Power Production Operator

*Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis.*

The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking a Power Production Operator with strong technical and customer service skills to be part of the Public Works team.  This individual must be comfortable performing routine maintenance and preparing reports. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of operating procedures of heavy equipment maintenance.  This position will be responsible for maintaining and assuring the proper work order of treatment plant enginators.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled tasks operating and maintaining enginators and ancillary equipment used for power production purposes; performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair; establishes and maintains work procedures and methods associated with assigned duties; performs related duties as required.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Performs routine, preventive and emergency maintenance and repair of assigned treatment plant equipment.
• Performs routine rounds and inspections of equipment.
• Checks and records fluid levels, temperatures, pressures and vacuums.
• Drains moisture traps and air receivers.
• Flushes strainers and heat recovery systems drain lines.
• Checks co-generation for import/export loading.
• Adjusts and balances load-sharing voltages, amperes and hertz; records both electrical and mechanical readings.
• Makes reports and keep log book records and equipment history cards up to date; coordinates with maintenance crew and operations crew
• Draws oil samples, performs weekly, bi-monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual preventive maintenance and complete work orders.
• Removes watt hour and watt hour demand meters from service for annual calibration and reinstall.
• Prepares annual reports.
• Troubleshoots and make routing and emergency repairs; responds to emergency and standby calls.
• Improves/Fabricates parts for installation of new components.
• Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.

Payroll/Classification Title: Plant Maintenance Specialist

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Plant Maintenance Specialist, Senior in that it performs semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair work.

WORK SCHEDULE:
The Wastewater Power Production Operator work week is Sunday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to shifts that are outside the standard City work hours. Additionally, this position requires the ability to work additional hours in response to workload peaks and changes in department needs, as well as perform on-call (standby) duties. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary  depending on the needs of the Department.

• Performs skilled technical work in the maintenance, repair and/or operation of plant process and control  equipment, pumps and/or lift stations; adheres to safety policies and procedures.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance; calibrates and/or services equipment according to plans  and specifications; assists with general operations work.
• Monitors equipment and performs inspections; troubleshoots, diagnoses and addresses issues;  schedules repairs; assists in general housekeeping tasks.
• Prepares and submits reports; reviews parts, materials and equipment needs and initiates requests.
• Assists with special projects; evaluates equipment failures; performs emergency repairs, as needed.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE: 

Positions assigned to power production may be responsible for: 

• Operating and maintaining power production equipment; 

• Performing preventative maintenance; 

• Performing inspections, troubleshooting and repair work;  

• Recording and tracking data;  

• Preparing reports; Calibrating equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

• High School Diploma or GED 

• Three (3) years of related maintenance experience including specialized and directly related vocational training. 

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS: 

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate in English effectively both orally and in writing.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

 
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE)

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.
 
Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
 
This position requires a 12 month probationary period.
 
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.
 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodations for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.
 
LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with you. Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Ashley Costello at ashley.costello@oxnard.org. 
 
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.   Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

Salary : $55,525 - $84,942