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Extended- Applications accepted until Tuesday, July 27, 2021 OR upon receipt of the first 200 applications- whichever occurs first.

Written Exam:  August 10, 2021

Oral Exam: August 25, 2021

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, operates and maintains (O&M), performs, corrective and emergency maintenance, construction and repair to water quality distribution system facilities and infrastructure; handles public relations in the field; and performs other duties as assigned.

Distribution System Operator I is the entry-level class and Distribution System Operator II is the journey level class in the series. Incumbents in the Distribution System Operator I class will progressively perform most of the duties required in the series but are not expected to function at the same skill level and will usually exercise less independent direction and judgment on matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established pattern that has been explained in detail as they arise. Under the flexible staffing concept, Distribution System Operator II positions that may become vacant may reasonably be filled at the Distribution System Operator I level.

Positions in the Distribution System Operator II class are flexibly staffed and normally filled by advancement from the Distribution System Operator I class, or when filled from the outside, require prior specific experience in building related and/or water/water-delivery-related O&M. Appointment to this class requires the employee to be performing substantially the full range of water/water-delivery-related construction and O&M duties and to meet the qualification standards for the class. This class requires the ability to work independently exercising judgment and initiative. Duties will normally require the ability to operate the full range of tools and mechanical equipment related to water maintenance and to lead and directly supervise crews on specific projects and activities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Safely O&M as a member of a crew or individually inspects, installs or repairs water lines, service connections, meter, valves, and other water infrastructure facilities; Excavates using heavy equipment including vacuum excavation equipment. Operate pneumatic, hydraulic and power and hand tools; back fills trenches and excavations; cuts, threads and assembles pipe; caulks water lines; makes new service connections installing meters and boxes and tapping main lines; tests, disinfects, pressurizes the system, installs, repairs, and replaces fire hydrants; drives a truck hauling workers and materials; may be required to work unusual hours as needed; responds to service requests; responds to emergency calls; keeps records of materials used or performed; test and repair of water meters; operates compressor, air tools, tampers, backhoe, front loader and other related construction tools. Regularly prepares routine reports and logs including daily activity reports. Accurately mark locations of underground facilities and respond to underground service alerts (USAs); May undertake minor carpentry, plumbing, cement work and electrical work. O&M of the related wastewater treatment system and equipment; monitors gauges, dials, meters and controls panels, and other recording instruments, greases and cleans equipment; services and maintains a variety of distribution system equipment; extracts samples and performs field tests and analysis; inspects plant equipment and facilities to locate and report needed repairs; performs general plant maintenance work, such as sweeping, cleaning, sanding, and painting; performs general grounds maintenance work. Supervise contractors; respond to calls for service 24/7; participate in required standby rotation, participate in all required safety training and maintain required current certification and carry out duties in a safe manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: O&M, preventative maintenance, repair and record-keeping procedures of a typical water distribution system; methods and equipment used to install, test, repair and maintain water distribution infrastructure; occupational hazards, safety precautions and principles of accident prevention. The O&M of mechanical equipment, including pumps and electric motors; control procedures for water treatment /distribution processes; tools, equipment and methods used in the overhaul, repair, adjustment and modification of stationary power equipment, and of the pumping, piping, and electrical systems used in a pump station.

Ability to:

Safely use heavy equipment, hand and power tools; operate and service pumps, motors and other mechanical equipment; perform the more skilled tasks required in the field operation of a water distribution system; make arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals and percentages; use CRTs, PCs, and computer-based data systems; understand and follow oral and written instructions; demonstrate a high degree of mechanical aptitude; read maps; accurately mark locations of underground facilities and respond to underground service alerts (USAs); work in adverse weather conditions which require exposure to wind, rain and cold temperature; work in atmosphere which often involves noise, noxious odors, gases, contact with water and/or wastewater, and risk of bodily injury; maintain an appropriate public service demeanor and positive customer service interactions; report back to work to respond to after hour call backs and to report to duty during an emergency; adhere to Standby Duty Procedures; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis, on time and in approved uniform.

Physical Capability to: Perform moderate, and sometimes strenuous, sustained manual labor; walk, climb, lift, crawl, stoop and bend to reach work; work safely in confined spaces; work outdoors in temperature extremes and inclement weather. Must be willing to report to work at any time during an emergency and work an irregular work schedule.

Experience:

Distribution System Operator I, entry level: one (1) year, full-time, paid experience in construction, maintenance, or other semi-skilled, physical work.

Distribution System Operator II: two (2) years of full-time, paid experience in construction or maintenance work in a water utility system or the plumbing trade.

Education:

Distribution System Operator I, entry level; Graduation from high school or equivalent

Distribution System Operator II: Graduation from high school or equivalent

License:

Possession of a valid, Class C, California Driver’s License at the Distribution System Operator I level.

To be appointed to the Distribution System Operator II Level, individual must possess a valid Class B California Driver’s License (including acceptable driving record) and a Water Distribution Operators License D1 issued by the Department of Health Services.

Applications accepted until Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Oral Exam: Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Supplemental questionnaires required with applications.

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.

DEFINITION

Under direction, to perform professional public library work such as branch library services or technical services, and to do related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to, reference and readers advisory service to all age levels; book selection and collection development, cataloging, staff training, supervision and evaluation; assist in the development and implementation of special library programs and services; assist in preparing program budgets; prepare library activity reports and statistics. Work in this classification is distinguished from Librarian I by the greater complexity of the assignments and the greater degree of independence with which the incumbent is expected to operate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of professional library work, organization, services and materials; supervision and management techniques; electronic technology and its use in libraries; policies, procedures, and functions of the library as a public service department and as a department of municipal government.

Ability to: Communicate effectively in both written and oral communications; perform professional and technical library tasks; perform physical tasks that require bending, stooping, reaching and lifting; supervise and train subordinates; effectively represent the library and the City at meetings and workshops. Interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.

Experience: One year of professional public library experience.

Education: Graduation from college or university or equivalent, with a Bachelor's Degree, and a Master's Degree in Librarianship.

Do you want to be a part of an award-winning team and work with amazing people? Apply for a Librarian position with San Mateo County Libraries and join us in igniting growth through transformative experiences!

At San Mateo County Libraries you can make a difference in our communities by helping to create an informed community through creative outreach, exciting programming, and innovative technology. If you want to be part of our friendly customer service team that provides opportunities for discovery, enrichment, and uplifting the community, consider meeting us and joining our team! We respect, value, and celebrate diversity, and bilingual skills are always a plus as we serve a variety of communities in the county.

Education: Master of Library Science or recognized equivalent degree, from an American Library Association accredited college or university is required. We also encourage recent graduates, or those expecting to graduate no later than July 2021, to apply.

Language Requirement: These positions require the ability to speak, read and write fluently in both English and Spanish.

Experience: Any combination of experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify for a Librarian II is two years librarian experience.

Knowledge of: 

• Library procedures 

Skill/Ability to: 

• Develop library programs/projects; 
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with staff, the public and community groups;
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing; 
• Instruct others in the use of library materials.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. Please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org  to apply.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Final Filing Date: Continuous
Application Screening: Ongoing
Panel Interview: Ongoing
 

At the County of San Mateo, we take pride in the way our employees bring together their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to serve our community's needs. The County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

This job opportunity is continuous and application reviews are performed periodically.

San Mateo is a city of approximately 104,000 residents, strategically located midway between San Francisco and San Jose, and is within the Silicon Valley.  One of the City’s strengths is its diversity, both in the ethnic makeup and the physical development of the community.  San Mateo has a vibrant business and retail environment with national and international businesses, two major shopping centers and an active downtown.  The community values its historic and new residential neighborhoods and recently approved a major new Transit Oriented Development that will add 1,500 new homes, 300,000 square feet of new retail and as much as 1.5 million square feet of commercial office space.  

The City organization has a culture of innovation, collaboration and strong customer service.  The City’s annual budget is $191 million and is staffed by approximately 540 full time employees.  The City is continually evaluating new and innovative ways of providing high quality services to its residents while acknowledging the competing demands for the limited funds available. Find out more interesting facts at:  www.cityofsanmateo.org.

Look at some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work, https://youtu.be/_GTIzeSpc_g

The Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is a 15.7 MDG sub-regional facility that serves an estimated 164,545 customers  administering the annual operation and maintenance budget over $12.8 million with a staff of 34 professional and technical personnel.  The City of San Mateo is building a team tasked with the safe and continuous operation of the current expansion of this conventional activated sludge plant by introducing new facilities including; preliminary treatment, primary treatment, enhanced biological nutrient removal/membrane bioreactors (BNR/MBR), biological and chemically enhanced treatment (BioACTIFLO), and additional upgrades to existing process equipment. A vital and instrumental member of this team is the WWTP Operator III.

The Position

This position will receive general direction from the Chief Plant Operator and instruction from their Shift Supervisor to provide daily guidance to lower level operators and trainees. The WWTP Operator III will be responsible for supporting these efforts to guide, develop and mentor staff on their assigned shift, act in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Shift Supervisor, and is the assigned lead in getting both scheduled and unscheduled work completed. Those who have prepared themselves and are ready for the challenge to use their skills as a journey-level wastewater professional should seriously consider this opportunity.

This position is assigned rotating shifts working nights, weekends, and holidays with on-call emergency response 24 hours per day.  However, along with this challenge is the benefit of working  a 12-hour shift that results in a very favorable work/life balance and requires the minimum commuting days as compared to other standard 8-hour shifts.

The Duties

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following.

Operate wastewater treatment facilities to control flow and processing of wastewater, sludge and effluent; monitor gauges, meters and control panels; observe variation in operating conditions, interpreting meter and gauge readings and test results to determine process requirements.

• Operate valves and gates; start and stop pumps, engines and electric motors to control and adjust flow and treatment processes; operate and maintain boilers; perform routine maintenance work on valves, tanks, related equipment and facilities to optimize performance.
• Maintain appropriate plant records to support water quality goals.
• Perform the duties of the Designated Operator-in-Charge when required in accordance with State regulations.
• Operate rolling vehicles and stationary machinery as required to perform essential job functions.
• Foster and maintain good working relationships and provide excellent customer service in the course of their work.
• Assist in the inventory, requisition, and purchase of supplies and materials.
• Supervise and train less experienced operators on assigned shift.

The City of San Mateo Public Works Department is looking for

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators I & II and Operators in Training

Why Join our Department?

The Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is a 15.7 MDG sub-regional facility that serves a population of more than 140,000 with an annual operating budget in excess of $10 million and has a staff of 28 professional and technical personnel.

The City of San Mateo is building a cross-functional team tasked with upgrading the City’s 15.7 MGD conventional activated sludge plant with new liquids treatment process facilities, including headworks, primary treatment, five-stage biological nutrient removal/membrane bioreactor (BNR/MBR) process, biological and chemically enhanced treatment (BioACTIFLO) process, and other general plant upgrades, including odor control to serve the new facilities. Key players on this team are the WWTP Operators.

Look at some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work, https://youtu.be/_GTIzeSpc_g

What You’ll Do

• Operate wastewater treatment facilities to control flow and processing of wastewater, sludge and effluent; monitor gauges, meters and control panels; observe variation in operating conditions, interpreting meter and gauge readings and test results to determine processing requirements.
• Operate valves and gates, start and stop pumps, engines and electric motors to control and adjust flow and treatment processes, operate and maintain boilers, perform routine maintenance work on valves, tanks, related equipment and facilities.
• Monitor, adjust and troubleshoot as needed plant operational processes utilizing data-driven technology, such as the SCADA or PCS system.
• Fully utilize the computerized work systems in accordance with work flow processes.
• Operate treatment plant vehicles and stationary machinery as required.
• Collect samples and perform routine laboratory tests and analyses.

These positions require shift work, nights, weekends, holidays with on-call emergency response 24 hours per day. However, along with this challenge is the benefit of working a 12-hour shift that results in a very favorable work/life balance and requires the minimum commuting days as compared to other standard 8-hour shifts.

Who You Are

The WWTP Operator in Training:

• You have graduated from high school or equivalent, and have six educational units of math or science course work, and six months experience in handling mechanical equipment and tools.
• You have up to 18 months to obtain a Grade I WWTP Certificate to promote to WWTP Operator I.

The WWTP Operator I:

• You have graduated from high school or equivalent and have six months experience in handling mechanical equipment tools.
• You possess a Grade I WWTP Certificate and work under direct supervision of the WWTP Shift Supervisor or WWTP Operator II and perform more routine operation work.
• You may be promoted to WWTP Operator II upon obtaining a Grade II WWTP Certificate and completing qualifying training.

The WWTP Operator II

• You possess a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State of California.
• You have graduated from High school or equivalent and a minimum of one year of experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant.

This job opportunity is continuous and application reviews are performed periodically.

San Mateo is a city of approximately 104,000 residents, strategically located midway between San Francisco and San Jose, and is within the Silicon Valley.  One of the City’s strengths is its diversity, both in the ethnic makeup and the physical development of the community.  San Mateo has a vibrant business and retail environment with national and international businesses, two major shopping centers and an active downtown.  The community values its historic and new residential neighborhoods and recently approved a major new Transit Oriented Development that will add 1,500 new homes, 300,000 square feet of new retail and as much as 1.5 million square feet of commercial office space.  

The City organization has a culture of innovation, collaboration and strong customer service.  The City’s annual budget is $191 million and is staffed by approximately 540 full time employees.  The City is continually evaluating new and innovative ways of providing high quality services to its residents while acknowledging the competing demands for the limited funds available. Find out more interesting facts at:  www.cityofsanmateo.org.

Look at some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work, https://youtu.be/_GTIzeSpc_g

The Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) is a 15.7 MDG sub-regional facility that serves a population of more than 140,000 with an annual operating budget in excess of $10 million and has a staff of 28 professional and technical personnel.

The City of San Mateo is building a cross-functional team tasked with upgrading the City’s 15.7 MGD conventional activated sludge plant with new liquids treatment process facilities, including headworks, primary treatment, five-stage biological nutrient removal/membrane bioreactor (BNR/MBR) process, biological and chemically enhanced treatment (BioCET) process, and other general plant upgrades, including odor control to serve the new facilities.

• Act as and perform the duties of the Designated Operator-in-Charge as needed in accordance with State regulations.

• Supervise and participate in the operation of wastewater treatment facilities to control flow and processing of wastewater, bio-solids effluent and bio-gas; monitor and adjust gauges, meters and control panels; observe variations in operating conditions; interpreting meter and gauge readings and test results to determine processing, status and requirements for adjustments.

• Monitor, adjust and troubleshoot as needed plant operational processes utilizing data-driven technology, such as the SCADA or PCS system.

• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for shift operations; implement policies and procedures.

• Supervise and participate in the operation of valves and gates; start and stop pumps, compressors, fans, engines and electric motors to control and adjust flow and treatment processes; boilers and preheaters; perform routine maintenance work.

• Supervise and participate in the collection of samples; coordinate the performance of routine

These positions require shift work, nights, weekends, holidays with on-call emergency response 24 hours per day. However, along with this challenge is the benefit of working a 12-hour shift that results in a very favorable work/life balance and requires the minimum commuting days as compared to other standard 8-hour shifts.

• You have graduated from high school or equivalent.

• You have two years of experience comparable to a Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator III.

• You possess a Grade III Waste Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State of California with the ability to obtain Grade IV WWTP Operator Certificate within one year of appointment.

• Comprehensive benefits package including generous paid leave and health benefits
• CalPERS retirement (2% @ 55 for classic members; 2% @ 62 for new members.  Classic employees contribute 7.5% to CalPERS and New members contribute 6.25% to CalPERS with participation in the Social Security Program
• Free Fitness classes through City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation, Employee Assistance Program and Credit Union Membership
• Bilingual Differential: $195 monthly (if applicable)
• City contribution of 1.5% of base salary to Deferred Compensation and will match up to 1% Employee contribution
• Employee housing loan up to $7,500 for home purchase or rental move-in assistance in the City of San Mateo
• Representation by the San Mateo Management Association