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The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for an Extra– Help Building Maintenance Technician I/II in the Administrative Services Department. This class is flexibly staffed up to the II-level. The Building Maintenance Technician I under close supervision, learns, assists and performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, construction and repair work on County facilities as well as learns County and departmental policies and procedures. As experience is gained assignments become more complex and are performed under more general supervision. This is the entry level in the building and grounds maintenance series. This class is flexibly staffed with Building Maintenance Technician II and incumbents may advance to the II-level after gaining experience, demonstrating proficiency, and meeting the qualifications for the II-level. Building Maintenance Technician II is the journey-level in the building and grounds maintenance series.

About the County & Administrative Services Department:

The Buildings and Grounds division of the Administrative Services Department provides Building Maintenance and Custodial services to county facilities. The mission of the Buildings and Grounds Division is to maintain the integrity and cleanliness of county buildings, equipment, and grounds. 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.

The City of Rocklin is now accepting applications for Building Division Supervisor. This position works within the Community Development Department and provides supervision over assigned building inspection staff; performs complex combination inspections of residential, commercial and industrial building sites to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and codes; performs plan checks on a variety of construction and modification projects; provides a variety of information to property owners, developers, architects, engineers and contractors; and assists with the administrative duties of the division. 

This is the advanced journey, supervisory level class in the building inspection class series.  Incumbents direct the work of building staff while personally performing the more complex, difficult or controversial work. The incumbent operates with considerable autonomy and is expected to perform duties and make decisions with a high degree of independence. The class is distinguished from the Building Inspector II position in that the latter performs routine plan reviews and/or inspections and does not supervise staff.

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The Position

The City of Orinda Planning Department is seeking a strong, customer-service oriented Planning Technician, for a limited-term, to primarily staff the Planning Counter and process code-enforcement cases. Depending on experience, the successful candidate may also gain opportunities to assist with various current and long-range planning tasks. This non-exempt position will report to the Director of Planning.

Qualifications

All City of Orinda employees are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s core values including serving the public, being respectful and accountable, maintaining professionalism, and demonstrating responsibility. Specific qualifications for the position are noted in the following:

Education & Experience:

• A 4-year bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field;
• Equivalent to two-years of college, supplemented by at least two years of job experience or training in the planning or a planning-related field; or
• Four years of planning and building administrative support experience.

Other Qualifications Required:

• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and an occupational medical pre-employment physical exam which includes a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to work in a standard office environment including ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 30 pounds as well as ability travel to different sites and locations.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.
• Strong communication (written and oral), research, and analytical skills.
• Competency in basic computer programs/applications such as Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Box, etc.
• Basic understanding of planning principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework and/or experience with aspects of urban planning, long-range planning, urban redevelopment, public policy, civic engagement, stakeholder participation, and governance.
• Ability to be remain flexible and work both independently and collaboratively in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to learn fast and adapt quickly without comprising the quality of work.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS.

Typical Functions

• Staffs the Planning Counter to assist the public, conduct plan checks, collect and process forms, and file permit applications and plans.
• Responds to email, telephone, and counter inquiries regarding the municipal code, entitlements, and the City’s development policies and procedures.
• Conducts field work, including Planning Final Inspections, site visits, and code-enforcement.
• Receives, investigates, and monitors requests to investigate alleged violations of the municipal codes and other complaints.
• Coordinates and conducts abatement procedures, including preparing correspondence, coordination with other agencies (Contra Costa County Building Division, Moraga-Orinda Fire District, etc.).
• Processes applications for a hillside-grading permit, elevated-deck permit, exception permit, tree-removal permit, and other “minor” discretionary projects.
• Assists staff in collecting and preparing data for various planning projects and provides support at community meetings as necessary.
• Researches and prepares routine graphic displays/exhibits for use by the Department, Planning Commission, and City Council.
• Drafts reports of limited or variable complexity.

How to Apply

Please visit CalOpps.org to submit a fully-completed application, current resume, and a cover letter before the filing deadline. A limited number of applicants with the most desirable qualifications, as determined by initial screening of applications and resume, will be invited to participate in an interview and testing process that may consist of a written test and oral-board interview. Applicants will be notified by email if they are invited to participate further in the selection process. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (925) 253-4214 or at humanresources@cityoforinda.org.

Completed application materials must be submitted on the CalOpps.org website by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

 
The City of Orinda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with Federal law, the City of Orinda will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  Candidates with a disability which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should submit a request for accommodation with the application.  Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.
 

The Department of Public Works is seeking to fill one vacant Overstrength Sr. Facilities Repair Worker position. This position is a temporary, benefited position, with a standard 40 hours per week with an end date of June 30, 2020. 

The Sr. Facilities Repair Worker position will be working between the Central Service Yard and the Environmental Innovation Center (EIC). Under general supervision by the Preventative Maintenance Program Manager, the Sr. Facilities Repair Worker will perform a wide variety of semi-skilled work in the repair of buildings and equipment at the Environmental Innovation Center.

This position will be stationed at the Central Service Yard with a secondary office at the EIC where most of the time will be spent. In addition to the typical duties of a Sr. Facilities Repair Worker, the successful candidate will provide constant communication and customer service for three tenant groups operating out of the EIC and will have the ability to manage the maintenance and operational needs of the groups with a fixed budget. The position requires flexibility and may oversee other Facility Repair Workers from time to time as well as occasionally needing to respond to afterhours alarms from the facility. 

Other duties of this position include but are not limited to:

 - Schedules and manages the work of contractors engaged in the maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities. Reviews and approves payments. 

- Leads and performs minor repair on buildings caused by vandalism and normal wear, including patching, spot painting, floor tile repair and replacement, glass replacement, water leaks and valve replacement, and other minor plumbing and trades related building maintenance tasks. 

- Prepares work orders for major repair and alterations and monitors progress and completion of projects. 

- Prepares reports on materials, labor, and cost or damage caused by users in order to recover cost. 

- Maintains records of repair equipment. 

- Coordinates the use of shared space and events by the building users to ensure the meeting rooms are properly setup.

- Leads, repairs, and maintains equipment in the facility, including audio/visual equipment in the meeting rooms, waterless toilets, tables, chairs, cubicles, and other environmental innovation features that may be installed in the facility. 

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. 

Plan Check Engineer

$9,028.93 - $11,523.20 monthly
$108,347.20 - $138,278.40 annually

Under general supervision of a department manager, performs plan examination to ensure compliance with building codes, applicable laws, State regulations, City ordinances, acceptable engineering practices, and nationally recognized standards; and assists permit processing and field inspectors in resolving code related problems.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
The Plan Check Engineer is a journey level, non-exempt classification responsible for reviewing and checking building plans and building permit applications for residential, commercial, industrial, and public assembly construction.  Examining plans includes reviewing construction and site plans, and structural calculations, that are submitted by architects and contractors to ensure compliance with building standards codes and local ordinances.  It is differentiated from the next lower classification of Plans Examiner by the difficulty and complexity of work, the experience and certifications required of the position. This classification is a registered Architect, or Professional Engineer. Direction is provided by the Building Official or by the Community Development Director.

APPLICATION and SELECTION PROCESS:

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply on-line at www.morganhill.ca.gov and submit the following items:

• A completed City of Morgan Hill employment application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Copy of Certificates (if applicable)

This is a continuous recruitment with periodic review of application packets. Only complete application packets will be reviewed. This posting can close at anytime

The City of San Mateo Community Development Department is looking for a Housing Specialist I/II

The Department

The Community Development Department, comprised of Planning, Neighborhood Improvement and Housing, Code Enforcement, and Building, provides a broad range of functions relating the development of the community. The Neighborhood Improvement and Housing Division provides development and maintenance of affordable housing and oversees community grants. You will be joining a team of talented professionals in a dynamic, collaborative work environment dedicated to serving the San Mateo community. You will work alongside a team of focused and highly motivated professionals who use their talent to provide essential development review and inspection services to our residents and businesses on a daily basis. The Housing Specialist I/II position is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join a great organization and make a valuable contribution to the Housing Division within the Community Development Department. You can review the detailed job description for Housing Specialist I/II on the City’s website.

What You’ll Do:

Depending upon class level and assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Review, analyze, evaluate and recommend adoption of federal, state and local programs to meet City housing, commercial and industrial redevelopment needs; structure and modify programs to meet specific City circumstances.
• Act as project manager for City‑sponsored affordable housing projects, carrying such projects from site acquisition through financing, contract administration, dispute mediation and completion.
• Process housing and commercial loans and grants from application through construction completion and loan servicing; determine property improvement needs; originate loans; prepare specifications and coordinate project bidding and management stages; conduct progress inspections and authorize disbursements; mediate disputes between the property owner and the contractor.
• Publicize and prepare marketing information for the City's various housing and redevelopment projects; meet with individuals and groups to disseminate such information; attend public meetings as a City representative, as assigned.
• Conduct various studies and analysis regarding project feasibility and economic returns; prepare statistical, financial, environmental and other technical analyses and reports.
• Assist with the acquisition and disposal of real property; assist in the administration of the resale program for City‑sponsored affordable housing.
• Maintain accurate records and files of assigned projects and cases; monitor funds expended; prepare a variety of periodic and special reports related to grant, loan and City‑sponsored programs; may provide input into annual budget requests and assist with monitoring the budget.

Who You Are:

• You possess the knowledge of analytical and report preparation methods and techniques, computer applications related to the work, techniques for effectively dealing with people from various socio economic, ethnic and age groups, standard office practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment, basic housing, real property development and real estate financing concepts, laws and techniques, basic construction terminology and concepts, including the interpretation of plans and specifications;
• You have the ability to analyze, interpret, apply and explain various laws, rules, codes and regulations related to housing, economic and/or redevelopment, including grant and loan administration, research and analyze technical and statistical data, evaluate alternatives and make sound recommendations, quickly learn the laws, rules, regulations and procedures related to the work, prepare clear, concise, and accurate correspondence, reports and other written materials, maintain accurate records and files, coordinate multiple projects and meet critical deadlines, represent the City effectively in meetings with others, establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work;
• You are a detail oriented individual who finds it rewarding to work with the community, able to exercise good judgement and decision making abilities, and an exceptional communicator (oral and written) with superior interpersonal skills.
• In addition to the above, for Housing Specialist II, you have the ability to interpret, apply and explain various laws, codes and regulations related to varied housing and redevelopment programs and projects, independently follow through and coordinate multiple projects concurrently, prepare and analyze construction bid documents, specifications and contracts, analyze financial statements and real property documents.

What You Bring

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Housing Specialist I

• One year of administrative support experience, preferably in a setting which provides a knowledge of housing and/or redevelopment concepts and terminology.
• Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in public or business administration, finance, economics or a field related to the work.  Experience in housing program or redevelopment staff support may be substituted for the education on a year for year basis to a minimum of two years.

Housing Specialist II

• In addition to the above, two years of experience in administering housing and/or redevelopment programs and projects at a level equivalent to the City's class of Housing Specialist I.

(Note: if you have any questions about the required experience and training for this classification, please contact Human Resources at calopps@cityofsanmateo.org)

ADA Special Requirement:

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

Ability to work in a standard office environment with some exposure to the outdoors.

The City of Redwood City

invites you to apply for the position of

Lead Public Works Maintenance Worker (Wastewater)

This current opening is in the Public Works Services Department, Wastewater Division. This position reports to the Utilities Field Supervisor and the incumbent will be responsible for leading the work of maintenance workers in the field in order to meet division goals.

Typical duties will include but are not limited to:   

• Performing maintenance duties such as sewer main hydrojetting and rodding, storm inlet cleaning, sewer main and lateral repairs, sewer main and lateral CCTV inspections, culvert maintenance, and related operation and maintenance tasks for sewer and storm utility systems.
• Operating equipment and tools such as: backhoe, loader, crane, hydro vacuum combination unit, rodder truck, CCTV equipment, jackhammer, dump truck, and related equipment.
• Using a work order asset management software.
• Providing technical guidance to less experienced workers.
• Leading maintenance workers in the field on assigned projects.
• Working collaboratively with division staff and management on projects.
• Performing related duties as assigned. 

Education & Experience

Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade, and two years of work experience with required job knowledge and abilities. 

Licenses & Certificates: Incumbent will be required to travel between various locations during their scheduled work shift, and drive vehicles used to transport materials, tools, and equipment.

• Possession of a valid California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Grade II certification.
• Possession of a valid California Class A Commercial Driver License. (Applicants possessing a class B driver’s license may apply with the condition that they must obtain the Class A driver’s license within 12 months of appointment).

Knowledge of:

• Methods, tools, and techniques for scheduling, assigning and performing work.
• Principles in estimating job requirements.
• Principles used in record keeping and in preparation of work activity reports.
• Operating characteristics of heavy construction equipment.
• Methods, tools and techniques of equipment used in construction and maintenance of sewers and storm drains.
• Work hazards and proper safety precautions.
• Properties of backfill materials, construction materials, concrete, asphalt, and a variety of other materials used in maintenance work.
• Traffic laws involved in truck and heavy equipment operation.
• Purposes and uses of a variety of vehicles, equipment, power tools and hand tools including motorized, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.

Ability to:

• Safely and effectively lead a crew of workers in various subordinate job classes.
• Assist in the training and supervision of others and in the safe operation of equipment.
• Estimate job requirements, keep records and prepare reports.
• Manage and perform ongoing preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance programs.
• Work effectively in the absence of close supervision.
• Read and interpret basic maps and blueprints.
• Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Skillfully and safely operate a variety of equipment and vehicles.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects, work in varying climatic conditions, and do heavy manual labor.

A City application and supplemental questionnaire is required. Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to pass a background check (at no cost to the candidate) including the following:

• Criminal History Check
• DMV Check

Prior to appointment, candidates will also be required to pass a pre-employment physical and DOT drug screening at no cost to the candidate.

Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process, should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application.

All applications will be reviewed for completion, relevant education, experience, training and other job related qualifications. Those who best meet the stated qualifications and requirements for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process. The specifics of the selection process will be communicated to those selected

SMART is the San Francisco Bay Area's newest transit system serving Marin and Sonoma counties. We began revenue service in August 2017 and were the first new railroad in the country to begin service with Positive Train Control installed. We are seeking experienced and motivated individuals who enjoy the challenge of creating new processes and systems. Under direction, the Signal Technician is responsible for maintenance and repair of grade crossing warning devices, signaling and SMART's Positive Train Control system, rail safety communication systems and car borne signal components. This position will perform maintenance on railway signal and communications equipment such as track signals, Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras, positive train control equipment, fiber optic links, programmable multiplexer servers, stand alone computers, power supplies and associated communications equipment.

This recruitment process will automatically close on Sunday, February 2, 2020.  

The Dixon Fire Department offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for volunteer applicants pursuing a career in fire safety.  Volunteer Firefighters are responsible for a wide variety of fire services including:  emergency medical aid, emergency rescue and all other suppression and prevention activities in protecting life and property.

Employment Processing: Along with a job related assessment process, those selected may be subject to a medical exam including drug screen, fingerprinting through the California Department of Justice and a background investigation; and in accordance with Federal law, are able to provide proof of identity and proof that they may legally work in the United States.  It is the policy of the City of Dixon to practice fair and equal employment under the law.

Veteran's Preference Points: Veteran's Preference points will be applied. A copy of the DD214 form must be filed at the time of application.

The City of Dixon is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / FEDERAL AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. 

Reasonable accommodation in the application, examination and selection process will be made upon request by calling (707) 678-7000.