City of Austin, TX
Austin, TX, United States
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of driving experience with a Commercial Driver License. One (1) year of additional experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Licenses or Certifications: Current Class B* Commercial Driver License. Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) 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 This Operator Senior position operates large trash and/or recycling collection CDL vehicles, servicing approximately 700-1500 homes in extreme heat, cold and other inclement weather. You are expected to check, clean and perform basic vehicle inspections while maintaining vehicle records. Read street maps to locate route destinations 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 your own body weight. You will be retrieving carts and bags from house to house with continual stretching, bending and stooping. Additionally, Operator Seniors make decisions whether or not to pick up trash or recyclables that are set out improperly, resolve in-field customer questions/concerns and assist other areas of operations when needed. Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (10-hour shift) with one rotating day off or Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (8-hour shift) Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes and other areas due to business needs. 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. 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. When completing the City of Austin employment application: 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. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License and must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment. 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 and must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . Physical requirements 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 rolling 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. 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. Pay Range $23.76 - $27.56 per hour Hours Monday - Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (10-hour shift) with one rotating day off or; Monday - Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (8-hour shift) Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes, and other areas due to business needs. Job Close Date 04/26/2024 Type of Posting External 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; completes paperwork, forms, and reports related to collection activities. Learns and follows routes, reads street maps, and micro-routes to locate route destinations. Trains others in the proper use of equipment and vehicles as required by management. Sets up, operates, and maintains (as required by position) automated collection vehicles, street sweeper vehicles, rear-loader vehicles, rubber-wheeled loader, truck-mounted knuckle-boom grapple loader (crane), tractor trailer rig, truck trailer rig to haul equipment and materials, heavy equipment, landfill-wheeled trash compactor; track dozer loader with waste handling, paddle wheel scraper, track dozer with angle and straight blade, brush tub grinder, motor grader, wheeled/tracked excavator, fuel service truck, forklift, tanker, high-lift rubber tire loader, dump truck, water truck, roll-off truck, roll-off truck/roll-off trailer combination, and other industry related equipment as assigned. Checks, refills, or changes fluids, belts, hoses, or safety features of various waste management industry equipment. Operates hand tools, air-powered wrenches in performing replacement of worn equipment parts; uses hand tools such as backpack blower, rake, shovel, and sweep to stack, load, and unload smaller debris and litter (as required by position). Hauls leachate and documents all loads following regulatory guidelines pertaining to landfills (as required by position). Decides whether to pick up trash that is set out improperly. Provides information to customers when appropriate and responds to routine customer questions about work being performed. Places customer notices, door hangers, and public information literature. Cleans up illegal dump sites, parkland, targeted homeless encampment sites, and other sites with high volume of trash-related complaints or concerns throughout the City of Austin. Follows all safety rules. Observes and reports accidents, burglaries, and hazardous situations. Assists other Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) crews as directed and performs other duties as assigned and performs the tasks of ARR Associates, Operator Trainees, and Operators 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 ARR processes, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in waste services. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned equipment and vehicles. Skill in reading and understanding blueprints and plans. Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public. Skill in heavy lifting and carrying equipment or materials applicable to the work being performed. Skill in operating power tools. Skill in using small hand tools. Skill in reading and writing English necessary to the level of tasks performed. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English including manuals and instruction panels. 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 drive and operate various truck/tractor and trailer combination vehicles on residential streets. Ability to manipulate knuckle boom grapple loader in tight restricted spaces. Ability to communicate safety procedures. 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 (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Resource Recovery Operator Senior position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of driving experience with a Commercial Driver License. One (1) year of additional experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Additionally, you must possess a Current Class B* Commercial Driver License. You must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment, as required by position. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Please detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education (if applicable). (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License within 90 days of employment? 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 * 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 * 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 + * 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 Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of driving experience with a Commercial Driver License. One (1) year of additional experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Licenses or Certifications: Current Class B* Commercial Driver License. Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) 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 This Operator Senior position operates large trash and/or recycling collection CDL vehicles, servicing approximately 700-1500 homes in extreme heat, cold and other inclement weather. You are expected to check, clean and perform basic vehicle inspections while maintaining vehicle records. Read street maps to locate route destinations 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 your own body weight. You will be retrieving carts and bags from house to house with continual stretching, bending and stooping. Additionally, Operator Seniors make decisions whether or not to pick up trash or recyclables that are set out improperly, resolve in-field customer questions/concerns and assist other areas of operations when needed. Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (10-hour shift) with one rotating day off or Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (8-hour shift) Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes and other areas due to business needs. 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. 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. When completing the City of Austin employment application: 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. Driving Requirement: This position requires a Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License and must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment. 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 and must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . Physical requirements 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 rolling 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. 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. Pay Range $23.76 - $27.56 per hour Hours Monday - Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (10-hour shift) with one rotating day off or; Monday - Friday; 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (8-hour shift) Employee will be required to work holidays, after hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes, and other areas due to business needs. Job Close Date 04/26/2024 Type of Posting External 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; completes paperwork, forms, and reports related to collection activities. Learns and follows routes, reads street maps, and micro-routes to locate route destinations. Trains others in the proper use of equipment and vehicles as required by management. Sets up, operates, and maintains (as required by position) automated collection vehicles, street sweeper vehicles, rear-loader vehicles, rubber-wheeled loader, truck-mounted knuckle-boom grapple loader (crane), tractor trailer rig, truck trailer rig to haul equipment and materials, heavy equipment, landfill-wheeled trash compactor; track dozer loader with waste handling, paddle wheel scraper, track dozer with angle and straight blade, brush tub grinder, motor grader, wheeled/tracked excavator, fuel service truck, forklift, tanker, high-lift rubber tire loader, dump truck, water truck, roll-off truck, roll-off truck/roll-off trailer combination, and other industry related equipment as assigned. Checks, refills, or changes fluids, belts, hoses, or safety features of various waste management industry equipment. Operates hand tools, air-powered wrenches in performing replacement of worn equipment parts; uses hand tools such as backpack blower, rake, shovel, and sweep to stack, load, and unload smaller debris and litter (as required by position). Hauls leachate and documents all loads following regulatory guidelines pertaining to landfills (as required by position). Decides whether to pick up trash that is set out improperly. Provides information to customers when appropriate and responds to routine customer questions about work being performed. Places customer notices, door hangers, and public information literature. Cleans up illegal dump sites, parkland, targeted homeless encampment sites, and other sites with high volume of trash-related complaints or concerns throughout the City of Austin. Follows all safety rules. Observes and reports accidents, burglaries, and hazardous situations. Assists other Austin Resource Recovery ( ARR ) crews as directed and performs other duties as assigned and performs the tasks of ARR Associates, Operator Trainees, and Operators 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 ARR processes, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in waste services. Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of assigned equipment and vehicles. Skill in reading and understanding blueprints and plans. Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public. Skill in heavy lifting and carrying equipment or materials applicable to the work being performed. Skill in operating power tools. Skill in using small hand tools. Skill in reading and writing English necessary to the level of tasks performed. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English including manuals and instruction panels. 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 drive and operate various truck/tractor and trailer combination vehicles on residential streets. Ability to manipulate knuckle boom grapple loader in tight restricted spaces. Ability to communicate safety procedures. 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 (*). * The minimum qualifications for the Austin Resource Recovery Operator Senior position are: Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of driving experience with a Commercial Driver License. One (1) year of additional experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Additionally, you must possess a Current Class B* Commercial Driver License. You must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and/or required endorsements within ninety (90) days of employment, as required by position. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes No * Describe in detail how you meet the minimum qualifications of this position. Please detail how you meet the educational requirements, account for the years of related experience, and explain any substitutions of experience for education (if applicable). (Open Ended Question) * This position requires a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License or if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver License within 90 days of employment? 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 * 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 * 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 + * 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
Irvine Ranch Water District, CA
Irvine, California, United States
General Description Under general administrative direction, our Manager of Biosolids and Energy Recovery Operations will plan, organize, and manage the safe and efficient operation of the Michelson biosolids handling and resource recovery facilities. Develop policies and procedures and prepare and administer the facilities’ annual budget. Comply with all State and Federal regulations for injury and illness prevention and hazardous substance control, including all required monitoring, inspecting, and reporting. As a management position, this position will also interface and coordinate with other departments and other members of the IRWD Management Team. Irvine Ranch Water District practices shared values that drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization, and all managers are expected to champion these values. Summary of Duties Manage and coordinate the safe and effective operations of the biosolids and energy recovery facilities to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and statutes. Manage and coordinate the operations of the Biosolids and Energy Recovery Facilities in the areas of sludge thickening, fats, oils, and grease (FOG) and food-waste receiving and addition, anaerobic digestion, solids dewatering, sludge drying, biosolids residual marketing, digester gas handling, and energy recovery. Support the management of and coordination with the operations of the District’s water recycling plant that includes preliminary, primary, secondary activated sludge, Membrane Bio Reactor (MBR), tertiary filtration, Ultraviolet (UV) and chemical disinfection processes, and recycled water pump station. Serve as Designated Chief Plant Operator for the District’s water recycling facilities as needed. Implement a Performance Management program for the Biosolids and Energy Recovery Facility specific to the setting and tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to achieve optimal safety and efficiency. Maintain and improve biosolids processing and operation procedures. Develop and administer operator training and cross-training plans. Ensure State Water Resources Control Board operator certification requirements and all other permit requirements are met. Develop and implement plans to support the advancement of individual operator certification levels. Review and evaluate construction plans, specifications, and proposals. Maintain an effective communications log regarding plant procedures and maintenance. Inspect facility for efficient operation of equipment and request and coordinate appropriate repair or replacement. Prepare technical and non-technical reports on facility operations, flows, and plant parameters. Oversee and manage the monitoring, tracking, and historizing of required operational and process data from SCADA and other sources needed to develop regulatory compliance and process performance reporting. This includes but is not limited to District’s Operational database and reporting systems (WIMS, LIMS, etc.). Manage the requisition of chemicals, supplies, and capital items required for efficient facility operations and coordinate their delivery with vendors and District’s Purchasing department. Comply with District health & safety programs and safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Ensure appropriate safety training for work being performed by assigned staff. Ensure safety meetings (tailgates) are held bi-weekly. Conduct planned visual safety inspections and report findings to the Safety office monthly. Assist in the development, administration, and enforcement of District policies and procedures as approved by the General Manager and the Board of Directors, including assisting Recycling Operations management team in the interpreting of existing and new policies and procedures. Assist supervisors in preparing budgetary data and monitoring quarterly and annual O&M budget performance. Initiate requests and follow all District procurement policies for purchase of parts, materials, tools, and equipment required to efficiently operate the department. Prepare and present justifications for large purchases of equipment as needed. Review and approve invoices for materials purchased. Establish and maintain effective communications with staff, as well as other departments and sections. Participate in the selection, counseling, and training of employees; and determine appropriate productivity standards for subordinate employees and measure staff performance accordingly. Provide information to regulatory agencies, community groups, the general public, and others as required. Advise the Director of Recycling Operations of significant operational and District issues. Responsible for all other work-related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE OF: Principles, theories, operational requirements, standards, and equipment used in the safe and effective operation and maintenance of biosolids and energy recovery facilities. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project, Enterprise. Familiar with and able to implement progressive, innovative, best-practice technologies for operation and maintenance of biosolids and energy recovery facilities. Knowledgeable with asset management and maintenance strategies for biosolids infrastructure. Asset management software programs, such as Maximo. Developing, reviewing, and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for process monitoring, equipment operation, lockout/tag out (LOTO), and other safety and emergency response related tasks. Practices, uses, classifications and requirements of biosolids, soil amendments, and fertilizers. A general knowledge of principles, practices, methods and techniques of public and private sales and marketing procedures and strategies including evaluating markets and setting prices is desirable. Facility permit conditions and discharge limits including those associated with emissions and with sewage discharge and disposal. Applicable and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and procedures including those established by the Southern California Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and OSHA rules and regulation if applicable. Federal and state regulations regarding the production, sale, and use of biosolid materials. Research methods and statistical analysis techniques. Principles and practices of effective management and supervision. Basic principles and practices of organization and culture change. Principles and practices of sound business communications. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work. Qualifications Education: A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: biology, chemistry, management, and wastewater treatment, biosolids treatment, water recycling or water treatment or a closely related field. Experience: Six (6) years progressively responsible experience in the operation of a secondary, biosolids, and tertiary water recycling plant, with four (4) of those six (6) years in a supervisory capacity. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project, Enterprise is required. Asset Management software (Maximo), and budgeting software is highly desirable. License/Certifications Required: Valid Class ‘C’ California Driver’s License. Valid Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Additional Information IRWD Corporate Values Irvine Ranch Water District believes that its values drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization. IRWD was built on values, and we weave them into the fabric of everything we do. Values are the ingredients in our recipe for both institutional and individual success. They are a code of conduct to promote positive outcomes for others and ourselves. They are more than words on a wall or a website. We live by them every day. We pledge to keep them relevant in an ever-changing world. IRWD's employees enjoy working in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where they form strong bonds with fellow employees. To ensure effective communication and promote a collaborative team environment, employees report to work each day in the office or in the field, depending on their positions. The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office, management, and field employees. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with outside professionals and vendors. Mathematical Ability Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide and calculate percentages, decimals, and fractions. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Ability to remain calm in crisis and emergency situations. Ability to use discretion when handling and disseminating sensitive and/or confidential information. Physical Requirements Regularly required to sit, bend, stoop, and stand. Occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs. Environmental Adaptability Noise level is generally equivalent to a typical office environment. Ability to work in an environment which may expose employees to hazardous materials and environment. Occasional visits to District facilities where noise level may be higher than typical office environment. IRWD offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. These benefits include the following: retirement benefits; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; anda variety of other benefits. Benefits may vary based on employment status. This benefits overview is intended to be a summary, is not intended to be all-inclusive,and may not be applicable to all employees. Retirement Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013: The District, in compliance with the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2012 (PEPRA), implemented a third tier for new employees hired on or after January 1, 2013. New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have not been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system within 6 months of hire date will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at a 2 percent at age 62 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefits of 2.5 percent at age 67. Final compensation calculations will be based on the highest three-year average of regular recurring pay. The District pays the employer's share of these costs. The employee share of the pension cost of 7.50% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Employees hired on or after September 29, 2012 or "Classic" PERS members hired on or after January 1, 2013: On September 24, 2012, the IRWD Board of Directors approved the addition of a second tier to the CalPERS retirement benefits. New employees hired on or after September 29th through December 31, 2012, and employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system, will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at 2 percent at age 60 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefit of 2.418% at age 63. The District pays the employer share of these costs and the employee share of the pension cost of 7% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Final retirement compensation calculations are based on the highest three-year average of regular, recurring pay. IRWDdoes not participate or pay into Social Security except for the Medicare portion. Medical Insurance IRWD contracts with CalPERS for medical insurance coverage. Employees may elect coverage from a variety of PPO and HMO plans. The employee and District contribution for health insurance varies by plan.Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Dental Insurance IRWD contracts with Delta Dental for dental coverage.IRWD pays 100% of the premium for dental coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Vision Insurance IRWD contracts with the EyeMed for vision coverage. IRWD pays 100% of the premium for vision coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Life Insurance Elgible employees are provided with life insurance coverage equal to three or four times their annual salary, depending on their level of compensation. Eligible dependents are also covered for a flat benefit amount. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Deferred Compensation Participation in adeferred compensation plan is available through Empower Retirement. Enrollment is voluntary and contributions are employee-paid and subject to IRS limits. The District matches employee contributions up to 3% of base pay after 1 year of employment. Paid Vacation Eligible employees begin accruing vacation benefits at the rate of 80 hours per year for the first 5 years of employment and are eligible to use paid vacation time after 6 months of employment. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes.
General Description Under general administrative direction, our Manager of Biosolids and Energy Recovery Operations will plan, organize, and manage the safe and efficient operation of the Michelson biosolids handling and resource recovery facilities. Develop policies and procedures and prepare and administer the facilities’ annual budget. Comply with all State and Federal regulations for injury and illness prevention and hazardous substance control, including all required monitoring, inspecting, and reporting. As a management position, this position will also interface and coordinate with other departments and other members of the IRWD Management Team. Irvine Ranch Water District practices shared values that drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization, and all managers are expected to champion these values. Summary of Duties Manage and coordinate the safe and effective operations of the biosolids and energy recovery facilities to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and statutes. Manage and coordinate the operations of the Biosolids and Energy Recovery Facilities in the areas of sludge thickening, fats, oils, and grease (FOG) and food-waste receiving and addition, anaerobic digestion, solids dewatering, sludge drying, biosolids residual marketing, digester gas handling, and energy recovery. Support the management of and coordination with the operations of the District’s water recycling plant that includes preliminary, primary, secondary activated sludge, Membrane Bio Reactor (MBR), tertiary filtration, Ultraviolet (UV) and chemical disinfection processes, and recycled water pump station. Serve as Designated Chief Plant Operator for the District’s water recycling facilities as needed. Implement a Performance Management program for the Biosolids and Energy Recovery Facility specific to the setting and tracking of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to achieve optimal safety and efficiency. Maintain and improve biosolids processing and operation procedures. Develop and administer operator training and cross-training plans. Ensure State Water Resources Control Board operator certification requirements and all other permit requirements are met. Develop and implement plans to support the advancement of individual operator certification levels. Review and evaluate construction plans, specifications, and proposals. Maintain an effective communications log regarding plant procedures and maintenance. Inspect facility for efficient operation of equipment and request and coordinate appropriate repair or replacement. Prepare technical and non-technical reports on facility operations, flows, and plant parameters. Oversee and manage the monitoring, tracking, and historizing of required operational and process data from SCADA and other sources needed to develop regulatory compliance and process performance reporting. This includes but is not limited to District’s Operational database and reporting systems (WIMS, LIMS, etc.). Manage the requisition of chemicals, supplies, and capital items required for efficient facility operations and coordinate their delivery with vendors and District’s Purchasing department. Comply with District health & safety programs and safety work-related practices and attend relevant safety training. Ensure appropriate safety training for work being performed by assigned staff. Ensure safety meetings (tailgates) are held bi-weekly. Conduct planned visual safety inspections and report findings to the Safety office monthly. Assist in the development, administration, and enforcement of District policies and procedures as approved by the General Manager and the Board of Directors, including assisting Recycling Operations management team in the interpreting of existing and new policies and procedures. Assist supervisors in preparing budgetary data and monitoring quarterly and annual O&M budget performance. Initiate requests and follow all District procurement policies for purchase of parts, materials, tools, and equipment required to efficiently operate the department. Prepare and present justifications for large purchases of equipment as needed. Review and approve invoices for materials purchased. Establish and maintain effective communications with staff, as well as other departments and sections. Participate in the selection, counseling, and training of employees; and determine appropriate productivity standards for subordinate employees and measure staff performance accordingly. Provide information to regulatory agencies, community groups, the general public, and others as required. Advise the Director of Recycling Operations of significant operational and District issues. Responsible for all other work-related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE OF: Principles, theories, operational requirements, standards, and equipment used in the safe and effective operation and maintenance of biosolids and energy recovery facilities. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project, Enterprise. Familiar with and able to implement progressive, innovative, best-practice technologies for operation and maintenance of biosolids and energy recovery facilities. Knowledgeable with asset management and maintenance strategies for biosolids infrastructure. Asset management software programs, such as Maximo. Developing, reviewing, and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for process monitoring, equipment operation, lockout/tag out (LOTO), and other safety and emergency response related tasks. Practices, uses, classifications and requirements of biosolids, soil amendments, and fertilizers. A general knowledge of principles, practices, methods and techniques of public and private sales and marketing procedures and strategies including evaluating markets and setting prices is desirable. Facility permit conditions and discharge limits including those associated with emissions and with sewage discharge and disposal. Applicable and pertinent federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and procedures including those established by the Southern California Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and OSHA rules and regulation if applicable. Federal and state regulations regarding the production, sale, and use of biosolid materials. Research methods and statistical analysis techniques. Principles and practices of effective management and supervision. Basic principles and practices of organization and culture change. Principles and practices of sound business communications. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work. Qualifications Education: A combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: biology, chemistry, management, and wastewater treatment, biosolids treatment, water recycling or water treatment or a closely related field. Experience: Six (6) years progressively responsible experience in the operation of a secondary, biosolids, and tertiary water recycling plant, with four (4) of those six (6) years in a supervisory capacity. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project, Enterprise is required. Asset Management software (Maximo), and budgeting software is highly desirable. License/Certifications Required: Valid Class ‘C’ California Driver’s License. Valid Grade V Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Additional Information IRWD Corporate Values Irvine Ranch Water District believes that its values drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization. IRWD was built on values, and we weave them into the fabric of everything we do. Values are the ingredients in our recipe for both institutional and individual success. They are a code of conduct to promote positive outcomes for others and ourselves. They are more than words on a wall or a website. We live by them every day. We pledge to keep them relevant in an ever-changing world. IRWD's employees enjoy working in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where they form strong bonds with fellow employees. To ensure effective communication and promote a collaborative team environment, employees report to work each day in the office or in the field, depending on their positions. The physical and mental demands described below are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of office, management, and field employees. Represent District in a professional manner when dealing with outside professionals and vendors. Mathematical Ability Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide and calculate percentages, decimals, and fractions. Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability Ability to use good personal judgment and discretion in performing all job functions. Ability to remain calm in crisis and emergency situations. Ability to use discretion when handling and disseminating sensitive and/or confidential information. Physical Requirements Regularly required to sit, bend, stoop, and stand. Occasionally required to lift up to 50 lbs. Environmental Adaptability Noise level is generally equivalent to a typical office environment. Ability to work in an environment which may expose employees to hazardous materials and environment. Occasional visits to District facilities where noise level may be higher than typical office environment. IRWD offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. These benefits include the following: retirement benefits; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; anda variety of other benefits. Benefits may vary based on employment status. This benefits overview is intended to be a summary, is not intended to be all-inclusive,and may not be applicable to all employees. Retirement Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013: The District, in compliance with the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2012 (PEPRA), implemented a third tier for new employees hired on or after January 1, 2013. New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have not been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system within 6 months of hire date will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at a 2 percent at age 62 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefits of 2.5 percent at age 67. Final compensation calculations will be based on the highest three-year average of regular recurring pay. The District pays the employer's share of these costs. The employee share of the pension cost of 7.50% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Employees hired on or after September 29, 2012 or "Classic" PERS members hired on or after January 1, 2013: On September 24, 2012, the IRWD Board of Directors approved the addition of a second tier to the CalPERS retirement benefits. New employees hired on or after September 29th through December 31, 2012, and employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system, will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at 2 percent at age 60 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefit of 2.418% at age 63. The District pays the employer share of these costs and the employee share of the pension cost of 7% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Final retirement compensation calculations are based on the highest three-year average of regular, recurring pay. IRWDdoes not participate or pay into Social Security except for the Medicare portion. Medical Insurance IRWD contracts with CalPERS for medical insurance coverage. Employees may elect coverage from a variety of PPO and HMO plans. The employee and District contribution for health insurance varies by plan.Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Dental Insurance IRWD contracts with Delta Dental for dental coverage.IRWD pays 100% of the premium for dental coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Vision Insurance IRWD contracts with the EyeMed for vision coverage. IRWD pays 100% of the premium for vision coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Life Insurance Elgible employees are provided with life insurance coverage equal to three or four times their annual salary, depending on their level of compensation. Eligible dependents are also covered for a flat benefit amount. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire. Deferred Compensation Participation in adeferred compensation plan is available through Empower Retirement. Enrollment is voluntary and contributions are employee-paid and subject to IRS limits. The District matches employee contributions up to 3% of base pay after 1 year of employment. Paid Vacation Eligible employees begin accruing vacation benefits at the rate of 80 hours per year for the first 5 years of employment and are eligible to use paid vacation time after 6 months of employment. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment. Paid Holidays The District offers 11 scheduled paid holidaysplus one personal holiday per year. Sick Leave Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually. Flexible Spending Accounts Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party administer to process payments from employee accounts using claim forms or a Flex Spending debit card. Educational Assistance The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes.