What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aquatics and Pumps Maintenance Specialist position at City of San Ramon?
Definition
Under supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled troubleshooting, maintenance, modification, and repair work in assigned maintenance operations areas such as parks, aquatic pools, splash pads and participatory fountains; maintains complex systems and performs specialized work on systems and facilities such as aquatic centers, vehicle and electrical systems; and performs related work as required.
The Ideal Candidate Will
Receives general supervision from an assigned Maintenance Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction as needed.
Class Characteristics
This is the advanced-journey level of the field maintenance class series utilized in the City's Public Works Department. Incumbents are primarily responsible for performing skilled work in a specific area of expertise requiring special licenses and/or certification. Assignments may be department-wide or restricted to a specific facility, park, or section and incumbents may be assigned to both monitor and coordinate installation, maintenance, and repair work in their occupational specialty and to perform general trade and maintenance activities as a crew member under direction of a Maintenance Coordinator or Maintenance Supervisor. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Coordinator in that the latter is responsible for coordinating public services maintenance projects and acts as lead person for field maintenance crews.
Typical Duties
The work assignments of different positions may be modified or changed. Reasonable accommodations may be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Principles, practices, tools, and materials for assigned maintenance operations areas such as electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, pool, splash pads, participatory fountains and filtration systems; the operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and light to heavy power equipment; operational characteristics of specialized public works maintenance and repair equipment; occupational hazards and safety equipment and practices related to the work; applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility; basic mathematics; safe driving rules and practices; modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and basic software; principles and procedures of record-keeping and reporting; and techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
Perform skilled construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work on assigned municipal infrastructure, facilities, systems, and/or appurtenances; operate specialized construction and maintenance, light to heavy vehicles and equipment; troubleshoot maintenance problems and determine materials and supplies required for repair; read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, maps, and specifications; safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and equipment required for the work; perform routine equipment maintenance; maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed; follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties; understand and follow oral and written instructions; make accurate arithmetic calculations; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines; use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone or radio, and in writing use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines; and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
AND
Three (3) years of semi-skilled maintenance work experience.
Licenses and Certifications
The City of San Ramon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at hr@sanramon.ca.gov.
Under supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled troubleshooting, maintenance, modification, and repair work in assigned maintenance operations areas such as parks, aquatic pools, splash pads and participatory fountains; maintains complex systems and performs specialized work on systems and facilities such as aquatic centers, vehicle and electrical systems; and performs related work as required.
The Ideal Candidate Will
- Maintain and repair complex systems and maintain records.
- Inspect contractor’s work and inspect existing and new City infrastructure in regard to pumps, motors, pools, and fountain infrastructure.
- Install, maintain, repair equipment, and ensure proper operation.
- Be required to service, overhaul, repair and replace motors, pumps, filters, piping, check valves, copper and PVC piping and water storage.
- Have expertise and certification in water quality testing and proper chemical application and adjustments is required.
- Perform electrical work in connection with pumps, motors, lighting, pool and fountain controls.
- Survey proposed installations to determine feasibility and provide cost estimates.
- Implement safe and proper working procedures including the use of common hand and power tools.
- Be required to work an alternating schedule of weekend work, emergency call outs, and some holidays.
- Be able to start work at 4:00 a.m., per department scheduling requirements.
Receives general supervision from an assigned Maintenance Supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction as needed.
Class Characteristics
This is the advanced-journey level of the field maintenance class series utilized in the City's Public Works Department. Incumbents are primarily responsible for performing skilled work in a specific area of expertise requiring special licenses and/or certification. Assignments may be department-wide or restricted to a specific facility, park, or section and incumbents may be assigned to both monitor and coordinate installation, maintenance, and repair work in their occupational specialty and to perform general trade and maintenance activities as a crew member under direction of a Maintenance Coordinator or Maintenance Supervisor. This class is distinguished from the Maintenance Coordinator in that the latter is responsible for coordinating public services maintenance projects and acts as lead person for field maintenance crews.
Typical Duties
The work assignments of different positions may be modified or changed. Reasonable accommodations may be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
- Troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs complex systems and equipment in one or more areas of assignment such as electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, pool, splash pads, participatory fountains and filtration systems.
- Maintains records of installation, maintenance, and repair orders to track activities ensuring work is documented and on file; prepares status reports for projects.
- Inventories and orders supplies, parts, equipment and materials for projects and programs including determining appropriate supplies and materials and locating vendors; maintains adequate supply levels and inventory controls.
- Inspects contractor's work and monitors underground utilities ensuring that work is in compliance with specifications, standards, and time lines.
- Inspects City facilities, grounds, infrastructure, equipment, and vehicles to ensure proper maintenance and safety standards are being met; takes or recommends corrective actions as necessary.
- Coordinates projects related to installation, maintenance, and repair work within area of assigned duties including planning and scheduling work and equipment; may provide project lead direction to staff in technical areas of assignment
- Responds to emergencies and call-outs as required; coordinates and monitors work of staff in areas of expertise to effect repairs and ensure the safety of the community.
- Operates specialized equipment and vehicles in areas of specialization such as boom truck, electrical testing devices, aerial platform, power tools, welder, vehicle diagnostic equipment, air compressor and spray truck.
- Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
- Assists in preparing and monitoring project and program budgets including tracking expenditures and seeking quotes for services and capital equipment.
- Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Principles, practices, tools, and materials for assigned maintenance operations areas such as electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems, pool, splash pads, participatory fountains and filtration systems; the operation and minor maintenance of a variety of hand and power tools, vehicles, and light to heavy power equipment; operational characteristics of specialized public works maintenance and repair equipment; occupational hazards and safety equipment and practices related to the work; applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility; basic mathematics; safe driving rules and practices; modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and basic software; principles and procedures of record-keeping and reporting; and techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.
Ability to:
Perform skilled construction, modification, maintenance, and repair work on assigned municipal infrastructure, facilities, systems, and/or appurtenances; operate specialized construction and maintenance, light to heavy vehicles and equipment; troubleshoot maintenance problems and determine materials and supplies required for repair; read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, maps, and specifications; safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and equipment required for the work; perform routine equipment maintenance; maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed; follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties; understand and follow oral and written instructions; make accurate arithmetic calculations; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines; use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone or radio, and in writing use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines; and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
AND
Three (3) years of semi-skilled maintenance work experience.
Licenses and Certifications
- Must possess and maintain a valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
- The persons hired into this class are required to have the following or are willing and able to obtain the certifications by the end of the probation period.
- Have a minimum of three years of experience in aquatics/pumps.
- Completion of college level coursework and/or certification in electricity /electronics by an accredited Community College, trade apprenticeship, or trade school.
- Possess a certificate in pump and motor maintenance such as that offered by American Trainco and ACE Motors.
- Possess a hydraulic pump certification; and
- Possess a welding certification.
Additional Information:
Physical Demands
Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, to climb and descend ladders, to operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various City sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 100 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
Environmental Elements
Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
Working Conditions
Will be required to be on-call and to work various shifts or emergencies on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
FLSA: NON-EXEMPT
EFFECTIVE: JULY 2024
Interested individuals must apply online include a comprehensive resume. The most qualified candidates, as determined by initial screening of applications, will be invited to an oral board interview tentatively scheduled for Mid-February 2025. The eligibility list will be established from the interview process. Individuals on the eligibility list may be asked to participate in a second round of interviews based on specific individual qualifications and the City's needs. The eligibility list will remain in effect for one (1) year for potential future vacancies.
The City of San Ramon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at hr@sanramon.ca.gov.
Information contained herein, including the recruitment process, is subject to change without notice.
Salary : $82,554 - $103,180
