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April 30, 2008
RAILCAR REPAIR APPRENTICE FOR RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA. JOB POSTING NUMBER CT21539
Job Description: RAILCAR REPAIR APPRENTICE FOR RICHMOND, CALIFORNIA. JOB POSTING NUMBER CT21539
Carmen Turner
Human Resources Manager
BNSF Railway
909/386-4173
All applicants will be notified by email regarding orientation, testing and interviews for this position. Please be sure to check your email on a daily basis.
Job will close on May 8, 2008.
BNSF is committed to a safe and drug free work place. All applicants are required to undergo a hair drug test which detects the presence of illegal drugs for months prior to testing.
Successful applicants may undergo additional drug testing, depending on the category of job worked. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping BNSF safe and drug free.
Unless you are a currently carded journeyperson within this craft, or can provide proof of time credit to be carded as a journeyperson, you will start at the entry level apprentice rate consistent with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Journeyman Carman rate: $23.04/hour. Employees receive annual benefit packages averaging $22,000.
Duties:
Inspect, build, and repair freight cars for compliance with AAR, FRA, and Company standards. Inspects car frames and car bodies for holes, cracks, and other defects.
Inspects all safety appliances including hand holds, sill steps, grab iron, brake platforms, running boards, etc. Inspects wheels to insure that rims treads, plate, hub axle, and bearing are in good repair.
Maintain, replace and/or repair air brake pipes, valves, gaskets, air hoses and other equipment as required. Inspects outlet gates on hopper cars and air dumps for defects and ensures they are properly secured.
Operates electrical and gas welding equipment to join a variety of metals and alloys; operates acetylene torches for cutting and/or shaping metal parts such as aluminum, cast iron, steel, bronze, etc.
Operates specialized off-highway motor vehicles including forklift trucks, mobile cranes, trackmobiles, and ship tractors.
Qualifications: Welding skills, both SMAW & TIG, gas torch cutting skills, metal fabrication, installation, and trim skills, finish carpentry and cabinetmaking woodworking skills, carpet, tile, and wall covering skills preferred.
Must work well within high performing teams. Commercial Driver's Class B License is preferred. Knowledge of AAR and FRA rules is preferred
The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for the position.
These general categories do not necessarily constitute an exhaustive list of duties of the position.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Job Skill Codes:
BKG: Mechanical
April 22, 2008
Apprenticeship Announcement UA Local 38
THE JOINT APPRENTICESHIP AND TRAINING COMMITTEE
OF THE PLUMBING AND PIPE FITTING INDUSTRY U.A. LOCAL 38
SAN FRANCISCO, MARIN-SONOMA, LAKE MENDOCINO
TO: ALL INTERESTED PARTIES
SUBJECT: APPLICATIONS FOR APPRENTICE PLUMBER, STEAMFITTER REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING MECHANIC
TERM: This Apprenticeship involves five (5) years on-the-job training and also includes two (2) evenings per week in attendance at related training instruction classes.
PROCEDURES FOR FILING APPLICATION - (read this entire announcement carefully) The Local 38 JATC will be accepting applications for entrance into the Apprentice Training Program.
The application period shall be Monday, June 2, 2008 through Friday, June 13, 2008, between 9:00 A.M. and 12:00 NOON. ONLY, excluding Saturday and Sunday.
During this application period, applications will be available for pick-up at 1623 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, and at 3473 Santa Rosa Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA. Also during this application period, applications will be available for download only at our website at www.ualocal38.org.
Completed applications must be filed at 1623 Market Street, San Francisco, CA only and must be filed during the application period stated above. Applications must be filed in person. Deadline for returning applications will be Friday, June 13,2008 at 12:00 Noon.
Testing Date: SATURDAY JUNE 14,2008
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
1. AGE: Applicants must be at least 17 years of age on the date of filing an application, and 18 or older to be indentured. A current, valid California Drivers License or Birth Certificate is required for identification and proof of age when making application. The ORIGINAL proof of identification must be presented for verification and a copy must be provided with your application.
2. EDUCATION: Applicants must be a High School graduate or equivalent. The Military transfer or discharge form DD-214 will be accepted as proof of education. The ORIGINAL High School diploma or high school equivalent (GED) certificate or Form DD-214 must be presented for verification and copies must be provided with your application.
3. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the Trade.
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET.
HOURLY WAGE: Starting wage is 40% of the Journeyman hourly rate of pay.
QUALIFYING TEST: Applicants who meet the above minimum requirements will be scheduled and notified to take a two part qualifying written test: Numerical Ability (basic math) and Mechanical Reasoning. Minimum passing score shall be a 70% composite grade.
Interview: Applicants successfully passing the qualifying written test will be scheduled for an oral interview by the JATC.
Eligibility: Upon completion of the oral interview, applicants will be evaluated based on their qualifying written test results and oral interview scoring. Applicants passing overall evaluation will be placed on a ranked and rated eligibility list (highest scorer down) for possible call-up when apprentices are to be taken into the program. Potential for acceptance and employment will be based on industry needs.
APPLICATION DOES NOT GUARANTEE EMPLOYMENT OR ACCEPTANCE INTO THIS PROGRAM.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM
JOSEPH P. MAZZOLA TRAINING CENTERS
April 20, 2008
OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
SAN FRANCISCO JOINT APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COMMITTEE
FOR THE ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY
OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
for the
4,000 HRS PRIOR EXPERIENCE APPLICATION
for the Electrician Apprenticeship (Inside Wiring)
4056 Mission Street • San Francisco, California 94112 • (415) 587 - 2500 www.sfelectricaltraining.com
For all basic information on the requirements for traditional application please see the OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
"Application for Examination" APPLICANTS WITH PRIOR ELECTRICAL EXPERIENCE:
Applications for the "4,000 hour prior Experience" will be available On the First & Third Tuesdays in July, 2008 between 2:30pm & 4:30pm
Only individuals present on these days and times, with all the required documents, will be allowed to apply.
To qualify for an Oral Interview and Placement Test, an applicant with prior electrical experience must complete an Application Form, have a minimum of four thousand (4,000) hours of substantiated electrical construction work experience (see 3 below), and meet the following basic requirements:
1 - Applicants must provide Photo Identification, such as a driver's license, D.M.V.
Identification Card, or Passport
2 - Must be a High School graduate with a diploma or the eauivalent, at time of application. Proof of diploma or it is equivalent, must be presented in ENGLISH* when filing application. In lieu of a high school diploma, or its equivalent, show proof of a two-year Associate Degree or Higher.
3 - Provide to the JATC proper, undisputable documentation that defines their experience in the electrical construction industry. This documentation must be comprised of official documents such as tax/payroll records, notarized letters of experience confirmation and sworn statements.
Substantiated Electrical Construction work. experience consists of working for a Cl0 Electrical Contractor and working on and performing installations of 110 volts and/or higher
4- Applicants must have a valid California Driver's License at time of Indenture
5 - Applicants who are selected for indenture will be scheduled for a placement test to establish On-The-Job Credit and the appropriate period for related instruction within the Apprenticeship Program.
6 - Applicants who are selected for indenture shall take a required internet-based, SFJATC approved Algebra course before attending mandatory related instructions
All "4,000 hour prior experience" applicant documentation shall be reviewed by the SFJATC Committee for approval.
7 - Must attend classes as required by the San Francisco Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
8 - Must abide by standards adopted by the San Francisco Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
9 - Those who are selected for indenture will be subject to comprehensive drug testing before job placement
* Non-English Diplomas and lor transcripts must be translated and notarized with the embossed notary seal.
Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
Note: the list of eligible applicants, in compliance with the "California Plan" will expire 24 months following the adoption.
The recruitment, selection, employment and training of apprentices during their apprenticeship, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex or age-except the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement.
The JATC does not and will not discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability because of the disability of such individual.
The sponsor will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship program as required under applicable law and lawful regulations issued there-under.
Applicants selected for indenture will be subject to comprehensive drug testing before job placement.
Applicants who meet all basic requirements will be interviewed by the JA TC.
Apprentices will be selected in order of their final ranking.
OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
SAN FRANCISCO JOINT APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COMMITTEE FOR THE ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY
HELMETS TO HARDHATS APPLICATION
For the Electrician Apprenticeship (Inside Wiring)
4056 Mission Street San Francisco, California 94112 (415) 587- 2500 www.sfelectricaltraining.com
For all basic information on the requirements for traditional application please see the OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT - "Application for Examination"
Applications for the "Helmets to Hardhats Experience" will be available:
On the First & Third Tuesdays in July, 2008 between 2:30om & 4:30om
Only individuals present on these days and times, with all the required documents, will be allowed to apply
A military veteran who completed military technical training school in a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) applicable to the electrical construction trade (as determined by the JATC), and can document a minimum of two (2) years of military experience in that MOS, will qualify for an oral interview by the JATC to be considered along with other qualified applicants.
Note: meeting this qualification allows the applicant to be interviewed during the normal selection process - this is NOT a form of direct entry.
If selected under this provision, the JATC will determine, using standard means of evaluation and experience, if OJT and/or related instruction credit will be awarded for previous training and experience. All post selection requirements remain in force. To qualify under this provision, applicants must.
A - Complete an application form, accurately responding to all questions and
items including A Complete an application form, accurately responding to all questions and items including statements indicating that they are:
1-Physically and mentally able to safely perform or learn to safely perform essential functions of the job either with or without reasonable accommodations.
2-Able to get to and from work at job sites anywhere within the geographical area that this apprenticeship program covers.
3-Able and willing to attend all related classroom training as required to complete their apprenticeship.
4-Able to climb and work from ladders, scaffolds, poles and towers of various heights.
5-Able to crawl and work in confined spaces such as attics, manholes and crawlspaces.
6-Able to read, hear and understand instructions and warnings.
B - Have previous military work experience in the identified MOS as stipulated above.
C - Provide reliable documentation and adequate verification (which shall be recorded and securely filed in the applicant's file) to substantiate previous military training and experience, in order to qualify for interview under this provision.
D - Applicants must provide Photo Identification, such as a driver's license, D.M.V. Identification
Card, or Passport.
E - Applicants must have a valid California Driver's License at time of Indenture.
F - Must attend classes as required by the San Francisco Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
G - Must abide by standards adopted by the San Francisco Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
H -Those who are selected for indenture will be subject to comprehensive drug testing before job placement.
* Non-English Diplomas and /or transcripts must be translated and notarized with the embossed notary seal.
Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
Note: the list of eligible applicants, in compliance with the "California Plan" will expire 24 months following the adoption.
The recruitment, selection, employment and training of apprentices during their apprenticeship, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex or age-except the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement.
The JATC does not and will not discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability because of the disability of such individual.
The sponsor will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship program as required under applicable law and lawful regulations issued there-under.
Applicants selected for indenture will be subject to comprehensive drug testing before job placement.
Applicants who meet all basic requirements will be interviewed by the JATC.
Apprentices will be selected in order of their final ranking.
Corporate Point Project # 2678
Corporate Point Project # 2678 In the County of Los Angeles
Our Corporate Point project, located in Los Angeles, CA will be starting in May 2008 and will last approximately 4 weeks.
We will be employing Laborers and Operators on this project. We have collected bargaining agreements with Southern California Council of Laborers' Local 300 and Operating Engineers' Local 12.
Our obligation is to ensure the union locals have a diverse pool in the inventory from which Blois Construction, Inc. and other union contractors can recruit.
Therefore, we are informing you to send applicants who are interested in these trades to Joyce Barger, Equal Opportunity Officer, at (805) 656-1432 Ext. 37.
Blois Construction is an equal employment opportunity, drug and alcohol free employer and has a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or handicap.
This policy applies to all areas of employment policies and practices, but not limited to hiring, promotion, termination, and wage rate.
Phone 805 656-1432 FAX 805 485-0338 www.bloisconstruction.com
Main Office: 3201 Sturgis Road, Oxnard, CA 93030
Mailing: PO. Box 672, Oxnard, CA 93032-0672
Blois Constructions, Inc
General Engineering Contractors License No. A256065
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Joyce Barger
Human Resource Manager
Civil Engineer
$6,165 - $7,800
The Job: Under general direction, perform difficult and responsible professional civil engineering work in the field and office; may act as resident engineer on very large or complex construction projects; may supervise subordinate professional and sub-professional engineering personnel engaged in such work; and perform related duties as required.
Requirements:
Three (3) years of professional level experience as a registered engineer.
Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License. (Must respond to field emergencies and inspections in County pick-up.)
Requirements: Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers,
PLUS
Three (3) years of professional level experience as a registered engineer.
Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License. (Must respond to field emergencies and inspections in County pick-up.)
Apply by: 4/25/08
APPLY ONLINE: WWW.SANTACRUZCOUNTYJOBS.COM
OR CONTACT PUBLIC WORKS RECRUITMENT HOTLINE: 831-454-2351
Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The County of Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Assistant in Civil Engineering
County of Santa Cruz
Department of Public Works
701 Ocean Street Room 410
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
5,169 - 6,044
The Job: Under general supervision, perform professional field and office engineering work which includes design and construction of roads, bridges, sanitation, sewage, drainage, water and other public works facilities; to review less complex engineering plans and specifications and land development projects prepared by professional consultants; and do other work as required.
Requirements:
Completion of the Engineer-in- Training portion of the examination for Registration as a Civil Engineer in the State of California.
AND
One year of experience performing the duties comparable to a Junior Civil Engineer in Santa Cruz County.
OR
Graduation from college with a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited curriculum in civil engineering.
Must Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License.
Last Day to Apply: 4/25/08
APPLY ONLINE: WWW.SANTACRUZCOUNTYJOBS.COM OR
CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS RECRUITMENT HOTLINE: 831-454-2351
Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The County of Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
April 10, 2008
Associate Civil Engineer
County of Santa Cruz
Department of Public Works
701 Ocean Street Room 410
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
$5,593 - $7,077
The Job:
Under direction, perform a variety of professional field and office engineering work which includes planning, design, and construction of roads, bridges, sanitation, sewage, drainage, water, refuse disposal, and other public works facilities; to review engineering plans and specifications and land development projects prepared by professional consultants; and do other work as required.
Reqirements: Possession of a valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
PLUS Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to an Assistant Civil Engineer in Santa Cruz County. Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License.
Apply by: 4/25/08
APPLY ONLINE:
WWW.SANTACRUZCOUNTYJOBS.COM OR
CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS RECRUITMENT HOTLINE:
831-454-2351
Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The County of Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Junior in Civil Engineering
Country of Santa Cruz DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
Last Day to Apply: April 25, 200
Junior in CIVIL ENGINEERING
$4,515 - $5,283/Month
Junior in Civil Engineering is the entry level class in the professional engineering series. Incumbents perform office and field engineering assignments as a trainee working under the guidance of a professional engineer or a technical expert.
Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree OR Completion of the Engineer-in-Training portion of the examination for Registration as a Civil Engineer
Must Possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver's License
Apply by: 4/25/08
APPLY ONLINE AT: WWW.SANTACRUZCOUNTYJOBS.COM OR
CONTACT THE PUBLIC WORKS RECRUITMENT HOTLINE AT: 831-454-2351
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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Helper/Driver
SUMMARY: Accountable for the efficient and effective operation of assigned vehicle, the consistent application of safety and operational procedures, and maintenance of good customer relations throughout all applicable service areas.
QUALILFICATIONS: Must possess a valid Class B driver license (with air brake endorsement). 1-2 years related experience. Knowledge of safety practices and applicable waste regulation required.
Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors and customers. Able to read, write and speak English with sufficient skill to understand directions. Ability to communicate on a two-way radio.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may be assigned. Performs daily routine safety checks, and pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicle.
Ensures all safety measures appropriate for operation of assigned vehicle are consistently and efficiently applied.
Operates vehicle in all assigned service areas in a timely and efficient manner. Picks up all assigned garbage and refuse that is set out according to normal operating procedures and report any violations to the office or crew leader. Ensures hazardous materials are not accepted, as able.
Assures materials being transported comply within the legal load limits. Reports all accidents and/or safety violations to the appropriate authority and in a timely manner.
Maintain support of good customer relations and positively influences the community’s perception of the Company throughout all applicable service areas.
If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to:
Golden Gate Disposal & Recycling Company
Attn: Barbara Muñoz
900 Seventh Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
Fax: (415) 553-2950
Email: bmunoz@goldengatedisposal.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
Building Maintenance Worker/Senior Custodian
Marin County
Excellent opportunities for team players in the following positions:
Building Maintenance Worker I/II
$3,941-$4,303/Month (BMWI)
$4,490-$4,903/Month (BMWII)
Experience equivalent to one year (BMWI) or two years (BMWII) of
recent full-time experience in general building maintenance work or
in appropriate trades or crafts. Successful candidates must possess
valid Class C Calif Driver License.
Senior Custodian
$3,455 - $3,791/Month
Experience equivalent to two years of recent full-time custodial
experience in commercial building and/or facilities.
Candidates for all positions must be available to work night shifts,
weekends, and holidays and will be required to successfully complete
a background investigation including fingerprinting and criminal
history evaluation.
We are always searching for individuals who are
enthusiastic about their work and are committed to delivering
excellence in serving the constituents of Marin.
Apply by 05/09/08 at 5:00 PM. County application and supplemental form required.
If you would like to be part of our team, apply online at http://
www.co.marin.ca.us/Jobs or contact the Human Resources Dept., Room
403, 3501 Civic Center Dr., San Rafael, CA 94903 or call (415) 499-6104.
EEO/AAE/TTY.