Fire and Security Alarm Systems Foreworker (SEIU)

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

Pay Rate
SEIU FP Maintenance (Grade 825)
Step 76: $46.07/hour to Step 99: $60.22/hour

Reports To
Section Manager, Fire Life Safety Maintenance

Current Assignment
This Fire and Security Alarm Systems Foreworker posting will fill one (1) vacancy. The selection process for this posting will be used to determine the most qualified candidate. The highest rated qualified candidate from the selection process, as defined by the SEIU contract, will be offered the position, as determined by the Foreworker Evaluation Committee (FEC).

The Fire and Security Alarm Systems Foreworker, under general supervision, plans, directs, and reviews the work of the Fire and Security Alarm Systems Technicians involved in a variety of inspection, preventative maintenance, repair, installation and modification services related to sophisticated fire and security alarm electronic systems; provides instruction to staff about work and safety procedures; and performs related duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise as defined by the current assignment and have a demonstrated history of the following experience and knowledge:

• Leadership including exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines
• Technical knowledge of the work performed in this skill area
• Ability to read and write effectively
• Ability to analyze problems, make decisions and direct a work force
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing

Selection Process
This is a SEIU Local 1021 Bargaining unit position. The selection process will follow procedures pursuant to the Foreperson Evaluation Committee process specified in the SEIU Local 790 contract.

The Employment Office will screen bids/applications/resumes against the minimum qualifications. Those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the hiring department for further consideration. The selection process may involve a skills/performance test, written exam, and/or a panel interview. Outside applicants will not be considered until all employees who have applied have been considered first.

All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. On line applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself.

Application Process
All SEIU Local 1021 members MUST submit their bid forms in the bid box. Failure to comply may invalidate the employee's bid.

Current Non-SEIU employees are strongly encouraged to apply online, either at www.bart.gov/jobs, or on WebBART. Current Non-SEIU employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department, or by mailing it to P. O. Box 12688, Oakland, CA, 94604-2688.

On line or paper applications are considered to provide supplemental information and should not be considered a substitution for the bid form itself.

Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.

1. Prepares, plans and arranges daily work schedules for staff assigned to inspect, test, maintain and repair fire and security alarm systems throughout the District.
   
2. Assigns fire and security alarm systems work to individuals and ensures that work is performed to accepted standards and within established time frames; assesses and adjusts priorities to ensure that revenue operation impacts are minimized.
   
3. Reviews maintenance and repair work completed on fire and security alarm systems and equipment on District property.
   
4. Instructs staff in responding to and diagnosing all fire and security alarm system issues;
   
5. Ensures that staff maintain the proper records of services in the District's maintenance tracking software/systems.
   
6. Reviews performance of assigned staff, counsels employees and prepares documentation of deficiencies; resolves minor disputes and informs supervisors of disciplinary problems requiring action.
   
7. Interprets District policies and procedures to employees.
   
8. Ensures that necessary parts, tools, equipment and supplies are available; orders/requisitions stock or special parts and equipment as needed.
   
9. Holds regular safety meetings and discussions on shop issues; provides technical instruction to employees; monitors and enforces the use of protective equipment and safe work practices.
   
10. Requests support from other crafts and units when required; responds to requests for emergency repair and assesses such ongoing situations.
    
11. Maintains logs and records and prepares reports of work performed, labor hours and materials used.
    
12. Operates District vehicles to check on Fire and Security Alarm Systems Technicians and performs inspections on the work being performed at worksites throughout the District.

Education: Possession of a high school diploma, GED or recognized equivalent.

Note: A minimum of three (3) years of BART experience is required.

• Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be willing to work the off-shifts and emergency overtime if required.

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the installation, maintenance, modification, and repair of fire and security systems.
• Basic supervisory principles, including work assignment, instruction and review.
• Procedures for inspecting and determining the need for fire and security alarm systems maintenance or repair.
• Principles and practices of safety in fire and security alarm systems repair and maintenance, including working underground or in confined spaces.
• Procedures for ordering and requisitioning parts, tools and supplies.

• Planning, assigning, directing and reviewing the work of Fire and Security Alarm Systems Technicians.
• Instructing staff on work and safety procedures.
• Analyzing fire and security alarm systems repair and maintenance problems, establishing the scope of work required and recommending approach to the work.
• Preparing and maintaining accurate records, logs and reports; reading and interpreting diagrams and schematics.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines.

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The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov.

Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.