Career Opportunity

7273-Communications Line Worker Supervisor II

Recruitment: RTF0153251-00604387

Published: December 04, 2024

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About:

Why Work for the Department of Technology (DT)? DT is the centralized technology services provider in the City and County of San Francisco (CCSF). We deliver technology infrastructure and services to approximately 33,000 employees! With an annual operating budget of over $140M and approximately 300 employees, DT provides a host of services that range from Public Safety radio and wiring and Network services to Enterprise Support and the Cloud.

Benefits of Working for CCSF:  In addition to challenging and rewarding work, the City provides a generous suite of benefits to its employees.

• Competitive pay, as well as pension and robust retirement options. 
• Generous paid time off, family leave, and more!
• Diverse work environment in a diverse city
• Career development and growth — move between departments, learn on the job, or take subsidized/reimbursed classes!

PEOPLE-CENTERED SOLUTIONS — have a powerful, meaningful effect on the community each day with people at the heart of every solution!

CLOSING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE — bring the benefits of the internet to low-income and marginalized residents!

SHINE A LIGHT ON WHAT MATTERS — join an award-winning production team at SFGovTV to help residents watch legislators or learn more about what makes this City great!

DRIVE INNOVATION — deliver new, cutting-edge technology to residents and city partners to help San Francisco serve its residents!

Role description

Under general direction, the 7273-Communications Line Worker Supervisor II supervises the activities of field crews engaged in the construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground police, fire and other emergency communication systems. 

Examples of Important and Essential Duties:

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Plans, assigns, supervises, inspects and evaluates the activities of subordinate supervisors and their crews of line workers engaged in the installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground communication and traffic signal systems and equipment Plans and coordinates the work of subordinate supervisors and related personnel involved construction, maintenance and repair of underground and overhead police, fire, traffic and other emergency communications systems.

2. Makes field inspections of work in progress.

3. Prepares time and material cost estimates for work projects.

4. Requisitions materials and supplies.

5. Trains and supervises field crew.

6. Responds to emergencies, and reported malfunctioning.

7. Prepares written reports to document daily activities of field crews.

8. Drives city vehicle.

9. Makes and interprets maps, sketches and drawings for the installation of emergency communication systems.

10. Coordinates job site usage.

11. Attends various meetings and acts as liaison to other city departments.

12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Type:

This Permanent Exempt (PEX), Full Time position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive civil service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the appointment officer. The anticipated duration of this project position is eighteen (18) months and will not result in an eligible list or permanent civil service hiring.

Nature of Work:

Incumbent must be willing to work 40-hour week as determined by the department.  Travel within San Francisco may be required.

The incumbent must be a resident of the State of California or be willing to relocate within 4 weeks of beginning employment with the City and County of San Francisco.

The City and County of San Francisco does not sponsor visas. If you have an F1 student visa, the City will not sponsor the “optional practical training” requirement. All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they are legally able to work in the United States without visa sponsorship by the employer.

Work Location:

Incumbent will conduct the majority of work at the Department of Technology, (200 Paul Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124).  However, there may be situations where the incumbent will be required to work at other sites throughout the City of San Francisco as necessary.

How to qualify

Experience: Four (4) years of verifiable journey-level experience as an electrical line worker in the construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground police, fire and other emergency communication systems and traffic signal systems and equipment. Three (3) years of this experience must have been supervising construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground police, fire and other emergency communication systems and traffic signal systems and equipment.

License: Valid Class C driver's license.

Desirable Qualifications: 

Experience with planning, designing, estimating, and installing fiber.

Experience with working on high and low voltage infrastructure. 

Knowledge of: Inspection techniques and procedures, knowledge of electrical theory; fundamentals and national electric codes; knowledge of safety practices and procedures; knowledge of overhead (pole line) and underground construction; knowledge of emergency communication systems maintenance, operation and installation.

Ability to: Read and interpret and make maps; ability to supervise and train staff; ability to communicate orally and in writing; human relations ability; ability to utilize a personal computer; ability to operate equipment and tools; ability to drive a motor vehicle.

NOTE:

1. MEDICAL TESTING: Prior to appointment, eligible candidates must successfully pass the medical testing process.

2. SECURITY CLEARANCES AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Positions in this classification may require that successful candidates who become eligible for appointment may be required to go through a background investigation to determine the candidate's suitability for employment in this classification. Factors considered in the investigation may include employment history, use of illegal/controlled substances. Reasons for rejection based on this investigation may include, but not limited to: applicable convictions, repeated or serious violations of the law, inability to accept supervision, inability to follow rules and regulations, falsification of application materials and/or other relevant factors. Failure to obtain and maintain security clearance may be basis for termination.

Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point in the application and/or departmental selection process. Written verification (proof) of qualifying experience must verify that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications stated on the announcement. Written verification must be submitted on employer’s official letterhead, specifying name of employee, dates of employment, types of employment (part-time/full-time), job title(s), description of duties performed, and the verification must be signed by the employer. City employees will receive credit for the duties of the class to which they are appointed. Credit for experience obtained outside of the employee’s class will be allowed only if recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Civil Service Commission Rules. Experience claimed in self-employment must be supported by documents verifying income, earnings, business license and experience comparable to the minimum qualifications of the position. Copies of income tax papers or other documents listing occupations and total earnings must be submitted. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=456.

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

What else should I know?

Compensation: $68.8625 - $83.7125 (hourly)/$143,234 - $174,122 (annually) 

How to Apply:

• Application Deadline: December 20, 2024 at 11:59PM.
  • Your application MUST include a resume.  To upload, please attach using the "additional attachments" function.

You may contact Lawlun Leung via email at lawlun.leung@sfgov.org with questions regarding this opportunity.

Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. Mailed, hand delivered or faxed documents/applications will not be accepted.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.