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CHIEF EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

$5,128 - $6,234/mo. + excellent benefits

DEFINITION: Under general supervision from the Public Works Manager, leads skilled and semi-skilled mechanics in the most difficult and complex vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair work; and personally makes the most complex mechanical repairs to automotive, diesel, and other power driven equipment. The incumbent exercises functional and technical supervision over lower level, equipment maintenance staff.

EXPERIENCE: Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing automotive and equipment maintenance and repair duties. EDUCATION: Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance, including specialized training in the maintenance and repair of gas and diesel powered equipment. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:  Possession of a valid California Class “A” Driver’s License w/Tanker Endorsement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent must have the ability to:

• Lead, train, and assist journey level and semi-skilled mechanics; assign work to mechanics; assist the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor in the day-to-day supervision activities.
• Inspect, diagnose, and locate mechanical difficulties on City automobiles, trucks, and a variety of diesel and gasoline powered maintenance and heavy construction equipment.
• Use welding equipment, drill presses, metal brakes, metal shears, lathes, grinders, and a large assortment of other power and hand tools and measurement instruments required for journey level fabrication work.
• Overhaul, repair, and adjust engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, pumps and valves, and heavy construction equipment hydraulic systems.
• Tune up engines, replacing electrical and electronic parts and cleaning and adjusting carburetors.
• Replace or repair faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, or oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms, and related parts and equipment.
• Install, repair and replace two-way communication equipment in City-owned vehicles.
• Prepare and replace such components as generators, distributors, relays, lights, and switches.
• Assist in the purchasing of equipment maintenance parts and materials.
• Maintain work, time, and material records.
• Ability to use a computer and knowledge of computerized maintenance management programs.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. Incumbents may be required to lift, carry and/or push objects weighing 25 pounds or more. The position requires near and far vision when inspecting work. Incumbents work in all weather conditions, use cleaning and lubricating chemicals which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants, drive motorized vehicles, heavy equipment and work around moving traffic and often works with constant interruptions. The incumbent is also required to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The employee must have knowledge of tools, equipment, and procedures used in the overhaul, repair, and adjustment of gas and diesel powered equipment; operation and care of internal combustion engines, pump systems, hydraulic equipment; methods, materials, equipment and tools used in welding and fabrication work; operating and repair characteristics of a wide variety of City owned equipment; safe work practices; and principles of personnel supervision and training.  In addition, the employee must have the ability to lead and train skilled and semi-skilled mechanics; perform skilled welding and fabrication work; perform minor and major mechanical work on mechanical equipment; use a variety of tools and equipment with skill; perform advanced journey level equipment mechanic work including the troubleshooting of equipment for both major and minor repair work; work independently in the absence of supervision; and accurately determine mechanical repair needs and estimate the cost and time or repairs.

THE POSITION

Under administrative direction, manages, supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in the operations and activities of the City's Community Preservation program within the Community Development Department.

This class provides professional and general administrative lead direction and supervision for the Community Preservation program, including implementing City activities related to setting and ensuring compliance with applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, blight, graffiti, and other matters of public concern; to ensure work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; to perform the more technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility; and to perform other related duties as required.

ABOUT US

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing in Money Magazine’s top 50 “Best Places to Live 2016” in the country, and ranking 4th on the “Most Family Friendly” list of California cities by Estately.  Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 235,000 residents.  As a full service city, Fremont employs over 952 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $219.9 million for the 2019-20 fiscal year.

Fremont is an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity.  Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a positive impact on the community difference through public service.

THE POSITION

The Community Services Department plays a key role in enhancing the community and ensuring the citizens of Fremont receive excellent customer service through the management of recreation facilities,  quality recreation and environmental programs, park planning and the maintenance of City parks, trees, and medians.  The Park Ranger Supervisor will provide full supervision of the Park Rangers, regular, seasonal and temporary employees, and volunteers.  In addition, the incumbent will participate as needed in the work of the Park Rangers and establish, enforce, and maintain oversight of the boating operations, naturalist programs, and the division safety program.   

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Schedule, assign work, and exercise full supervision of assigned regular, seasonal and temporary employees and volunteers.
- Participate in the recruitment, examination, and hiring process; evaluate and discipline assigned staff.
- Prepare written and oral reports.
- Reserve, schedule and coordinate maintenance of assigned facilities and vehicles.
- Assist, under general direction, in developing and writing policies and handbooks and training guidelines for area of responsibility.
- Follow general direction to oversee division budget, boating operations and safety related areas.
- Develop and monitor assigned budgets.
- Develop and provide technical training in laws, rules, regulations, processes and procedures related to the administration of City parks.
- Review and provide solutions to technical issues and problems.
- Monitor individual performance plans and reports the more difficult personnel issues to the Recreation Superintendent for resolution.
- Assume lead role on projects and programs.  Represent the Parks and Recreation division on city-wide teams.
- Perform Park Ranger duties; operate a patrol boat; patrol boat docks; patrol city parks when needed.
- Define personnel resource needs and allocate resources as required to reach unit objectives.
- Maintain oversight of assigned building alarms and ensure required security checks and inspections are completed following general direction.
- Receive and respond to phone calls; dispatch calls for service; detect municipal and other code violations in the area of park visitor services; investigate complaints, crimes and injury incidents; collect evidence and obtain statements; issue citations for Fremont Municipal codes and State laws.  Testify in court proceedings.
- Administer emergency life support services.
- Work weekends, holidays, and nights, on rotating shifts when needed.
- Respond to emergency assignments during off-duty hours.
- Wear a uniform and on occasion use pepper spray and/or bite stick.
- Review, edit, and approve participant injury and criminal incident reports prepared by division staff.
- Supervise the operations of all park activities.
- Serve as a liaison and departmental representative with other City Departments.
- Develop and has oversight of interpretative programs.
- Identify species and behavior of a variety of native wildlife and plants.
- Other related duties as assigned.

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FREMONT - A CITY ON THE MOVE!

Fremont is a well-managed and innovative city, and has recently generated national attention by placing 7th on the list of the Greenest Cities in America according to a 2018 Wallet Hub survey and ranking as the 3rd Best City in the Nation to raise a family,  also according to a 2018 Wallet Hub Survey.  Located in the heart of the Bay Area and Silicon Valley, Fremont prides itself on innovation, green technology, a low crime rate, great schools, a low unemployment rate, quality parks and nearby open space, and an incredibly diverse population of over 232,532 residents. As a full service city, Fremont employs over 952 regular employees and has a General Fund budget of $219 million for the 2019-20 fiscal year. 

The City of Fremont is  also an employer that values its people, creativity, quality service, integrity, open communication, collaboration, mutual respect, and diversity. Employees find their work challenging, yet rewarding, and most importantly, enjoy the chance to make a difference through public service.  

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT

“To be regionally recognized as a model department that both the City and Staff can be proud of.”

Furthermore, the role of the department is to move the community toward the sustainable strategically urban community envisioned in the General Plan through strategic investments, long-range planning, community preservation activities and project-by project actions.“

THE POSITION

The Fire Life Safety Plans Examiner will work in the Fire Section of the Building and Safety Division and will report to the Building Official. The Fire Section is responsible for Plan Review and Inspection of new projects as well as alterations or additions to existing properties and structures. This position will primarily be responsible for reviewing project documents for compliance with the City’s adopted codes with the primary focus on Life Safety Systems such as fire sprinklers, file alarms, Fire Department access, wildland urban interface, water supply and commercial kitchen systems, and ensuring compliance with the California State Fire Marshal’s adopted codes, regulations and interpretations. There is currently one Fire Life Safety Plans Examiner and this position will assist this person as well as the Fire Specialist who ensures compliance in the field through inspection and quality assurance efforts. The Fire Section reviews plans for residential, industrial, educational, commercial, institutional, mass transit, manufacturing and open space for compliance with Titles 8, 19, 24 and 25 of the California Code of Regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Review life safety submittals and fire protection systems for compliance with currently adopted fire and life safety codes, regulations and standards.
- Serve as a technical advisor to architects, engineers, developers, contractors and building owners in interpreting and enforcing fire protection requirements, fire and life safety /codes, regulations and standards.
- Coordinate with Building and Safety Personnel in establishing schedules and methods for providing fire protection plan review services; identify resource needs and effectively communicate resource status with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
- Make field inspections of construction sites.  
- Prepare reports and correspondence pertaining to fire protection engineering problems and fire and life safety code enforcement.
- Evaluate water based fire suppression systems.
- Complete other related duties as assigned.

THE POSITION:

Under the supervision of the Fleet Supervisor, the Vehicle/Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic performs a wide variety of preventative and periodic maintenance on City owned vehicles and equipment.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a journey-level position where the incumbent is expected to provide customer service to City departments operating vehicles and equipment. Incumbent must be able to work independently and/or as a member of a team on various projects as assigned.

This position is represented by SEIU Local 1021.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Waterpark E.M.T. is responsible for responding to emergencies and providing efficient and immediate care to the critically ill/injured at Adventure Waterpark.  In addition, The E.M.T. provides security services as needed.  The E.M.T. is expected to work weekends and holidays on a regular basis.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (This is a general description of duties and is not all-inclusive)

• Functions within the scope of care as defined by state, regional, and local regulatory agencies
• Provide outstanding customer service while performing assigned duties, including interpreting and conveying information throughout the Waterpark
• Ability to open/maintain an airway, administer CPR, control hemorrhage, bandage wounds, immobilize extremities, administer oxygen, and other duties within the scope of practice
• Respond to emergencies in a timely and safe manner
• Recognize hazardous situations and contain area until help arrives
• Produce competent reports of incidents and injuries
• Provide public security services during the course of the day and for Admin at closing
• Uphold all rules and regulations of the Waterpark
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity while performing all aspects of assigned responsibilities
• Attend training and staff meetings as assigned
• Assist other City departments in the event of major emergencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

The position is supervised by the Waterpark Operations Manager and/or Recreation Supervisor