capital projects and programs. This includes responsibilities such as establishing and maintaining mitigation sites, community outreach, obtaining regulatory approvals, acquiring property rights, and property management services. This position, primarily remote, encompasses full supervisory and associated staff administration duties. Embracing WTD's programmatic approach to capital project delivery offers a unique opportunity for innovation and collaboration across different sections, enhancing the efficiency of our infrastructure projects. Our regional wastewater treatment system is a critical player, operating 24/7 to maintain a healthy environment and drive economic development in our thriving region. As a key contributor to one of King County's most substantial and intricate capital programs, you will be involved in a variety of interesting, challenging, and mission-critical projects. In this role, you will have a unique opportunity to collaborate with all wastewater workgroups and lines of business. Your contributions will help shape the utility's response to changing regulations, build sustainable infrastructure, and create livable communities that ensure a clean and healthy natural environment for future generations. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a collaborative team, working alongside other Supervisors and ECSS Managers to successfully deliver the Wastewater Treatment Division's capital program and address the evolving needs of the Division. About the Team: Work units within the Environmental and Community Services section support the Wastewater Treatment Division's (WTD) Capital Improvement Program in ways that advance the values of King County and the WTD by protecting public health and the environment and providing equitable, inclusive services to residents and businesses across King County. To our agency, success means providing clean water safely and reliably to the next generation. It also means being accountable to our ratepayers and operating a well-managed agency. We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents . Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an King County Employee, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, c omprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Supervise the daily operations of an ECSS work unit providing direct daily support to WTD's Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Oversee the work effort to fully develop, establish, launch, and maintain standardized work processes used in the delivery of capital projects and programs. Supervise work unit staff. Engage and develop staff by providing coaching, mentoring, and developmental assignments to ensure that needed technical, essential and leadership skills meet the current and emerging needs of the Wastewater Treatment Division. Oversee hiring, performance management, discipline, and job progression. Ensure that the work unit is integrated with other section/division programs in the delivery of services to WTD's CIP and aligned with WTD business plans and priorities, including King County's Best Run Government and Equity and Social Justice initiatives. Foster a respectful and positive environment in diverse work situations, create strong morale with engaged teams, instill vision and purpose, and encourage open dialogue. Develop work unit policies and procedures and recommend to division/department leadership. Implement and evaluate approved policies and procedures. Conduct meetings and workshops and lead committees to assure regular and timely communication of work unit issues to work unit staff. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring: Experience leading or managing staff responsible for all phases of delivering large wastewater capital projects. Verifiable expertise must include navigation of capital projects from predesign to construction, that require one or more of the following: establishment and maintenance of mitigation sites, acquisition of property interest, property asset management, community outreach, and complicated local, state, and federal regulatory approvals. Senior level experience delivering services from a work unit in support of multiple WTD major capital projects or comprehensive plans. Experience must demonstrate successful implementation of wastewater capital projects, specifically, capital projects involving operating facilities and projects that require interface with the public, local jurisdictions and state and federal regulatory agencies. Competencies you bring: Builds Effective Teams - Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Forms teams with appropriate and diverse mix of styles, perspectives, and experience. Establishes common objectives and a shared mindset. Creates a feeling of belonging and strong team morale. Shares wins and rewards team efforts. Fosters open dialogue and collaboration among the team. Customer Focused - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Gains insight into customer needs. Identifies opportunities that benefit the customer. Builds and delivers solutions that meet customer expectations. Establishes and maintains effective customer relationships. Drives Engagement - Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. Structures the work so it aligns with people's goals and motivators. Empowers others. Makes each person feel his/her contributions are important. Invites input and shares ownership and visibility. Shows a clear connection between people's motivators and the organizational goals Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Follow through on commitments and make sure others do the same. Acts with a clear sense of ownership. Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures. Establishes clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results. Designs feedback loop into work. It Would Be Great if You Also Bring: Completion of Federal Emergency Management Agency training IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS 100. Completion of Institute for Participatory Management and Planning training: Systematic Development of Informed Consent. Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead certification. Experience leading or managing ECSS staff responsible for all phases of delivering large wastewater capital projects. International Right of Way Association designation as a Senior Right of Way Professional (SR/WA). Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role will primarily be working at a remote home location. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work . Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements. Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with flexible schedules. This position is not covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. Union Representation: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117. Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. To apply, submit a: Complete Application Cover Letter - Detailing your experience that makes you a good fit for this position. (Optional) Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Helen David at hdavid@kingcounty.gov Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest. Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time:
Sep 13, 2024
Full Time
Summary This position is open to all qualified King County Employees This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for the Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor in the following 6 months after initial selection. About the Role: Join the dynamic team at the King County Wastewater Treatment Division as we seek 7 energetic, forward-thinking, and collaborative individuals to take on the role of ECSS Supervisor. In this position, you will play a crucial role in supporting project teams dedicated to delivering wastewater capital projects and programs within our Environmental and Community Services Section (ECSS). We are in search of proven leaders who can utilize their program and project management expertise to strategically overcome challenges and successfully execute projects that significantly impact the quality of life in the communities we serve. As the ECSS Supervisor, you will lead a team of 6 to 10 staff, providing strategic oversight for all aspects related to a diverse range of wastewater capital projects and programs. This includes responsibilities such as establishing and maintaining mitigation sites, community outreach, obtaining regulatory approvals, acquiring property rights, and property management services. This position, primarily remote, encompasses full supervisory and associated staff administration duties. Embracing WTD's programmatic approach to capital project delivery offers a unique opportunity for innovation and collaboration across different sections, enhancing the efficiency of our infrastructure projects. Our regional wastewater treatment system is a critical player, operating 24/7 to maintain a healthy environment and drive economic development in our thriving region. As a key contributor to one of King County's most substantial and intricate capital programs, you will be involved in a variety of interesting, challenging, and mission-critical projects. In this role, you will have a unique opportunity to collaborate with all wastewater workgroups and lines of business. Your contributions will help shape the utility's response to changing regulations, build sustainable infrastructure, and create livable communities that ensure a clean and healthy natural environment for future generations. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a collaborative team, working alongside other Supervisors and ECSS Managers to successfully deliver the Wastewater Treatment Division's capital program and address the evolving needs of the Division. About the Team: Work units within the Environmental and Community Services section support the Wastewater Treatment Division's (WTD) Capital Improvement Program in ways that advance the values of King County and the WTD by protecting public health and the environment and providing equitable, inclusive services to residents and businesses across King County. To our agency, success means providing clean water safely and reliably to the next generation. It also means being accountable to our ratepayers and operating a well-managed agency. We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents . Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an King County Employee, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, c omprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities. Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Supervise the daily operations of an ECSS work unit providing direct daily support to WTD's Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Oversee the work effort to fully develop, establish, launch, and maintain standardized work processes used in the delivery of capital projects and programs. Supervise work unit staff. Engage and develop staff by providing coaching, mentoring, and developmental assignments to ensure that needed technical, essential and leadership skills meet the current and emerging needs of the Wastewater Treatment Division. Oversee hiring, performance management, discipline, and job progression. Ensure that the work unit is integrated with other section/division programs in the delivery of services to WTD's CIP and aligned with WTD business plans and priorities, including King County's Best Run Government and Equity and Social Justice initiatives. Foster a respectful and positive environment in diverse work situations, create strong morale with engaged teams, instill vision and purpose, and encourage open dialogue. Develop work unit policies and procedures and recommend to division/department leadership. Implement and evaluate approved policies and procedures. Conduct meetings and workshops and lead committees to assure regular and timely communication of work unit issues to work unit staff. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Qualifications You Bring: Experience leading or managing staff responsible for all phases of delivering large wastewater capital projects. Verifiable expertise must include navigation of capital projects from predesign to construction, that require one or more of the following: establishment and maintenance of mitigation sites, acquisition of property interest, property asset management, community outreach, and complicated local, state, and federal regulatory approvals. Senior level experience delivering services from a work unit in support of multiple WTD major capital projects or comprehensive plans. Experience must demonstrate successful implementation of wastewater capital projects, specifically, capital projects involving operating facilities and projects that require interface with the public, local jurisdictions and state and federal regulatory agencies. Competencies you bring: Builds Effective Teams - Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals. Forms teams with appropriate and diverse mix of styles, perspectives, and experience. Establishes common objectives and a shared mindset. Creates a feeling of belonging and strong team morale. Shares wins and rewards team efforts. Fosters open dialogue and collaboration among the team. Customer Focused - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Gains insight into customer needs. Identifies opportunities that benefit the customer. Builds and delivers solutions that meet customer expectations. Establishes and maintains effective customer relationships. Drives Engagement - Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives. Structures the work so it aligns with people's goals and motivators. Empowers others. Makes each person feel his/her contributions are important. Invites input and shares ownership and visibility. Shows a clear connection between people's motivators and the organizational goals Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Follow through on commitments and make sure others do the same. Acts with a clear sense of ownership. Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures. Establishes clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results. Designs feedback loop into work. It Would Be Great if You Also Bring: Completion of Federal Emergency Management Agency training IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System, ICS 100. Completion of Institute for Participatory Management and Planning training: Systematic Development of Informed Consent. Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead certification. Experience leading or managing ECSS staff responsible for all phases of delivering large wastewater capital projects. International Right of Way Association designation as a Senior Right of Way Professional (SR/WA). Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role will primarily be working at a remote home location. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work . Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements. Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with flexible schedules. This position is not covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. Union Representation: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117. Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. To apply, submit a: Complete Application Cover Letter - Detailing your experience that makes you a good fit for this position. (Optional) Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening. Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Helen David at hdavid@kingcounty.gov Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News . Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest. Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. Closing Date/Time:
Clark County Water Reclamation District
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Water Reclamation District is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Part Time Program Assistant. Incumbents in this position will work in assigned Service Groups to obtain entry-level experience in the wastewater industry. Incumbents will work with professional level staff to acquire the knowledge and skills to assist them in becoming familiar with the wastewater treatment industry. This recruitment will be used to fill current and futures vacancies at the Las Vegas, Nevada (Flamingo Water Resource Center) worksite location. Automotive Fleet (Program Assistant) Under the direction of the WRD Fleet Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of basic and technical work in automotive fleet. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain equipment, perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment, and carry out other activities related to the successful operation of an automotive fleet service group. Wastewater Plant Operations (Program Assistant) Under the direction of the WRD WW Plant Operations Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in operations. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain equipment, monitor flow, learn wastewater treatment processes, conduct plant sampling, and carry out other activities related to the successful operation of a large wastewater treatment facility. Wastewater Collection Systems (Program Assistant) Under the direction of the WRD WW Collection Systems Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled work in collection system operations. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain a combination vacuum and jet-rod truck, assist with odor control maintenance and operations, support construction and repair activities, help with condition assessment, and carry out other activities related to the successful operation of a wastewater collection systems. Centralized Maintenance/Lift Stations (Program Assistant) Under the direction of the WRD Maintenance Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in maintenance operations. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain equipment, learn wastewater treatment processes, and carry out electrical, HVAC, facility and mechanical maintenance or other activities related to the successful operation and maintenance of a large wastewater treatment facility and pumping stations. Please Note: Part-time employment will not lead to permanent employment. Part-time hourly employees are used to fill positions normally less than twenty (20) hours per week. Part-time employees do not receive benefits. This is an open and continuous recruitment; scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Equivalent to graduation from high school. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Some positions may be exposed to hazardous chemicals and may be required to wear self-contained breathing equipment. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Class C Nevada Driver's License at the time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of an physical examination performed by our examining physician. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES General Program Assistant Tasks Performed in All Service Groups Uses standard office equipment, including a computer. Will use standard Microsoft software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. Participates as an active member of a work team; assists other staff as required; performs additional duties as necessary. The part time Program Assistant position functions as an entry-level position. Due to the diverse utilization of the position, incumbents in this classification may be assigned to any of the following Service Groups. Automotive Fleet (Program Assistant) Helps mechanic perform maintenance and repairs such as tune-ups and oil changes, checks tires and brakes, replaces spark plugs and engages in other similar tasks; Assists mechanic with electrical systems such as replacing batteries, starters, and lights; Test drives vehicles to ensure repairs are completed properly; Cleans the shop and returns tools to proper location; Inspects tools and equipment to ensure they are in working order; and Updates maintenance and repair logs for vehicles. Wastewater Plant Operations (Program Assistant) Learns and performs the operation of pumps, valves, and other equipment by computer, hand or mechanical means to regulate the flow of wastewater through various preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment processes; Learns and performs the operation of solid processing equipment to separate liquids from solids; Performs daily rounds in the treatment process area of the plant; Inspects plant equipment and reports any failures or operating difficulties to the lead operator; May initiate work orders and request repairs in the computerized maintenance management system; Performs collection of samples of wastewater, scum, grit, sludge, and other materials; Properly records chain of custody information for samples delivered to the laboratory; Assists and may run process lab testing to determine daily efficiency of treatment processes and online instrumentation; Performs daily reading of meters, gauges, charts and instruments and documents all required information; Receives and unloads bulk chemicals, some of which are hazardous; Learns to interpret material safety data sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used on site; Performs general housekeeping duties and performs routine preventive maintenance of plant equipment, grounds, and facilities; and Performs record keeping functions such as logging information regarding plant operation, test results from process lab, maintenance work performed and unusual operating conditions in a logbook and or database. Wastewater Collection Systems (Program Assistant) Assists with the operation of high-pressure jet rodding and vacuum equipment to clean sewers and storm drains, hydro-excavate around underground utilities and support other cleaning activities; Assists with all construction activities associated with pipeline and manhole repairs in roadways and easements, including paving; Performs heavy physical labor involved with loading/unloading supplies, equipment and materials; Assists in setting up and breaking down temporary traffic safety patterns, as directed; Assists in the operation and maintenance of odor control facilities; Installs and removes odor control manhole inserts and replaces carbon media; Performs basic maintenance of equipment, pumps and mechanical equipment; Assists in the operation of a closed-circuit camera truck to televise sanitary sewer lines; and Learns basic maintenance of all Collection Systems equipment. Centralized Maintenance/Lift Stations Service Groups (Program Assistant) Performs preventive maintenance of pumps, valves, compressors, and other mechanical equipment that push the flow of wastewater through various preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment processes. Assists in the repair of pumps, valves, compressors, and other mechanical equipment; Performs maintenance on electrical equipment, HVAC equipment and facilities equipment; Assists with daily preventive maintenance electrical equipment, HVAC equipment and facilities equipment; Performs daily reading of meters, gauges, charts and instruments and documents all required information; Interprets material safety data sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used on site; and Performs general housekeeping duties and performs routine preventive maintenance of plant equipment, grounds, and facilities. PHYSICAL DEMANDS PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical plant operation and/or field construction and maintenance setting, including operating typical trade and construction equipment, hand and power tools; Ability to use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to various work sites; May be required to work on roadways; Stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. PART-TIME AND TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES DO NOT RECEIVE BENEFITS. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Part Time
ABOUT THE POSITION The Clark County Water Reclamation District is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Part Time Program Assistant. Incumbents in this position will work in assigned Service Groups to obtain entry-level experience in the wastewater industry. Incumbents will work with professional level staff to acquire the knowledge and skills to assist them in becoming familiar with the wastewater treatment industry. This recruitment will be used to fill current and futures vacancies at the Las Vegas, Nevada (Flamingo Water Resource Center) worksite location. Automotive Fleet (Program Assistant) Under the direction of the WRD Fleet Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of basic and technical work in automotive fleet. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain equipment, perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment, and carry out other activities related to the successful operation of an automotive fleet service group. Wastewater Plant Operations (Program Assistant) Under the direction of the WRD WW Plant Operations Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in operations. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain equipment, monitor flow, learn wastewater treatment processes, conduct plant sampling, and carry out other activities related to the successful operation of a large wastewater treatment facility. Wastewater Collection Systems (Program Assistant) Under the direction of the WRD WW Collection Systems Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled work in collection system operations. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain a combination vacuum and jet-rod truck, assist with odor control maintenance and operations, support construction and repair activities, help with condition assessment, and carry out other activities related to the successful operation of a wastewater collection systems. Centralized Maintenance/Lift Stations (Program Assistant) Under the direction of the WRD Maintenance Supervisor, incumbents will learn and perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work in maintenance operations. Incumbents will have the opportunity to operate and maintain equipment, learn wastewater treatment processes, and carry out electrical, HVAC, facility and mechanical maintenance or other activities related to the successful operation and maintenance of a large wastewater treatment facility and pumping stations. Please Note: Part-time employment will not lead to permanent employment. Part-time hourly employees are used to fill positions normally less than twenty (20) hours per week. Part-time employees do not receive benefits. This is an open and continuous recruitment; scheduling dates will vary depending on when the application was received and reviewed by Human Resources. Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education and Experience: Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Equivalent to graduation from high school. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. Working Conditions: Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Some positions may be exposed to hazardous chemicals and may be required to wear self-contained breathing equipment. Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Class C Nevada Driver's License at the time of appointment. Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted. Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of an physical examination performed by our examining physician. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES General Program Assistant Tasks Performed in All Service Groups Uses standard office equipment, including a computer. Will use standard Microsoft software such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. Participates as an active member of a work team; assists other staff as required; performs additional duties as necessary. The part time Program Assistant position functions as an entry-level position. Due to the diverse utilization of the position, incumbents in this classification may be assigned to any of the following Service Groups. Automotive Fleet (Program Assistant) Helps mechanic perform maintenance and repairs such as tune-ups and oil changes, checks tires and brakes, replaces spark plugs and engages in other similar tasks; Assists mechanic with electrical systems such as replacing batteries, starters, and lights; Test drives vehicles to ensure repairs are completed properly; Cleans the shop and returns tools to proper location; Inspects tools and equipment to ensure they are in working order; and Updates maintenance and repair logs for vehicles. Wastewater Plant Operations (Program Assistant) Learns and performs the operation of pumps, valves, and other equipment by computer, hand or mechanical means to regulate the flow of wastewater through various preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment processes; Learns and performs the operation of solid processing equipment to separate liquids from solids; Performs daily rounds in the treatment process area of the plant; Inspects plant equipment and reports any failures or operating difficulties to the lead operator; May initiate work orders and request repairs in the computerized maintenance management system; Performs collection of samples of wastewater, scum, grit, sludge, and other materials; Properly records chain of custody information for samples delivered to the laboratory; Assists and may run process lab testing to determine daily efficiency of treatment processes and online instrumentation; Performs daily reading of meters, gauges, charts and instruments and documents all required information; Receives and unloads bulk chemicals, some of which are hazardous; Learns to interpret material safety data sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used on site; Performs general housekeeping duties and performs routine preventive maintenance of plant equipment, grounds, and facilities; and Performs record keeping functions such as logging information regarding plant operation, test results from process lab, maintenance work performed and unusual operating conditions in a logbook and or database. Wastewater Collection Systems (Program Assistant) Assists with the operation of high-pressure jet rodding and vacuum equipment to clean sewers and storm drains, hydro-excavate around underground utilities and support other cleaning activities; Assists with all construction activities associated with pipeline and manhole repairs in roadways and easements, including paving; Performs heavy physical labor involved with loading/unloading supplies, equipment and materials; Assists in setting up and breaking down temporary traffic safety patterns, as directed; Assists in the operation and maintenance of odor control facilities; Installs and removes odor control manhole inserts and replaces carbon media; Performs basic maintenance of equipment, pumps and mechanical equipment; Assists in the operation of a closed-circuit camera truck to televise sanitary sewer lines; and Learns basic maintenance of all Collection Systems equipment. Centralized Maintenance/Lift Stations Service Groups (Program Assistant) Performs preventive maintenance of pumps, valves, compressors, and other mechanical equipment that push the flow of wastewater through various preliminary, primary, secondary and tertiary treatment processes. Assists in the repair of pumps, valves, compressors, and other mechanical equipment; Performs maintenance on electrical equipment, HVAC equipment and facilities equipment; Assists with daily preventive maintenance electrical equipment, HVAC equipment and facilities equipment; Performs daily reading of meters, gauges, charts and instruments and documents all required information; Interprets material safety data sheets (SDS) for all chemicals used on site; and Performs general housekeeping duties and performs routine preventive maintenance of plant equipment, grounds, and facilities. PHYSICAL DEMANDS PHYSICAL DEMANDS Mobility to work in a typical plant operation and/or field construction and maintenance setting, including operating typical trade and construction equipment, hand and power tools; Ability to use standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to various work sites; May be required to work on roadways; Stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. PART-TIME AND TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES DO NOT RECEIVE BENEFITS. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service
Bryan, Texas, United States
Job Title Water/Wastewater Instructor Agency Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Department Infrastructure Training And Safety Institute Proposed Minimum Salary $5,833.34 monthly Job Location Bryan, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Agency Instructor I, under direction, will assist in training various specialty skilled and/or semi-skilled courses within the Water Program. The Agency Instructor I will utilize their knowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to help maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the course instruction. The Agency Instructor I will perform online and/or classroom instruction, field-based skills training, and/or may provide technical assistance. This position will also use a variety of media to present course materials and may assist in creating new and/or updating curriculum content, when necessary, to meet learner needs. The Agency Instructor I is expected to maintain their technical competence and skills and will report to the Agency Training Manager. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (equivalency: will consider an Associate’s degree with six years of related experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems or a High School Diploma/GED with eight years of related experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems) Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems TCEQ Sponsor Requirements One year of experience in training adults, and 60 hours of classroom instructional experience OR Completion of approved Instructor training courses in: 1. Methods of Teaching OR Effective Instructional Techniques AND 2. Instructional Design and Evaluation OR Organizational and Use of Training Materials Required Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License Texas Class "B" Water License Texas Class "B" Wastewater License Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to regularly use a computer/keyboard Ability to work outdoors exposed to various weather conditions, potential allergens, elevated noise levels, cold and heat Ability to support training delivery for up to 8-10 hours/day (standing) Physical conditioning consistent with setting up classrooms, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) during instruction, movement of training equipment and instructional materials up to 40 lbs. Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field from an accredited college or university Five or more years of experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems Six months or more experience as an Instructor in Water Utilities courses Texas Class "A" Water license, with experience in both Surface Water and Groundwater Texas Class "A" Wastewater license Texas BPAT, CSI, or OSSF licensing Five or more years of adult education and/or training Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Advanced knowledge and understanding in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems Knowledge of basic office and online presentation software and instructional programs Strong verbal/written communication and presentation skills Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Ability to interact respectfully and professionally with all levels of management, staff, students, and customers Equipment: Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone Training and field equipment PPE as necessary Notifications: This position is security-sensitive. This position may require up to 80% or more travel. This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. This position allows telecommuting per TEEX guidelines. This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures. All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements. Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages: Provide classroom and field instruction for the Water and Wastewater Training Program - 80%: Travels to remote locations and provides classroom instruction across the state as assigned by program supervisor (travel will frequently require multiple overnight stay(s)) Ensures concerned parties, points of contacts, host organization, agencies, are contacted and notified of schedules, locations, and times Ensures all training materials and training aids are prepared before class and secured and accounted for upon completion of the course Follows approved curriculum course outline, performs all course exercises as explained in the Instructor Guide Ensures participants have achieved terminal objectives of the course Provides the opportunity for participants to evaluate training Assists with course development and review as needed, recommends changes/updates to materials Maintains subject matter expertise on water related topics of instruction Administers course post-testing Ensures completion and collection of student attendance rosters, registration forms, pre-test/post-test, course evaluations, and delivery records forms Prepares class records and ensures that they are submitted in a timely fashion at the conclusion of the training Ensures class documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with division guidance, Agency, and contractual requirements (if applicable) Assist in the development and/or revision of the various water program courses as required- 10%: Updates technical courses, conducts special training courses as assigned by the program supervisor Develops course outlines for new or emerging treatment technologies Researches, develops, and writes new instructional material in support of the Water Program and/or updates materials in support of other water related courses Ensures that new instructional materials are reviewed as they become available to determine relevance with current courses Actively participates in team meetings and events Provide technical assistance and program support -10%: Provides on-site technical assistance and one-on-one training to operators of water & wastewater treatment plants to assist in the improvement of water quality and the public health Assists the Training Manager/Coordinator with customer interactions Assists in the marketing of division programs and events to potential customers and students Submits administrative paperwork to include timesheets and travel expenses/receipts within the required time frame per agency and division policy Other Duties: Participates in professional development opportunities Maintains involvement with Agency Initiatives (CoP’s, committees, etc.) Actively demonstrates the TEEX Values - Safety, Teamwork, Adaptability, Respect, and Stewardship Maintains and safeguards assigned divisional equipment and property Generates e-mails and reports as needed Maintains a clean and professional appearance Maintains an orderly and clean workspace Demonstrates a positive attitude and work ethic Exhibits punctuality by arriving to work and scheduled events on time Performs additional work duties as assigned As part of the TEEX’s mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position’s Division Director/ HQ Department Head All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Sep 18, 2024
Full Time
Job Title Water/Wastewater Instructor Agency Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Department Infrastructure Training And Safety Institute Proposed Minimum Salary $5,833.34 monthly Job Location Bryan, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Agency Instructor I, under direction, will assist in training various specialty skilled and/or semi-skilled courses within the Water Program. The Agency Instructor I will utilize their knowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to help maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the course instruction. The Agency Instructor I will perform online and/or classroom instruction, field-based skills training, and/or may provide technical assistance. This position will also use a variety of media to present course materials and may assist in creating new and/or updating curriculum content, when necessary, to meet learner needs. The Agency Instructor I is expected to maintain their technical competence and skills and will report to the Agency Training Manager. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (equivalency: will consider an Associate’s degree with six years of related experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems or a High School Diploma/GED with eight years of related experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems) Three years of experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems TCEQ Sponsor Requirements One year of experience in training adults, and 60 hours of classroom instructional experience OR Completion of approved Instructor training courses in: 1. Methods of Teaching OR Effective Instructional Techniques AND 2. Instructional Design and Evaluation OR Organizational and Use of Training Materials Required Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License Texas Class "B" Water License Texas Class "B" Wastewater License Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate orally and in writing Ability to regularly use a computer/keyboard Ability to work outdoors exposed to various weather conditions, potential allergens, elevated noise levels, cold and heat Ability to support training delivery for up to 8-10 hours/day (standing) Physical conditioning consistent with setting up classrooms, wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) during instruction, movement of training equipment and instructional materials up to 40 lbs. Ability to travel independently to other and/or remote locations by driving and/or flying on commercial airlines Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field from an accredited college or university Five or more years of experience in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems Six months or more experience as an Instructor in Water Utilities courses Texas Class "A" Water license, with experience in both Surface Water and Groundwater Texas Class "A" Wastewater license Texas BPAT, CSI, or OSSF licensing Five or more years of adult education and/or training Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Advanced knowledge and understanding in the operation, maintenance, design, construction, or regulation of water utility systems Knowledge of basic office and online presentation software and instructional programs Strong verbal/written communication and presentation skills Knowledge of principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality Strong interpersonal and organizational skills Ability to interact respectfully and professionally with all levels of management, staff, students, and customers Equipment: Standard office equipment: computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone Training and field equipment PPE as necessary Notifications: This position is security-sensitive. This position may require up to 80% or more travel. This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. This position allows telecommuting per TEEX guidelines. This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures. All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements. Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages: Provide classroom and field instruction for the Water and Wastewater Training Program - 80%: Travels to remote locations and provides classroom instruction across the state as assigned by program supervisor (travel will frequently require multiple overnight stay(s)) Ensures concerned parties, points of contacts, host organization, agencies, are contacted and notified of schedules, locations, and times Ensures all training materials and training aids are prepared before class and secured and accounted for upon completion of the course Follows approved curriculum course outline, performs all course exercises as explained in the Instructor Guide Ensures participants have achieved terminal objectives of the course Provides the opportunity for participants to evaluate training Assists with course development and review as needed, recommends changes/updates to materials Maintains subject matter expertise on water related topics of instruction Administers course post-testing Ensures completion and collection of student attendance rosters, registration forms, pre-test/post-test, course evaluations, and delivery records forms Prepares class records and ensures that they are submitted in a timely fashion at the conclusion of the training Ensures class documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with division guidance, Agency, and contractual requirements (if applicable) Assist in the development and/or revision of the various water program courses as required- 10%: Updates technical courses, conducts special training courses as assigned by the program supervisor Develops course outlines for new or emerging treatment technologies Researches, develops, and writes new instructional material in support of the Water Program and/or updates materials in support of other water related courses Ensures that new instructional materials are reviewed as they become available to determine relevance with current courses Actively participates in team meetings and events Provide technical assistance and program support -10%: Provides on-site technical assistance and one-on-one training to operators of water & wastewater treatment plants to assist in the improvement of water quality and the public health Assists the Training Manager/Coordinator with customer interactions Assists in the marketing of division programs and events to potential customers and students Submits administrative paperwork to include timesheets and travel expenses/receipts within the required time frame per agency and division policy Other Duties: Participates in professional development opportunities Maintains involvement with Agency Initiatives (CoP’s, committees, etc.) Actively demonstrates the TEEX Values - Safety, Teamwork, Adaptability, Respect, and Stewardship Maintains and safeguards assigned divisional equipment and property Generates e-mails and reports as needed Maintains a clean and professional appearance Maintains an orderly and clean workspace Demonstrates a positive attitude and work ethic Exhibits punctuality by arriving to work and scheduled events on time Performs additional work duties as assigned As part of the TEEX’s mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position’s Division Director/ HQ Department Head All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
YORK COUNTY, SC
York, South Carolina, United States
About us York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success. Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. About the Department: The York County Water and Sewer Department operates and maintains water and sewer systems in defined service areas in eastern York County and western York County. The department operates a water & sewer distribution system; purchasing water and sewer treatment services from the City of Rock Hill through a wholesale agreement. The department delivers approximately 6 MGD of water to its 20,000+ customers and delivers approximately 4.5 MGD of sewer to the City of Rock Hill's Manchester Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility. The system is comprised of 2 water booster stations, 10 water storage tanks, 321 miles of water main, 121 sewer pump stations, 233 miles of gravity sewer, and 95 miles of sewer force main. About our opportunity We invite you to apply for our new Water and Sewer Utility Director position! This position is full-time, exempt and eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. In this integral position, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and managing the operations of the Water & Sewer Utility. This position provides supervision, personnel management, project management, short- and long-range planning and technical assistance. This position also requires the use and operation of a county vehicle to visit multiple utility infrastructure locations throughout York County, oversees capital utility projects, responds to after hour emergencies and attends required meetings and trainings. This position will remain open until filled with applications being reviewed daily. Projected Hiring Range: $ 122,876.92 - $153,596.15 per year. Salary is based on qualifications. Work Schedule: M onday - Friday, 8:00 am -5:00 pm; hours may vary based on operational needs. Our Total Compensation Package: Compensation - competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications. Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Long-term disability Deferred Compensation 401K Plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays Longevity Pay SC State Retirement Plan Pension Paid Vacation and Sick Time Sick Bank Critical Care and Cancer Insurance Wellness Screenings Employee Assistance Programs Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences Duties and Responsibilities: Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed. Plans and manages the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer systems, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Provides technical guidance and support related to water and sewer utilities. Develops and administers the department budget; ensures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, resources, facilities and time. Directs the procurement of departmental equipment, goods and services. Evaluates County water and sewer systems and service needs, and formulates short- and long-term plans to meet those needs in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act regulations. Manages the water and sewer billing functions; assists with customer request and complaints; resolves billing disputes. Evaluates and establishes rates based on system operational and capital needs. Participates in the Capital Improvement planning and administration. Performs related work as assigned. About you Experience and Education Requirements: Requires Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, public administration or closely related field. Over eight (8) years and up to and including ten (10) years or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Special Certifications and Licenses: Valid state driver's license. Must possess state certification in water distribution operations. State certification in cross connection control. State certification in wastewater collection operations preferred. Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Full-time employees are allowed to participate in group medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs offered by York County Government. If employees elect to secure dependent coverage, the employee should pay the additional costs for such coverage. All statements of insurance coverage are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements that are set forth in various insurance plan documents. Our full-time benefits through PEBA (South Carolina Retirement Systems and State Health Plan) include health insurance, prescription benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, MoneyPlus, Health Savings Accounts, retirement (Membership in the South Carolina Retirement System is mandatory for county employees), and deferred compensation.Making decisions about your insurance and retirement benefits can sometimes be complicated and difficult. The Navigating Your Benefits seriesprovides common-language explanations and can help you find your way in the world of your insurance and retirement benefits: Navigating Your Benefits | S.C. PEBA (sc.gov) Other full-time benefits include longevity allowance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, Sick Leave Bank, wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Program, etc. Please contact Human Resources at Human.Resources@yorkcountygov.com if you would like more information. Longevity Allowance Full-time regular county employees, elected officials, appointed officials, and judges with ten or more years of full time continuous governmental service are eligible to receive a monthly longevity allowance in addition to their regular compensation. Continuous service transferred from employment with another county, municipality, state or a political entity created by the State may contribute toward eligibility for the longevity allowance. Longevity allowances are paid according to the following schedule. Longevity Allowance Years of Continuous Service Monthly Longevity Amount 10-14 Years $20.00 15-19 Years $25.00 20-24 Years $30.00 25-29 Years $35.00 30-34 Years $40.00 35-39 Years $45.00 40+ Years $50.00 Annual Leave Probationary and regular full-time county employees that work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave with pay. Employees in their new hire six (6) month probationary period shall not be able to use annual leave until they become regular county employees. Employees who are separating from county service shall be paid for all accrued, unused annual leave up to 360 hours provided they give York County as the employer the proper notice as required. Employees in their six (6) month New Hire probationary period who are terminated or separated from employment shall not be paid for accrued annual leave. The maximum amount of annual leave carried into each calendar year is 360 hours. Earning Rate for Full-Time Employees Full-time employees with less than ten years of continuous service earn at the rate of eight hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve months period. Full-time employees with at least ten years, but less than twenty years of continuous service will earn at the rate of ten (10) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve month period. Full-time employees with twenty or more years of service will earn at the rate of twelve (12) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve (12) months period. Sick Leave Full-time county employees may be entitled to earn sick leave with pay. Employees may accrue up to 1,440 hours of sick leave. Upon termination of employment with the County, employees may not be reimbursed for any unused sick leave. When a paid holiday occurs while an employee is on sick leave with pay, the day may not be charged as sick leave. Earning Rate of Sick Leave Full time employees will earn eight hours of sick leave per month of service during a twelve month period. Paid Holiday’s The following days may be observed as paid holidays for York County Employees: January - December:3 Optional Holidays per Calendar Year January: New Year’s Day andMartin Luther King Day May: Memorial Day June: Juneteenth Day July: Independence Day September: Labor Day November: Veteran’s Day,Thanksgiving Day, andFriday after Thanksgiving December: Christmas Eve,Christmas Day Training: Quality training and educational programs are available at various times for county employees in order to support workforce development that is consistent with organizational objectives. Training topics may include driver training, CPR/first aid, communication, supervisor training, workplace violence, substance abuse, and various computer related classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 28, 2024
Full Time
About us York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success. Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. About the Department: The York County Water and Sewer Department operates and maintains water and sewer systems in defined service areas in eastern York County and western York County. The department operates a water & sewer distribution system; purchasing water and sewer treatment services from the City of Rock Hill through a wholesale agreement. The department delivers approximately 6 MGD of water to its 20,000+ customers and delivers approximately 4.5 MGD of sewer to the City of Rock Hill's Manchester Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility. The system is comprised of 2 water booster stations, 10 water storage tanks, 321 miles of water main, 121 sewer pump stations, 233 miles of gravity sewer, and 95 miles of sewer force main. About our opportunity We invite you to apply for our new Water and Sewer Utility Director position! This position is full-time, exempt and eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. In this integral position, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and managing the operations of the Water & Sewer Utility. This position provides supervision, personnel management, project management, short- and long-range planning and technical assistance. This position also requires the use and operation of a county vehicle to visit multiple utility infrastructure locations throughout York County, oversees capital utility projects, responds to after hour emergencies and attends required meetings and trainings. This position will remain open until filled with applications being reviewed daily. Projected Hiring Range: $ 122,876.92 - $153,596.15 per year. Salary is based on qualifications. Work Schedule: M onday - Friday, 8:00 am -5:00 pm; hours may vary based on operational needs. Our Total Compensation Package: Compensation - competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications. Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Long-term disability Deferred Compensation 401K Plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays Longevity Pay SC State Retirement Plan Pension Paid Vacation and Sick Time Sick Bank Critical Care and Cancer Insurance Wellness Screenings Employee Assistance Programs Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences Duties and Responsibilities: Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals. Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed. Plans and manages the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer systems, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Provides technical guidance and support related to water and sewer utilities. Develops and administers the department budget; ensures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, resources, facilities and time. Directs the procurement of departmental equipment, goods and services. Evaluates County water and sewer systems and service needs, and formulates short- and long-term plans to meet those needs in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act regulations. Manages the water and sewer billing functions; assists with customer request and complaints; resolves billing disputes. Evaluates and establishes rates based on system operational and capital needs. Participates in the Capital Improvement planning and administration. Performs related work as assigned. About you Experience and Education Requirements: Requires Bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental science, public administration or closely related field. Over eight (8) years and up to and including ten (10) years or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Special Certifications and Licenses: Valid state driver's license. Must possess state certification in water distribution operations. State certification in cross connection control. State certification in wastewater collection operations preferred. Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Full-time employees are allowed to participate in group medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs offered by York County Government. If employees elect to secure dependent coverage, the employee should pay the additional costs for such coverage. All statements of insurance coverage are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements that are set forth in various insurance plan documents. Our full-time benefits through PEBA (South Carolina Retirement Systems and State Health Plan) include health insurance, prescription benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, MoneyPlus, Health Savings Accounts, retirement (Membership in the South Carolina Retirement System is mandatory for county employees), and deferred compensation.Making decisions about your insurance and retirement benefits can sometimes be complicated and difficult. The Navigating Your Benefits seriesprovides common-language explanations and can help you find your way in the world of your insurance and retirement benefits: Navigating Your Benefits | S.C. PEBA (sc.gov) Other full-time benefits include longevity allowance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, Sick Leave Bank, wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Program, etc. Please contact Human Resources at Human.Resources@yorkcountygov.com if you would like more information. Longevity Allowance Full-time regular county employees, elected officials, appointed officials, and judges with ten or more years of full time continuous governmental service are eligible to receive a monthly longevity allowance in addition to their regular compensation. Continuous service transferred from employment with another county, municipality, state or a political entity created by the State may contribute toward eligibility for the longevity allowance. Longevity allowances are paid according to the following schedule. Longevity Allowance Years of Continuous Service Monthly Longevity Amount 10-14 Years $20.00 15-19 Years $25.00 20-24 Years $30.00 25-29 Years $35.00 30-34 Years $40.00 35-39 Years $45.00 40+ Years $50.00 Annual Leave Probationary and regular full-time county employees that work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave with pay. Employees in their new hire six (6) month probationary period shall not be able to use annual leave until they become regular county employees. Employees who are separating from county service shall be paid for all accrued, unused annual leave up to 360 hours provided they give York County as the employer the proper notice as required. Employees in their six (6) month New Hire probationary period who are terminated or separated from employment shall not be paid for accrued annual leave. The maximum amount of annual leave carried into each calendar year is 360 hours. Earning Rate for Full-Time Employees Full-time employees with less than ten years of continuous service earn at the rate of eight hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve months period. Full-time employees with at least ten years, but less than twenty years of continuous service will earn at the rate of ten (10) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve month period. Full-time employees with twenty or more years of service will earn at the rate of twelve (12) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve (12) months period. Sick Leave Full-time county employees may be entitled to earn sick leave with pay. Employees may accrue up to 1,440 hours of sick leave. Upon termination of employment with the County, employees may not be reimbursed for any unused sick leave. When a paid holiday occurs while an employee is on sick leave with pay, the day may not be charged as sick leave. Earning Rate of Sick Leave Full time employees will earn eight hours of sick leave per month of service during a twelve month period. Paid Holiday’s The following days may be observed as paid holidays for York County Employees: January - December:3 Optional Holidays per Calendar Year January: New Year’s Day andMartin Luther King Day May: Memorial Day June: Juneteenth Day July: Independence Day September: Labor Day November: Veteran’s Day,Thanksgiving Day, andFriday after Thanksgiving December: Christmas Eve,Christmas Day Training: Quality training and educational programs are available at various times for county employees in order to support workforce development that is consistent with organizational objectives. Training topics may include driver training, CPR/first aid, communication, supervisor training, workplace violence, substance abuse, and various computer related classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous