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Transportation Planner

Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity

 

The final filing date is Tuesday, August 5, 2025 by 5:00 pm.
 

Work for the City of Sunnyvale: The Heart of the Silicon Valley.
 
The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a Transportation Planner to help keep the Sunnyvale transportation network safe and efficient while planning for future growth. The position will mainly develop, launch, and manage the City's new citywide microtransit service. This includes coordination with the microtransit/shuttle service provider, with the internal Communications team on branding and marketing, and the grant program administration agency.  The position will also respond to citizen concerns and comments about the service, perform outreach related to the service, manage the program budget, ensure grant program requirements are met, and look for grants for future program funding.

Under general direction, this position may also assist in current and long-range transportation planning for the City. The position may also manage and review land development traffic studies; perform level of service analyses for intersections and arterials using computer models like Synchro, and Vistro; apply for grant funds; and perform other duties as assigned.
 
The City is seeking a Transportation Planner with strong project management, analytical, technical and problem-solving skills, along with proficient oral and written communication skills. The successful candidate will have an excellent ability to effectively work with cross-functional teams; the ability to prioritize and deliver results in a constantly changing environment; and a proven ability to establish effective working relationships with customers, co-workers and vendors.
 
 The City of Sunnyvale offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute
• Retiree medical benefits available

 

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in transportation planning, civil engineering, public administration, urban planning, or other closely-related subject ; AND

Two years of progressively responsible professional planning or administrative experience primarily in transportation planning activities.

 

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The position opens on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 and the final filing date is Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 5:00 pm.  Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. 

 

For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click JOBS

Senior Transportation Planner (Temporary/Hourly)
Salary: $$65.0163 - $83.5561 per hour

The Town of Los Gatos is accepting applications for a temporary/unbenefited Senior Transportation Planner position in the Parks and Public Works Department. This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop a vital role within our organization.

The Senior Transportation Planner will focus on managing projects and programs that support sustainable transportation opportunities for the Town while addressing and improving mobility, safety, environmental, social, and economic conditions around transportation. The selected candidate will support the Town’s ongoing initiatives around transportation planning, including identifying grant programs and managing transportation planning-related projects.  

The Ideal Candidate
The Town is looking for an experienced transportation professional who is visionary and innovative with strong leadership skills, passion for community engagement, and commitment to customer service. They will be results-oriented with strong communication skills, including public speaking, writing, listening, persuasion, and facilitation with the following experience:

• Researching, applying for, and managing State and Federal transportation grants.
• Presenting to elected and appointed officials, the public, and other stakeholders.
• Bicycle and pedestrian master planning on a community wide basis, both the planning phase of the work and project implementation/management. 
• Variety of mobility-related projects and programs, including bicycle, pedestrian and rideshare.
• VTA process and procedures. 
• Parking program management.

Schedule: This is a temporary, hourly, at-will, non-benefited position limited to 999 hours of employment in a fiscal year (July 1 through June 30), up to 25 hours per week. The normal workweek is Monday through Friday, however, you may be occasionally required to attend evening meetings. 

About the Department
The Parks and Public Works Department (PPW) is responsible for the maintenance and improvements of the Town's public parks, facilities, streets, and other infrastructure.  Our goal is to efficiently provide residents, businesses, and visitors with the highest quality service possible, with dedication and professionalism.  The Department has five service areas: Engineering, Capital Improvement, Streets and Signals, Parks, and Environmental Services. The Department also collaborates with all Town departments, and external partners and stakeholders.

• Engineering Services: The Engineering team provides services in the areas of encroachment permits and permitting and inspection of other work in the public right of way, including situations where new developments need to provide improvements in the right of way.  
   
• Capital Improvement: The Capital Improvement team develops and constructs capital projects across all Town assets, including improvements to roads, streetlights, parks, and Town buildings. See the annual capital budget for a list of current capital projects.
   
• Streets and Signals: The Streets and Signals team maintains the Town’s roadways, signs, and traffic signals. Traffic plays a big part in this team’s daily work as they seek to meet the needs of the community.  This includes traffic on major streets as well as on neighborhood streets where traffic calming can be a solution.
   
• Park Services: The Park Services team maintains the Town’s parks, trails, open spaces, facility grounds, median islands, parking lot landscaping, downtown planters, and the urban forest as well as administering park use fees and reservations.
   
• Environment Services: The Environmental Services team ensures that the Town is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. This team also manages the Town’s utilities, including the contract with West Valley Collection and Recycling for garbage service Town wide.

About the Town
The Town of Los Gatos is a general law city operating under the Council/Manager form of government. The Town Manager and Town Attorney are appointed and directly report to the Town Council. The Town’s 150 full- and part-time employees are organized into the following departments: Parks & Public Works, Community Development, Police, Library; and Administrative Services.

 

Duties and Responsibilities (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
 
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

General Duties

• Provides program area expertise, project support, and coordination and collaborates with Parks and Public Works staff and other Town Departments on complex, highly visible, and politically significant transportation-related policies, projects, and issues
• Evaluates the complex and often sensitive and competing aspects of transportation planning decisions.
• Attends meetings of the Town Council, the Development Review Committee, Planning Commission and/or the Complete Streets and Transportation Commission and other Town Commissions as directed.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with coworkers, other Town employees, elected officials, and the general public, exhibiting exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Participates in regional planning and working groups and serves as the liaison for the boards and working groups as requested.

Grants Management

• Develops and submits transportation-related grant applications from various local, state, and federal funding sources; oversees proper execution and expenditure of grant funds received.

Safe Routes to School Program

• Manages funding for and implementation of the Town’s Safe Routes to School program.

Multi-Modal Transportation Activities

• Manages updates to pedestrian and bicycle masterplans; develops, updates, distributes, and promotes Town programs, policies, educational materials, and projects to improve pedestrian, bicycle, and other forms of mobility and to encourage safe practices of all forms of mobility; serve as staff liaison to the Town’s Complete Streets and Transportation Commission.
• Coordinates planning for bicycle and pedestrian facilities in cooperation with other Town Departments, regional agencies, and community organizations.
• Performs other transportation related duties as assigned.

Parking Programs

• Oversees the Town’s Parking Programs.
• Oversees the work of and administers contracts for transportation and parking consultants.
• Develops policies, procedures, and operational actions related to effective parking management, including periodic review of parking-related policy issues such as rates, time limits, enforcement hours, loading zones, and other issues.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
 
Education: Any combination of training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in transportation planning, city and regional planning, urban studies, civil engineering, or closely related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in transportation development programs, including two (2) years of project management.  A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university is desirable.

License and Certification: 

• A California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment. 
• Possession of a Certificate of Registration as Professional Transportation Planner or Professional Engineer in the State of California, or certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners is highly desirable.   

The City of Sunnyvale is looking to hire a Public Works Crew Leader – Urban Forestry in the Public Works Department, Parks Division.

 

This person is driven to continuously make a positive impact on the organization and believes that as a team we accomplish more. As an organization, we are motivated to produce the highest level of service possible. We provide maintenance services for about 40,000 street trees.

 

Working in the Public Works Department, Parks Division for the City of Sunnyvale as a Public Works Crew Leader – Urban Forestry provides an opportunity to improve the landscape in the community and see the results of your work. All of this, plus a generous benefits package which includes: a competitive salary, career development, and training opportunities, make the City of Sunnyvale a great place to work.

 

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  The position opens Tuesday, July 8, 2025and final filing date is Tuesday, August 5, 2025 5:00 PM. For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

 

Salary: $46.03 - $58.75 Hourly

Located in the heart of San Mateo County, Millbrae is a vibrant community with a rich history and an exciting future! With its breathtaking natural beauty, thriving economy, and world-class amenities, boasting top-rated schools, a beautiful downtown, and close proximity to San Francisco and Silicon Valley, the City is truly a hub of innovation and opportunity and a gem in the Bay Area. The Public Works Inspector will help facilitate capital improvement and other projects.  This is an excellent opportunity to work with a team who is focused on continuous enhancement of the cityscape in a city who sets the bar for innovative high standard development. If you are a self-motivated individual, eager to contribute to a growing community, and love a fast-paced environment, then apply now!

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, inspects a variety of construction projects to ensure conformance with contract plans, specifications, standards, laws, and regulations; performs work related to plan checking, issuing permits, providing construction recommendations, and other technical functions; and performs related work as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Public Works Construction Inspector is a specialized classification that is responsible for a variety of duties related to the inspection of construction projects.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

Receives general supervision from higher-level Public Works Department staff including engineers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a full and exhaustive listing of all of the duties and responsibilities of the position.

• Provides field inspection of public and private improvement projects that involve grading, underground utilities, encroachments, curbs, gutters, sidewalk, paving, facilities, structures, and park construction; ensures conformance to approved plans, specifications, and schedules; stipulates correction of defective work; recommends approval of acceptable work;
• Performs technical functions, such as plan checking, issuing permits, and answering construction questions, preparing checklists, guidelines and specifications;
• Ensures that all required tests, operations, measurements, and inspections are scheduled, ordered, and satisfactorily completed; ensures compliance with applicable safety regulations;
• Reviews submittals and takes samples of materials for examination or testing by laboratories; records amounts of materials used and work performed, and interprets results of soils, materials, and operational tests, including asphalt compliance, concrete strength, and soil compaction test reports;
• Inspects traffic control placed within the City right-of-way and ensures compliance with applicable safety regulations;
• Writes letters to contractors, developers, and homeowners regarding inspections; responds to inquiries and requests for assistance in person, in writing and over the phone;
• Performs contract administration duties, including preparation of daily construction reports, weekly statements of working days, change orders, progress payments, general correspondence, and checking of payroll records, material submittals, and certificates of compliance;
• Assists in investigating and resolving disputes and/or problems, and responds to complaints from the public;
• Conducts sidewalk inspections and follow-up inspections; inspects adjacent properties for damage from construction activity;
• Coordinates work with maintenance staff, other City departments, and public utilities;
• Prepares daily activity records and reports manually and in computer-based format; takes photography and prepares site sketches; and
• Prepares, files and retrieves as-built construction drawings, documents and records;
• Performs related duties as assigned. 

JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of: Applicable laws, regulations, codes, and departmental policies governing the construction of assigned projects; materials, methods, equipment, and techniques used in the construction of a variety of construction projects and structures; basic construction safety practices; soil engineering principles; erosion control storm water protection; word processing; spreadsheets; permitting; maintenance management; pavement management; customer service software; the entire range of construction inspection activities; written reports; taking informative photography; maintaining records, logs, and databases; making mathematical calculations and accurate engineering computations and drawings; surveying procedures, instruments, and equipment; basic construction safety practices; approved engineering methods and standards to the design and construction of a variety of public works projects.

Ability to: Evaluate quality of construction; detect and locate faulty materials and workmanship and determine the stage of construction; read and interpret codes, standards, details, plans, and specifications; make oral and written presentations for meetings with consultants, contractors, property owners, staff, and project teams; communicate effectively and tactfully, both orally and in writing; provide excellent customer service to the public, other agencies, and other City employees; evaluate CCTV footage for sewer lateral assessments; estimate and calculate amounts and costs of materials used in construction.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

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

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (GED).  Technical training and/or a degree in building inspection technology, civil engineering, or a related field is desirable.

Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience as a Building Inspector with a Municipal Building Department performing combination inspections.

Licenses: Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver’s License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles and a satisfactory driving record. Certifications such as Combination Inspector or related are preferred.  

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical agility adequate to inspect construction sites. Requires physical flexibility and dexterity, including the ability to continually stand, bend, stoop, reach, and crouch.  Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, hear voices, and operate telephones.  Must have ability to quickly and accurately see, review, and interpret plans and diagrams and make inspections.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) plans, develops, operates, and maintains transportation facilities, services, and related systems which contribute to the livability and economic health of the City. We comprise a team of more than 500 people ready to serve the needs of our residents to improve the efficiency and safety of San José streets. We are an energetic and innovative team that is improving transportation in one of the nation’s largest cities, while focusing on safety, sustainability, and active public life! For more information about DOT, visit www.sanjoseca.gov/transportation. 

Position Duties:

The Department of Transportation is currently seeking to fill multiple part-time & full-time vacancies for the Parking & Traffic Control Offer classification. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for future opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

This recruitment will be open from Tuesday, July 1, 2025 to Thursday, July 31, 2025.

Priority Screening Date: Applications received by 11:59pm Tuesday, July 8. 2025 will receive priority consideration. The position will remain open until 11:59pm on Thursday, July 31st, 2025 and applications will be reviewed until all positions are filled.

If you are selected, interviews will be conducted on the following dates until all positions are filled:

• Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
• Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
• Tuesday, August 5, 2025
• Wednesday, August 6, 2025
• Tuesday, August 19, 2025
• Wednesday, August 20, 2025

The PTCO position in the DOT Parking Compliance Unit is responsible for:

• Patrolling assigned areas within the City limits and responding to complaints for illegally parked motor vehicles for the purpose of enforcing motor vehicle, roadway, garage and surface lot parking laws and regulations.
• Supports school safety and vehicle abatement programs
• Provides tow support for construction or street maintenance projects. 
• Provides vehicular and pedestrian traffic control during construction projects and special events within the City.
• Provide education and information about parking laws and regulations
• Participates in community outreach activities.
• Patrol coverage areas without a partner by walking or driving
• Work alternate work shifts, including grave and swing, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call.

More information on the typical duties can be found in the Class Specifications for Parking and Traffic Control Officer.   

General

The Principal Planner (Planning Administrator) Major Corridors is responsible for the development of corridor planning efforts on major corridors served by the agency. The person in this position will serve as a project manager or key supportive staff member on high profile, priority projects such as: Dumbarton West Transit Connector (Dumbarton Busway Feasibility Study), the Grand Boulevard Initiative and related El Camino Real/SR-82 corridor planning efforts. SamTrans requires someone with experience leading complex multimodal projects through planning, environmental and design phases.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:       Sunday, August 3, 2025 (1st cutoff Sunday, July 20, 2025)

 

Essential Functions & Duties

Examples of Essential Functions:

• Lead long-range transit and multimodal corridor plans, projects, and studies.

• Manage consultant contracts; approve and monitor project schedule and budget; direct and review consultant work.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance planning projects and initiatives.
• Present SamTrans projects and initiatives to internal and external audiences, including project goals, objectives, and recommendations.
• May supervise staff as needed.

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Perform technical analysis and/or supervise the work of others; integrate principles of transportation and land use planning, transit propensity and equity into planning projects and studies.

• Develop sound project goals, objectives, and methodologies for developing and prioritizing project outcomes and recommendations.
• Prepare reports and presentations to senior staff, board members, and outside agencies and committees.
• Develop and/or supervise development of public outreach plans and conduct field outreach.
• Represent SamTrans on external working groups; participate in regional transit coordination initiatives and facilitate internal collaboration on regional issues.
• Monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; consult with senior management regarding policies and procedures.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect yourself, your fellow employees and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

 

Minimum Qualifications Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to: 

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, transportation planning, transportation engineering, geography, economics, public policy or other directly related field.
• Four (4) years of full-time progressively responsible transportation planning experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working at or with a public transit operator on corridor planning projects.
• Experience leading complex transit priority and bicycle and pedestrian projects through planning, environmental and design phases.
• Experience in technical grant writing and project scoping.
• Strong presentation skills with Boards and committees.
• Experience with GIS and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluent in Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese), or other language often spoken in San Mateo County.

 

 

 

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.      

 

How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date.  Resumes and cover letters will not be accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.  It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that applications are completed with all relevant information (experience, education, certifications, licenses, references and/or other information). 

• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.  If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.   

• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

General

The Operations Contract Administrator reports to the Manager, Bus Contracts, and is responsible for the development and compliance of multiple third-party contracts of the San Mateo County Transit District.

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:       Sunday, August 10, 2025 (1st cutoff Sunday, July 20, 2025)

 

Essential Functions & Duties

• Manage fixed route, paratransit, shuttles, microtransit, and other third-party contracts. 
• Answer inquiries regarding operation from both internal and external customers.
• Investigate, identify and correct operational problems. 
• Develop operational and technical provisions for each service agreement.
• Work with assigned department staff to monitor contract compliance such as monitoring field inspection activity and review reports or writ- ups.
• Design campaigns to encourage superior performance, and providing feedback to contractors for continual improvement, especially in safety-related areas.
• Work directly with private and public entities on route development, scheduling, and reporting on service quality.
• Track budgetary expenditures throughout the year. Prepare monthly reports for assigning performance bonuses or liquidated damages based on contractor performance criteria established in contractual agreements.
• Represent the Bus Contracts Department at consumer advocacy forums, various committee meetings, city council meetings, and SamTrans Board of Directors meetings. Attend meetings with various agencies, both private and public, and city council in development of routes and schedules, coordinates schedule changes with SamTrans and SMCTA planning teams, third-party contractors, other transit providers.
• Collect, organize, and complete monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Examples of Essential Duties:  

• Provide effective team leadership to department staff that incorporates the District’s core values. Provide on-going staff mentoring in application and practice of business ethics while fostering personal growth.
• Review and retrieve information in the Vector EHS Management, Business Intelligence and other District-related databases. 
• Conduct inspections of property and equipment at sites in and around District service area in a variety of weather and road conditions.
• Monitor bus maintenance and substance abuse programs of contractors through frequent random and regular inspections of equipment and records.
• Represent the District at community meetings and serves as SamTrans representative on the multi-agency consortiums.
• Represent SamTrans in contract compliance issues, always keeping the best interests of SamTrans at the forefront of priorities. 
• Collaborate with Accessible Services staff in quality oversight of paratransit service for the senior and disabled community under ADA rules and regulations.
• Perform all job duties independently and with the upmost professional discretion. 
• Responsible for intra-department training in: PeopleSoft, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat. Also responsible for general business systems training for department staff.
• Plan and operate special event transportation services for Bus Contracts.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, full time work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Associates degree in transportation, business or related field.
• Four (4) years of management or supervisory experience in bus operations, or management or supervisory experience of consultants, contractors, vendors or contracted services. 
• Must be able to possess a Valid California driver's license.
• Capable of conducting inspections of property and equipment at sites in and around District service area (San Mateo County, Santa Clara County & San Francisco County) in all types of weather and road conditions.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bus transportation operations (ideally public transit) experience. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Possess the ability to perform detailed work with a high degree of accuracy, thoroughness and independence.
• Able to represent the District in contract compliance issues.
• Valid California driver's license with a safe driving record preferred.

 

 

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.      

 

How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date.  Resumes and cover letters will not be accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.  It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that applications are completed with all relevant information (experience, education, certifications, licenses, references and/or other information). 

• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.  If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.   

• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

General

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:       Sunday, August 31 2025 (1st cutoff Sunday, August 10, 2025)

The Bus Fleet Facilities Infrastructure Department oversees the delivery of major bus fleet and facilities infrastructure projects for SamTrans. The projects include design and construction of zero emission infrastructure (battery electric bus (BEB) charging infrastructure and hydrogen fuel cell electric bus (FCEB) infrastructure) for SamTrans's revenue and non­revenue fleet of nearly 400 vehicles, sea level rise and flood mitigation structures, bus administration, transportation, and maintenance buildings, and other structures at SamTrans' North Base and South Base Maintenance Facilities. 

The Construction Manager will report to the Director, Bus Infrastructure and Capital Projects and will be responsible for establishing standards, policies, and processes to manage the construction of SamTrans projects. This position oversees both the construction and construction management of projects, working with Project Managers, Construction Management Team, and Contractors to ensure successful project delivery. Responsibilities include providing constructability review of Contract Documents prior to advertisement, providing guidance to engineering and construction management staff in the planning, organizing and directing the work of contractors, negotiating changes to project scope or budget, directing the advertise, award, and administration phases of construction, and ensuring project and contract compliance with public contracting law.

Essential Functions & Duties

Examples of Essential Functions:

• Oversee the development of standard construction management manual that can be used for future SamTrans facilities and infrastructure projects in construction.
• Oversees the development of a Construction Quality Management Plan for construction projects.
• The individual selected for this position must demonstrate strong abilities in leadership, self–motivation, and technical acumen as well as extensive staff management and development experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and sound judgment in their area of expertise.
• Managing general engineering consultants that develop provide construction management services.
• Oversees the constructability review process for construction documents prior to bid issuance.
• Managing coordination and communications with project stakeholders.
• Oversee management of the scope, schedule, budget, and quality of infrastructure projects from construction phase to close out.
• Make presentations at SamTrans Board meetings and other public meetings about the construction projects.
• Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders. Obtain input, collaborate, build consensus, and resolve issues if needed.
• Manage consultant and professional level staff. Ensure EEO policies and procedures are followed. Participate in selection of staff. Coordinate staff training and professional development. Establish performance objectives. Monitor and evaluate employee performance.

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Inspects on-going construction projects to ensure improvement and devise capital improvement plans.
• Manages and participates in the development and implementation of Construction Management Manual, Construction Quality Management Plan and other relevant documents to help improve the workflow and development of the department during construction.
• Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work directives for assigned staff or contractors; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff and/or contract service providers to identify and resolve problems.
• Provide constructability reviews and approve final project plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with project managers in the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, requests for proposals, and bid documents for SamTrans’ infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate and collaborate closely with SamTrans project stakeholders.
• Brief Executive Management and the Board on the status, progress, and requirements of SamTrans infrastructure projects.
• Provide direction and guidance to consultant staff responsible for managing infrastructure projects.
• Support development of contract solicitations.
• Investigate, evaluate, and resolve project issues.
• Identify root cause of issues. Determine and present appropriate solutions.
• Review cost estimates, monitor construction schedules and budgets, and monitor work in progress.
• Coordinate the provision of capital project development and implementation services with other departments and divisions.  
• Maintain a full understanding of all technical and regulatory matters affecting bus facility and infrastructure maintenance and construction activities.   
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies during project implementation, and ensure compliance with their administrative guidelines.
• Represent SamTrans before the Board of Directors, city councils, and other state, federal, local, and regional agencies, boards, and before local citizens in public meetings and hearings.
• Develop, negotiate, and monitor contracts and cooperative agreements with other governmental agencies, private consultants, and private contractors.
• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect oneself, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years full-time increasingly responsible management experience in the area of civil, electrical, mechanical, or other related engineering design, construction management, and/or public works project management.
• Three (3) years experience supervising staff on a full-time or project basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced in the management and delivery of complex engineering design projects for public transit agencies.
• Possess Quality Control/Quality Assurance experience.
• Experienced with Storm Water System Management.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the state of California.
• Able to possess a valid California drivers’ license with a safe driving record.

 

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.      

 

How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date.  Resumes and cover letters will not be accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.  It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that applications are completed with all relevant information (experience, education, certifications, licenses, references and/or other information). 

• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.  If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.   

• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. 

General

The Maintenance Instructor is responsible for all the classroom and on-the-job training activities relating to current bus maintenance for the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans), Caltrain, and the San Mateo County Transportation Authority (TA).

  Essential Functions & Duties

• Develops classroom on-the-job training and exit examinations relating to SamTrans Core Maintenance Training Curriculum: Shop Safety and PM Procedures, Core Repair Skills, Air Brake Systems, HVAC Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Multiplex and Charging Systems, Diesel Engine Electronic Controls, Diesel Engine Tune-up and Troubleshooting, Light Duty (hydraulic) Brake Systems, Vehicle Subsystems, HD Steering Hydraulic Systems, and Suspension Systems, Automatic Transmission, ACS Diagnostics & Repair, Fare Collection Equipment, Hybrid Drive Systems, Battery Electric Drive Systems and Fuel Cell Battery Electric Bus Systems, Camera System Maintenance & Repair, Medium Duty Gasoline Engines.
• Serves as one of the principal instructors.  Oversees and evaluates vendor provided training activities.
• Oversees on-the-job training activities, mentors, coaches, guides, and directs progressive maintenance training. Maintains written and electronic records and performs proficient evaluations. 
• Collaborates in the development and implementation of testing programs for bus maintenance personnel.
• Develops and implements all maintenance safety training programs in collaboration with the Safety Department and management. Certifies that District employees meet established requirements for Forklift Operation, Hazardous Materials First Responder, First Aid, CPR, and AED Training.
• Oversees the District’s maintenance training programs.

 

Examples of Duties

• Stays current with new developments in the field of Training and Adult Learning Strategies.  Assesses the effectiveness of in-house training programs and recommends program upgrades with presented examples.
• Conducts skills gap assessments.  Develops a comprehensive training curriculum for all mechanic classifications, including Utility Workers, and reviews and updates as needed based on current technologies.
• Stays current with new technologies as they pertain to District fleets.
• Collaborates on all maintenance programs regarding quality assurance, makes recommendations where necessary to ensure the quality of the workforce training programs, and works with appropriate maintenance management staff to ascertain requirements and changes within industry best practices.
• Helps plan, organize, and execute the SamTrans Maintenance Rodeo and competition teams.  Mentors and coaches the maintenance team at the regional and international competition.
• Assumes the duties of Chair and/or Secretary of the joint Labor-Management Maintenance Training Committee.
• Ensure core curricula follows all regulatory and safety requirements, and best practices.
• Develops and implements training programs for newly hired employees.
• Performs all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm.  Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Six (6) years of related progressive full-time experience as an automotive/truck diagnostic technician, repair technician, or instructor.
• Experience assessing and training others in a classroom or shop environment is required.
• Experience with powertrain electronic controls, on-board Hi-Voltage systems, on-board Hi-pressure systems, ABS, HVAC, and PLC systems is required. 
• Strong oral and written communications skills.  Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Demonstrated journey level mechanic experience showing knowledge, expertise and ability to troubleshoot advanced systems and make repairs.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Zero emission technology including battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell experience highly desired.
• Experience in conducting skills and needs assessment surveys desired.

 

 

 

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions.  Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.      

 

How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date.  Resumes and cover letters will not be accepted in lieu of fully completed applications.  It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that applications are completed with all relevant information (experience, education, certifications, licenses, references and/or other information). 

• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request.  If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.   

• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.  We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.  Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.