Power Plant Control Operator Apprentice

City of Glendale, CA•Glendale, CA

36d

About The Position

This classification enters a formalized agreement to participate in a four-year training program of both on-the-job and classroom learning. Upon completion of this commitment, the apprentice is tested for the journey level proficiency. Apprentices are indentured to a joint labor/management committee that is responsible for every aspect of the apprentice's professional development. OPEN EXAMINATION - NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT FOR POWER PLANT CONTROL OPERATOR APPRENTICE IS AN UNCLASSIFIED, NON-CIVIL SERVICE, AT-WILL FULL TIME POSITION. WHILE EMPLOYED, THE INDIVIDUAL APPOINTED WILL RECEIVE THE SAME SALARY, BENEFITS AND LEAVE ACCRUALS AS COMPARABLE SALARIED CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEES.

Requirements

An equivalent combination of experience and education sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
No specific requirement.
Valid Class C California driver's license.
Work in a hot and noisy environment.
Work around oils and greases.
Stand and walk during shift operations.
Move equipment etc. weighing up to 50 pounds.
Climb stairs and ladders.
Work independently and/or in a team setting.
Comply with the National Standards Institute's requirements on practices for respiratory protection and hearing loss.
Use protective clothing and follow safety procedures when working with toxic chemicals.
Remain calm in emergencies.
Adhere to the schedule of problems and drawings set forth by the Joint Apprenticeship Committee.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service to all employees, customers, vendors and other City departments.
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
Work the necessary hours and times, including overtime as authorized for non-management staff, to complete goals, tasks, and objectives.
Ensure the duties of the position are performed in a safe and efficient manner.
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Foster a teamwork environment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Give and receive direction in English.
Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Operate or use all position-related software, equipment and tools effectively and safely.
Actively participate in maintaining a secure computing environment by adhering to and implementing City cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices. This includes understanding common cyber threats such as phishing and malware, and promptly reporting suspicious activities.