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The Community

The City of Lathrop serves more than 24,000 residents and is one of Northern California’s fastest growing communities. It is strategically centered between the Stockton, Manteca, and Tracy submarkets within San Joaquin County.

A dynamic executive leadership team guides City staff to deliver services to Lathrop’s growing community. As a result of careful stewardship, the City operates in a strong and stable financial environment.

The City of Lathrop is a full-service city with police services provided through contractual agreement and fire service  provided by a separate special district. In addition to the standard city departments and functions, Lathrop has an active Development Team that deals with many of the growth related issues.

The Organization

The City of Lathrop incorporated in 1989 and operates in a Council-Manager form of government. The Lathrop City Council is comprised of five members, including the directly elected Mayor and four Councilmembers. This vibrant organization enjoys a strong, collaborative, and open setting.  Lathrop has developed a long-range strategy to ensure a strong financial position for short and long-term stability.

The Position

The Utility and Street Maintenance Superintendent is a management level position in the Public Works Department that reports to the Assistant Public Works Director, or designee.  The individual is responsible for direct and indirect supervision of the utility and maintenance staff.  Areas of responsibility include building maintenance, street maintenance, infrastructure, water distribution and wastewater collection systems. 

Essential Functions

• Responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating, the work activities of operations staff; responsible for the construction, maintenance, repair and/or operation of streets, storm drains, streetlights and signals, sidewalks, and the water distribution and wastewater collection systems;
• Develops policies & procedures and makes recommendations for projects and programs; develops and maintains short and long-range maintenance schedules for assigned areas of responsibility; 
• Participates in the selection, training and evaluation of assigned personnel; initiates disciplinary procedures as is appropriate;
• Prepares technical and/or analytical reports on operations as necessary; participates in budget preparation; administers and monitors approved budgets; reviews and monitors purchase orders; participates in the equipment procurement process; monitors and controls supplies and equipment;
• Assists in the preparation of the Department's Capital Improvement Program; develops and completes annual street slurry seal and street maintenance programs; develops and implements annual curb, gutter, and sidewalk replacement program;
• Responds to the more difficult questions and concerns from the general public, contractors, vendors, and outside agencies; provides information as appropriate and resolves public service or operational complaints;
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the functions of a Utility and Maintenance Superintendent.  A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of:

• Possess the equivalent of four years of increasingly responsible experience in public works, parks or facilities maintenance, construction, and/or contract administration, including three years as a lead worker or supervisor of maintenance activity, and a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• Work independently and able to take initiative
• Strong management skills
• Ability to multi-task

License and Training

• California Class C Driver’s license. 
• Initial training - CA Title 22 Hazardous Waste Generator Training (4 hour), DOT Hazmat Shipper Function Specific Training (4 hour), Site Specific Emergency Response Contingency Plan Action Guide Training (2 hour), HAZCOM Training (2 hour), HAZWOPER Initial Training (4024 hour), HAZWOPER Supervisor Training (8 hour).
• Annual Refresher - CA Title 22 Hazardous Waste Generator Training (4 hour), Site Specific Emergency Response Contingency Plan Action Guide Training (2 hour), HAZCOM Training (2 hour), HAZWOPER Refresher Training (8 hour).
• Refresher - DOT Hazmat Shipper Function Specific Training (4 hour) required every 3 years.

FILING DEADLINE: TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 2019 @ 5:00 P.M. OR UNTIL 50 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS RECEIVED

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for several Correctional Officer positions in the Sheriff’s Department. Under continuing supervision incumbents perform a wide variety of support in two areas: corrections, in which incumbents ensure the security, safety and care of individuals in custody; and bailiff, in which incumbents ensure the safety and security of the courts and their personnel during court proceedings; and perform related work as assigned. Incumbents may be assigned to either County Jail security or Court security.

Two and a half percent (2.5%) increase to base salary effective the last pay period in April 2019

The City of Salinas is accepting applications for Public Service Maintenance Worker I. The current vacancy is in the Street Maintenance Division.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All applicants must provide a copy of diploma/GED at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department prior to the final filing date. Applications are incomplete without the required document.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE (subject to change):

Week of April 1, 2019 – Exam process

DEFINITION: Under immediate supervision, to perform a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of streets, sidewalks, signs, sewers, storm drains, pump stations, or traffic systems. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the entry-level class in the Public Service Maintenance Worker class series.  Positions in this class will usually perform most of the duties required of Maintenance Workers II but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent direction and judgment on matters related to work procedures and methods.  Work is directly supervised while in progress and fits a structured and established pattern.  Generally, changes in procedures or exceptions are explained in detail as they arise.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:  Receives direct supervision from higher-level maintenance personnel.  Technical or functional supervision is also provided by higher-level maintenance personnel.  New employees typically receive immediate supervision progressing to general supervision with training and experience.  Exercises no supervision.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: Duties may include, but are not limited, to the following: Perform street maintenance duties; operate construction and maintenance equipment such as trucks, tractors, sweepers, skip loaders and paving and grinding equipment for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving streets, sidewalks, gutters, sewer lines, and drainage channels. Use concrete cutting and breaking equipment; operate a jackhammer; pour and finish concrete, construct concrete forms and perform rough carpentry work.  Apply traffic markings on streets, cross walks, parking lots and curbs.  Manufacture and install traffic signs and remove signs no longer required.  Design and manufacture special signs for municipal facilities.  Spread asphalt in patching and repairing streets. Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment as assigned.  Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.  Maintain inventory of traffic safety related supplies.  Place and remove traffic safety devices and barricades as needed.  Perform emergency and non‑emergency duties related public infrastructure maintenance work as required.  Apply herbicides in accordance with approved safety procedures.  Participate in and perform confined space entries.  Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of:  Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment. Safe work practices. Ability to:  Perform unskilled and semi‑skilled tasks in a variety of construction and maintenance activities.  Perform heavy manual labor.  Understand and carry out oral and written directions.  Maintain cooperative working relationships with others.  Promote the mission, values, and standards of an effective organization, particularly in the area of customer service.  Obtain a Class “B” or Class “A” Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements, as required, within six (6) months of appointment. Skills to:  Perform a variety of construction tasks including asphalt and concrete work and rough carpentry. Operate vehicles, equipment, and tools.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Physical mobility and stamina to stand and walk for long periods of time, and to walk over uneven surfaces. Physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, climb, stoop and reach overhead. Physical strength to lift up to 90 pounds with assistance. Manual dexterity requiring repetitive motion sufficient to use hand and power tools.  Hearing and speaking ability sufficient to converse over the telephone, two-way radio and in person often over the noise of machinery and traffic, to detect and describe noises in machinery or to hear running water. Vision sufficient to read fine printed materials on labels, manuals, maps, diagrams, to work with color-coded wires with no color deficiencies, and to drive. Safely wear self-contained breathing apparatus; and safely work in confined spaces.  Detect odors. Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Perform heavy manual labor for periods up to but not limited to 8 hours per day. Willingness and ability to work under adverse conditions such as in confined and awkward spaces, in and around raw and treated wastewater, in heavy traffic, and in potentially hazardous areas.  Work outdoors under adverse conditions at night, in heat, wind, cold and rain.

License or Certificate:  Possession of a valid California Class “C” Driver's License.  Obtain a Class “B” or Class “A” Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements, as required, within six (6) months of appointment.

Education and Experience:  An example of the education and experience which most likely demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the duties would be any combination equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade and one year of performing paving and maintenance operations involving streets, sidewalks, gutters, sewer lines, and drainage channels.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants’ qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, oral interview, performance exam and/or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION.  Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.  

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Salinas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability.  Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement.  Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.

SALARY STEPS: Appointments are normally made at the first step.  Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of a six-month probationary period. (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a six-month probationary period). 3/11/19 pp

Join the Menlo Park Public Works Maintenance Division!

The Maintenance Division provides many of the basic services that affect the daily lives of everyone who lives, works, visits and commutes within the City. The Maintenance Division provides support to all City departments and provides service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to address emergencies during non-working hours. The Maintenance Division is responsible for the following five programs; Trees, Parks, Streets, Fleet and Water. The Maintenance Division is located in the City's Corporation Yard.

This is your opportunity to join the Facilities section.

THE POSITION
To perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water lines, sewers, storm drains, and pump stations.  The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy in the Sanitary Sewer/Storm Drainage Systems Division, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.  Initial position and salary of the selected candidate will be based on previous work experience and valid licenses/certificates. 

Applications submitted for this recruitment will not be used for the Utilities Maintenance Worker I/II: Water Distribution Assignment or any other recruitment.  You must submit a separate application and supplemental questionnaire for each recruitment.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The City of Woodland is looking to fill multiple Utilities Maintenance Worker I/II positions in the Public Works Sanitary Sewer/Storm Drainage Systems Division.  The Ideal Candidate for the current vacancy is someone who has a good understanding of all aspects of underground sewer/stormwater maintenance and repairs, and is familiar with the operation of light and heavy equipment.  This position requires a “team player” with good interpersonal, time management, and communication skills.  Candidate must be able to follow direction and display good judgment, as well as be organized, flexible, approachable, resourceful, and a positive team contributor.  Current and valid collections certifications and Class A/B commercial driver’s license are a plus.

Utilities Maintenance Worker I: This is the entry level class in the Utilities Maintenance Worker series. The Utilities Maintenance Worker I may often perform many of the duties required of Utilities Maintenance Workers II but is not expected to have the depth of experience, skill level and certifications of the Utilities Maintenance Worker II. As a result, the Utilities Maintenance Worker I will have fewer opportunities to exercise independent discretion and judgment on matters related to work procedures and methods.

Utilities Maintenance Worker II: This is the Journey level in the Utilities Maintenance Worker series. This class differs from Utilities Maintenance Worker I in that incumbents perform more complex maintenance duties including working independently, exercising judgment, and operating the full range of tools and mechanical equipment related to a specific assignment. The Utilities Maintenance Worker II may also be expected to assist in the oversight and training of less experienced personnel. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level, or by candidates with prior work experience elsewhere.

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, steel rollers, High Velocity Vacuum Cleaner, mole trencher, and rubber-tired tractor with all attachments in order to perform a variety of routine construction and maintenance operations. Operate fork lift as assigned and trained. Perform general maintenance and repair on storm and wastewater collection facilities including installation, testing, and backfill of service laterals. Within the sewer and stormwater collections division, employees will be expected to use the Closed Circuit Television Truck, sewer cable machine, flush sewer laterals and mains, assist in sewer tap installations, clean storm drain lines and catch basins.  All Utilities Maintenance Worker I/II will operate equipment and vehicles with possession of all necessary licenses and certificates, utilize proper safety precautions related to all performed work and comply with the policies and procedures in the department Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP). Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position, in that employee must be present to work on facilities and equipment impacting the public’s health and safety.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Respond to inquires from the general public. Prepare as built sketches, when required to convey information to engineering for graphic documentation. Check water meters for proper operation; troubleshoot registers and repair. Initiate and discontinue water service to customer accounts as directed. Operate telemetering and flow monitoring equipment. Work cooperatively with others. Perform related duties as assigned. Both Assignments will require employees to be “On Call” as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Utilities Maintenance Worker I:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.  Courses in, or graduation from, the American Public Works Association’s Public Works Institute is desirable

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

License and Certificate:  Requires possession of a California State Drinking Water Operator Certification Program (DWOCP) Grade I Water Distribution Operator (D1) and a Grade I Wastewater Collections System Maintenance certificate issued by California Water Environment Association prior to permanent appointment. A Pipeline Assessment and Certification Program certificate issued by the National Association of Sewer System Companies (NASSCO) is desirable.  Requires possession of a valid California Driver's License. A Class B Driver’s permit and DMV Medical Certification are required within three (3) months of hire. Prior to permanent appointment employee must obtain a valid Class B Driver's License, a Work Zone Safety certification issued by the International Municipal Signal Association, First Aid and CPR certifications, Competent Person certification, and Confined Space certification.

Utilities Maintenance Worker II:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.  Courses in, or graduation from, the American Public Works Association’s Public Works Institute is desirable

Experience: One (1) year of experience performing duties comparable to those of a Utilities Maintenance Worker I.

License and Certificate: Requires possession of a California State (DWOCP) Grade I Water Distribution Operator (D1) and a Grade II Wastewater Collections System Maintenance certificate issued by California Water Environment Association upon hire. Requires all of the certifications necessary for a Utilities Maintenance Worker I and possession of a valid Class B California Driver's License with Tank and Air Brake Endorsement upon hire.

APPLICATION

Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.org/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5:00 p.m., Monday, April 1, 2019.  Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered.  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 days prior to the event.

Panel Interviews are tentatively scheduled for April 17, 2019 at City Hall.

The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Crossing Guard position is a temporary position, approximately five hours per day, two hours in the morning and three hours in the afternoon, Monday through Friday.  Crossing Guards work a school year (September thru June).  Applicants must be able to work outdoors, have reliable transportation or ability to report to assignment consistently.

Crossing Guards work under the general direction of the Parking Operations Lead Community Service Officer with the Seal Beach Police Department.  Based on the needs of the City, a flexible schedule may be assigned for either a morning or afternoon shift or a combination thereof, or for specific week days, based on the availability of the Crossing Guards and at the discretion of the Parking Operations Lead Community Service Officer. 

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

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.  Faxes, emails or postmarks will not be accepted.  Appointment is subject to any or all of the following:  reference check, fingerprinting, comprehensive physical examination including drug screening. If selected, incumbent will be required to submit written identification proving eligibility to work in the United States.

Any qualified individual with a disability must provide reasonable notice to the City prior to the testing process that reasonable accommodation is required. 

The City of Thousand Oaks has a terrific job opportunity in the Street Division of the Public Works Department.

Primary responsibilities:

• Perform skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, repair and cleaning of streets, curbs, gutters, storm drains and related structures

• Perform heavy manual labor in the removal, repair and finish of concrete and asphalt work

• Operate and maintain a variety of maintenance and construction equipment including hand and power tools and light, medium and heavy motorized equipment

• Conduct traffic control when working in traffic areas of the City; install street barricades and cones; direct and control traffic around work sites

• Maintain records of work performed

Note: Work Schedule – 4/40 (Monday – Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Performs after-hours emergency work on an “as needed” basis and on-call duties on a rotating basis.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of Public Safety Dispatcher with an energetic and highly motivated individual who possesses excellent customer service, technical and interpersonal skills.

 
Under general supervision of the Senior Public Safety Dispatcher, processes emergency and non-emergency calls for service; dispatches police, fire-fighting, medical, rescue, animal control or other emergency equipment, by telephone or radio, utilizing complex technical aids, such as computer aided dispatch systems (CAD); and performs related work as required.

The minimum qualifications required for this position are: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; and Two years of experience within the last five years dispatching police and/or fire services for a public safety agency utilizing contemporary dispatching technical tools, including computer aided dispatching systems; or successful completion of probation as a Public Safety Dispatcher-in-Training with the City of Sunnyvale.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application, responses to the required supplemental questions and a current (dated within one year of application) typing certificate verifying 35 or more net words per minute (online typing certificates will not be accepted). The position opens January 24, 2019 and is open continuous.

For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $89,163.15 - $108,378.40 Annually