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February 21, 2008

Building Operating Engineer - City of Los Angeles

ANNUAL SALARY: $71,973 - $74,144 (flat-rated) Most positions may
require night and weekend work. Candidates willing to work various
shifts are especially desired. Higher salaries are paid for shift work.

DUTIES:
A Building Operating Engineer operates, monitors, and performs
maintenance on high pressure gas or oil fired boilers, gas or steam
turbines, energy recovery boilers and heat exchangers, other heating
systems, and their auxiliaries in supplying steam or high temperature
hot water for space heating and similar purposes; operates, monitors,
and performs maintenance on large tonnage capacity chillers used for
air-conditioning, including all auxiliary related equipment such as
condensers, cooling towers, pumps, performs water treatment tests and
analysis; monitors and maintains other building service equipment;
operates and programs computer based building automation systems,
trouble-shoot program control sequence of operation, operates and
maintains various types of refrigeration and air conditioning air
handling units, operates and monitors computer based lighting control
systems; and tests and monitors fire life and safety alarm systems.

REQUIREMENTS:
A valid unlimited steam engineer's license issued by the Department of
Building and Safety of the City of Los Angeles is required at the time
of filing.

NOTES:
1. Candidates must list their unlimited steam engineer's license and
date in the Special Licenses section of the application.
2. A valid universal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certificate
is required prior to appointment pursuant to Section 608 of the Clean
Air Act.
3. All positions at the Los Angeles World Airports require a turbine
endorsement issued by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety
prior to the completion of probation.

HOW TO APPLY:
APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON THE CITY APPLICATION FORM. The
complete job bulletin is available on the City of Los Angeles Personnel
Department’s website at http://www.lacity.org. You may apply on-line
at https://personline.lacity.org/job_app/, or you may download a paper
application at http://www.lacity.org/per/appform.htm and send it by
mail. Applications must be received by THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2008.

Johnnath Deth
City of Los Angeles - Personnel Department, Recruitment Services
700 E. Temple Street, Room 100
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 473-9365 Office
(213) 473-9324 Fax
jonnath.deth@lacity.org

Posted by Tradeswomen at 08:34 PM

February 12, 2008

GAS PIPELINE WELDER/LAYOUT FITTER

SALARY RANGE:
Grades I - II: $1,797.76 to $2,442.96 Biweekly
$3,909.00 to $5,311.00 Monthly

Applications may be obtained in the Civil Service Department beginning Friday, February 1, 2008 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Filing will remain open until current vacancies are filled. Filing may close without further notice.

Vacancy information: There are currently 3 vacancies in the Pipeline Construction/Maintenance Division of the Gas and Oil Department.

Apply online: www.longbeach.gov/civilservice

Apply to:
City of Long Beach
Civil Service Commission 333 W. Ocean Blvd., 7th Floor
Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone: (562) 570-6202

Working Together To Serve An Equal Opportunity Employer

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE:
1. A valid Gas Pipeline Welder (ASME Section IX or API 1104) Certification (proof required)* AND one-year of journey-level experience welding pipelines that must include pipe layout fitter experience. OR

2. One-year journey level experience welding pipelines AND a Certificate of Completion from a recognized apprenticeship as a Pipe Fitter*.

A valid motor vehicle operator's license and current DMV driving record must be submitted to the hiring department at time of selection interview. Willingness to work weekends, nights, holidays and overtime as required. Availability to respond to emergency calls on a 24-hour basis. Must comply with the Long Beach Gas and Oil Anti-Drug Program as required by the Department of Transportation regulations. If appointed, candidates will be required to complete the Department of Transportation certification during probationary period and re-certification annually.

* Applications will not be processed until all required proofs are received. Any required proofs, such as certificates, diplomas, licenses, or transcripts, must be received in the Civil Service Department by close of filing.

Performance examinations will be scheduled periodically throughout the filing period. If you do not receive notification, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.

Posted by Tradeswomen at 11:16 PM

CITY OF OAKLAND

LIONEL J. WILSON BUILDING 150 FRANK H. OGAWA PLAZA, 2ND FLOOR OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA 94612-2019

Office of Personnel TDD (510) 238-6930
Employment & Classification Division
Dear Oakland Community Member:


The City of Oakland needs volunteers to help select future Fire Fighters. We are in the process of selecting individuals to fill the position of Firefighter Trainee with the Oakland Fire Department (OFD). Community participation as members of the interview panel, along with members of the OFD Executive Staff and Officers, has been an effective way to ensure that the oral examination process is fair and consistent.


All we need is your commitment of time! Thorough Interview training, a light
breakfast, lunch and parking will be provided for panelists each day.

We need volunteers to participate in mandatory training on March 3rd and to conduct interviews from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day on the dates listed below:


Monday, March 3, 2008 (Assessor Orientation & Training 8:00AM -12:00PM) Monday, March 3, 2008 (Interviews begin at 1:00PM)
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Friday, March 7,2008

Interested Oakland residents must be voting age and can participate a minimum of two full days from 8:00AM - 5:00PM, and unrelated by blood or marriage to any of the candidates.

While training is mandatory for all on March 3, 2008, you can identify interview dates based on your availability! Select anyone or more of the days listed above that you can volunteer and know that your time is valued and your contribution appreciated. (Note: City employees need to obtain permission from your supervisor to participate.)

This is a great opportunity to make a difference in the Oakland community and contribute to the future success of the Oakland Fire Department. If you are interested in serving as an interview panelist or know someone else who might be, please contact me immediately at (510) 238-4480 or or at lswalker@oaklandnet.com. Please respond by February 18, 2008. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration.

Lisa S. Thomas
Senior Human Resource Analyst
Office of Personnel Resource Management

Posted by Tradeswomen at 10:43 PM

TRAFFIC PAINTER

Open Recruitment: All qualified individuals may apply
Closing Date: February 22, 2008 at 5:00 pm
Salary/ Work Week: $28.32-$34.77 per hour, 40-hour work week
Civil Service Status: Classified (job code TR185)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION
Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable.

EDUCATION: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Completion of an accredited apprenticeship programs in building trades may be substituted for four years experience.

EXPERIENCE: Four years of experience in painting a variety of surfaces and equipment.

THE POSITION: The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill one Traffic Painter vacancy in the Public Works Agency. Under direct supervision from a Public Works Supervisor I, the incumbent will perform maintenance painting duties including surface preparation and painting of traffic markings on public right-of-way and facilities.

HOW TO APPLY
City of Oakland application documents may be obtained in person or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope and request to the Office of Personnel, 150 Frank H, Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019 You may also call (510) 238-3112 for information.

You may access a copy of the City's announcement and a Microsoft Word or PDF version of the employment application at the following Internet address: www.oaklandnet.com. Click on "City Jobs" to view current openings or access the employment application.

DATE OF EXAM: TO BE ANNOUNCED

The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. Please read the City of Oakland's Employment Information Pamphlet, which can be viewed online, prior to applying for a position at the City of Oakland.


Posted by Tradeswomen at 09:17 PM

February 04, 2008

TRANSFER TRUCK DRIVER

$4,193-$5,292/Month
Apply by: February 22, 2008

COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

Apply on line at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com
or call 831-454-2351

Special Requirements: California Class A driver license with a Tanker Vehicle endorsement.

THE JOB: A Transfer Truck Driver for the County Santa Cruz is responsible for the care and operation of a truck tractor and trailer and the transportation of refuse from a transfer station to a land fill site location. A Hazardous Materials endorsement maybe required for some positions. Incumbents are required to work weekends and holidays.

COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ
Department of Public Works
701 Ocean Street, Room 410
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The County of Santa Cruz Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted by Tradeswomen at 07:41 PM