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Agenda Bill No. ,IV�
Date: August 10, 1971 _
• Referred To:
Submitted By:
subject: Reclassification
Personnel
Statement of the gatter
In order to properly position the Water Leadman and the
Water Pump Operator positions, it is recommended that
they 'be reclassified as 4Iate'r Maintenance Foreman and
Water Plant Foreman.
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Exhibi t
Memorandum from Pe"rsor,nel Officer to City Manager.
Water Superintendent Memorandum..
Job Classifications.
Comparable City Studies.
Staff Recommendations
The position classifications should be'changed a, -
recommended in order to standardize job requirements
for proper assignments. t' '
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City Manager's -Recommendation
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Date:
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Council Action
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8-17-71 The Council approved the job classifications and•pay increase;
and that implementation be wVthh-eld until the moratorium is
lifted or an iptrepretation of law is received which would
allow the reclassification and pay increase.
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MEMORANDUM
DATE : August 10, 1971
._ �. �� Irnola .City Manager
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FROM . William C. Baldwin, Personnel Director
SUBJECT: CLASSIFICATION CHANGE
Paul Partain and Chester Backus
I have received requests from Mr. Neely, the Water
Superintendent, for the reclassification of two of his
employees. I have investigated the duties of these two
men and find that their present classification one as
Water Leadman and the other as Water Pump Operator, do
not properly categorize their duties.
Case No. 1: Mr. Paul Partain should be classified as
Water Maintenance Foreman. -His duties are outlined on
the attached Job Description Sheet that, was prepared from
a list of cities that I contacted that do like work. I
believe that Mr. Partain fits this description since he
has far more duties than a Leadman. I recommend that he
be given the title of Water Maintenance Foreman. range 32,
step B, $837.00 per month effective August 1, 1971. The
range for this position is $797.00 - $968.00- He is
presently earning $778.00 per month.
Case No. 2: Chester Backus is presently classified as
Water Pump Operator. In reviewing his job duties, I find
that he is not properly classified and should be given the
title of Waiver Plant Foreman, as attached to this report.
I have investigated with other cities and find that he is
doing similar work as that outlined on the job description.
In addition, Mr. Neely depends upon him to be in charge
when Mr. Neely is absent which means that he has charge of
the Water Department field operations as well as Sewer
Department Pumps and maintenance.
For this reason I am requesting that Mr. Backus be
reclassified at range 33, step A, $816.00 per month. The
range being $816.00 - $992.00 per month. He is presently
earning $816.00 per month so at the inception of the position
he would not receive an increase. I propose that this also
be made -effective August 1, 1971.
Also with this report is a memorandum from Mr. Neely
showing a breakdown of operations of the Water Department.
SIGNED:!
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MEMORANDUM
July 20, 1971
TO . Mr. Baldwin, Personnel Manager
FROM . Mr. Neely, Dater Superintendent
SUBJECT: Breakdown of Operations of the I -later Department
At the request of Mr. Arnold I am providing you with a break-
down on the operations of the Water Department. There are
three main operation systems.in the Water Department.
Operation lI The Water Plant Operation.
The Water Plant Operator's duties include the -following:
1. In my absence he is in charge of the Water Department
field operation and the Sewer Department, which employs
nine men.
2. He is in charge of operations and maintenance of the water
pumps, regulators, reservoirs, the lake, pressure tanks
a and patrols lines.that are in easements.
3. He is required to operate the skiploader, dump trucks,
fork lift and other pieces of equipment.
4.. He is in charge of three men at all times.
5. He is required to know how to read meters.
G. Ile is required to be able to repair water main breaks,
repair leaks, install water mains, water services, and
meters.
7. He is required to install sewer laterals, adjust manholes,
rod sewer laterals and mains, clean wet %tells, and grease.
pumps.
8. He is required to be knowledgeable on chlorinating breaks,
water lines, and new mains.
9. He is required to keep records of P.H. and chlorides,
well soundings, chlorine station readings and pressure
zone charts.
10. Inspect new water lines and new setter mains if needed.
11. Picks up and disposes of dead animals on City right-of-ways.
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12. Runs flow tests on new lines.
13. Answers complaints about water pressure, dirty water, etc.
14. Keeps an adequate supply of water purification chemicals
and other various supplies in stock.
15. Orders parts and materials for pumps, compressors, etc.
T6. Locates our water and sewer lines for contractors and
public utilities.
He also does other jobs as necessary.
Our. Water Plant Operator is required to do more than other
operators at other water companies or districts. The duties
of the two men he replaced was only to take care of the flow
of water. The field crew did the rest.
I recommend we change his title from Water Plant Opera -tor to
Water Plant Foreman.
Operation r2 The Field Maintenance Crew
The
field crew consists of five men, one of which is the 4later
He is to perform the following duties:
Leadman.
required
1.
Install and repair water mains and water servi=ces.
2.
Keep some records on new water mains.
3.
Issue and receive instructions.
4.
Operate all equipment which the City owns excepting the
fork lift, trucks,
street sweeper. (Backhoe, cherry picker,
etc.)
5.
Install pressure reducing stations. z ,
6.
Supervisor for 3 or 4 men at all times.
7.
Installs and repairs sewer mains and sewer laterals.
8.
Rods out sewer mains and laterals.
9.
Installs and exchanges meters.
10.
Locates our water and sewer lines for contractors and
utility companies.
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11. Repair leaks.
12. Answers complaints such as no water at a residence,
pressure problems, etc.
I recommend that are change the title of the Leadman to 1•later
Maintenance Foreman.
O�pera.tion n3 Reading and Repairing Meters
There are two men in this operation; one,is a 4later Leadman
and hi-s duties include the following:
1. • Read meters.
2. Repair meters.
3. Exchange and install meters.
4. Obtain information for• the 4later Department Bi l l-i ng section.
5. Turn meters off and on as instructed.
6. Repair water leaks, install water mains, if needed.'
7. Flush dead ends.
8. Test check valve assemblies.
9. He has one man under his supervision.
.10. Answers complaints.
11. Maintains record systems on meters (loan, construction,
si:orage, and residence meters).
12. Requisitions materials for repair parts for meter repair.
Bob Neely
Water Superintendent
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CITY OF CARLSBAD
,REQUEST FOR PERSONNEL ACTION
Finance Dept. Use Only
$ per hour
$ _semi month
% retire. rate
$ semi month retire.
Name Paul- Partain Effective Date August 1 , 9 1
Department (dater Title Water Leadman
NATURE OF ACTION _ Reclassification
'Class & Step No.
Monthly Salary
23 E
32 B
$778.00
$837.00
REMARKS,
'(SEE ATTACHED MEMORANDUM)
Department Head _ Date
Signature
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Approved By Date
Personnel Officer
Approved By Date
Ci ty Manager
City of Carlsbad 1/1/71
WATER MAINTENANCE FOREMAN
KIND OF WORK: This is skilled and supervisory work of a specialized
nature diirecting a group of unskilled, semi -skilled and skilled workers
in the extension and maintenance of the water distribution system.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF 'WORK: Employees of this class are respon-
sible for directing and giving technical 'assistance to a group of
unskilled, semi -skilled and skilled workers. Independent judgment is
involved in the laying out of work details and in making job decisions.
Assignments are received from a superior outlining the scope of the
work to be performed, and may include specific directions on special
assignments. Work is under general supervision, and may be i.n-spec-ted
during progress and upon completion for proper performance.
ILLUSTRATIVE,EXAMPLES OF WORK:
1. Supervises and assists in excavations, making water taps, in-
stalling asbestos cement, cast iron or copper pipe to proper
locations and backfilling excavations.
2. Supervises a crew in the installation of water services to new
homes and other buildings.
3. Requisitions materials from warehouse for truck; maintains
complete record of materials used.
4. Supervises the installation of water meters and pressure regulators,
the remuval of meters and the repairing of old water mains and
services. ,
5. Completes water service orders, giving proper location and size
of excavation; makes accurate sketches of field installations
for later incorporation in office records.
6. Supervises a crew repairing gate valves, fire hydrants and grater
main leaks.
7. Rods out and cleans sewer mains and laterals.
8. Supervises the flushing of water mains from fire hydrants and
dead ends; operates a pipe locator to locate underground conduits
and services.
9. Installs and repairs setter mains and sewer 1 at'eral,s . ,.
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Knowledge of elementary hydraulics.
2. Knowledge of working hazards and necessary safety precautions.
�P 3. Knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in the extension,
repair and maintenance of water distribution system.
4. Ability to use tools and equipment used in water utility maintenance
work.
5. Ability to lay out, supervise and inspect the work of a crew of
unskilled, semi -skilled and skilled workers.
6. Ability to instruct and train employees in proper work methods.
7. Ability to understand written and oral instructions, to keep
records and to make arithmetic computations.
8. Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships with employees
and the public.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Four years of experience in the extension and
maintenance of a water utility system and graduation from high school;
or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
CITY OF CARLSBA
REQUEST FOR PERSONNEL ACTION
Finance Dept. Use Only
$ per hour
$ semi month
retire. rate
$ semi month retire.
Name Chester Backus _ Effective Date August Is ►y/1
Department Water Title_ Water Pump Operator
NATURE OF ACTION_ Reclassification
Class & Step No.
Monthly Salary
25 - E
33 A
$816.00 _
$81'6.00
(SEE ATTACHED MEMORANDUM)
Department Head Date
Signature
Approved By Date
Personnel Officer
Approved By Date
City Manager
City of carlsuao ►ti//►
14ATER PLANT FOREMA14
KIND OF WORK: This is skilled and supervisory work of a specialized
nature directing a group of unskilled, semi -ski -led and skilled workers
in the extension and maintenance of the water distribution system.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Employees of this class are respon-
sible for directing and giving technical assistance to a group of
unskilled, semi -skilled and skilled workers. Independent judgment is
involved in the laying out of work details and in making job decisions.
Assignments are received from a superior outlining the scope of the
work to be performed, and may include specific directions on special
assignments. Work is under general supervision, and may be inspected
during progress and upon completion for p-oper performance.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF 14ORK:
1. Supervises and assists in excavations, making water taps,•installing
asbestos cement, cast iron or -copper pipe to proper locations and
backfilling excavations.
2. Repairs water regulators and operates same.
3. Operates and repairs chlorinator.
4. Requisitions materials from warehouse for truck;,maintains complete
record of materials used.
5. Supervises the installation of water meters and pressure regulators,
the removal of meters and the repairing of old water mains and
"• services.
6. Completes water service orders, giving proper location and size of
excavation; makes accurate sketches of field installations for
later incorporation in office records.
7. Supervises a crew repairing gate valves, fire hydrants and water
main leaks.
8. Rods out and cleans sewer mains and laterals.
from
and
g, Supedeadvises the ends; operateshanpipe locaterg of water mains f
tolocateundergrhydrantsire
underground dconduits
and services.
10. Installs and repairs sewer mains and laterals:- j
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS ANP ABILITIES:
1,. Knowledge of elementary hydraulics.
2. Knowledge of working hazards and necessary safety precautions.
3. Knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in the extension,
repair and maintenance of water distribution system.
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.4. Ability to read water meters.
5. Ability to use tools and equipment used in water utility main-
tenance work.
6. Ability to lay out, supervise and inspect the work of a crew of
unskilled, semi -skilled and skilled workers.
7. Ability to instruct and train employees in proper work methods.
8. Ability to understand written and oral instructions, to keep
records and to make arithmetic computations.
9. Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships with
employees and the public.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Four years,of experience in the extension and
maintenance of a water utility system and graduation from high school;
or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
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SALARY RAnGI FOR "AT ER
MAINTENANCE FOREMAt
CITY
CLASSIFICATION
RANGE
Escondido
Water Maint. Foreman
$852 -
1036
Oceanside
Water Systems Foreman
782 -
827
San Diego
Utility Foreman I
731 -
887
San Clemente
Public Works Foreman
727 -
883
Costa Mesa
Assist. Superintend.
943 -
1;203
Newport -Beach
Construction Foreman
1016
Huntington Bea-ch
Water Foreman
797 -
992
4;)32 -
6844
Average
$805 -
978
July 16, 1971