Assistant Operations Engineer or Associate Operations Engineer (42.26)

POSITION DEFINITION

Golden State Water Company is hiring for one position with two possible levels, depending on candidates' education and experience. The position involves providing technical assistance and support with a primary focus on resolving operational problems and optimizing the efficiency of water system operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and/or updates system wide and plant specific operational memos including plant site plans, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), and schematics
• Receives utility substructure requests from outside agencies, review for conflicts/impacts to GSWC facilities
• Utilizes hydraulic models to assist in analyzing water systems operations
• Oversees the fire hydrant flow testing program, receives completed field test reports, performs hydrant flow calculations, maintains fire hydrant test log, returns test results to customers
• Reviews system additions, modifications, and upgrades within the District, including plan review for New Business and CIP projects
• Coordinates and performs annual system pressure surveys for all District systems
• Coordinates and performs annual AWWA Water Loss Audits for all District Systems
• Reviews system GIS maps and related records, provides corrections as needed to the Planning Department
• Aids in the development and implementation of District Water Loss Control Programs
• Provides technical support to District Water Supply and Distribution Superintendents and field operations staff
• Communicates orally and in writing with customers, clients, and the public face-to-face, in group settings
• Affords assistance, as required, to Water Supply, Customer Service, Water Quality, Administration, and others as directed by the Operations Engineer upon request by the General Manager
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering from an accredited college required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Additional Minimum and Certification Requirements

• A valid Engineer-in-training certification required
• A minimum of two years of work experience in engineering preferably in the areas of water supply and water distribution operations, engineering and construction activities
• Certification as a California Water Audit Validator preferred
• Certification as a California Water Treatment and/or Water Distribution Operator preferred

Technical Skills and Experience

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other applicable software
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, and/or Infowater desirable
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to hydraulics and water system operations

Additional Technical Skills and Experience

• Familiar with CPUC, SWRCB, RWQCB, local fire department(s) and other agency regulations as they pertain to water operations

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

• Displays high standards of ethical conduct; exhibits honesty and integrity
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with peers, professional associates and with the general public
• Learns principles and practices of water operations, planning and management, including use analysis and forecasting
• Works and communicates with internal and external clients, contractors, vendors and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner
• Flexible, thoughtful, accountable and passionate about work
• Motivated to learn, change and grow
• Highly organized

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents
• Paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year
• 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
• Health savings account and flexible spending plans

Compensation Information

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

Note

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.