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STREET MAINTENANCE OPERATOR I/II

Open: Friday, September 21, 2018

Closed: Friday, October 5, 2018

(or until 125 applications are received, whichever occurs first)

A completed online employment application and questionnaire is REQUIRED

Incomplete or late applications will NOT be accepted.

Resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the required employment application.

Position Summary

Under immediate supervision (Street Maintenance Operator I) or general supervision (Street Maintenance Operator II), performs semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, repair, and construction work assigned to the streets division; operates maintenance and construction tools and equipment; performs a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Street Maintenance Operator I: This is the entry level class in the Street Maintenance Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Street Maintenance Operator II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to workers in this series. Employees at this level are not expected to perform with the same independence of direction and judgment on matters related to establish 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 work experience not directly related. Employees work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks.

Street Maintenance Operator II: This is the full journey level class within the Street Maintenance Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Street Maintenance Operator 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 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 level I.

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. Handle complaints and answer questions from the public.

2. Perform general electrical, painting, plumbing and carpentry work as needed.

3. Make minor adjustments on service equipment; maintain tools and equipment in working order.

4. Oversee the work of community service workers.

5. Maintain logs of daily activities.

6. Assist in other areas as needed.

7. Perform related duties as required.

8. Repair and replace street surfaces, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters including back filling trenches and evacuations.

9. Perform the maintenance, repair, construction, and installation work of streets, storm drain, parking lots, street lights, traffic striping, and traffic control signs and signals.

10. Remove hazards from the roadway and other public rights of way.

11. Operate a variety of motorized equipment and specialized maintenance equipment.

12. Perform repaving, patching, overlaying, chuck hole, and crack sealing repair of asphalt.

13. Perform underground service alert locating, marking and notification.

14. Lay out and install traffic signs and pavement markings.

15. Repair and maintain storm drain lift stations.

16. Conduct traffic count surveys.

17. Maintain storm detention ponds, including cleaning, repairing, and spraying weeds.

18. Respond to hazardous materials spills.

How do you know you are in the City of East Palo Alto? East Palo Alto is one of the youngest cities in California. It covers only 2.5 square miles and has roughly 30,000 residents. East Palo Alto is a small community that is far different than its Silicon Valley Neighbors. Two central streets run through the City.

The Maintenance Division maintains all City streets and public alleyways, repairs curbs and sidewalks, and trims all trees located adjacent to city streets and traffic medians. The Maintenance Division is responsible for maintaining City facilities, parks, storm drain systems, street lights, and other tasks as assigned.

Be a part of this exceptional Division. The Maintenance Division is looking for a Maintenance Worker who is a go-getter, someone who is not afraid to learn new things, work hard, is a team player and willing to grow.  Construction experience is a plus. Continuing education is important to this division and a willingness to learn is a must for this position. The ideal candidate will have concrete and asphalt experience and know the importance of continuing education.

If you want to be part of the future of East Palo Alto – APPLY NOW!

THE FIRST 200 APPLICANTS OR APPLICATIONS RECEIVED BY 5:00 P.M. ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2018 (WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST) WILL BE CONSIDERED

THE POSITION

Under supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Worker I performs entry level unskilled, semi-skilled, or skilled labor in construction, maintenance, and related service activities applied to the areas of general landscaping, grounds maintenance and street maintenance.

TYPICAL TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Grounds Maintenance:  Operate  mowers  and  other  equipment  and  tools  for  purposes  of  cutting  grass,  trimming  trees  and  shrubs, and planting and transplanting flowers, bulbs, shrubs and trees.
• Storm Prevention Maintenance:  Assist in cleaning ditches, culverts and storm drains.
• Street Maintenance: Assist in repainting of pavement markings, basic pothole and street repair; installation and repair of street signs and markers; mixing and application of Class III pesticide materials.
• Vehicle/Equipment Maintenance:  Assist in the care, maintenance and cleaning of vehicles, tools and equipment.
• General:  Contact residents concerning maintenance and service problems; refer complaints and requests to proper supervisory personnel. Assist supervisory personnel in preparing and maintaining proper records and logs. Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

APPLICATION

The first 200 applicants or applications received by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 (whichever occurs first) will be considered.  Applications are accepted online at www.calopps.org. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.

SELECTION

At least fifty (50) of the most highly qualified applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be subjected to a written test tentatively scheduled for Friday, October 26, 2018.  You will be notified of your scheduled testing time and location. Those passing the written test will be invited to an oral interview and a practical test.  Applicants must receive a passing score in each test and at least 70% total score to be placed on the eligibility list.  The final score will be comprised of:  40% for the written test; 40% for the interview; and 20% for the practical test.  

IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT

To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all new employees are required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States on their first day of employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Pleasant Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), requests for special accommodations during any stage of the examination process should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department.

The City of Thousand Oaks is seeking a new Sustainability Division member to contribute to the team’s efforts in reducing resource use in City operations through analysis, planning, and implementation of sustainability strategies and best practices. This individual’s initial responsibilities will be to lead energy plan development for municipal facilities and the community. Moving forward the individual will coordinate, develop and implement climate action and resilience plans for the City.

The primary responsibilities of the analyst will be to:

• Collect, organize and manage sustainability-related data, in particular that related to energy use, greenhouse gas emissions and sustainability metrics.
• Coordinate implementation and roll-out of Energy Information System with third-party vendor and City Facilities Division.
• Develop greenhouse gas inventories for municipal operations and for the city using software tools.
• Use business intelligence and/or data analytics software to analyze, visualize and report energy, water, waste and emissions data.
• Develop Energy Plans for the community and for municipal operations.
• Coordinate development of City’s Climate Action Plan.
• Assist with technical analysis and modeling of distributed energy resources (solar and batteries) for City properties. Conduct feasibility and assessment.
• Assist with evaluation of energy options for wastewater treatment plant (biogas, co-generation, anaerobic digesters, solar, fuel cell, battery storage).
• Evaluate distributed energy resources at City sites.
• Assist with development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure plan and implementation.
• Provide support for City’s participation in Community Choice Energy program.
• Represent City within local, regional and state energy efficiency and climate change organizations and present at professional meetings and associated forums.
• Coordinate with other agencies on energy and climate-related initiatives.
• Prepare and present technical and staff reports for department, Council and other stakeholders.
• Communicate with community on sustainability-related issues through written and verbal means including phone, email, in person, blogs, website and other media.

FINAL FILING DATE: Open Until Filled.  First cut-off is October 5, 2018.

Following the first cut-off date, resumes/applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined below. The most qualified candidates will be invited to interviews.

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 Utility Government Relations Supervisor (current formal title: Department Government Relations Administrator) in the Electric and Environmental Utilities Departments.  The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 –5 pm; a flex schedule may be available.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To plan, organize, direct and supervise the activities and operations of an assigned department’s governmental relations and legislative programs with federal, State, regional and local government entities through advocacy, coalition-building and public education; to research, analyze and coordinate advocacy efforts advancing a variety of department specific activities including legislative services, regulatory engagement grassroots lobbying, grants, and development of policy and strategy,   and to provide highly responsible technical support to the department Director.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general direction from the citywide Government Relations Administrator and reports directly to a higher level department manager.
• Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional and administrative personnel.

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

• Direct and supervise department specific legislative and regulatory activities and strategy; recommend and implement goals and objectives; establish performance standards and methods for department government relations and legislative program activities and operations; develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Track pertinent state and federal legislation and regulatory matters, specific to department operations and activities, and monitor legislative and regulatory developments; recommend positions on key bills or regulatory matters; provide analyses and reports to department management and Citywide Governmental Relations Administrator about federal, state and regional legislative and regulatory proposals, hearings, and activities and their impact on department operations.
• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of staff involved in tracking and responding to legislative and regulatory activities impacting departments operations and activities.
• Establish and maintain  effective working relationships with the City's state and federal delegations and staff and interest groups; direct contact with federal, state, and local elected officials and administrative agencies on legislation, state and regional issues, and regulatory matters; develop, plan and facilitate meetings between City officials, regional, state and national elected officials and organizations.
• Assist with the oversight of contract lobbyists.
• Develop and coordinate grassroots lobbying strategies as they relate to department operations; analyze problems and identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
• Assist department staff to influence federal and State executive, legislative and administrative agencies through written arguments and oral testimony; brief and prepare department staff to testify at meetings and hearings; make presentations at legislative and regulatory hearings.     
• Research and prepare state and federal grants applications for assigned department; prepare and present periodic presentations for City staff regarding grant applications
• Train department staff in State and federal legislative and budget processes.
• Identify, establish, and maintain close working relationships with community-based and civic organizations and individuals engaged in government affairs to further the department’s objectives. 
• Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for staffing, equipment, material and supplies; monitor and control expenditures.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public regarding the City’s legislative platform and positions on key legislation, policy and regulatory matters. 
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of legislative and administrative processes, laws and regulation.
• Principles and methods of effective advocacy and group process techniques.
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
• Principles and practices of research analysis and management.
• Principles and practices of public administration including planning, organizing, staffing, leading and controlling.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluations.
• Principles of budget monitoring.
• Principles and practices of work safety.

Ability to:

• Organize, implement and direct government relations and legislative program operations and activities for an assigned department.
• On a continuous basis, analyze budget and technical reports, interpret and evaluate staff reports; read and interpret complex laws, regulations and codes; problem solve department related issues; remember various rules and procedures; and explain and interpret policy.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time.  Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and communicate through written means.
• Monitor federal and state legislative issues; inform staff of potential impact on existing and future city operations.
• Interpret and explain pertinent program services, departmental, and City policies and procedures.
• Develop and monitor an assigned program budget.
• Develop and recommend policies and procedures related to assigned operations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including subordinates, peers, senior management, elected officials, community groups and the general public.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• Four (4) years of professional legislative, regulatory or local government advocacy experience as it relates to the operations and activities of the assigned department, including issue management, public relations, public affairs, and public presentations.

AND

Training:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably with major coursework in public administration, political science, planning, economics, communications, or history.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license 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 of publicly owned utility related legislative and/or regulatory advocacy experience do you have?

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

4. Briefly describe your experience working in any of the following policy areas. Include any experience in advocacy, legislative, and regulatory venues.  Highlight any experience with municipal or other publicly owned utilities.

• Wastewater
• Recycled Water
• Drinking Water
• Energy

5. What are the top three policy challenges or opportunities that you anticipate for municipal utilities in California within the next 5 years for the area(s) you discussed in Question 4?

6. Other than those listed in Question 4, discuss any additional policy areas and venues (advocacy, legislative, regulatory, local, state, federal) where you have experience and / or interest?

SELECTION PROCESS

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination.  The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.  Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List.  Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations.  Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

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 City of Sunnyvale invites applications for the position of Environmental Programs Manager.  This position oversees the implementation of environmental programs which may include services for solid waste management, water pollution prevention, and/or sustainability.  This position plans, coordinates, monitors and promotes the City’s environmental programs and services and is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of assigned staff.  Minimum qualifications are a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Environmental Science, Social Science, Engineering or a related field; and four years of experience in developing, promoting and operating environmental programs, including some lead or supervisory experience.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package.  A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The final filing date is October 4, 2018 at 5:00 pm. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov.

Salary: $117,003 - $137,650 Annually

The City of San Bruno is recruiting for

Public Works

Maintenance Worker I/II 

Filing Deadline: Friday, October 5, 2018 at 5:00pm

Maintenance Worker I:  $51,660 - $63,396 Annually 

Maintenance Worker II: $59,412- $72,912 Annually  

The Position

The City of San Bruno is currently recruiting to fill vacancies in the Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II classification. Candidates may be assigned to the Street, Storm, Wastewater or Water  divisions. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled and/or skilled tasks in maintenance work; operates equipment in construction; performs repair, maintenance, and replacement of City water, wastewater, street, and storm drainage facilities and systems, and other duties as assigned. 

The Department 

The Public Works Department is comprised of the street & storm, wastewater, water, central garage, and engineering & administration divisions. The Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II position will work at the Corporation Yard as part of the Maintenance and Operations Division. This division is responsible for the maintenance and repair of City water, wastewater, street and storm infrastructure.

Ideal Candidate 

The ideal candidate is a self-starting, independent individual capable of working in a team-oriented environment.  The Public Works Department is looking for a candidate that has a desire to learn a variety of maintenance tasks and has the interest in long-term professional development. 

The successful candidate will have the ability to perform skilled maintenance, construction, and repair work in the area of work assigned; perform heavy manual tasks; work safely and adhere to established safety principles and practices; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public; work effectively in the absence of close supervision; operate a variety of vehicles and equipment in a safe and effective manner; read and interpret basic maps and blueprints; understand and carry out written and oral instructions. 

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• The Maintenance Worker I/II position requires graduation from high school or GED equivalent and/or any combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California drivers license and a Commercial Driver’s License certification (class B license) by completion of probationary period.

Necessary Knowledge and Skills 

Applicants should possess knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities including: hazards associated with the work and proper safety precautions; traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in truck and heavy equipment operations; purposes and uses of a variety of vehicles, equipment, power tools and hand tools including motorized, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment; standards relating to installation, location and required maintenance of traffic signs and pavement markings; properties of backfill materials, construction materials, concrete, asphalt, hot patch, cold patch, oils, paints, and a variety of other materials used in maintenance work; equipment, methods, and materials used in the installation, repair, maintenance, and cleaning of wastewater and water mains, lines and related facilities; pipefitting and cement work; preparation and operation of spray painting equipment; methods of fabricating and installing street signs.

Applicants should possess skill in operation of motorized vehicles and equipment such as dump trucks, pick up trucks, utility trucks, back hoes, street sweepers, sewer flushers, tampers, plate compactors, saws, pumps, compressors, sanders, generators, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radios, phone.

Excellent Benefits

• CalPERS retirement (2.7%@55 classic member or 2%@62 new member) 
• Medical, dental and vision benefits provided with employee contribution 
• Life insurance equal to one year’s annual salary  
• Long term disability insurance provided at no cost to employee 
• Opportunity for bilingual incentive pay up to 2.5% of salary 
• Home loan assistance program 
• Credit union membership 
• Tuition reimbursement 

Application Process 

Candidates are encouraged to read the entire job description prior to submitting an application. Interested candidates may apply on line at www.calopps.org.  Applicants must complete a required supplemental questionnaire as part of the application.  After an initial screening of applications, candidates that best fit the needs of the Department will be invited to participate further in the recruitment process.   

Filing Deadline: Friday, October 5, 2018 at 5:00pm

The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.  If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

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DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position functions as a facilities coordinator, coordinating maintenance and repairs with Public Works and outside service providers for the police campus. This position is the key point of contact for Police Department staff requesting maintenance and repairs as well as working with maintenance and repair vendors. this position is responsible for building maintenance for the Police Campus, including the Southern Police Substation.  This position works closely with Program Managers and other city departments to ensure maintenance and repair work is scheduled and completed in a timely manner. 

Specific duties include but are not limited to:

     * Central contact person for all facility issues for Police campuses (PAB, PAC, Special Operations, and the Health Building).  Works with:

               o Command Staff, Sworn, and civilian Police Personnel

               o City General Services

               o Other City Departments (i.e. DOT)

               o City IT

               o Outside Contractors 

               o Outside Vendors

     * Makes minor repairs that do not require work order requests.

     * Submits work order requests (to General Services and/or IT HELPDESK) for building maintenance, building repair, safety issues, or telephone repair issues.

     * Works in conjunction with General Services in prioritizing and determining the level of repairs needed.

     * Orchestrates and assists in the placement of temporary heavy equipment.

     * Makes Department wide notifications regarding major repairs and affected areas.

     * Keeps Unit Commanders informed of issues that directly affect their unit or personnel.

     * Works with custodial supervisors and staff.

     * Transports unnecessary furniture to City Surplus.

     * Transports large discard items to City corp. yard for disposal.

     * Maintains battery recycling infrastructure.

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.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process.  Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical/writing exercise.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 

Please describe your experience which meets the requirements for Maintenance Worker II. In your response, please list qualifying experiences in the following format: name of institution/employer, duration of employment, full-time or part-time status, and job duties. Your response should be consistent with your work history (Please note: One year of work experience = 2,080 hours.)

Please list the specific tools and equipment you are proficient at     operating and using in the maintenance and repair of streets, sewers, and public   facility areas. In your response, include how recently you used them and the type of work performed.

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

If you have questions about the selection or hiring processes, please contact Rose Lara via email at rose.lara@sanjoseca.gov.

POSITION

The Maintenance Services Division of the Public Works Department is seeking an experienced Building Maintenance Worker II to provide maintenance support for all public facilities, such as City Hall, Historic Homes, Fire Stations, Police Department, Recreation facilities and Rental Housing.  

This is a full-time (40 hours/week) temporary position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Build, assemble, transport, install, and/or repair facility furnishings and fixtures.
- Provide onsite coordination/consultation with and communication to outside contractors regarding the location and repair of systems and structures bordering the area involved in the contract work.
- Perform heavy equipment operation.
- Perform rough and finish maintenance carpentry and plastering on commercial, public, and residential buildings.
- Repair and replace doors, windows, building hardware, fencing and gates.
- Perform construction carpentry and cabinet-making.
- Maintain, repair, and construct roof systems.
- Perform general maintenance and repair work on glazing materials, floor coverings, ceramic tiles, and concrete and masonry work.
- Design, fabricate, and weld steel fixtures.
- Prepare, wash, sand, and patch surfaces to be painted or stained.
- Paint a variety of interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spraying equipment.
- Use stain, varnish, and lacquer in finishing cabinets, countertops, doors, and other wood surfaces.
- Other necessary duties as required.