Job Description

Nature of Position

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APPLY IMMEDIATELY. OPEN UNTIL FILLED

About Alameda Municipal Power

In 1887, the City of Alameda paid $20,000 for the installations of 13 streetlights and a 90-kW generating station to power them. And with that, the oldest public electric utility west of the Mississippi was created. Today, the City of Alameda is still in the power business and still a trendsetter. Now known as Alameda Municipal Power (AMP), we have survived over a century and a quarter of utility mergers that created behemoths in other places. AMP has provided safe reliable power at lower rates without sacrificing service to power our community. We maintain local control so that we can re-invest in the island and provide value to enrich our lives, businesses, and the community. We've seen a lot of change in 130 years, but through it all there's been one constant: We're as committed today to delivering safe and reliable electricity to the residents and businesses of Alameda as we were in 1887. We'll continue to invest in new and improved ways of doing business to manage costs, improve our service, and improve the environment.

About the Position

The Utility Construction Compliance Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and integrity of the City's utility systems. Under direction, this position examines and evaluates utility construction and maintenance work for full compliance with engineering plans, specifications, codes, and established City standards. The role includes reviewing and interpreting plans, conducting on-site inspections at various stages of construction, performing field investigations, and reviewing Underground Survey Alerts to support safe and coordinated project activities.
This field-focused and collaborative position works closely with contractors, City departments, outside agencies, and community groups, while also providing accurate field markings for underground utility lines and assisting in the development of project plans and specifications. Ideal candidates bring hands-on experience in utility construction, maintenance, survey work, and compliance, along with strong technical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships.

BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT

For a comprehensive list of benefits, see the Benefit Matrix here

CalPERS

Retirement:

Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution;New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.25% contribution.

Medical:

The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available, with a generous City contribution towards medical premiums.

Dental:

Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.

Vacation:

Starting with 80 hours annually and increasing with years of service.

Holidays:

11 City Holidays

Floating Holidays:

6 days

Sick Leave:

96 hours annually

Deferred Compensation

: Up to 1% 457(b) matching City contribution after 1 year of continuous service.

Examples of Duties

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Reviews utility systems and facilities plans and specifications for contracted construction and maintenance work; participates in plan and specification development. Examines and evaluates utility systems and facilities construction and maintenance work for conformance with engineering specifications and established standards; observes work in various stages of progress to ensure compliance. Consults with, coordinates and monitors the work of contractors. Reviews various plans, specifications, and reports, such as Underground Survey Alerts, and distributes to other divisions, departments, agencies or groups as warranted; ensures other departments, agencies and companies operations are not in conflict with City utility lines and facilities. Advises interested parties including other City departments, citizens, private construction contractors, of City utility lines and facilities locations; makes field markings indicating underground City utility lines and facilities locations. Examines various City utility facilities and performs/coordinates maintenance functions; performs and coordinates test of various scheduled equipment such as rubber glove sleeve, hot stick, and gas detectors. testing. Maintains all related records and prepares various reports and summaries. Performs field investigations; coordinates and assists with utility systems and facilities and related operational projects.

Employment Standards

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Education/Experience

Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:



Education: Graduation from high school.



Experience: Three years of utility systems construction and maintenance experience including survey and compliance work.



Knowledge

Knowledge of the principles and practices of utility systems and facilities construction and maintenance; methods, materials, equipment and tools used in construction and maintenance of utility systems and facilities; policies and regulations governing the construction and maintenance of utility systems and facilities; safe work practices and procedures.



Ability

Ability to effectively examine and evaluate utility systems and facilities construction and maintenance work for conformance to plans and specifications and established standards; review and interpret applicable plans and specifications; interpret and apply related codes, ordinances and regulations; participate in plan and specification development; coordinate the work of contractors; establish and maintain accurate records; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and agencies, and the general public.



Special Requirements

Willingness and/or ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls as required.



Other Requirements

Possession of a valid Class A State of California Driver's License (or possession of a valid Class license at the time of employment and the ability to obtain Class A within six months of employment: and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment. Employees in positions requiring Class A license are subject to provisions of the Department of Transportation's drug and alcohol testing program.

SELECTION PROCESS:

The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation, a written exam, a performance exam, and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance. If applicants have not received written notice at least one week prior to the tentative test date listed in the flyer, they should contact the City of Alameda Human Resources Department at (510) 747-4900.


Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment, a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

E-VERIFY:

The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT:

A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active-duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their

DD214

verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) 522-7538.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

For Benefits information, please visit our website at www.alamedaca.gov. A detailed summary for this position can be found under IBEW.