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TEMPORARY MAINTENANCE WORKER

TEMPORARY- Full-Time, Non-Benefited

$15.00-$26.00 per hour DOE (Depending on experience)

This position is open until filled

The Position:

Under supervision, performs unskilled and semi-skilled tasks relating to trees in park strips, City park and recreation facilities, public grounds, and median islands. This is an entry level position with the opportunity to develop tree care skills and become familiar with work methods and standards of employment in a City setting. This position may also work on special projects or help in other sections should the need arise.

Typical Duties:

Performs a variety of tree maintenance tasks including watering, pruning, trimming, raking up plant material, and planting. Candidate will be trained to operate tree maintenance equipment and motor vehicles such as water trucks and chippers; power tools, hand tools and related equipment; performs routine maintenance work in the care of tools and supplies; operates blowers, rakes leaves, and assists with setting up traffic control; may be required to work weekends, holidays, or in the event of emergencies; and performs other related work as required.

Employment Standards:

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Tree maintenance experience is desirable, but not required.

Knowledge of:  Basic methods, supplies and tools used in the care of trees.

Ability to: Perform all duties as assigned; may perform heavy labor; operate and maintain a variety of equipment; understand and carry out written and oral instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and vendors; and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with the public, being respectful and empathetic to their situation.

Possession of:  Valid California Driver's License. 

City employment applications may be obtained from the City of Campbell, Human Resources Division, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008; or by visiting the City’s website at www.cityofcampbell.com or at www.calopps.org. This position is open until filled.

Information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute an expressed or implied contract.  The Human Resources Office will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise the Human Resources Office of such special needs at the time of application.  The City of Campbell is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or medical condition.

Building Attendant – Neighborhood Special Events

Part-Time Temporary Non-Benefited Position

The City of Cupertino Recreation and Community Services Department has openings for the following positions: Building Attendant for Neighborhood Special Events.

Position: Building Attendant

Hours per week: 15 to 20 (approximate)

Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.00

(Part-Time Temporary Non-Benefited Position, work hours are limited to no more than 995 hours per fiscal year)

Definition

The City of Cupertino is looking for self-motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable individuals to work as Building Attendants. This position is assigned primarily to the neighborhood special events program taking place in the parks, and may occasionally staff other City of Cupertino facilities and/or special events. Under limited supervision, the Building Attendant is responsible for setting-up/taking down equipment at venues for programs and events, opening and closing buildings, assisting staff in operating audio-visual equipment, monitoring park usage for compliance with rules and rental parameters, greeting customers, and completing pre-event and post-event inspections and paperwork. May perform additional duties as assigned. The schedule may vary from week to week, based on programs. 

Typical Job Functions

Prepare, open, and close facilities for reservations, programs, special events, and public use.

Arrange furniture and equipment for events and ensure set-up is correct.

Set-up audio/visual equipment.

Remove trash in and around buildings.

Guard against abuse to all City building and park facilities.

Perform related work as required.

Qualifications
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Excellent customer service techniques.

Knowledge of:

General procedures of audio/visual equipment.

Supplies and equipment used on the job.

Standards of efficient and safe work.

Basic principles and practices of custodial work.

Ability to:

Meet time deadlines and display strong time management skills.

Show work initiative.

Follow written directions and drawings in setting-up parks, rooms, and facilities for programs or events.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.

Follow and understand written and oral instructions.

Establish and maintain building and park security.

Work independently, often with limited supervision or direction.

Adhere to the safety procedures, practices, and policies of the City.

Must be able to provide own transportation to and from work.

Education:
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent. College level courses in environmental education, recreation, or related fields are desirable. 

Licenses and Certifications:

Must have, or have the ability to get, a Class C California driver’s license.

Must be CPR and First Aid certified within the first six months of employment. CPR and First Aid certification is offered during In-Service Training. 

Physical Requirements:
Must be able to perform physical activities that require substantial use of body, arms, and/or legs. On a continuous basis, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, and reach. Lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less.

The Selection Process
Applicants must complete an official City of Cupertino application and return it to Human Resources or apply online at www.calopps.org. Final Filing Deadline: open until filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in this job announcement. Applicants possessing the most desirable qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which may include a written examination and/or panel interview. Failure to list work experience or stating “See Resume” in the employment history section of the application will be considered an incomplete application and subject to rejection.

The City of Cupertino is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religion, color, sex (including gender and pregnancy), sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, genetic characteristics, and physical or mental disability. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Cupertino Human Resources upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.

How to Apply
City employment applications may be obtained from the City of Cupertino Human Resources, 10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino, CA, by calling (408) 777-3227, or by visiting our website at www.cupertino.org.  To apply online, visit www.calopps.org. Completed City employment applications and supporting materials must be received by the City’s Human Resources no later than the final filing date. Postmarks or late applications will not be accepted. Applications received through fax transmission by the final filing date are acceptable only on the condition that the original application is received no later than by 5 p.m. one week following the closing date. Applications must be filled out completely. Failure to list work experience or stating “See Resume” in the employment history section of the application will be considered an incomplete application and subject to rejection. Resumes may be attached separately. Appointment to this position is contingent upon passing a pre-employment fingerprinted criminal history records check and the ability to provide verification of authorization to work in the United States. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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

The Open Space Area Superintendent is a challenging position offering a wide variety of responsibilities and opportunities to exercise independent judgment while managing District preserves, managing a staff of sworn District Peace Officers, coordinating emergency response, dealing with the stakeholders and the public, representing the agency at public meetings and working cooperatively with other departments within the agency.  For additional information about the duties and responsibilities for this position, see the Job Description page of the District website.

The Open Space District is a regional greenbelt system in the Santa Cruz Mountain region comprised of over 63,000 acres of land in 26 open space preserves, protected for public enjoyment and recreation. As a small organization that’s mission driven, every employee at the District makes an impact. If you are looking for a challenging opportunity to contribute to the legacy of open space preservation, we invite you to apply.

Peace Officer Standards: This position requires the incumbent meet the standards for being a Peace Officer as outlined in Government Code Section 1031. This includes successful completion of a PC 832 training or Basic Police Academy within the last three years, unless the applicant is currently working as a California Peace Officer.

Basic Job Requirements: Must have the ability to lead and direct staff; write and present information effectively in English; work cooperatively with others with tact and diplomacy; plan and manage a budget for the assigned area; enforce pertinent laws and regulations; administer first aid and CPR; operate emergency patrol vehicles and two-way radios; perform wild land fire suppression duties as needed.

Licenses and Certifications Needed: A valid California driver license; valid professional rescuer CPR certificate and Medical First Responder or equivalent; or, the ability to obtain required certificates prior to completion of the employment probationary period; Incident Command System (ICS) courses as specified by NIMS; District approved Fire Suppression Training Certification.

Education & Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in park management, law enforcement, natural resource management, natural sciences or related field is preferred; five years of increasingly responsible experience in the protection, operation, or maintenance of a park, forest, public recreation area, or the provision of emergency services is required with two years of supervisory, management, or administrative experience.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in a combination of indoor and outdoor environments.  Outdoor work includes exposure to inclement weather conditions. This requires the ability to travel on foot, off trail, and in rugged terrain.  Also requires the ability to perform all related emergency services and maintenance and construction work on District lands. Work times may include evening, weekend and holiday hours.

Employee Benefits: The Open Space District provides a competitive benefits package including health, life & disability insurance as well as CalPERS pension. Detailed information is available on the Benefits page of the District website.

HOW TO APPLY:  Final Filing Date: Monday June 4, 2018 at 5:00 pm. Apply online via CalOpps.org. 

The following four application items are REQUIRED in order to be considered for the position:
(1) Employment application (2) Resume (3) Letter of interest in the position and (4) Supplemental question responses. Incomplete applications will not be considered for the position. Applicants with the most ideal experience and qualifications will be contacted for interviews.

INTERVIEW DATES & HIRING PROCESS: First interviews are on June 14, 2018 and second interviews are on June 20, 2018.

Candidates selected to advance after completing the first interview will be required to successfully complete the Peace Officer Standards & Training Personal History Statement, as well as an in depth background investigation and psychological and fitness testing. It is recommended to review the 27 page Personal History Statement and the required documents on the POST website at www.post.ca.gov/forms.aspx, select "Background/Hiring" and form 2-251, Personal History Statement for details on the information and certificates you will be required to provide.

The Public Works Department is currently recruiting for a Communications Technician for the Radio Communications Shop.   

The Radio Communications shop maintains the communication system for the City of San José that is used by multiple departments, such as:  Police, Fire, Department of Transportation, Parks Recreation Neighborhood Services (Park Rangers), and Public Works (Animal Care & Services).  The City of San José public safety and city services depend upon the use of commercial radio communications equipment.  For police officers and firefighters, radio communications is the primary means of communicating with the 9-1-1 dispatch center in performing their duties.  These vast stand-alone radio systems with fault-tolerant designs are essential to providing the public with reliable emergency response services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year with demand for system survivability through any catastrophic event.

Key Responsibilities:

• Installation, maintenance and repair of mobile and portable radios, base and control stations, microwave systems, dispatch consoles, central electronic banks (CEB), voting receivers and comparators, digital Microwave system and P25 Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems.
• Respond to trouble reports, perfom preventative maintenance and project assignments.  
• May update technical documentation including wiring block assignments, CEB programming and configurations, as-built drawings of installed equipment at City radio sites, specialized vehicular installations, and diagrams of the City’s various communications systems.
• May provide recommendations for process improvement changes with the input of technical staff.
• May construct and/or modify communications equipment and perform research on new equipment.

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.

NEW AT THE CITY OF SAN JOSE - HIRING INCENTIVE PILOT PROGRAM!

Hiring Incentive Pilot Program – Effective January 1, 2017, new Electrician I/II hires will receive a one-time, non-pensionable lump sum payment of $5,000 (new Electrician I hires) or $6,000 (new Electrician II hires); employees receiving the incentive would be required to forfeit and/or refund it to the City if they leave City service or transfer to a City position not represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) on or before their one-year anniversary of passing probation as Electrician II. NOTE - The Hiring Incentive pilot program is currently scheduled to last for a maximum of two (2) years.

Electrician I: annual salary range is $77,916.80 - $94,806.40, hourly range is $37.46 - $45.58

Electrician II: annual salary range is $81,848.00 - $99,569.60, hourly range is $39.35 - $47.87

The City of San José is accepting applications for the position of Electrician I/II. Written exams are conducted monthly. Candidates passing all phases of the examination process will be placed in a qualified candidate group to be considered for filling present and future vacancies. 

Electrician I is the entry level class in the Electrician series. Incumbents are provided with training and experience to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the full range of installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment. Electrician I incumbents must complete training, be appointed and pass probation as an Electrician II to retain employment. Electrician II is the journey level class in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment, working independently under general supervision.

Electricians are responsible for installing, maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and operating high and low voltage/amperage electrical components, systems and equipment including: locating problems; determining appropriate courses of action; and coordinating repairs with affected parties. They design, fabricate, and install electrical systems and components and install wiring and electrical equipment, ensuring code compliance. Electricians review work orders, maintain activity logs, prepare requisitions and obtain approval for various projects. Duties may also include purchasing electrical supplies, including: filling out paperwork; coordinating purchases; and, choosing vendors. They are responsible for responding to occasional emergencies, evaluating and taking required actions and determining if support is needed.

Electricians may perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Electricians in the Department of Transportation are responsible for the ongoing maintenance and improvements of San Jose's streetlight and traffic signal systems. Responsibilities may include installation and maintenance of fiber optic cable, speed radar signs, video detection, traffic monitoring cameras, and 'smart' LED streetlights.

Electricians at the Airport are responsible for a wide range of equipment and systems in a 24/7/365 operation, including repair, installation, operation, and maintenance. Responsibilities may include airfield/airport specific systems and equipment such as series lighting circuits, constant current regulators, airfield lighting control systems, and airfield lights. In addition, responsibilities may include interior and exterior lighting fixtures (including high mast ramp lighting, street lighting, parking lot lighting, etc), lighting control systems, building management systems, access control systems, fire alarm systems, power management systems, building distribution systems and equipment up to 12kv, motor control equipment, baggage handling systems, emergency generators, vehicle gate operators, pump stations and fiber optics.

Shift schedules are based upon the needs and requirements of the Airport, and may require rotation assignments or assignment to a specific shift. Weekend and holiday work may be required, and standby time may be required.

Public Works electrician duties include: new construction, remodels, small tenant improvement projects, lighting retrofit projects, maintenance of pump stations (includes motor controls and PLC's and computerized alarm and monitoring of pumps, etc.), emergency generators, fire alarm systems, vehicle gate operators, badge access controls, lighting control systems, electrical building distribution systems and equipment up to and including 12kv, installing cat 5 and fiber optic networks and maintenance of all City buildings. They also set up temporary power for numerous special events on weekends and public address setups. PW provides standby Electricians 24/7.

Depending upon assignment, Swing Shift, Graveyard Shift, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

Competencies

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

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

Communication Skills - communicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form.

Computer Skills - experience with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. 

Electrical Safety and Safe Work Practices - demonstrates familiarity and experience with Lock Out/Tag Out, safe operation of tools and equipment, and proper use of personal protective gear. 

Problem Solving - approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.

Team Work & Interpersonal Skills - demonstrates a positive attitude and flexibility along with the ability to develop effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

THE PROCESS

One part-time, temporary position is available now (posted May 2018). The position is open until filled; applications will be reviewed as they are received. To be considered for this opportunity, please apply online through www.calopps.org.

THE POSITION

The Facility Attendant will greet visitors to the Joan Pisani Community Center and serve as the first point of contact during evening and weekend activities and rentals. The ideal candidate should enjoy working with people and have an interest in serving the public.

The position will typically work on two or three weekday evenings (Mon.-Fri.), approximately 5:00-9:30 pm, two Saturdays each month (approximately 6 hours, daytime or evening), and two Sundays (daytime or evening); Specific work schedule to be determined, and may be variable based on the weekly recreation program schedule. A typical schedule will be about 15 hours per week.

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Provide friendly and professional customer service by means of greeting Community Center users, serving as main point of contact during activities and events, and maintaining a consistent presence for users at all times.
• Explain and follow City and department policies and procedures.
• May assist user group with indoor or outdoor event set up and take down of equipment and/or furniture such as tables, chairs, podiums, and A/V equipment.
• Locks and unlocks facility doors; secures buildings.
• Updates attendance sheets, tally sheets and user status sheets.
• May perform clean up duties as needed, including but not limited to: move and arrange furniture and equipment, restroom cleaning, sweeping and mopping, and garbage pick-up and removal.

The City of Milpitas is seeking a Human Resources Director.   

The Human Resources Director reports to the City Manager and works closely with elected officials, peer department heads, and the City-wide organization providing progressive leadership and innovative approaches and programs to benefit City operations.  The ideal candidate will be collaborative, approachable, an open communicator, and a credible advisor who is committed to mentorship and the professional growth of the City organization.

Key priorities for the position include serving as the primary contact for projects related to leadership development, employee recognition, outreach initiatives, special projects, and collaborative work with all levels of the City organization.  The Human Resources Director will also lead initiatives to improve and update the City's recruitment, benefits, and labor relations practices.

To view the full announcement for this exciting opportunity, please visit the City of San José’s employment page by clicking on the link below.

Then click on the “Management Recruitments” link. 

City of San José Employment Page