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DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The salary ranges for Environment Inspector I and II are:

Environmental Inspector I - $77,750.40 - $94,411.20

Environmental Inspector II - $85,737.60 - $104,228.80

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the base salary, employees in the Environment Inspector I/II classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

The Department of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement, Code Enforcement Division, is hiring an Environmental Inspector I/II in its Local Enforcement Agency (LEA) Program. This environmental professional is one of four members of San José's CalRecycle, State Certified Local Enforcement Agency. This position will be responsible for facility inspections of Solid Waste Permitted facilities to assure compliance with State Public Resource Codes and California Code of Regulations Titles 14 & 27, complaint investigations, enforcement activities, random gas monitoring at closed landfills, and review and approval of Solid Waste Facility Permits and technical documents.

The incumbent will be expected to maintain positive and open communication with facility operators, other City, County, State Agencies and to attend required training(s).

Typical duties for this position include but are not limited to:

-Inspects open landfill, materials recovery facilities, closed landfill sites, composting operations, construction & demolition debris recycling facilities for compliance with Federal, State and Local Regulations.

-Intake, review, determine if technical documents/applications are complete and correct per State Regulations.

-Consult with LEA supervisor and CalRecycle to determine appropriate enforcement actions to take against facility owner/operator per investigations.

-Prepare and present enforcement case violations to the City of San José and LEA hearing officer for further actions.

-Provide education on program policies and regulations at community meetings (SWEP, CEQA, etc.), technical conferences, Division Code Enforcement Academy, etc. as needed/requested by management.

-Participate in developing and implementing policies, procedures and technical protocol specific to the LEA program.

-May be responsible for the application, completion and/or monitoring of the annual EA grant to CalRecycle.

-Must learn and become proficient in the CalRecycle Solid Waste Information System (SWIS) processes/procedures and Decade Envision Connect procedures.

-Respond to and investigate odor complaints relating to compost facilities within the designated areas immediately or within the same day the complaint was received.

-May be assigned to responsibilities associated with annual updates to the Environmental Enforcement Plan (EPP). Provide ongoing monitoring to ensure all approved changes are updated immediately, formatted per CalRecycle recommendations and sent to CalRecycle for EPP update.

-Required to participate in the Annual Medical Monitoring Program to assure proper health and fitness are monitored and maintained to do the job. -Maintain daily activity log, daily record keeping updates of pertinent facility documents to maintain a complete facility history.

-Work with LEA supervisor and CalRecycle to enforce regulations/conditions specific to SWFP and associated technical documents.

-Draft and issue solid waste facility permits for new sites and revise permits at existing facilities when there are changes as well as perform five years of all permitted facilities.

-Prepares enforcement cases for the City and district attorneys, including preparing analytical data reports and interpreting analyzing, data laws, rules and regulations.

-Responds to emergency spills, overseas cleanup, ensures clean up compliance.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. 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.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 

     * Please describe your experience in environmental inspection and/or environmental consulting experience in assessing industrial, commercial, residential, and/or institutional facilities for compliance with Federal, State, or local codes OR equivalent experience in laboratory work, hazardous materials, or process control. In your response, specify your years of experience, the type of experience (i.e: experience working for Local Enforcement Agency), the employers and employment dates. Your response should be consistent with your work history.

     * Please describe your experience with solving a problem at work, including how you arrived at your recommendation to resolve it and what was the outcome?

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

If you have questions about the duties of this position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Manjit Atwal at Manjit.atwal@sanjoseca.gov. 

THE PROCESS

This temporary, part-time position is available now and is expected to continue through June 30, 2020. The position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. To be considered for this opportunity, please apply online through www.calopps.org. Responses to supplemental questions are required with the online application.

THE POSITION

The Park Maintenance Worker I will work in the Parks Division within the Public Works Department, performing semi-skilled and skilled labor to: maintain turf, trees, shrubs, groundcover, top dressings, irrigation systems, playground equipment, park furnishings, restrooms, and sport field equipment; operate and understands basic maintenance procedures for various power turf equipment, including but not limited to mowers of various sizes, edgers, blowers, chainsaws, and related equipment as required; perform a wide variety of skilled tasks involving the use of power equipment and hand tools in the areas of park and grounds maintenance, irrigation system installation, programming, and maintenance, tree/shrub trimming maintenance; perform the installation, maintenance and repair of various parks and grounds improvements, planting and trimming of trees/shrubs; understand fertilizer and herbicide products and application related to turf and ornamental plant care; and may performs other related duties as assigned.

The normal work schedule will be 20 hours per week (0.5 FTE), with the specific schedule determined based on the needs of the Division. The ideal candidate should like working cooperatively to accomplish established work goals and have an interest in providing the public with exceptional customer service. Attention to detail and commitment to safety requirements and practices are essential.

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Worker is assigned to the Streets and Sewers Division of the Public Works Department and is responsible for performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks and operating power-driven road maintenance or construction equipment and trucks.

Examples of duties include:

• Operation and maintenance of power-driven street, sewer, and construction equipment
• Cleaning of sewer lines and storm drains
• Performance of concrete work and other construction and street resurfacing projects

ABOUT MILL VALLEY:

The Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin (SASM) is a joint powers authority (JPA) that provides wastewater collection, treatment, water reclamation, and disposal for 30,000 Southern Marin residents. The City of Mill Valley, a member of the JPA, provides staff and administration for SASM.

SASM is located along the waterfront in Mill Valley in close proximity to Highway 101, San Francisco, nature preserves, and iconic recreational areas.

Mill Valley has grown from a small mill town to the modern full-service city it is today. With almost 150 full-time employees and an annual operating budget of $42 million, the City of Mill Valley prides itself on efficient, effective and courteous service delivery with a commitment to operational excellence.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

A newly created position, the Lead Mechanic/Electrical and Instrumentation Technician will be at the forefront of the plant’s maintenance operations and critical to the success of the recent multi-million-dollar renovation.

Under general supervision, the Lead Mechanic/Electrical and Instrumentation Technician performs a variety of skilled journey-level mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical and instrumentation tasks at the wastewater treatment plant and related facilities. This position also assists with the supervision of the maintenance team and provides leadership in the field.

Examples of important and essential duties include (but are not limited to):

• Programs, configures, and analyzes recording and electronic or pneumatic control instruments and related equipment; maintains, operates, installs, adjusts, and calibrates systems and equipment.
• Assures that plant instrumentation equipment is maintained and repaired properly to provide safety, reliability, and efficient operations.
• Develops, troubleshoots and maintains sophisticated PLCs, maintains SCADA and HMI systems.
• Upgrades, tests, calibrates, repairs and maintains all electrical systems, circuits, and equipment.
• Provides project coordination and assists with team supervision.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Water Conservation Specialist I or II

Open to all interested persons

Salary:  Water Conservation Specialist I - $6,796 - $8,180/month

Salary:  Water Conservation Specialist II - $7,735-$9,275 /month

Filing Deadline:    Wed. 9/30/2020

By 4:30 p.m. for manual submissions;      

By 5:00 p.m. for online submissions  

Position Description

The District has one open, full-time position of Water Conservation Specialist I or II in the Water Efficiency Department of the Facilities & Watershed Division.  This position will be staffed at a level commensurate with the qualifications of the selected individual as determined by the District.  Interested persons must submit a completed District application and supplemental questionnaire responses to the Human Resources Department no later than the filing deadline.

Definition

The Water Conservation Specialist performs water conservation duties, involving water use calculations and analysis.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Water Conservation Specialist I is the entry level classification whereas the Water Conservation Specialist II is the journey level classification that establishes water allocations for the more complex accounts and implements water conservation programs, performs various ordinance compliance inspections, performs interior and exterior water consultations and participates in and implements landscape water management and other conservation programs.  On a training or emergency basis, the Water Conservation Specialist I may be assigned more complex water conservation duties normally performed by the Water Conservation Specialist II.

Examples of Duties

Typical duties for all incumbents may include, but are not limited to the following. Please see job descriptions for a more expanded list of duties. 

Water Conservation Specialist I:

• Researches and analyzes customer's water use records;
• answers consumer inquiries in person and by telephone regarding water use and water conservation programs;
• researches, creates, and maintains records, files, and directories;
• participates in a variety of water management and conservation programs.

Water Conservation Specialist II:

• Performs analysis of complex water uses, problem accounts, and major residential and non-residential customers;
• studies and reviews various landscape, grading and irrigation plans for compliance with District ordinances;
• analyzes complex water use problems and makes recommendations as to their resolution; 
• performs field inspections for installation of water saving plumbing fixtures and landscape/irrigation components;
• reviews and analyzes consumer’s water use records, and establishes annual water budgets;
• compiles and analyzes statistical data.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity. We are currently hiring for Maintenance Aides to join our team. Under general supervision, the Maintenance Aide will perform unskilled/semi-skilled labor and maintenance work.

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

SALARY

$16.00 - $20.00 per hour

This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefited position. Hours are limited to less than 1,000 hours per year.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

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

• Performs a variety of unskilled/semi-skilled maintenance or custodial duties involving manual labor of facilities, parks, storm drains, streets, etc.
• Load and unload supplies and materials.
• Assist in performing basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and pipe-fitting work.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (Part Time)

$17.92 - $22.94 per hour

$21.87 – 27.99 per hour

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Open Until Filled

The City of Chowchilla is seeking a Specialized Service Maintenance Worker I & II, under general supervision from the Public Works Supervisor, to perform basic construction, maintenance, repair and alteration work in the completion of Public Works/Public Services activities in streets, grounds, water, sewer, storm drains and facilities.