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The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the flexibly staffed position of Assistant/Associate Surveyor in the Public Works Department within the Community Development & Services Agency. Under general direction, the Assistant/Associate Surveyor assists the County Surveyor in performing field surveying, drafting and mapping services, coordinates activities between surveying and engineering divisions of the Public Works Department.

About CDSA

The Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) strives to improve the overall quality of life for our residents and fiscal health of our businesses by coordinating the orderly growth and development of the County. We accomplish this by providing proper implementation of related regulations, providing community services, and by providing operation, maintenance, and expansion of Public Works infrastructure.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Assistant Public Works Director in the Public Works Department of the Community Development and Services Agency. Under administrative direction, the incumbent will assist Public Works Director in planning, coordinating and directing overall functions of the Public Works Department; provides management oversight and technical review for engineering, road maintenance and surveying functions; administers capital improvement projects for County roads, streets, drainage facilities, bridges and land development improvements; performs related work as assigned. This position acts on behalf of the Public Works Director in his/her absence. 

Example of Duties:

• Assist with the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the Public Works Department; provide input on the administration, management and operations of the Community Development and Services Agency.
• Manage and evaluate the department’s work activities, projects and programs; monitor progress to ensure timely and efficient operations and participate in long-range plans.
• Confer with and represent the department and the County in meetings with members of the County Board of Supervisors, local and state groups, various governmental agencies, developers, contractors, business and industrial groups and the public.
• Plan, organize, direct, review and evaluate the design, construction and inspection of County roads, streets, bridges, and other public works and facilities.
• Administer Public Works contract construction, from the design phase through completion of construction; recommend progress payments and contract close-out; conduct field inspections of County projects; negotiate and recommend contract modifications, as required.
• Monitor and interpret changes in laws and regulations related to the Public Works functions; evaluate their impact upon County activities, and develop and implement policy and procedural changes as required; draft changes and implements after approval.

About the Community  Development & Services Agency: The Community Development and Services Agency (CDSA) strives to improve the overall quality of life for our residents and fiscal health of our businesses by coordinating the orderly growth and development of the County. We accomplish this by providing proper implementation of related regulations, providing community services, and by providing operation, maintenance, and expansion of Public Works infrastructure.

About Yuba County: Yuba County is situated in the Northern Sacramento Valley, approximately 40 miles north of the State Capitol in Sacramento and two hours away from San Francisco and Lake Tahoe. The boundaries stretch from the farms and orchards of the valley to the timberlands of the Sierras. Yuba County offers its residents the many advantages of a rural lifestyle away from the pressures of the urban areas. Our County vision is to create a “golden” future for Yuba County by inspiring a community of participation, embracing our unique history, and discovering the wealth of our untapped potential.

Wastewater Collections Operator II/III

The City of Marysville seeks qualified candidates for this excellent career opportunity!

Wastewater Collections Operator will work under close supervision while performing basic inspection and maintenance of mechanical and hydraulic equipment (and components) in the operation of a Wastewater Treatment Plant, Lift Stations and the Wastewater/Stormwater Collection System.  The Operator performs a variety of advanced tasks in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the Wastewater Treatment Plant, Lift Stations and Wastewater/Stormwater Collection system for the City of Marysville's Wastewater Collections Division.

SALARY RANGE:
Wastewater Operator II – $3,487.63 to $4,577.51 - monthly 

Wastewater Operator III - $3,954.74 to $5,190.60 - monthly

WORK SCHEDULE:

8 hour shifts; services in emergency standby capacity; provides customer service and performs all aspects of collection system maintenance and repair during after-hours periods including holidays and weekends.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• City policies and procedures;
• Tools and equipment used in the operation, repair and maintenance of wastewater treatment plant and wastewater or stormwater collection systems;
• State and Federal laws and regulations governing wastewater plant and wastewater/stormwater collection system operations;
• California Department of Environmental Quality, American Water Works Association, Environmental Protection Agency, Marysville City Code, Occupational Safety and Health Administration laws, rules, and requirements governing the management of wastewater systems;
• Safe work practices, occupational hazards and safety precautions in a utility systems; and,
• Techniques for use and storage of chemicals, including OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.

SKILLS IN:

• Following standardized methods and procedures, and verbal and written instructions; 
• Performing basic wastewater systems maintenance activities;
• Identifying unsafe conditions and mechanical problems; 
• Reading and understanding manufacturer's manuals and equipment specifications; 
• Operating heavy equipment in a safe and effective manner; 
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software;  
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Using and maintaining tools and equipment to perform maintenance and repair work; 
• Making routine operating adjustments and repairs to equipment; 
• Following safe work practices;
• Inspecting and monitor machinery and equipment to very compliance with prescribed operating conditions and safety standards; and, 
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers.

EXPERIENCE:

The candidate's level of experience will determine the placement at level II (4 yrs) or level III (6 yrs).

Wastewater Treatment with Wastewater Collections System experience (Preferred).

Collection System Operations, Repair and Maintenance: 4 years (Required).

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES:

Education/Training:  High School Diploma or GED Equivalent;

Experience:  Four (4) years of wastewater experience OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

License:  Valid California State Driver's license is required.  A Wastewater Treatment Plant or Wastewater Collection System Operator's Grade 2 Certification from California State Water Resources Control Board or Collections System Maintenance Certification is required and/or within one year of appointment.  A valid California State Commercials driver's License Class A or B is required within six months of hire.  Additional technical training and certification maybe required, including Federal Emergency Management Agency training.

Under general supervision of the Public Works Director and or the Public Works Lead, this classification works primarily in the Public Works Department and performs a variety of duties essential to the maintenance of the City.