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Marin Municipal Water District is a public utility providing water to 186,000 people located in a 147 square-mile area of Marin County. In operation since 1912, MMWD is the oldest municipal water district in California.

Salary: $18.25   per hour

Posted: July 18, 2019

Filing Deadline: Open Until Filled

The recruitment may be closed at any time

Description

We have two immediate internships available with the District in the areas of: Water Distribution and Water Treatment. Assignments are for a 40 hour week. Optional work schedules or reduced hours (i.e. part-time) may be considered on a case-by-case basis.  Duration of assignments is for up to six (6) months. Positions operate out of MMWD’s Corte Madera location (Water Distribution) and multiple locations in Marin County (Water Treatment).

The Positions

Distribution System Operator Intern: (1 position) Under the direct supervision of a certified water distribution operator, learn how to operate and maintain mechanical, electrical and control equipment. Perform inspections of mechanical and electrical equipment.  Assist operators in handling consumer calls.  Assist field personnel with confined space entries.  Learn the basics of a potable water distribution system.  Safety Boots required. Work hours are M-F 6:30 am to 3:00 pm.  This position is for up to a six (6) month duration at the Corte Madera location. 

Desired Background: Must be 18 years old or older.

Candidate must have current or recent enrollment in one of the following college level courses of study:

▪ Drinking Water Treatment or Distribution   ▪ Wastewater Treatment   ▪ Environmental Science   ▪ Biology   ▪ Chemistry Candidate should possess genuine interest in a career in the waterworks field. Must be detail oriented, possess good problem solving skills, ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Water Treatment Plant Intern: (1 position) Under the direct supervision of a qualified and licensed Water Treatment Plant Operator, assist with the operation and maintenance of one of three different drinking water facilities. The candidate will be exposed to surface water treatment plant processes, chemical dosing, industry standard calculations, water quality laboratory tests, the operation and maintenance of analyzers and ground water quality verification. Safety Boots required. Work hours are M – F 7:00am-3:30pm at one of three different facilities: San Geronimo Water Treatment Plant in Woodacre; Bon Tempe Water Treatment Plant in Fairfax; Ignacio Water Quality Station in Novato. Optional work schedules may be considered on a case-by-case basis. This position is for up to a six (6) month duration. 

Desired Background: Must be 18 years old or older.

Candidate must have current or recent enrollment in one of the following college level courses of study:

▪ Drinking Water Treatment ▪ Wastewater Treatment ▪ Environmental Science ▪ Biology  ▪ Chemistry

Candidate should possess a genuine interest in a career in the water treatment field. Must be detail oriented, possess good problem solving skills, ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, as well as have the ability to lift 50 pounds. Candidate should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.

Due to the driving requirements of some positions, a DMV  driving history may be required if applicant moves forward in the process.  Must be 18 years old or older to apply for these internship opportunities. 

TO APPLY

Must be 18 years old or older to apply for these internship opportunities.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY FOR CONSIDERATION.

To be considered for a position, the following documents must be submitted as part of your application.

1. MMWD Application
2. Supplemental Application

Selection process

Complete the application in full. Be sure to indicate dates of employment, hours worked, and describe your duties. You may attach a resume but does not substitute for any part of the application or supplemental questionnaire. Initial screening of your qualifications is based solely on the application documents received by the District. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process.

These positions are temporary, seasonal, hourly, and non-exempt, and individuals hired in this position can be terminated at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at the option of either the District or employee.                

 Employment Opportunity

 The City of St. Helena has an exciting opportunity to fill a position in the Public Works Water Treatment Plant.  This is a great opportunity to become part of a team of dedicated individuals that take pride in serving the local community.

Distinguishing Characteristics: The Plant Operator I/II is the entry level or journey level class responsible for a wide variety of plant operations and maintenance of the water treatment plant and related facilities, and incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of assigned duties. The classification is alternatively staffed with Plant Operator III and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience, obtaining required certifications and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class.

Examples of Duties: (include but are not limited to the following)

• Operates, monitors and maintains all plant equipment and components and related facilities, including but not limited to pumps, chemical feed systems, tanks, plumbing, pump stations, wells, and control systems; reads and interprets meters, gauges and charts; conducts well soundings; performs backwash operations; maintains and upgrades mechanical and electrical systems.
• Conducts regular on-site inspections of plant and system operations making appropriate adjustment to process controls ensuring that operational problems are identified and corrected; ensures that plants are operating within safety standards established by federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations.
• Performs basic and skilled water quality laboratory testing and analysis; takes samples on a daily basis to ensure proper plant operation and quality of water; adheres to quality assurance programs for laboratory analysis and instrumentation; prepares and updates reports, including records and logs in compliance with state and federal mandates for reporting.
• Performs maintenance and construction work as directed on the water treatment system and related facilities; maintains plant facilities and grounds in a safe, clean and orderly condition; loads and unloads equipment and materials.

Position Description

We have one full-time, temporary, Field Pipeline Locator internship within the District in the Records Department of the Environmental & Engineering Services Division. Intern Assignments are for a 40 hour week. Duration of this assignment is expected to be up to six (6) months, but can be terminated at any time. Positions operate out of MMWD’s Corte Madera location.

Definition

FIELD PIPELINE LOCATOR INTERN: Under general supervision of the Engineering Support Services Manager, this position locates MMWD underground pipelines and facilities using a Metro Tech 810 DX inductive locator. This includes locating pipes in roadways and on steep slopes, which will require proper safety gear and safety practices. In addition, this work will require the ability to interpret GIS mapping data and record drawings to properly identify the location of the underground water lines. Also, proper communication skills are necessary to report and resolve discrepancies found in the field. Work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This position is available for up to a six (6) month duration, starting in July/August 2019.

Desired Background: Must be 18 years or older and have a California Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record. Education in the areas of engineering, Geographic Information System (GIS) and/or experience with pipe locator equipment and SAP computer system is desired. Desirable skills include ability to work independently and as a team player; detail oriented. This position performs heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) and incumbents must be able to work in various terrains. Must be able to operate a variety of office equipment including, computer, fax, calculator and photocopier. Candidate should have working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ESRI ArcGIS. Safety Boots are required.

Application and Selection Process

To be considered for this career opportunity, applicants must submit the following information to the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline shown on this announcement:

1. Properly completed District application. Clearly state the title of the position for which you are applying.
2. Supplemental application. The attached page of supplemental questions will be a primary tool in evaluating qualifications for this position. The responses will be evaluated along with the completed application form. Applications received without completed Supplemental Responses will not be considered.

The examination process may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical test, and oral and/or final interviews. All applicants will be notified of the disposition of their application. Based upon information provided in the application documents, the applicants presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to continue in the process.  

The selected candidate, upon acceptance of a conditional offer for District employment, will undergo a background check conducted by an outside agency and must take and pass a pre-employment/pre-duty medical exam and drug test. Additionally, depending upon job duty assignments, the selected candidate may be required to submit an original California Department of Motor Vehicles Driving History printout (10-year history).

Do NOT submit the DMV 10-year driving history until requested to do so.

Online applications are strongly encouraged and will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the filing deadline date.

You may apply ONLINE through CalOPPS or a manual application packet may also be obtained by calling 415-945-1434, or in person at MMWD/HR, 220 Nellen Avenue, Corte Madera, CA 94925. The filing deadline time for in-person manual application and faxed application submissions is 4:30 p.m. on the filing deadline date.

If application materials are faxed, the originals of the submissions must be mailed and post marked by the filing deadline date indicated in the job posting.

NATURAL RESOURCES PROGRAM MANAGER

Open to all applicants

Salary Range:  $9,714.00 - $11,902.00 per month
($116,568 - $142,824 annually) DOQ/DOE

The Marin Municipal Water District seeks a Natural Resources Program Manager to plan, implement and supervise the District’s watershed natural resource management programs including the vegetation and wildlife management, fishery preservation and enhancement, roads and trails, environmental compliance and environmental stewardship. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of principles, practices and methods of botany, forestry, ecology, wildlife management, natural resources management, hydrology, fisheries, environmental science and soil science and will provide effective leadership and maintain an environment that fosters positive employee engagement, high productivity and effective communication.  The Natural Resources Program Manager will establish and maintain collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and staff.  This manager will have the responsibility for developing, planning and providing direction to the technical and support staff in all phases of the District’s Vegetation Management Plan, Roads and Trails Plan and other watershed natural resources programs. 

The District:  The District is a medium sized, municipal, water agency with a Board of Directors/General Manager form of government, 240 full time employees and a 105,000,000 combined annual operating and capital budget for FY 2020.  Annually, the District delivers water to 190,000 residents and businesses in the central and southern portions of Marin County and has stewardship responsibilities for 21,000 acres of pristine watershed lands on Mt. Tam.  

Tentative Recruitment Timeline*

Oral Board

Thursday, September 5, 2019*

Final Interview

Wednesday, September 18, 2019*

* Dates are subject to change

4:30 p.m. for manual submissions;

5:00 p.m. for online submissions

PLEASE SEE ATTACHED BROCHURE FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THIS EXCITING OPPORTUNITY

The City of Redwood City invites you to apply for the position of Plan Checker.  This position is to assist in the review of building plans and specifications for compliance with city, state and model code requirements; provide advice and interpretations to clients; and process building permit applications. It is under general supervision of Chief Building Official.

The ideal candidate will embrace the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service; will be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks; will successfully perform work requiring analytical ability and be able to synthesize and summarize information; will use initiative and independent judgement; will be a team player who likes working with a variety of City staff and the public;  and communicates well with the public. Engineer background is preferred.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

The City of San Bruno is recruiting for

Building Inspector I/II

Filing Deadline:  Open Until Filled

   Building Inspector I:      $79,068 — $97,032

   Building Inspector II:      $88,704—$108,852    

The Position

The City of San Bruno Community Development Department is recruiting for a Building Inspector I/II, who will have a unique opportunity to help shape and guide the community’s future.  As the City continues to grow in population and develop within the burgeoning San Francisco Bay Area, now is an exciting time to join the San Bruno Community Development Department. Under the guidance of the Chief Building Official, the Building Inspector performs routine to complex inspections for compliance with building codes, issues corrections notices and citations, authors reports of building inspection activity, assists in administering the permitting function for commercial and residential buildings, and performs customer service for the residents of the community. The Building Inspector may also develop educational materials for the public, perform duties of a plan examiner, and represent the City at professional meetings, training sessions and other industry events.  Municipal or jurisdictional building inspection experience is highly desirable for this position.

The Department

The Community Development Department includes Planning, Building, and Code Enforcement. The Department is responsible for ensuring that new development and modifications to existing development in San Bruno are completed in compliance with City and State laws and for supporting the maintenance of safe, attractive neighborhoods and business areas through a progressive code enforcement program.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.   Possession of an AA/AS degree from an accredited college in Building Inspection or Construction Technology highly desirable, plus:

Building Inspector I:

¨ Two (2) years of experience in general construction or related fields or two (2) years of experience in municipal or jurisdictional building inspection experience, or a combination of both.

Building Inspector II:

¨ Five (5) years of experience in the capacity of Building Inspector I.

Special Requirements

Possession of and ability to maintain a valid California driver’s license.

Building Inspector I

¨ Possession of a minimum of one (1) Legacy International Conference Building Officials (ICBO) or International Code Council (ICC) Certification in Residential Building, Plumbing, Electrical or Mechanical; a combination of certificates preferred.

Building Inspector II

¨ Possession of a minimum of five (5) Legacy International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) or International Code Council (ICC) Certifications in Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Combination and/or other approved certifications as determined by the Chief Building Official.

Necessary Knowledge and Skills

Applicants should possess knowledge of principles, practices and methods used in various building construction areas, including residential building, mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing; operational characteristics and use of standard equipment used in building inspection and the building trades; building and construction standards and materials; testing procedures; basic principles of mathematics; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, including construction code manuals and specifications; standard office procedures, practices and equipment including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing; proper English, spelling and grammar; and occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.  Applicants should also posses the ability to work effectively with contractors, developers, architects, engineers, owners, and the general public; read and understand complicated plans and blueprints; communicate effectively orally and in writing; make sound decisions within established guidelines; implement, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; analyze complex issues, and develop and implement appropriate responses; facilitate appropriate corrective action from property owners regarding violations.

Excellent Benefits

· CalPERS retirement formula of 2.7% @ 55 for classic members and 2% @ 62 for new members

· Annual accruals of 10-23 vacation days based on years of service, 14.5 holidays and 12 sick days

· $500 personal and professional reimbursement annually

· Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5%

· Matching deferred compensation contribution up to 0.5% of salary on a biweekly basis

· Medical, dental and vision benefits provided with employee contribution

· Life insurance equal to one year’s annual salary provided at no cost

· Long-term disability insurance provided at no cost

· Home loan assistance program

· Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan

· Tuition reimbursement

How to Apply

Interested candidates may apply online at www.calopps.org.  Candidates are encouraged to read the entire job announcement and job description prior to submitting an application.  After an initial screening of applications, those candidates that meet the minimum qualifications and meet the Department’s needs will be invited to participate further in the recruitment process.   

Application Deadline:  Open Until Filled

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.
 

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Applications will be accepted for this position until a sufficient number meeting our qualifications are received. Apply immediately.

$26.48/hour

Part Time Hours: Morning/Afternoon Shifts.

This hourly position is not in Civil Service and does not receive benefits.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, to read, record, and report readings of meters; to make customer service changes; and to do related work as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

On an assigned route and schedule, reads utility meters and records the reading on prepared forms; removes all debris impeding meter readings such as water, dirt, etc.; removes meter register cover, when necessary, to clean and/or replace glass so that an accurate reading may be obtained; makes customer service changes, including routine service turn-on and turn-off, and delinquent account service turn-off; answers customer questions regarding meter readings. Assists in clerical operations in billing and collecting for services; notes and reports utility conditions requiring attention.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:  General office practices and procedures.

Ability to:  Learn the methods of meter reading, office procedures relating to billing for water service, and the technical operations as related to meter reading; work responsibly and without immediate supervision in assigned duties; keep simple records and make arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience:  None

Education:  Graduation from high school or equivalent.

License:  Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

Physical Requirements:  An incumbent in this position is required to walk extensively, usually 3-5 miles daily; work almost exclusively outdoors under a variety of weather conditions (including rain, cold, fog, and sunshine); remove and replace meter covers weighing 5 to 50 lbs.; read on an average 300 meters daily; at each meter location may be required to bend, squat, or kneel to reach below ground level to read, clean, or remove assorted debris, dirt, or water as necessary.

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number meeting our qualifications have been received.

Interviews: TBA

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a city application.

DEFINITION

Under supervision of the Chief Building Inspector, to review building plans and related documents including geotechnical reports, structural calculations and energy calculations to assure compliance with adopted model, California and Municipal Codes, ordinances, regulations and policies, to provide clear and concise direction in plan review comments, to assist inspectors, contractors, design professionals and the public by providing information and clarification regarding the adopted codes and their application. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Checks building plans, calculations and submittal documents to assure compliance with applicable codes and ordinances including State of California and Daly City Municipal Code requirements; reviews for compliance of health and safety features, proper materials usage, placement on the property, flood, wind and earthquake provisions, sewer, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, energy and building code requirements; reviews plans, calculations and data submitted with plans for compliance; communicates construction and code requirements verbally and in writing to architects, contractors, engineers, developers and the general public; coordinates the review of other City divisions and departments by overseeing the routing of plans and assimilating comments; supervises others in the Division who review plans; approves field changes to construction plans and designs; under direction of the Chief Building Inspector, advises building inspectors on structural and building code questions encountered during construction inspection, interprets codes, ordinances, regulations related to plan checking; researches the history of codes and ordinances when problems of interpretation arise; recommends revisions to the municipal code and assists in its revision; reviews building code alternate requests and recommends denial or approval; prepares reports and correspondence; supervises as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Basic principles of fire and life safety code requirements including use and occupancy, general building limitations, types of construction, fire-resistant materials and construction, fire-protection systems and means of egress; accessibility requirements and regulations; structural engineering including design principles specifically wind and earthquake requirements, materials requirements including masonry, reinforced concrete, steel and wood design, stress analysis and strength design, principles of soil mechanics and foundation analysis, methods of building construction, applicable codes, ordinances and regulations, and plan review procedures.  Individuals must have strong written and verbal communication skills to convey requirements clearly and concisely and strong analytical and critical thinking skills and be able to exercise tact and good judgment in dealing with contractors, design professionals and the public. 

Ability to: Read and interpret building plans and specifications; perform complex building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical plan review; detect building code violations; interpret and apply provisions of pertinent codes and regulations; prepare accurate and concise reports; make accurate engineering computations and drawings; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; acquire and demonstrate skill supervising and managing work of others; learn administrative techniques, methods and procedures of personnel management, budget preparation and other skills required to assist in management of the Division; work with, troubleshoot, and assist in developing improvements to computerized Division operation; establish and maintain effectively cooperative working relations with coworkers, the public and employees of other public agencies and private firms interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience: Three (3) years of full-time professional engineering level work involving structural design, analysis, techniques or engineering plan checking, one year of which involved industrial or commercial structures.

Education: A Bachelor’s degree, or the equivalent, from a college or university with a major in Civil or Structural Engineering, architecture or closely related field.

License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License.  Possession of a valid International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) or International Code Council (ICC) Certification as a Building Plans Examiner.  A candidate without this certification may be hired, but must obtain it within one year from date of hire.  Registration as a professional Civil or Structural Engineer in the State of California.  Certification as an Energy Plans Examiner, for residential and non-residential buildings, is desirable.