Engineering Aide (Electric)

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Engineering Aide (Electric)

Salary

$78,246.00 - $100,037.52 Annually

Location

Santa Clara, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

05-24-460A

Department

Electric Utility

Opening Date

01/22/2024

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

7

Weighting Plan

100% Oral Exam

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Description

This recruitment is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis. The first review of applications will be on February 19, 2024. If you are interested in applying you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, before the position is closed.

DESCRIPTION:

Silicon Valley Power, Maps & Records department has an excellent opportunity for the position of Engineering Aide (Electric). Job responsibilities include, prepares scaled and dimensioned plans based on sketches prepared by engineering estimating personnel, maintains records of as-builts and updates existing SVP maps and records utilizing ESRI-based GIS applications, Maintains master map files, including such records of block maps, street light maps, fiber communication, electric utility single line and operating diagrams and other maps, Performs computing and drafting operations in AutoCAD, involved in checking drawings of electric utility facilities, perform other duties as assigned.

THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT. MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.

The annual salary range for this position is $78,246.00 - $100,037.52. This position will be filled at or near the bottom of the salary range.

Typical Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Under general supervision:

• Participates in field survey activities such as assisting with measuring and recording distances and elevation using Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment

• Prepares maps and drawings using geographic information system (GIS) tools to place symbols and apply color codes for the identification of facilities

• Receives, reviews, provides comments, files, and returns maps, documents, and plans using AUTOCAD

• Performs scaling and dimensioning to verify the accuracy of maps and plans

• Assists in conducting field inventory of existing primary and secondary conductors, transformers, switches, poles, pole attachments, manholes, and conduit locations

• Draws and updates electrical schematic diagrams, panel wiring diagrams, substation layout drawings using AUTOCAD, and organizes associated documentation

• Prepares scaled and dimensioned plans, using AUTOCAD based on sketches prepared by engineering/estimating personnel

• Operates a computer and standard office plotting/copying equipment

• Conducts records research including job files, property ownership, easement and right-of-way records

• Maintains records of equipment databases, log books, and map inventories

• Operates passenger vehicles requiring Class C driver's license

• Orders office drafting supplies, manages outside reproduction services, and coordinates vendor services for office drafting equipment maintenance

• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited junior college with an Associate of Arts degree or higher in engineering or its equivalent, including satisfactory completion of college level courses in writing, mathematics, engineering and related courses; and

• One (1) year working with geographic information system (GIS) tools and systems or one (1) year working with computer-aided drafting (AUTOCAD).

Desirable Qualifications:

• One year (1) experience working with computer-aided drafting (AUTOCAD) and one year (1) experience working with geographic information system (GIS).

• Completion of courses in GIS and AUTOCAD.

Possible Substitutions:

• Three (3) years of work experience performing mapping/drafting activities of electric utility facilities, involving the use of CAD and GIS systems and tools may substitute for the required education and experience.

LICENSE

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Employees are required to pass initial and periodic comprehensive background checks, which may include fingerprinting, to meet Federal, State and/or industry security requirements.

• Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment.

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: This position qualifies for Veteran’s Preference Points. Applicants who have separated from service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (Form DD214) with their application at time of filing or will be ineligible to have points added to their final score.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• General principles of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and mechanical drawing

• Principles and practices of engineering drafting and basic graphic design

• Standard personal computer hardware and software, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs

• Document control, retrieval, and filing systems

Ability to:

• Prepare neat and accurate drawings, diagrams, dimensions, representations, and schematics using GIS and CAD tools

• Select and use appropriate drafting, and duplicating equipment and materials

• Read, interpret and apply engineering terminology and symbols

• Retrieve, file, and code drawings and diagrams and prepare brief reports

• Maintain organized and complete records

• Utilize ESRI Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

• Utilize AutoDesk AutoCAD software applications

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• Understand and comprehend oral and written directions and instructions

• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet strict deadlines

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including the general public

• Work in a team based environment and achieve common goals

• Deal tactfully and courteously with others

• Walk, sit, or stand for extended periods of time

• Perform moderate physical labor including bending, stooping, crawling, climbing, and lifting as necessary to perform assigned duties.

Additional Information:

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applications must be filled out completely (i.e. do not write “see resume or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov . This recruitment is open until filled and applications will be screened every 2-3 weeks. The first review of applications will be on February 19, 2024.

The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov .

City of Santa Clara Benefit Summary Overview for Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8

Employees Association

This summary provides a brief overview of the City of Santa Clara's benefits available to Bargaining Unit #5, 7, & 8 employees in 2024. In the event of any conflict between the information in this summary and the applicable official plan documents, City Manager's Directives (CMDs), Personnel and Salary Resolution, or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the applicable official plan documents, CMDs, Personnel and Salary Resolution, or MOU will prevail over this summary. Benefits are subject to change.

Retirement:

• Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)

• Classic Employees: 2.7% @ age 55 formula – employee pays 8.00% of gross pay, minus $61 bi-weekly

• New Employees: 2.0% @ age 62 formula – employee pays 7.00% of gross pay

• Medicare and Social Security (FICA)

• Employee pays 6.20% up to $10,397.40 (Social Security) and 1.45% (Medicare) of gross pay

Health Insurance:

• City contribution up to 90% of the Kaiser Family premium per month, based on enrollment in a CalPERS health plan

• Employees electing health coverage with premiums above the City health contribution will pay additional premium costs from salary on a pre-tax basis

• The City’s contribution is prorated based on scheduled hours for part time employees

• Coverage is effective as early as the first day of the month after date of hire

• If an employee enrolls in a plan with a monthly premium that is less than $946.86, they will be paid the difference in cash

• Employees hired on or after 1/1/2022 who opt-out of City-offered health insurance and provide annual attestation and acceptable proof of alternative required coverage for themselves and their tax family, if applicable, are eligible for a cash-in-lieu amount of $250/month. Contact Human Resources for more details

Dental Insurance:

• Choice of two Delta Dental plans; enrollment is mandatory

• City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee

• Coverage is effective as early as the first day of the month after date of hire

Vision Insurance:

• Choice of two VSP plans

• City pays lowest cost employee only plan; additional cost is paid by employee

• Coverage is effective as early as the first day of the month after date of hire

Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA):

• City contributes $50.00 a month toward employee's VEBA account

• Account funds may be used to pay for qualified medical expenses after separation from the City and after age 50 (pre-tax)

Life Insurance:

• City pays for $15,000 of Basic Life Insurance coverage

• Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment

• Additional optional insurance may be purchased by the employee for the employee, spouse, domestic partner, and/or dependent children

State Disability Insurance (SDI):

• Employee pays 1.1% of gross pay (includes Paid Family Leave)

• 7 day waiting period. Weekly paid leave for absences due to non-work related injuries/illnesses. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information

Paid Family Leave (PFL):

• Up to 8 weeks of benefits within a 12-month period to care for a family member or to bond with a new child

• No waiting period. Weekly paid leave benefit. Benefit is based on past earnings. Refer to edd.ca.gov for more information

Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance:

• Benefit is 2/3 of basic wage up to $7,500; max of $5,000/month

• City pays $.558/$100 of insured earnings

• 30 calendar day waiting period

• Coverage is effective the first of the month after one calendar month of employment

Deferred Compensation:

• Voluntary plan through Nationwide Retirement Solutions

• Employee may contribute up to the lesser of the IRS maximum or 100% of gross compensation into a pre-tax 457(b) account or a post-tax Roth 457(b) account (or a combination of the two accounts) subject to IRS rules

Flexible Spending Account (IRS Section 125 Plan):

• Employee may contribute up to $3,200 per year in pre-tax dollars to a health care spending account

• Employee may contribute up to $5,000 per year in pre-tax dollars to a dependent care spending account

• Employee may contribute up to $315 per month in pre-tax dollars to a commuter benefit plan

Vacation:

• Vacation is accrued bi-weekly, cannot use vacation during first 6 months of City service

• For 1 - 4 years of service: 10 days (80 hours)/year

• For 5 - 9 years of service: 15 days (120 hours)/year

• For 10 - 15 years of service: 21 days (168 hours)/year

• For 16 - 20 years of service: 22 days (176 hours)/year

• For 21+ years of service: 24 days (192 hours)/year

• Maximum vacation accrual is 450 hours

• Once per year, employees can elect to convert up to 40 hours of accrued vacation to cash to be paid out the following calendar year

Sick Leave:

• Sick leave is accrued bi-weekly for equivalent of 96 hours per calendar year with no maximum accrual

• Up to 48 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for family illness

• Up to 40 hours/year of accumulated sick leave may be used for personal leave

• Employee may convert sick leave to vacation once per calendar year (annual maximum conversion is 96 hours sick to 48 hours vacation)

• Partial sick leave payoff provision on retirement depending on years of service

Non-Management Leave:

• 24 hours of non-management leave credited to employees each January 1st

• New employees hired between January 1st and June 30th receive 24 hours of non-management leave their first year

• New employees hired between July 1st and December 31st receive 12 hours of non-management leave their first year

• Unused non-management leave may not be carried over from one calendar year to the next

Compensatory Time Off (CTO):

• Employees may accrue CTO in lieu of overtime hours (maximum accrual is set by department)

• 16 hours of CTO is credited to employees each January 1st (prorated if hired after January 1st)

Holidays:

• Seventeen paid eight-hour holidays per year (13 & 4 holidays between 12/25 to 1/1 of following year)

Reimbursements/Allowances (for specific classifications):

• Raingear: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications

• Safety Boots: Upt to $237 per fiscal year for eligible employees

• Walking Shoes: Up to $120 per fiscal year for eligible classifications (See MOU for details)

• Tools: $500 per fiscal year reimbursement for Auto Foreperson classification

• Phone allowance of $80/month for Senior Key Customer Representative(s) and Key Customer Representative(s) job classifications

Bilingual Pay:

• Certified bilingual employees are eligible for $55/bi-weekly bilingual pay

Night Differential Pay:

• Librarians and library support employees whose regular assignments are to City libraries are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m.

• All other employees are eligible for 5.0% night differential pay for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. so long as they work a minimum of 2 consecutive hours between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.

Standby Pay:

• Employees in the classification of Electric Utility Programmer Analyst, Electric Utility Network Administrator, and Senior Energy Systems Analyst are eligible for standby pay of $100/week when assigned to work standby

Tuition Reimbursement Program:

• Up to $2,000 per fiscal year for tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program:

• Confidential counseling to employees and dependents. Up to maximum of five (5) consultations per family member per incident per year

• City paid benefit

Retiree Medical Reimbursement Program:

• Employees who retire from the City with at least ten (10) years of service shall receive reimbursement to help cover retiree single health insurance premiums. The reimbursement maximum includes the PEMHCA minimum.

• Up to age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $416/month in 2024 (amount adjusted annually)

• After age 65, retirees are eligible for reimbursement up to $249/month in 2024 (amount adjusted annually)

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Please select how you meet the minimum education requirement:

• I possess at least an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited junior college or higher in engineering or its equivalent, including satisfactory completion of college level courses in writing, mathematics, engineering and related courses.

• I DO NOT possess at least an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited junior college or higher in engineering or its equivalent, including satisfactory completion of college level courses in writing, mathematics, engineering and related courses.

02

Please explain how you meet the minimum education requirement:

03

Please select how you meet the experience requirement:

• I possess at least one (1) year working with geographic information system (GIS) tools and systems OR one (1) year working with computer-aided drafting (AUTOCAD).

• I possess at least one (1) year experience working with computer-aided drafting (AUTOCAD) AND one (1) year experience working with geographic information system (GIS).

• I possess at least three (3) years of work experience performing mapping/drafting activities of electric utility facilities, involving the use of CAD and GIS systems and tools.

• I DO NOT possess any of the options above.

04

Please explain how you meet the minimum experience requirement.

05

Please explain how you meet the desirable qualifications requirement (if any). If none, indicate N/A. • One year (1) experience working with computer-aided drafting (AUTOCAD) and one year (1) experience working with geographic information system (GIS). • Completion of courses in GIS and AUTOCAD.

06

Please describe your experience with the CAD software listed below including any courses or certificates earned. o ESRI ArcEditor o AutoDesk AutoCAD o O-Calc Pro o Others

07

Please describe your experience as it relates to utilities and any experience particular to Mapping and Records.

08

Please describe a time when you realized you needed additional skills or knowledge to be successful. What was your approach to gain these skills?

09

Describe a situation when you had a conflict at work and how did you handle it?

10

If you served on active military duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for at least 18 consecutive months or received a military discharge attributable to a service-connected injury or illness, you may qualify to have five (5) Veteran's Preference Points added to your final examination score. Applicants who have separated from active military service (Active Duty Status) must submit proof of honorable discharge (DD214) at time of application to qualify for Veteran's Preference Points.

By selecting "Yes" below, you acknowledge your DD214 must be attached to your application to receive the Veteran's Preference Points. If you do not attach your DD214 at time of application, you will be ineligible to receive Veteran's Preference Points.

• Yes

• No

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