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This is an opportunity for an exceptional strategic thinker to lead work units responsible for the critical operations related to providing clean safe drinking water and water for life safety for customers and visitors of  Central and Southern Marin County.

The Marin Municipal Water District is recruiting for an Operations Director to serve as a senior leader fostering innovation through effective leadership, administrative oversight and policy direction, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance, for the various units within the newly established Operations Department. Under the direction of the General Manager, provides targeted focus on the operational business side of the organization. The Operations Department is comprised of staff engaged in the operations, maintenance and delivery of safe and potable water through water supply, treatment, storage, distribution, maintenance and water quality activities including backflow prevention, laboratory services and regulatory compliance. 

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a strong background in water utility operations and a proven ability to resolve largescale complex problems, foster continuous improvement to advance organizations by staying abreast of and applying industry best practices and effectively leading teams of professionals providing critical services to the community in a highly regulated environment. 

The District: The District is a medium-sized, municipal, water agency with a Board of Directors/General Manager form of government, 240 full-time employees and a $112,000,000 combined annual operating and capital budget for FY 2019.  Annually, the District delivers water to 190,000 residents and businesses in the central and southern portions of Marin County and has stewardship responsibilities for 21,000 acres of pristine watershed lands on Mt. Tamalpais.  

DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR INTERN

 
Marin Municipal Water District is a public utility providing water to 186,000 people located in a 147 square-mile area of Marin County. In operation since 1912, MMWD is the oldest municipal water district in California.

Salary: $18.25   per hour

Posted: October 30, 2019

Filing Deadline: Open Until Filled

The recruitment may be closed at any time

Description

We have ONE immediate Distribution System Operator internship available with the District in the area of Water Distribution. Assignments are for a 40 hour week. Optional work schedules or reduced hours (i.e. part-time) may be considered on a case-by-case basis.  Duration of assignment is for up to six (6) months. Position will operate out of MMWD’s Corte Madera location (Water Distribution).

The Position

Distribution System Operator 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 are M-F 6:30 am to 3:00 pm.  This position is for up to a six (6) month duration at the Corte Madera location. 

Desired Background: Must be 18 years old or older.

Candidate must have current or recent enrollment in one of the following college level courses of study:

▪ Drinking Water Treatment or Distribution   ▪ Wastewater Treatment   ▪ Environmental Science   ▪ Biology   ▪ Chemistry Candidate should possess genuine interest in a career in the waterworks field. Must be detail oriented, possess good problem solving skills, ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Due to the driving requirements of some positions, a DMV  driving history may be required if applicant moves forward in the process.  Must be 18 years old or older to apply for these internship opportunities. 

TO APPLY

Must be 18 years old or older to apply for these internship opportunities.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.  APPLY IMMEDIATELY FOR CONSIDERATION.

To be considered for a position, the following documents must be submitted as part of your application.

1. MMWD Application
2. Supplemental Application

Selection process

Complete the application in full. Be sure to indicate dates of employment, hours worked, and describe your duties. You may attach a resume but does not substitute for any part of the application or supplemental questionnaire. Initial screening of your qualifications is based solely on the application documents received by the District. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the selection process.

These positions are temporary, seasonal, hourly, and non-exempt, and individuals hired in this position can be terminated at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at the option of either the District or employee.                

The City of St. Helena has an exciting opportunity to fill a position in the Public Works Trees & Parks Division. This is a great opportunity to become part of a team of dedicated individuals that take pride in serving the local community.

Distinguishing Characteristics: The Trees & Parks Superintendent reports to the Public Works Operations Manager and is expected to be responsible for the overall assignment and supervision of crews engaged in construction, repair, and maintenance related to trees, landscaping and parks; to participate in assigned processes, procedures and programs; and to provide information and assistance to the public regarding assigned programs and services. Receives direction from Public Works Operations Manager. Exercises direct supervision over public works staff in the trees and parks divisions, as well as indirect supervision to other supporting staff within the Public Works Department.

Examples of Duties: (include but are not limited to the following)

• Plans, supervises, and directs the programs, projects, operation activities of the trees and parks divisions of the Public Works Department with the support of the Public Works Operations Manager.

• Assists in overseeing the proper organization and staffing of assigned sections; participates in Citywide programs and long range planning for trees and parks.

• Participates in the development of policies and procedures; recommends programs, projects, and work assignments to the Public Works Operations Manager.

• Develops and maintains short and long range maintenance schedules for trees and parks; assists in the development of cost estimates for implementation of maintenance programs; maintains tracking systems for all work including maintaining appropriate work records and documents.

• Assists in the establishment of division goals, strategies, and priorities; develops and manages continuous improvement processes.

• Directly and/or through supporting staff, assigns work and provides direction to staff, evaluates staff performances, ensures desired staff performance levels are maintained, and participates in processing personnel actions.

• Ensures assigned sections operate in compliance with rules, regulations, and policies; prepares reports and maintain records as required.

• Inspects work sites before, during and after completion to assure work is completed in a satisfactory and thorough manner; ensures the adherence to safe work practices by field maintenance personnel.

• Plans, coordinates, prioritizes, monitors, and participates in the work of crews responsible for the construction, maintenance, repair, and/or operation of trees and parks as necessary; provides day-to­ day leadership to assigned crews; coordinates the work of the unit with other City departments and divisions, outside agencies, community groups, and the public.

• Supervises and participates in the removal of trees using hand tools, power equipment, and related equipment.

• Performs the more difficult and complex maintenance and construction duties of the work unit, including reading and interpreting construction plans and specifications; provides technical assistance to field crews; coordinates with contractors providing services to the City; performs inspections of construction and maintenance work in assigned areas of responsibility; assists with inspections on private and public improvement projects for adherence to City standards; responds to afterhours callouts as assigned.

• Prepares statistical and/or analytical reports on operations as necessary; participates in budget preparation and monitors approved budgets; participates in the equipment procurement process; orders, monitors, controls, and maintains supplies, tools, materials, and equipment.
• Responds to the more difficult questions and concerns from the general public, contractors, and outside agencies; provides information as is appropriate and resolves public service or operational complaints; establishes and maintains a customer service orientation within the unit.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff, and the public.

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Fixed-Term Street Sweeper Operator

$20.00 - $29.72 per hour (Depending upon experience)

Full-Time/Limited Benefits Available

Deadline to apply:  Apply by Monday, Monday, October 28, 2019 for first consideration

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael Public Works Department is hiring for the position of Fixed-Term Street Sweeper Operator to maintain its commitment to clean streets and stormwater runoff as a member agency of the Marin County Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (MCSTOPPP).  This position will make a difference in the San Rafael community by preventing trash and other debris from entering the stormwater system (i.e. local creeks and watersheds) that eventually discharge into the San Francisco Bay.   Continued appointment in this position is contingent upon funding and job performance.  This is an “at will” position.  Fixed-Term appointments may be made for up to a three-year period.  This is a temporary position working under general supervision.  Duties shall include, but are not limited to: 

Duties:  Safely operates a motorized sweeper and other motorized maintenance/construction equipment on an assigned route; clean streets gutters, and reports large debris on streets and rights of way; respond to traffic accidents; clean debris and hazardous materials spills; report illegally parked vehicles, hazardous conditions, road damage, damaged curbs and sidewalks, downed signage and signal malfunctions; perform daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance; make minor adjustments and repairs; perform minor equipment repairs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of construction and maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of City streets, California Vehicle Code and traffic laws.
• Knowledge of safe work practices, safe operation of street sweepers and heavy equipment/vehicles.
• Knowledge of street sweeper/heavy equipment maintenance and repair methods and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to operate power/hand tools, motorized equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to detect minor mechanical defects and minor repairing.
• Ability to carry out oral and written instructions and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain professionalism at all times.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND
• Two (2) years of experience operating a motorized sweeper or other heavy equipment/construction vehicles, OR
• An equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must possess a valid California Class “B” Commercial Drivers License with air-brake and tanker endorsement at time of appointment.  The Class B license must be maintained throughout employments.

SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Qualified applicants will be interviewed by the hiring department and the most qualified applicants will be subject to a reference check, which will include fingerprinting.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  To file an application on line go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:  

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) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

THE CITY OF LARKSPUR INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR.

$36.04 - $46.00 per hour (Effective July 1, 2019)

40 Hour Work Week

Plus an excellent benefits package

Deadline to apply: 

We are seeking a Public Works Inspector to join our dynamic team at the Public Works Department. 

The City of Larkspur is seeking an experienced person knowledgeable in the field of public works engineering practices and inspection of construction projects who is looking to join a team of professional public works personnel in a small town setting. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional looking to advance his/her career and work on a wide variety of public works projects with a high level of responsibility and accountability. This position involves field inspection, plan checks and reviews, engineering and regular interaction with City staff, contractors and members of the public. The ideal candidate is an experienced inspector familiar with a wide range of public  and private construction projects and the regulations and codes governing construction and encroachment, conformance with applicable standards, specifications and City ordinances.

REPORTING TO THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER, THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL:

• Inspect public works construction projects for conformance with applicable standards, codes, plans, specifications, ordinances, and regulations; plan checks and review plans and specifications in accordance with construction standards and ordinances for a variety of public works construction projects.
• Review quantities and quality of materials being used in a variety of public works projects during various stages of construction; inspect grading, paving, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm drains, lot grading, and other construction including storm drainage, trenching, shoring, dewatering, bedding for pipe, manhole construction, trench backfill and resting.
• Inspect underground utilities. The City is responsible for storm drains and underground facilities for street lights and traffic signals. In addition to inspection of installation of these facilities, provide inspections of right-of-way impacts of other utilities' installations including water, sewer, communication and electrical facilities.
• Inspect building permit construction activities for erosion and sediment control measures per the City's Phase II Stormwater permit.
• Note defects in construction and interprets applicable codes and ordinances for contractors and the general public.
• Observe work during progress and upon completion and throughout warranty periods as may be required; recommend progress payments and enter into pay books as necessary; confer with developers, contractors, superintendents, inspectors, and owners; ensure that safety procedures are followed; advise contractors of changes in plans and variances.
• Coordinate and communicate with project stakeholders including homeowners, resource and utility agency representatives throughout construction activities.
• Monitor contractors, subcontractors and developers through all phases of construction to ensure construction progresses in a timely and safe manner and in accordance with rules, regulations and permit conditions.
• Provide general information regarding code requirements.
• Review, draft conditions for, issue, inspect and close out encroachment permits.
•  Prepare daily construction reports, progress diaries, and reports of public works construction activities; maintain records and reports of inspections.
• Maintain accurate as-built drawings for completed projects.
• Prepare correspondence; prepare monthly progress payments.
• Perform cost control; recognize potential cost increases and provide alternatives, recommendations, and solutions.
• Investigate and respond to complaints related to public works construction activities; may coordinate inspection assignments with other City departments and government agencies and utilities.
• Assist in developing specifications for future contracts; gather quantity information for contract bids and billing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• Sufficient experience and education related to professional public works engineering practices to demonstrate the knowledge and skills listed and to perform the essential duties is required 
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Four years of related public works, surveying, or code enforcement experience

In addition, qualified candidates must:

• Possess a valid Class C California Driver's License by date of appointment and have a satisfactory driving record
• Pass a pre-employment physical exam as established by City policy
• If necessary during an emergency or disaster, work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) as required of all public employees in the State of California

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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. 

The City is currently seeking a Senior Electric Engineering Technician who will be responsible for performing a wide range of sub-professional engineering and administrative duties including: planning, engineering design, project review, budgeting and management, labor and material estimates and complex phases of construction cost estimating. The incumbent has lead responsibility in planning, design and review of special and major development projects and has responsibility for the development and implementation of design and construction standards.

A selected sample of duties includes: assists the Utilities Director in preparing and administrating departmental work plan; by use of computer aided drafting software (i.e. ACAD) and/or other related tools, prepares detailed plans for needed maintenance and/or replacement work. Plans include providing special instructions for the materials, location of poles, anchors, guys, conduit systems, vaults, service boxes, transformers, labor estimates and other necessary information required to complete the work; determines proper cable, wire sizes, and transformer sizes for given loads on the distribution system; coordinates layout for major subdivisions with other city and third party utilities, insuring that overall City interests are a priority when said coordinating is done; conducts field surveys of project sites to determine the existing and future locations of electric and other facilities and the impact of proposed changes; ability to analyzing engineering technical and statistical information, evaluating alternatives and making sound recommendations; determines the existence of easement and requirements for new easements. Where new easements are required, initiates the process to gain easements prior to construction; assists in the development and updating of material and construction standards; works with developers, consultants, contractors, property owners, and other utilities on construction activities and proposed additions and changes to the City's electric utility system.