HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES - 01062015 - C.29RECOMMENDATION(S):
ADOPT Position Adjustment Resolution No. 21581 to add two (2) Electronic Systems Specialist (PEWE)
(represented) positions at salary plan and grade QS5 1482 ($4,687-$5,697) and two (2) Steamfitter (GFVA)
(represented) positions at salary plan and grade QE5 1707 ($5,857-$6,457) in the Public Works Department.
FISCAL IMPACT:
It is expected that in Fiscal Year 2014/2015, there will be an initial cost of $139,142 since the department does not
anticipate filling these positions until March of 2015. (100% Charge outs) The pension total cost is estimated to be
$88,852, annually.
BACKGROUND:
Since 2007, through attrition, the Public Works Department has lost two Electronic Systems Specialist positions,
which has affected our ability to maintain critical systems with regard to the safety and security of County buildings.
Because County buildings must be accessible and in centralized locations, they are particularly vulnerable to security
issues and must have
APPROVE OTHER
RECOMMENDATION OF CNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD
COMMITTEE
Action of Board On: 01/06/2015 APPROVED AS
RECOMMENDED
OTHER
Clerks Notes:
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
AYE:John Gioia, District I Supervisor
Candace Andersen, District II
Supervisor
Mary N. Piepho, District III
Supervisor
Karen Mitchoff, District IV
Supervisor
Federal D. Glover, District V
Supervisor
Contact: Kelli Zenn, 925-313-2108
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of an action taken and entered on the minutes of the Board
of Supervisors on the date shown.
ATTESTED: January 6, 2015
David J. Twa, County Administrator and Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
By: Chris Heck, Deputy
cc: Eva Barrios, James Hicks, Kelli Zenn
C. 29
To:Board of Supervisors
From:Julia R. Bueren, Public Works Director/Chief Engineer
Date:January 6, 2015
Contra
Costa
County
Subject:ADD two Electronic Systems Specialist positions and two Steamfitter positions in the Public Works Department
BACKGROUND: (CONT'D)
the proper technology and security procedures in place while maintaining accessibility and convenience. The
Electronic Systems Specialist analyzes security needs, installs, maintains tests and repairs electronic safety,
warning and security equipment. The Electronic Systems Specialist also has responsibility for fire and special
alarms in County buildings. By adding two Electronic Systems Specialist positions, we will be able to keep our
security and fire systems up to date and maintained properly while also minimizing overtime costs to the Public
Works Department.
Since 2003, through attrition, the Public Works Department has lost four Steamfitter positions, which has
decreased the number of hours allotted for Steamfitter services, creating an adverse effect on such services to
County buildings. Steamfitters install, maintain and repair heating, cooling, refrigeration, and plumbing systems in
County buildings. Since many of the County buildings are open to the public, there is a significant need for
Steamfitter services in these buildings to maintain the system of pipes that carry clean water to County workers
and the public. Additionally, the County Hospital is filled with complicated life-saving technology that requires
reliable sources of water which our Steamfitters help to ensure. Plumbing fixtures and equipment play a very
important role in reducing the risk of infection in hospitals, from the way patients, doctors, and staff use plumbing
fixtures to the many piping systems behind the wall that convey fluids. By adding two Steamfitter positions, we
will be able to achieve our goal of responding to all work order requests in a timely and efficient manner and
ensure that patients and workers alike in the County Hospital remain comfortable and healthy.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this action is not carried out, the Facilities Services Division of the Public Works Department will not be able to
complete work orders and will have to redistribute the workload which will cause delays in project start and
completion dates and delays in the performance of general maintenance for County Departments.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
No impact.
ATTACHMENTS
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