Operations Engineer (40.26)

Position Definition

POSITION DEFINITION: Operations Engineer
Provides technical assistance and support to the assigned District with a primary focus on resolving operational problems, optimizing water system efficiency, and ensuring accurate system information.
Coordinates with the General Manager and Superintendents to oversee water system modifications, water loss control activities and energy efficiency measures.
Coordinates with Engineering Teams and Other Golden State Work Groups to gather data, update records, maintain the hydraulic models and identify critical Capital Improvement Projects.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Analyzes system operations to identify operational changes that will improve service and improve system efficiency
• Aid in forecasting water demands including seasonal and diurnal fluctuations; analyze system operations using hydraulic models and other computer programs
• Utilize hydraulic models to assist in analyzing water system operations
• Prepare recommendations to resolve water system operational problems
• Prepare system-wide and plant specific operational memos and provide updated information for plant site plans, Operations, Maintenance, and Monitoring Plans (OMMP), and schematics
• Analyze treatment system operations and identify process changes to achieve and maintain treatment process optimization
• Prepare technical reports and coordinate with superintendents on supply forecasts and budgets
• Select replacement pumps, motors and control valves
• Review and approve the work of subordinates (Associate/Assistant Operating Engineers and/or Engineering Technicians) including fire flow test reports and substructure requests
• Oversee and prioritize system water audits and leak detection to ensure district systems are in compliance with regulatory requirements governing water loss
• Review and approve the work of third parties providing Water Loss Control services, including system water audits and leak detection and proper accounting of water use in each system
• Manage employee’s career development profiles and prepare appropriate reports as necessary
• Communicate orally and in writing in the English language with customers, clients, and the public face-to-face, in group settings
• May be required to make public appearances in the evenings and to work on holidays and weekends
• May be required to respond to emergencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A minimum of six (6) years or experience in performing complex work in the areas of water supply and water distribution operations, engineering and construction activities
• Registration as a Professional Civil or Mechanical Engineer in the State of California preferred

Qualities Of a Successful Operations Engineer

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinate staff, peers, professional associates and with the general public
• Flexible, thoughtful, accountable, and passionate about work
• Willingness to learn
• Excellent customer service support and interventions with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Direct experience in water system operations

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
• To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan
• Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as 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.