CALAVERAS COUNTY, CA
CA, California, United States
Position Description Rock Creek Landfill is open seven days a week from 8am to 4:30pm. This position will require you to work on the weekends and holidays. The only holidays that the Landfill is closed are: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Years Day and Easter Sunday. You will be subject to working in inclement weather, rain, wind, and heat. Under general supervision, to operate heavy power-driven construction equipment; to operate trucks and other types of road equipment; to perform a variety of semiskilled and skilled construction and maintenance tasks and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is a specialty class; incumbents are expected to possess a high degree of skill related to the operation of a wide variety of construction, road related and other types of motorized equipment at the County solid waste facility and transfer stations.Unlike the Operations Foreman, this classification is not normally assigned supervision duties, nor does the position act as a lead worker, however such duties may be assigned on a short-term basis pending departmental need/staffing requirements. Incumbents are required to routinely handle multiple waste streams and on occasion, hazardous waste as an integral part of their daily duties. Incumbents must familiarize themselves with and adhere to the Operations Plan for "Permanent Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility". This position requires working on weekends and holidays. Example of Duties Operates skillfully and within close tolerances, heavy power driven equipment in the maintenance and construction of County Integrated Waste projects such as scrapers, loaders, compactors, grinders and water tenders. Assists in servicing and checking of assigned equipment for needed repairs. May operate simple construction tools and other hand-held equipment for work related to patching roads or cutting brush. May perform skilled and semiskilled carpentry, concrete and fabrication work in the construction and maintenance of integrated Waste related cells, culverts and roads. General Household Hazardous Waste facility maintenance. Must have a fundamental understanding of hazardous materials and hazardous waste and be able to address concerns associated with such materials on the working face of the landfill. May assist with the segregation and/or loading of salvageable material. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: Procedures and policies pertaining to integrated waste disposal; grade staking procedures; safety rules and regulations pertaining to landfill operations; tools, equipment and materials used in construction and landfill operations; safe operation of landfill and earth-moving equipment; ability to operate a wide variety of heavy equipment; perform heavy manual labor; understand and carry out written and oral directions; work cooperatively with others; speak, read and write English. Skill and Ability to: Operate landfill and earth-moving equipment in a safe manner; identify and report mechanical defects or equipment needing maintenance, use hand levels and laser equipment; speak, read, and write at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance; accurately maintain required records; maintain good working relationships with those contacted in the course of business. Education, Training, and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of experience operating heavy equipment. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles is required; the appropriate license is normally considered to be the equivalent to a Class A Commercial license; must be willing and available to all times for shift work, including emergency response. Must possess appropriate hazardous waste operations training certificate pursuant to 29 CFR 1910.120 prior to expiration of probationary period. Will be required to participate in the medical surveillance programs and DOT drug testing. This classification is designated as a Department of Transportation Safety Sensitive position. Incumbents are subject to drug and/or alcohol testing and must comply with all applicable drug and alcohol policies, procedures, laws, rules and regulations. Service Employees International Union Local 1021 For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Boot Allowance: $150 or $175 per year and is distributed once a year, in the first full pay period in the month of December. Qualifying Classifications: Registered EH Specialists, EH Techs, OSS Engineers, Fleet Manager, Junior Engineer, Mechanic series, Sheriff's Mechanic, Public Works Inspector, Road Maintenance Worker series, Integrated Waste Worker series, AG Techs, and AG Biologists, and Recycling Program Coordinator I/II, Permit Tech I/II, Engineering Tech I/II assigned to the Rock Creek Landfill facility, and Air Pollution Control Tech. Uniform Allowance: $600 per calendar year split into monthly payments.Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying classifications : Custodian series, facility maintenance worker series, facilities maintenance engineer. Extra-Hire: Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance. Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :14 paid holidays per year. Life Insurance through ReliaStar: $50,000.00 County paid. After 65 years of age, pays out 65%, after 70 years of age ReliaStar pays out 32.5%. Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 3.5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods.. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Bi-Lingual pay :$75 per month for specific approved job classifications. Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance ?LEGALSHIELD CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS. Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre or Post Tax options ).The County utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 25, 2024
Full Time
Position Description Rock Creek Landfill is open seven days a week from 8am to 4:30pm. This position will require you to work on the weekends and holidays. The only holidays that the Landfill is closed are: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Years Day and Easter Sunday. You will be subject to working in inclement weather, rain, wind, and heat. Under general supervision, to operate heavy power-driven construction equipment; to operate trucks and other types of road equipment; to perform a variety of semiskilled and skilled construction and maintenance tasks and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is a specialty class; incumbents are expected to possess a high degree of skill related to the operation of a wide variety of construction, road related and other types of motorized equipment at the County solid waste facility and transfer stations.Unlike the Operations Foreman, this classification is not normally assigned supervision duties, nor does the position act as a lead worker, however such duties may be assigned on a short-term basis pending departmental need/staffing requirements. Incumbents are required to routinely handle multiple waste streams and on occasion, hazardous waste as an integral part of their daily duties. Incumbents must familiarize themselves with and adhere to the Operations Plan for "Permanent Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility". This position requires working on weekends and holidays. Example of Duties Operates skillfully and within close tolerances, heavy power driven equipment in the maintenance and construction of County Integrated Waste projects such as scrapers, loaders, compactors, grinders and water tenders. Assists in servicing and checking of assigned equipment for needed repairs. May operate simple construction tools and other hand-held equipment for work related to patching roads or cutting brush. May perform skilled and semiskilled carpentry, concrete and fabrication work in the construction and maintenance of integrated Waste related cells, culverts and roads. General Household Hazardous Waste facility maintenance. Must have a fundamental understanding of hazardous materials and hazardous waste and be able to address concerns associated with such materials on the working face of the landfill. May assist with the segregation and/or loading of salvageable material. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of: Procedures and policies pertaining to integrated waste disposal; grade staking procedures; safety rules and regulations pertaining to landfill operations; tools, equipment and materials used in construction and landfill operations; safe operation of landfill and earth-moving equipment; ability to operate a wide variety of heavy equipment; perform heavy manual labor; understand and carry out written and oral directions; work cooperatively with others; speak, read and write English. Skill and Ability to: Operate landfill and earth-moving equipment in a safe manner; identify and report mechanical defects or equipment needing maintenance, use hand levels and laser equipment; speak, read, and write at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance; accurately maintain required records; maintain good working relationships with those contacted in the course of business. Education, Training, and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of experience operating heavy equipment. Special Requirements Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles is required; the appropriate license is normally considered to be the equivalent to a Class A Commercial license; must be willing and available to all times for shift work, including emergency response. Must possess appropriate hazardous waste operations training certificate pursuant to 29 CFR 1910.120 prior to expiration of probationary period. Will be required to participate in the medical surveillance programs and DOT drug testing. This classification is designated as a Department of Transportation Safety Sensitive position. Incumbents are subject to drug and/or alcohol testing and must comply with all applicable drug and alcohol policies, procedures, laws, rules and regulations. Service Employees International Union Local 1021 For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County BENEFITS WEBPAGE. Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision. NEW * Assist-To-Own program to help Couny employees purchase a home. Program Highlights: Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan. Available with purchase of a primary residence. Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans). No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify. Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%. Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA. For more information, vists Calaveras County Assist-to-Own Boot Allowance: $150 or $175 per year and is distributed once a year, in the first full pay period in the month of December. Qualifying Classifications: Registered EH Specialists, EH Techs, OSS Engineers, Fleet Manager, Junior Engineer, Mechanic series, Sheriff's Mechanic, Public Works Inspector, Road Maintenance Worker series, Integrated Waste Worker series, AG Techs, and AG Biologists, and Recycling Program Coordinator I/II, Permit Tech I/II, Engineering Tech I/II assigned to the Rock Creek Landfill facility, and Air Pollution Control Tech. Uniform Allowance: $600 per calendar year split into monthly payments.Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying classifications : Custodian series, facility maintenance worker series, facilities maintenance engineer. Extra-Hire: Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance. Vacation days: 0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year. After 6 months you can take your first week. 3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year 10 years+ = 160 per year Holidays :14 paid holidays per year. Life Insurance through ReliaStar: $50,000.00 County paid. After 65 years of age, pays out 65%, after 70 years of age ReliaStar pays out 32.5%. Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period. 60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling. Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 3.5% merit increase may be granted.Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step. Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods.. Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following: 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005) 6 years 10 years 15 years 20 years 25 years Bi-Lingual pay :$75 per month for specific approved job classifications. Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually Section 125 Plan :Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site. AFLAC Heart & Stroke Insurance Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Universal Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance ?LEGALSHIELD CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION: CalPERS: CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55 PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62 Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS. Additional Retirement Plan: The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan ( Pre or Post Tax options ).The County utilizes VALIC. Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
YORK COUNTY, SC
York, South Carolina, United States
About us York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success. Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. About the Department: The Public Works Department is comprised of eight divisions that fall under the direction of the Public Works Director. Each division provides an important service to the citizens of York County and contributes to the quality of life experienced by those who live in our county. Of those eight divisions, Solid Waste Disposal operates a construction, demolition, and land clearing debris landfill; and provides disposal services for household garbage. About our opportunity We invite you to apply to join our team as a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt Light Equipment Operator within the Solid Waste Disposal division of York County Public Works Department. The purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of unskilled and semi- skilled task in the maintenance of the landfill. There will be an opportunity to learn to operate dozer, track hoe, loader, off road truck, and 90,000 lb waste compactors. Projected Hiring Range: $19.23 - $24.04 per hour. Compensation is determined based on qualifications. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM with overtime available depending on department needs. Rotational Saturday work from 7:00 AM - 12:30 PM. Working on Saturday is required in this position. All Solid Waste Disposal employees are placed in rotation to work on Saturdays and average 2 Saturdays each month. Solid Waste Disposal employees are essential employees. As an essential employee, working during all inclement weather conditions is required. Meaning when county offices are closed due to inclement weather, employees are required to report to work. County employees receive paid holidays each year, Solid Waste Disposal employees observe 7 of those holidays and will work 3 of the scheduled holidays. Our Total Compensation Package: Compensation - competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications. Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Long-term disability Deferred Compensation 401K Plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays Longevity Pay SC State Retirement Plan Pension Paid Vacation and Sick Time Sick Bank Critical Care and Cancer Insurance Wellness Screenings Employee Assistance Programs Professional Development / Trainings Paid uniforms safety equipment Duties and Responsibilities: Performs work as assigned to maintain York County Landfill. Cuts grass using zero turn mower, sew, seed and straw as needed operates skid steer and farm tractor with bush hog operate weed eater, chainsaw, and pole saw. Traffic control at C&D dump pad Maintains groundwater monitoring wells litter pick up green box attendant Learns to operate off road truck, track hoe, dozer, loader, and compactor to help during times of special projects. Performs related work as assigned. About you Experience and Education: High School Graduation or GED equivalent. Three (3) years of experience working in public works, solid waste or recycling or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certifications and Licenses: Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history. Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered. Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs heavy work that involves constantly lifting, shoveling, and carrying 35 to 50 pounds on a regular and recurring basis and exerting 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. Unavoidable Hazards (work environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife. Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors. Traffic; Moving machinery. Electrical shock; Heights. Radiation; Disease/pathogens. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Full-time employees are allowed to participate in group medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs offered by York County Government. If employees elect to secure dependent coverage, the employee should pay the additional costs for such coverage. All statements of insurance coverage are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements that are set forth in various insurance plan documents. Our full-time benefits through PEBA (South Carolina Retirement Systems and State Health Plan) include health insurance, prescription benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, MoneyPlus, Health Savings Accounts, retirement (Membership in the South Carolina Retirement System is mandatory for county employees), and deferred compensation.Making decisions about your insurance and retirement benefits can sometimes be complicated and difficult. The Navigating Your Benefits seriesprovides common-language explanations and can help you find your way in the world of your insurance and retirement benefits: Navigating Your Benefits | S.C. PEBA (sc.gov) Other full-time benefits include longevity allowance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, Sick Leave Bank, wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Program, etc. Please contact Human Resources at Human.Resources@yorkcountygov.com if you would like more information. Longevity Allowance Full-time regular county employees, elected officials, appointed officials, and judges with ten or more years of full time continuous governmental service are eligible to receive a monthly longevity allowance in addition to their regular compensation. Continuous service transferred from employment with another county, municipality, state or a political entity created by the State may contribute toward eligibility for the longevity allowance. Longevity allowances are paid according to the following schedule. Longevity Allowance Years of Continuous Service Monthly Longevity Amount 10-14 Years $20.00 15-19 Years $25.00 20-24 Years $30.00 25-29 Years $35.00 30-34 Years $40.00 35-39 Years $45.00 40+ Years $50.00 Annual Leave Probationary and regular full-time county employees that work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave with pay. Employees in their new hire six (6) month probationary period shall not be able to use annual leave until they become regular county employees. Employees who are separating from county service shall be paid for all accrued, unused annual leave up to 360 hours provided they give York County as the employer the proper notice as required. Employees in their six (6) month New Hire probationary period who are terminated or separated from employment shall not be paid for accrued annual leave. The maximum amount of annual leave carried into each calendar year is 360 hours. Earning Rate for Full-Time Employees Full-time employees with less than ten years of continuous service earn at the rate of eight hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve months period. Full-time employees with at least ten years, but less than twenty years of continuous service will earn at the rate of ten (10) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve month period. Full-time employees with twenty or more years of service will earn at the rate of twelve (12) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve (12) months period. Sick Leave Full-time county employees may be entitled to earn sick leave with pay. Employees may accrue up to 1,440 hours of sick leave. Upon termination of employment with the County, employees may not be reimbursed for any unused sick leave. When a paid holiday occurs while an employee is on sick leave with pay, the day may not be charged as sick leave. Earning Rate of Sick Leave Full time employees will earn eight hours of sick leave per month of service during a twelve month period. Paid Holiday’s The following days may be observed as paid holidays for York County Employees: January - December:3 Optional Holidays per Calendar Year January: New Year’s Day andMartin Luther King Day May: Memorial Day June: Juneteenth Day July: Independence Day September: Labor Day November: Veteran’s Day,Thanksgiving Day, andFriday after Thanksgiving December: Christmas Eve,Christmas Day Training: Quality training and educational programs are available at various times for county employees in order to support workforce development that is consistent with organizational objectives. Training topics may include driver training, CPR/first aid, communication, supervisor training, workplace violence, substance abuse, and various computer related classes. Closing Date/Time: 9/30/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Sep 19, 2024
Full Time
About us York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success. Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. About the Department: The Public Works Department is comprised of eight divisions that fall under the direction of the Public Works Director. Each division provides an important service to the citizens of York County and contributes to the quality of life experienced by those who live in our county. Of those eight divisions, Solid Waste Disposal operates a construction, demolition, and land clearing debris landfill; and provides disposal services for household garbage. About our opportunity We invite you to apply to join our team as a full-time (40 hours per week), non-exempt Light Equipment Operator within the Solid Waste Disposal division of York County Public Works Department. The purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of unskilled and semi- skilled task in the maintenance of the landfill. There will be an opportunity to learn to operate dozer, track hoe, loader, off road truck, and 90,000 lb waste compactors. Projected Hiring Range: $19.23 - $24.04 per hour. Compensation is determined based on qualifications. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM with overtime available depending on department needs. Rotational Saturday work from 7:00 AM - 12:30 PM. Working on Saturday is required in this position. All Solid Waste Disposal employees are placed in rotation to work on Saturdays and average 2 Saturdays each month. Solid Waste Disposal employees are essential employees. As an essential employee, working during all inclement weather conditions is required. Meaning when county offices are closed due to inclement weather, employees are required to report to work. County employees receive paid holidays each year, Solid Waste Disposal employees observe 7 of those holidays and will work 3 of the scheduled holidays. Our Total Compensation Package: Compensation - competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications. Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Long-term disability Deferred Compensation 401K Plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays Longevity Pay SC State Retirement Plan Pension Paid Vacation and Sick Time Sick Bank Critical Care and Cancer Insurance Wellness Screenings Employee Assistance Programs Professional Development / Trainings Paid uniforms safety equipment Duties and Responsibilities: Performs work as assigned to maintain York County Landfill. Cuts grass using zero turn mower, sew, seed and straw as needed operates skid steer and farm tractor with bush hog operate weed eater, chainsaw, and pole saw. Traffic control at C&D dump pad Maintains groundwater monitoring wells litter pick up green box attendant Learns to operate off road truck, track hoe, dozer, loader, and compactor to help during times of special projects. Performs related work as assigned. About you Experience and Education: High School Graduation or GED equivalent. Three (3) years of experience working in public works, solid waste or recycling or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certifications and Licenses: Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history. Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered. Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs heavy work that involves constantly lifting, shoveling, and carrying 35 to 50 pounds on a regular and recurring basis and exerting 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. Unavoidable Hazards (work environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife. Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors. Traffic; Moving machinery. Electrical shock; Heights. Radiation; Disease/pathogens. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Full-time employees are allowed to participate in group medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs offered by York County Government. If employees elect to secure dependent coverage, the employee should pay the additional costs for such coverage. All statements of insurance coverage are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements that are set forth in various insurance plan documents. Our full-time benefits through PEBA (South Carolina Retirement Systems and State Health Plan) include health insurance, prescription benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, MoneyPlus, Health Savings Accounts, retirement (Membership in the South Carolina Retirement System is mandatory for county employees), and deferred compensation.Making decisions about your insurance and retirement benefits can sometimes be complicated and difficult. The Navigating Your Benefits seriesprovides common-language explanations and can help you find your way in the world of your insurance and retirement benefits: Navigating Your Benefits | S.C. PEBA (sc.gov) Other full-time benefits include longevity allowance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, Sick Leave Bank, wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Program, etc. Please contact Human Resources at Human.Resources@yorkcountygov.com if you would like more information. Longevity Allowance Full-time regular county employees, elected officials, appointed officials, and judges with ten or more years of full time continuous governmental service are eligible to receive a monthly longevity allowance in addition to their regular compensation. Continuous service transferred from employment with another county, municipality, state or a political entity created by the State may contribute toward eligibility for the longevity allowance. Longevity allowances are paid according to the following schedule. Longevity Allowance Years of Continuous Service Monthly Longevity Amount 10-14 Years $20.00 15-19 Years $25.00 20-24 Years $30.00 25-29 Years $35.00 30-34 Years $40.00 35-39 Years $45.00 40+ Years $50.00 Annual Leave Probationary and regular full-time county employees that work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave with pay. Employees in their new hire six (6) month probationary period shall not be able to use annual leave until they become regular county employees. Employees who are separating from county service shall be paid for all accrued, unused annual leave up to 360 hours provided they give York County as the employer the proper notice as required. Employees in their six (6) month New Hire probationary period who are terminated or separated from employment shall not be paid for accrued annual leave. The maximum amount of annual leave carried into each calendar year is 360 hours. Earning Rate for Full-Time Employees Full-time employees with less than ten years of continuous service earn at the rate of eight hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve months period. Full-time employees with at least ten years, but less than twenty years of continuous service will earn at the rate of ten (10) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve month period. Full-time employees with twenty or more years of service will earn at the rate of twelve (12) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve (12) months period. Sick Leave Full-time county employees may be entitled to earn sick leave with pay. Employees may accrue up to 1,440 hours of sick leave. Upon termination of employment with the County, employees may not be reimbursed for any unused sick leave. When a paid holiday occurs while an employee is on sick leave with pay, the day may not be charged as sick leave. Earning Rate of Sick Leave Full time employees will earn eight hours of sick leave per month of service during a twelve month period. Paid Holiday’s The following days may be observed as paid holidays for York County Employees: January - December:3 Optional Holidays per Calendar Year January: New Year’s Day andMartin Luther King Day May: Memorial Day June: Juneteenth Day July: Independence Day September: Labor Day November: Veteran’s Day,Thanksgiving Day, andFriday after Thanksgiving December: Christmas Eve,Christmas Day Training: Quality training and educational programs are available at various times for county employees in order to support workforce development that is consistent with organizational objectives. Training topics may include driver training, CPR/first aid, communication, supervisor training, workplace violence, substance abuse, and various computer related classes. Closing Date/Time: 9/30/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Introduction This examination is being given to fill ONLY part-time positions within the Solid Waste Division of the San Joaquin County Public Works Department and to establish a referral list which may be used to fill future part-time opportunities. Solid Waste Division : The Solid Waste Division is responsible for the planning and operation of the County material recovery facilities, transfer operations and landfills. Solid Waste is a 7 day a week operation, with varying hours from 6:00am to 4:30pm. This position will work in open and closed landfill locations and materials facilities. Equipment may include (but are not limited to) heavy duty bulldozers, scrapers, loaders, backhoes, roll-off trucks and water trucks. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Pre-Employment Drug Screening : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Operates a variety of road construction and maintenance equipment such as equipment transporters, backhoes, oilier spreaders, cranes, blades, self-loading scrapers and front end loaders of 3 cubic yards or larger to perform a variety of functions including but not limited to the following: a. Subgrade and finish grade to engineering specifications. b. Drive piles. c. Fill trucks with sand, gravel and construction materials. d. Clear ditches and channels. e. Move large masses of earth. f. Load and move heavy equipment and road construction materials. g. Spread various grades or road oil on roads calculating distributor rate and width. Operates a variety of solid waste disposal equipment such as heavy duty bulldozers, scrapers, clamshell and other equipment to perform a variety of functions including but not limited to the following: a. Move, compact,, and cover refuse. b. Excavate, transport, place and compact earth. c. Load and move recyclable materials. d. Maintain road surfaces and drainage ditches. Makes routine repairs and adjustment to equipment; regularly checks or inspects brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels, and auxiliary equipment; does routine preventative equipment maintenance specified in operator's manual. Serves as lead worker over equipment operators, sanding crews and other members of a highway construction or maintenance crew or over disposal site personnel. Performs light or heavy physical labor when not engaged in operating equipment or serving as a lead worker. Maintains daily project records including personnel and equipment hours, material quantities; completes daily activity reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience : Four years of paid work experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy road construction equipment. KNOWLEDGE The operation, maintenance, adaptability and limitations of road construction and maintenance equipment; occupational hazards and safety procedures of the construction trades; traffic laws related to the operation of heavy equipment. ABILITY Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; do heavy manual labor, occasionally under adverse weather conditions; work cooperatively with others. Make emergency repairs and assist in making general repairs of heavy road construction and related equipment; lead, coordinate and inspect the work of crew personnel. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Aug 13, 2024
Part Time
Introduction This examination is being given to fill ONLY part-time positions within the Solid Waste Division of the San Joaquin County Public Works Department and to establish a referral list which may be used to fill future part-time opportunities. Solid Waste Division : The Solid Waste Division is responsible for the planning and operation of the County material recovery facilities, transfer operations and landfills. Solid Waste is a 7 day a week operation, with varying hours from 6:00am to 4:30pm. This position will work in open and closed landfill locations and materials facilities. Equipment may include (but are not limited to) heavy duty bulldozers, scrapers, loaders, backhoes, roll-off trucks and water trucks. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline. Pre-Employment Drug Screening : Potential new hires into this classification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file, Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail. TYPICAL DUTIES Operates a variety of road construction and maintenance equipment such as equipment transporters, backhoes, oilier spreaders, cranes, blades, self-loading scrapers and front end loaders of 3 cubic yards or larger to perform a variety of functions including but not limited to the following: a. Subgrade and finish grade to engineering specifications. b. Drive piles. c. Fill trucks with sand, gravel and construction materials. d. Clear ditches and channels. e. Move large masses of earth. f. Load and move heavy equipment and road construction materials. g. Spread various grades or road oil on roads calculating distributor rate and width. Operates a variety of solid waste disposal equipment such as heavy duty bulldozers, scrapers, clamshell and other equipment to perform a variety of functions including but not limited to the following: a. Move, compact,, and cover refuse. b. Excavate, transport, place and compact earth. c. Load and move recyclable materials. d. Maintain road surfaces and drainage ditches. Makes routine repairs and adjustment to equipment; regularly checks or inspects brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels, and auxiliary equipment; does routine preventative equipment maintenance specified in operator's manual. Serves as lead worker over equipment operators, sanding crews and other members of a highway construction or maintenance crew or over disposal site personnel. Performs light or heavy physical labor when not engaged in operating equipment or serving as a lead worker. Maintains daily project records including personnel and equipment hours, material quantities; completes daily activity reports. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience : Four years of paid work experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy road construction equipment. KNOWLEDGE The operation, maintenance, adaptability and limitations of road construction and maintenance equipment; occupational hazards and safety procedures of the construction trades; traffic laws related to the operation of heavy equipment. ABILITY Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; do heavy manual labor, occasionally under adverse weather conditions; work cooperatively with others. Make emergency repairs and assist in making general repairs of heavy road construction and related equipment; lead, coordinate and inspect the work of crew personnel. Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division (sjgov.org) . Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and, upon request, will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. BENEFITS Employees hired into this classification are members of a bargaining unit which is represented by SEIU Local 1021 . Health Insurance : San Joaquin County provides employees with a choice of three health plans: a Kaiser Plan, a Select Plan, and a Premier Plan. Employees pay a portion of the cost of the premium. Dependent coverage is also available. Dental Insurance : The County provides employees with a choice of two dental plans: Delta Dental and United Health Care-Select Managed Care Direct Compensation Plan. There is no cost for employee only coverage in either plan; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. Vision Insurance : The County provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is no cost for employee only coverage; dependent coverage is available at the employee’s expense. For more detailed information on the County’s benefits program, visit our website at www.sjgov.org under Human Resources/Employee Benefits. Life Insurance : The County provides eligible employees with life insurance coverage as follows: 1 but less than 3 years of continuous service: $1,000 3 but less than 5 years of continuous service: $3,000 5 but less than 10 years of continuous service: $5,000 10 years of continuous service or more: $10,000 Employee may purchase additional term life insurance at the group rate. 125 Flexible Benefits Plan : This is a voluntary program that allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for health-related expenses that are not paid by a medical, dental or vision plan (Health Flexible Spending Account $2550 annual limit with a $500 carry over); and dependent care costs (Dependent Care Assistance Plan $5000 annual limit). Retirement Plan : Employees of the County are covered by the County Retirement Law of 1937. Please visit the San Joaquin County Employees’ Retirement Association (SJCERA) at www.sjcera.org for more information. NOTE: If you are receiving a retirement allowance from another California county covered by the County Employees’ Retirement Act of 1937 or from any governmental agency covered by the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), you are advised to contact the Retirement Officer of the Retirement Plan from which you retired to determine what effect employment in San Joaquin County would have on your retirement allowance. Deferred Compensation : The County maintains a deferred compensation plan under Section 457 of the IRS code. You may annually contribute $18,000 or 100% of your includible compensation, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or older may contribute to their plan, up to $24,000. The Roth IRA (after tax) is also now available. Vacation : Maximum earned vacation is 10 days each year up to 3 years; 15 days after 3 years; 20 days after 10 years; and 23 days after 20 years. Holidays : Effective July 1, 2017, all civil service status employees earn 14 paid holidays each year. Please see the appopriate MOU for details regarding holidays, accruals, use, and cashability of accrued time. Sick Leave : 12 working days of sick leave annually with unlimited accumulation. Sick leave incentive : An employee is eligible to receive eight hours administrative leave if the leave balance equals at least one- half of the cumulative amount that the employee is eligible to accrue. The employee must also be on payroll during the entire calendar year. Bereavement Leave : 3 days of paid leave for the death of qualifying family member, 2 additional days of accrued leave for death of employee’s spouse, domestic partner, parent or child. Merit Salary Increase : New employees will receive the starting salary, which is the first step of the salary range. After employees serve 52 weeks (2080 hours) on each step of the range, they are eligible for a merit increase to the next step. Job Sharing : Employees may agree to job-share a position, subject to approval by a Department Head and the Director of Human Resources. Educational Reimbursement Program : Eligible employees may be reimbursed for career-related course work up to a maximum of $850 per fiscal year. Eligible employees enrolled in an approved four (4) year College or University academic program may be reimbursed up to $800 per semester for a maximum of $1600 per fiscal year. Parking Supplemental Downtown Stockton: The County contributes up to $20 per pay period for employees who pay for parking and are assigned to work in the Downtown Core Area. School Activities : Employees may take up to 40 hours per year, but not more than eight (8) hours per month, to participate in their children’s school activities. Selection Procedures Applicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given, the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection. Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at (209) 468-3370 prior to the examination date. Physical Exam : Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities. Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam : Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen. Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship, (parent, child, grandparent, grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage, may not be appointed, promoted, transferred into or within the department when: They are related to the Appointing Authority, or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the other Department Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule. Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job, you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLY Apply Online: www.sjgov.org/department/hr By mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources 44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton, CA 95202 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays. Phone: (209) 468-3370 Job Line: For current employment opportunities please call our 24-hour job line at (209) 468-3377. When a final filing date is indicated, applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail, which are not received by the final filing date, will not be accepted. ( The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division) . San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees. Equal Opportunity Employer : San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation or belief, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. For more information go to www.sjgov.org/department/hr/eeo . Click on a link below to apply for this position: Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here . View and print the official application form as an Acrobat pdf file. A San Joaquin County application form is required for this recruitment. You may print this Acrobat PDF document and then fill it in. Contact us via conventional means. You may contact us by phone at (209) 468-3370, or by email , or apply for a job in person at the San Joaquin County Human Resources Division. Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: One (1) year of driving experience with a current Commercial Driver License ( CDL ) in any field. Licenses or Certifications: Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License. Must obtain required endorsements within 120 days of employment, as required by position. To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Notes to Applicants The Austin Resource Recovery Underpass and Clean Creek Operators are tasked to provide general litter removal from creeks and other watersheds as well as daily cleaning of illegal dumpsites, rights-of-way, underpass sites and homeless encampments. As a member of the Underpass and Clean Creek teams, these positions will be responsible for operating Crew Cabs and Rear Loader vehicles as well as perform pre and post trips on equipment. Operators will be tasked with collecting hand-picked litter and bulk items from active and inactive encampment sites. This position will require some or all of the following: boarding and exiting the cab of a refuse collection truck, as well as stepping on and off the rear step using hand and foot holds pulling your own body weight. This position requires continual stretching, bending and stooping and will work outdoors. This position works 6:30am - 3pm weekends, holidays and during special events. Physical requires for Operational Positions: The employee is required to perform the following tasks during the normal course of an approximately eight (8) to ten (10) hour day, four (4) to six (6) days a week. This position involves sitting while driving a commercial refuse vehicle as well as entering or exiting the cab and the rear step of the truck using hand and foot holds pulling body weight about 18-36 inches around 1250 times per day. The employee will apply up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and less force frequently to move objects. The position requires constant standing and grasping of hand holds roughly 32-54 inches from step to handle while riding on the back of the truck with frequent stops. This will involve continuous use of arms, shoulders, legs and feet to operate drive/steering inputs. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while push/pulling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. This position walks from house to house to retrieve carts, brush, bulk, and bags for approximately 8 -10 hours during a normal work day and works in extreme heat, cold, rain and other bad weather. Additional hazards include working close to mechanical parts, oils, fumes/odors/gases, noise, repetitive motions and vibration which expose joints and muscles to vibration and shock produced by the truck as well as walking near traffic, uneven surfaces, mud, snow, ice or rain daily. Employees may come in contact with blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Employees must have sufficiently good eyesight to drive and inspect trucks and other equipment. Additionally, listening while driving is necessary to hear emergency vehicles and other issues with traffic or operational equipment. Employees must also be able to hear and speak to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, and citizens. Additional Information: Benefits: Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set. This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above. A detailed and complete job application is required and helps us to better evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any and all relevant work experience that you would like for us to consider. If you are applying for a driving position that requires a Commercial Driver License ( CDL ), please list ALL CDL employers on your application. This information is used to determine your salary for CDL jobs. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. You will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application. Furthermore, if selected as the top candidate, you will not be permitted to present additional work experience for salary calculation purposes. Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. This position is considered an essential position, which means it is expected that an employee comes to work during any City Closure or emergency to include bad weather and any other unexpected events or shutdowns. NOTE : All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Pay Range $21.78 - $24.50 per hour Hours Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes, and other areas due to business needs. Job Close Date 09/20/2024 Type of Posting Departmental Only Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 4108 Todd Lane, Austin TX 78744 Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Picks up, processes, or disposes of trash, brush, litter, recyclables, bulky items, re-use items, or compostable items and dumps collected materials at designated dump sites/landfill. Maintains dedicated bus lanes and bikeways on residential and major streets in City of Austin. Pre-trips all vehicles and heavy equipment, as required by management; maintains detailed vehicle and equipment records; and completes paperwork, forms, and reports related to collection activities. Learns and follows routes, reads street maps, and micro-routes to locate route destinations. Assists in training others in the proper use of equipment and vehicles, as required by management. Operates Water Truck, Rear-Loading Refuse Truck, Dump Truck, and other Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) vehicles and equipment as needed. Performs basic vehicle inspections and maintenance and maintains vehicle records. Uses hand tools such as backpack blower, rake, shovel, and sweep to stack, load, and unload smaller debris and litter. Decides whether to pick up trash that is set out improperly. Provides information to customers when appropriate. Places customer notices, door hangers, and public information literature. Cleans up illegal dump sites, parkland, targeted encampment sites and other sites with high volume of trash-related complaints or concerns throughout the City of Austin. Follows safety rules. Observes and reports accidents, burglaries, and hazardous situations. Assists other ARR crews as directed and performs other duties as assigned and performs the tasks of ARR Associates and Operator Trainees as needed. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in waste services. Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with others. Skill in operating power tools. Skill in using small hand tools. Skill in learning simple tasks. Skill in lifting and carrying equipment or materials applicable to the work being performed. Skill in reading and writing English necessary to the level of tasks performed. Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English. Ability to operate required vehicles safely. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to train or assist in the training of employees as required by management. Ability to read, understand, and follow maps and mapping directions. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires one (1) year of driving experience with a current Commercial Driver License (CDL) in any field. Do you meet this minimum qualification? Yes No * This position requires a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL). Do you have a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * Are you a current employee with Austin Resource Recovery Department? Yes No * Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. (Open Ended Question) * Please list your heavy equipment experience including and commercial driving experience detailing where and/or what position on your application you used a commercial driver license and which commercial driver license equipment you used. Please be sure to include Employer Name and years of experience with each piece of equipment. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following best describes the type of valid Texas Driver License you currently possess? Class A Commercial Driver License (e.g. tractor trailer, tankers, etc) Class B Commercial Driver License (e.g. rear loader, dump truck, large passenger bus, etc) Commercial Driver License permit Texas Class C Operator License (e.g. standard car and vans) Out of State Driver License No Driver License but ability to obtain a Texas Class C or above by date of hire None * How many years of driving with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) do you have? None Less than 1 year More than 1 year but less than 2 years More than 2 years but less than 3 years More than 3 years but less than 4 years More than 4 years but less than 5 years 5 years + * This position requires Continuous outdoor activity, exposure to extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor/dust hazards, electrical hazards, client/customer contact, and continuous sitting. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while rolling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. Are you able to, with or without reasonable accommodations, perform the essential functions of this position? Yes No * To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Are you able to meet this requirement? Yes No * How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.) Employee Referral Online Advertising/Media ARR Job Fair Workforce Solutions Job Fair COA Website CDL Driving School Other * Were you referred to this job opportunity by an Austin Resource Recovery employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Sep 14, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: One (1) year of driving experience with a current Commercial Driver License ( CDL ) in any field. Licenses or Certifications: Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License. Must obtain required endorsements within 120 days of employment, as required by position. To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Notes to Applicants The Austin Resource Recovery Underpass and Clean Creek Operators are tasked to provide general litter removal from creeks and other watersheds as well as daily cleaning of illegal dumpsites, rights-of-way, underpass sites and homeless encampments. As a member of the Underpass and Clean Creek teams, these positions will be responsible for operating Crew Cabs and Rear Loader vehicles as well as perform pre and post trips on equipment. Operators will be tasked with collecting hand-picked litter and bulk items from active and inactive encampment sites. This position will require some or all of the following: boarding and exiting the cab of a refuse collection truck, as well as stepping on and off the rear step using hand and foot holds pulling your own body weight. This position requires continual stretching, bending and stooping and will work outdoors. This position works 6:30am - 3pm weekends, holidays and during special events. Physical requires for Operational Positions: The employee is required to perform the following tasks during the normal course of an approximately eight (8) to ten (10) hour day, four (4) to six (6) days a week. This position involves sitting while driving a commercial refuse vehicle as well as entering or exiting the cab and the rear step of the truck using hand and foot holds pulling body weight about 18-36 inches around 1250 times per day. The employee will apply up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and less force frequently to move objects. The position requires constant standing and grasping of hand holds roughly 32-54 inches from step to handle while riding on the back of the truck with frequent stops. This will involve continuous use of arms, shoulders, legs and feet to operate drive/steering inputs. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while push/pulling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. This position walks from house to house to retrieve carts, brush, bulk, and bags for approximately 8 -10 hours during a normal work day and works in extreme heat, cold, rain and other bad weather. Additional hazards include working close to mechanical parts, oils, fumes/odors/gases, noise, repetitive motions and vibration which expose joints and muscles to vibration and shock produced by the truck as well as walking near traffic, uneven surfaces, mud, snow, ice or rain daily. Employees may come in contact with blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Employees must have sufficiently good eyesight to drive and inspect trucks and other equipment. Additionally, listening while driving is necessary to hear emergency vehicles and other issues with traffic or operational equipment. Employees must also be able to hear and speak to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, and citizens. Additional Information: Benefits: Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set. This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above. A detailed and complete job application is required and helps us to better evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any and all relevant work experience that you would like for us to consider. If you are applying for a driving position that requires a Commercial Driver License ( CDL ), please list ALL CDL employers on your application. This information is used to determine your salary for CDL jobs. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. You will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application. Furthermore, if selected as the top candidate, you will not be permitted to present additional work experience for salary calculation purposes. Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. This position is considered an essential position, which means it is expected that an employee comes to work during any City Closure or emergency to include bad weather and any other unexpected events or shutdowns. NOTE : All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Pay Range $21.78 - $24.50 per hour Hours Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes, and other areas due to business needs. Job Close Date 09/20/2024 Type of Posting Departmental Only Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 4108 Todd Lane, Austin TX 78744 Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Picks up, processes, or disposes of trash, brush, litter, recyclables, bulky items, re-use items, or compostable items and dumps collected materials at designated dump sites/landfill. Maintains dedicated bus lanes and bikeways on residential and major streets in City of Austin. Pre-trips all vehicles and heavy equipment, as required by management; maintains detailed vehicle and equipment records; and completes paperwork, forms, and reports related to collection activities. Learns and follows routes, reads street maps, and micro-routes to locate route destinations. Assists in training others in the proper use of equipment and vehicles, as required by management. Operates Water Truck, Rear-Loading Refuse Truck, Dump Truck, and other Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) vehicles and equipment as needed. Performs basic vehicle inspections and maintenance and maintains vehicle records. Uses hand tools such as backpack blower, rake, shovel, and sweep to stack, load, and unload smaller debris and litter. Decides whether to pick up trash that is set out improperly. Provides information to customers when appropriate. Places customer notices, door hangers, and public information literature. Cleans up illegal dump sites, parkland, targeted encampment sites and other sites with high volume of trash-related complaints or concerns throughout the City of Austin. Follows safety rules. Observes and reports accidents, burglaries, and hazardous situations. Assists other ARR crews as directed and performs other duties as assigned and performs the tasks of ARR Associates and Operator Trainees as needed. Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in waste services. Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with others. Skill in operating power tools. Skill in using small hand tools. Skill in learning simple tasks. Skill in lifting and carrying equipment or materials applicable to the work being performed. Skill in reading and writing English necessary to the level of tasks performed. Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English. Ability to operate required vehicles safely. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to train or assist in the training of employees as required by management. Ability to read, understand, and follow maps and mapping directions. Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires one (1) year of driving experience with a current Commercial Driver License (CDL) in any field. Do you meet this minimum qualification? Yes No * This position requires a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL). Do you have a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that External New Hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * Are you a current employee with Austin Resource Recovery Department? Yes No * Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. (Open Ended Question) * Please list your heavy equipment experience including and commercial driving experience detailing where and/or what position on your application you used a commercial driver license and which commercial driver license equipment you used. Please be sure to include Employer Name and years of experience with each piece of equipment. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following best describes the type of valid Texas Driver License you currently possess? Class A Commercial Driver License (e.g. tractor trailer, tankers, etc) Class B Commercial Driver License (e.g. rear loader, dump truck, large passenger bus, etc) Commercial Driver License permit Texas Class C Operator License (e.g. standard car and vans) Out of State Driver License No Driver License but ability to obtain a Texas Class C or above by date of hire None * How many years of driving with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) do you have? None Less than 1 year More than 1 year but less than 2 years More than 2 years but less than 3 years More than 3 years but less than 4 years More than 4 years but less than 5 years 5 years + * This position requires Continuous outdoor activity, exposure to extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor/dust hazards, electrical hazards, client/customer contact, and continuous sitting. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while rolling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. Are you able to, with or without reasonable accommodations, perform the essential functions of this position? Yes No * To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Are you able to meet this requirement? Yes No * How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.) Employee Referral Online Advertising/Media ARR Job Fair Workforce Solutions Job Fair COA Website CDL Driving School Other * Were you referred to this job opportunity by an Austin Resource Recovery employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Minimum Qualifications Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee Education and/or Equivalent Experience: One (1) year of experience performing general labor. Licenses and Certifications Required: Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License. To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Austin Resource Recovery Operator Education and/or Equivalent Experience: One (1) year of driving experience with a current Commercial Driver License ( CDL ) in any field. Licenses or Certifications: Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License. Must obtain required endorsements within 120 days of employment, as required by position. To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Notes to Applicants Position Overview: This position operates large trash and/or recycling collection CDL vehicles (such as rear Loaders and Tonka trucks), servicing approximately 700-1500 homes in extreme heat, cold and other inclement weather. You are expected to check, clean and perform basic vehicle inspections, read street maps to locate route destinations, maintain vehicle records, and dump collected trash or recyclables at designated landfill or recycling processing facilities. This position will require some or all of the following: boarding and exiting the cab of a refuse collection truck, as well as stepping on and off the rear step using hand and foot holds pulling body your own body weight. Retrieving 50+ pound refuse carts and bags from house to house with continual stretching, bending and stooping. Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes and other work areas due to business needs. Pay Rates: Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee: $21.18 - $23.56 per hour Austin Resource Recovery Operator: $21.78 - $24.50 per hour Physical requires for Operational Positions: The employee is required to perform the following tasks during the normal course of an approximately eight (8) to ten (10) hour day, four (4) to six (6) days a week. This position involves sitting while driving a commercial refuse vehicle as well as entering or exiting the cab and the rear step of the truck using hand and foot holds pulling body weight about 18-36 inches around 1250 times per day. The employee will apply up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and less force frequently to move objects. The position requires constant standing and grasping of hand holds roughly 32-54 inches from step to handle while riding on the back of the truck with frequent stops. This will involve continuous use of arms, shoulders, legs and feet to operate drive/steering inputs. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while pushing/pulling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. This position walks from house to house to retrieve carts, brush, bulk, and bags for approximately 8 -10 hours during a normal work day and works in extreme heat, cold, rain and other bad weather. Additional hazards include working close to mechanical parts, oils, fumes/odors/gases, noise, repetitive motions and vibration which expose joints and muscles to vibration and shock produced by the truck as well as walking near traffic, uneven surfaces, mud, snow, ice or rain daily. Employees may come in contact with blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Employees must have sufficiently good eyesight to drive and inspect trucks and other equipment. Additionally, listening while driving is necessary to hear emergency vehicles and other issues with traffic or operational equipment. Employees must also be able to hear and speak to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, and citizens. Additional Information: Benefits: Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set. This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above. A detailed and complete job application is required and helps us to better evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any and all relevant work experience that you would like for us to consider. If you are applying for a driving position that requires a Commercial Driver License ( CDL ), please list ALL CDL employers on your application . This information is used to determine your salary for CDL jobs. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. You will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application. Furthermore, if selected as the top candidate, you will not be permitted to present additional work experience for salary calculation purposes. Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. This position is considered an essential position, which means it is expected that an employee comes to work during any City Closure or emergency to include bad weather and any other unexpected events or shutdowns. NOTE : All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Pay Range Please see Notes to Applicants. Hours Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes, and other areas due to business needs. Job Close Date 09/20/2024 Type of Posting Departmental Only Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 4108 Todd Lane, Austin, TX 78744 Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act. This position will be filled at one of the following levels based on qualifications. Please click on the appropriate job description below: Other related duties may be assigned. Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee Austin Resource Recovery Operator Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Please click on the appropriate job description below. Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee Austin Resource Recovery Operator Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee position are: One (1) year of experience performing general labor. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. (Open Ended Question) * Are you a current employee with Austin Resource Recovery Department? Yes No * This position requires a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL). Do you have a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that internal hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. City of Austin employees that promote or transfer into driving required positions cannot have more than eight City Driver Points (CDP) within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * Please list your heavy equipment experience including and commercial driving experience detailing where and/or what position on your application you used a commercial driver license and which commercial driver license equipment you used. Please be sure to include Employer Name and years of experience with each piece of equipment. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following best describes the type of valid Texas Driver License you currently possess? Class A Commercial Driver License (e.g. tractor trailer, tankers, etc) Class B Commercial Driver License (e.g. rear loader, dump truck, large passenger bus, etc) Commercial Driver License permit Texas Class C Operator License (e.g. standard car and vans) Out of State Driver License No Driver License but ability to obtain a Texas Class C or above by date of hire None * How many years of driving with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) do you have? None Less than 1 year More than 1 year but less than 2 years More than 2 years but less than 3 years More than 3 years but less than 4 years More than 4 years but less than 5 years 5 years + * This position requires Continuous outdoor activity, exposure to extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor/dust hazards, electrical hazards, client/customer contact, and continuous sitting. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while rolling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. Are you able to, with or without reasonable accommodations, perform the essential functions of this position? Yes No * To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Are you able to meet this requirement? Yes No * How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.) Employee Referral Online Advertising/Media ARR Job Fair Workforce Solutions Job Fair COA Website CDL Driving School Other * Were you referred to this job opportunity by an Austin Resource Recovery employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
Sep 14, 2024
Full Time
Minimum Qualifications Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee Education and/or Equivalent Experience: One (1) year of experience performing general labor. Licenses and Certifications Required: Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License. To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Austin Resource Recovery Operator Education and/or Equivalent Experience: One (1) year of driving experience with a current Commercial Driver License ( CDL ) in any field. Licenses or Certifications: Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License. Must obtain required endorsements within 120 days of employment, as required by position. To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Notes to Applicants Position Overview: This position operates large trash and/or recycling collection CDL vehicles (such as rear Loaders and Tonka trucks), servicing approximately 700-1500 homes in extreme heat, cold and other inclement weather. You are expected to check, clean and perform basic vehicle inspections, read street maps to locate route destinations, maintain vehicle records, and dump collected trash or recyclables at designated landfill or recycling processing facilities. This position will require some or all of the following: boarding and exiting the cab of a refuse collection truck, as well as stepping on and off the rear step using hand and foot holds pulling body your own body weight. Retrieving 50+ pound refuse carts and bags from house to house with continual stretching, bending and stooping. Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes and other work areas due to business needs. Pay Rates: Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee: $21.18 - $23.56 per hour Austin Resource Recovery Operator: $21.78 - $24.50 per hour Physical requires for Operational Positions: The employee is required to perform the following tasks during the normal course of an approximately eight (8) to ten (10) hour day, four (4) to six (6) days a week. This position involves sitting while driving a commercial refuse vehicle as well as entering or exiting the cab and the rear step of the truck using hand and foot holds pulling body weight about 18-36 inches around 1250 times per day. The employee will apply up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and less force frequently to move objects. The position requires constant standing and grasping of hand holds roughly 32-54 inches from step to handle while riding on the back of the truck with frequent stops. This will involve continuous use of arms, shoulders, legs and feet to operate drive/steering inputs. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while pushing/pulling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. This position walks from house to house to retrieve carts, brush, bulk, and bags for approximately 8 -10 hours during a normal work day and works in extreme heat, cold, rain and other bad weather. Additional hazards include working close to mechanical parts, oils, fumes/odors/gases, noise, repetitive motions and vibration which expose joints and muscles to vibration and shock produced by the truck as well as walking near traffic, uneven surfaces, mud, snow, ice or rain daily. Employees may come in contact with blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Employees must have sufficiently good eyesight to drive and inspect trucks and other equipment. Additionally, listening while driving is necessary to hear emergency vehicles and other issues with traffic or operational equipment. Employees must also be able to hear and speak to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, and citizens. Additional Information: Benefits: Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information. A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set. This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above. A detailed and complete job application is required and helps us to better evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any and all relevant work experience that you would like for us to consider. If you are applying for a driving position that requires a Commercial Driver License ( CDL ), please list ALL CDL employers on your application . This information is used to determine your salary for CDL jobs. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. You will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application. Furthermore, if selected as the top candidate, you will not be permitted to present additional work experience for salary calculation purposes. Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview. Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview. This position is considered an essential position, which means it is expected that an employee comes to work during any City Closure or emergency to include bad weather and any other unexpected events or shutdowns. NOTE : All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Pay Range Please see Notes to Applicants. Hours Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes, and other areas due to business needs. Job Close Date 09/20/2024 Type of Posting Departmental Only Department Austin Resource Recovery Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location 4108 Todd Lane, Austin, TX 78744 Preferred Qualifications Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act. This position will be filled at one of the following levels based on qualifications. Please click on the appropriate job description below: Other related duties may be assigned. Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee Austin Resource Recovery Operator Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Please click on the appropriate job description below. Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee Austin Resource Recovery Operator Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee position are: One (1) year of experience performing general labor. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. (Open Ended Question) * Are you a current employee with Austin Resource Recovery Department? Yes No * This position requires a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL). Do you have a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a Current Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) by your hire date? Yes No * The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that internal hires meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. City of Austin employees that promote or transfer into driving required positions cannot have more than eight City Driver Points (CDP) within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Do you meet this requirement? Yes No * Please list your heavy equipment experience including and commercial driving experience detailing where and/or what position on your application you used a commercial driver license and which commercial driver license equipment you used. Please be sure to include Employer Name and years of experience with each piece of equipment. If you do not have this experience, please put N/A. (Open Ended Question) * Which of the following best describes the type of valid Texas Driver License you currently possess? Class A Commercial Driver License (e.g. tractor trailer, tankers, etc) Class B Commercial Driver License (e.g. rear loader, dump truck, large passenger bus, etc) Commercial Driver License permit Texas Class C Operator License (e.g. standard car and vans) Out of State Driver License No Driver License but ability to obtain a Texas Class C or above by date of hire None * How many years of driving with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) do you have? None Less than 1 year More than 1 year but less than 2 years More than 2 years but less than 3 years More than 3 years but less than 4 years More than 4 years but less than 5 years 5 years + * This position requires Continuous outdoor activity, exposure to extreme heat, cold, inclement weather, noise, mechanical hazards, fume/odor/dust hazards, electrical hazards, client/customer contact, and continuous sitting. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while rolling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. Are you able to, with or without reasonable accommodations, perform the essential functions of this position? Yes No * To be considered for employment in this position applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy. Are you able to meet this requirement? Yes No * How did you hear about this opportunity? (The information requested is optional and is not considered as part of the application for employment.) Employee Referral Online Advertising/Media ARR Job Fair Workforce Solutions Job Fair COA Website CDL Driving School Other * Were you referred to this job opportunity by an Austin Resource Recovery employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name. (Open Ended Question) Optional & Required Documents Required Documents Optional Documents
CITY OF SUNNYVALE, CA
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Description PRINCIPAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT OPERATOR Regular, Full-Time Employment Opportunity First Application Review Date: September 16, 2024 The Principal Water Pollution Control Plant Operator, reporting to the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager, undertakes supervisory responsibilities at the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant (SWPCP). Their duties include providing instruction, troubleshooting, and maintenance related to plant operations, supervising training programs, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance of equipment, and coordinating with various stakeholders. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This Principal Operator position is the advanced journey-level classification in the Water Pollution Control Operator series. Incumbents are responsible for the coordination efforts between the Operations and Maintenance sections of SWPCP, administering the Operations portion of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and ensuring preventative maintenance is performed as required. Incumbents supervise the Operator in Training (OIT) Program. The Principal WPCP Operator is distinguished from the next lower classification of Senior Water Pollution Control Operator in that the Principal WPCP Operator performs a complex range of duties in the scheduling, training, operation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater treatment systems and has supervisor level responsibility. Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): Provides leadership for water pollution control operators; works in a collaborative manner with other staff such as maintenance, laboratory, administration, contractors and other city staff to ensure that all safety, compliance and optimization efforts are diligently pursued. Coordinates emergency response measures at the plant; notifies the Department of Public Safety as needed; familiarity with contingency plans, emergency operations, layout and activities in the facility, including the location of all pertinent records and documents; offers suggestions to improve safety protocols when needed. Monitors all plant treatment processes to ensure that local, state, and federal regulatory requirements are met, and documents process conditions as required. Reviews, comments and makes recommendations on plans and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects during design and construction at the Water Pollution Control Plant. Acts as liaison and coordinator for contractors and vendors on an as-needed-basis. Operates and makes minor repairs to engines, motors, pumps, sedimentation basins, flights, gates, valves, chlorinators, contact channels and other related equipment. Is proficient at the application, use, and administration of the SWPCPs CMMS and ensures that associated work orders are appropriate, properly submitted, approved, and issued in a timely fashion to ensure the SWPCP equipment is properly maintained. Reviews, adds critical relevant information if needed, and certifies logbook entries are accurate, complete and meet established guidelines. Performs and orders analytical tests as needed for pilot studies, process control evaluation or other troubleshooting efforts. Ensures cost effective operations through the control and monitoring of electrical loads, chemical usage, staffing overtime/training assignments, and other operations costs. Optimizes removal of all solids separation processes such as primary sludge pumping, sedimentation tank FOG skimming, programming of raw sludge pumping cycles, and algae float skimming treatment and disposal. Schedules work for all crews based on individual operator Shift assignment including annual vacation requests and other time off requests. Updates monthly schedule to ensure the plant is properly staffed at all times on all shifts every day of the year. Checks and reviews time cards, and ensures compliance with vacancy guidelines. Trains operations staff on new and existing systems and equipment, developing and modifying training materials as needed to keep up with existing and changing technology. Evaluates process control programs to ensure they work as designed, preform under extremes and tune/s the system/s when drift of the process is observed. May act as the Designated Operator in Charge for the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager in his/her absence. WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to chemicals, hazardous materials, skin irritants, fumes, and solvents. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to perform confined space entries, climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy traffic conditions. All of the work at the plant requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and/or established safety programs to perform the job. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. The base salary for this classification includes pay for potentially hazardous duties as listed in the essential job functions. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from High School or tested equivalent, AND Five years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant with at least 3 years at the shift supervisor level as defined by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). The Senior WPC Operator position at the SWPCP is considered equivalent to the SWRCB Shift Supervisor definition. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: Chemical, biological, physical and mechanical systems associated with the operation of: pre-treatment, primary treatment, oxidation (facultative) ponds, fixed growth reactors (Nitrifying Trickling Filters), dissolved air flotation tanks, dual media filtration, disinfection, neutralization and the production of recycled water. The application, control, monitoring, troubleshooting and the equipment to dose polymer, chlorine or sodium hypochlorite, sodium bisulfite , and other related wastewater and water reclamation chemicals. Principles and practices necessary in the operation of filtration and disinfection for a Water Reclamation Plant. Principal and practices necessary in the operation of the Power (Co-Gen) Generation Facility, electrical distribution, and operation of related equipment. Regulatory agency guidelines as they apply to the collection, treatment and discharge of treated wastewater for both receiving waters and water reclamation supply. Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic principles. Safety procedures pertaining to plant operations, including the techniques for handling and storing hazardous chemicals, and responding to and reporting chemical spills and other emergencies. Skill in: The use of Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems to monitor, adjust, and evaluate plant process control parameters to meet performance targets and meet or exceed effluent water quality goals for NPDES compliance. The use of computers; SCADA generated trends for wastewater treatment processes analysis, troubleshooting and process control. The use of hand, power, other mechanical, electrical and pneumatic tools and other equipment. Ability to: Supervise Operations and coordinate activities during normal business hours requiring a high degree of competence. Communicate and prioritize assignments to ensure routine or emergency maintenance activities, maintenance or Capital Improvement Construction, and routine, special or emergency operations are carried out in a safe, compliant and effective manner. Carry out the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant standard operating procedures, and operations and maintenance requirements. Work with the mechanical support sections to ensure that required maintenance activities are completed in a safe, timely and effective manner. Read and interpret drawings, plans, schematics and specifications. Keep accurate records; prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and memoranda. Supervise the SWPCP Operations Training Programs and train/mentor assigned staff. Perform all plant operations without supervision. Analyze and correct plant operations problems, and ensure continuous safe operation of the plant. Perform routine laboratory analysis for treatment and process control evaluation. Work as an effective team leader offering support to all levels of staff. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Work with, in, and around influents containing municipal wastewater, plant treatment processes, wastewater treatment chemicals, hazardous materials, and residential, commercial and industrial sewage. Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices reflecting wastewater treatment plant operations and make complex operational adjustments based on recorded data. Be fit tested and wear/dawn and maintain the ability to use an air-purifying respirator and/or self contained breathing apparatus SCBA. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Operate standard office equipment; use word processing and spreadsheet applications. Willingness to: Respond to emergencies at any time of the day or night, including weekends and holidays; occasionally perform duties for periods longer than the normal eight-hour work day or more than five days per week, or both. Travel to all areas around the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant, surrounding ponds and landfill area as needed to evaluate and ensure proper operation during normal and emergency events. Licenses and Certificates Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record. Possession of a valid Grade III or above Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate issued by the California State Water Quality Control Board. Application and Selection Process If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources. The F irs t Application Review Date is September 16, 2024. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and clicking on CITY JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral examination . Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources. If selected to continue in the process, a copy of your current California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) record printout will be required. SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Please note: Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employee Association (SEA). The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association SEA Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Aug 16, 2024
Full Time
Description PRINCIPAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT OPERATOR Regular, Full-Time Employment Opportunity First Application Review Date: September 16, 2024 The Principal Water Pollution Control Plant Operator, reporting to the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager, undertakes supervisory responsibilities at the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant (SWPCP). Their duties include providing instruction, troubleshooting, and maintenance related to plant operations, supervising training programs, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance of equipment, and coordinating with various stakeholders. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This Principal Operator position is the advanced journey-level classification in the Water Pollution Control Operator series. Incumbents are responsible for the coordination efforts between the Operations and Maintenance sections of SWPCP, administering the Operations portion of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and ensuring preventative maintenance is performed as required. Incumbents supervise the Operator in Training (OIT) Program. The Principal WPCP Operator is distinguished from the next lower classification of Senior Water Pollution Control Operator in that the Principal WPCP Operator performs a complex range of duties in the scheduling, training, operation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater treatment systems and has supervisor level responsibility. Essential Job Functions (May include, but are not limited to, the following): Provides leadership for water pollution control operators; works in a collaborative manner with other staff such as maintenance, laboratory, administration, contractors and other city staff to ensure that all safety, compliance and optimization efforts are diligently pursued. Coordinates emergency response measures at the plant; notifies the Department of Public Safety as needed; familiarity with contingency plans, emergency operations, layout and activities in the facility, including the location of all pertinent records and documents; offers suggestions to improve safety protocols when needed. Monitors all plant treatment processes to ensure that local, state, and federal regulatory requirements are met, and documents process conditions as required. Reviews, comments and makes recommendations on plans and specifications for Capital Improvement Projects during design and construction at the Water Pollution Control Plant. Acts as liaison and coordinator for contractors and vendors on an as-needed-basis. Operates and makes minor repairs to engines, motors, pumps, sedimentation basins, flights, gates, valves, chlorinators, contact channels and other related equipment. Is proficient at the application, use, and administration of the SWPCPs CMMS and ensures that associated work orders are appropriate, properly submitted, approved, and issued in a timely fashion to ensure the SWPCP equipment is properly maintained. Reviews, adds critical relevant information if needed, and certifies logbook entries are accurate, complete and meet established guidelines. Performs and orders analytical tests as needed for pilot studies, process control evaluation or other troubleshooting efforts. Ensures cost effective operations through the control and monitoring of electrical loads, chemical usage, staffing overtime/training assignments, and other operations costs. Optimizes removal of all solids separation processes such as primary sludge pumping, sedimentation tank FOG skimming, programming of raw sludge pumping cycles, and algae float skimming treatment and disposal. Schedules work for all crews based on individual operator Shift assignment including annual vacation requests and other time off requests. Updates monthly schedule to ensure the plant is properly staffed at all times on all shifts every day of the year. Checks and reviews time cards, and ensures compliance with vacancy guidelines. Trains operations staff on new and existing systems and equipment, developing and modifying training materials as needed to keep up with existing and changing technology. Evaluates process control programs to ensure they work as designed, preform under extremes and tune/s the system/s when drift of the process is observed. May act as the Designated Operator in Charge for the Water Pollution Control Operations Manager in his/her absence. WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the field and the office. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to chemicals, hazardous materials, skin irritants, fumes, and solvents. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to perform confined space entries, climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy traffic conditions. All of the work at the plant requires the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and/or established safety programs to perform the job. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. The base salary for this classification includes pay for potentially hazardous duties as listed in the essential job functions. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: The minimum qualifications for education and experience can be met in the following way: Graduation from High School or tested equivalent, AND Five years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant with at least 3 years at the shift supervisor level as defined by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). The Senior WPC Operator position at the SWPCP is considered equivalent to the SWRCB Shift Supervisor definition. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: Chemical, biological, physical and mechanical systems associated with the operation of: pre-treatment, primary treatment, oxidation (facultative) ponds, fixed growth reactors (Nitrifying Trickling Filters), dissolved air flotation tanks, dual media filtration, disinfection, neutralization and the production of recycled water. The application, control, monitoring, troubleshooting and the equipment to dose polymer, chlorine or sodium hypochlorite, sodium bisulfite , and other related wastewater and water reclamation chemicals. Principles and practices necessary in the operation of filtration and disinfection for a Water Reclamation Plant. Principal and practices necessary in the operation of the Power (Co-Gen) Generation Facility, electrical distribution, and operation of related equipment. Regulatory agency guidelines as they apply to the collection, treatment and discharge of treated wastewater for both receiving waters and water reclamation supply. Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic principles. Safety procedures pertaining to plant operations, including the techniques for handling and storing hazardous chemicals, and responding to and reporting chemical spills and other emergencies. Skill in: The use of Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems to monitor, adjust, and evaluate plant process control parameters to meet performance targets and meet or exceed effluent water quality goals for NPDES compliance. The use of computers; SCADA generated trends for wastewater treatment processes analysis, troubleshooting and process control. The use of hand, power, other mechanical, electrical and pneumatic tools and other equipment. Ability to: Supervise Operations and coordinate activities during normal business hours requiring a high degree of competence. Communicate and prioritize assignments to ensure routine or emergency maintenance activities, maintenance or Capital Improvement Construction, and routine, special or emergency operations are carried out in a safe, compliant and effective manner. Carry out the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant standard operating procedures, and operations and maintenance requirements. Work with the mechanical support sections to ensure that required maintenance activities are completed in a safe, timely and effective manner. Read and interpret drawings, plans, schematics and specifications. Keep accurate records; prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and memoranda. Supervise the SWPCP Operations Training Programs and train/mentor assigned staff. Perform all plant operations without supervision. Analyze and correct plant operations problems, and ensure continuous safe operation of the plant. Perform routine laboratory analysis for treatment and process control evaluation. Work as an effective team leader offering support to all levels of staff. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and to communicate in a professional manner both orally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Work with, in, and around influents containing municipal wastewater, plant treatment processes, wastewater treatment chemicals, hazardous materials, and residential, commercial and industrial sewage. Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices reflecting wastewater treatment plant operations and make complex operational adjustments based on recorded data. Be fit tested and wear/dawn and maintain the ability to use an air-purifying respirator and/or self contained breathing apparatus SCBA. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Operate standard office equipment; use word processing and spreadsheet applications. Willingness to: Respond to emergencies at any time of the day or night, including weekends and holidays; occasionally perform duties for periods longer than the normal eight-hour work day or more than five days per week, or both. Travel to all areas around the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant, surrounding ponds and landfill area as needed to evaluate and ensure proper operation during normal and emergency events. Licenses and Certificates Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record. Possession of a valid Grade III or above Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate issued by the California State Water Quality Control Board. Application and Selection Process If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources. The F irs t Application Review Date is September 16, 2024. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and clicking on CITY JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. EXAM PROCESS Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position. Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may consist of an oral examination . Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources. If selected to continue in the process, a copy of your current California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) record printout will be required. SELECTION PROCESS Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City-selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing. INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION Please note: Any successful candidate, selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e. copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Positions in this job classification are represented by the Sunnyvale Employee Association (SEA). The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application. Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association SEA Notice of CFRA (California Family Rights Act) Rights and Obligations Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Description First review of applications will be done on October 2, 2024. An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. DEFINITION: Under supervision, to perform a variety of physical labor duties; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS I: This is an entry level classification in the Road Maintenance Worker class series. This level is distinguished from Road Maintenance Worker II by the performance of a narrow range of unskilled and semi-skilled road maintenance assignments under close supervision. Employees who successfully complete the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program will advance to the Road Maintenance Worker II level without further competition. II: This is the first experienced working level in the Road Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents are assigned to variety of maintenance, repair, construction, and light equipment operation assignments. They may operate heavy construction and maintenance equipment, similar to that operated by a Road Maintenance Worker III, in a training capacity or on an emergency basis. Incumbents are not expected to display the same level of skill and accuracy in heavy equipment operation required of a Road Maintenance Worker III. Incumbents in this class are subject to twenty-four "call-out" for road related emergencies. Employees who successfully complete the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program will advance to the Road Maintenance Worker III level without further competition. III: This is the heavy equipment operator level in the Road Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents are assigned to operate a wide variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment. The operation of this equipment is characterized by a high degree of skill in manipulation of hand and foot controls and accuracy in moving materials to exact specifications. An incumbent in the Road Maintenance Worker II class may operate similar equipment in a training or emergency basis, but they are not expected to display the same level of skill and accuracy required of a Road Maintenance Worker III. Incumbents in this class are subject to twenty-four "call-out" for road related emergencies. May provide lead direction for others in the Road Maintenance Worker series. REPORTS TO Road Maintenance Supervisor CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED None TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequently stand and walk; walk for long distances and on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to lift material weighing over 100 lbs. with assistance; ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of hand tools, including chain saw. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions; work is performed in an environment with constant noise; exposure to gasses, fumes, dust, grease and oils; exposure to moving equipment, exposure to electrical current; constant contact with staff and the public. Example of Duties I: Assists with and performs a variety of unskilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, and drainage systems Performs duties such as setting up traffic control signs Serves as a flag person for road repair and maintenance crews May cut weeds, clear debris, and clean ditches Performs routine maintenance and repairs duties on equipment Loads, rakes, and shovels asphalt Hand sweeps surfaces Patches holes and repairs roads Operates general hand tools such as chain saws Drives a vehicle to transport materials, tools and equipment May use a shovel work to open, widen, and backfilling excavations Performs maintenance clean-up duties around the Public Works yard Communicates with the public during flagging duties Operates a two-way radio Other duties as assigned SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License II: (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, and related facilities Performs oil and chip seal work on roads Performs semi-skilled concrete work in the construction and maintenance of culverts, and related structures Mixes and places concrete Cuts and prepares roads for patches, spreads pre-mix and oil Rakes asphalt Performs maintenance functions such as cutting brush, clearing culverts, and cleaning ditches Operates hand tools such as jack-hammers and chain saws Assists with the maintenance and repair of construction equipment Performs routine servicing of equipment such as changing oil and filters May serve as flag person for road repair and maintenance crews May transport road maintenance equipment throughout the County using proper tie down techniques Uses a shovel work to open, widen, and backfill excavations Removes objects and dead animals from the roads Checks roads for hazards Maintains records of materials and equipment used Communicates with the public during flagging duties Operates a two-way radio; learns to operate a variety of power-driven equipment such as crawlers, tractors, loaders, power booms, chippers, graders, and other power-driven equipment Uses backhoe attachments on appropriate equipment Operates trucks in the hauling of road fill and base materials for construction, maintenance, and repair projects May perform sign maintenance, inventory and repair May conduct traffic surveys/speed counts, and classification surveys May perform stripping and road marking, as assigned May perform welding and fabricating assignments. Works alongside work crews Other duties as assigned SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License III: (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Operates a variety of trucks in the hauling of road fill and base materials for construction, maintenance, and repair projects Operates crawlers, tractors, loaders, power booms, chippers, graders, and other power-driven equipment Uses backhoe attachments on appropriate equipment Performs oil and chip seal work on roads May perform sign maintenance and repair May perform semi-skilled concrete work in the construction and maintenance of culverts, and related structures Mixes and places concrete Cuts and prepares roads for patches Spreads pre-mix and oil Rakes asphalt Performs a variety of maintenance work in the construction, maintenance, operation and repair of roads, bridges, landfill sites, and related facilities Operates hand tools such as jack-hammers and chain saws Assists with the maintenance and repair of construction equipment and performs routine servicing of equipment such as changing oil and filters Transports road maintenance equipment throughout the County using proper tie down techniques May use a shovel to open, widen, and backfill excavations Checks roads for hazards Maintains records of materials and equipment used Operates a two-way radio Provide Heavy Equipment Operator training to Road Maintenance Worker I/II and Heavy Equipment Mechanic classifications as part of a county heavy equipment operator apprenticeship training program for operating skills to use in realistic working conditions. Training will complete excavation, rough and finish grading, road building, utilities trenching, setting culverts and material handling. Other duties as assigned SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License Minimum Qualifications Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: I: Graduation from high school or equivalent; and, Some previous work experience performing heavy physical labor is highly desirable. II: One year of road maintenance work and construction experience comparable to that of a Road Maintenance Worker I with San Benito County. Work experience must include training and background in truck or equipment operations. III: Two years of road maintenance work and construction experience comparable to that of a Road Maintenance Worker II with San Benito County. Work experience must include training and heavy equipment operations. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License; and, Employees hired after August 20, 2013 and employees who have volunteered for the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program must also possess a Class A driving permit in conformance with California Department of Motor Vehicle licensing requirements within six months from date of hire and possession of a valid California Class A driver's license within one year from date of hire. Out-of-pocket expenses as they relate to pursuing a valid California Class A driver's license would be the responsibility of applicants or employees. The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of San Benito assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a "meet and confer" process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect . Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: Safe driving practices and the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motor vehicles. Work safety practices. Ability to: Perform a variety of unskilled and semiskilled work in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, culverts, and public works facilities. Perform heavy physical labor. Follow oral and written directions. Maintain and make basic repairs to equipment. Maintain basic records. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Selection Process: All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits: Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly. Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly. Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit. 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year 15 + years of service = 20 days per year Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply. Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate. Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only. Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D. Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance. Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees. Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply. Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit. All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS. New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security. Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances. Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000). Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members Social Security (non-safety) Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually Floating Holiday 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed. Yes No 02 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 03 Have you graduated from high school or obtained an equivalency such as a GED? Yes No 04 Do you possess either of the following? CA Class A CA Class C None of the above 05 You may be subject to 24-hour "call-out" for road related emergencies throughout San Benito County. Is this something you are willing and able to do? Yes No 06 How much experience do you have in road maintenance and construction experience? (This experience MUST include training & background in truck and/or equipment operations.) Two or more One to less than two No experience 07 Please describe any training and experience as it relates to the position of a Road Maintenance Worker. 08 Do you have any work experience performing heavy physical labor? A great deal of experience Some experience No experience 09 Please describe any experience performing heavy physical labor. 10 How many years of experience do you have operating the following: crawlers, tractors, power booms, chippers. graders, and/or other power-driven equipment? Five or more years Three to less than five years One to less than three years Less than one year No experience 11 Please describe your experience to question #10. 12 How many years of experience do you have performing a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, and related facilities? Five or more years Three to less than five years One to less than three years Less than one year No experience Required Question Closing Date/Time: 10/18/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Sep 19, 2024
Full Time
Description First review of applications will be done on October 2, 2024. An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. DEFINITION: Under supervision, to perform a variety of physical labor duties; and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS I: This is an entry level classification in the Road Maintenance Worker class series. This level is distinguished from Road Maintenance Worker II by the performance of a narrow range of unskilled and semi-skilled road maintenance assignments under close supervision. Employees who successfully complete the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program will advance to the Road Maintenance Worker II level without further competition. II: This is the first experienced working level in the Road Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents are assigned to variety of maintenance, repair, construction, and light equipment operation assignments. They may operate heavy construction and maintenance equipment, similar to that operated by a Road Maintenance Worker III, in a training capacity or on an emergency basis. Incumbents are not expected to display the same level of skill and accuracy in heavy equipment operation required of a Road Maintenance Worker III. Incumbents in this class are subject to twenty-four "call-out" for road related emergencies. Employees who successfully complete the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program will advance to the Road Maintenance Worker III level without further competition. III: This is the heavy equipment operator level in the Road Maintenance Worker class series. Incumbents are assigned to operate a wide variety of heavy construction and maintenance equipment. The operation of this equipment is characterized by a high degree of skill in manipulation of hand and foot controls and accuracy in moving materials to exact specifications. An incumbent in the Road Maintenance Worker II class may operate similar equipment in a training or emergency basis, but they are not expected to display the same level of skill and accuracy required of a Road Maintenance Worker III. Incumbents in this class are subject to twenty-four "call-out" for road related emergencies. May provide lead direction for others in the Road Maintenance Worker series. REPORTS TO Road Maintenance Supervisor CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED None TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Frequently stand and walk; walk for long distances and on sloped ground and slippery and uneven surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to lift material weighing over 100 lbs. with assistance; ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of hand tools, including chain saw. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions; work is performed in an environment with constant noise; exposure to gasses, fumes, dust, grease and oils; exposure to moving equipment, exposure to electrical current; constant contact with staff and the public. Example of Duties I: Assists with and performs a variety of unskilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, and drainage systems Performs duties such as setting up traffic control signs Serves as a flag person for road repair and maintenance crews May cut weeds, clear debris, and clean ditches Performs routine maintenance and repairs duties on equipment Loads, rakes, and shovels asphalt Hand sweeps surfaces Patches holes and repairs roads Operates general hand tools such as chain saws Drives a vehicle to transport materials, tools and equipment May use a shovel work to open, widen, and backfilling excavations Performs maintenance clean-up duties around the Public Works yard Communicates with the public during flagging duties Operates a two-way radio Other duties as assigned SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License II: (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, and related facilities Performs oil and chip seal work on roads Performs semi-skilled concrete work in the construction and maintenance of culverts, and related structures Mixes and places concrete Cuts and prepares roads for patches, spreads pre-mix and oil Rakes asphalt Performs maintenance functions such as cutting brush, clearing culverts, and cleaning ditches Operates hand tools such as jack-hammers and chain saws Assists with the maintenance and repair of construction equipment Performs routine servicing of equipment such as changing oil and filters May serve as flag person for road repair and maintenance crews May transport road maintenance equipment throughout the County using proper tie down techniques Uses a shovel work to open, widen, and backfill excavations Removes objects and dead animals from the roads Checks roads for hazards Maintains records of materials and equipment used Communicates with the public during flagging duties Operates a two-way radio; learns to operate a variety of power-driven equipment such as crawlers, tractors, loaders, power booms, chippers, graders, and other power-driven equipment Uses backhoe attachments on appropriate equipment Operates trucks in the hauling of road fill and base materials for construction, maintenance, and repair projects May perform sign maintenance, inventory and repair May conduct traffic surveys/speed counts, and classification surveys May perform stripping and road marking, as assigned May perform welding and fabricating assignments. Works alongside work crews Other duties as assigned SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License III: (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.) Operates a variety of trucks in the hauling of road fill and base materials for construction, maintenance, and repair projects Operates crawlers, tractors, loaders, power booms, chippers, graders, and other power-driven equipment Uses backhoe attachments on appropriate equipment Performs oil and chip seal work on roads May perform sign maintenance and repair May perform semi-skilled concrete work in the construction and maintenance of culverts, and related structures Mixes and places concrete Cuts and prepares roads for patches Spreads pre-mix and oil Rakes asphalt Performs a variety of maintenance work in the construction, maintenance, operation and repair of roads, bridges, landfill sites, and related facilities Operates hand tools such as jack-hammers and chain saws Assists with the maintenance and repair of construction equipment and performs routine servicing of equipment such as changing oil and filters Transports road maintenance equipment throughout the County using proper tie down techniques May use a shovel to open, widen, and backfill excavations Checks roads for hazards Maintains records of materials and equipment used Operates a two-way radio Provide Heavy Equipment Operator training to Road Maintenance Worker I/II and Heavy Equipment Mechanic classifications as part of a county heavy equipment operator apprenticeship training program for operating skills to use in realistic working conditions. Training will complete excavation, rough and finish grading, road building, utilities trenching, setting culverts and material handling. Other duties as assigned SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License Minimum Qualifications Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be: I: Graduation from high school or equivalent; and, Some previous work experience performing heavy physical labor is highly desirable. II: One year of road maintenance work and construction experience comparable to that of a Road Maintenance Worker I with San Benito County. Work experience must include training and background in truck or equipment operations. III: Two years of road maintenance work and construction experience comparable to that of a Road Maintenance Worker II with San Benito County. Work experience must include training and heavy equipment operations. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License; and, Employees hired after August 20, 2013 and employees who have volunteered for the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program must also possess a Class A driving permit in conformance with California Department of Motor Vehicle licensing requirements within six months from date of hire and possession of a valid California Class A driver's license within one year from date of hire. Out-of-pocket expenses as they relate to pursuing a valid California Class A driver's license would be the responsibility of applicants or employees. The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of San Benito assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a "meet and confer" process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect . Knowledge Of/Ability To Knowledge of: Safe driving practices and the California Vehicle Code relating to the operation of motor vehicles. Work safety practices. Ability to: Perform a variety of unskilled and semiskilled work in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, culverts, and public works facilities. Perform heavy physical labor. Follow oral and written directions. Maintain and make basic repairs to equipment. Maintain basic records. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Selection Process: All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits: Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly. Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly. Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit. 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year 15 + years of service = 20 days per year Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply. Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate. Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only. Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D. Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance. Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees. Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply. Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit. All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS. New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security. Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances. Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000). Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members Social Security (non-safety) Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service Sick Leave 15 Days Annually Floating Holiday 457 Deferred Compensation Credit Union Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Group Life Insurance Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D Tuition Reimbursement 01 I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed. Yes No 02 Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. Yes No 03 Have you graduated from high school or obtained an equivalency such as a GED? Yes No 04 Do you possess either of the following? CA Class A CA Class C None of the above 05 You may be subject to 24-hour "call-out" for road related emergencies throughout San Benito County. Is this something you are willing and able to do? Yes No 06 How much experience do you have in road maintenance and construction experience? (This experience MUST include training & background in truck and/or equipment operations.) Two or more One to less than two No experience 07 Please describe any training and experience as it relates to the position of a Road Maintenance Worker. 08 Do you have any work experience performing heavy physical labor? A great deal of experience Some experience No experience 09 Please describe any experience performing heavy physical labor. 10 How many years of experience do you have operating the following: crawlers, tractors, power booms, chippers. graders, and/or other power-driven equipment? Five or more years Three to less than five years One to less than three years Less than one year No experience 11 Please describe your experience to question #10. 12 How many years of experience do you have performing a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of County roads, bridges, and related facilities? Five or more years Three to less than five years One to less than three years Less than one year No experience Required Question Closing Date/Time: 10/18/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, CA
San Bernardino, California, United States
The Job Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of applications are received . We offer a competitive salary with bi-annual step increases of approximately 2.5% up to top salary step of $74,921.60 annually. The Department of Public Works is recruiting for Engineering Technicians III who perform technical engineering duties requiring a good understanding of technical engineering practices and procedures. Duties include preparing final maps, construction drawings, and preliminary plans of highway and flood control facilities; draft plans and profiles, cross sections, topographic features; researching property ownership; measuring distances and bearings; setting up and operating survey instruments; sampling of soil and construction material at job sites and mix plants; conducting studies and making recommendations. Other duties may include measuring landfill gas perimeter probes; operating, monitoring, and maintaining landfill gas systems; inspecting inactive landfill sites for regulatory compliance. For more detailed information regarding job duties, refer to the Engineering Technician III job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background: Incumbent must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Incumbents must make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced by the individual providing the transportation and maintained during the course of employment. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements Education: Fifteen(15) semester (23 quarter) units of completed college coursework in civil engineering, engineering construction technology, or a closely related field. College transcripts or list of completed college coursework MUST be included with your application if a degree has not been conferred. **See Note below for additional information. -AND- Experience: Option 1: Two (2) years of technical civil engineering experience which includes the application of civil engineering formulas, theories, and practices to construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work. -OR- Option 2: Five (5) years of experience equivalent to an Equipment Operator III in San Bernardino County, with responsibility for leading work crews operating heavy construction equipment in a variety of roadway, flood control maintenance and construction projects. Duties must include experience setting up projects; inspecting work; maintaining records for equipment, load counts, figures tonnage, job costs, etc.; and assisting with project cost estimating and scheduling. Substitution for Education: One (1) year of additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education. Substitution for Experience: An additional fifteen (15) semester (23 quarter) units of completed college coursework as described above OR successful completion of the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) examination may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience. **Note: Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education and are subject to verification. Candidates with degrees completed outside the U.S. may be required to submit an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education in order for application to advance in the selection process. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have experience drafting engineering designs using CAD or GIS software and have some knowledge of civil and structural engineering. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based upon a review of the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire to be considered . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. Applications will be received until a sufficient number of applications are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration as recruitment may close at any time. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627 . Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Technical & Inspection Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change.
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
The Job Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number of applications are received . We offer a competitive salary with bi-annual step increases of approximately 2.5% up to top salary step of $74,921.60 annually. The Department of Public Works is recruiting for Engineering Technicians III who perform technical engineering duties requiring a good understanding of technical engineering practices and procedures. Duties include preparing final maps, construction drawings, and preliminary plans of highway and flood control facilities; draft plans and profiles, cross sections, topographic features; researching property ownership; measuring distances and bearings; setting up and operating survey instruments; sampling of soil and construction material at job sites and mix plants; conducting studies and making recommendations. Other duties may include measuring landfill gas perimeter probes; operating, monitoring, and maintaining landfill gas systems; inspecting inactive landfill sites for regulatory compliance. For more detailed information regarding job duties, refer to the Engineering Technician III job description. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background: Incumbent must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment. Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required. Incumbents must make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced by the individual providing the transportation and maintained during the course of employment. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. *Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Realignment Sales Tax Collections performance. Minimum Requirements Education: Fifteen(15) semester (23 quarter) units of completed college coursework in civil engineering, engineering construction technology, or a closely related field. College transcripts or list of completed college coursework MUST be included with your application if a degree has not been conferred. **See Note below for additional information. -AND- Experience: Option 1: Two (2) years of technical civil engineering experience which includes the application of civil engineering formulas, theories, and practices to construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work. -OR- Option 2: Five (5) years of experience equivalent to an Equipment Operator III in San Bernardino County, with responsibility for leading work crews operating heavy construction equipment in a variety of roadway, flood control maintenance and construction projects. Duties must include experience setting up projects; inspecting work; maintaining records for equipment, load counts, figures tonnage, job costs, etc.; and assisting with project cost estimating and scheduling. Substitution for Education: One (1) year of additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education. Substitution for Experience: An additional fifteen (15) semester (23 quarter) units of completed college coursework as described above OR successful completion of the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) examination may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience. **Note: Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education and are subject to verification. Candidates with degrees completed outside the U.S. may be required to submit an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education in order for application to advance in the selection process. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have experience drafting engineering designs using CAD or GIS software and have some knowledge of civil and structural engineering. Selection Process There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based upon a review of the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application materials. Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire to be considered . Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. Applications will be received until a sufficient number of applications are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration as recruitment may close at any time. All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627 . Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process . Technical & Inspection Unit The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked. For a summary of benefits,* please click here . Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ . *Retirement benefits subject to change.