The Position

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles of supervisory responsibilities and training methods
• Methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of underground pipelines, lift stations, electrical, pneumatic, and/or hydraulic pumps, and/or various wastewater treatment plant systems including complex mechanical, instrumentation/control and electrical systems
• Safety precautions and practices necessary in working with hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles
• Standard computer operations and designated software utilized for tracking, documentation, planning and scheduling purposes
• Operation, maintenance, repair and construction of District’s wastewater collection and/or treatment systems
• Procurement policies, practices, and procedures to include appropriate bidding processes for public agencies
• Principles and practices of safety management and safe working processes
• Principles of estimating costs and expenditures and monitoring budgets
• Principles and practices of staff planning, utilization, scheduling, and training in order to efficiently coordinate the use of staff resources
• Principles and practices of coordinating, monitoring, and inspecting the work of contractors
• Applicable federal, state and local regulations, laws, and guidelines related to wastewater collection and/or treatment plant systems and operations
• Designated specialized computer software utilized for tracking, data collection and analysis, planning and scheduling

• Plan, organize, supervise and/or direct the work processes of others, either employees or contractors
• Understand, interpret and apply applicable department and district policies, procedures, and operational standards related to wastewater collection and/or treatment systems maintenance and operations
• Understand, interpret, and follow both verbal and written directions in an effective manner
• Operate a computer and designated software to record data, prepare reports, and perform a variety of research and information collection
• Utilize a designated and specialized maintenance tracking, planning and scheduling software system(s)
• Understand and interpret designated computer maintenance program printouts and input to determine the most appropriate and cost effective course of action
• Read, understand and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical instructions, specifications, and geographic printouts and maps in an effective manner
• Understand and interpret a variety of technical and specialized information as supplied by equipment manufacturers, engineers, and consultants
• Communicate clearly, concisely and courteously with co-workers, other employees, vendors, and the general public in both verbal and written forms
• Perform mathematical calculations to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties
• Design effective and cost efficient job plans; analyze and determine the appropriate resources to be utilized, coordinate and manage appropriate resources for safe and effective completion of work orders and projects

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Either: 1. Two years of experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Planner Scheduler II or performing supervisory duties over maintenance and operations, electrical, control systems, engineering, or engineering technician work performing duties related to the repair, maintenance inspection, cleaning, construction, and/or operation of the underground pipeline systems and lift stations or wastewater treatment plant systems.
Or: 2. Three years of experience employed by the County of Sacramento in the class of Sanitation District Maintenance and Operations Senior Technician, Senior Water Quality Control Systems Technician, or Stationary Engineer II, or above performing duties related to the repair, maintenance, inspection, cleaning, construction, and/or operation of the underground pipeline systems and lift stations or wastewater treatment plant systems.
Or: 3. Four years of experience in an industrial, construction, or governmental setting as a Planner Scheduler – researching, planning, and coordinating a variety of resources for maintenance activities and projects, scheduling the acquisition and delivery of resources and monitoring the effectiveness of resources and their utilization during the course of the project.
Or: 4. A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, Project Management, or other field closely related to the intent of the class and either (1) Three years of experience in an industrial, construction, or governmental setting as a Planner Scheduler researching, planning, and coordinating a variety of resources for maintenance activities and projects, scheduling the acquisition and delivery of resources and monitoring the effectiveness of resources and their utilization during the course of the project or (2) Three years of experience supervising employees performing work related to the repair, maintenance, inspection, cleaning, construction, and/or operation of underground pipeline systems and lift stations or wastewater treatment plant systems.
Or: 5. Certification in Project Management that is recognized by the Project Management Institute or other accredited institution and either (1) Four years of experience in an industrial, construction, or governmental setting as a Planner Scheduler researching, planning, and coordinating a variety of resources for maintenance activities and projects, scheduling the acquisition and delivery of resources and monitoring the effectiveness of resources and their utilization during the course of the project or (2) Four years or experience supervising employees performing work related to the repair, maintenance, inspection, cleaning, construction, and/or operation of underground pipeline systems and lift stations or wastewater treatment plant systems.
Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.
Note:If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please clickhere (Download PDF reader) or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
License Requirement: A valid California Driver License, Class C, or higher is required prior to appointment. Failure to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4 or applicable bargaining agreement. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case by case basis.
Physical Requirements:
Positions in this class require the incumbent to be able to:

• Sit for periods up to one hour while driving to work sites
• When inspecting work sites, planning work to be performed or reviewing completed work, discussing plans and specifications with contractors, etc.,
• Climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach by extending hands and arms in any direction
• Lift and/or carry objects weighing an average of 20 lbs. to a maximum of 50 lbs
• Occasionally push and pull objects weighing an average of 20 lbs to a maximum of 50 lbs

• Work outside and subject to temperatures rarely under 32 degrees or over 100 degrees
• Work in a noisy environment
• Work around moving objects, vehicles, and machinery with moving parts

Application and Testing Information

• Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
• Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

• Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicant's computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
• Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
• If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
• Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
• If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
• For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
• If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidate's application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidate's responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.