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Under general supervision, the Maintenance Worker is assigned to the Streets and Sewers Division of the Public Works Department and is responsible for performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks and operating power-driven road maintenance or construction equipment and trucks.

Examples of duties include:

• Operation and maintenance of power-driven street, sewer, and construction equipment
• Cleaning of sewer lines and storm drains
• Performance of concrete work and other construction and street resurfacing projects

FIELD PIPELINE LOCATOR INTERN!

$18.71 per hour

40-hours per week, Monday through Friday

Work reporting address:  220 Nellen Avenue, Corte Madera

Open until Filled • Apply immediately • Posted 11/6/2020

An exciting opportunity available to gain experience working with a community oriented organization that is committed to contributing to the well-being of the environment!

THE POSITION:

This position is in the Records Department and will require field locating of MMWD underground pipelines and facilities using a Metro Tech 810 DX inductive locator.  The work will be done in roadways and on steep slopes, which will require proper safety gear and safety practices.  In addition, this work will require the ability to interpret GIS mapping data and record drawings to properly identify the location of the underground water lines.  Good communications skills are necessary in order to report and resolve discrepancies found in the field.  Safety Boots required. Work hours will be Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  This position is for up to a six (6) month duration at the Corte Madera location. Anticipated Start Date: January 2021

Now Hiring Full-time, Temporary

WATER OPERATIONS INTERNS!

Open until Filled Apply immediately ~Posted 11/5/2020~

Three exciting opportunities available to gain experience working with a community oriented organization that is committed to contributing to the well-being of the environment!

$18.71 per hour.

40-hours per week, Monday through Friday

Work reporting address:  Varies by assignment

THE POSITIONS:

WATER QUALITY SAMPLING INTERN: (1 position) Under direction of the Water Quality Field Supervisor, Lab Manager and Lab Staff, duties include: assists with distribution system and reservoir water sampling, reservoir algae investigations and reservoir algae treatments, and additional miscellaneous water quality field investigations tasks. Uses sampling equipment such as a chlorine test kit, temperature gauge, zone sampler and a datasonde with hand-held surveyor.  Performs miscellaneous office tasks such as mapping sampling points, working with data and reports, and scanning documents. Additionally, performs maintenance and clean-up work as needed. Safety Boots required. Work hours will be Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  This position is for just under a six (6) month duration at the Corte Madera location. Anticipated Start Date: February 2021.

WATER TREATMENT PLANT INTERN: (1 position) Under the direct supervision of a qualified and licensed Water Treatment Plant Operator, assist with the operation and maintenance of one of three different drinking water facilities. The candidate will be exposed to surface water treatment plant processes, chemical dosing, industry standard calculations, water quality laboratory tests, the operation and maintenance of analyzers, flushing and monitoring of distribution system in remote locations, facility maintenance and ground water quality verification. Safety Boots required. Work hours will be Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at one of three different facilities: San Geronimo Water Treatment Plant in Woodacre; Bon Tempe Water Treatment Plant in Fairfax; Ignacio Water Quality Station in Novato. Optional work schedules maybe considered on a case by case basis. This position is for just under a six (6) month duration.  Anticipated Start Date: February 2021.

WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INTERN: (1 position) Under the direct supervision of a certified Water Distribution Operator, learn how to operate and maintain mechanical, electrical and control equipment.  Perform inspections of mechanical and electrical equipment.  Assist operators in handling consumer calls.  Assist field personnel with confined space entries.  Learn the basics of a potable water distribution system.  Safety Boots required.  Work hours will be Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  This position is for just under a six (6) month duration at the Corte Madera location. Anticipated Start Date: February 2021.

Backflow and Reclamation Specialist

OPEN TO ALL APPLICANTS

Salary:  $6,884 - $8,451 per month

Posted: October 30, 2020

Filing deadline extended from  Monday, November 23, 2020 to:

Monday, December 7, 2020 

by 4:30 p.m. for manual submissions;

5:00 p.m. for online submissions

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The District has one regular, full-time opening for the position of Backflow and Reclamation Specialist in the Environmental and Engineering Services Division.  Interested persons must submit a completed District application and Supplemental Questionnaire to the Human Resources Department.

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, implements and enforces the District’s Cross-Connection Control Program and the Recycled Water Program.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a specialist journey level class within the Environmental and Engineering Division responsible for performing the duties associated with the District’s Cross-Connection Control, Recycled Water, and Water Quality Programs. Duties performed include extensive public contact requiring considerable tact, initiative, and discretion in regards to water and recycled water distribution connections. Incumbents in this class work independently in the field and in the office handling consumer issues, conducting field investigations and surveys, performing inspections and related testing, and monitoring and repairing District-owned backflow prevention assemblies.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides technical advice and support on backflow and recycled water issues to other District employees and the public;
• Performs regular inspection, testing and repair of District owned backflow prevention assemblies and recycled water facilities and minor maintenance and repair;
• Monitors and inspects recycled water sites for compliance with District policies and state regulations;
• Evaluates, develops, and promotes new recycled water sites and uses;
• Conducts annual inspections and tests of recycled water use facilities;
• Performs water quality sampling of the potable and recycled water distribution system, maintains chain of custody records and accurately enters data;
• Generates notices to consumers for regulatory compliance with annual testing/maintenance and installation of backflow prevention assemblies and fireline check valves;
• Coordinates with customer and contractor to facilitate inspections of private fireline check valves;
• Performs cross connection surveys to identify plumbing deficiencies related to cross-connection hazards and educates consumers on methods of abatement and performs follow-up inspections for compliance;
• Performs tank sanitary surveys involving visual inspection, water quality sampling, and disinfection;
• Prepares for and conducts meetings and presentations with consumers, contractors, and developers’ officials such as pre-construction meetings, initial and final inspections;
• Prepares for and conducts various backflow prevention and recycled water training seminars;
• Operates and maintains a computerized database and develops and maintains associated spreadsheets and reports;
• Maintains and tracks a variety of reference lists including private contractors and approved assembly lists for consumers;
• Researches and maintains records and files, prepares detailed correspondence, reports and records;
• Maintains all related database records and files;
• May train and direct the work of others in daily operations or on a project basis;
• Performs a variety of tasks in connection with maintaining safe water quality such as flushing of water mains and a variety of water testing and sampling from distribution pipes.

Shop and Equipment Supervisor

$74,832 - $90,960 Annually

(Reflects a 5% furlough reduction for FY20/21)

Plus excellent benefits

DEADLINE:     Application deadline has been extended to October 31, 2020 due to current COVID-19 situation

The City of San Rafael is seeking a full-time Shop and Equipment Supervisor in the Public Works Department.  Under general supervision, this position supervises preventive maintenance, outfitting, and skilled repair of City fleet and police vehicles and light to heavy-duty trucks and equipment. 

The Shop and Equipment Supervisor is a first full supervisory level in charge of personnel and activities associated with maintaining the City’s fleet of automotive, light, and heavy trucks and equipment.  This position is a working supervisor, participating in the work of the unit as needed.  The position is guided by established policies and procedures, principles of the trade, and supervisory personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Supervises the repair and maintenance of City vehicles and equipment and equipping of new police vehicles and construction equipment.
• Discusses malfunctions or outfitting requirements with users.
• Plans, sets priorities, and assigns work to equipment shop personnel in accordance with overall City priorities and maintenance schedules.
• Provides instruction and direction to less experienced personnel on complex repairs.
• Ensures safe working practices and conditions in the equipment shop.
• Determines cost effectiveness of in-house work versus contracting out specific tasks.
• Reviews feasibility of returning damaged vehicles to service and recommends retirement or scrapping of vehicles.
• Obtains estimates and oversees performance of contract work.
• Approves and processes contract invoices to submit for payment.
• Evaluates employees and documents disciplinary problems under direction.
• Participates in interviews and related employee selection procedures.
• Identifies needs for and recommends training for employees.
• Estimates annual material and equipment needs to assist in budgeting.
• Orders and maintains inventory of common stock items.
• Maintains records and prepares reports.
• Road tests, inspects, troubleshoots and repairs automobiles, trucks and equipment.
• Handles all vehicle accidents to equipment with insurance and body shops for collection of payment.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE of/ABILITY to: 

• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, methods and materials used in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of gasoline and diesel-powered automobiles, light trucks, and heavy trucks and equipment.
• Knowledge of use, adjustment, and care of test equipment and had and power tools common to the trade.
• Knowledge of mathematical calculations required in mechanical work.
• Knowledge of safe working practices and shop conditions.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, assign, and review work.
• Ability to troubleshoot and determine causes of malfunctions in automotive and construction equipment.
• Ability to repair and perform preventive maintenance and overhauls on automotive and heavy truck systems and equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic apparatus, special braking systems, and power drives.
• Ability to keep accurate records and reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with equipment users, subordinates, and other City personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret repair manuals, parts manuals, and schematic diagrams.
• Ability to order, store and inventory parts and equipment.

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid California Class “B” driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record. 
• Must be willing to work underground in confined places, in and near bacterially contaminated liquids, and in exposure to unpleasant and potentially hazardous conditions.
• Must be willing to work overtime and on call as needed for emergency repairs.
• Incumbents assigned to this job classification are subject to Department of Transportation’s Drug and Alcohol Regulations.

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skill and ability outlined above is:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Completion of an apprenticeship or other training and education leading to journey-level status as a heavy equipment mechanic, AND
• Three (3) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of automotive light, and heavy trucks and equipment, including one (1) year in a lead or supervisory capacity.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

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

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  Application appraisal, oral board examination, and written examination.  The passing point for the oral and/or written examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check, DMV check, credit check, pre-employment physical, and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Follow this link to submit your application: https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20033953

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at 415-4

Performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance duties in the installation, construction, repair and maintenance of City utilities and system operations, including the skilled operation of power-driven equipment.