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NEW AT THE CITY OF SAN JOSE - HIRING INCENTIVE PILOT PROGRAM!

Hiring Incentive Pilot Program – Effective January 1, 2017, new Electrician I/II hires will receive a one-time, non-pensionable lump sum payment of $5,000 (new Electrician I hires) or $6,000 (new Electrician II hires); employees receiving the incentive would be required to forfeit and/or refund it to the City if they leave City service or transfer to a City position not represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) on or before their one-year anniversary of passing probation as Electrician II. NOTE - The Hiring Incentive pilot program is currently scheduled to last for a maximum of two (2) years.

Electrician I: annual salary range is $80,246.40 - $97,656.00, hourly range is $38.58 - $46.95

Electrician II: annual salary range is $84,302.40 - $102,564.80, hourly range is $40.53 - $49.31

NOTE: The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Electrician classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

The City of San José is accepting applications for the position of Electrician I/II. Written exams are conducted monthly. Candidates passing all phases of the examination process will be placed in a qualified candidate group to be considered for filling present and future vacancies. 

Electrician I is the entry level class in the Electrician series. Incumbents are provided with training and experience to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the full range of installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment. Electrician I incumbents must complete training, be appointed and pass probation as an Electrician II to retain employment. Electrician II is the journey level class in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment, working independently under general supervision.

Electricians are responsible for installing, maintaining, testing, troubleshooting, repairing, and operating high and low voltage/amperage electrical components, systems and equipment including: locating problems; determining appropriate courses of action; and coordinating repairs with affected parties. They design, fabricate, and install electrical systems and components and install wiring and electrical equipment, ensuring code compliance. Electricians review work orders, maintain activity logs, prepare requisitions and obtain approval for various projects. Duties may also include purchasing electrical supplies, including: filling out paperwork; coordinating purchases; and, choosing vendors. They are responsible for responding to occasional emergencies, evaluating and taking required actions and determining if support is needed.

Electricians may perform other duties of a similar nature or level.

Electricians in the Department of Transportation are responsible for the ongoing maintenance and improvements of San Jose's streetlight and traffic signal systems. Responsibilities may include installation and maintenance of fiber optic cable, speed radar signs, video detection, traffic monitoring cameras, and 'smart' LED streetlights.

Electricians at the Airport are responsible for a wide range of equipment and systems in a 24/7/365 operation, including repair, installation, operation, and maintenance. Responsibilities may include airfield/airport specific systems and equipment such as series lighting circuits, constant current regulators, airfield lighting control systems, and airfield lights. In addition, responsibilities may include interior and exterior lighting fixtures (including high mast ramp lighting, street lighting, parking lot lighting, etc), lighting control systems, building management systems, access control systems, fire alarm systems, power management systems, building distribution systems and equipment up to 12kv, motor control equipment, baggage handling systems, emergency generators, vehicle gate operators, pump stations and fiber optics.

Shift schedules are based upon the needs and requirements of the Airport, and may require rotation assignments or assignment to a specific shift. Weekend and holiday work may be required, and standby time may be required.

Public Works electrician duties include: new construction, remodels, small tenant improvement projects, lighting retrofit projects, maintenance of pump stations (includes motor controls and PLC's and computerized alarm and monitoring of pumps, etc.), emergency generators, fire alarm systems, vehicle gate operators, badge access controls, lighting control systems, electrical building distribution systems and equipment up to and including 12kv, installing cat 5 and fiber optic networks and maintenance of all City buildings. They also set up temporary power for numerous special events on weekends and public address setups. PW provides standby Electricians 24/7.

Depending upon assignment, Swing Shift, Graveyard Shift, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

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.

Communication Skills - communicates and listens effectively and responds in a timely, effective, positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate, complete, current; well-organized, legible, concise, neat, and in proper grammatical form.

Computer Skills - experience with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. 

Electrical Safety and Safe Work Practices - demonstrates familiarity and experience with Lock Out/Tag Out, safe operation of tools and equipment, and proper use of personal protective gear. 

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.

Team Work & Interpersonal Skills - demonstrates a positive attitude and flexibility along with the ability to develop effective relationships with co-workers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

A completed online employment application and questionnaire is REQUIRED

Incomplete or late applications will NOT be accepted

Resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the required employment application

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical duties in support of the City’s local code enforcement program; monitors and enforces a variety of applicable ordinances, codes, and regulations related to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, blight, graffiti, water waste, and other matters of public concern; and serves as a resource and provides information on City regulations to property owners, residents, businesses, the general public, and other City departments and divisions. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. 

1. Perform a variety of field and office work in support of the City’s local code enforcement program; enforce compliance with City regulations and ordinances including those pertaining to zoning, land use, nuisance housing, building codes, health and safety, blight, graffiti, water waste, and other matters of public concern. 

2. Receive and respond to citizen complaints and reports from other agencies and departments on alleged violations of City zoning and related municipal codes and ordinances; interview complainant and witnesses; conduct investigations and provide recommendations for resolution. 

3. Conduct field investigations; inspect properties for violations; attempt to make contact at the residence or business in order to resolve violation; issue and post warning notices, notices of violation, corrective notices, orders to comply, and related documentation for code violations; schedule and perform all follow-up functions to gain compliance including letters, inspections, calls, meetings, discussions, and negotiations to ensure compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances; issue administrative and parking citations and notices of violation as necessary. 

4. Prepare evidence in support of legal actions taken by the City; appear in court as necessary; testify at hearings and in court proceedings as required. 

5. Maintain accurate documentation and case files on all investigations, inspections, enforcement actions, and other job related activities including accurate and detailed information regarding code enforcement activity to substantiate violations; draw diagrams and illustrations and take photographs. 

6. Prepare a variety of written reports, memos, and correspondence related to enforcement activities. 

7. Patrol assigned area in a City vehicle to identify and evaluate problem areas and/or ordinance violations; determine proper method to resolve violations. 

8. Participate in the implementation of the City’s graffiti abatement program; receive requests for abatement of graffiti; patrol the City, record location of graffiti, and inform the City’s Graffiti Abatement Office of the need for vandalism clean-up; obtain and collect right of entry forms for graffiti abatement on private property; enter calls into computer system and track case progress. 

9. Attend meetings and serve as a resource to other City departments, divisions, the general public, and outside agencies in the enforcement of zoning regulations; provide research and documentation for meetings; interpret and explain municipal codes and ordinances to members of the general public, contractors, business owners, and other interested groups in the field, over the counter, and on the telephone. 

10. Operate computer to enter, process, and acquire data relative to complaints, inspection sites, and effective code enforcement; research complaints. 

11. Participate in supervising the work of community service workers, county inmates, or volunteers engaged in community clean-up and preservation activities; determine locations and type of work to be performed. 

12. Locate vacant residences and businesses; secure buildings with proper materials as necessary; post the property as necessary; check vacant buildings regularly for transient activity, graffiti, and other forms of vandalism. 

13. May assist in researching, drafting, and rewriting municipal codes; participate in the development of forms and processes utilized to address various issues. 

14. Perform related duties as required.

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STREET SWEEPER OPERATOR

A completed online employment application and questionnaire is REQUIRED

Incomplete or late applications will NOT be accepted

Resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the required employment application

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Streets Maintenance Supervisor, safely operates motorized street sweeping equipment in the effective, efficient cleaning of City streets, curbs, gutters, parking lots and public rights-of-way; performs semi-skilled to skilled maintenance, repair, and construction work assigned to the streets division; operates maintenance and construction tools and equipment; performs a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility in addition to street sweeping.

Representative Duties

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Operate street sweeping equipment to clean assigned routes.
2. Operate a variety of other motorized equipment and specialized maintenance equipment.
3. Make minor adjustments on service equipment; maintain tools and equipment in working order.
4. Maintain logs of daily activities.
5. Handle complaints and answer questions from the public.
6. Oversee the work of community service workers.
7. Repair and replace street surfaces, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters including back filling trenches and evacuations, as assigned.
8. Remove hazards from the roadway and other public right-of-ways.
9. Conduct traffic count surveys.
10. Respond to hazardous materials spills.
11. Perform related duties as required.

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The City of Livermore has an exciting employment opportunity to join our progressive City as the Public Works Supervisor of landscaping services for the City and the Landscape Maintenance and Community Facilities Districts in our Public Works Maintenance Division.  

Apply online at www.cityoflivermore.net/jobs by 5 p.m. on Monday, November 26, 2018.

The Public Works Supervisor plans, organizes, and coordinates the activities of the Landscape section; recommends and implements section goals, objectives, and performance standards; administers and monitors landscape contracts ensuring compliance; administers the Landscape Maintenance Districts (LMDs), Community Facilities Districts (CFDs), and the section’s budget; supervises directly and through field supervisors the tasks performed in the installation, repair, and maintenance of landscaping, irrigation, planting, cultivation, pruning, mowing, and caring for shrubs, flowers, groundcover, turf, and trees;  oversees staff application of herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, and other chemicals; reviews development plans for compliance with City standards; develops and administers programs and policies; and participates on a variety of committees.

The Palo Alto Art Center is your place to discover art. See, make, and be inspired because everyone is an artist. Created by the community, for the community in 1971, the Palo Alto Art Center provides an accessible and welcoming place to engage with art. We serve approximately 80,000 people every year through a diverse range of programs.
 
The House Manager position involves significant public contact and customer service, including enforcement of rules and regulations and may include set-up for events.

Work Hours and Schedule:
On-call, as needed.
 

Essential Duties

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide set-up and breakdown of furniture and equipment for Art Center events including opening receptions, lectures, parties, and art festivals
• Enforce facility rules and regulations and provide general event support and troubleshooting for rentals

 
Secondary Responsibilities:

• Potential to provide office coverage for regular Art Center staff during off-hours and vacations

Minimum Qualifications

Equivalent to graduation from high school. Some experience with customer service.

Special Requirements:
Possession of a California Driver's License
Ability to lift 50 pounds

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Work in an office environment in a publicly accessible building, answering of phones and sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time.

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