Search Jobs

Salary: 38.76 - 49.47 Hourly

Job Category: Environmental

Location: South Bay

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: 01/20/2026

This agency is not using CalOpps to accept online applications for this recruitment. Please read the job announcement for details on how to apply.

City of Sunnyvale

Laboratory/Field Technician - Field

Regular Full-Time Employment Opportunity

The final filing date is Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 5:00 pm or after receiving 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first.

The City of Sunnyvale is currently recruiting for a Field Technician to join the Environmental Services Department team! The Environmental Services Department provides comprehensive and innovative utility services for Sunnyvale's residents, businesses and facilitates initiatives to achieve the City's sustainability objectives. The Department brings together technical, operational, and administrative professional disciplines to form its dedicated and dynamic team.

City of Sunnyvale Field Technicians work in the field when assigned to the Compliance Inspection group in the Regulatory Programs Division. Field Technicians work under the supervision of the Senior Environmental Compliance Inspector primarily in the field collecting samples from industries, restaurants and the sanitary sewer collection system in order to determine compliance with local and federal discharge limits. The Field Technicians in Compliance Inspection work closely with the Environmental Compliance Inspectors to regulate dischargers. Field technicians also perform sampling at designated drinking water locations.

Additionally, the City of Sunnyvale offers:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Classic CalPERS members have 4% of the employee contributions paid by the City, leaving only 3% for the employee to contribute
Retiree medical benefits available

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way:

An Associate degree or 60 semester units or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university in environmental science, including courses in chemistry, biology or other related science, AND

Two years of experience performing field technician and/or laboratory duties.

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental science, including courses in chemistry, biology or other related science may be substituted for one year of experience.

Licenses/Certificates

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record.

A complete application consists of a City application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The position opens on Monday, December 15, 2025 and the final filing date is Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position.

Salary: $38.76 - $49.47 Hourly

For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click JOBS

To apply, click the following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/jobs/5168850/laboratory-field-technician-field

Job Description Link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sunnyvale/classspecs/1646600

Salary: 156849.42 - 191978.02 Annually

Job Category: City Administration

Location: South Bay

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: 01/05/2026

This agency is not using CalOpps to accept online applications for this recruitment. Please read the job announcement for details on how to apply.

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY), or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San José's website at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanjoseca/jobs/5171429-0/public-information-manager-environmental-services-department

About the Department

The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is a national leader in pollution prevention, watershed protection, utility service provision, and climate action. Together, ESD employees positively impact every resident and business in San Jose.

Our department is an exceptional place to start or grow your career. We have a supportive leadership team, numerous professional growth opportunities, and an inclusive workplace culture that is welcoming of your talents! We offer an array of meaningful career paths and value flexibility – offering hybrid work and alternative work schedules in select roles. Additionally, the City offers excellent health and pension benefits, as well as 15 paid holidays!

To learn more about ESD, follow @sjenvironment on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and San Jose Environmental Services on LinkedIn.

Position Duties

Public Information Manager – Environmental Services Department

The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is seeking an experienced communicator with a diverse skillset to lead the Communications Division.

The Environmental Services Department’s mission is to deliver world-class utility services and programs to improve health, environment, and economy. ESD manages garbage and recycling services; watershed protection and pollution prevention; municipal drinking water and recycled water; sustainability initiatives; and the operation and infrastructure improvements of the San José-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility (RWF). It is one of the largest City departments with about 600 staff members, a $470M operating budget, and a $2B 30-year RWF Capital Improvement Program. ESD also partners with other City departments including Transportation and Public Works to provide sewer and storm services to residents and businesses.

The Public Information Manager leads a team of 11 full time employees, to develop and implement a range of communication strategies and messages related to all the utility programs and services across the department including public awareness and behavior change outreach campaigns, regulatory compliance, rate noticing, and emergency/crisis communications. The Public Information Manager is responsible for internal and external communications.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

Align messaging with ESD’s program needs, develop and execute internal and external communication plans, including implementing communication/media strategies, marketing efforts, rate noticing, and educational resources;
Manage and develop communication strategies for department senior leadership and ensure the alignment of communication plans and messaging with ESD and City goals and objectives;
Build and manage strategic communication channels to reach diverse customer segments and stakeholders, including digital newsletters, social media, blogs, email, and direct mail;
Seek out new stakeholder partnerships and enhance existing ones on common ESD messages;
Enhance ESD’s brand as a regional, state, and national environmental leader;
Oversee the department’s website content and expand social media strategies and outreach;
Collaborate with department staff to ensure consistent and accurate messaging on all departmental communications;
Serve as the department’s primary spokesperson and media liaison, providing timely and accurate information on departmental programs and initiatives; prepare speaking points and coach senior staff in preparation for interviews;
Plan and implement communication campaigns to promote new programs and initiatives while ensuring compliance with federal, state, regional, and local mandates;
Develop print and electronic communications including annual reports and rate notices;
Develop and monitor division budget;
Coordinate with Mayor and Council staff on proclamations, commendations, and constituent inquiries;
Oversee Public Records Act (PRA) requests; and
Support Emergency preparedness/crisis communication: develop, disseminate messages during ESD programmatic emergencies; serve as the department’s public information representative in the City’s Emergency Operations Center in city-wide emergencies; continue to update ESD’s crisis communications plan; and provide communications guidance and training to department staff as needed.

The ideal candidate has excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and experience in community outreach and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience developing and executing communication plans using a wide range of appropriate tactics including traditional and new media. Creativity, good judgment, initiative, and the ability to build strategic partnerships within the City and with other stakeholders, including media, are essential.

Salary Information

The annual salary range for this classification is:

$156,849.42 – $191,978.02

This salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates’ qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, mass media communications, public relations, public information, advertising, or marketing or a closely related field.

Experience: Six (6) years of increasingly responsible journalism, mass media communications, public relations, public information, advertising, or marketing experience or experience in a closely related field, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.

Licensing Requirements: Valid California Driver’s License may be required.

Form 700 requirement: This position requires a disclosure of outside investments, real property interest, income, and business positions. You must complete and file an “Assuming Office Form 700” with the City Clerk’s Office within the first 30 days of employment with the office.

Other Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history.

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.

Collaboration – Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.

Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills; displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.

Decision Making – Identified and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions.

Fiscal Management – Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.

Leadership – Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment; encourages and rewards risk-taking, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational support and direction.

Initiative – Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems; is proactive and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.

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.

Project Management – Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.

Selection Process:

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

If you have questions about the duties of this position, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Ernesto Zamaguey at Ernesto.Zamaguey@sanjoseca.gov.

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

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.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

AI and the Hiring Process

We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.

Salary: 179254.40 - 224099.20 Annually

Job Category: Public Works

Location: San Francisco/Peninsula

Close Date: 01/12/2026

This agency is not using CalOpps to accept online applications for this recruitment. Please read the job announcement for details on how to apply.

Logo of the San Mateo County Department of Public Works featuring silhouettes, a building, and an airplane.

The County of San Mateo Department of Public Works is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Capital Program Manager.

About The Department
The Department of Public Works plans, designs, constructs, operates and maintains facilities and equipment that are safe and accessible to the clients of County agencies, the general public, and County employees. The Department advises the Board of Supervisors on all public works issues, including rates and charges for services that are fair to both the users and service providers. Public Works has a budget of approximately $300 million and is comprised of over 300 employees in five divisions: Administrative Services, Airports, Engineering and Resource Protection, Facility and Capital Projects, and Road Services. To learn more about the department visit: https://www.smcgov.org/publicworks.

The Position
Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Facilities, the Capital Programs Manager is responsible for overseeing the staff and activities of the County of San Mateo Public Works Department’s Major Capital Projects team (MCP). Recently created, MCP will ultimately be a team of four positions responsible for the execution of large capital improvement projects for the County and is part of the overall Capital Projects Section which includes a total of 21 positions. This includes maintaining the County’s long-range capital construction program and tenant improvements, and supervising professional, technical, and support staff involved in major capital project planning and design. The role involves developing, implementing, and evaluating goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the section, and providing complex staff assistance to the Director of Public Works, their staff, and/or the County Executive’s Office.

Additionally, the Capital Programs Manager directs their team in the programming, planning, design, and construction of building projects or modifications of County buildings and facilities. The position ensures the overall execution of the program’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), guaranteeing projects are delivered within scope, timeline, and budget.

The ideal candidate will possess:

Eight years of experience managing large capital projects, including at least five years of supervisory and/or management experience.
Coursework in Construction Management, Building Architecture, Engineering, or a closely related field is preferred.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
Skills in project management, strategic planning, and performance management.
Experience in public works project management, design, construction, and contracting for complex public works facility construction/improvement projects; and knowledge of standard practices related to public works projects.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulatory codes and rules; and contract development and administration experience related to public works facility improvement activities and operations.
Experience in establishing, monitoring, and tracking program budgets and schedules; preparing recommendations and reports related to the capital improvement program; and developing, tracking, planning, procuring, and negotiating consultant services and task orders.
Knowledge of the State of California and local jurisdiction regulations and permit procedures related to capital improvement projects.
Knowledge of architectural planning and design practices; building construction materials and methods; and structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering principles as related to capital improvement projects in government buildings including healthcare and correctional facilities.
Familiarity with the various mechanisms used to finance projects such as state and federal grants, county funding, lease purchase agreements, certificates of participation, and joint powers agreements.
Experience managing enterprise funds, including setting billing rates.
Excellent analytical and report-writing skills to formulate and write comprehensive technical reports, specifications, and business correspondence.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and co-workers.
Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.
Experience managing, directing, and overseeing professional service consultants.

Additionally, the successful candidate will have the ability to:

Develop and enforce work statements.
Monitor, review, and revise job orders, schedules, and budgets.
Monitor and track project progress and expenditures and implement cost controls.
Use computer-based project management systems.
Work effectively in a team environment.
Understand and communicate to others the larger context in which the project is being completed.
Negotiate and resolve contract disputes.
Maintain client-contractor relationships.
Make effective presentations to clients and the community.
Communicate effectively with the public, community groups, the media, other County departments, agencies, and private contractors.

Examples Of Duties:

As the Capital Programs Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Develop, plan, and implement goals and objectives for the Major Capital Projects team in the Capital Project section of the Public Works Department in close coordination with the Deputy Director of Public Works.
Provide leadership and administrative policy direction to the MCP team.
Establish and monitor performance goals and key performance indicators for the section.
Monitor the progress of project schedules, budgets, and costs, ensuring overall quality objectives are met across a diverse range of capital projects.
Work with the team to determine project assignments and ensure a high-performance work environment that supports achieving the department and County’s mission and objectives.
Manage the most complex or high-profile capital projects.
Provide guidance and/or address compliance, design, and constructability issues, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, codes, and ordinances, including the California Environmental Quality Act, County Green Building ordinance, energy conservation goals, and hazardous materials regulations.
Ensure the maintenance of detailed records of assigned activities and results.
Coordinate section activities with other Public Works Divisions, other departments, and outside agencies and organizations.
Provide technical and staff assistance to the Director of Public Works and their staff, the County Executive, and their staff.
Research, prepare, and present related technical, fiscal, and administrative reports, studies, and correspondence as needed.
Select, supervise, and evaluate professional, technical, and clerical subordinates; ensure the provision of staff training.
Supervise and participate in the development, administration, and strategic planning for the CIP and represent the department at the executive level.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is eight years of experience managing large capital projects, including at least five years of supervisory and/or management experience.

Knowledge of:

Principles, practices, theories, and techniques of construction management, including management of all phases of project delivery from project planning to post-construction.
Principles and practices of project planning development and administration.
Project construction scheduling control methods, project construction cost-control methods, and construction dispute resolution.
Various mechanisms used to finance projects such as state and federal grants, county funding, lease purchase agreements, certificates of participation, and joint power agreements.
Trends, approaches, and problem-solving techniques used in construction engineering, inspection, and compliance processes.
Modern methods, techniques, equipment, and practices of design, construction, contract administration, and project/program management used in a wide variety of capital projects.
Pertinent local, state, and federal laws, rules, regulations, and enforcement procedures; codes, ordinances, and laws concerning building design and construction.
Enterprise funds, including setting billing rates.
Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies, and operational needs.
Principles and procedures of personnel management such as supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Architectural planning, detailing, standards, and design practices.
Building construction materials and methods.
Codes, ordinances, laws, and environmental standards and requirements, including LEED.
Construction administration, including the roles and responsibilities of the various architectural/engineering disciplines, construction managers, contractors, and other professionals in the design/construction process.
Structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering principles as related to capital projects.
Contract negotiation, building cost estimates, and budget preparation and control.
Construction project management software and other various computer programs and applications relevant to the position.

Skill/Ability to:

Plan and develop construction programs including needs assessments, cost analyses, budgets, schedules, project management plans, consultant requirements, preparation, and review of construction documents and reports for the development and alteration of County facilities.
Monitor, review, and revise job orders, schedules, and budgets; monitor and track project progress and expenditures and implement cost controls.
Use project management systems.
Work effectively in a team environment.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Understand and communicate to others the larger context in which the project is being completed.
Negotiate and resolve contract disputes and maintain client-contractor relationships.
Make effective presentations to clients and the community and communicate effectively with the public, community groups, the media, other County departments, agencies, and private contractors.
Lead multi-discipline projects.
Collect, analyze, and interpret data.
Write comprehensive technical reports, specifications, and business correspondence.
Organize and coordinate many projects.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
Anticipate, investigate, and research a wide spectrum of technical problems and develop appropriate solutions.
Apply architectural and/or engineering techniques and methods.
Review and approve designs and contract documents for program compliance.
Use a personal computer for basic spreadsheet, word processing, and project management programs.
Perform physical tasks such as climbing ladders and walking on uneven surfaces to observe and approve work.
Drive to and from job sites located throughout the County; walk construction sites and/or natural terrain; climb ladders, scaffolds, and lifts, and inspect confined spaces to observe and approve work.

Application/Examination:

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a performance exam. Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in County of San Mateo, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.

Tentative Recruitment Timeline

Recruitment Closes: Monday, January 12, 2026

Application Screening: Week of January 12, 2026

Panel Interviews: Week of January 26, 2026

Salary: 207558.00 - 264836.00 Annually

Job Category: Transportation

Location: San Francisco/Peninsula

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: 01/31/2026

Career Opportunity

Manager VIII, Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (9182)

Recruitment: RTF0162223-01121240

Published: November 26, 2025

Contact:

Maggie Gonzalez Diaz - Maggie.GonzalezDiaz@sfmta.com

Department: Municipal Transportation Agency
Job class: 9182-Manager VIII, Municipal Transporation Agency
Starting salary range: $207,558.00 - $264,836.00 (Range A)
Role type: Permanent Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

About:

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent Exempt: This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer.

Application Opening: Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Deadline to Apply: Application filing will close on or after Thursday, December 11, 2025

Recruitment ID: PEX-9182-162224

Salary: $207,558 - $264,836 annually (Range A)

Division: Transit

Section/Unit: Maintenance of Way (MOW)

Work Location: 700 Pennsylvania Ave, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA

Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 7AM - 4PM

⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️: Your application MUST include responses to the supplemental questionnaire found here: https://forms.office.com/r/ysyP75KTEi

Applicants must complete the supplemental questionnaire and the online application by the filing deadline. A cover letter and resume must be attached to the online application. The application, resume, and cover letter will not be reviewed without a completed supplemental questionnaire and vice versa.

Role description

The SFMTA Transit Division’s Maintenance of Way (MOW) Section is seeking an experienced, dependable, and strategic Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer (DCMO) of MOW Operations. The DCMO will provide high level leadership and strategic oversight for three functional units responsible for critical maintenance of all transit assets and infrastructure; Mechanical Infrastructure (comprised of Cable Car Track, Cable Car Propulsion, Light Rail Track, and Mechanical Systems), Electrical Infrastructure (comprised of Motive Power, Overhead Lines, Signals and Digital Systems) and Facilities Maintenance (comprised of Custodial Operations, Building Systems Maintenance, Skilled Trades, External Program Support and Shelter Platform and Maintenance). This position directs the work of Senior Operations Managers of these units and provides leadership across a workforce of maintenance professionals spanning multiple technical classifications. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, with extensive experience working at a large transit agency with both rail and trolley vehicles.

Under the direction of the Chief Maintenance Officer (CMO), the DCMO, stewards the agency’s fixed-guideway infrastructure integrity and drives operational excellence through comprehensive planning, performance management, and analytical decision-making. Leads the development and execution of complex, high-impact programs that ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality transit infrastructure in support of SFMTA’s multimodal operations. The DCMO advises and reports to the CMO on the state of critical guideway systems. The DCMO works closely with SFMTA engineering and project delivery stakeholders on capital projects, including review and recommendations related to all aspects of the projects. The DCMO provides direction on emergency response and resolution strategies for critical infrastructure incidents. The DCMO may be called upon to act on behalf of the CMO during their absence and cover the operational needs of the MOW section.

The DCMO oversees the implementation of robust preventive and corrective maintenance programs and provides strategic direction to MOW functional units Senior Operations Managers. The DCMO ensures all standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements are upheld and serves as representative to regulatory bodies and key stakeholders, including the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), and San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH).

The MOW section of the SFMTA Transit Division directly oversees the fixed guideway infrastructure to ensure smooth and safe operations of our rail and trolley-bus lines. MOW is comprised of three functional operation units (Mechanical Infrastructure, Electrical Infrastructure, Facilities Maintenance) as well as Engineering, Compliance and Administration units. Together these teams directly support four of the five SFMTA transit modes including trolley bus, light rail, historic streetcar, and cable car. The mission of the SFMTA Transit Division is to provide safe, reliable, clean, efficient, accessible, and convenient public transportation to any destination in San Francisco. The Maintenance of Way Section works collaboratively with other SFMTA divisions and other city departments to provide services to our customers by operating and maintaining over 100 track miles of railway, 500 miles of electrical overhead and critical supporting systems.

Transportation connects us all. That is why every single day the SFMTA is working hard to build a safer, more reliable transportation system for our city. We strive to ensure that our community, and the nearly 25 million visitors that our city receives each year, have access to safe and reliable transportation options. Join us to be a part of delivering this mission!

Examples of Important and Essential Duties for the 9182 - Manager VIII:

Provides high-level oversight on all day-to-day Maintenance of Way infrastructure functions.
Provides direction to subordinate managers regarding activities and operations of their functional areas; assumes responsibility for improving the maintenance measures; coordinates with maintenance manager to maintain an effective maintenance program.
Adjusts plans and programs activities to meet maintenance needs and emerging problems; establishes new programs, while continuing to address major departmental policies; plans, organizes, directs, controls, and reviews the operation of departmental functions and activities.
Coordinates with MOW Administration Manager to monitor and make recommendations to the CMO on the efficiency and effectiveness of the departmental organization structure, staff assignments and service levels.
Identifies and analyzes opportunities for improvement and implements those improvements.
Contributes to budget development with strong justifications for proposals; manages and monitors operating budgets across multiple divisions.
Oversees and supports Senior Operations Managers in planning, assigning, and directing the activities of a large group of subordinate personnel engaged in the maintenance and repair of transit infrastructure.
Coordinates and directs subordinate supervisory personnel in the maintenance and repair of a variety of MOW fixed guideway facilities.
Approves requisitions for materials and supplies; prepares and checks cost estimates and makes recommendations for repairs.
Directs investigation of complaints and makes recommendations as to their adjustment; investigates fieldwork in process for compliance with proper procedures and methods; ensures that all facilities of the SFMTA MOW unit are inspected at regular intervals for compliance with safety laws, rules, regulations, and fire protection safeguards; confers with engineering personnel, Transit Division management, consultants, contractors and vendors on maintenance and repair projects, methods and procedures.
Assists in the development and advancement of subordinates through training and effective use of employee development program; through subordinate supervisory personnel directs the work of janitorial, maintenance and repair crews and related support staff.

The 9182 – Manager VIII may perform other duties as assigned/required.

How to qualify

1. Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; AND

2. Eight (8) years of full-time experience at a mass transit agency in the operation, maintenance and repair in any of the following: power generating and related distribution systems; and/or electronic systems; and/or buildings, stations or passenger infrastructure; and/or use of heavy construction equipment; and/or track work; and/or maintenance engineering, which must have included five (5) years at the second supervisory level or management level which includes responsibility for supervising staff; AND

3. Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Education Substitution: Additional years of qualifying experience (both second-level supervisory/management or non-supervisory) may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. One year (2,000 hours) will be considered equivalent to thirty (30) semester units/forty-five (45) quarter units.

Notes:

1. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

2. One (1) year full-time experience is equivalent to 2,000 hours. (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time experience.

Desirable Qualifications

Ability to lead and direct the maintenance and repair activities of cross-functional teams with a large group of subordinate personnel.
Experience overseeing the preparation of detailed operational reports for decision-making.
Background in managing budgets, resources, contracts, or programs in a complex organization.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work well with staff, peers, executive leadership, elected officials, and the public.
Ability to handle shifting priorities, emergencies, and operational challenges with good judgment and professionalism.
Well-rounded leader, with substantial successful leadership experience in a senior level position within a complex organizational environment.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; advanced degree preferred.
Well-rounded leader, with substantial successful leadership experience in a senior level position within a complex organizational environment.
Experience working with oversight boards or commissions such as Board of Directors.
Familiarity with transit systems, infrastructure, or project delivery in an urban setting.
Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations or policies.
Commitment to equity, safety, sustainability, and improved mobility for all San Franciscans.

What else should I know?

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included in your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Selection Process: Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be used to determine candidates' qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to move forward in the selection process.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all the steps in the selection process.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ): Candidates will be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application at a later time. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods, and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state, or local laws, rules, or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

This recruitment may be utilized to fill similar positions in this classification at SFMTA.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@careers.sf.gov that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

For questions or inquiries, please contact: Maggie Gonzalez Diaz, at Maggie.GonzalezDiaz@sfmta.com.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Salary: 180440.00 - 230308.00 Annually

Job Category: Transportation

Location: San Francisco/Peninsula

Job Type: Full-Time

Close Date: 01/31/2026

Career Opportunity

Manager VI, Senior Operations Manager – Mechanical Infrastructure - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (9180)

Recruitment: RTF0162225-01087830

Published: November 25, 2025

Contact:

Maggie Gonzalez Diaz - Maggie.GonzalezDiaz@sfmta.com

Department: Municipal Transportation Agency
Job class: 9180-Manager VI, Municipal Transportation Agency
Starting salary range: $180,440.00 - $230,308.00 (Range A)
Role type: Permanent Exempt What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time

About:

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA or “the agency”) connects San Franciscans with their communities to enhance the economy, environment and, ultimately, the quality of life in the city. As an agency within the City and County of San Francisco, the SFMTA is responsible for managing the city’s transportation network. The agency has more than 6,000 employees who are responsible for the management of all ground and some underground transportation in the city. The SFMTA has oversight over public transit, as well as bicycling, paratransit, parking and curb management, street operations, walking, and taxis.

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Permanent Exempt. Permanent-Exempt (PEX) Appointment.  Pursuant to the City & County of San Francisco Charter, Section 10.104.13, any person occupying a position under exempt appointment shall not be subject to civil service selection, appointment and removal procedures.  Exempt employees shall serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Officer. 

Application Opening: Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Deadline to Apply: Application filing will close on or after Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Recruitment ID: PEX-9180-162226

Salary: $180,440 - $230,308 annually (Range A)

Division: Transit

Section/Unit: Maintenance of Way (MOW)

Work Location: 700 Pennsylvania Ave, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA

Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 7AM - 4PM

⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️: Your application MUST include responses to the supplemental questionnaire found here: forms.office.com/r/YBpRdTQUS5

Applicants must complete the supplemental questionnaire and the online application by the filing deadline. A cover letter and resume must be attached to the online application. The application, resume, and cover letter will not be reviewed without a completed supplemental questionnaire and vice versa.

Role description

The SFMTA Transit Division’s Maintenance of Way (MOW) Section is seeking a Senior Operations Manager, Mechanical Infrastructure (Mechanical Infrastructure SOM). This role will oversee and manage the work of four mechanical and infrastructure-related units within MOW, including: Cable Car Propulsion, Cable Car Track Maintenance, Mechanical Systems, and Light Rail Vehicle (LRV) Track Maintenance. The role encompasses the leadership of over 100 maintenance personnel across various classifications, with an emphasis on ensuring high-quality infrastructure in support of SFMTA Muni operations. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated and professional, with extensive experience managing complex maintenance programs within a transit or similarly scaled operational environment.

Under the direction of the Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer (DCMO), the Mechanical Infrastructure SOM plans, manages, supervises, and leads the execution of essential maintenance and repair activities involving mechanical systems and infrastructure that support the City’s transit operations.

This position is responsible for implementing and overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance programs, ensuring compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and regulatory requirements, and guiding staff in resolving technical and emergency maintenance challenges. The Mechanical Infrastructure SOM works closely with engineering and project delivery teams on capital projects related to mechanical infrastructure including design review and operational readiness support. The position may also serve as a delegate for the DCMO when required.

The MOW section of the SFMTA Transit Division directly oversees the fixed guideway infrastructure, ensuring smooth and safe operations of our rail and trolley-bus lines. MOW is comprised of three maintenance and operation units: Mechanical Infrastructure, Electrical Infrastructure, Facilities Maintenance as well as Engineering, Compliance and Administration units. Together these teams directly support four of the five SFMTA transit modes including trolley bus, light rail, historic streetcar and cable car. The MOW section works collaboratively with other SFMTA divisions and other city departments to provide services to our customers by operating and maintaining over 100 track miles of railway, 500 miles of electrical overhead and critical supporting systems.

Transportation connects us all. That’s why every single day the SFMTA is working hard to build a safer, more reliable transportation system for our city. We strive to ensure that our community, and the nearly 25 million visitors that our city receives each year, have access to safe and reliable transportation options. Join us to be a part of delivering this mission!

Examples of Important and Essential Duties for the 9180-Manager VI:

Oversees all day-to-day Maintenance of Way mechanical infrastructure functions.
Provides direction to subordinate managers on operations, maintenance priorities, and performance improvement efforts within mechanical infrastructure teams.
Plans, assigns, and oversees the work of staff engaged in the maintenance and repair of mechanical systems, cable car propulsion, cable car track and LRV track infrastructure.
Adjusts plans and programs to address emerging problems and maintenance needs; develops and implements new initiatives to support departmental goals.
Maintains and refines Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),
Monitor staff assignments, service levels, and organizational efficiency and recommend adjustments to the DCMO as needed.
Identifies and implements opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Coordinates with Administration on budget development, tracking expenditures and evaluating cost estimates for repair options.
Prepares and approves requisitions for materials and supplies.
Investigates field work and complaints for procedural compliance, quality, and safety; ensures inspections are completed in accordance with regulations and standards.
Works collaboratively with engineering personnel, contractors, and vendors on mechanical and facility projects, including capital improvements and emergency repairs.
Supports employee development through training, coaching, and performance management.

The 9180 – Manager VI may perform other duties as assigned/required.

How to qualify

Minimum Qualifications:

Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; AND
Eight (8) years of full-time experience at a mass transit agency in the operation, maintenance and repair in any of the following: buildings, stations or passenger infrastructure; and/or use of heavy construction equipment; and/or track work; and/or maintenance engineering, which must have included three (3) years at the second supervisory level or management level which includes responsibility for supervising staff; AND
Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Substitution:
Additional years of qualifying experience (both second-level supervisory or non-supervisory) may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. One year (2,000 hours) will be considered equivalent to thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units.

Notes:

1. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

2. One (1) year full-time experience is equivalent to 2000 hours. (2000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above forty (40) hours per week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify candidates advancing to the interview process and/or to identify job finalist(s) at the end of the selection process when referred for hiring.

Ability to plan, assign, and direct maintenance and repair activities of a large, multidisciplinary workforce.
Ability to supervise the preparation of detailed operating records and maintenance reports.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with staff, peers, and the public.
Capacity to manage shifting priorities, emergencies, and operational challenges.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Substantial leadership experience in a senior position within a large, complex organization.
Experience working with oversight boards or commissions is highly desirable.

What else should I know?

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification. Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Selection Process: Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be used to determine candidates' qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to move forward in the selection process.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all the steps in the selection process.

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ): Candidates will be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application at a later time. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

This recruitment may be utilized to fill similar positions in this classification at SFMTA.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@careers.sf.gov that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

For questions or inquiries, please contact: Maggie Gonzalez Diaz, at Maggie.GonzalezDiaz@sfmta.com.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Laboratory/Field Technician- Field (20692338)

Assistant Planner (20692261)

Associate Planner (20692257)

Public Information Manager – Environmental Services Department (20692166)

Public Safety Media and Engagement Manager (20691994)

Deputy Public Information Officer (20691993)

Capital Programs Manager (20691933)

Assistant or Associate Planner (20691925)

Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer (20691820)

Career Opportunity

Manager VIII, Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (9182)

Senior Operations Manager (20691810)

Career Opportunity

Manager VI, Senior Operations Manager – Mechanical Infrastructure - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (9180)

Search Jobs

Find results with...

Career Opportunity

Manager VIII, Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (9182)

Career Opportunity

Manager VI, Senior Operations Manager – Mechanical Infrastructure - SF Municipal Transportation Agency (9180)