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The Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II/III position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled labor in the construction, maintenance and repair of County roads, bridges, culverts and other related structures, and in various traffic control maintenance and repair activities or in the various solid waste site activities of the Public Works Agency; operates a variety of construction, maintenance and transportation equipment as necessary to complete daily tasks at the Glenn County Public Works Agency. The Public Works Maintenance Worker III position is the journey-level class in the series, and is distinguished from the Public Works Maintenance Worker II by the primary responsibility to operate heavy diesel and gasoline-powered construction equipment in the maintenance of roadways, drainage systems and the County solid waste site. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week, Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30pm during the summer. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Prepares roads for patch repairs, overlays, or chip seals; prepares mix for patching roads; repairs and reconstructs roads.
• Cleans roadsides and drainage systems; inspects and clears debris from drainage systems; conducts roadside burning as needed.
• Prunes trees and other vegetation as needed.
• Directs and controls traffic around work sites.
• Operates semi-trucks, dump trucks, water trucks, boom truck, front loader, rollers, snow plow, etc.; operates a compressor, sand blasters, jack hammer, chipper machine, welding equipment, cutting torch, compaction tools, weed eater, blower, and other hand and power tools.

I-   $18.29 - $22.24 Per Hour
II-  $19.70 - $23.94 Per Hour
III- $20.72 - $25.19 Per Hour

The Public Works Maintenance Supervisor  plans, organizes and supervises maintenance, repair and construction of County roads, bridges, and culvert operations within the Public Works Department. This positions is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week, Monday-Thursday 6am-4:30pm.
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives. 
• Evaluates operations and activities in assigned areas of responsibility; recommends improvements and modifications as necessary to maintain productivity and effectiveness.
• Plans and organizes daily and weekly schedules and assignments.
• Participates in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations.
• Determines area and method of disposal; inspects daily cover for adequacy and compliance.
• Receives and responds to inquiries from the public; investigates complaints and recommends corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
• Participates in staff selection; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline procedures.
• Schedules road maintenance assignments, materials, and equipment; orders supplies and materials required for daily operations.
   

This position plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, and reviews the work of staff involved in the maintenance and construction of any Agency operations including but not limited to assigned areas within Airports, Solid Waste Disposal Site, County Roads, Bridges, culverts, drainage systems, and related timber and concrete structures within the Public Works Agency.  The position receives general direction from the Assistant Director of the Public Works Agency ; exercises direct supervision over assigned staff. This position is scheduled for forty (40) hours per week, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm.
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Recommends and assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
• Plans and organizes daily and weekly schedules and assignments.
• Participates in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations.
• Prepares maintenance project estimates, recommends the division budget; assists in budget implementation; participates in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment materials and supplies; administers approved maintenance project budget.
• Supervises, trains, disciplines , and evaluates assigned personnel. Participates in staff selection; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline procedures; recommends employee terminations.
   

Position Highlights:

• Clean Water Advocate – Make a Difference Every Day
• Operate a Class V Treatment Plant
• Team Player – Collaborate with Skilled Professionals
• 4/10 Work Schedule – Enjoy a Better Work-Life Balance      
   

The City of Thousand Oaks has a great career opportunity to join a high-quality municipal Public Works Department!

The City is seeking a hands-on, enthusiastic, and technically knowledgeable Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Supervisor to oversee the operation and maintenance of a Class V advanced tertiary wastewater treatment plant.  The ideal candidate will ensure the treatment plant complies with state regulatory agency requirements, safe work practices and procedures, and effectively lead the operations team.

Primary responsibilities:

• Oversee wastewater treatment facility operations
• Ensure plant compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Monitor, develop, and implement processes for quality control and efficiency in plant operations
• Plan, direct, and evaluate staff performance
• Serve as the Designated Operator In Charge  

Join our team!

We are seeking a knowledgeable Mechanic I/II with hands-on automotive experience to join our Public Works Maintenance Division. Ability to hire at Mechanic I or Mechanic II level based on relevant experience. Under supervision (Mechanic I) or general supervision (Mechanic II), participates in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for maintaining and repairing City vehicles and equipment; maintains and repairs gasoline, diesel powered, compressed natural gas (CNG), and electric automotive, heavy and light construction, and other power-driven equipment; and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Details:

• Salary Range from $22.39 to $35.69 per hour with Excellent Benefits
  • This position will receive a four percent (4%) cost of living increase effective May 2024. The new salary range effective May 2024, will be $23.29 - $37.12 hourly
• Full-time regular position, the schedule consists of a 4/10 work schedule 
• To view the full job description and minimum qualifications, click on the link:

Minimum Qualifications for consideration are:

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in mechanical repair or a related field.  

Experience: Mechanic I: One year of experience performing minor and major equipment repairs.

Mechanic II: Two years of experience performing minor and major equipment repair duties including experience in the maintenance of both diesel and gas powered equipment.

License/Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months of employment, a valid California Class A driver’s license with Passenger Endorsement. Possession of ASE certifications are desirable.

Join our team!

Are you an experienced journeyman electrician looking for a career in the processing industry that includes troubleshooting motor control circuitry, installing various electrical equipment, and working with instrumentation? Are you a team player and like to work outdoors? Do you have an interest in protecting the environment and public health? If, so we are looking to add to our team here in Sanitation Services at the City of Simi Water Quality Control Plant.

Details:

• Full-time regular position, alternative 9/80 work schedule with Monday or Friday off
• Salary range $29.81 - $38.04 hourly with Excellent Benefits (see below)
  • This position will receive a four percent (4%) cost of living increase effective April 2024. The new salary range effective April 2024, will be $31.00 - $39.56 hourly
• To view full job description, click on the link:

Minimum Qualifications for consideration: 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: Three years of experience as a journey-level electrician, including the installation and repair of electrical systems and equipment. Experience in electrical maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment or water plant equipment or other related commercial equipment is highly desirable

Experience: Certification as a general electrician is desirable.

Join our team!

We are excited to announce an excellent career opportunity in our Public Works Department.

• Do you like working with people in a team environment that is fun and challenging?
• Do you love problem-solving, and assisting customers, contractors, and fellow employees by email, in person, and on the phone?
• Are you looking for a career where every day is different but the organization is stable?
• Does the idea of managing projects from creating a budget, designing, and constructing the project sound exciting?
• Do you have project management experience?  Can you utilize software to upgrade and improve existing procedures?

Then we want to talk to you!

Details:

• Salary range: $119,376.00 - $153,733.00 annually with Excellent Benefits (see below)
  • This position will receive a four percent (4%) cost of living increase effective April 2024
  • The new salary range effective April 2024 will be $124,151.00 - $159,882.00 annually
• This position will be managing Sanitation/Wastewater engineering projects   
• Full-time regular position, alternative 9/80 work schedule with Friday off
• To view the full job description, click on the link:

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration: 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 a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil engineering or a related field.

Experience: Five years of responsible engineering experience including two years of administrative and/or supervisory experience.

License or Certificate: Possession of registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license.

Join our team!

Have you ever thought about a career in the Public Works Environmental Compliance Sector?  

• Do you have a passion for protecting natural resources and the environment?
• Are you looking for a dynamic career where environmental regulations are ever-changing, but the organization is stable?
• Does the idea of educating the public about environmental programs, and performing compliance inspections interest you?
• Do you work well with others and love the challenge of tough assignments?

Then we want to talk to you!

Details:

• Regular full-time position, with the option of a 9/80 work schedule (every other Monday or Friday off)
• Salary range $29.72 to $38.55 hourly with Excellent Benefits (see below)
  • This position will receive a four percent (4%) cost of living increase effective April 2024. The new salary range effective April 2024, will be $30.92 - $40.09 hourly 
• To view the full job description, click on the link:

Minimum Qualifications for consideration: 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 supplemented by college level course work in chemistry, biology, environmental science or a related field.

Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible environmental inspection, sampling, and enforcement experience including some experience with industrial wastewater pretreatment programs.

License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Grade I Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate. Possession of a Grade II Environmental Compliance Inspector certificate is desirable

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the positions of Assistant Engineer, Associate Engineer and Associate Civil Engineer for the Public Works Department in the Community Development and Services Agency. Currently, there are two vacancies that may be filled at either the Assistant Engineer, Associate Engineer, or Associate Civil Engineer level depending on qualifications. These classes are alternately staffed and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience, required certifications and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications and expectations for the higher level class. The incumbent to this position will perform engineering work, including preparing design plans, specifications and engineering estimates related to roads, bridges, culverts and other County infrastructure; project management; assist in developing and administering professional services or construction project contracts; review plans and inspect projects; collect and present data and prepare reports; provide information and advice to the public and perform related work as assigned. 

Assistant Engineer: is the entry level in the civil engineer series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents will provide assistance to management staff or higher level engineers in the areas of research, data collection, project administration, preparation of reports and preparation of engineering plans and specifications. Assignments are intended to provide background in the fundamental principles and practices of public service engineering.

Associate Engineer: is the journey level in the civil engineer series. Under general supervision, incumbents independently conduct design, research and construction project inspection and analyses for a variety of projects within the county. Responsibilities may also include providing work direction to technical support staff.

Associate Civil Engineer: is the advanced journey level in the civil engineering series. Under general direction, incumbents perform professional engineer work and prepare civil design plans for various Public Works projects; independently conduct engineering feasibility cost, research and design studies and construction project work; analyses for varied department and agency projects and functions; signing off designs and as-built changes related to roads, bridges, culverts and other County infrastructure and perform related duties as assigned.

***Candidates that will obtain a California Civil Engineer Registration (required for Associate Civil Engineer) within 6-months are encouraged to apply.  

About CDSA:

The Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) strives to improve the overall quality of life for our residents and fiscal health of our businesses by coordinating the orderly growth and development of the County. We accomplish this by providing proper implementation of related regulations, providing community services, and by providing operation, maintenance, and expansion of Public Works infrastructure.

The City of Thousand Oaks is hiring an Engineering Technician I/II in the Public Works department!

Highlights of the position:

1. Work in an environment surrounded by a large and supportive team
2. Play a key role in some of the most important future programs and projects in the City
3. Use the latest technologies in engineering, project review, and permit processing

We are seeking a positive and motivated individual to perform the technical functions in support of the City’s engineering and development construction projects.  The successful candidate should be highly organized, pay great attention to detail, and be flexible and adaptable in a work environment with constantly changing priorities.  The successful candidate will be a team player and provide the highest quality of customer service to internal and external customers.

Primary responsibilities:

• Performs calculations and technical plan checks of public works and utility projects
• Assists in performing field-related surveys and utility inspections for private and public construction;
• Assists in preparing oftentimes extensive research of engineering plans for public and private construction  plans
• Assists in construction drawing plan review and participates in post-construction inspections in the field
• Participates in the filing and retrieval of engineering maps, documents, and records as requested by the public and City personnel
• Provides exceptional customer service at the public counter, via email, and on the phone
• Prepares permits and work orders for water and wastewater connections and installations, and coordinates work with City field crews
• Responds to inquiries from consultants, contractors, and the public regarding City engineering requirements