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THIS RECRUITMENT WILL BE USED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST

AN IMMEDIATE VACANCY EXISTS IN THE WATER DIVISION

The City of Glendora Public Works Department has an exciting NEW management opportunity to take a leadership role in a restructured, more efficient and dynamic team! There are two opportunities for Assistant Public Works Director that assume a critical role in overseeing daily management of either the Water Operations or Maintenance Operations. An immediate vacancy exists in Water Operations - incumbents must be registered as a professional Civil Engineer by the State of California.

The ideal candidate must possess strong organizational management skills and have the ability to work independently while contributing to team goals. The Assistant Director over Water Operations will be expected to manage and recommend advocacy on legislative matters, provide strategic recommendations for current operations and future water supply needs, and participate in strategies for storm water compliance.    

The Assistant Director over Maintenance Operations will be expected to manage City assets (facilities, parks, streets, fleet) and provide strategic recommendations for current operations and future planning, and provide efficient solutions to both internal and external customers.

Both Assistant Public Works Directors report to the Public Works Director and may act in his/her absence.

Some of the typical duties of the Assistant Public Works Director include but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists the Public Works Director in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies and procedures related to assigned functions of the Public Works Department; oversees assigned operations; maintains appropriate records and files and coordinates work flow.
• Participates in managing the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives and priorities for each assigned service area; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
• Oversees and consults in the design, preparation, and review of construction plans, site investigations, cost estimates, specifications, and reports for the construction and/or improvement of public facilities.
• Supervises and manages the preparation of requests for professional services; interviews prospective consultants; provides technical and procedural information; reviews plans and specifications; maintains currency with regulations, litigation, and legislation concerning public works activities.
• Meets with developers and contractors to facilitate projects and resolve issues; coordinates projects with other City departments and outside agencies; represents the Department at assigned commission and committee meetings.
• Evaluates work methods, operations, and opportunities for automation; assists in evaluating, selecting, installing, and maintaining computerized management information software programs for reports and decision support purposes.
• Receives and investigates citizen complaints and requests; determines and ensures appropriate disposition; monitors work completed in response to concerns forwarded by City Manager or City Council; investigates and reports on matters related to claims made against the City.
• When assigned to Water Division, directs and oversees the operation, maintenance and capital improvement of the City’s water system, including water engineering, production, distribution, and consumption metering systems and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) requirements for the City.
• When assigned to Maintenance and Operations Division oversees the maintenance and repairs to City parks, streets, storm drains, traffic painting and signing, and all City owned fleet and equipment and City owned facilities.
• Coordinates with Risk Management to research City claims, enhance employee safety and coordinate employee trainings.
• Assists in the hiring process of subordinate staff; plans, organizes, and assigns work; develops and establishes work methods and standards; directs staff training and development; reviews and evaluates employee performance; may execute disciplinary action.
• Initiates and participates in the preparation of departmental budget; monitors expenditures and makes recommendations on staffing and equipment to assure effective utilization of resources.
• Represents the City and the Public Works Department on various City and public committees.

For a complete job description, applicants may go to the City’s website at cityofglendora.org  or contact the Human Resources Department.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Education and/or Experience

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration or related field of study; when assigned to Water Division Civil Engineering or related field, and five years of progressive responsible supervisory and administrative public works experience. Supplemental education in water treatment/distribution, fleet management, and public administration, is desirable.

Knowledge and Skill Levels

Extensive knowledge of administration principles, methods, and practices as applied in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of municipal public works; laws and regulations governing the design and construction of streets, capital projects, and other public works; principles of supervision and office management. Considerable knowledge of the methods employed in the preparation of contracts, agreements, plans, specifications, procedures, and forms associated with public works projects and laws and processes relevant to assessment districts. Working knowledge of City government and issues of concern to developers, property owners, contractors, private engineers, and others when dealing with the City; varied and alternative financing mechanisms for public works projects, including municipal finance principles and special assessment districts. General skill in the operation of computers.

Special Requirements

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

When Assigned to Water Division registration as a professional Civil Engineer by the State of California.

Selection Process:

All applications will be reviewed and evaluated.  Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%.

CLOSING DATE: AUGUST 7, 2019 at 3:00 PM

INTERVIEWS:  TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 20, 2019

A completed online employment application is required and must be submitted at www.calopps.org. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application available at CalOpps. Certificates, resumes, and cover letters must be uploaded with your application on the CalOpps website.  The City of Glendora is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The City does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, medical condition or disability.  Please notify the Human Resources Department in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.

THE PROCESS

This temporary, part-time position is available now with an end date to be determined based on the department needs, on or about October 3, 2019. The position is open until filled, with initial application review beginning July 24. To be considered for this opportunity, please apply online through www.calopps.org and click on the member agencies, followed by the City of Saratoga.

THE POSITION

The Street Maintenance Worker will work in the Street Division within the Public Works Department, performing semi-skilled and skilled labor in the construction, maintenance, repair and related service activities related to streets, sidewalk, storm drain, sign, and traffic marking; and to operate construction equipment as required. Experience and skills related to Streets or Parks is desirable. Experience operating the following equipment is also desirable: backhoe, skid steer and cole planer, dump truck, and compaction/rollers.

The normal work schedule for this temporary position will be three, nine-hour days (27 hours) per week, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

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 Employment Opportunity

 The City of St. Helena has an exciting opportunity to fill a position in the Public Works Water Treatment Plant.  This is a great opportunity to become part of a team of dedicated individuals that take pride in serving the local community.

Distinguishing Characteristics: The Plant Operator I/II is the entry level or journey level class responsible for a wide variety of plant operations and maintenance of the water treatment plant and related facilities, and incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of assigned duties. The classification is alternatively staffed with Plant Operator III and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience, obtaining required certifications and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class.

Examples of Duties: (include but are not limited to the following)

• Operates, monitors and maintains all plant equipment and components and related facilities, including but not limited to pumps, chemical feed systems, tanks, plumbing, pump stations, wells, and control systems; reads and interprets meters, gauges and charts; conducts well soundings; performs backwash operations; maintains and upgrades mechanical and electrical systems.
• Conducts regular on-site inspections of plant and system operations making appropriate adjustment to process controls ensuring that operational problems are identified and corrected; ensures that plants are operating within safety standards established by federal, state and local laws, ordinances and regulations.
• Performs basic and skilled water quality laboratory testing and analysis; takes samples on a daily basis to ensure proper plant operation and quality of water; adheres to quality assurance programs for laboratory analysis and instrumentation; prepares and updates reports, including records and logs in compliance with state and federal mandates for reporting.
• Performs maintenance and construction work as directed on the water treatment system and related facilities; maintains plant facilities and grounds in a safe, clean and orderly condition; loads and unloads equipment and materials.

The City of Ceres is pleased to offer the opportunity for a Facility Maintenance Worker I or II. The level at which an individual is hired depends on the applicant's qualifications and work experience. Ceres offers an excellent benefits package, including 100% employer paid medical premiums for several of the plan options and a retirement pension paid out upon eligible retirement from the City (reciprocity with CalPERS in some situations). 

Those candidates qualified as level II who get hired, usually start out at $3231 per month in the salary range.

Summary Description

Under immediate supervision (Facility Maintenance Worker I) or general supervision (Facility Maintenance Worker II), performs a variety of skilled facility maintenance and repair work on City buildings.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Install new plumbing; maintain, repair, and replace plumbing systems and fixtures such as faucets, drinking fountains, water heaters, water closets, urinals, water regulators, and pressure valves; repair boiler and boiler piping and pumps.
2. Maintain, repair, and replace electrical systems including light switches, outlets, interior and exterior light fixtures, computer lines, electrical panels, and card readers; replace light bulbs.
3. Install and repair door lock sets; rekey locks and padlocks; cut keys.
4. Perform carpentry and trim and finish work; frame walls, doors, and windows; build or remodel offices; replace doors and windows; build or assemble cabinets, shelving, and furniture; hang, tape, and texture drywall.
5. Perform painting work; prepare and paint or stain interiors, exteriors, and furniture of various material.
6. Performs welding, masonry, flooring, and general repair work on buildings and furniture.
7. Operate heavy equipment as needed.
8. Perform custodial duties as needed.
9. Monitor and update HVAC control program.
10. Operate and troubleshoot audio/video equipment used to record City Council meeting.
11. Maintain records of work performed.
12. Perform related duties as required.

Facility Maintenance Worker I - This is the entry level class in the Facility Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Facility Maintenance Worker II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to established procedures and guidelines as are positions allocated to the II level. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Facility Maintenance Worker II - This is the full journey level class within the Facility Maintenance Worker series. This class is distinguished from the Facility Maintenance Worker I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and they are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities of a building maintenance, repair, and construction program.

Materials, methods, terminology, equipment and tools used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of building structures and systems including those used in performing rough and finished carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, mechanical, and painting work.

Operational characteristics of tools and equipment used in building maintenance activities.

Proper procedures used in the maintenance and repair of hand and power tools.

Basic mathematical principles.

Pertinent federal, state, and local codes, laws, and regulations including applicable building codes and ordinances.

Principles and practices of record keeping.

Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to:

Perform skilled work in a variety of building trades.

Perform a full range of semi-skilled and skilled tasks involved in a variety of building maintenance, repair, and construction activities including those requiring rough and finished carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, mechanical, painting, and welding skills.

Safely drive and skillfully operate power equipment and hand tools involved in building maintenance, repair, and construction.

Maintain and repair a variety of tools and equipment.

Read and work from sketches, blue prints, or drawings.

Maintain records including time and material use records.

Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.

Work independently in the absence of supervision.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Facility Maintenance Worker I

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible general maintenance experience in a variety of trades.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California Driver License.

Possession of a valid forklift certificate within one year of employment.

Facility Maintenance Worker II

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialized training in building trades is desirable.

Experience:

Two years of performing duties at a level comparable to the Facility Maintenance Worker I with the City of Ceres.

License or Certificate:

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.

Possession of a valid forklift certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Work is performed in an indoor and outdoor field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; incumbents may be required to respond to emergency and public calls after hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb unusual heights on ladders; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT     

If you are a qualified individual with a disability as defined by the ADA and you need reasonable accommodation to participate in any of the examinations administered by the City of Ceres, you must notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date or review date for the specific job. Official documentation of your functional limitations to support your request may be required.

 THE CITY OF CERES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY

STREET SWEEPER OPERATOR

Open/Promotional

SALARY:                                              $4145.02 to $5832.47 monthly (26 pay periods annually)

FINAL FILING DATE:                       We are accepting applications until closing at 5 pm, August 1, 2019

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and Full-time position of Street Sweeper Operator in the Public Works Department.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday; a flex schedule may be available. This is a Night Shift position.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To operate a heavy motor broom  and vacuum street sweeper on an assigned route; and to maintain clean City streets, parking lots, gutters, islands, and alleyways.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Street Maintenance Supervisor; and receives technical and functional supervision from a Senior Street Maintenance Worker.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operate heavy vacuum, broom type motor-driven street sweepers; clean streets, parking lots, gutters, islands, and alleyways on assigned routes; prevent damage to sweeper, street structures, automobiles or pedestrians.
• Inspect equipment during operation and make minor operating adjustments; change or assist in changing and rebuilding pickup and gutter brooms, main brooms and center boards.
• Report deceased animals found on route.
• Answer questions and concerns and provide information to the public as necessary.
• Maintain vehicle and equipment operations by daily checking of fuel, oil, grease, radiator, water tank, air cleaner and tires; check sweeper for even wear of brooms.
• Clean and wash equipment at end of each shift.
• Maintain a variety of logs and reports including miles swept per day.
• May operate other equipment such as hoist truck, dump truck, front loader, boom truck, flail or rotary type mower, patch truck and other equipment while assisting street repair and maintenance operations.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the pubic using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Operation of various types of heavy trucks, street-cleaning, water truck and other automotive equipment.
• Hazards and applicable safety rules and precautions in heavy-equipment operations.
• Traffic laws, ordinances and rules; basic rules and operations of a two-way radio.

Ability to:

• Operate equipment skillfully, safely and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations.
• On a continuous basis, know and understand assignment.
• On a continuous basis, get in/out of vehicle all day; sit in assigned vehicle or equipment for prolonged periods of time; bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and reach when operating equipment controls or installing parts; perform simple power grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less.
• Learn City geography; detect needed repairs and make necessary adjustments.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Experience:

• One year of responsible experience in operating heavy equipment or one year of responsible experience similar to a Street Maintenance Worker II for the City of Roseville.

Training:

• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid California Class B driver's license with a tanker endorsement by date of appointment.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Your responses to questions 2-4, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula.  Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information.  This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience" section of this application.  Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored.  I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

2. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.

3. How many years do you have driving a Street Sweeper?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 Years
• 2-3 Years
• 3-4 Years
• 4-5 Years
• 5+ Years

     4. Do you possess a valid California Class A driver’s License or Class B license with a Tanker Endorsement?

• Yes
• No

      5. Please list your valid California Class A or B driver’s License with a Tanker Endorsement number with expiration date.

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.  Based upon responses to the supplemental application question 2, the applicant’s responses will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Final promotional appointment is contingent upon having successfully passed a City-paid pre-employment medical exam specific for the position for which applied.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

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

The City of San José Information Technology Department (ITD) is seeking an exceptional Deputy Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead its Business Solutions Division and to serve on the City’s IT Executive Staff.

The Business Solutions Division is in the midst of a strategic rebuild. This leadership position will inspire team members and nurture a culture that is collaborative and customer centric at its core. The position is critical in helping the City achieve ambitious goals to innovate, accelerate delivery of solutions, and support deep collaboration to provide remarkable value to City customers. The current portfolio includes collaboration, productivity, database administration and enterprise resource planning. Additionally, the City will see continued growth in its Smart Cities and Internet-of-Things solutions portfolios the coming years. This IT leader will play a key role in helping to define those paths.

The ideal leader of this division will plan, guide, and develop the team to provide World-class solutions through strong and integrated technology platforms, while also preparing the team for future technology investments focusing on:

• Superior customer experience, usability, user adoption and change management;
• Sustainable systems through strong strategic and technical planning; and
• Security and interoperability through identity, data, multi-cloud, and application service integrations.

Working under the CIO and Assistant Chief Information Officer (ACIO), collaboration, responsiveness, employee development, and effective relationship management with teams across the City are critical to success for this IT leader. They will foster a team that is engaged, embraces innovation and change, and exemplifies exceptional customer service in delivering solutions that support City services to the residents of San Jose. The role is truly a player-coach—a person who can define a technical vision and architecture with their team, build each contributor up to execute that direction, work directly with the technologies, and enhance the larger City organization through the solutions and services their teams provide.

When the Business Solutions group does well, they help San Jose’s families thrive and our businesses grow.

Responsibilities:

The Business Solutions Deputy CIO oversees a team of approximately 30 contributors and a portfolio of over 140 main business applications and growing. The team oversees a technical environment consisting of PeopleSoft HCM/Payroll; Cayenta FMS; Taleo; Hyperion; Oracle and MSSQL databases; Office 365 and SharePoint; Azure solutions; enterprise reporting and data visualization; and database administration services.

The City practices agile and waterfall project management, reporting to an executive scrum of scrums, matching the appropriate methods to the initiative.

Specific responsibilities include:

1.     Direct and lead multiple teams by establishing division goals and performance standards, conducting regular evaluations of the staff members' performance, and coaching staff members on performance and career development consistent with the departmental mission and expectations.

2.     Proactively monitor technology solutions and plan for system roadmaps that  will benefit the City's ability to provide services in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.

3.     Manages and develops the skills and competency of information technology staff based on current needs as well as emerging technologies or business strategies needed to support all work initiatives.

4.     In partnership with business leadership, understand strategic goals, objectives and high level requirements of City departments.

5.     Direct the allocation of resources to achieve timely outcomes and measurable goals within budget; recommend IT spending and participate in collaborative resource planning processes to ensure high-quality services at the lowest cost to the organization.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong product and project management experience and results, preferably including use of both agile and traditional approaches
• Strong personnel management skills, including staff development, coaching, evaluation, and hiring
• SharePoint managed as enterprise content management, intranet, eDiscovery, and/or online workflow solution
• Applied knowledge of systems, networking, and cloud services
• Strong communication, collaboration and conflict resolution skills, as well as, a high degree of emotional intelligence
• 3+ years of successful experience managing enterprise data and integration services to successful outcomes
• 3+ years of successful experience managing human resources, financials, and budget systems to successful outcomes
• PeopleSoft 9.2 and ongoing releases for Enterprise Resource Planning
• Implementing and managing business process automation and workflow solutions
• Implementation of change and release management processes and business architecture that yield a high-degree of business alignment

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.

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

Leadership – Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.

Project Management – Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.

Conflict Management – Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people, by presenting the facts, analysis, and conclusions or solutions that show command of content and perspectives and interests of the audience.

Creativity – Addresses objectives and problems while questioning traditional assumptions/solutions in order to generate creative ideas and new ways of doing business; exhibits creativity and innovation when contributing to organizational and individual objectives; seeks out opportunities to improve, streamline, reinvent work processes.

Analytical Thinking – Approaching a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.

Vision/Strategic Thinking – Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action.

Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.

The Senior Information Technology Technician repairs and maintains library information technology equipment; performs diagnostics using programs and utilities; contacts vendors and service contractors, as needed; installs replacement parts and information technology and telecommunications equipment; installs and configures PC software applications in a networked environment; and performs other related duties as assigned. 

FACILITY REPAIR WORKER I/II

Level I - $4,567 - $5,551 per month

Level II - $5,036 - $6,122 per month

Plus excellent benefits

Deadline to apply:  Apply by Tuesday, July 23, 2019 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Public Works Department is recruiting for a full-time Facility Repair Worker I/II.  Under general supervision, this position performs carpentry, plumbing, interior remodeling, painting, and a variety of other work in the maintenance and repair of City buildings, structures, and facilities.

Facility Repair Worker I:  This is the entry level to the classification series.  This position performs simpler, less skilled repairs while learning more skilled and/or difficult work.  As experience and proficiency are gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. 

Facility Repair Worker II: This is the skilled level of the series, competent to independently perform the full scope of carpentry, plumbing, interior remodeling, and related building maintenance duties required.

• Performs framing, rough and finish carpentry to erect small structures, partition interior spaces, frame and trim doors and windows, apply siding, build roofs, build stairs, build indoor and outdoor benches, tables, signs, decks, fences, gates, and related items.
• Calculates, designs, and prepares sketches for construction and modifications to be performed; estimates materials and lay out work.
• Builds interior cabinetry such as counters, cupboards, and shelves.
• Operates power nail drivers, drills, saws, drill presses, joiners, and related hand and power carpentry tools to make and install custom pieces.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains domestic water supply, drainage plumbing and related fixtures using copper, galvanized and PVC pipe techniques.
• Hangs, tapes, and textures interior wall board, patch plaster, and apply paneling to finished interiors.
• Masks, sandblasts, brushes and chemically prepares surfaces for painting.
• Operates spray equipment and uses manual tools to paint interior and exterior surfaces, equipment and facilities.
• Repairs metal equipment, recreational fixtures and furniture; fabricates frames and racks using acetylene and arc welding and brazing equipment.
• Prepares forms, sets rebar, pours and finishes concrete to repair or construct equipment and small building slabs, foundations, retaining walls, patios, repairs brick and masonry.
• Prepares and applies bonding materials such as epoxy for special surfaces.
• Installs and repairs shake, asphalt shingle, and tar seal roofing.
• Removes and replaces window glass.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position you must have knowledge of:

Facility Repair Worker I:

• Use and care of basic hand and power tools and common building materials.

Facility Repair Worker II: (in addition to the qualification of Level I)

• Principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in rough and finish carpentry, cabinetry and wood finishing.
• Principles and techniques of domestic water supply and drainage plumbing using galvanized, copper and PVC pipe.
• Methods and materials used in concrete work.
• Surface patching and brick and masonry repair.
• Techniques and safety precautions in acetylene and arc welding.
• Surface preparation and application of paints appropriate to different internal and external surfaces.
• Safe working practices.
• Performs related duties as required.

Facility Repair Worker I:

• Use basic hand and power tools.
• Make basic arithmetical calculations.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate and work cooperatively with others.
• Learn to skillfully operate hand and power tools.
• Learn the procedures, materials, and standards for building maintenance work at the City.
• Learn to design, lay out, and perform calculations required for construction and repair work.

Facility Repair Worker II: (in addition to the qualification of Level I)

• Operate and maintain specialized tools used in carpentry, plumbing, and concrete work.
• Operate and maintain acetylene and arc welding and brazing equipment.
• Measure and calculate angles, lengths, and volumes; design, lay out, and prepare sketches for carpentry and related construction jobs.
• Oversee the work of others assisting on large jobs.
• Communicate orally with originators of work requests and other employees.
• Maintain records and logs of work performed.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Facility Repair Worker I:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• One year of journey-level experience in one of the trades.

Facility Repair Worker II:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Three years of responsible experience in building repair and maintenance equivalent to the Facility Repair Worker I classification with the City of San Rafael. 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid California Driver’s License

LANGUAGE, MATHEMATICAL AND REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMAND/WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

Resumes do not substitute for the City application. Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following: application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 no later than three (3) calendar days before the test date.