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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.

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.

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.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Project Manager in a Limited Term capacity in the Health & Human Services Department. Under administrative direction, incumbent will coordinate activities concerned with the implementation or administration of a project; participate in the conceptual development of a project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting and implementation. The Project Manager will be tasked with the conceptual development, oversight and implementation of several program-wide projects for Child Welfare and Adult Services. This may include, but is not limited to: Core practice model for Child Welfare, program and process improvement for Adult Protective Services and In-Home Support Services, preparation of reports, user guides, manuals, presentations and other written materials, streamline implementation for Safety Organized practices, attend meetings with Deputy Directors as well as Program Managers; and perform other duties as assigned. This term is expected to last until approximately April of 2020. 

About the Health & Human Services Department:

The Yuba County Health & Human Services Department administers Public Health, Human Services and Veterans programs to meet the needs of Yuba County citizens. There are a number of major Divisions within the Department including: Child & Adult Protective Services; Public Assistance; Employment Services; Housing and Integrated Services; Public Health; Veterans and Finance and Administration. We are committed to supporting and promoting a safe, healthy, and self-sufficient community.

About Yuba County:

Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. The County’s rivers, lakes and outdoor recreation areas provide excellent hunting, fishing, boating and skiing opportunities. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

Under close supervision, performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled public works maintenance tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, signs, striping, painting, building maintenance, tree trimming, debris removal, and street light repairs. This is the entry level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Although trucks and other motorized equipment may be operated by a Maintenance Worker 1, the equipment is used on a training basis for tasks which are repetitious in nature. Under this training concept, positions assigned to the class of Maintenance Worker 2 which become vacant may reasonably be filled by incumbents in Maintenance Worker 1 positions. General, technical, or functional supervision is provided by the Streets/Parks/Storm Superintendent or Designee. This position may be assigned to any task specified by the Superintendent including assisting other divisions. Such duties will be specified according to assignment.

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Water Resources Technical Programs Manager.  This is a newly created position.  Under general direction of the Water Resources Division Manager, this position will manage one or more sections within the Water Resources Division and will be responsible for the development, monitoring, and evaluation of the Division’s technical programs.  Apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 5 p.m. on Friday, August 31, 2018.

Position specific duties include the following:

• Provides program management in the areas of planning, hydraulic modeling, installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of utility systems
• Oversees potable water, recycled water, wastewater treatment plant and sewer master plans, the urban water management plan, connection fee studies, and asset management program
• Provides troubleshooting of hydraulic, operational, and process control challenges
• Provides project management for the Division’s non-CIP projects
• Collaborates with the Engineering Division to assist with preparation of Capital Improvement Plan projects for Water Resources Division assets and review of construction plans and specifications
• Provides oversight of and monitors compliance with environmental regulations from Federal, State and local agencies, such as the California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal-EPA), State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD), and other agencies
• Provides supervision to assigned managerial, professional, technical, clerical, and temporary employees

The Opportunity

This position is responsible for assisting with Capital Improvement project management services at a professional level for the Public Works Department.  Under the supervision of the Public Works Director, the primary responsibilities of this position are assisting in the management of construction projects, the development of construction ready designs, the development of construction and service contracts, the procurement of construction and service contracts, and the coordination of improvement projects in accordance with the City’s policies and procedures.   

What You Will Do

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

• Develop and present cost estimates and scopes of work, develop and manage accurate project documents, budgets and processes; ensure execution of City procurement requirements.
• Package project plans and specifications, obtain price quotes and proposals, prepare bid documents and related contracts, monitor and administer contracts, manage consultant and contract processes, and review/comment on improvements through project completion.
• Develop additional project documents: scopes, memos, self-composed letters, minutes, staff reports, agendas and other; assemble materials and coordinate office functions to meet deadlines and maintain organized filing system, both digital and paper.
• Coordinate time, location and participant arrangements for meetings; prepare accompanying meeting materials and conduct meetings.
• Process purchase orders and pay requisitions as required for projects in coordination with the Public Works Manager.
• Maintain and communicate schedule and calendar.
• Direct and coordinate public and agency plan review; submit any necessary permit applications to various regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate and collaborate capital improvement projects with all associated City of Milpitas staff to ensure inclusivity, comprehensive implementation processes, and proper design, permitting, management and construction practices.
• Coordinate project communications with all parties related to project implementation: City staff, consultants, contractors, and the community.
• Perform on-site inspections to ensure the successful completion of capital improvement projects.
• Support the development of master plans and management plans, including preliminary site inventory and assessments, public scoping and involvement, alternative development analysis, feasibility, and cost estimates.
• Support/manage the development of grant applications for project funding and the management of these resources when funded.

Please see the job description and announcement below.

The City of American Canyon is seeking a Superintendent to direct, management supervise, and coordinate Public Works field operations, and maintenance activities in various assigned areas such as water distribution, sewer collection, streets and storm drain maintenance, storm water pollution prevention, water conservation, and solid waste reduction and to provide highly responsible and complex support to upper management.