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PG&E: Pacific Gas and Electric are looking for men and women to join their Utility/Construction Team.

If you have experience working in the skilled trades or recently completed schooling in the skilled trades, then please attend an employer/recruitment presentation at
RichmondWorks-330 25th Street
Thursday, April 21st at 10:00 a.m.

PG&E offers the following:
v Great Benefits
v Competitive Salary
v Paid Training
v Growth Opportunities
v And many more…All interested candidates should possess the following:

v Experience in the skilled trades
v A High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
v A valid CA drivers license
v Ability to qualify on the PG&E pre-employment test - PTB
v And pass a background check/drug screen

Please arrive promptly.
Seating is limited; please call (510) 307-8014 to reserve your seat.
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Plumber, journey-level, Port of Oakland

closes 3/21/05
www.portofoakland.com

Open Recruitment
All qualified individuals may apply

Closing Date
Monday, March 21, 2005

Salary/Work Week
$5,877 - $7,093/mo., 36-hour work week

Civil Service Status
Classified (Job Code 10135)

The Position
The Port of Oakland is currently recruiting for the position of Plumber. Under general supervision, the plumber performs a variety of journey-level work which includes installing, servicing, maintaining and repairing plumbing, heating, irrigation, ventilation and sewer systems within prescribed craft standards. The incumbent must have thorough job knowledge and be able to solve most technical problems. Contacts are normally limited to other Port employees. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Installs, maintains and repairs a variety of plumbing fixtures and heating and ventilating equipment, such as valves, control devices, pumps, water heaters, gas burning appliance, toilets, water irrigation, sewer, air, steam and sprinkler lines; inspects and repairs heating and cooling systems and components.

Services irrigation sprinkler system components; uses proper chlorination procedures, clears stoppages; repairs breaks and leaks.

Installs and maintains underground sewer and water lines, sprinkler lines, and underground fire mains; operates small trenching machines.

Cuts and threads pipe; installs and repairs transite, iron, copper, lead, and plastic pipe; does incidental soldering and brazing work; tests completed work.

Reads blueprints; plans installations; prepares estimates for anticipated plumbing and heating installations.

Instructs employees in lower classifications when assigned as helpers.

Completes forms; makes routine written reports related to assignments.

Performs other related work as assigned.

Minimum Requirements for Application
This examination is open to persons who have a combination of education and experience that would reflect possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A typical combination would include the following:

Education: Graduation from high school and completion of an accredited apprenticeship program.

Experience: Four years of job experience may be substituted for the apprenticeship program.

Licenses: Incumbents in this job are expected to operate automotive vehicles in the performance of assigned duties. Due to assignments and hours worked, public transportation may not be an efficient method for traveling to required locations. Individuals appointed will be required to maintain a valid California Driver’s License while employed or demonstrate the ability to travel to required locations in a timely manner.

Additional Requirements: This Airport specific classification requires each incumbent to complete and pass a Transportation Security Administration/Federal Aviation Administration (TSA/FAA) 10-year employment history verification, which will include fingerprinting and a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) prior to being considered for this position. [In addition, the incumbent in this position will be required to complete and pass a U.S. Customs Airport Security Program Check (19CFR122.182).] This status must be maintained for the duration of employment at the Airport.

Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of water, gas, air conditioning and heating installation, maintenance and repair methods, tools, and materials; building codes related to plumbing and air conditioning apparatus.

Ability to install and maintain plumbing, heating and air conditioning systems and locate, analyze and repair deficiencies as necessary; read, interpret and work with blueprints; prepare rough sketches of work and make estimates of materials and labor.

The Selection Process
Stage 1: Application Evaluation (Pass/Fail) - All properly completed application materials will be reviewed to determine if applicant meets the minimum qualification requirements. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to the next stage. Only the most suitably qualified candidates will be invited to Stage II.

Stage II: Assessment Examination (Pass/Fail) - The second stage of the selection process will consist of a combination of a written examination and job-related situational project exercises designed to assess technical knowledge.

Stage III: The third stage of the selection process will consist of an oral panel interview designed to assess technical knowledge and any additional other knowledge, skills and abilities.

The Port of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.

Advisories
Immigration and Reform Control Act: : In compliance with the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, the Port of Oakland will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Social Security card must be presented, and the name on it must match the name on the application.

Americans with Disabilities (ADA): In compliance with State and Federal Laws, the Port of Oakland will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The Port is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process should so indicate in questions 4 and 5 at the bottom of the Voluntary Questionnaire on the application form or notify us within five days after the final filing date for the examination (3/21/05). Otherwise, it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the examination process. For further information regarding ADA test accommodations, please call (510) 627-1516 or TDD (510) 763-5703. For further information concerning ADA in general, please call (510) 627-1417, TDD (510) 763-5703.

How to Apply
You may call our Job Hotline at (510) 627-1142.

Date of Examination
To be announced.

Cherrie Rideout, (510) 627-1293
05-10135-005/classified
Opens: March 4, 2005
Closes: March 21, 2005

The Port of Oakland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer

Heavy Equipment Operator, Journey-Level

East Bay Municipal Utilities District, closes 3/25/05

www.ebmud.com

Under general supervision, Heavy Equipment Operators operate and adjust heavy construction equipment used in the construction, repair, and maintenance of the water system facilities and property. The Heavy Equipment Operator is a working member of a crew.

There are two ways to get more information or to apply:

1. Downloading a pdf version of a complete application packet:
Download file
(accessible through Acrobat Reader, http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html, a free software), or

2. Calling the EBMUD Recruitment and Classification Section's 24/7 interactive hotline at (510) 287-0742 or staff at (510) 287-0735 (M-F 8:00 - 4:30 p.m., holidays excepted).

Deliver completed application materials:

in person to 375-11th Street, Oakland first floor drop box, or
by mail to Recruitment and Classification; P.O. Box 24055; Oakland, CA 94623-1055.

The EBMUD Recruitment and Classification Section must receive the completed application by 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 25, 2005. Postmarks will not be accepted.

Elevator Mechanic - UC Berkeley

Salary: $41.00/hour
Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Job Requisition#: 001035
Position open until filled

Physical Plant – Campus Services has a position for an Elevator Mechanic to engage in projects requiring the highly specialized skills of the elevator craft. Repair and maintain elevators, dumbwaiters, conveyors, and moving stages. Install, replace, maintain and repair electrical motors, wiring controls, alarms, lighting, mechanical and hydraulic mechanisms and devices typical of elevators and other type lifts. Work from drawings, prints, manuals, and verbal instructions. Select materials and devices. Perform complex electrical and hydraulic mechanical troubleshooting. Wire panels, switches, control boards, electronic circuit boards, motors, pumps and other mechanisms. Troubleshoot complex computer control devices and software control operating programs. Provide complex diagnostic and repair services for campus elevator and lift equipment in a timely and efficient manner.

Requirements: Completion of a formal elevator mechanic or electrical apprenticeship program or demonstrated high level elevator mechanic experience. Min 3 years as a journeyman mechanic. Certificate of certification from the Elevator Industry. Excellent communications skills, ability to read prints and work independently a must. Ability to lift 75 lbs., climb ladders, stairs and scaffolding. Must be able to respond to emergencies at all hours and work on call.
Valid CA driver’s license. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

This is a career appointment with full benefits.

Please apply at: Website: http://jobs.berkeley.edu/ or
UC Berkeley Employment Office
Room 7-G (Ground Floor)
2200 University Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94720
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.

Call customer service at 510/643-4443 for help with the electronic application process.

ELECTRICIAN 8195 - UC Berkeley

Salary: $29.10/hour - $5063.40/month
Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Job Requisition#: 002414
Review Begins: March 9, 2005 –
Positions open until filled

Physical Plant – Campus Services has (2) positions available and is looking for talented and experienced Facilities/Industrial Maintenance Electricians. The Campus consists of structures built from the early 1900’s to today’s high tech, energy efficient designs and offers a challenging variety of work in a beautiful setting.

The ideal applicants would have excellent mechanical skills and be familiar with a diverse range of systems and methods, including trouble-shooting, repairing and installing general electrical circuits, low-voltage lighting controls, electric motors, motor controls and retrofit conduit installations.

Under supervision, maintain repair and install electrical systems and components. Incumbent frequently participates in the design of assemblies, systems, equipment and/or controls electric or mechanical; work from drawings, single line schematics or verbal instruction and selects necessary materials to perform their duties

Requirements & Qualifications: Completion of a 4 year apprenticeship program (or equivalent) and 5 years as a Journeyman Electrician. Working knowledge of national, state and local electrical codes. Excellent communications skills, ability to read prints and work independently a must. Valid CA driver’s license. Ability to lift 75 lbs., climb ladders, stairs and scaffolding. Must be able to respond to emergencies at all hours and work on call.

This is a career appointment with full benefits.

Please apply at: Online – Website: http://jobs.berkeley.edu/ or
UC Berkeley Employment Office
Room 7-G (Ground Floor)
2200 University Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94720
Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.

Call customer service at 510/643-4443 for help with the electronic application process.

EBMUD Entry-Level Positions Available

The following entry-level, apprenticeship positions below (click on "Continue reading") are NOW open at East Bay Municipal Utility District. Get the details about how to apply and succeed at the March 16th Workshop at BACSIC -- see previous item, above.

Automotive Maintenance Worker I – performs a variety of duties in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of automobiles, light to heavy trucks, and similar vehicles in a central shop, at a remote job site, and/or from a lubrication service truck in the field.

Carpentry Worker I – performs a variety of sub-journey level general carpentry work in the repair, maintenance and alteration of wooden, steel, concrete, and related structures.

Electrical Worker I – performs a variety of sub-journey level maintenance, repair, and installation duties on electrical circuits, motors, controls, and equipment.

Heavy Equipment Maintenance Worker I – performs a variety of duties in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of various large trucks, heavy construction, and related field equipment in a central shop, at a remote job site, and/or from a lubrication service truck in the field.

Instrument Worker I – performs a variety of sub-journey level inspection, maintenance and repair of metering and recording instruments, controlling apparatus, data logging and display equipment, communications and telemetering systems.

Machining and Maintenance Worker I – performs a variety of mechanical maintenance and repair work on water treatment and distribution plant equipment in the shop and in field locations.

Plant Maintenance Worker I – performs a variety of mechanical maintenance and repair work on wastewater plant equipment; inspects and performs field preventive maintenance work on water treatment and distribution plant equipment.

Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee – performs a variety of routine cleaning, maintenance, and operational duties involved in the continuous operation of a large metropolitan wastewater treatment plant.

People selected for these classifications will enter into a 48-month trades training program. During this program, people are expected to learn knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to work in a specific trade. The training will include coursework, as well as on-the-job training. Satisfactory completion of the coursework and on-the-job training is mandatory. If at any time while in the program, a person does not perform adequately (fails coursework or cannot demonstrate proficiency of a required task), his/her employment will be terminated. If a person is successful in the program, he/she will be promoted to journey status.

FIELD OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR--Santa Clara Valley Water District

Watershed Business Management Unit
Watershed Operations Division
FINAL FILING DATE: Tuesday, April 5, 2005 by 5:00 p.m.

Job Code: 0610 Position Code: 0868
DUTIES: To administer Equipment Rental Contracts (ERC) and other field operations procurements for the District=s five watersheds (three Divisions) to maximize efficiency and minimize cost. This position is responsible for all aspects of the scheduling, acquiring and assigning of equipment and materials needed for field crews in the watershed operations; coordinating the preparation of procurement bid documents and purchase requests; monitoring performance of vendors and contractors with respect to related purchase orders, agreements and contracts; and coordinating the reuse and/or disposal of sediment generated from field operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Three years of responsible field construction, maintenance, or raw water distribution and groundwater recharge experience including one year of performing administrative responsibilities or providing lead direction on an ongoing or project basis and Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college level course work in engineering or a related field.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California drivers license may be required with determinations made on a case by case basis. Prior to appointment, candidates will be required to successfully pass a medical examination.
To review additional information including physical and environmental requirements of this job, please see the attached class specification.

SALARY: $6,200.37 - $7,554.56 per month - Based on a five-step salary plan
Includes District payment of 8% PERS - Public Employees= Retirement System
APPLY:
I. Application packages may be obtained by contacting the Santa Clara Valley Water District Recruitment and Examination Unit, 5750 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA 95118. Phone (408) 265-2607, extension 2085 (Job Hotline) or by visiting our website at: www.valleywater.org
II. An original signed District Employment Application, Supplemental Questionnaire and any other required documents (resumes recommended), must be received by the Recruitment and Examination Unit no later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Postmarks, facsimiles and electronic application packages will not be accepted.

FINAL FILING DATE: Tuesday, April 5, 2005 by 5:00 p.m.

SELECTION PROCESS: 1) The District Employment Application, Supplemental Questionnaire and any other required documents (resume recommended) will be evaluated for minimum qualifications. 2) Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will proceed to an application package appraisal assessment, which will be weighted 100%. 3) Candidates who best match the requirements of the position will be invited for an interview, which may include a performance and/or written exercise.
NOTE: An eligibility list may result from this examination process and may be used to fill future vacancies.

If this is a position which requires ongoing public contact, consideration will be given in the examination process to applicants who are fluent in speaking and/or writing other languages in addition to English in an effort to provide adequate and equitable services to all members of the Santa Clara County community.

The District=s Equal Opportunity Non-Discrimination Plan information is available for review upon request.

The Santa Clara Valley Water District will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources in advance of any special needs by calling (408) 265-2607 extension 2260.

Please be aware that, once submitted, all application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned. Personnel staff is not authorized to make copies of application materials for applicants.

PLUMBER AND STEAMFITTER APPRENTICESHIPS--PLUMBING AND PIPEFITTING INDUSTRY OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY

March 28, 2005 thru April 8, 2005
Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 159, Martinez, Ca

JOINT APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COMMITTEE
PLUMBERS AND STEAMFITTERS LOCAL 159
2005 APPLICANT INFORMATION

OCCUPATION: Plumber / Steamfitter Apprentice

LENGTH OF TRAINING: Five Years

AREA OF EMPLOYMENT: Contra Costa County

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

AGE: 18 years or older

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or Equivalent

NOTE: You must have your diploma or G.E.D. certificate with you when you apply. High school transcripts will be accepted, but must have a valid school seal.

IDENTIFICATION: A valid picture I.D. is required when applying. If accepted for apprenticeship, a valid California drivers license will be required for employment.

WHEN TO FILE APPLICATIONS:
Next application dates: March 28, 2005 thru April 8, 2005
Monday thru Friday : 8:00 to 10:00 A.M.
Additional hours: Tuesday and Thursday: 3:00 to 5:00 P.M.

WHERE TO FILE APPLICATIONS:
Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 159
1308 Roman Way
Martinez, Ca 94553
925-229-0883

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:
Written Test (Basic Math and Mechanical Reasoning Oral Interview)

Training Coordinator: Vince Radosevich

Workshop for Entry-Level Trades Apprenticeships Now Open at EBMUD

MARCH 16th from 10 AM to Noon.
East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) will host an Informational Workshop at Tradeswomen / BACSIC offices, 2485 West 14th Street, Oakland.

To reserve a space at the EBMUD Informational Workshop please RSVP to Karen Schortemeyer, Outreach Coordinator for Tradeswomen Inc. at 510-891-8773 X 315 or email
Karen@tradeswomen.org before March 14th.

At this workshop, you will:

- Learn about EBMUD’s application process for the Trades Worker Job Announcement

- Find out EBMUD’s Trades Training Program expectations

- Hear the perspectives of EBMUD employees working in the trades

Being prepared for the EBMUD Trade Workers Exam is strongly encouraged! You may prepare at the following locations:

Laney College: Prep for Vocational Testing Class, registration & class held in Building E, Room 255 the corner room, Monday & Wednesday’s from 6 to 9pm.

BACSIC: GED Prep Class with Alison Field, review math skills and reading comprehension for EBMUD exam on Tuesday & Thursday from 2 to 4pm Room “B” at 2485 West 14th St., Oakland. This class is limited to15 people.

To be eligible for the EBMUD Trades Training Program you must have your H.S. Diploma or GED, have a valid California driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record and possess the following attributes:

C Strong work ethic

C Ability to apply newly learned concepts/procedures

C Mechanically inclined

C Mathematical aptitude

C Problem solving ability

C Ability to work outside in various weather conditions

C Be physically fit with the ability to perform the job duties of the chosen trade

C To be able to work in tight confined conditions

C Be a team player

Dependable

Enthusiastic and highly motivated

Drug Free

Competition for these entry- level positions will be high. EBMUD is looking for only those people who are seriously interested in a career in construction. Please select your best-qualified candidates and inform them of this opportunity. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply!