Institution Utility Worker – San Francisco Community College District (7524) - TPV - City and County of San Francisco

City College of San Francisco is an urban community college with locations throughout the city. Our vision is to provide a sustainable and accessible environment where we support and encourage student possibilities by building on the vibrancy of San Francisco and where we are guided by the principles of inclusiveness, integrity, innovation, creativity, and quality. We offer an affordable opportunity for students to earn associate degrees, prepare for transfer, and pursue career and technical education. This is an exciting time at City College of San Francisco and the right person can make a major impact. Be part of positive change as we transform this dynamic institution for a successful future.

Department: Facilities 

Salary Range:  $30.8695 - $37.5303 hourly

                          $64,209 - $78,063 annually

Application Opening: 12/18/2024

Application Deadline: 01/08/2025

Appointment Type: Temporary Provisional (TPV). This is a Temporary Provisional (TPV) position excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process. It is considered "at will" and shall serve at the discretion of the Department Head. This position will be subject to the Permanent Civil Service examination process at a later date. Successful participation in the Permanent Civil Service examination and selection through an open competitive process is needed in order to be considered for the permanent appointment.

Role Description

One (1) Temporary Provisional (TPV), full-time (40 hrs/week), full year positions.

Under the general supervision of the college recycling department; performs a variety of manual and general labor tasks in the connection with the operation and maintenance of the college’s sustainable waste management program and zero waste objectives. This position is responsible for all aspects of service; transport, collection, and maintenance of the college waste management programs at assigned center locations and performs related duties as required.

MAJOR, IMPORTANT, AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Collects, sorts, cleans and removes recycling materials around Ocean college campus buildings and centers; consolidates and loads recycling into on-site sorters and bins, recycling materials onto trucks for transport to disposal site, or into dumpsters for removal. Makes contact with appropriate vendors, such as recycling, garbage, and waste management and/or non-profit agencies for recycle, reuse, or refurbish.

2. Operates a motor vehicle while transporting a variety of items which include but not limited to recycling materials, refuse, equipment, furniture, food compost. This includes items for pick-up and/or delivery of recycling and related materials. Use forklift, hand tools, loader and lifters, and compaction equipment. May operate a motor vehicle in the transfer of recycling staff and/or student workers.

3. Performs all aspects of recycling and compost service collection and sorting. Assists Centers in daily waste management tasks.

4. Performs general maintenance and labor tasks related to all recycling and waste management operations. Maintains loading dock areas, and collection sites. Install zero-waste program infrastructure.

5. Assists in conducting waste audits. Applies informational signage.

6. Assists others in daily tasks related with recycling and waste management tasks.

7. Manages hazardous waste stream of electronics and universal waste.

8. Moves & dismantles furniture, perform minor repairs for the college Re-Use program.

9. Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Nature of Position: This position works with the college recycling, custodial and student work crews in collaboration with the college waste diversion goals, and the implementation of the San Francisco Recycling and Composting Ordinance. Waste management team has a work schedule that is followed at the various buildings on Ocean campus and centers. Recycling job specifics will apply to each Center facility; Require the following physical skills and work environment: the ability to drive to various work-related sites; to work occasionally on weekends and nights; and may involve some dirty and disagreeable work conditions. Employees will be required to lift 50 - 70 pounds depending upon the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. One year of experience in the maintenance of buildings and grounds; OR

2. Six months experience in Class 7524 Institutional Utility Worker, general labor, waste management, or recycling service fields ; AND

3. Possession of a valid Class C driver license (attach a copy to the application).

Desirable Qualifications

1. Experience and knowledge of zero waste policy, recycling, and compost applications in a community college setting
2. Responsible, motivated and able to work independently and in a team
3. Work experience related in waste management or recycling field and public sector or large groups.
4. Knowledge of environmental issues
5. Forklift driver certification and experience
6. Hand tool experience

Important Note: Please be clear in your application on how you meet the minimum qualifications listed above. Only the information entered in your application will be considered when determining whether you meet minimum qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.  

To be considered for this position, the following materials MUST be submitted. Substitutions of the required documents are not permitted. To upload these items, please attach using the “Additional Attachments” function within the application process.

• Cover letter expressing your interest in the position, specifically indicating how you meet the Minimum and Desirable Qualifications as listed in this announcement.
• Current Resume.
• Copy of all relevant transcripts and certificates.

Verification of Experience: Verification may be requested at any time during this recruitment and selection process. If requested, verification of experience needed to qualify must be submitted on the employer's letterhead and indicate the name of the applicant, job title, dates of employment, hours/week, and duties performed and must be signed by the supervisor and/or appropriate company representative.

Verification of experience may be waived if impossible to obtain. The applicant must submit a signed statement with the application explaining why verification cannot be obtained.  Waiver requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis.  Failure to submit the required verification or request for a waiver at the time of verification is requested may result in the rejection of the application.

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.

One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours of work experience (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40 hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above 40 hours a week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment. 

Additional information

Terms of Announcement: Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by the posting the correction on the Department of Human Resources website. The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 111A.35.1. Appeals must be submitted directly to the Executive Officer of the Civil Service Commission within five business days of the announcement issuance date.

To find Departments which use this classification, please see https://sfdhr.org/sites/default/files/documents/ASO-Level-Chart.pdf?documentID=21246.

In line with the Official Public Health Order to slow the spread of COVID-19, “shelter-in-place” has been issued for all San Francisco residents that is expected to be in effect until further notice. As a result, Department of Human Resources (DHR)’s office (located at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103) is currently closed to the general public. If you have any questions, please feel free to email the Exam Analyst listed at the end this job ad. 

Medical Examination: Prior to appointment, at the Department’s expense, applicants may be required to take a tuberculosis (TB) screening test, medical examination, and/or drug test.

Benefits: New employees hired on or after October 1, 2013 will contribute 2% of salary to the San Francisco Retiree Health Care Trust Fund (RHCTF).

ADA Statement: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in this hiring process should contact the Title 5/EEO/ADA Compliance Officer at 415/452-5053 to make the necessary arrangements. Please be aware that verification of a covered disability under the ADA may be required.

EEO Statement: It is the policy of the City College of San Francisco to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, religion, age, gender, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, disability or AIDS/HIV status, medical conditions, gender identity, or status as a Vietnam-Era veteran. These categories specifically include status as a lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning person in any District program or activity. For further information, contact the Title 5/EEO/ADA Compliance Officer at (415) 452-5053.

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.

New Hires: As approved by the governing Board of the San Francisco Community College District, beginning October 1, 2021, City College of San Francisco requires that new and current employees, students, and business partners participate in the COVID Safety Campaign. All parties entering CCSF facilities must demonstrate proof of COVID vaccination in compliance with current CDC and SFDPH guidelines. New hires must submit documentation for verification to the Human Resources Department.

Additional Information:

• Information About The Hiring Process 
• General Information concerning City and County of San Francisco Employment Policies and Procedures 
• Conviction History 
• Employee Benefits Overview   
• Equal Employment Opportunity  
• Disaster Service Worker 
• ADA Accommodation 
• Veterans Preference 
• Seniority Credit in Promotional Exams 
• Right to Work 
• Copies of Application Documents 

Diversity Statement  

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.