SSIP Jobs & Contracts Report Edition 3: March 2018

EDITION 03 | MARCH 2018
SEWER SYSTEM
SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
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SEWER
JOBS & CONTRACTS
About the Sewer System Improvement Program
The owner and operator of San Francisco’s sewer system, the San Francisco Public Utilities
Commission (SFPUC), has embarked upon the Sewer System Improvement Program (SSIP), a
20-year, multi-billion dollar citywide investment, to upgrade our aging sewer infrastructure to
ensure a reliable and seismically safe system now and for generations to come. An investment
in sewer infrastructure of this magnitude presents a once in a lifetime opportunity to:
• upgrade our aging sewer system to sustainably support all who live, work, and visit our
amazing City;
• provide training and support services for the community to access, and meaningfully
participate, on projects being constructed in their neighborhoods;
• create job opportunities and access to careers that provide living wages and benefits; and,
• provide opportunities for the startup and growth of small businesses.
A Success Story:
Derick Williams
Derick Williams, a native San Franciscan,
was in prison for 22 years. During his
incarceration, Derick enrolled in the
National Center for Construction Education
and Research Program to learn the theory
and practical application of construction
work. Upon his parole in early 2017,
Derick moved into a re-entry program on
Treasure Island where he began his path
to securing a livable wage and benefits as
a construction worker.
Derick’s skill, determination, persistence, and humble
character made a favorable impression on Western Water.
One Treasure Island, a CityBuild partner in training and job placement, contacted the SFPUC
on Derick’s behalf in an effort to help him find work in the City’s booming construction
industry. Staff from the SFPUC’s Workforce and Economic Program Services Bureau met with
Derick and, based on their assessment, arranged an introduction with the Superintendent
for Western Water Constructors, a contractor on one of the many projects taking place at the
SFPUC’s Southeast Treatment Plant (SEP).
Derick’s skill, determination, persistence, and humble character made a favorable impression
on Western Water and as a result the Superintendent offered him a chance as a journey-level
Laborer on the SEP 521/522 and Disinfection Upgrades Project. Derick has worked on the
project since September 2017 and his positive attitude and work ethic has earned him the
respect of his fellow workers and a spot in the Western Water family.
Making a Lasting Investment
With the SSIP’s infrastructure
investments, the SFPUC has
an opportunity to support San
Francisco’s ongoing economic vitality
by strengthening its neighborhoods,
businesses, and workforce through:
JOBS: The SSIP’s projects are covered
by the San Francisco Local Hiring Policy
for Construction and have a goal of
30%, meaning these hours must be
worked by San Francisco residents. For
apprenticeships (entry-level jobs) this
goal is 50%.
Percentage of hours worked
(required vs. actual)
Actual
Actual
Goal
30%
32%
All San Francisco
Residents
Goal
50%
66%
San Francisco
Apprentices
CONTRACTS: The City also has
a mandate for local community
contractors to participate. Although
the goals vary per contract the SFPUC
is committed to maximizing local
participation on every project.
THIS REPORT is designed to provide
a biannual snapshot of the jobs and
contracts provided by the SSIP and
serve as a resource guide for those
looking to get involved with this once in
a generation opportunity. The data in
this report is as of December 31, 2017.