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Position Description

The District has one regular, full-time opening for the position of Automotive Mechanic II in the Facilities & Watershed Division. Interested persons must submit a completed District application and Supplemental Questionnaire to the Human Resources Department no later than the filing deadline.

Definition

Under general supervision, performs service and repair work on a variety of District vehicles and gasoline and diesel-powered equipment; and to do related work as required.

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Distinguishing Characteristics

This is a journey-level position that requires a broad spectrum of experience in the diagnosis and repair of automotive vehicles and equipment. Incumbents in this class perform the full range of vehicle and equipment service and repair work from oil and lubricant changes, engine overhauls, tune-ups, smog checks, to the repair of mobile construction equipment and small gasoline powered equipment. Incumbents are expected to train workers, apply safety regulations to work assignments, and prepare and maintain written documents using a computer.

Examples of Duties

Typical duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs major overhauls on engines, transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for all types of District vehicles and equipment;

• keeps current of new technology and practices and maintain certifications as required;

• inspects, diagnoses and repairs automobiles, trucks and related equipment;

• adjusts and repairs brakes, alternators, starters and other automotive parts;

• diagnoses and repairs cooling system problems;

• performs motor tune-ups, replacing or repairing parts as necessary;

• provides road service, changing flat tires, hoses or other parts as needed;

• performs minor repairs to gas tanks, radiators and other parts;

• logs designated vehicle and equipment service and repairs into computer-based fleet maintenance system;

• monitors and maintains inventory and stock for auto parts, tools and equipment;

• maintains and repairs cranes and other heavy equipment;

• diagnoses, repairs, and overhauls hydraulic pumps, valves and cylinders;

• performs repairs to small equipment, including gas powered pumps, concrete and chain saws, paving equipment, and weed eaters;

• services, lubricates and changes oil on a variety of vehicles and equipment;

• washes and steams cleans vehicles;

• utilizes diagnostic programs and performs smog tests;

• follows applicable federal, state, local and District safety rules, regulations, policies and guidelines at the worksite to ensure the safety of others and the District’s vehicle fleet and equipment.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a new commuter rail system located in Marin and Sonoma Counties. We are seeking two full-time Code Compliance Officers to perform specialized inspections and enforcement of ordinances, regulations and laws governing the transit system. This position is non-sworn and unarmed.

Code Compliance Officers hold limited enforcement authority and are responsible for enforcing ordinances and laws approved by the SMART Board of Directors. Considerable judgment is required in meeting emergency situations, enforcing regulations and in coordination with other personnel and agencies. Ordinances are enforced by the issue of citations and arrests are occasionally necessary. This position is required to prepare incident/arrest reports and other forms either written or using a computer. Code Compliance Officers will be required to testify in court when subpoenaed and may work varied shifts.

In performing their duties, Code Compliance Officers will be called upon to assist and provide information to patrons and the public and ensure the safety of passengers on platforms and in parking lots. This position is classified as a Public Officer under the law with powers of arrest. A primary responsibility is to enforce the fare ordinance by performing unannounced random inspection of fares onboard trains and in paid fare zones. The ability to speak, read and write Spanish is highly desirable.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) seeks a Chief of Police to join our team as we expand our transit service in the Northern San Francisco Bay Area!

The Chief of Police plans, organizes, coordinates and directs SMART’s Public Safety operation; inspects, monitors, reviews and audits the public safety functions and activities; serves as a resource to law and fire agencies regarding rail security and safety procedures; serves as a liaison to other public safety organizations; and performs other related functions as directed. This position may be required to provide day-to-day supervision of the rail system, attend community and management meetings and meet with the Board of Directors to discuss policy and procedure.

Description

Under direction of the General Manager, this position is responsible for activities relating to:

•      Infrastructure Protection
•      Passenger Protection
•      Employee Protection
•      Threat Assessment
•      Accident Investigation involving SMART property and equipment
•      Criminal Investigations

The Chief of Police is responsible for overseeing all aspects of public safety including:

• Liaison with local, state and federal agencies
• Oversee public safety staff to include code enforcement, parking enforcement and contract

personnel.

• Supervise Code Compliance activities.

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 or responsibilities. SMART reserves the right to determine and amend job duties and responsibilities.

•     Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the safety and security staff and/or consultants;
•    Prepares and administers the department’s budget.
•    Prepares and implements written transit enforcement procedures.
• Updates and revises same as required by the System Security Program Plan. Manages SMART’s security statistics and develops reports for management.

•    Oversees SMART’s contracted public safety functions including community-oriented policing, patrol, crime prevention, investigation, traffic enforcement, school services, communications procedures and reporting.
•    Assists with and cooperates in the investigation of major crimes and other rail incidents, in coordination with other agencies as needed; assists District Attorneys in the preparation of cases.
•    Serves as Smart’s Chief Investigator for rail accidents in cooperation with affected

Federal, State and Local agencies.

•    Prepares, recommends and implements strategic plans to meet SMART’s current and long-range transit enforcement and emergency preparedness needs, including disaster preparedness and response.
•    Confers with and represents SMART in meetings with, various governmental agencies, local law enforcement and public safety agencies as well as a variety of public and private organizations.
•    Works closely with the Board of Directors, the General Manager, other departments, a variety of public and private organizations and citizen groups in developing programs and implementing projects to maximize public safety services.
•    Monitors changes in laws, court decisions, regulations and technology that may affect SMART operations; implementing policy, procedural and operational changes as required.
•    Negotiates and manages contracts in areas of responsibility. Provides technical expertise for the design, installation and expansion of various transit enforcement projects.
•    Develops and controls unit budget
•    Performs other related duties as assigned.

UC Davis Medical Center
Sacramento, CA

Deputy Fire Marshal
Salary Range: $6150.00 to $12991.67 Monthly

The primary role of the Deputy Fire Marshal is to participate in all core programs with technically advanced skills and abilities and may be assigned as lead of one of the core programs [Title 24 Construction Inspections, CMS/Joint Commission Compliance, Title 19 Compliance Inspections] of the Department, under the direction of the Campus Fire Marshal. This position will serve State Fire Marshal (SFM) Designated Campus Fire Marshal for the UCDH Hospital and other UCDH medical related facilities that SFM has jurisdiction over pursuant to the MOU between the University and SFM.  Note, SFM have the sole authority to approve a candidate as an SFM DCFM. This role may also require training and appointment by Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD) as the regulatory agency for construction activity within hospitals. Additionally, persons in this position are expected to perform plan review, construction inspections, code enforcement, participate in the Incident Command System, understand and apply Joint Commission and CMS requirements, NFPA Standards, California Code of Regulations and Fire Investigation techniques. The Deputy Fire Marshal serves as the FMO Administrator on Duty (AOD) with on-call responsibilities to assist with after-hours fire/hazmat incidents and holds responsibility for reporting and making requisite notifications after incidents occur.

Required Qualifications
Experience:

• 5 years full-time currently performing plan review and construction inspections in a California local or state entity responsible for fire and life safety code and regulation enforcement.
• 1 year of experience conducting hazardous materials inspections.
• 1 Year of experience performing inspections in hospitals.

Education:

• OSFM Fire Inspector II
• ICC Fire Inspector II certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Hospital Plan Review and Inspection.
• Experience working with the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD).
• NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist.

Special Requirements

• This position may be subject to a criminal background investigation, drug screen, Live Scan fingerprinting, medical evaluation clearance, and functional capacity assessment.

To view full job description and submit an on-line application visit UC Davis Career Opportunities at:
http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=171649
Job number #1817

The University of California, Davis is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
 

SELECTION PROCEDURE

All applications will be reviewed to select those applicants whose qualifications appear to most closely match the requirements of the position.  A limited number of qualified applicants may be invited to participate in the subsequent phase(s) of the the recruitment process which may include one or more of the following;  written examination, assessment exercise(s), oral interviews, medical examination, urinalysis, and complete background checks.  Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee selection or advancement in the recruitment process.

THE POSITION

The ideal candidate will be a team-oriented problem-solver with a focus on public service. Recruits enter a training program to develop skills necessary to demonstrate abilities to respond to emergency fire and medical alarms, to protect life and property, to participate in fire suppression training and emergency medical training, to assist with station, apparatus and equipment maintenance, and to do related work as required.

Upon satisfactory completion of probationary period, a Recruit is promoted to the rank of Firefighter, with all benefits entitled.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Under supervision, performs general firefighter duties including, but not limited to:  response to alarms; fire suppression; lifesaving and rescue; vehicle extrications; salvage operations; hazardous materials; emergency medical care; mutual aid assistance; maintenance / inspection / testing of fire fighting equipment; maintenance of  fire station and grounds; participates in required training programs; fire prevention and public education programs; waterway and rescue boat operations; participation in support of the Fire Departments’ various programs provided to residents of Suisun City.

SMART is a commuter rail system located in Marin and Sonoma counties in Northern California. We are seeking experienced and motivated individuals who want to make a contribution to their community and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment. 

Under general supervision, the Vehicle Maintenance Technician position performs skilled preventative, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, primary and secondary repair and modification to mechanical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment and components found on commuter rail diesel multiple unit (DMU) vehicles and supporting systems.

This is a journey level classification performing skilled preventive maintenance, scheduled, unscheduled and emergency repair and modification on all mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems and components for the District's revenue vehicles, including related subsystems and components as required by manufacturer maintenance and servicing manuals, Federal and State regulations for locomotive and passenger car maintenance and inspection and District vehicle maintenance procedures.

Inspects, troubleshoots, adjusts and repairs DMU subsystems.

Per Federal Railroad Administration regulations, performs maintenance tasks as specified and scheduled in SMART's DMU inspection, testing and maintenance plan including: daily passenger car/locomotive brake tests; periodic brake equipment maintenance; periodic carborne signaling tests; and passenger car fire safety and on-board emergency equipment and emergency exits inspection, testing and maintenance.

Assures quality control using SMART's Maintenance Management Information System to maintain proper records and generate reports.

Follow FRA regulations applicable to railroad workers.

This position will be responsible for work activities primarily on the Swing and Grave shifts, weekends, and holidays to ensure safe and efficient transportation to the public.

 Position Details:

• Base hourly wage: $44.98 per hour.
• This position is represented by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW).
• There is a 12-month probationary period following appointment to this position.
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.
• A thorough background check will be required including, but not limited to: current and past employers, personal contacts, education verification. A credit report will be required for positions covered under Labor Code 1024.5. (A complete list of background checks documents will be provided upon request).
• A pre-employment physical, including a urinalysis drug screen, will be required.
• A pre-employment psychological screening, administered by a licensed/certified psychologist, will be required. 
• EOE.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is the Bay Area's newest transit service providing commuter rail transportation to Marin and Sonoma Counties. We are seeking experienced and motivated individuals who enjoy working with new equipment, creating new processes and systems, and motivating a staff to maintain and operate a first class public service. The Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor position is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of a vehicle maintenance operation in a commuter rail environment. This position will provide hands on supervision of the vehicle maintenance technician staff and will be responsible for work activities primarily on the Swing and Grave shifts, weekends, and holidays to ensure safe and efficient transportation to the public.

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.

• Assigns and directs the work and activities of subordinate staff.

• Responsible for subordinates’ adherence to department safety rules and compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations.

• Manages, monitors, coordinates and controls all aspects of vehicle maintenance programs, processes, resources and activities relating to regular and extra work projects.

• Monitors quality of work.

• Independently performs varied and complex inspection and diagnostic work.

• Reads and interprets schematics, service and safety manuals including schematic symbols, electrical drawings and circuit operations.

• Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs and/or overhauls electronic, electrical and mechanical systems for train sets and support equipment.

• Oversees and participates in vehicle maintenance.

• Reports on failures of components.

• Assures quality control using SMART’s Maintenance Information System (MIS) to maintain proper records and generate reports.

• Actively reviews and analyzes maintenance activity reports for trends in repairs, equipment failures and, parts usage; to determine if corrective action is needed.

• May perform Vehicle Technician duties as necessary.

• Assigns specific tasks to subordinate staff using the SMART work order system, including withdrawal of parts and materials from the storeroom and checks tasks upon completion for accuracy of work and closure of work orders. Actively supports ongoing skill building for Vehicle Maintenance Technicians by providing periodic classroom training for certification and skills enhancement.

• Prepares, issues and collects daily operational documents.

• Monitors performance of subordinate staff and ensures adherence to SMART, FRA, CPUC standards and regulations.

• Reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.

• Safely operates train sets and other vehicles in the course of performing assigned duties.

• References parts catalogues and other sources to determine correct parts for specific applications.

• References manufacturer schematics (manual and online) to resolve maintenance issues.

• May be assigned Storeroom Supervisor duties.

• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly fashion.

• Safely operates equipment.

• Defines and Coordinates all equipment movements inside the Operation Maintenance Facility limits.

• Performs other related duties as required.

The SMART District is seeking a MAXIMO specialist (Railroad Information Systems Specialist) to join our Operations team! The Railroad Information Systems Specialist is responsible for all activities in support of the Operations Department Maintenance Management Information System (MMIS), MAXIMO, as well as computer systems support for the Operations Department. The Specialist works with Operations Department management to align MMIS and Operations technology solutions with business strategies. This position ensures that the MAXIMO system and all other Operations Department IT systems are working properly at all times and that all department work flows meet system requirements. This position carries two overall fields of responsibility. The first is administration of the Maintenance Management Information System (MAXIMO) and the second is providing IT support of all Operations Department systems.

The ideal candidate will be a motivated, independent person with an aptitude for creative problem solving and a solid foundation in MMIS.  

JOIN US AT SMART AND ENJOY OUR EXCELLENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING:

• CALPERS Pension (2% at 60 for classic members and 2% at 62 for PEPRA members).
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation with employer match of up to 2%.
• Excellent medical and dental insurance.
• Employer paid vision, life and long-term disability insurances.
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Complimentary SMART passes for employees.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART), the Bay Area’s newest transit system, seeks an experienced Assistant Engineer to perform field and office engineering work in support of SMART's Train Control Systems. As Assistant Engineer for Rail Systems you will act as an assistant to the Manager of Train Control Systems by participating in the design, construction and implementation of a variety of systems engineering projects related to train control, grade crossing warning systems and networking. This is a term-limited position whose duration may vary depending upon the needs of the District's projects. This is a full-time position and is benefits eligible.

SMART is an equal opportunity employer.

Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit SMART is a new commuter rail service located in the Northern San Francisco Bay Area, providing transportation alternatives to Marin and Sonoma Counties. The Controller Supervisor position is responsible for overseeing service delivery and guaranteeing quality control in the provision of safe, reliable and efficient passenger train service to the public. This position supervises train operating crews. Under direction of the Superintendent of Transportation, this position is responsible for railroad dispatch (both passenger and freight trains), train control, radio communications, field supervision, field customer service, field safety and accident investigation, supervisory and administrative duties, employee assessment, counseling and training. Under abnormal or emergency conditions, this position may be required to operate a train in revenue service and therefore, the Controller-Supervisor must meet or exceed all requirements of a Locomotive Engineer and Conductor. For a detailed job description please email jobs@sonomamarintrain.org. For more information about SMART visit www.sonomamarintrain.org.

Minimum Requirements - Five (5) years full-time work experience in a general railroad environment, 2.5 years experience as a certified Locomotive Engineer. Current certification as a locomotive engineer under 49 CFR Part 240. High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. Must be 21 years of age.

EOE.