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Home My WebLink About1980-03-18; City Council; 6192; Employee Classification & Salary Range ScheduleCITY. OF _.CARLSBA.^. RGRNDA -BILL NO. L / 9 2, - DATE: March 18, 1980 DEPARTMENT: PERSONNEL Initial: Dept.Hd. C. Atty.— C. Mgr. O Subject: AMENDING THE MISCELLANEOUS EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE SCHEDULE Statement of the Natter The recently adopted Classification Plan inadvertently omitted a description for what was known as a Water System. Mechanical Maintenanceman. This position was approved in the 1979-1980 budget in the Water Division of the Utilities and Maintenance Department. Due to the fact that further analysis was needed the position still is vacant. Further analysis did, in fact, reveal this position was overlooked when the Classification Blan was prepared. In order to follow the format of the Classification Plan, a position bearing the title of UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR II is proposed. This position would replace the vacant Water System Mechanical Maintenanceman. See Attachment A for job description. To further follow the format of the Classification Plan it is also recommended that the title of UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR III be established. This position is currently filled under the title of Utility Pump Operator. The duties and skill levels will remain the "same, however, this new title will more readily fit into.the Classification Plan. Furthermore this arrangement will provide an excellent career ladder within this series, as diagrammed. (Main-tT I Utility Sys irlorker I 1 0 erator II III sor The recommended salary range for the UTILITY SYSTFt'S OPERATOR II is 27.. Salary for UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR III will remain at the current range of 29. Exhibit Resolution No. ep1 06K establishing the classifications UTILITY SYSTEIIS OPERATOR II and III with appropriate salary ranges. Staff recommendations Staff recommends adoption of the new title and description of UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR II and III -to the Classification Plan. Staff further recommends that the salary ranges for the two positions be as follows: UTILITY SYSTa1S OPERATOR II --Salary Mange 27, UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR III -- Salary Range 29. Council Actinn: 3-18-80 Council approved above stated staff recommendation. 25 16 27 s8 19 24 25 26 271 28 RESOLUTION NO. 6108 A RESOLUTIO`x OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY PLAN OF THE CITY TO INCLUDE THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR II AND III. WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends and the City Council concurs, that the classifications of UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR II and UTILITIES SYSTEMS OPERATOR III should be included in the city's Classification and Salary Plan; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows: I. That the above recitations are true and correct. 2. That the City Council authorizes and directs the City Manager to add the classification of UTILITY SYSTEMS-OPERATOR.II and UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR III as described in Attachment A, attached hereto and made a part thereof; 3. That the City Council authorizes and directs the City Manager to add the titles of UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR II and UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR III to the appropriate city Salary Plan Ids shown on Attachment B, attached hereto and made a part thereos. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Carlsbad City Council held on the .181h day of _ MarCil 1980., 1by the Ifollowing vote to wit: AYES: Councilmen Packard, Skotnicki, Anear, Lewis and Councilwoman Caster NOES: None ABSENT: None (ATTEST: IALETHA L. RAUTENKRANZ, City ^.le k I(SEAL) RONALD C. PACKARD, Mayor A ~•1 �i ATTACHMENT A: UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR II UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR III DEFINITION Under general supervision, to perform semi -skilled and skilled duties involved in the operation and maintenance of the city water distribution system or the city sanitary sewers and to do related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Utility Systems'Operator II: This is the entrance level class for water and sewer utility employees who have maintenance and construction experience. Employees in this class normally work under supervision performing a variety of semi -skilled and manual work. As assigned responsibility and breadth of knowledge increase through successful job performance, skill development, and experience, incumbents may -reasonably expect their positions to be reassigned to the next higher class of Utility Systems Operator III. Utility Systems Operator III: Positions in this class are •normally filled by advancement from the Utility Systems Operator ; II position, or when filled from the outside require prior water or sewer maintenance experience. A Utility Systems Operator III works under general supervision and is expected to perform duties and work productively with a•minimum of, or in the absence of supervision. Adequate performance at this level requires the ability to work independently exercising judgement and initiative. # Utility Systems Operator III may also be expected to assist in the supervision and training of less experienced personnel. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Perform chemical tests on water at various steps in distribution process. Operate and check performance of water and sewer ! pumping and lift station equipment such as pumps, valves, electric motors and filters. Oil and grease equipment. Check fuses, read meters and gauges, maintain operating logs. -Check gate operations. Clean and lubricate pumps, grates, and valves. Perform minor repairs on pumps and valves. Assist with the removal and replacement of pumps and valves. QUALIFICATIONS 9 Utility Systems Operator II Knowledge of: Basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in main- tenance and operation of water distribution and sewer collection facilities. Safe work practices. Ability to: Use tools, materials, and equipment used in a water distribution system. Perform heavy manual labor. Understand and carry out oral and written directions. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those connected in the course of work. Education and Experience Any combination equivalent to the education and experience that could likely provide -the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to acquire the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience One year of work experience involving water quality testing and water and sewer equipment operation. Education Specialized training in the operation and maintenance of water and sewer pumping facilities. Necessary Special Requirement 'Possession of a valid California driver's license. Possess within one year of employment as a Utilities Systems Operator II a Grade I Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the State of California. Utility Systems Operator III Knowledge of: Operation , care, and routine maintenance of mechanical equipment. IF 3 Tools and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of motors, pumps, valves, and other equipment associated with water distribution and sewer collection facilities. Effective water quality control practices and procedures involv- ing chemical testing and equipment maintenance. Use, purpose, and maintenance of hand tools. Safe work practices and procedures. Ability to: Perform maintenance operations on equipment used in water, valve, and sewer pumping operations. Assist in making minor repairs and adjustments to water, valve, and sewer pumping equipment. Perform a variety of skilled and semi -skilled tasks and general construction and maintenance activities. Determine repair requirements and make repairs to water, valve, and sewer pumping equipment. Perform heavy manual labor. Follow oral and written instructions. Reep records and make reports. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ex2erience and Education Any combination equivalent to the education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to acquire the knowledge and abilities would be: .Experience One year of work experience involving water quality testing and water and sewer equipment operation. Education Specialized training in the operation and maintenance of water and sewer pumping facilities. Necessary Special. Requirement Possession of a valid California driver's license. Possession of a Grade II Water Treatment Operator certificate issued by the State of California. r^'ATTACHMENT B w' MISCELLANEOUS EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE SCHEDULE CLASSIFICATION RANGE ACCOUNT CLERK I ACCOUNT CLERK II ACCOUNTANT ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN ASSISTANT CIVIL ENGINEER ASSISTANT PLANNER ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER ASSOCIATE PLANNER AUDIO VISUAL SPECIALIST BUILDING INSPECTOR BUILDING MAINTENANCE CARPENTER CLERK TYPIST I CLERK TYPIST IT CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR CONST.R17CTION SUPERVISOR CUSTODIAN DEPUTY CITY CLERK DEVELOP. PROCESS. COORDINATOR ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II EQUIPMENT MECHANIC I EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II EQUIPMENT MECHANIC LEADWORKER EQUIPMENT SERVICE WORKER LIBRARY ASSISTANT I .LIBRARY ASSISTANT II LIBRARY CLERK I LIBRARY CLERK II LIBRARIAN I LIBRARIAN II LIBRARIAN III MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN' I MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN II MAINTENANCE WORKER I CLASSIFICATION RANGE 17 METER READER/REPAIRER I 21 METER REAPER/REPAIRER II 35 METER SHOP SUPERVISOR 24 PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER II P42 PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER III P37 PARK SUPERVISOR P49 PALNNING TECHNICIAN P45 RECEPTIONIST CLERK P38 RECREATION SUPERVISOR I 38 RECREATION SUPERVISOR II 28 SANITATION SUPERVISOR 15 SECRETARY I 17 SECRETARY II 38 SECRETARY BOOKKEEPER 46 SECRETARY TO CITY ATTORNEY 16 SECRETARY TO CITY MANAGER 25 SENIOR CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR 29 SEWER MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 27 STENO CLERK I 34 STENO CLERK II 28 STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER II 30 STREET MAINTENANCE WORKER III 35 STREET MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 21 SWEEPER OPERATOR 24 TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER 29 TREE TRIMMER I 21 TREE TRIMMER II 23 TREE TRIMMER LEADWORKER P30 UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER II P36 UTILITY MAINTENANCE WORKER III P38 UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR II 28 UTILITY SYSTEMS OPERATOR III 30 WATER MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR 21 WATER PUMP SUPER`7SSOR 21 25 37 25 29 37 28 15 29 32 37 23 25 24 29 29 42 37 17 19 25 30' 37 29 51 23 27 31 25 30 27 29 37 37