Los Angeles and Orange Area Chapter
Jobs Available

WATER SUPERINTENDENT
$45,702 - $57,133
Application Deadline: Thursday, May 15, 2008 at 4:00 pm
Reports to: Deputy Director of Public Works / Director of Public Works

Position Under limited supervision, directs, coordinates and oversees, and supervises staff in the operation and maintenance of the public works water production, treatment and distribution systems, pump plant, and other water department facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned:

• Responsible for supervision of 4 person water division staff, including scheduling of work & safe efficient utilization of resources;
• Responsible for operation and maintenance of City water production, treatment & distribution systems;
• Maintains a variety of records and schedules, such as water production or water quality records;
• Responsible for monitoring water quality for City water production and distribution operations, including sampling, testing, reporting and record-keeping;
• Represents City and Public Works Department at meetings with residents, vendors, contractors, and other governmental agencies;
• Participates in monthly safety meetings and in safety related programs;
• Keeps informed of developments in the field of water production and distribution, especially water quality regulations and water rights issues and provides reports to Deputy Director of Public Works as to such developments;
• Responsible for Public Works construction inspection, particularly for water-related improvements;
• Participate in emergency operations and staff emergency operations center as required;
• Performs preventative maintenance on well pumps and electric motor equipment, well buildings and facilities;
• Inspects booster pumps and well pumps, including checking for excessive noise, heat, leaks and proper fluid levels;
• Responds to customer water complaints and supplies customer information by phone and in person;
• Meter Reading;
• Water Distribution System repairs; Repairs water leaks; locates, digs, repairs, back fills, patches and cleans work areas;
• Assists in tasks necessary for installation of new water services; prepares materials, locates, digs trenches, welds and lays out pipes, sets meters and meter boxes, backfills, patches and cleans work area;
• Maintains chlorine stations; changes cylinders; ensures that feed rate is normal and chlorine residual leaving the plant is within limits;
• Checks chlorine residuals throughout city;
• Locates and marks water mains and services water lines;
• Repairs broken sprinklers and sprinkler lines;
• Responds to emergency call outs after hours;
• Maintains records of lubrication, calibration and maintenance performed on equipment and machinery and compiles data into written reports;
• Issues 24 hour notices for delinquent bills;
• Ensures cathodic protection;
• Cleans spreading basin, including top grading and side cleaning;
• Performs grounds maintenance at pumping and pumping sites, drains and cleans out reservoirs and maintains water treatment plant facilities;
• Performs building maintenance, such as electrical, lighting and plumbing;
• Maintains equipment and materials used in the work;
• Removes hazardous objects from streets;
• Must be available to work weekends and occasional evenings;
• Performs various related essential duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and some college or vocational course work in science, water treatment, or public works, and five years of California municipal water system operation experience (including supervision). The ideal candidate will hold Certificates in State of California in Water Distribution II and Water Treatment II and able to obtain Grade III in Treatment and Distribution within one year of employment. Alternatively, any combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities will be considered.

Experience involving municipal water system operations and the maintenance of water quality standards are required. The most successful candidate will be proficient with personal computer operations; understand general water treatment operations and possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Familiarity with GAC Water Treatment Systems a plus.

License/Certification Requirements: Possession of a valid California drivers license; Class "C" or higher. Must obtain a Class B driver's license within one (1) year of employment. Able to possess or obtain State of California Water Treatment III Certificate and able to obtain a State of California Water Distribution II Certificate within 1 year of employment. Continuing education and State certificates are required by the State of California and paid for by the City.

Compensation:

• Salary range: $45,702 to $57,133 per year. Salary will be negotiated based on qualifications.
• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the City for the employee and eligible dependents.
• Death & disability, life insurance policies, short term disability & PERS level II survivor benefit is provided.
• PERS retirement – City participates in the CalPERS retirement system at 2.5% @ 55. City pays full employee share and counts toward final retirement compensation. No participation in social security.
• EPMC: 8% paid by the City is reported as employee's income for calculating retirement benefit
• Deferred Compensation programs are available with ICMA. City contributes $1,300 annually.
• Additional, Deferred Compensation paid by City up to $100 per bi-weekly pay period (depending on medical insurance selection).
• Annual paid leave of 88 vacation hours (for first four years), 14 paid holidays, 80 administrative leave hours and 96 hours of sick leave.
• Alternative work schedule 9/80.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and child-care expenses.
• Tuition reimbursement and computer loan programs available
• Good driving incentive for Class B certification

Candidates should send a completed application and current resume to:
Miguel Hernandez, Personnel Analyst
Sierra Madre City Hall
232 West Sierra Madre Boulevard
Sierra Madre CA 91024

Applications can also be faxed to (626) 355-2251

Complete details available at www.cityofsierramadre.com

Questions may be directed to:
Miguel Hernandez
(626) 355-7135
mhernandez@ci.sierra-madre.ca.us Equal Opportunity Employer

OPERATIONS SUPPORT AND FIELD MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT
EXAM #07/08-00213
FULL-TIME
SALARY- $7,663.07 - $9,316.67 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 04/29/08
CLOSING DATE: 05/23/08 5:00pm Pacific Time

THE POSITION
The City of Newport Beach seeks to fill two vacancies within the Department's Management team. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other Superintendent vacancies as they occur.

We are seeking energetic, creative, and detail-oriented individuals who will provide leadership to two field divisions. The General Services Department is organized into seven operating divisions providing services to residents, visitors, and internal City customers: Administration, Field Maintenance, Operations Support, Refuse, Parks, Street Trees, and Equipment Maintenance. The General Services Department employs 125 personnel with an annual operating budget of over $27 million.

The ideal candidates will have excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, a positive attitude and service orientation, and the ability to adapt to changing conditions and priorities. He or she will have the chance to use their combination of experience, skills, and leadership abilities to excel in a progressive municipal maintenance department. Successful candidates will also have the opportunity to provide input to the design of City capital projects, insuring that future maintenance requirements are taken into account at the earliest stages of development.

Operations Support: This position manages, supervises and coordinates the programs, services and activities of the Operations Support Division of the General Services Department including, facilities maintenance, beach maintenance, street sweeping, storm drain/tidal valve operation and maintenance, carpentry, and sign and paint shops.

Field Maintenance: This position manages, supervises and coordinates the programs, services and activities of the Field Maintenance Division of the General Services Department including, asphalt and concrete maintenance and traffic signs and markings.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general direction from the General Services Director and exercises supervision over subordinate staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: train, motivate and evaluate staff; establish standards of productivity and performance; prepare and present employee performance reviews; provide or coordinate staff training; recommend employee recognition; work with employees to correct deficiencies, implement discipline procedures, and recommend employee terminations; approve work hour and expense reports; supervise the maintenance of time, material and equipment use records; prepare staff reports; participate in the development of the Division budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; review capitol improvement plans related to the assigned services and provide input regarding future maintenance activities; administer assigned capital improvement projects; maintain inventory and requisition supplies and materials; recommend the purchase of equipment and assist in the development of specifications; answer questions and provide information to the public; receive and investigate complaints and recommend corrective action, as necessary to resolve complaints; ensure the adherence to safe work practices by operations support personnel; coordinate operations support services activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies; prepare operational reports and cost estimates for operations support services activities; and perform related duties as assigned.

WHEN ASSIGNED TO THE OPERATIONS SUPPORT POSITION:
Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the Operations Support Division work plan and methods; supervise programs including facilities maintenance, beach maintenance, street sweeping, storm drain/tidal valve operation and maintenance, and carpentry and the sign and paint shops; assign work activities and projects; monitor the work of contractors performing operations support work for the City; implement policies and procedures; develop new or modified systems, policies and procedures; develop and implement operations support schedules; inspect work sites and before, during and after completion to assure work is completed in a satisfactory and thorough manner; check catch basins, wharves, city buildings and facilities, beach ocean and bay front signs, equipment and related items for maintenance and repair.

WHEN ASSIGNED TO THE FIELD MAINTENANCE POSITION:
Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the Field Maintenance Division work plan and methods; supervise programs including asphalt and concrete maintenance and repair of streets and sidewalks, street marking and traffic sign installation, maintenance and repair; assign work activities and projects; monitor the work of contractors performing field maintenance work for the City; implement policies and procedures; develop new or modified systems, policies and procedures; develop and implement field maintenance schedules; inspect work sites and before, during and after completion to assure work is completed in a satisfactory and thorough manner; check streets, sidewalks, traffic signs, pavement markings, equipment and related items for maintenance and repair.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the work; principles and practices of supervision, training and personnel management; procedures and techniques of budget administration; english usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; computers and associated City software programs; record keeping and reporting procedures; and safe work practices. Ability to: Learn City codes and regulations related to programs and activities; conduct studies, prepare comprehensive reports and determine cost effective ways for providing the assigned services; prepare and administer a budget; exercise sound independent judgment within established procedure guidelines; supervise, train and evaluate personnel; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; appear for work on time; follow directions from a supervisor; understand and follow posted work rules and procedures; accept constructive criticism; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and work overtime hours as needed.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING AND LICENSE/CERTIFICATE

Operations Support Superintendent: Five years of increasingly responsible experience performing varied operations support work, including one year of supervisory experience and equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in personnel supervision or a related field is desirable.

Field Maintenance Superintendent: Five years of increasingly responsible experience performing varied street and sidewalk maintenance and repair work, including one year of supervisory experience and equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in field construction and administration of public works projects.

Both positions require possession of a valid and appropriate California driver's license.

Benefits:
This position belongs to the Key and Management group and is provided the following benefits:
This City offers membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); a Paid Flex Leave program based on the individual’s length of service; a group health/vision and dental cafeteria plan; City-paid group life insurance based on employee’s annual salary; eleven paid holidays the first year and twelve per year thereafter; Employee Assistance Program; and tuition reimbursement for job-related courses. In addition, an employee may opt to participate in the City’s deferred compensation plan. The City does not participate in the Federal Social Security program. Your benefits may be reduced if you work for an employer who does not withhold Social Security taxes from your salary.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Prior to employment, the prospective candidate must successfully complete a thorough background review, including being fingerprinted by Newport Beach Police Department.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT:
www.city.newport-beach.ca.us/jobs.html

OR

CITY OF NEWPORT BEACH
Human Resources Department
3300 Newport Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA 92663-3884

An Equal Opportunity Employer

FACILITIES SYSTEMS MECHANIC

$4642 - $5655- monthly base salary
Open-Competitive Testing Process
Closes May 8, 2008 at 5:30 p.m.

EL SEGUNDO
El Segundo is a key employment center for high technology industry and headquarters for many companies; Mattel Toys, Raytheon, Northrop-Grumman, Xerox, Computer Sciences Corporation, Oracle, Time Warner, DirectTV, and the Chevron Oil Company. An increasingly diversified revenue base supports excellent public services delivered with pride. Located in southwest Los Angeles County, it is adjacent to the Pacific Ocean and borders Los Angeles International Airport. Major thoroughfares into the City are the 105 Century/Glen Anderson and 405 San Diego Freeways. It is a full-service, general law city with a five-member Council and City Manager form of government. Its daytime population exceeds 70,000 and its resident population is approximately 17,000. The City has about 300 full-time employees and a 2007-08 fiscal year total budget of approximately $104.1 million.

POSITION

Definition: Under general supervision, diagnoses, repairs and maintains electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems for City buildings and facilities.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Diagnoses, installs, repairs and maintains electrical distribution to 480 volts including lighting, alarm and audio systems and computer cables, scoreboards, generators, air compressors and golf course equipment.

Diagnoses, installs, repairs and maintains heating, venting and air conditioning equipment including air handlers, motors, compressors, pumps, valves, electrical components, electric and pneumatic controls.

Diagnoses, installs, repairs and maintains plumbing systems including pumps, valves, piping, water heaters, irrigation systems, fixtures and faucets.

Installs, repairs and maintains doors, hardware, locks and closers; repairs carpet and ceiling tile; constructs walls, prepares surfaces for painting and paints; hangs pictures and window coverings; assembles and repairs wood and metal office furniture and workstations.

Provides technical advice to departments; oversees work performed by contractors; approves progress payments to contractors.

Maintains records of supplies, materials, equipment and time spent on repairs; reviews bids; prepares specifications for new equipment; purchases materials and equipment; updates fire extinguishers and asbestos reports.

Responds to complaints and determines appropriate corrective action; coordinates activities with other City staff in resolving complaints as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Other Characteristics:

• Knowledge of tools, equipment and procedures used in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities and electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of computerized building management programs.
• Knowledge of equipment capabilities, limitations and safe operating characteristics.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards related to all aspects related work.

• Skill reviewing, monitoring, and prioritizing building maintenance/repair work.
• Skill reading blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Skill reading technical instruction manuals.
• Skill installing plumbing, electrical and HVAC systems.
• Skill trouble-shooting systems and performing journey level plumbing, electrical and HVAC maintenance and repair work.
• Skill operating HVAC computer programs.
• Skill operating a variety of technical diagnostic equipment.
• Skill using appropriate hand and power tools associated with mechanical/facility diagnosis, maintenance and repair.
• Skill analyzing emergencies and effecting accurate corrective action.
• Skill maintaining records.
• Skill understanding and following complex directions and instructions.
• Skill establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public.

Working Conditions:
Routinely required to lift and/or carry up to 75 pounds. Required to enter confined spaces, hot and cold areas and climb ladders.

Licensing/Certification Requirements:
A valid California driver’s license.
Trade Electricity Journey level and/or Certification.
HVAC Universal Journey level and/or Certification.
EPA Asbestos Abatement Worker Certification.

Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or GED, specialized plumbing, electrical and HVAC training and three (3) years increasingly responsible experience in building and facility maintenance and, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION
Applicants must submit a City employment application form to the Human Resources Department, 350 Main Street, El Segundo, CA 90245. The position closes 5/08/2008 at 5:30 p.m. Resumes are strongly encouraged, but will not be accepted in lieu of the required City employment application.

After a careful review of properly submitted applications, only those applicants appearing most qualified and meeting the City’s particular needs will be invited to the examination process. The examination process will consist of a structured oral interview (weighted 100%). A minimum passing score of 70% is required for placement on an eligibility list for hiring consideration. Names will be placed on the eligibility list in rank score order and the list will normally be valid for 1 year or until insufficient names remain on the list from which to fill future vacancies. The list may also be extended up to an additional 12 months. All employment offers are conditional pending results of a city-paid, comprehensive pre-employment medical exam (includes drug/alcohol testing), background and reference checks and being fingerprinted A loyalty oath is also required.

EMPLOYEES ARE REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETE A ONE YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD IN ORDER TO OBTAIN PERMANENT STATUS AS A FACILITIES SYSTEMS MECHANIC.

For further job information contact:
City of El Segundo
Human Resources Department
350 Main Street, El Segundo, California 90245
(310) 524-2336

www.elsegundo.org

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation.

The Human Resources Department will attempt to provide special testing arrangements for persons with legally recognized disabilities. If you feel you have a need for special testing arrangements you must notify the department at the time you submit your employment application.

POSTED: 4/08/2008

EOE

SENIOR MAINTENANCE TECH.
(LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE)

THE POSITION
Under the direction of the Landscape Maintenance Supervisor, the Senior Maintenance Technician in the Landscaping Section performs and oversees skilled craft and maintenance functions related to the maintenance and/or repair of City facilities, parks, street trees and landscaped areas including: implementing and assisting in the development of preventative and programmed maintenance functions; ensures abatement of trash, graffiti, weeds, debris and other problems within public areas; identifying and troubleshooting problems, performing various maintenance tasks, making repairs; overseeing the functions of contractors and providing customer service by investigating complaints.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB
Performs and oversees a variety of landscape maintenance functions. Maintains and installs plant material. Inspects parks and landscaped areas and their related amenities. Oversees the work of others including staff, contractors and community service workers. Must thrive in a team environment. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Must be a self-starter and self motivated.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way to obtain these qualifications would be: High school diploma or GED and; Three to four years of progressively responsible experience, or Any combination of education, training and experience performing the essential functions of the job Experience with landscape and tree maintenance and urban forestry Valid California Driver’s License (required) Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Russian (desirable) Staff and contractor supervision experience (desirable) * Successful completion of a physical exam is required upon offer of employment.

THE FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE DIVISION
The Facilities & Field Services division provides maintenance, repair and improvement services to City-owned or leased buildings, parks, medians, associated landscape areas, streets, streetscape improvements and vehicles.

TO APPLY:
To apply on line, please visit www.weho.org/jobs HUMAN RESOURCES CONTACT:
Sofia Macias
8300 Santa Monica Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069

323.848.6317

An Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer. Female, Minority and Disabled Candidates are encouraged to apply.

SAFETY SPECIALIST
Job Number: 15

SALARY RANGE: Grades I – II: $1,666.64 to $2,632.96 Biweekly
$3,623.00 to $5,724.00 Monthly

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: A bachelor's degree in safety management, safety technology or a closely related field (proof required)* and recent experience in the field of occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, safety education and/or facility safety inspections; -OR- Six months recent experience in the field of occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, safety education and/or facility safety inspections and a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration or a related field (proof required.)*

-OR- A combination of education (proof required)* and experience in occupational safety and health, industrial hygiene, safety education and/or facility safety inspections equivalent to 5 years;

- OR- A valid professional safety certification such as Associate Safety Professional, Occupational Health and Safety Technologist, Certified Associate Industrial Hygienist or Associate in Loss Control Management. Alternate professional safety certifications may be submitted for consideration and will be evaluated for equivalency (proof required)*:

Knowledge of California Code of Regulations, Title 8, Chapter 4.0; ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing; ability to independently apply procedures and regulations affecting safety operations; willingness to respond to emergency calls at night and on weekends; willingness to travel occasionally, as required; proof of a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection interview.

Applications will not be processed until all required proofs are received. Any required proofs, such as diplomas, certificates or transcripts must be received in the Civil Service Department by January 16, 2008.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Under general supervision, assists in the administration of the Citywide Safety Program and may perform as a program staff specialist or department safety specialist; assists in developing and evaluating safety goals and standards; assists and advises management in promotion of an overall safety culture; advises employees and supervisors on injury prevention and safety related matters; performs facility safety inspections for compliance with Cal/OSHA requirements and other standards; provides training and instruction on safety related matters; conducts industrial hygiene sampling including indoor air quality assessments, noise and chemical exposure monitoring; utilizes computerized systems to track and identify accident causes to make recommendations for the prevention of similar injuries and illnesses; prepares statistical reports and correspondence related to program evaluation and performance measures; oversees the maintenance of required records and reports; makes recommendations on Citywide safety policies and standards; develops instructional materials for safety related topics; performs other related duties as required.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of applications and supplemental applications submitted. Only those candidates demonstrating the strongest backgrounds on the basis of a comparative analysis will be invited to the Appraisal Interview, weighted 100%. A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on an analysis of test results.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202 or by visiting the
City of Long Beach HR website at:
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/longbeach/default.cfm

JOB 15-08 D69AN-08 (BGN) 12/12/07
EOE

ASSISTANT PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR - Street & Sanitation

The City of Burbank, a thriving community in southern California's world-class media center, is seeking a motivated self-starter to be responsible for directing and implementing the goals, objectives, and policies of the Refuse Collection, Landfill Operations, Recycling, and Street Maintenance divisions. This includes overseeing projects, work program items, and assisting in budget preparations and expenditure control, as well as attending and making presentations at City Council and other meetings.

The ideal candidate will be a team player who can bring together the various elements of a diverse community, has a strong commitment to customer service and the community needs, and is a creative problem solver who can anticipate change and take the necessary risks to accommodate those changes. In addition, this challenging position requires any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance as determined by the City. Example combination includes, but is not limited to, six years of experience in public works field operations,including two years of responsible supervisory experience in street maintenance and/or integrated waste operations, and completion of two years of college in public administration, supervision or a related field. Experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

We offer an annual starting salary of $98,736 to $119,952 plus superb benefits including City-contributed retirement plan, cafeteria-style health benefits, and tuition reimbursement. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City of Burbank application. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, and applicants with the most relevant qualifications will be granted an interview. To obtain an application, please visit Human Resources, call our 24-hour Jobline (818-238-5000), or go to our website www.ci.burbank.ca.us and return completed application and current resume to:

Management Services Department
City of Burbank Human Resources
301 E. Olive Ave. Suite 101
Burbank, CA 91502

EOE

Western Pavement Maintenance Association (WPMA) a non-profit pavement association is seeking full-time or part-time Project Development Representatives. Responsibilities include educating public works agencies and city officials on cost effective maintenance strategies available for their street systems. Strong communication and presentation skills needed; Computer proficiency required. Experience with PowerPoint desirable. Knowledge of and previous experience with street and roadway systems / strategies is important.

Please submit Resume to:

WPMA
5319 E. Beverly Blvd., Ste A
Los Angeles, CA 90022

Or via email to:
wpma@earthlink.net

or via facsímile to
(213) 683-1299

WPMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
For additional information visit our Website at www.westernpma.org