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The Town of Moraga offers a supportive environment where you will be given the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of municipal engineering. The position offers a unique opportunity to work on a diverse array of assignments, including Town capital projects, plan checks for subdivision and private developments, transportation planning and traffic engineering, and construction and maintenance of public infrastructure. The Assistant (Civil) Engineer will provide essential input to the small but dedicated staff team in a community-focused organization that values initiative, energy, and a willingness to work across disciplines and departments to ensure quality service and development that respects and enhances Moraga’s unique community, conditions, and character.

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We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Manager of Engineering with the WRD of Southern California.  

The Manager of Engineering works under the general direction of the Assistant General Manager/Chief Engineer to plan, organize, integrate  and direct the activities, operations, administration, and services of the engineering department including the planning and execution of capital improvement projects and programs to accomplish  short- and long-term goals and objectives.

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The City of Palo Alto Utilities
Palo Alto is the only city in California that offers a full array of utility services to its citizens and businesses. Because of this, the City has a unique opportunity to partner with the Palo Alto community to enjoy the benefits and achievements of reliable, home-grown, and environmentally-focused utilities. Palo Alto has a tradition of over 100 years of successful public utility operations. It is a tradition that continues to provide the Palo Alto community with safe and reliable utilities service, local decision-making over policies, utility rate-making, environmental programs, and customized services. 

The Position
This position is currently in the Water engineering group and is critical to continuing water capital improvement projects.  The Water engineering group is in the Water, Gas, and Wastewater (WGW) engineering division.   Currently there are three major WGW capital improvement projects under construction including a very visible high priority project in the downtown area.  The successful candidate will typically manage construction projects from start to finish; providing project justifications, budget analysis, calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and schedules for assigned utility capital improvement projects for the WGW utilities (such as main replacements). 

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FINAL FILING DATE:  This position is open until filled. PERS retired annuitants are not eligible to apply.

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFOMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Parks & Facility Maintenance Worker II in the Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Department. This position is limited to 1,500 hours per fiscal year.The normal work schedule includes evenings and weekends.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties related to maintaining the City’s natural resources, facilities, and property.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operate golf cart type vehicle, mower or other machinery; operate small power tools and equipment.
• Note and correct safety hazards; refer difficult problems/hazards for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR, if certified, as required.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Prepare necessary forms and reports.
• Drive and maintain assigned vehicle; maintain proper oil and fluid levels; notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

When assigned to Park Maintenance (Aquatics):

• Maintain, mow, and clean parks and playground facilities, restrooms and surrounding areas.
• Monitor/Check swimming pool pumps, filters and related equipment; monitor and apply chemicals; refer to appropriate staff for further attention.
• Repair and maintain park and landscape irrigation systems.
• Maintain municipal swimming pool pumps, filters, and related equipment; monitor and apply chemicals; refer to appropriate staff for further attention.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic methods, tools, and equipment used in natural resource and grounds maintenance and facility maintenance.
• Principles and practices of safety management.
• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Basic understanding and principles of agronomy, natural resource management, forestry, horticulture, and biology.
• Basic principle of facility maintenance and management
• Basic principles and practices of record keeping.
• Principles and techniques of first aid and artificial respiration.
• Safe driving practices.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist, and reach while operating equipment and perform maintenance and/or construction activities; perform heavy manual labor; operate a variety of hand and power tools used in maintenance activities; know and understand maintenance operations, janitorial and/or construction projects, observe safety rules.
• Intermittently, analyze equipment problems; identify safety hazards; remember and locate equipment and tools; may interpret and explain work orders; sit while completing work papers; travel from job-site to job-site sitting in assigned vehicle or on equipment; lift or carry cement bags, fertilizer sacks and/or bags of chalk, tables and stages weighing 65 pounds or less.
• Learn to perform semi-skilled tasks in a variety of maintenance activities.
• Swim, if assigned to Park Maintenance-Aquatics.
• Operate golf type vehicles, mower and other maintenance equipment.
• Understand and translate City policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
• Learn principles and techniques of first aid and artificial respiration.
• Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR, if certified.
• Learn to identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Communicate tactfully with customers.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather and environmental conditions.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Perform semi-skilled tasks in a variety of maintenance activities.
• Identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.

Experience and Training

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible experience performing maintenance work similar to that of a Parks and Facilities Maintenance Worker I with the City of Roseville.

Training:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, GED, or higher level degree; additional course work and training in maintenance, agronomy, horticulture, forestry, natural resource management, electric, plumbing, carpentry, janitorial or related field is highly desirable.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment. 
• Possession of CPR and First Aid certificates within six (6) months of hire.

Necessary Special Requirement:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

1. Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work?  If so, please list below which ones.
    
2. Are you available and willing to work weekends, evenings, and holidays?
    
3. What hours are you not available to work?
    
4. Describe your experience with pool water chemistry.
    
5. Describe your experience with pool maintenance.
    
6. List any plumbing experience.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

Incumbents will work a flexible schedule, with increased scheduling during peak workload periods, but less than 1,000 hours during the assignment through the fiscal year starting July 1st and ending June 30th.

JOB SUMMARY

Under direction this position provides pool supervision, performs rescues, and enforces safety rules and related duties as required. The Lifeguard is a part-time hourly position. This class receives assignments from and reports to the Supervisory Team; must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Staff meetings are mandatory and held on Fridays at 10:00 am.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Administers first aid.
• Enforces pool regulations and policies.
• Assists in the maintenance of operational equipment.
• Maintains the pool area, deck and locker room for cleanliness and safety.
• Prevents accidents.
• Performs rescues.
• Provides customer service as needed.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned.

ABOUT THE CITY

San Dimas is located midway (about 27 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino, at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Excellent access to freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy Southern California’s many cultural and recreational activities.

San Dimas was incorporated in 1960 with a Council-Manager form of government. Its citizens receive a full range of services through the combined efforts of the City’s four departments (Administration, Parks & Recreation, Public Works and Development Services) and the contract services of Los Angeles County.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The City of San Dimas, California advises the public, employees and job applicants that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or any non-merit based factor in admission to, treatment of or employment in its programs and activities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The City of San Dimas will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)

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Under general supervision, the Civil Engineer, performs a variety of advanced plan reviewing, project management, contract management, designing, drafting, communicating clearly with staff and public, including the preparation of information, layouts and color renderings, demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures, standards, and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs other related duties as required.

Incumbents will work a flexible schedule, with increased scheduling during peak workload periods, but less than 1,000 hours during the assignment through the fiscal year starting July 1st and ending June 30th.

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision this position teaches swimming lessons and/or specialized aquatic classes to the public. This position also monitors the use of the swimming pool and enforces safety rules. The Swim Instructor is a part-time hourly position. This class receives assignments from and reports to the Supervisory Team. Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Staff meetings are mandatory and held on Fridays at 10am.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

• Conducts swim instruction classes.
• Administers first aid.
• Enforces pool regulations and policies.
• Assists in the maintenance of operational equipment.
• Maintains the pool area, deck and locker room for cleanliness and safety.
• Performs rescues.
• Evaluates student performance.
• Provides customer service as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

ABOUT THE CITY

San Dimas is located midway (about 27 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino, at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Excellent access to freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy Southern California’s many cultural and recreational activities.

San Dimas was incorporated in 1960 with a Council-Manager form of government. Its citizens receive a full range of services through the combined efforts of the City’s four departments (Administration, Parks & Recreation, Public Works and Development Services) and the contract services of Los Angeles County.

STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION

The City of San Dimas, California advises the public, employees and job applicants that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or any non-merit based factor in admission to, treatment of or employment in its programs and activities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The City of San Dimas will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)

Applications are being accepted for the position of Part-time Hourly/Temporary Engineering Intern with the City of South San Francisco’s Public Works Department - Engineering Division.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED.  IF INTERESTED, APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

SALARY:  $22.00/ hour

This part-time hourly/temporary Engineering Intern is a non-benefited position.

The City of South San Francisco is a fully independent and highly commercialized full-service city with an estimated population of 65,710 growing to 100,000 during business hours. City departments include: Police, Fire, Parks & Recreation, Public Works, Economic and Community Development, Information Technology, City Attorney, Library, Finance, Human Resources and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 400 full– and part-time employees.

THE POSITION

Under supervision, performs sub-professional engineering office work related to Public Works improvements; elementary field surveying; computer-aided drafting and design work; and related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs a wide variety of responsible sub-professional engineering work; computes and posts simple engineering data; computer-aided drafting, design, and mapping; revises, reviews, files, and updates engineering plans and maps; assists field survey and traffic survey crews as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:  Basic engineering principles; drafting symbols used in construction work; basic engineering office equipment; modern personal computers and related computer software; principles and practical application of computer-aided drafting, design and mapping systems.

Ability to:  Learn the use of surveying equipment and techniques; learn basic construction inspection procedures; accurately make and verify mathematical computations; perform neat and accurate drafting; collect engineering field data, and make field notes; maintain accurate records; effectively operate computer-aided drafting, design, and mapping software; effectively use modern office software; prepare PowerPoint presentations; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; prepare response letters to the pubic; work flexible hours; perform customer service with the public and general contractors; and perform duties as assigned.

Experience:  None required.

Education:  Current student enrolled in a university/college with a major in civil engineering.  

License:  Possession of a valid Class “C” California Driver’s License.

APPLY ONLINE AND UPLOAD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME (required).  For additional information, please contact Patrick Caylao, Associate Civil Engineer – Engineering Division at matthew.ruble@ssf.net / (650) 829-6652.

City of South San Francisco, Public Works Department www.ssf.net EOE

This general announcement is subject to change. It does not constitute an express or implied contract.