https://careers.swana.org Latest SWANA Career Center Jobs Mon, 04 Oct 2021 07:38:34 Z https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15507361/integrated-waste-program-manager https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15507361/integrated-waste-program-manager Modesto, California, The Integrated Waste Program Manager is responsible to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the activities in various assigned areas such as the solid waste division, the compost facility, the waste to energy facility, and the landfills; to negotiate and administer complex agreements; and to provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Director. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience : Five years of increasingly responsible experience involving integrated waste management, solid waste, recycling, or composting program operations, including two years of supervisory responsibility. Training : Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental science, civil engineering, public administration, or a related field. License and Certificate: Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license. APPLICATION PROCESS Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received,  resumes will not be screened  for the purpose of determining who is most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application form with the words "see resume". The following information is provided for you to use as a reference and as a planning tool. Human Resources is  unable  to schedule make-up examinations. Applicants may be screened to the most qualified and invited to continue to the next phase of the testing process which may include a writing exercise. Tentative Schedule Writing Exercise Wednesday, November 3, 2021 Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City. Apply online at www.modestogov.com .  City application required, including Supplemental Questionnaire.  The City of Modesto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Fri, 24 Sep 2021 17:27:52 -0400 https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15507282/associate-engineer-architect https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15507282/associate-engineer-architect Sacramento, California, Positions in this series perform a variety of professional engineering and/or architectural activities in connection with the planning, design, construction, alteration, code enforcement, surveying, testing of materials, contract administration and/or management of public works projects, including, but not limited to, buildings and other structures; streets, highways and bridges; sewer, water, and drainage pipeline systems; water supply; wastewater treatment; solid waste management; airports and parks; and site improvements. Examples of Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of Applicable to all Options Engineering and design analysis Engineering and architectural procedures and principles Construction practices and safety requirements The strength, properties, and use of materials in building construction Principles and techniques of personnel management training and supervision General knowledge of City, County, State, and Federal building codes and regulations and the principles upon which the codes and regulations are based Report and specification writing Plans and specification requirements Building Design Option Effective space utilization Contracts and the legal relationships between owner, architect, consultant, contractor and sub-contractor Drafting practices and techniques Program requirements Interrelationship between human and environmental factors as they apply to building design Building Inspection Option Principles and practices applicable to the structural evaluation and design of complex buildings and structures Construction code requirements including, but not limited to, occupancy safety, fire resistive construction, approved standards, and State disability accessibility requirements Building permit procedures used by local governments Ability  to Prepare plans and specifications Review plans and specifications and recognize and require needed changes prior to approval Make estimates to materials, labor, and other elements entering into the cost of building construction, remodeling, and maintenance Supervise the work of office staff; establish and maintain effective working relationships Prepare correspondence, schedules, and technical reports Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications   Current registration as a Civil Engineer or Architect in the State of California   AND Two years experience in the design, construction, or plan review of multi-story buildings and facilities for human occupancy. 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 click  here   (Download PDF reader)  or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice. Special Requirements License Requirement: A valid Driver's License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment to all positions in this class series. Notes: (1) Failure to maintain a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. (2) Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Certification Requirements: Per Assembly Bill 717, positions assigned to the Building Inspection Division are required to obtain a certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County, within two years of date of hire or assignment. Some positions in this class series require incumbents to complete one year of verifiable experience in the appropriate field, and one year thereafter, to obtain certification from a recognized state, national, or international association, as determined by the County. Any person currently and continuously employed by the County as an inspector, plans examiner or building official, for not less than two years prior to January 1, 1996, is exempt from the certification requirements as outlined above. In addition, persons appointed to this class might be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education every three years. The County may determine appropriate providers of continuing education such as community colleges or organizations affiliated with code enforcement. Note: Failure to meet the required certification requirements may constitute cause for termination from this class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Physical and Mental Requirements: Work hours: Frequent: working in excess of 40 hours a week; Occasional: working irregular hours, particularly during emergency situations. Emotional/psychological: Frequent: having public contact, making decisions effecting health and safety of employees/residents, responding to changing priorities. Visual: Frequent: good overall vision, reading, close-up work, and peripheral vision. Some positions require the ability to discern the full spectrum of colors. Hearing: Frequent: hearing normal speech and on the telephone Talking: Frequent: talking in person and on the telephone Mobility: Frequent: performing keyboard operations and sitting for long periods Occasional: walking on uneven terrain at construction sites, etc. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is  twelve (12)  months. Application and Testing Information APPLICATION Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by  5:00 PM  on the posted cut-off date. Click  here  to apply. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email  EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net   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 QUESTIONNAIRE Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response. Note:  Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.   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.   FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%) All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination. This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidate's education, training and experience. The candidate's application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidate's responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job. All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.   FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click  here  for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) For information regarding County jobs:   www.saccountyjobs.net Fri, 24 Sep 2021 16:22:08 -0400 https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15507420/integrated-waste-program-manager https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15507420/integrated-waste-program-manager Modesto, California, The Integrated Waste Program Manager is responsible to plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the activities in various assigned areas such as the solid waste division, the compost facility, the waste to energy facility, and the landfills; to negotiate and administer complex agreements; and to provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Director. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience : Five years of increasingly responsible experience involving integrated waste management, solid waste, recycling, or composting program operations, including two years of supervisory responsibility. Training : Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in environmental science, civil engineering, public administration, or a related field. License and Certificate: Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver’s license. APPLICATION PROCESS Applicants will be assessed on the application submitted. Due to the volume of applications received,  resumes will not be screened  for the purpose of determining who is most qualified to compete in the testing process. It is the applicant's responsibility to fill out the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application with complete information and adequate detail. Do not substitute any part of the application form with the words "see resume". The following information is provided for you to use as a reference and as a planning tool. Human Resources is  unable  to schedule make-up examinations. Applicants may be screened to the most qualified and invited to continue to the next phase of the testing process which may include a writing exercise. Tentative Schedule Writing Exercise Wednesday, November 3, 2021 Human Resources Department reserves the right to revise the testing process to best meet the needs of the City. Apply online at www.modestogov.com .  City application required, including Supplemental Questionnaire.  The City of Modesto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Fri, 24 Sep 2021 18:17:11 -0400 https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15478450/public-works-supervisor https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15478450/public-works-supervisor Santa Cruz, California, THE JOB: Under direction, plan, assign, and supervise the work of public works maintenance personnel in an assigned program/division (Solid Waste Disposal, Roads / Drainage, Sanitation / Wastewater, or Household Hazardous Waste); assure the quality of the work performed; may perform the more difficult and technical work of the assigned division; and perform other duties as required. There is currently one vacancy in Solid Waste. The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies in any Public Works Division during the life of the eligible list. Specialized assignments include: Solid Waste Disposal Assignment: Supervise operations at the County's solid waste disposal sites including staff who operate heavy equipment, collect fees and perform maintenance and repair; follow engineering specifications and plans to develop the disposal sites; ensure that land is properly utilized and streams are not contaminated; assure that disposal site operations comply with State standards for solid waste management, water and air quality and environmental health; oversee the maintenance and monitoring of environmental testing systems; and may install environmental testing systems. Road / Drainage Assignment: Patrol roads and drainage channels to determine areas requiring maintenance and repair; supervise crews who prepare, grade, pave, resurface and reshape old roads, cut and spray weeds and brush, and patch and repair road surfaces; and install revetments for bank and levee protection; clear river and stream channels; build culvert head-walls; install storm drain culverts; spray herbicides; maintain access and levee roads, plant vegetation for bank protection; perform maintenance and repair on stationary pumps; and install flood gates and barricades; and investigate public complaints regarding poor or hazardous road and drainage conditions and take action to improve the situation. Sanitation / Wastewater Assignment: Supervise crews performing maintenance, monitoring and repair of wastewater pumping stations and transmission facilities, transmission lines and access entries, and those staffing the office facility. Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Assignment: Supervise operations at the HHW program by supervising and assisting the Solid Waste Inspectors who operate the facilities, including inspecting and assessing incoming waste material for identification and separation; identifying, assessing and categorizing hazardous material for disposal; arranging for proper storage and transportation of materials; and monitoring and maintaining various records. Assure HHW facilities’ operations comply with State and Federal regulations. Assist Environmental Program Coordinator with ensuring that environmental monitoring and reporting program activities for landfill gas, ground water, storm water, leachate and surface water are completed. Assist with and assign staff to perform maintenance to assure properly functioning leachate collection and landfill gas collection and conveyance systems. THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Four years of maintenance experience in any one of the following areas: Roads, Sanitation, Solid Waste Disposal, or Drainage divisions, environmental monitoring / handling hazardous materials or a comparable assignment, including two years at the journey level and one year in a lead capacity, which would demonstrate possession of the knowledge and abilities required in the applicable program area.    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS, CONDITIONS: License Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license at time of hire; and for some positions, within six months from hire, possession of a valid class B driver license with Tank Endorsement (Sanitation assignment) or a valid class A driver license with Tank Endorsement. (Household Hazardous Waste assignment requires class C license at time of hire, but no A or B commercial driver license.) Certificate: Some positions require possession of a Qualified Applicators Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Pesticide Regulation or of an OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER (hazardous waste operations) Certificate. For Sanitation Assignment, within one year of appointment, must obtain either a Grade I or higher Wastewater Collection System Maintenance certificate, a Grade I or higher Mechanical Technologist certificate, or equivalent certificates issued by the California Water Environment Association. Special Working Conditions: Exposure to: Variable temperatures and other conditions; cramped work spaces; heights, such as on equipment, on cliffs or in the bucket of a bucket truck; high levels of noise; strong, unpleasant odors; vibration; dust and silica dust; potentially hostile or violent individuals; electrical hazards; allergens, such as poison oak and stinging insects; the possibility of experiencing burns, bodily injury, and contact with toxic substances and chemical irritants; working alone in isolated areas; and, for some assignments, possible exposure to needles or blood which could possibly result in chronic disease or death. Other Special Requirements: Alcohol and drug tests: will be administered to all candidates prior to final selection for positions requiring class A or B driver licenses upon entry and to employees in positions requiring these licenses, as mandated by Department of Transportation federal regulations. In addition, all candidates must provide specific employment history for up to the past ten years for all jobs they have held which required operation of a commercial motor vehicle. Availability : Incumbents may be required to work irregular hours, including responding to 24-hour emergency calls. Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of methods, equipment, and materials used in the program assignment; occupational hazards and safety standards and practices of the program assignment; the capabilities, operation, and maintenance of light and heavy construction equipment required for most positions. Working knowledge of methods of estimating costs of projects and of supervision and training. Some knowledge of laws, ordinances and regulations governing the program assignment, and the application of data processing to program assignment. For the Sanitation / Wastewater Assignment: working knowledge of the capabilities, operation, and maintenance of light and heavy construction equipment, required for some positions. For Household Hazardous Waste Assignment: working knowledge of safe handling and management of HHW materials (including lab packing and bulking of hazardous materials). Some knowledge of chemistry, biology, and physics related to hazardous materials management in a solid waste landfill facility. Ability to: Supervise, plan, assign, direct, and coordinate the work of subordinates; schedule work and determine priorities; train subordinates in proper work procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation; prepare work schedules, reports, procedures, and cost estimates; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; read and understand maps, engineering blueprints and drawings, instruction manuals, technical manuals, computer-generated reports, and surveys; read and understand surveyors’ location and grade stakes; understand, explain, and apply applicable laws, rules, and regulations; input, access, and analyze data using a computer terminal; assist in budget preparation and administration; use hand and power tools which may cause body vibration; lift items up to 75 pounds; perform tasks requiring strength, such as lifting equipment onto trucks, climbing over rough terrain, and pulling hoses up embankments; drive and operate vehicles such as automobiles, utility and pick-up trucks, and construction equipment, such as tractors, graders, compactors, bulldozers, loaders, and scrapers; distinguish colors, such as color-coded wires, fluid colors, or chemical test guides; put on, wear, and use a respirator; perform tasks which require manual dexterity, such as gas and electrical welding, assembling small parts and pouring liquids into receptacles; and hear and distinguish various sounds, such as voices of workers in noisy environments and sounds of operating equipment. For Household Hazardous Waste assignment: Ability to identify and respond safely to hazardous materials contained in waste loads; lift and move five (5) gallon cans (equivalent to 50 pounds) in adverse environmental conditions and move fifty-five (55) gallons drums (equivalent to 600 pounds) using a drum dolly. ************************************************************************************** THE EXAMINATION: Your application and supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed to determine if you have met the education, experience, training and/or licensing requirements as stated on the job announcement. If you meet these criteria and are one of the best qualified, you may be required to compete in any combination of written, oral and/or performance examinations or a competitive evaluation of training and experience as described on your application and supplemental questionnaire. You must pass all components of the examination to be placed on the eligible list. The examination may be eliminated if there are ten or fewer qualified applicants. If the eligible list is established without the administration of the announced examination, the life of the eligible list will be six months and your overall score will be based upon an evaluation of your application and supplemental questionnaire. If during those six months it is necessary to administer another examination for this job class, you will be invited to take the examination to remain on the eligible list. HOW TO APPLY: Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com or mail/bring an application and supplemental questionnaire to: Santa Cruz County Personnel Department, 701 Ocean Street, Room 510, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. For information, call (831) 454-2600. Hearing Impaired TDD/TTY: 711. Applications will meet the final filing date if received: 1) in the Personnel Department by 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date, 2) submitted online before midnight of the final filing date.    Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you have a disability that requires test accommodation, please call (831) 454-2600. To comply with the 1986 Immigration Reform and Control Act, Santa Cruz County verifies that all new employees are either U.S. citizens or persons authorized to work in the U.S. Some positions may require Fingerprinting and/or Background Investigation.       See Santa Cruz County website for a full list of benefits. Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:45:49 -0400 https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15433375/sr-custodian https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15433375/sr-custodian San Francisco, California, Under the immediate supervision Sr. Custodian Supervisor, a Lead Custodian, or the Operations Manager, the incumbent performs the following: DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 15% COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE AND SOILED LINEN Follows Infection Control Policies. Empties and cleans waste receptacles and replaces plastic liners. Labels, collects and removes infectious and non-infectious waste material from assigned areas. Collects soiled linen from patient areas and disposes of it via linen chute or by transporting it in covered soiled linen carts. Uses large tilt trucks to transport regular waste to a disposal unit or compactor. Uses hand trucks for the transportation of infectious waste containers to designated area or unit for safekeeping and proper disposal. 30% FLOOR CARE: The Floor Care job consists of sweep/dust mop and wet mop hard floors in rooms for non-patient or patient use, laboratories, bathrooms, hallways and stairways; spot mop to remove stains or spillage; vacuum clean carpets in offices, patient rooms, waiting areas, conference rooms, libraries, hallways, stairways, etc., spot clean carpets; uses standard cleaning equipment to strip or scrub floors, apply floor finish/sealer, burnish floors, shampoo carpets and furniture, clean baseboards, door kick plates, elevator tracks; operates electric and/or battery powered equipment including but not limited to floor polishers, floor scrubbers, automatic scrubbers, burnishes, steam cleaners, carpet shampoo machines, carpet extractors, furniture shampoos, and heavy duty dry/wet pick up vacuum cleaners, etc. 50% GENERAL CLEANING: Dust and/or washes furniture and fixtures in offices, classrooms, shops, conference rooms, laboratories, kitchens, dining rooms, laundry rooms, nurse stations, patient rooms and non-patient rooms and/or areas; clean over bed tables, side tables, chairs, patients and staff lockers, IV stands, all wall mounted fixtures, including thermometers, lamps, television sets and brackets; clean ice machines, refrigerators, water fountains, vents, venetian blinds, blackboards, telephones, computer tables, counter tops, desks and table tops, cabinets tops, shelves, bookshelves, window sills, doors, partitions, etc., in restrooms, washes and sanitizes walls, toilet bowls, urinals, sinks, mirrors, soap dispensers, toilet tissue and towel dispensers, seat cover dispensers, plumbing fixtures; clean showers and bathtubs, soap dishes, handrails and shower fixtures. May use ladders and movable stepladders to perform some cleaning tasks. 3% SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT: Requisition paper supplies, hand lotion/soap, chemicals/cleaning solutions, shampoo, wax stripper, floor finish/sealers, mop heads, buffing/striping pads, shampoo pads. Observes safety regulations by wearing eye protection and gloves when mixing chemicals or cleaning agents; maintains an adequate inventory in assigned storage closets of properly labeled cleaning materials and other supplies; refill properly labeled secondary containers/spray bottles; refill dispensers in bathrooms and other hand washing stations. 2% OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs other related duties as instructed by immediate supervisor; may be reassigned to other work areas as operational needs dictate; clean medical storage areas after completion of training for Medications and Auxiliary Staff Competency; clean beds after patient discharges or transfers, clean gurneys, portable commodes, chart racks, medicine carts; wash trash cans, trash tilt trucks, sweep grounds; move beds and/or light weight furniture within a unit or between floors; strip beds; make beds inspects own work, reports missing furniture, repairs needed; secure/locks work area, reports unauthorized person on the premises; report fires or safety hazards; respond to emergencies, following procedures, as in the case of fires, disasters or floods Mon, 04 Oct 2021 03:26:34 -0400 https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15433376/sr-custodian https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15433376/sr-custodian San Francisco, California, Under the immediate supervision Sr. Custodian Supervisor, a Lead Custodian, or the Operations Manager, the incumbent performs the following: DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 15% COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL OF SOLID WASTE AND SOILED LINEN Follows Infection Control Policies. Empties and cleans waste receptacles and replaces plastic liners. Labels, collects and removes infectious and non-infectious waste material from assigned areas. Collects soiled linen from patient areas and disposes of it via linen chute or by transporting it in covered soiled linen carts. Uses large tilt trucks to transport regular waste to a disposal unit or compactor. Uses hand trucks for the transportation of infectious waste containers to designated area or unit for safekeeping and proper disposal. 30% FLOOR CARE: The Floor Care job consists of sweep/dust mop and wet mop hard floors in rooms for non-patient or patient use, laboratories, bathrooms, hallways and stairways; spot mop to remove stains or spillage; vacuum clean carpets in offices, patient rooms, waiting areas, conference rooms, libraries, hallways, stairways, etc., spot clean carpets; uses standard cleaning equipment to strip or scrub floors, apply floor finish/sealer, burnish floors, shampoo carpets and furniture, clean baseboards, door kick plates, elevator tracks; operates electric and/or battery powered equipment including but not limited to floor polishers, floor scrubbers, automatic scrubbers, burnishes, steam cleaners, carpet shampoo machines, carpet extractors, furniture shampoos, and heavy duty dry/wet pick up vacuum cleaners, etc. 50% GENERAL CLEANING: Dust and/or washes furniture and fixtures in offices, classrooms, shops, conference rooms, laboratories, kitchens, dining rooms, laundry rooms, nurse stations, patient rooms and non-patient rooms and/or areas; clean over bed tables, side tables, chairs, patients and staff lockers, IV stands, all wall mounted fixtures, including thermometers, lamps, television sets and brackets; clean ice machines, refrigerators, water fountains, vents, venetian blinds, blackboards, telephones, computer tables, counter tops, desks and table tops, cabinets tops, shelves, bookshelves, window sills, doors, partitions, etc., in restrooms, washes and sanitizes walls, toilet bowls, urinals, sinks, mirrors, soap dispensers, toilet tissue and towel dispensers, seat cover dispensers, plumbing fixtures; clean showers and bathtubs, soap dishes, handrails and shower fixtures. May use ladders and movable stepladders to perform some cleaning tasks. 3% SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT: Requisition paper supplies, hand lotion/soap, chemicals/cleaning solutions, shampoo, wax stripper, floor finish/sealers, mop heads, buffing/striping pads, shampoo pads. Observes safety regulations by wearing eye protection and gloves when mixing chemicals or cleaning agents; maintains an adequate inventory in assigned storage closets of properly labeled cleaning materials and other supplies; refill properly labeled secondary containers/spray bottles; refill dispensers in bathrooms and other hand washing stations. 2% OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs other related duties as instructed by immediate supervisor; may be reassigned to other work areas as operational needs dictate; clean medical storage areas after completion of training for Medications and Auxiliary Staff Competency; clean beds after patient discharges or transfers, clean gurneys, portable commodes, chart racks, medicine carts; wash trash cans, trash tilt trucks, sweep grounds; move beds and/or light weight furniture within a unit or between floors; strip beds; make beds inspects own work, reports missing furniture, repairs needed; secure/locks work area, reports unauthorized person on the premises; report fires or safety hazards; respond to emergencies, following procedures, as in the case of fires, disasters or floods Mon, 04 Oct 2021 03:26:34 -0400 https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15397372/executive-chef-stanford-hospitality-and-auxiliaries https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15397372/executive-chef-stanford-hospitality-and-auxiliaries Stanford, California, Executive Chef - Stanford Hospitality and Auxiliaries Residential & Dining Enterprises, Stanford, California, United States Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 7623 Employee Status: Regular Grade: I Requisition ID: 77963 ABOUT STANFORD AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES (R&DE): Founded in 1891, Stanford University is among the top academic institutions in the country, excelling in a wide range of fields from the humanities to information technology to the health sciences and medicine. The university is located near Palo Alto, 35 miles south of San Francisco, on an 8,800-acre campus. Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the university by providing the highest quality services to students and other members of the university community. The Department has an annual operating budget of over $316 million and is steward of a $3.1B asset portfolio comprising seven million square feet (one-third of Stanford's physical plant), provides housing for nearly 14,000 students and their dependents, serves over 18,000 daily meals at 30 dining and retail locations and over 500,000 meals at athletic concessions events, and hosts 20,000 conference guests annually. R&DE comprises 1,300 FTE and part-time staff in the following divisions: the Office of the Senior Associate Vice Provost (SAVP), Student Housing Operations, Stanford Dining, Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries, Stanford Conferences, and a team of R&DE strategic business partners: Finance & Administration, Human Resources, Information Technology, Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects, and Strategic Communications. Students (Customers) First is the mantra of R&DE and our strategic goals reflect our commitment to delivering quality and excellence to our constituents every day. In R&DE, Excellence is defined by aligning our strategic goals and performance with our vision. STANFORD HOSPITALITY & AUXILIARIES: Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries, a division within R&DE at Stanford University is committed to excellence and the highest level of customer service. It is recognized nationally for operating at the cutting edge of the industry receiving service ratings and numerous awards, including the Restaurant & Institutions Magazine Ivy Award for excellence in food service and hospitality. The Ivy Award is one of the industry's most prestigious and coveted awards, given to those operations that meet the highest standards of food, hospitality and service. With R&DE's vision to be the best in the business Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries is a Certified Green Business practicing sustainability in its purchasing and using equipment and processes that reduce solid waste and preserve natural resources. The highest Acterra Sustainability Award was received in 2006, in recognition of these initiatives. JOB PURPOSE: Head VIP catering on Campus. Work in conjunction with the designated event managers, chefs and clients to expedite and create a wow experience CORE DUTIES*: Lead VIP catering business by creating menus and recipes that align with organizational business optimization, quality, and customer service standards. Create relationships with key stake holders. Create new innovate menus using new techniques Work across multiple facilities to support VIP catering requirements Promote health and safety standards by ensuring all operations are delivering effective and complete food safety and hygiene programs and by performing real-time assessments on program completion. Lead comprehensive business optimization by reviewing and analyzing operations' inventory practices, designating changes and monitoring implementation, systematically integrating with organizational quality, safety, storage, certifications, and waste management goals, ensuring facilities' equipment is maintained and forecasting necessary replacements, overseeing and ensuring operations are controlling labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control, and overseeing and reviewing forecasting and strategic budgeting. Lead and model effective employee and staff relations by evaluating, leading, motivating, coaching, and providing corrective action for direct reports. * - Other duties may also be assigned MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience: Accredited college program or degree, preferably specializing in a culinary program, or combination of education and relevant experience. Proven track record of culinary management experience in a high -end culinary establishment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to execute creative menu development Experience in High-end restaurant or catering operation. Ability to apply business optimization principles and techniques across the organization. Ability to champion innovative ideas and concepts by utilizing cutting edge trends and maintaining current industry standards. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Demonstrated ability to harmoniously and professionally manage and work with co-workers and supervisors. Ability to operate computer equipment and food and beverage computer systems. Ability to operate and utilize culinary production equipment and tools. Understanding and ability to apply local, state, and federal health and sanitation laws. Reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language. Understanding and application of basic training techniques. Certifications and Licenses: ServSafe CA Certification. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*: Constantly stand, walk, chop and mix. Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds. Occasionally lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 50. Ability to see food presentation and taste all types of food (glutens, dairy, all protein, vegetables, and starches). * - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job. WORKING CONDITIONS: Scheduled days and work hours may vary based on operational need. WORK STANDARDS: Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu . The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #GD-R&DE To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stanfordcareers.stanford.edu Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Copyright 2021 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-6a9c12a056690e4a9fb4c436a4b0a34f Mon, 04 Oct 2021 03:59:46 -0400 https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15074939/manager-of-instrumentation-and-controls https://careers.swana.org/jobs/rss/15074939/manager-of-instrumentation-and-controls Pasadena, California, Manager of Instrumentation and Controls Caltech Job Category: Fulltime Regular Exempt Overtime Eligible: Exempt Benefits Eligible: Benefit Based Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community. Job Summary Reporting directly to the Director for Facilities Operations (MEPC Shops), the Manager of Instrumentation and Controls is responsible for enhancing existing programs, driving continuous improvement and leading the next evolution of Caltech's best-in-class sustainability programs. The Manager of Instrumentation and Controls will lead the Building Management Systems and Central Utility Plant Controls Teams. The successful applicant will be a highly motivated self-starter with exceptional communication and organizational skills and possess the ability to work collaboratively with cross functional groups across the Facilities Management Team as well as the Campus Divisions. Job Duties Lead controls functions for both the Campus and central utility plant operations. Stay abreast of the latest Control Applications and latest industry trends. Assist the Design & Construction team with developing Control Design Standards. Responsible for coordinating controls related topics and issue with Commissioning Agents and Caltech Commissioning team (Internally & Externally). Develop and implement a Controls Integrations plan that includes ALL systems on Campus such as but not limited to BMS, Central Utility Plant Controls, Lighting Controls, Electrical Systems, etc. Perform periodic campus wide BMS audits to troubleshoot graphics, alarms, histories on the existing system. Work with the energy team to identify and troubleshoot opportunities using skyspark and verify savings. Make recommendations for Controls best practices by identifying, investigating and evaluating new emerging controls technologies such as analytics devices, and their applicability to making Caltech a Smart Building Campus. Responsible for developing, updating Control Maintenance & Operations Standards. Review controls submittals for D&C Project. Responsible for managing Campus wide (Building & Central Utility Plant) Controls metrics. Collaborate with peer institutions to share best practices and identify synergies and advance the state-of-the-art Smart Building Technologies at Caltech. Perform other duties as may be assigned. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering, related field or 10+ years in the Controls Industry. Demonstrated experience, passion and interest in sustainability and integrating holistic solutions throughout organizations. Demonstrated ability to implement strategies to achieve program goals. Excellent analytical skills and experience with managing budgets. Self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work comfortably and effectively in cross-functional teams, build coalitions and communicate effectively with faculty and staff population. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences and knowledge of social marketing using print and digital formats. Must be highly organized and have strong management skills as well as technical and administrative problem solving skills. Managed a minimum of six (6) direct reports. Experience with Niagara BMS and SCADA Applications. Experience with Analytical Applications, Such as SkySpark, Niagara Analytics, etc. Preferred Qualifications Niagara 4 technical certification and experience with distech controls applications. Master's degree in related science, management, or technical discipline. LEED AP certification and experience with other green buildings standards. Knowledge of lab operations, especially fume hood control systems. Knowledge of municipal solid waste management and organics recycling best practices. Previous experience with implementing sustainability initiatives in the higher education sector. Required Documents Resume Cover letter To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://hr.caltech.edu/work/job_openings We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Copyright 2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-2d7b200e0378fc41abe40e131ab737b1 Mon, 04 Oct 2021 03:19:56 -0400