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StopWaste is hiring an Energy Council Program Services Specialist to work on Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) programs. The position will conduct community outreach and engage with stakeholders to make energy upgrades and electrify multifamily and single family buildings in Alameda County and the larger Bay Area. It will also work on growing and strengthening the clean energy workforce to help achieve energy and climate goals. The ideal candidate will have deep experience engaging and developing relationships with community partners. The position may be filled at the Program Services Specialist I, II, or Senior role depending on the applicant pool and the discretion of StopWaste staff. 

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The Town of Los Gatos is recruiting for a Town Manager.

View the full announcement for this exciting opportunity at Peckham & McKenney.

The Town Council is prepared to offer an attractive and regionally competitive salary. Based on the work experience, qualifications, and track record of candidate’s career success and in alignment with other cities, the Town is prepared to negotiate an annual salary in the range of $320,000. The Town of Los Gatos also offers an outstanding benefits package.

To apply for this key position and exciting career opportunity, please visit Peckham & McKenney. The final filing date for this position is Friday, June 14, 2024 (11:59 p.m.). Resumes are acknowledged within two business days.

For additional information about this position and the recruitment process, please contact:
Anton “Tony” Dahlerbruch
(310) 567-1554
(866) 912-1919 (toll free)

Join us as a Community Service Officer (CSO) in the Berkeley Police Department! In this role, you will have the opportunity to perform a wide range of duties, both in office support and in the field, to support various police functions. Assignments may include field services, jail facilities, property control, community services, crime scene, or traffic control.

Community Service Officers are essential non-sworn members of BPD. By maintaining positive working relationships with City staff and the public, CSOs help build trust in our community. With their ability to work with people of all backgrounds and stay calm under pressure, CSOs provide invaluable contributions to the Department in their everyday work.

The eligible list resulting from this recruitment will be used to fill Temporary and Career positions. The first administrative review of applications will be on May 27, 2024, for the June 15, 2024 test date. Learn more about the physical ability test here: youtube.com/watch?v=WaTE9D4rajU

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is:
Equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience, such as in-person, telephone, and written contacts indicating effective communication and customer service skills.

Previous volunteer or paid experience in law enforcement, emergency medical services, military service, probation, counseling or similar work requiring extensive public contact is highly desirable.

Other requirements include:

• Must successfully complete a psychiatric evaluation and a Police Department background investigation and medical evaluation.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be willing to work evening, graveyard, weekend, and holiday shifts for the 24 hour/day operational schedule.
• Must be able to obtain required Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification such as the Community Service Officer Academy, Jail Correction Course, which are conducted or recognized by the Berkeley Police Department, and accept and apply the principles learned in training.
• Must be physically able to perform the work including lifting heavy objects and controlling violent individuals, and possess the knowledge, skills and abilities for the successful completion of duties assigned to the position.

Are you passionate about waste reduction and recycling and taking meaningful action to fight the climate change impacts of waste disposal? Would you like to join an organization of enthusiastic and innovative professionals advancing the County’s environmental sustainability initiatives and partnerships? 

The County of San Mateo's Sustainability Department seeks qualified candidates for the position of Sustainability Program Manager – Waste Reduction Special Districts. We are looking for candidates who possess excellent program management skills, who have a deep understanding of waste management and recycling service delivery to the community, and who are committed to implementing innovated solutions to ensure recyclables and organic materials are diverted from landfills. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourage candidates from varied backgrounds to apply. 

Under the general direction of the Director, the Sustainability Program Manager – Waste Reduction Special Districts will lead a team to ensure successful delivery of waste, organics, and recycling services to communities located in the County’s unincorporated special districts and unfranchised areas. This position will engage with communities on recycling education and events, will serve as the County’s regional liaison on waste reduction service delivery for the unincorporated areas, and will support development of innovate solutions to help achieve the region’s long-term waste reduction and recycling goals. 

THE POSITION 

This position leads the Waste Reduction - Special Districts team to oversee curbside waste services and related vendor contracts for the County unincorporated areas; works with residents, businesses, and others to promote and advance ways to reduce waste in the County’s unincorporated areas; and to increase diversion of recyclables, organics, and other items from the landfill. This position is also responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance with state recycling and waste diversion mandates, working to strategically plan for long-range financial sustainability of services, and serving as the regional liaison to the regional franchise coordination body, SBWMA, to represent the County. 

As the Sustainability Program Manager – Waste Reduction Special Districts you will: 

• Manage the program by setting strategic direction; developing and managing the program budget; planning and establishing project priorities; assigning work to and professionally developing staff; developing and managing contracts; planning for long term program financial sustainability; and presenting to the Board of Supervisors on program matters. 

• Manage the delivery of curbside waste, recycling, and organics services and related vendor contracts for County Franchise Area (CFA) and County Services Area 8 (CSA-8) and liaise to the governing bodies on matters related to the franchise agreements, services, and rate setting. 

• Set the annual waste and recycling service rates for CFA and CSA-8 through a Prop 218 process and place the service charges on the CSA-8 tax roll. 

• Lead the implementation of SB 1383, the State’s organics recycling law, in the unincorporated areas to ensure successful implementation and compliance, conduct community education, and manage the non-exclusive franchise agreements. 

• Engage with residents, businesses, and others to promote and advance ways to reduce waste in the County’s unincorporated areas and increase diversion of recyclables, organics, and other items from the landfill. 

• Develop policies and laws to help fulfill the BOS commitments to waste reduction and to ensure compliance with state laws. 

• Work with County departments and external partners to reduce illegal dumping in unincorporated areas and to host community shred, e-waste, and litter pick up events. 

• Design and conduct community outreach and education programs on recycling and SB 1383 organics diversion requirements.   

• Serve as regional liaison and SBWMA Technical Advisory Committee member, contribute to long range planning for waste management infrastructure and innovative solutions, and support disaster debris planning and emergency response efforts. 

• Other duties as assigned.  

 
The IDEAL CANDIDATE will have:  

• Demonstrated program management experience in setting strategic direction, delivering results-oriented programs, mentoring, and managing staff, and establishing and managing a multi-million-dollar budget to meet defined outcomes. 

• Experience managing and leading waste management and reduction programs and a strong understanding of solid waste management, recycling and composting, source reduction, public policy, or solid waste code enforcement. 

• Working knowledge of various state solid waste mandates including, but not limited to: SB 1383, AB 939, AB 1826, and AB 341. 

• Experience with administering franchise agreements, franchise fees and associated revenues, setting garbage rates and compliance with Proposition 218 requirements.  

• A high level of political astuteness and the ability to navigate sensitive issues with integrity and tact with elected officials, regional partners, and community leaders and members. 

• A highly strategic and collaborative approach to leadership. 

• A record of strong project management leading the development of work plans and managing resources to bring projects to successful completion. 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively frame and communicate complex concepts for different audiences, orally and in writing. 

• Ability to build strategic partnerships within the organization, with regional partners, and with the community. 

• Experience with community problem resolution, policy development, and facilitating large public processes or projects with an active, highly engaged community.  

• A commitment to providing excellent customer service to the community, a passion for public service, and the ability to work with highly diverse communities in an effective and respectful manner.  

• A broad knowledge of trends and technical information on waste management and reduction strategies.  

• A minimum of eight years of increasingly responsible experience managing sustainability programs and staff, including direct and indirect supervision over professional, technical, support, contract, and volunteer staff. 

Examples of Duties 

Duties may include, but are not limited to the follow: 

• Plan, administer, and coordinate the activities of assigned professional and technical staff involved in work of the Waste Reduction Special Districts team. 

• Administer, monitor, renew Franchise Agreements with haulers. 

• Oversee and administer waste franchise fees, set garbage rates and administer associated revenues, in compliance with Proposition 218 requirements.  

• Work closely with staff to develop strategic, program and project implementation plans for the Waste Reduction Special Districts team. 

• Plan, develop, and monitor the Waste Reduction Special Districts budget. 

• Effectively and regularly interface with waste haulers, landfill and transfer station operators, County department partners, and community members and organizations to engender support and collaboration for the team initiatives. 

• Assure compliance with federal, state, local and other pertinent mandates, laws, codes, rules, regulations, and agreements within assigned area. 

• Serve as a representative or assign representatives to serve on related boards, commissions, committees, and community groups. 

• Develop, negotiate, and monitor grants. 

• Prepare and review comprehensive reports, letters, and other written materials. Make public presentations, conduct outreach, training and/or public education as necessary. 

• Serve as primary subject matter expert in the assigned area to the County, external agencies, businesses, community groups and the public. 

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for Waste Reduction Special Districts programs.  

• Coordinate programs, projects and activities within the assigned area that cross over major areas of the section or across teams. 

• Apply an understanding of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impacts on underserved and underrepresented communities into project design and implementation to better serve all county residents. 

• Provide leadership and promote teamwork while managing sustainability programs and staff. 

• Manage and participate in personnel actions for the department including selection, performance planning, discipline, training. and development. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience: 
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  

• A typical way to qualify is eight years of experience in the field of resource conservation which has included program implementation and coordination. 

  
Knowledge of: 

• Supervisory principles and practices. 

• Principles and practices of program planning, implementation, and evaluation. 

• Principles and practices of contract management. 

• Principles, best practices, and trends in solid waste management, specifically in organic waste, waste reduction, enforcement, and waste collection. 

• Pertinent laws, codes, and regulations.  

• Principles and practices of Solid Waste Franchise Agreements. 

• Principles and practices of developing public information programs and materials. 

• Records management and reporting practices. 

  
Skill/Ability to:  

• Establish program priorities, effectively manage resources, and ensure successful program outcomes while mentoring and coaching junior staff. 

• Coordinate and manage complex projects involving competing interests and objectives, build multi-disciplinary project teams that do not include direct reports, and delegate and coordinate assignments. 

• Mentor staff in developing their project management skills. 

• Recruit, onboard, and manage staff, and inspire employee engagement. 

• Manage public processes.  

• Engage with local public interest groups. 

• Manage outside agencies, consultants, and vendors; coordinate, collaborate and facilitate meetings; and serve as the representative of the Department in meetings involving regional projects, policies, or procedures. 

• Facilitate the role of the County as a Governing Board for waste services of unincorporated Special District (North Fair Oaks). 

• Define organizational structure.  

• Maintain effective working relationships with regulatory agencies, municipalities, boards and commissions, state, and county officials and/or various special interest groups and the public. 

• Navigate public procurement and contracting process and apply best practices. 

• Work with others with a high degree of tact and courtesy, deal effectively with people in difficult or controversial situations, and work with diverse audiences. 

• Monitor progress through collecting qualitative and quantitative data. 

• Work with community-based organizations, including facilitation, outreach, and engagement, and working in communities with a focus on equity. 

• Communicate both written and orally across multiple disciplines (for example, engineering, construction, regulatory, community). 

• Manage several responsibilities simultaneously. 

• Write and/or administer grants. 

ABOUT DEPARTMENT OF SUSTAINABILITY 
Formed in July 2014, the Sustainability Department strives to improve the sustainability of the County’s operations and the greater community through work in areas of renewable energy and energy efficiency, resource conservation, active transportation, climate resiliency, affordable housing, and greenhouse gas emission reductions. 
  
Here at the Sustainability Department we: 

• Are passionate about protecting and saving the environment, while serving our community. 

• Are committed to delivering effective and outcome-oriented programs and services to the communities we serve. 

• Are compassionate and empathetic to the needs of our colleagues, community members, and stakeholders. 

• Are committed to increasing racial equity, diversity, and inclusion through our work. 

• Actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase equity in our programs. 

• Value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. 

• Take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting and hiring. 

  
We know work isn't only about what you do; it’s also about who you work for and with! The Sustainability Department has a fun and empowering work environment that supports a work-life balance, including: 

• Flexible, hybrid work schedule opportunities.  

• Wellness classes and resources to promote a healthy mind and body. 

• Generous benefits package. 

• Subsidy of up to $150 per month to cover the costs of public transit, vanpooling, carpooling, and bike and scooter share, or up to $480 per year for walking, biking, or carpooling to work.  

• At least 20 hours of training provided annually. 

APPLICATION /EXAMINATION 

Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential or Management extra-help/limited term, or SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.   

Application Materials 
The following are required to be submitted: 

1. Regular online employment application form and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire 

2. Cover letter expressing interest in the position 

3. Resume 

Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button.  If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org to apply.  

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification.  
 
All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given online, and applicants must participate at their own expense. 
 
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE 

Application Deadline:  May 20, 2024, by 11:59 PM 

Application Screening:  May 21-22, 2024 

Civil Service Panel Interviews (virtual):  May 28 and 29, 2024 

Departmental/Finalist Interviews (in person): June 4 and/or 6, 2024 

Applications are being accepted for the position of Environmental Compliance Inspector I with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  May 28, 2024, 5:00 P.M. OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 100 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THE CITY OFFERS AN ATTRACTIVE BENEFIT PACKAGE, AS WELL AS CALPERS RETIREMENT PLAN AND SOCIAL SECURITY PARTICIPATION.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 66,185 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, including 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

THE WATER QUALITY CONTROL PLANT:

The Water Quality Control Plant (WQCP) processes wastewater discharge for the cities of South San Francisco, San Bruno and the Town of Colma. The Water Quality Control Plant is a division of the Public Works Department staffed by 38 employees including: Plant Superintendent and Assistant Plant Superintendent of WQCP; Maintenance, Laboratory and Environment Compliance Supervisors; Senior Chemist; Chemist; Lead Plant Mechanics; Plant Mechanics; Lead Plant Operators; Plant Operators; Electricians; Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector; Environmental Compliance Inspectors, Utility Workers, and two Administrative Assistants.

The City of Sebastopol is seeking professional leadership - Is it YOU?

We are now accepting applications for a

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Salary: $13,064 - $15,878 Monthly

4 / 10 work schedule onsite

Plus an outstanding benefits package

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Sebastopol is seeking an engaging, inclusive, and talented leader who is well-versed in current and long-range planning, affordable housing, and development activities, including economic development. The Community Development Director oversees all functions and activities of the Community Development Department.  The current focus is on planning and economic development activities.  In the future, the position's duties may also include oversight of the City's building, inspection, and code enforcement functions. 

This position coordinates Community Development Department activities with other City departments, officials, contractors, consultants, outside agencies, and the public to ensure cohesive and efficient development and planning processes. The Community Development Director reflects a demonstrative cultural competency collaborating with all community members regardless of cultural differences or circumstances including race, ethnicity, religion, language, gender identity, age, marital and familial status, sexual orientation, diverse physical and learning abilities, socioeconomic status, and other identities. This position provides highly responsible and complex professional consult to the City Manager to advance the City's planning, housing, economic development, and building and development goals and objectives and may serve as the City Manager or Assistant City Manager in either manager’s absence or as assigned. Performs related duties as assigned.

This is an “at will” classification serving at the pleasure of and receiving administrative direction from the City Manager. This role's duties allow for a broad scope of independent decision-making within legal, policy, and regulatory guidelines. It involves exercising general direction and supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is Looking for an Environmental Compliance Inspector

Why Join our Department?

The Public Works Department is comprised of Regulatory Compliance, Engineering, Field Maintenance, Facilities/Fleet, Wastewater Treatment, and Asset Management Divisions.  Each division is led by one of two Deputy Directors, who report to the Director of Public Works.  The department is responsible for the City’s major capital projects and infrastructure including streets, street lights, traffic signals, publicly owned facilities, sewer and storm conveyance systems, wastewater treatment plant, pump stations, a major lagoon, dams, and levees; as well as solid waste and environmental programs.  The Department is responsible for regulatory compliance related to Stormwater, Pretreatment, Solid Waste, and other environmental programs, as well as public outreach to raise awareness to the general public and other stakeholders about these issues.

The Public Works Department is committed to high performance standards, utilizing best practices relative to performance management and team-oriented approaches.  Our mission is to enhance the community and its environment by providing sustainable stewardship and innovative approaches to Public Works services.

Look to some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GTIzeSpc_g

What You’ll Do

The Environmental Compliance Inspector performs inspections and sampling of industrial, commercial and residential sources of discharge to the City’s sanitary sewer and storm drain systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; inspects hazardous materials storage areas; responds to reports of illicit discharges; performs water quality testing; and conducts public outreach activities.  This classification is distinguished from all other technical and professional classifications in the City by its specialized assignments in support of a variety of environmental compliance programs.  The duties of the class involve courteous, effective and tactful interaction with the community to ensure compliance with wastewater and stormwater discharge regulations.  Persons assigned to this class perform or assist in performing all functions associated with the City’s Source Control (Pretreatment and Pollution Prevention) and Stormwater programs.  This position reports to the Regulatory Compliance Manager or higher level department personnel.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org

The Department: 
 The Assistant City Clerk’s Office/City Manager’s Office is recruiting to fill a Deputy City Clerk. The Assistant City Clerk’s Office is organized under the City Clerk’s Office.  The Office of the Assistant City Clerk processes the agendas for and attends all meetings of the Council and Authorities Concurrent and Stadium Authority meetings, maintains accurate and up-to-date records of the proceedings of those meetings and makes those records open for public inspection. The Office of the Assistant City Clerk processes and maintains copies of City contracts, ordinances, resolutions and other official documents. The Office of the Assistant City Clerk manages and compiles City records in accordance with the Records Retention Schedule and in response to Public Records Act requests. The Office of the Assistant City Clerk administers campaign and disclosure laws, the Campaign Finance Ordinance, Regulation of Lobbying Activities program and the Calendars of Certain City Officials program. The Office of the Assistant City Clerk also administers oaths of affirmation pertaining to the affairs and business of the City and certifies copies of official records.
 
 The Position: 
 The Deputy City Clerk will report to the Assistant City Clerk and perform highly complex administrative and analytical work. This position will assist the Assistant City Clerk in the administration of the City Clerk's Office. The incumbent will assist in developing, implementing and coordinating projects, programs and procedures. This position is responsible for assisting with Public Record Act (PRA) requests and this position will also support projects and programs within the City Manager’s Office. Incumbents in this position will have considerable independence in making judgment related to their assignments and must handle situations with great sensitivity, tact and diplomacy. May supervise or act as lead worker to staff involved in management activities.  
 
As a member of the City's unclassified service, this is an "at-will" position. The incumbent serves at the discretion of the City Manager.

Additional Information: 
Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
 
Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of May 31, 2024 at 4:00 PM. First consideration of applicants will be reviewed on May 10, 2024.  Candidates are encouraged to apply by the first review date.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW.  IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS.  ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW. 
 
The annual salary range for this position is $119,994.36 - $155,300.16.  This position will be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.  

Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any education or experience equivalent to:

• An Associate of Arts degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or closely related field; and
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible supervisory or lead administrative/management experience in a City Clerk's Office. 

• A Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or possession of a Certified Municipal Clerk certification or required within two (2) years of hire.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.  
 
The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov.

To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks, signs, water meters, sewers, storm drains, pump stations and tree maintenance. 

The purpose of this recruitment is to hire a Temporary / Part-Time position.  Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications for the Maintenance Worker I position may be considered for employment as an Intern.  Temporary / Part-Time employees work no more than 130 hours per month AND 960 hours per fiscal year. Typical work schedule will be three 8-hour shifts per week, excluding weekends and evenings.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The Ideal Candidate for this position should have previous Road Maintenance experience; sidewalks, driveways, roads, curbs, and gutters, although not required. The Ideal Candidate will be able to follow directions, demonstrate good communication skills (orally and in writing), be flexible, arrive on time, have good attendance, a positive attitude, be able to work independently with limited supervision, and a willingness to take on and learn new skills. Possessing a Class B commercial Driver’s license is desired, though not required upon hire. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Operate a variety of light and moderately heavy construction and maintenance equipment including such pieces as a loader, dump truck, water truck, rubber-tired and steel rollers, rubber-tired tractor with all attachments (except backhoe attachment), striping equipment, and trencher in order to perform a variety of routine construction and maintenance operations.  Spread asphalt in patching and repairing streets.  Use concrete cutting equipment; operate a jackhammer; pour and finish concrete; construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry work.  Paint and install traffic markings on streets, crosswalks, parking lots, and curbs; operate a striping truck; manufacture and install traffic signs and remove signs no longer required.  Install and remove traffic control barricades and cones.  Assist in a variety of tree maintenance activities including low limb, stump routing, tree watering, and tree planting.  Utilize proper safety precautions and comply with policies and procedures in the Department Illness and Injury Prevention Program.  Operate equipment and vehicles with possession of all necessary licenses and certificates.  Regular and consistent attendance.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Respond to inquiries from the general public.  Clean storm grates and drains.  Perform work in emergency situations as required.  Perform minor and preventive maintenance on paint spraying equipment, compressors, sprayers, compactors, and other construction equipment.  Work cooperatively with others.  Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Maintenance Worker I

Education:  High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience:  One (1) year of work experience in construction or related field.

License or Certificate:  Possession of a valid California Driver's License required upon hire.  Class B permit and DMV Medical Certification are required within three months of hire.  A valid Class B California driver's license, Completion of Work Zone Safety certification issued by the International Municipal Signal Association, First Aid and CPR Certifications required prior to permanent appointment.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.gov/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5PM on Friday, May 24, 2024.  Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted.  

Review Process:  Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.  All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.  Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.

SALARY

Maintenance Worker I          
$21.12 – $26.96 per hour

Intern                                      
$16.50 – $20.50 per hour

Offered position and starting salary based on education, training and years of experience

BENEFITS

The pay cycle is bi-weekly.  With the exception of worker's compensation coverage and sick leave accrual, no other benefits compensations are provided. Employees must contribute 1.45% of salary to Medicare and 7.5% to a retirement plan in accordance with Federal Law.

This position is Temporary / Part-Time, working no more than 130 hours per month and no more than 960 hours per Fiscal Year.

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.  The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Burlingame's Public Works Department is accepting applications for the positions of Street Maintenance & Sewer Collection System Operator Trainee/Water System Operator Trainee (formerly Maintenance Worker I)

Our diverse family of employees welcomes you to apply. We are a small city that gets a lot done, and each member of our team is vital to our success as an organization.

We recently asked our employees what they enjoyed most about working for the City of Burlingame, and their responses fell into five general categories:

• Colleagues
• Community
• Location
• The Work
• The Benefits

Browse the Burlingame Welcome Brochure below for more information about why employees love working here.

DEFINITION

Under close supervision, performs a variety of routine, heavy labor and unskilled manual tasks; learns to perform the more skilled tasks of the assigned division; and operates motorized equipment in a training capacity.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level class for Water System Operator and Street Maintenance & Sewer Collection System Operator positions in both the Water and Street, Sewer & Downtown Divisions.  Employees hired in either of these positions may reasonably expect promotion to the Water System Operator or Street Maintenance & Sewer Collection System Operator classes upon completion of one year's satisfactory service, completion of probation, and for the Streets, Storm Drains and Sewer Divisions, obtaining a class B driver’s license, passing a CWEA Grade 1 test, and for the Water Division, passing a DHS Grade D-1 test.

Street, Sewer & Downtown Division

Essential Duties:

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.

Other Duties: Serves as flag person when working in traffic and works in confined spaces.

Water Division

Essential Duties:

Assists in laying pipe and water lines; assists in making taps and connections to mains; assists in the maintenance of mechanical equipment; cleans mechanical equipment and maintains basic tools used on the job.

Other Duties: Serve as flag person when working in traffic; read water meters and assist water service worker; work in confined spaces.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification.)     

Knowledge of: 

Uses and purposes of designated hand tools employed in basic laboring work, safety precautions and practices, basic math and sufficient English to follow instructions and learn to write work reports.

Ability to:

Learn safety practices necessary in working on public thoroughfares; learn geography of the city; read and interpret plans and city block book maps; take notes and instructions and complete them accordingly; learn to perform semi-skilled and skilled duties in the assigned division. 

Skills: 

Ability to safely and efficiently use air and hand tools, hydraulic tools, jackhammers, and power and automotive equipment in a training capacity.

License: 

Possession of a valid Class C driver's license issued by the DMV, and the ability to obtain a Class B driver's license upon the end of a one-year probationary period.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Street, Sewer & Downtown Division

Ability to perform heavy manual labor including lifting and carrying heavy objects for short distances weighing up to ninety (90) pounds, including manhole covers; 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 for short distances weighing up to 90-pounds 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; perform pick and shovel work in digging, widening and backfilling.

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.