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The City is currently recruiting for a Maintenance Worker I, II or Senior Maintenance Worker. 
There is one position available.  The Level at which an individual is hired is dependent
on their qualifications and relevant work experience. 

The Department

The Public Works Department and is the largest department in the City.  The Public Works department is responsible for the delivery of services that are integral to the community. The City of Lathrop has a vision of the future where our residents will continue to live in a safe and healthy environment, allowing citizens and businesses to flourish, and where City Staff participates in an innovative, team-based organization that values and strives to offer excellent customer service.

The Position

Under general direction, the Maintenance Worker preforms skilled and semi-skilled work in streets, storm drain basins, parks, buildings and public facilities.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs skilled maintenance, repair, construction and installation work in parks, landscape areas, and recreational facilities; cleans and maintains grounds, paved areas, paths and walkways; picks up trash and litter; opens, cleans and maintains all restrooms; installs, repairs and maintains irrigation systems; adjusts, repairs and replaces timing mechanisms.
• Assists other Public Works maintenance units when required; performs tree trimming, graffiti removal and traffic control; operates trucks, loaders, backhoes, boom trucks and other light and heavy duty maintenance and construction equipment; maintains and cleans assigned vehicles and equipment; operates a variety of hand and power tools; inspects tools and equipment for safety and mechanical defects; assists with City sponsored functions; works with a variety of outside contractors; responds to after hours call-outs as assigned.
• Performs interior and exterior painting and staining; performs maintenance, diagnostic and minor carpentry, plumbing and electrical work; assists in the assembly and moving of office furniture and equipment.

The Senior Maintenance Worker receives direction from the Maintenance Services Supervisor or higher level management staff and will exercise technical and functional supervision over assigned maintenance staff.  In addition to the above, responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor with evaluating service and equipment needs, and in developing work methods and procedures; assists in prioritizing requests for service and scheduling work.
• Ensures the quality and safety of work assignments in progress and upon completion; conducts daily inspections of work in progress; provides leadership, instruction and training to improve work standards, methods and procedures.
• Investigates service requests and complaints made by the public; works with appropriate City staff to resolve issues; explains priorities, programs and policies to the public when required; responds to emergency calls from the public and other agencies, and takes appropriate action.

Distinguishing Characteristics, Education and Experience

Maintenance Worker I: This is an entry level position that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge, skills and abilities.  An individual in this class will perform more routine and less complex assignments but are expected to perform the full scope of assigned duties. 

A typical way of obtaining experience is to have one year of experience in construction, maintenance or landscape work and a high school diploma, or equivalent. 

Maintenance Worker II: This is a journey level class in which incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned duties related to the operation, maintenance and repair of the City’s streets, parks and/or facilities.

A typical way of obtaining experience is to have one year of  experience in construction and maintenance of streets, parks or buildings equivalent to that of a Maintenance Worker I with the City of Lathrop and a high school diploma, or equivalent. 

Senior Maintenance Worker:  This is an advanced journey level A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of three years of increasingly responsible experience in the construction, repair and maintenance of streets, parks or buildings and grounds, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

License

Must have a valid Class C Drivers License at time of hire for all positions.  The position of Senior Maintenance Worker may require a class B California driver’s license and possession of a Pesticide Applicator’s certificate issued by the state of California is desirable.

Physical and Environmental Working Conditions

May include but are not limited to prolonged sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties.  The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required.  Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot and cold.  The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, work at heights over 10 feet, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions.

The Community

Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and the state’s capital, Sacramento, Suisun City is hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail service right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. The Waterfront Promenade offers beautiful views and serves as an ideal setting for the myriad of outdoor activities, dining choices and lunch hour strolls.

The Department

The Housing Authority, which operates as a division of the Development Services Department, is responsible for the local implementation of the Federal Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and other local housing-related programs.

The Position

The Administrative Assistant is an entry-level position within the division tasked with providing key support to full-time staff through the following types of assignments:

• Provides a wide variety of responsible administrative and office support duties.
• Sends correspondence to eligible applicants; schedules interview with applicants.
• Responds to inquiries from general public, and current and potential clients.
• Collaborate and exchange information with other public agencies and housing authorities.
• Schedule and assist with initial inspections of Section 8 residences to verify eligibility, and inspections of existing clients to verify continuing compliance.
• Maintains a variety of data specific to the City’s affordable housing program, including waiting lists, participant income, allowances, and family compositions.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Specialized general office and clerical training is highly desirable.

Experience:

  One year of customer service experience involving a high level of public contact.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of an appropriate driver’s license.
• A current typing certificate, within the last 12 months, demonstrating a minimum net proficiency of 30 wpm, must be submitted along with the application. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. Certificates must be provided by a recognized source, i.e. employment service, business school, etc. Employees of Suisun City who are currently working in a position that requires a minimum net typing speed of 40 wpm are exempt from obtaining a typing certificate.

Background check and drug screenings are required prior to formal job offer.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The conditions outlined in the class specification for Administrative Assistant are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

DOT is currently recruiting to fill full-time Maintenance Worker II (MWII) positions in the Infrastructure Maintenance Division.
 
Under general supervision by a Senior Maintenance Worker and Maintenance Supervisor, employees in the MWII positions provide lead direction to small crews engaged in the maintenance and repair of sewers and public facilities. MWIIs are major contributors to the Department's efforts to provide exceptional service to its customers and all have important field responsibilities. Individuals in this classification are required to work alternate work shifts, including grave and swing, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call.
 
MWII responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
 
PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE: The responsibilities of these positions include planning work and providing lead direction to, and participating in, small and large crews engaged in the maintenance and repair of pavement in public streets and right-of-ways, drainage systems, storm and emergency response, and special projects. Additionally, he/she will be expected to know/learn how to safely care for and operate our paving and heavy equipment vehicles.
 
ROADWAY MARKINGS MAINTENANCE: The essential duties of these positions include providing lead direction and participating in a crew responsible for the maintenance of approximately 5.4 million square feet of roadway markings throughout the City. Candidates will work in high traffic residential streets using various types of spray paint equipment to mark stop signs and handicap limit lines, bike lanes, crosswalks, double yellow lines, and other legends as well as remove and install reflectors.
 
TRAFFIC SIGN MAINTENANCE: The essential duties of these positions include providing lead direction and participating in a crew responsible for the maintenance, repair, and new installations of traffic control signs, street name signs, barricades, and guardrails.
 
TRAFFIC AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE: The essential duties of these positions include repairing streetlight outages as well as assisting the streetlight electrician and wreck crew in traffic signal repairs. Responsible for installing and maintaining traffic signals and streetlights throughout the City under supervision of an electrician.
 
SANITARY SEWER & STORM MAINTENANCE: The essential duties of these positions include providing lead direction to crews responsible for keeping the sanitary lines free of blockage, performing scheduled preventative maintenance at sanitary and storm pump stations, and working towards reducing current backlog of sewer repair projects. Keeping the sanitary lines free of blockage may require the use of high pressure units, balling and rodding units, and vactor trucks.
 
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE: These positions provide lead direction and work on crews responsible for maintaining the landscape of roadways, backups, and designated locations in the public areas throughout the City. They may participate in graffiti abatement, poster and sticker removal, enhanced debris and weed abatement, street furniture service and installation, enhanced cleaning of catch basins, illegal sign removal, sign repair, and tree and horticultural tasks.
 
More information on the typical duties can be found in the Class Specifications for Maintenance Worker II. These positions require grasping, reaching, bending, pulling, kneeling/crouching/squatting, lifting, and carrying objects up to 100 pounds to complete the described job duties; Standing and walking are performed intermittently.
 
Some positions are currently approved through June 30, 2020 with the possibility of an extension or becoming permanent, pending budget approval.
 
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

The City of Thousand Oaks Hill Canyon Wastewater Treatment Plant (HCTP) has an excellent opportunity!  We are seeking a highly motivated, resourceful, and reliable part-time Mechanic Aide to perform a variety of maintenance and repair on wastewater treatment plant equipment and facilities.  

The Mechanic Aide will be a team player, self-starter, and take a proactive and solutions-oriented approach in support of the day to day maintenance functions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identifies and performs a variety of maintenance repair work
• Dismantles, repairs, overhauls, and reinstalls mechanical grinders, pumps, valves, blowers, air compressors, and similar equipment
• Repairs, installs and maintains machinery, industrial equipment, and bulk chemical storage and delivery systems
• Operates lathes, drill and arbor presses, welders, cutters, pipe threaders, and various hand tools
• Places orders requests for materials and parts
• Maintains logs of plant and equipment maintenance activities

FACILITY REPAIR WORKER I/II

Level I - $4,567 - $5,551 per month

Level II - $5,036 - $6,122 per month

Plus excellent benefits

Deadline to apply:  Apply by Tuesday, July 23, 2019 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Public Works Department is recruiting for a full-time Facility Repair Worker I/II.  Under general supervision, this position performs carpentry, plumbing, interior remodeling, painting, and a variety of other work in the maintenance and repair of City buildings, structures, and facilities.

Facility Repair Worker I:  This is the entry level to the classification series.  This position performs simpler, less skilled repairs while learning more skilled and/or difficult work.  As experience and proficiency are gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. 

Facility Repair Worker II: This is the skilled level of the series, competent to independently perform the full scope of carpentry, plumbing, interior remodeling, and related building maintenance duties required.

• Performs framing, rough and finish carpentry to erect small structures, partition interior spaces, frame and trim doors and windows, apply siding, build roofs, build stairs, build indoor and outdoor benches, tables, signs, decks, fences, gates, and related items.
• Calculates, designs, and prepares sketches for construction and modifications to be performed; estimates materials and lay out work.
• Builds interior cabinetry such as counters, cupboards, and shelves.
• Operates power nail drivers, drills, saws, drill presses, joiners, and related hand and power carpentry tools to make and install custom pieces.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains domestic water supply, drainage plumbing and related fixtures using copper, galvanized and PVC pipe techniques.
• Hangs, tapes, and textures interior wall board, patch plaster, and apply paneling to finished interiors.
• Masks, sandblasts, brushes and chemically prepares surfaces for painting.
• Operates spray equipment and uses manual tools to paint interior and exterior surfaces, equipment and facilities.
• Repairs metal equipment, recreational fixtures and furniture; fabricates frames and racks using acetylene and arc welding and brazing equipment.
• Prepares forms, sets rebar, pours and finishes concrete to repair or construct equipment and small building slabs, foundations, retaining walls, patios, repairs brick and masonry.
• Prepares and applies bonding materials such as epoxy for special surfaces.
• Installs and repairs shake, asphalt shingle, and tar seal roofing.
• Removes and replaces window glass.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

Facility Repair Worker I:

• Use and care of basic hand and power tools and common building materials.

Facility Repair Worker II: (in addition to the qualification of Level I)

• Principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in rough and finish carpentry, cabinetry and wood finishing.
• Principles and techniques of domestic water supply and drainage plumbing using galvanized, copper and PVC pipe.
• Methods and materials used in concrete work.
• Surface patching and brick and masonry repair.
• Techniques and safety precautions in acetylene and arc welding.
• Surface preparation and application of paints appropriate to different internal and external surfaces.
• Safe working practices.
• Performs related duties as required.

Facility Repair Worker I:

• Use basic hand and power tools.
• Make basic arithmetical calculations.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate and work cooperatively with others.
• Learn to skillfully operate hand and power tools.
• Learn the procedures, materials, and standards for building maintenance work at the City.
• Learn to design, lay out, and perform calculations required for construction and repair work.

Facility Repair Worker II: (in addition to the qualification of Level I)

• Operate and maintain specialized tools used in carpentry, plumbing, and concrete work.
• Operate and maintain acetylene and arc welding and brazing equipment.
• Measure and calculate angles, lengths, and volumes; design, lay out, and prepare sketches for carpentry and related construction jobs.
• Oversee the work of others assisting on large jobs.
• Communicate orally with originators of work requests and other employees.
• Maintain records and logs of work performed.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Facility Repair Worker I:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• One year of journey-level experience in one of the trades.

Facility Repair Worker II:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Three years of responsible experience in building repair and maintenance equivalent to the Facility Repair Worker I classification with the City of San Rafael. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid California Driver’s License

LANGUAGE, MATHEMATICAL AND REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMAND/WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

Resumes do not substitute for the City application. Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following: application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 no later than three (3) calendar days before the test date.

The Town of Portola Valley is seeking two motivated planning professionals to join the team. Two planners will be hired across the classifications of Assistant, Associate, and Senior Planner, depending on qualifications. The successful candidates will join a dynamic staff that works closely with the Town Council to advance Council’s priorities for the Town. Potential upcoming work for the department includes a comprehensive update to the General Plan, the first since Town incorporation, implementation of the Housing Strategic Plan, and Zoning Code improvements. Over time, we will update our policies and procedures to bring the best planning practices to support the Town values and goals.

On a daily basis, much of the work of the Assistant/Associate Planner centers on review of single-family homes. The selected planner(s) will review projects, prepare reports, work with neighbors, and make presentations to the Architectural and Site Control Commission. The Senior Planner will work on more complex development applications, housing, and advanced planning assignments in support of the Council priorities. These two positions are ideal for planners that want to apply their skills and experience to manage projects, develop policy, and improve process in a fun environment. 
 

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a commuter rail and bicycle/pedestrian pathway project located in Marin and Sonoma Counties.

Under direction of the Track Maintainer II, the Track Laborer position is responsible for railroad right of way and track inspections, maintenance and repair.

Description

The Track Laborer position will be responsible for assisting with the inspection, maintenance and repair of SMART’s tracks and right of way. This position may operate equipment including on-track equipment and vehicles necessary for track maintenance, repair and other rail support activities.Incumbents in this class normally work in a small crew setting and on off-hours shifts to perform varied physical work in the preventitive maintenance and repair of SMART’s tracks, right of way and related equipment.

 Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by, and minimum requirements required of, employees in the class.  Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.  SMART reserves the right to determine and amend job responsibilities.

• Observes conditions of the tracks, track beds, and track right-of-way for problems or defects.
• Inspects station platforms, bike path, fencing and ROW signage.
• Assists with routine, preventitive and emergency track maintenance including tamping, rail replacement, and rail alignment.
• Assists in removal and replacement of rails, rail anchors, spikes, ballst, ties and other parts as needed.
• Inspect, load, unload and move track materials and equipment from rail cars, carts or trucks.
• Dig holes and trenches.
• Cleans and clears debris, weeds, shrubbery, dead animals and other trash and obstructions from track and associated wayside.
• Acts as flag person.
• Works closely with Dispatch and follows instructions while working on or near the right-of-way.
• Assists other workers and departments in routine and emergency situations affecting the safe movement of trains.
• Enters data into SMART’s Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS).
• Adheres to SMART, Federal Railroad Administration, CPUC standards and regulations.
• Gathers materials from storage areas and loads/unloads tools and equipment from trucks or other vehicles.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Reports unusual incidences and the need for additional maintenance or repair to supervisor.
• Safely operates equipment and follows Roadway Protection Rules.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The City of Citrus Heights is seeking a Maintenance Worker I/II to support the General Services Department in the areas of buildings and grounds maintenance at its Civic Center complex. The General Services Department provides engineering services, maintains the City’s infrastructure, and administers all public works contracts and capital improvement projects. The City’s General Services Department is a non-traditional public works organization in that many of the services are provided through outside contracts. The Maintenance Worker I/II position is responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the City’s facilities, grounds, vehicle fleet and landscaping in addition to assisting with general maintenance or service requests throughout the City on an occasional basis.
 

The Maintenance Worker I/II position will be assigned to the Facility and Grounds Division and the Facility and Grounds Manager will provide direct supervision.  Daily lead direction will be provided by a Senior Maintenance Worker while the Maintenance Worker I/II are learning the full scope of the job duties and task. The Maintenance Work I/II are responsible for performing general maintenance, upkeep and repair of the City’s grounds, facilities, and vehicle fleet.  In addition, the position will assist with implementation of improvements and changes to the City’s campus infrastructure by performing semi-skilled work such as plumbing, irrigation, and construction as needed.
 

This position will also assist with responding to general citizen concerns or issues in the community or other department maintenance needs. The Maintenance Work I/II may assist with general maintenance throughout the City, including lighting and landscaping areas; medians and public right-of-ways, bus stops, and other areas of business district or residential areas. The Maintenance Worker I/II may also assist with graffiti clean up and responds to general service requests in the community as needed.  The Maintenance Worker position is required to participate in the “On-Call Program” which requires after hours and weekend response to emergency situations generally related to flooding or street issues. Due to the nature of the response after hours, the Maintenance Worker I/II position is required to be able to report to the City of Citrus Heights within one-hour or less.
 

The City of Orinda is looking for a motivated, customer service-oriented individual to perform a variety of semi-skilled facility maintenance and repair work. This position is specifically designated to perform facility work at the Orinda Community Center, the Wilder Art and Garden Center, the Orinda Library, and other City facilities as necessary.  This position will report to the Facilities and Parks Supervisor.

Primary duties of this position include:

• Maintain and/or repair City equipment and buildings, sports fields, landscaped areas, parks, by performing a variety of semi-skilled carpen­try, irrigation, electrical, painting, plumbing, heating and air conditioning and mechanical repair work;
• Conduct basic electrical repairs and procedures, including replacing bulbs and ballasts, installing outlets, etc. 
• Repair and replace plumbing fixtures including sinks, toilets, faucets and pipes; clear obstructions from lines;
• Inspect fields and playground area; correct or report safety hazards and vandalism; clean and maintain parks, sports fields, paths, walkways, stairways, buildings and parks; pick up trash and litter;
• Clean restrooms, replenish supplies and empty waste receptacles;
• Prepare and groom sports fields for City activities such as softball, baseball and soccer;
• Open and set up rooms and facilities for a variety of community programs and events; lock and secure buildings and facilities
• Respond to questions and complaints from the public; carry out assignments in a non-disruptive manner in areas receiving heavy public use; and
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply:

Education: Equivalent to a high school diploma; and

Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the full range of general, park, landscape maintenance or construction work; and

License and Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Special Requirements: Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:

Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb and lift 50 lbs.; exposure to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work spaces, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical and electrical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations.

About the Department

The City of San José is accepting applications for the position of Electrician I/II. Written exams are conducted monthly. Candidates passing all phases of the examination process will be placed in a qualified candidate group to be considered for filling present and future vacancies. 

Electrician I is the entry level class in the Electrician series. Incumbents are provided with training and experience to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the full range of installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment. Electrician I incumbents must complete training, be appointed and pass probation as an Electrician II to retain employment. Electrician II is the journey level class in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment, working independently under general supervision.

Electricians are responsible for installing, maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and operating high and low voltage/amperage electrical components, systems and equipment including: locating problems; determining appropriate courses of action; and coordinating repairs with affected parties. They design, fabricate, and install electrical systems and components and install wiring and electrical equipment, ensuring code compliance. Electricians review work orders, maintain activity logs, prepare requisitions and obtain approval for various projects. Duties may also include purchasing electrical supplies, including: filling out paperwork; coordinating purchases; and, choosing vendors. They are responsible for responding to occasional emergencies, evaluating and taking required actions and determining if support is needed.

Electricians may perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Position and Duties

Electricians in the Department of Transportation are responsible for the ongoing maintenance and improvements of San Jose's streetlight and traffic signal systems. Responsibilities may include installation and maintenance of fiber optic cable, speed radar signs, video detection, traffic monitoring cameras, and 'smart' LED streetlights.

Electricians at the Airport are responsible for a wide range of equipment and systems in a 24/7/365 operation, including repair, installation, operation, and maintenance. Responsibilities may include airfield/airport specific systems and equipment such as series lighting circuits, constant current regulators, airfield lighting control systems, and airfield lights. In addition, responsibilities may include interior and exterior lighting fixtures (including high mast ramp lighting, street lighting, parking lot lighting, etc), lighting control systems, building management systems, access control systems, fire alarm systems, power management systems, building distribution systems and equipment up to 12kv, motor control equipment, baggage handling systems, emergency generators, vehicle gate operators, pump stations and fiber optics.

Shift schedules are based upon the needs and requirements of the Airport, and may require rotation assignments or assignment to a specific shift. Weekend and holiday work may be required, and standby time may be required.

Public Works electrician duties include: new construction, remodels, small tenant improvement projects, lighting retrofit projects, maintenance of pump stations (includes motor controls and PLC's and computerized alarm and monitoring of pumps, etc.), emergency generators, fire alarm systems, vehicle gate operators, badge access controls, lighting control systems, electrical building distribution systems and equipment up to and including 12kv, installing cat 5 and fiber optic networks and maintenance of all City buildings. They also set up temporary power for numerous special events on weekends and public address setups. PW provides standby Electricians 24/7.

Depending upon assignment, Swing Shift, Graveyard Shift, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

ELECTRICIAN I:

Graduation from high school or equivalent (G.E.D. or California Proficiency Certificate) and completion of a RECOGNIZED Electrician Apprenticeship program, AND successful completion of the City of San Jose Electrician practical exam at level I (achieves 70% or better in up to 3 attempts with a 5-hour time limit).

ELECTRICIAN II:

1) Graduation from high school or equivalent (G.E.D. or California Proficiency Certificate) AND completion of a RECOGNIZED Electrician Apprenticeship  program AND successful completion of the City of San Jose Electrician practical exam at level II (achieves 70% or better in up to 2 attempts with a 4-hour time limit)

or

2) Graduation from high school or equivalent AND completion of a RECOGNIZED Electrician Apprenticeship program AND one (1) year satisfactory performance as an Electrician I with the City of San Jose.

To Learn More and Apply

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity and apply online with the City of San José, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Open-Competitive Recruitments” link.

City of San José Employment Page