Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered UNDERGROUND UTILITY SERVICE LOCATOR OPEN HUMAN RESOURCES ~ 300 FIRST STREET, WOODLAND, CA 95695 ~ PH (530) 661-5811 ~ FAX (530) 661-5813 Posting Date: September 5, 2017 Final Filing Date: September 18, 2017 THE CITY OF WOODLAND INVITES YOUR APPLICATION FOR UNDERGROUND UTILITY SERVICE LOCATOR - FT Salary: $3,944.42 - $4,914.34/ mo. plus Excellent Benefits THE POSITION Performs a variety of complex and skilled work; accurately locating, marking, and mapping of all underground City assets; maintains and updates the Public Works Department Maintenance Management System (MMS) for Water, Recycled Water, Wastewater, Storm/Sewer Collection, Communications Fiber, and Electrical Utilities; uses and operates electronic locating and global positioning satellite (GPS) equipment and a wide variety of hand tools; and, performs other related work as required. The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy in the Public Works Department, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate for this position will have knowledge of locating municipality underground utilities, experience using a host of locating devices, understanding of maintenance management systems software, and possess basic computer software skills. Additionally, this candidate will need a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently, have strong written and oral communication skills, as well as exceptional customer service skills. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs accurate field locations of all assets, including water, recycled water, wastewater, storm/sewer collection, communications fiber, street lighting, traffic signals and fiber optics, within the tolerances set forth by the presiding Underground Service Alert enforcement agency using electronic location equipment, maps, and construction as-built drawings. Interprets maps and drawings to determine alignment and depth of existing City infrastructure. Meets and confers with representatives of utility companies, contractors, developers, public agencies, and the general public for the purpose of field utility locations. Maintains and updates maps and MMS with accurate location measurements of City infrastructure. Conducts walk-through inspections to ensure location of utilities meet City standards and specifications. Operates and maintains vehicles, electronic locating equipment, and a wide variety of hand tools related to locating City infrastructure. Collect location information using a global positioning satellite receiver. Download collected data as necessary. Operate devices such as plotters, printers, digital cameras, and scanners. Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required. Installs street barricades and cones and controls traffic around work to ensure safe conditions for the general public and City staff. Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions. Maintains
accurate manual and computerized logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used; prepares reports as required. Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification. Responds to emergency situations in off-hours as required. Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position, in that Employee must be present to work on facilities and equipment impacting the public s health and safety. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS May need to serve in a standby status. Work independently. Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Classes in computer technology or geography is a plus. Courses in, or graduation from, the American Public Works Association s (APWA) Public Works Institute is desirable. Experience: One (1) year of experience performing tasks comparable to those of a GIS Technician or USA Locator Technician, preferably in a large organization or municipal government; OR One (1) year of work experience in Underground Utilities; OR One (1) year of experience in construction, and the ability to read blue prints and other drawings. Grade II Wastewater Collection and/or Water Distribution System is desirable. Technical training or experience in utilizing GIS Software a plus. License or Certificate: Required upon hire, possession of a California Driver s License. Must complete Work Zone Safety certification issued by the International Municipal Signal Association or Department approved equal, First Aid, Underground Service Alert (USA) Training, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Forklift certifications prior to permanent appointment. APPLICATION Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.org/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2 nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695 by 5:00 p.m., Monday, September 18, 2017. Supplemental questionnaire must be submitted with application by the final filing date to be considered. Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted. Review Process: Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven days prior to the event.
Panel interview tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, September 27, 2017. BENEFITS Salary (current): $3,944.42 - $4,914.34/ mo. Salary (Jan 2018): $3,983.86 - $5,084.53/ mo. Future COLAs: July 2018 (2%) and Jan 2019 (1%) Retirement: CalPERS Retirement system (2% @60 Formula for current CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 Formula for new CalPERS members) The City does not participate in social security Deferred Comp: Choice of deferred compensation plans Medical: CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs and PPOs City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance Dental/Vision: City paid Delta Dental and Medical Eye Services LTD/STD: City paid wage protection for long/short term disabilities Life Insurance: City provides $50,000 life insurance policy Supplemental Benefits: Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer and Accident Only insurances, and Flexible Spending Accounts available Vacation: 6.7 hours per month during first three (3) years of service Holidays: 12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays) Sick Leave: 8 hours per month Bilingual Pay: $200 per month upon certification Professional Growth: $625 per year towards additional education or professional activities The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer
UNDERGROUND UTILITY SERVICE LOCATOR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE The purpose of this supplemental application is to obtain enough job-related information to select the best qualified applicants to continue in the selection process. Completion of this form is a required part of the selection process and must be submitted with your employment application by the final filing date. Candidates who do not complete this supplemental application will be eliminated from further consideration. Content, clarity and completeness of answers are factors which will be considered in the evaluation process. Omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. Please limit your responses to no more than one page per question and do not provide any additional information or materials other than the information requested herein. Attach the answers to this supplemental application and number each answer accordingly. Please answer the following questions: 1. Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent? 2. Do you possess at least one (1) year of experience performing tasks comparable to those of a GIS Technician or USA Locator Technician, preferably in a large organization or municipal government? 3. Do you possess at least one (1) year of work experience in Underground Utilities? 4. Do you possess at least one (1) year of experience in construction, and the ability to read blue prints and other drawings? 5. Have you completed coursework or graduated from the American Public Works Association s Public Works Institute? If yes, please provide dates of coursework and/or graduation. 6. Do you possess a Grade II Wastewater Collection (C2) certification? 7. Do you possess a Grade II Water Distribution (D2) Certification? 8. Do you have Technical training or experience in utilizing GIS Software? (continued on next page)
9. Please describe your experience with utility service locating, including: a) Type of infrastructure you have located b) Type of locating equipment used c) Type of service locating training you have completed 10. Please describe your experience using maintenance management software, including: a) Type of software used b) Level of software familiarity/proficiency (i.e. basic, intermediate, advanced) c) When/where you gained this competency --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I certify that the information I have provided is accurate and completed to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment with the City of Woodland. NAME (Please Print): DATE: SIGNATURE: