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The County of Los Angeles IRRIGATION AND LAWN SPRINKLER FITTER in Los Angeles, California
IRRIGATION AND LAWN SPRINKLER FITTER
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IRRIGATION AND LAWN SPRINKLER FITTER
Salary
$79,144.32 Annually
Location
Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
C7268E
Department
PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date
11/20/2024
Closing Date
12/6/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Questions
Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER:
C7268E
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:
Open Competitive Job Opportunity
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD:
We will begin accepting applications on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. Pacific Time (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Friday, December 6, 2024.
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment.
Don't miss an opportunity to join our team!
Essential Job Functions
An IRRIGATION AND LAWN SPRINKLER FITTER is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions:
Completes the installation, alteration, and/or repair of various irrigation sprinkler systems (e.g., commercial irrigation systems, partial residential irrigation systems)by interpreting sprinkler system requirements; reviewing and interpreting applicable codes (e.g., building, residential, commercial, Universal Plumbing Code) and blueprints; using appropriate systems (e.g., Wi-fi, proprietary control software (i.e., irrigation timers)); responding to questions from stakeholders (e.g., homeowners, general public); ordering relevant materials and supplies; selecting appropriate solar systems; and selecting appropriate methods and processes for installation (e.g., line size, spacing, type of head) in order to ensure tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner; and protect and prevent cross contamination of potable water systems.
Maintains irrigation sprinkler systems complete with low voltage (i.e., 24 volt) electric components (e.g., irrigation valves, master irrigation valves, solenoid valves) by using appropriate control systems (e.g., irrigation timers); checking for signs of leakage and accurate spray patterns; certifying that there are no obstructions of water flow to vegetation; repairing all parts of the system (e.g., mains, feeders, risers, all types of heads); servicing and repairing backflow devices; and replacing, as needed in order to ensure sprinkler systems are performing to full potential; and protect and prevent cross contamination of potable water systems.
Consults with supervisor or higher-level staff (e.g., Engineers) on highly complex irrigation and lawn sprinkler projects (e.g., median remodels, facility landscaping projects) by attending and/or conducting on-site job meetings to discuss project requirements; and reviewing documentation (e.g., irrigation blueprints, irrigation sizing charts, pressure and flow demand) in order to ensure the proper installation, alteration and/or repair of sprinkler systems.
Assists in trenching operations (e.g., new irrigation systems, repair of irrigation systems)by determining and marking trenches for new underground irrigation systems; driving to project sites; witnessing or performing pressure tests; and verifying pressure test results in order to ensure that trenches are excavated as required; and to ensure existing irrigation systems are not damaged.
Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience
Five years' experience in lawn and landscape sprinkler installation, alteration, and repair work, one year of which must have been at the *journey-level.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*Journey-level experience is defined as possessing the required knowledge, skills, and training to perform a full-range of irrigation and lawn sprinkler fitter maintenance work independently, reliably, and safely.
PHYSICAL CLASS:
III - Moderate: Includes standing, or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
LICENSE:
A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions.
LICENSE INFORMATION: Successful applicants for positions that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.
Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
The examination will consist of two (2) parts:
PART I:A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at 55%, assessing:
Achievement
Mechanical Comprehension
Responsibility
Safety Orientation
Teamwork
Thoroughness
Following Instructions
MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
PART II:An Evaluation of Training and Experience (T&E), weighted at 45%, assessing:
• Professional/Technical Knowledge of:
o Irrigation Sprinkler System Regulatory Codes o Irrigation Sprinkler System Design• Hand Tool Usage
• Irrigation Software Usage
Applicants must meet the Selection Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the combined scores for Part I and II in order to be placed on the eligible list.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.
TEST PREPARATION:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/. Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY 12 MONTHS.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction historyunless you receive a contingent offer of employment.The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The list of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout Public Works as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet theRequirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, and description of work performed. All information included in the application materials is subject toVERIFICATIONat any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:Prime Variance Reports (PVRs), also known as Master Time Records, are not accepted, or required as part of the application process; this includes the selection interview and the background-check.
Important Notes:
FALSIFICATIONof any information may result inDISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
UtilizingVERBIAGEfrom Class Specification and/or Requirements serving as your description of dutiesWILL NOT be sufficient to meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONand you may beDISQUALIFIED.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
Apply online by clicking on the green “Apply” button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add jlal@dpw.lacounty.gov , KLent@hr.lacounty.gov, JHines@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com,talentcentral@shl.com,noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, please email TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD:All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Department Contact Name: Joann Lal
Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: jlal@dpw.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141
Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
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1.Completing Your Application:
a. Before submission of the application, it is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided is correct and complete on the application. Incomplete applications cannot be accepted.
b. List each payroll title separately for each job. Do not group your experience. Specify the beginning and ending dates for each job. If you are a Los Angeles County employee and have held multiple positions, do NOT list all of your time with the County under your present payroll title.
c. Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
d. To receive credit, include required documents (e.g., copy of your diploma, transcript, certificate, or license) as directed on the job posting. International degrees in a foreign language must be translated to English and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Refer to the job posting for specific deadlines for supporting documentation.
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b. You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of appointment unless other age limits are stated on the job posting. The Federal Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of age for any individual age 40 or older.
c. Experience is evaluated on the basis of a verifiable 40- hour week, unless specified otherwise. Prorated part-time experience may be acceptable.
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Veteran’s Credit: In all open competitive examinations, a veteran’s credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examinations will be added to the final passing grade of an honorably discharged veteran who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under any of the following conditions: During a declared war; -or- During the period April 28, 1952 through July 1, 1955; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred after January 31, 1955, and before October 15, 1976; -or- During the Gulf War from August 2, 1990 through January 2, 1992; -or- For more than 180 consecutive days, other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on August 31, 2010 the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; -or- In a campaign or expedition for which a campaign medal or expeditionary medal has been authorized and awarded. Any Armed Forces Expeditionary medal or campaign badge, including El Salvador, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Southwest Asia, Somalia, and Haiti qualifies for credit.
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Background Check: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.
Career Planning: Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application athttps://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov/#/.
Benefit Information: Depending on the position, the successful candidate will enroll in a contributory defined benefit pension plan if the candidate is a “new member” of the County’s defined benefit plan (LACERA) on or after January 1, 2013 (first employed by the County on or after December 1, 2012) – unless she or he established reciprocity with another public retirement system in which she or he was a member before January 1, 2013. It should be noted that County employees do not pay into Social Security, but do pay the Medical Hospital Insurance Tax portion of Social Security at a rate of 1.45%. The Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) has reciprocal agreements with several public retirement systems in California.
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Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.
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I understand the above information and instructions.
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It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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TRAINING & EXPERIENCE EVALUATIONIrrigation and Lawn Sprinkler FitterGeneral Information:This Training & Experience (T&E) Questionnaire is a self-assessment. You will respond to questions about your experience related to having acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform theIrrigation and Lawn Sprinkler Fitterposition. All information that you provide is subject to verification. The assessment will evaluate the following competencies:
1.Professional/Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of regulatory codes for irrigation sprinkler systems, including provisions of building, residential, and commercial codes, and Universal Plumbing Code. This includes knowledge of requirements for various sprinkler systems (e.g., commercial irrigation systems, partial residential irrigation systems) and backflow devices.
2.Professional/Technical Knowledge – General understanding of irrigation sprinkler system design, such as line size, types of lines (e.g., schedule 40 PVC pipes, purple irrigation piping, piping pressure rating), spacing, type of head, irrigation control timers, backflow devices, etc.
3.Mechanical Aptitude – Applies knowledge of mechanical principles, theories, and methods.Understands how hand tools (e.g., reciprocal saw, drill motors, grinder, mechanical vacuum, threading machine) operate (e.g., proper and safe use, maintenance requirements, troubleshooting procedures, how to resolve the issue). Applies mechanical means to reduce effort and increase speed and efficiency.
4.Using Technology - Ability to use applicable software programs.Is able to use computer applications or programs used on the job (e.g., proprietary control software (i.e., irrigation timers), word processing, e-mail, web browsers, etc.).
This assessment is weighted45%. All completed questionnaires will be scored according to standardized criteria.
Instructions for CompletionCarefully read the official County job bulletin for this examination.
You will receive points for each question based on the response(s) you provide. You will receive zero points for any question on which you do not provide a response.
Certification Statement
By completing the following, I hereby attest that all information I have provided in this T&E Questionnaire is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my supervisor(s) to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts violates Civil Service Rules and may subject me to actions including removal from this examination.
Furthermore,I certify that I will not disclose the questions used in this examination to any candidate nor will I provide any information to anyone concerning anything related to the questions posed to me other than concerned parties in an official protest or appeal.I understand that violation of this agreement can result in my disqualification from this examination as provided by Civil Service Rules.
I understand the above information and instructions.
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Do you possess a current and valid Los Angeles County Public Health Backflow Tester certification?
Yes
No
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If you selected yes for question 4, did you attach a legible copy of your Los Angeles County Public Health Backflow Tester certificate to your application? (If you did not, supporting documentation must be e-mailed to Jlal@dpw.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days from the last day of filing your online application.)
Yes
No
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Do you possess a current and valid State of California Contractors (C-27) license?
Yes
No
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if you selected yes for question 6, did you attach a legible copy of your State of California Contractors (C-27) license to your application? (If you did not, supporting documentation must be e-mailed to jlal@dpw.lacounty.gov within five (5) business days from the last day of filing your online application.)
Yes
No
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How many years of journey-level* experience do you possess in the installation, alteration, and repair of irrigation sprinkler systems (e.g., lawn, landscape)?
Journey-level staff are assigned the full-range and diversity of work, and may operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.
I do not have this experience.
Less than 2 years
2 years to less than 3 years
3 years to less than 4 years
4 years to less than 5 years
5 years or more
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If you selected having experience for question 8, in the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in the areas of responsibility listed, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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How many years of experience do you possess in maintaining irrigation sprinkler systems (e.g., lawn, landscape) complete with low voltage (i.e., 24 voltage) electric components (e.g., irrigation valves, master irrigation valves, solenoid valves)?
I do not have this experience.
Less than 5 years
5 years to less than 6 years
6 years to less than 7 years
7 years to less than 8 years
8 years or more
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If you selected having experience for question 10, in the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in areas of responsibility listed, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Which of the following low voltage (i.e., 24 volt) electric valves do you have *journey-level experience in maintaining forat least two years? (Select All that Apply) *Journey-level experience is defined as possessing the required knowledge, skills, and training to perform a full-range of irrigation and lawn sprinkler fitter maintenance work independently, reliably, and safely.
irrigation valves
master irrigation valves
solenoid valves
I do not have this experience.
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If you selected having experience for question 12, and selected the type of low voltage electric valves you have experience with, in the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in the listed areas of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Which of the following irrigation sprinkler system lines do you have *journey-level experience installing, altering, and/or repairing forat least two years? (Select All that Apply)
*Journey-level staff are assigned the full-range and diversity of work, and may operate with fairly significant freedom from day-to-day supervision and need little or no guidance on such matters as selecting appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, locating appropriate regulations, or applying proper procedures to carry out work.
schedule 40 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipes
schedule 80 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipes
purple irrigation piping
pressure rated piping
I do not have this experience.
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For question 14, if you have 2 years' experience and selected the type of Irrigation sprinkler system lines you have experience with, in the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in the listed areas of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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Which of the following hand tools have you used for the installation, alteration, and/or repair of irrigation sprinkler systems (e.g., lawn, landscape)? (Select All that Apply)
Backflow testing kit
mechanical vacuum
threading machine
I do not have this experience.
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For question 16, if you selected having experience using hand tools, In the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in areas of responsibility listed, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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How many years of experience do you possess working with irrigation control timers?
I do not have this experience.
Less than 3 years
3 years to less than 5 years
5 years to less than 7 years
7 years or more
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For question 18, if you selected having experience with irrigation control timers, in the comment box below, you must indicate your position title, employer, supervisor name and phone number, and approximate dates of your experiences, and an example that briefly describes your experience. If you have no experience in an area of responsibility, then indicate "N/A." Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. Please limit your response to 200 words or less.
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