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February 27, 2005
MAINTENANCE MACHINIST -- EBMUD
East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD)
invites applications for:
MAINTENANCE MACHINIST $29.83 - $34.53 / Hour
Open until sufficient number of qualified applications is received.
TO APPLY
Submit District application and the supplemental questionnaire. This is an open and continuous recruitment. Please file application materials as soon as possible, as the filing period will close as soon as a sufficient number of qualified applications is received.
For complete job description and application materials,
click here.
EAST BAY MUNICIPAL
UTILITY DISTRICT
Recruitment & Classification Section
P.O. Box 24055
Oakland, CA 94623-1055
(510) 287-0735
www.ebmud.com
For other current job openings, check the EBMUD website:
http://www.ebmud.com/employment/current/
Senior Construction Inspector
JOB TYPE: Full-Time
LOCATION: Throughout the County of Santa Clara, California
FINAL FILING DATE: Continuous. The application filing may close any time after ten business days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable, therefore it is important to submit your application as soon as possible.
Salary: $27.42 - $33.17 hourly
$2,193.28 - $2,654.00 biweekly
$4,752.11 - $5,750.33 monthly
$57,025.32 - $69,003.96 annually
$5,213.98 - $6,312.03 *Effective Monthly
*Effective Wage includes: Base Wage, the County-paid portion of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) required employee contribution, as well as any applicable negotiated amount(s).
JOB DESCRIPTION: Under direction, to perform difficult and complex work in the contract administration and technical inspection of the construction and contracted maintenance work on roads, parks, airports, bridges, major buildings, related major public works, transit construction and land development projects; and may provide lead supervision to a number of Construction Inspectors and Aide subordinates.
Typical Tasks:
* Directs and trains subordinates;
* Makes daily personnel assignments of subordinate inspectors;
* Reviews and interprets plans, specifications and sites for construction projects;
* Assures contractors' conformance to plans, specifications and applicable safety regulations;
* Assumes responsibility for the quality control of concrete, soil, mechanical and electrical equipment or other materials used on County construction projects;
* Arranges and conducts preconstruction meetings, and makes suggestions or criticisms that serve to establish the procedural guidelines for the project;
* Coordinates the various project functions with the owner, the general contractor, the architects, engineers, and other project consultants or agencies;
* Estimates quantities of work completed and prepares the progress payment forms;
* Supervises or performs the preparation of records, reports, as-built plans and other field office engineering work;
* Checks quality of materials and construction methods by personal inspection or by the use of supporting staff;
* Coordinates materials testing, construction surveying and electrical inspections;
* Maintains a complete set of project records, reports and correspondence for each assigned project;
* Reviews permit applications, determines proper conditioning, issues permits and collects fees;
* Determines Improvement Security (bond) amounts and types, and releases project bond;
* Attempts to resolve disputes which develop between the County, contractor, outside agencies or the public;
* Schedules final inspections and recommends acceptance of projects;
* Inspects to assure adherence by contractors to safety rules;
* Performs related duties as required.
Employment Standards:
Sufficient education, training and experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge and abilities:
Experience Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform this function are normally acquired through training and experience equivalent to completion of high school and six years of increasingly responsible technical engineering/construction inspection work, including two years at the level of Construction Inspector in Santa Clara County, or the equivalent.
Substitution: College level training in engineering or related subjects pertinent to the work performed may be substituted on a year-to-year basis for no more than two years of the required experience, provided that no substitution is permitted for the required two years of experience at the level of Construction Inspector.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
Knowledge of:
* Construction and inspection practices, procedures and techniques;
* Principles, practices, techniques and terminology of engineering;
* Engineering mathematics and its application to construction inspection work;
* Construction methods, materials and equipment;
* Principles of supervision and training;
* Safety practices in the construction industry.
Ability to:
* Inspect construction on large and complex projects and enforce compliance with plans, specifications and codes;
* Meet and consult with engineers, contractors and their representatives on difficult construction matters;
* Effectively resolve and coordinate problems with construction and engineering personnel;
* Read and interpret engineering and architectural plans, specifications, laws, ordinance and appropriate codes;
* Plan, organize and supervise the work of others;
* Review and evaluate unusual field conditions not specified in plans and specifications;
* Make field engineering estimates and calculations;
* Collect and analyze data and prepare accurate and detailed reports, records and letters;
* Measure and calculate quantities accurately for preparation of progress payments.
For more information and an application, go to: www.sccgov.org
February 26, 2005
Director of Construction--Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is looking for people...
Go to "Careers" at the website below for all construction positions! www.habitatlb.org
Director of Construction Position Description
Occupational Summary:
Habitat for Humanity South Bay/Long Beach’s general building operations requires an individual to act as Director of Construction to oversee multiple projects.
Habitat for Humanity is unique to other positions in that it blends the use of subcontractors with volunteers in the construction of homes. A successful candidate will also be one who likes to teach and interact with diverse populations.
Due to the intimate setting of our office many duties may overlap. The duties of this position may vary and are not exclusive of the duties shown below:
- Oversee project supervisors
- Select and oversee engineers, architects and subcontractors. Monitor progress and ensure compliance with plans and code
- Capable of managing, coordinating and supervising the construction process from conceptual development through final construction on a timely and economical basis
- Request material and labor donations from vendors on behalf of Habitat for Humanity South
Bay/Long Beach, a non-profit organization
Desired skills and experience:
- 5 years as a construction superintendent in residential construction
- Contractor’s License & reliable vehicle
- A personal commitment to the mission of Habitat for Humanity
- Experience evaluating vacant land for new construction and existing structures for rehabilitation needs, including cost estimating.
- Experience with land and infrastructure development management, including scattered site and multi-unit subdivisions.
- Proven ability to organize and develop an overall construction budget and schedule with major milestones for each home.
- Proven ability to create a detailed construction schedule, identifying tasks, skills, materials, and tools required for effective involvement by volunteers and partner families
- Ability to read, interpret and follow architectural plans and Building Codes
- Understand and use computer programs such as CAD, Microsoft Project, MS Word and Excel
- Verbal and written communication skills to be able to represent Habitat for Humanity South
Bay/Long Beach with clients, tenants, subcontractors, vendors and within the company
- Be able to work with a minimum amount of structure and set goals for oneself and the department
- Be self-motivated with a great attitude; be a team player and expect a job to be a positive aspect of ones life
Compensation Package:
The initial salary will depend upon experience and skills. Other benefits include medical and dental insurance, retirement plan, holiday, vacation and sick leave pay and participation in a flex benefits plan.
Additionally, the company offers support and financial assistance for participation in training and leadership development activities.
3 Occupational Safety & Health Trainings
ALL THE DETAILS – including who to contact for more information - are at:
http://www.worksafe.org/events/training.cfm
See our webpage for lots more information at www.worksafe.org
Program: Workplace Violence Prevention Training
Date: February 8 - 9, 2005 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Place: Fresno CA - see webpage for exact location
Program: A Guide to Health & Safety and Filing a Cal/OSHA Complaint
Date: Tuesday March 1, 2005 - 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Place: Carpenters Hall - 1153 Chess Drive - Foster City
Program: Workers' Compensation Navigator Training Workshops Date: Wednesday & Thursday May 11 & 12, 2005 - exact time tba
Place: Central Labor Council of Alameda County