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 The City of Campbell announces a work experience opportunity for:

Position: Receptionist

Department: City Manager’s Office

Salary Range: $11.00/hr; 2 days a week minimum

Part-Time, Temporary Non-Benefited position

Schedule: Mondays through Fridays

Approximately 4-10 hours per week

Closing Date: Open Until Filled 

The Position: The Campbell City Manager’s Office seeks a receptionist to assist with customer service and clerical duties under general supervision of department staff.

Responsibilities:

• Answers inquiries and provides information to interested parties
• Maintains files and records and processes mail
• Provide a high level of customer service while handling routine inquiries and requests
• Acts as receptionist by referring calls and inquiries to the proper person or department
• Operates a variety of office equipment including personal computer
• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Maintain accurate and organized program files and records
• Follow City and Department guidelines and policies
• Meet the public with courtesy and tact
• Appropriate telephone etiquette
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in high school grades 11 or 12
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to complete assignments
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively

Selection Process:

The most qualified applicants as determined by initial screening of applications will be invited to participate in an interview. Selections will be made from the results of the interview, practical and references. Selection is contingent on a pre-employment fingerprinted background check.

How To Apply:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the positions are filled. Apply online at www.calopps.org OR submit the below materials to Jennyb@cityofcampbell.com

City of Campbell Employment Application - Available at www.cityofcampbell.com/hr or at Human Resources, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008 (City Hall, Upper Level).

The City of Campbell is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Campbell upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, learns to perform and performs the full array of duties assigned to classes in the Public Services Maintenance Worker series including maintenance, construction and equipment operation work in one or more Public Services divisions; occasionally assists in the training of lower level Public Services Maintenance Workers; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Public Services Maintenance Worker I

This classification is alternatively staffed with Public Services Maintenance Worker II and incumbents may advance to the higher-level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher-level class.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:

Public Services Maintenance Worker I

Receives general supervision from a Public Services Supervisor. Incumbents of this class do not routinely exercise supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   (include but are not limited to the following)

• Performs maintenance, repair, construction, equipment operation and installation work in streets, water, sewers, refuse collection, parks and buildings.

• Streets: Breaks, removes, crack seals, hydropatches, and repairs surfaces; digs, shovels, hauls, loads and unloads materials; operates jack hammers, tampers, pavement breakers and other hand and power tools; rolls and irons asphalt; operates trucks, backhoes, rollers, pavers, street sweepers and other construction  vehicles and equipment; assists in the installation and maintenance of City signs, road markings, striping  and delineators; paints street lines and crosswalks; performs concrete sidewalk, curb, gutter and ramp installation and repair; installs, maintains and repairs street lights; installs shoring and trench plates; monitors underground service alert (USA’s) and marks when necessary; conducts street leaf pickup; mows roadsides.

• Water Distribution and Drainage: Constructs, maintains and repairs storm conduits, curbs, gutters and drainage facilities; installs, repairs and maintains water mains and lines; conducts maintenance at well sites; monitors pump stations; operates jack hammers and other tools and equipment; inspects tools and equipment for safety and mechanical defects; installs and repairs water service connections, meters and boxes; performs monthly meter reads; repairs, installs and tests hydrants; monitors USA’s and marks when necessary; operates trucks and other construction vehicles and equipment; locates and repairs leaks in water lines; cleans storm drains, flood control facilities and inlets; operates sewer camera and hydrovac.

• Parks and Buildings: Maintains lawns, shrubs, and trees; assists in spraying of herbicides and pesticides; cuts, sprays and removes weeds; clears brush and debris; assists with planting and maintenance of landscaped areas; installs, maintains, repairs and programs irrigation systems; cleans and maintains parks and city buildings; assists in the performance of minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting and remodeling tasks.

• Solid Waste: Operates a variety of collection vehicles and equipment including front, rear and side loaders in the collection and transportation of residential and commercial refuse; drives to landfill site when vehicle is full and unloads material; evaluates and updates assigned routes; cleans, maintains and inspects assigned vehicles; maintains daily logs.

• Fills out reports and work orders; climbs or uses hydraulic aerial devices to top, trim, reshape, strip, treat and remove trees; operates airport fueling vehicles; responds to after-hours call-outs if assigned.

• Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; may provide training to lower level staff; responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information as is appropriate and resolves public service complaints.

• Responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information as is appropriate and resolves public service complaints.

• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local  agencies, City management and staff, and the public.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position requires 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 position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. 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 incumbent may use cleaning and lubricating chemicals, pesticides or herbicides which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants.

The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, operate hydraulic aerial devices, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions and often work with constant interruptions.

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The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of Maintenance Worker/Laborer.

Laborer is the entry-level class for maintenance positions in both the Water and Street & Sewer Division. Employees will be hired as a Laborer and may reasonably expect promotion to the Maintenance Work Class upon completion of one year's satisfactory service, completion of probation, and for the Street and Sewer Division, passing a CWEA Grade 1 test and obtaining a class B driver's license, and for the Water Division, passing a DHS Grade D-1 test.

SALARY

Laborer:  $4,848.29 - $5,897.78 per month. 

Street, Sewer and Downtown Maintenance Worker:  $5,092.72 - $6,189.30 per month. 

Water Maintenance Worker:  $5,092.72 - $6,189.30 per month. 

Applications must be received by Friday, August 31, 2018 at 5:00PM or until the first 100 applications are received. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Street and Sewer Division:  Works with the following crews: Sign and Paint Crew; Paving Crew; Pothole Crew; Service Repair Crew; Pump Station Maintenance and Repair Crew; Sweeper Pile Crew; Sewer Rodder Crew and Hydro-Jet Crew.  Assists in laying pipe and sewer lines; sweeps and cleans roadsides, gutters, curbs, culverts, catch basins and other drainage structures; removes debris and undergrowth; assists in setting forms and mixing and pouring concrete; assists in raking, smoothing and tamping repaired patches; assists in the maintenance of mechanical equipment; assists in the layout of traffic patterns on streets and in the operation of painting equipment; cleans mechanical equipment and basic tools used on the job.  Assists in maneuvering and driving hydro-jet truck and other equipment associated with this operation.  Assists in preventative maintenance and unblocking of sewers using mechanical and hydro-jetting.  Serves as flag person when working in traffic and works in confined spaces.

Water Division:  Assists in laying pipe and water lines; measures and cuts pipe; assists in making taps and connections to mains; repairs and replaces mains, copper tubing, hydrates, valves, meters and meter boxes; excavates, repairs leaks; assists in the maintenance of mechanical equipment; cleans mechanical equipment and maintains basic tools used on the job. Serves as flag person when working in traffic; reads water meters, assists water service worker; and works in confined spaces.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Street /Sewer Division: Ability to perform heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects for short distances weighing up to 90 pounds, including manhole covers and jackhammers; perform the pulling, pushing, twisting and bending needed for rodding sewer; work outdoors in adverse weather; perform pick and shovel work in digging, widening and backfilling; assist in the cleaning of sewers which includes working in raw sewage.

Ability to stand and walk for considerable periods of time; twist the upper body; perform moderate amounts of crouching, stooping and squatting. Ability to climb ladders and to climb into confined spaces; to work weekends and evenings as necessary, and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Sufficient vision, hearing and stamina to perform the above job duties, and use of proper safety and hearing equipment when using noisy and dangerous equipment.

Water Division: Ability to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting and carrying heavy objects weighing up to 90 pounds for short distances, including large meter box covers; climb ladders; perform moderate amounts of crouching, squatting and stooping; perform pulling, twisting and bending; work outdoors in adverse weather; and perform pick and shovel work in digging, widening and backfilling.

Ability to stand and walk for considerable periods of time; to climb into confined spaces and learn special requirements; to work weekends and evenings as necessary, and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Sufficient vision, hearing and stamina to perform the above job duties, and proper use of safety and hearing equipment when using noisy and dangerous equipment.

DEFINITION:

Under general direction, performs complex work of considerable difficulty in governmental accounting and financial analysis.  Plans, organizes, manages and directs the activities of the Accountants, Accounts Payable, and Payroll within the Support Services Department, provides highly complex staff assistance to an executive manager within the Support Services Department; performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Accounting Manager is the management level class responsible for assisting the Director, or designee, in the day-to-day administrating, directing and managing of assigned divisions.  This classification is distinguished from that in the lower classification of Principal Accountant by their responsibility for overall management of the accounting division.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:

Receives general direction from the Director of Support Services or his/her designee.  Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and clerical accounting staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:   (include but are not limited to the following)

• Plan, organize and manage the activities of professional, technical and clerical staff in accounting, responsible for accounting, financial reporting and analysis for the City using generally accepted processes and procedures including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Participate in the development and administration of the department budget.
• Participate in the development and coordination of the City-wide annual budget; provide technical advice relative to budget issues.
• Guide the preparation of the City’s annual audit report; coordinate audit and audit activities.
• Participate in the development of official policies, procedures and practices, to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Participate in the review, development and modification of internal control methods.
•  Review, develop and modify internal control methods to improve existing procedures.
• Interpret and apply provisions of laws, rules and regulations related to fiscal matters.
• Review and approve accounting transactions for input to the various financial systems of the City and its related entities and departments.
• Coordinates the work of assigned staff, their tasks, and the interfacing with other organizations.
• Interview and recommend selection of job applicants, appraise employee performance; conduct informal counseling on work issues, prepare documentation and improvement plans for deficiencies, and implement disciplinary procedures.
• Directs and participates in complex fiscal, financial, and accounting problems which have significant impact on the City’s financial condition and/or operations, as assigned.
• Assist the Director of Support Services, or designee, in performing revenue/expenditure projections.
• Assist the executive management in cash management and investment functions.
• Oversee and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Division.
• Provide professional and technical advice and recommendations on accounting pronouncements, standards, policies and procedures.
• Provide assistance to City departments regarding City accounting policies and procedures in resolving accounting and financial problems.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and correspondence related to division activities.
• Develop, implement and evaluate financial fiscal policies, procedures and practices and initiate action for improvement.
• Direct and participate in complex, fiscal, financial and accounting problems which have significant impact on the City’s financial condition and/or operation, as assigned.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and correspondence related to division activities.
• Attend council, interagency, committee, and other meetings and conferences; make presentations as required.
• Establish positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management, staff and the public.
• Seeks continuous improvement in finance and accounting processes and procedures to achieve optimum efficiency and effectiveness.
   
  PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities.  The position also requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data using a computer keyboard.  The position also requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work related documents.  Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service.  The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to drive motorized vehicles.  The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required.

A Good Place to Live

The City of Union City, a general law city is the gateway to the Silicon Valley and a recipient of the 1999 All-America City award. Union City is located in the San Francisco Bay Area and we are proud of our culturally diverse population of 72,155. We have safe and award winning schools, and we are close to shopping and transportation. The City of Union City offers home loans to those interested in residing in the community. Also, our community is near parklands such as Coyote Hills and the Alameda Regional Trails and in our residential community you will enjoy over 33 parks, a City owned Sports Center and our mild climate year round.

A Great Place to Work

The Council-Manager municipal government has over 225 full-time staff. The organization is focused on providing customer-valued services to our community. We are committed to the long-term growth and development of our staff by providing and encouraging training and skill enhancement. Our environment allows employees to be creative and passionate about their work.    We wish to attract employees who have excellent customer service skills and have demonstrated their commitment to outstanding community services in their current position.
 

The Position

The City is currently seeking two highly energetic, highly motivated individuals for our Maintenance Trainee – Streets position in the Streets division. Incumbents learn to perform the full scope of duties of the Maintenance I class. The individuals will train for a period of one year to provide a variety of services for the City, including: patching and repairing street surfaces; operate equipment and tools such as a jackhammer, dig post holes for signs, install and/or replace signs. Divert traffic with the use of signs, cones, lights, and other safety techniques, maintaining storm drain systems; operating a variety of equipment, including hand and power tools, and various pieces of medium to heavy equipment. 

The selected Maintenance Trainee – Streets will be provided on-the-job training sufficient to acquire knowledge and skills within specific (quarterly) time frames. Only those Trainees who complete and pass quarterly knowledge and skills examinations and obtain their Class A driver’s license with a tanker endorsement within one year, will continue training and employment.

An entrance examination for Maintenance Trainee – Streets position is being given to fill two current vacancies.

This position is represented by SEIU.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Maintenance – Trainee – Is an entry-level trainee position. Incumbents learn to perform the full scope of duties of the Maintenance – I class. This class is alternately staffed with Maintenance I and incumbents may advance to the higher level class after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications of the higher level class.

• Patch streets using Class A patching, surface patching, and pothole repair techniques.
• Prepare equipment and tools for jobs; operate equipment and tools such as jackhammer,
  grader, backhoe, striper, roller, dump and pickup trucks, and hand and power tools; clean and maintain equipment; perform minor maintenance/repair on equipment.
• Dig post holes for signs; install and/or replace signs.
• Divert traffic with the use of signs, cones, lights, and other safety techniques.
• Clean up roadway spills.
• May oversee the work of one or more seasonal aides or laborers in specific work
  assignments.
• Clean and maintain catch basins and culverts.

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Please click the links below for complete details regarding this opportunity.

This is a part-time non-benefited position.  Work schedule is flexible up to 29 hours per week.

This position will be assigned to various Divisions of the Public Works Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Depending on assignment, essential duties may include but are not limited to the following:  removal and clearing of debris from gutters, culverts, and drainage structures.  Perform custodial and general maintenance of City facilities.  Perform pick and shovel work; assists in concrete work; operates power machinery and a variety of hand tools.  Perform a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance of parks, landscaped areas, beach maintenance, and trash and debris removal. Provide assistance with the repair and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure. Perform minor plumbing and building maintenance, removal of graffiti, painting, hand-picking litter, and other related duties as assigned.  May be required to work weekends.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge of: the tools and methods employed in basic laboring work.

Skill to:   use of a variety of manual and power tools and equipment.

Ability to:  lift and carry heavy objects (up to 90 pounds) safely; withstand exposure to all weather conditions; noise, dust, grease, smoke fumes, gases, waste materials; work in or with water. 

Licenses:  Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is required.

Experience & Training:  Previous laborer experience is required.  Municipal experience and completed coursework in water utility operations is highly desirable. 

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Please visit www.CalOpps.org to submit your application on-line.  However, if you are unable to complete your application on-line a printable version of our employment application may be downloaded from our website at www.sealbeachca.gov.  Applications can also be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Seal Beach City Hall, 211 8th Street, Seal Beach, California 90740 or by calling (562) 431-2527 x1301.  A resume is optional and will not be accepted as a substitute for a completed City application.  Incomplete, late, emailed, or faxed applications will not be accepted.  Please include a DMV printout certification with your application.  Appointment is subject to any or all of the following: pre-employment medical, fingerprint processes as well as background investigation.  If selected, incumbent will be required to submit written identification proving eligibility to work in the United States. 

NOTE:  The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.  Any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT

$11.00/hr.

This is a temporary, at-will, seasonal position without benefits

DEFINITION: Under immediate supervision, perform a variety of maintenance and construction duties in the City’s Public Works Department, including streets, sewer, asphalt, parks, trees, fleet or facilities maintenance, repair or reconstruction work.  Recruitment will be used to fill multiple vacancies within various divisions of the Public Works Department.  Work schedule will not exceed 28 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent must have the ability to:

• Perform heavy manual labor in a variety of construction and maintenance work.
• Perform general building repair, i.e., carpentry and plumbing.
• Install street barricades and cones, conduct traffic control, and install signs and legends.
• Perform asphalt removal, patching, shovel/rake/assist in asphalt installation.
• Remove concrete; grade area, construct forms; pour/assist in concrete and masonry finishing.
• Clean debris from storm drains, catch basins, sewers, streets, parking lots and walkways.
• Dig trenches; maintain drains, sewer laterals, mains, lift stations and manholes.
• Remove weeds, grass and debris; use power trimmers, cut and remove roots.
• Water, mow, trim, edge, and fertilize turf; spray herbicides; plant/weed landscaped areas.
• Prepare and maintain City sports fields; repair fencing and facilities.
• Trim and prune bushes, trees, shrubs; stake trees; remove litter.
• Collect and remove refuse and debris; perform janitorial work.
• Paint sports and park facilities, buildings, equipment and piping.
• Change tires, assist mechanics in servicing vehicles and equipment; clean shop areas.
• Operate maintenance power tools/saws/mowers/trimmers/paint sprayers and hand tools.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; keep accurate records.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily or emergency operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking on uneven or slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, and squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. Incumbents work in all weather conditions, use cleaning and lubricating chemicals, which may expose them to fumes, dust and air contaminants, drive motorized vehicles, heavy equipment and work around moving traffic and often works with constant interruptions. Incumbents are also required to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment. Positions require near and far vision when inspecting work. Incumbents may be required to lift, carry and or pull/ push objects weighing 80 pounds or more.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: The employee must have the knowledge of methods, techniques and tools and the operational characteristics of maintenance equipment used in the construction and maintenance of field maintenance.

EXPERIENCE: Formal or informal education/training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

LICENSES: Must possess at the time of hire and continuously throughout, a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License.