Construction worker Jobs in Concord ca

Description

This recruitment closes at 5 : 00 p.m. on December 27, 2024.

Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of January 13, 2025.

The Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Construction & Maintenance Worker I / II / III in the Hydroelectric Division of Operations. This recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list for use to fill future vacancies.

Under supervision performs and / or organizes, assigns, and reviews the work of assigned personnel performing a variety of maintenance and construction tasks associated with the repair and maintenance of District's hydro canals, ditches, lakes, and water conveyance system used for the operation of the hydroelectric power plant; provides technical and administrative support to assigned lead or supervisory staff.

District rental housing opportunity may be available (internal candidates only).

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES : the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

All Classification Levels :

• Patrols canals and ditches ensuring they are free from hazards including trees, debris, snow and ice; identifies sections of canals and ditches in need of repair and either makes repairs or reports repair needs to supervisor; operates snow equipment in the patrol, maintenance and repair of canals and ditches.
• Performs dam inspections to ensure their integrity; makes repairs to dam surface.
• Operates and maintains water conveyance system including ditch and canal sections, wood and concrete flumes, tunnels, siphons, and penstock; monitors and regulates flows at diversion dam, spillways as well as flow levels in river, canals and tunnels; monitors and controls lake levels ensuring compliance with applicable FERC license requirements.
• Patrols canals and ditches to identify illegal water connections; reports to supervisor.
• Monitors and operates remote controlled SCADA systems to monitor and control canal / lake systems per FERC license requirements; monitors and maintains flow levels throughout system; monitors and responds to alarms.
• Performs flume and in-ground canal and ditch construction and repairs; prepares wood forms and reinforcing steel for concrete pours.
• Operates a variety of light to heavy equipment including large trucks and construction equipment such as loaders, backhoes, and trenching machines.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and vehicles used in the work and stocks vehicles with adequate supply of tools and equipment needed to perform the work.
• May use a computer to enter and retrieve information related to work assignments and record-keeping.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other District employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Construction & Maintenance Worker I

This is the entry-level class in the Construction and Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience. The Construction and Maintenance Worker I class is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Incumbents work under immediate supervision while learning job tasks, progressing to general supervision as procedures and processes of assigned area of responsibility are learned.

QUALIFICATIONS : Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be :

Knowledge of : Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment. Safe work practices. Principles of customer service. Basic mathematics.

Skill / Ability to : Learn to effectively perform utility construction, maintenance and repair tasks associated with utility infrastructure and facilities. Learn to operate a variety of hand tools and light and medium equipment safely. Learn and apply safe work practices including traffic control procedures, trench shoring, and confined space entry procedures. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. On a continuous basis, know and understand operations, and observe safety rules; intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others. Ability to maintain reliable attendance is a condition of employment subject to applicable medical and disability leave laws. Intermittently, sit while studying or preparing reports; bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist when performing installation / repair of equipment; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; and lift or carry weight of inspection, 50 pounds or less.

Experience : One year of general construction experience desirable.

Education : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

License and Certificate : Possession of or the ability to obtain a Class B California Driver's license or ability to acquire within twelve months of appointment is required. The District will provide you with the training and drive time necessary to prepare to pass the Class A / B driver license examination.

Construction and Maintenance Worker II

This is the journey level class in the Construction and Maintenance Worker series and is distinguished from the I level by the assignment of the full range of duties. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level. This class is distinguished from the Construction and Maintenance Worker III in that the latter performs the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series and may provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff.

In addition to the qualifications for the Construction and Maintenance Worker I :

Knowledge of : Methods and practices of installing, repairing and maintaining canal and ditch systems. Methods, techniques, tools and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the construction and maintenance of utility systems. Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.

Skill / Ability to : Independently perform installation, repair and maintenance duties associated with the District's utility infrastructure and water conveyance system. Safely operate a variety of light to heavy construction equipment and hand tools. Read maps to locate facilities. Recognize hazardous working conditions and take appropriate action. Respond to emergency situations. Ensure a safe working environment in the absence of Construction and Maintenance Worker III.

Experience and Education : Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be :

Experience : Two years of responsible experience similar to Construction and Maintenance Worker I with the El Dorado Irrigation District.

Education : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

License and Certificate : Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Possession of a Class A California driver's license.

Successful Completion of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Irrigation Training & Research Center 1) Flow Measurements & Canal Operation Course, or similar course, from a recognized training or higher learning institution.

Construction and Maintenance Worker III

This is the advanced journey level class in the Construction and Maintenance Worker series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed, complexity of duties assigned, independence of action taken, by the amount of time spent performing the duties, and by the nature of the public contact made. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned within this series, which may include technical and functional supervision over assigned personnel and perform the most difficult and complex installation, repair and maintenance of District utility infrastructure and facilities. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned areas of responsibility. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the II level.

This class is distinguished from the Chief Construction and Maintenance Worker in that the latter leads a program(s) of work for the entire unit and provides oversight duties either for a specific work crew or for multiple crews working under the program, and leads in technical and functional supervision over assigned staff, including Construction and Maintenance Workers.

Knowledge of : Advanced principles, practices and methods of installing, repairing and maintaining District utility infrastructure and facilities; technical and functional supervision and training. Advanced methods, techniques, tools and operating characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the construction and maintenance of utility systems.

Skill / Ability to : Ability to provide technical and functional supervision over assigned staff; effectively train staff. Perform the most complex duties related to the installation, repair and maintenance of District's utility infrastructure and water conveyance system in a safe and effective manner. Address and resolve the more difficult and complex customer concerns. Ensure a safe working environment. Accurately estimate labor, materials, and equipment needs.

Experience and Education : Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be :

Experience : At least two years of responsible journey level experience as a Construction and Maintenance Worker II at the El Dorado Irrigation District.

Education : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

License and Certificate : Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license at the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Possession of a Class A California driver's license.

Successful completion of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo Irrigation Training & Research Center 1) Flow Measurements & Canal Operation, and 2) SCADA Basics Courses, or similar courses, from a recognized training or higher learning institution.