Water Distribution Operator I or II (61.26)

About the role

We are accepting applications for a Water Distribution Operator I / II. The position offered will depend on the candidate’s qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform tasks associated with the maintenance and operation of a water distribution system, including the proper use of tools and equipment.
• Under direction, participate in the installation, repairs, and replacement of water mains, water services, valves, fire hydrants, and water meters.
• Interact with customers and act as a company representative for installation, modification, service, and repair of water distribution equipment.
• Locate water main and service lines.
• Install, repair, and replace water mains, water services, water meters, valves, fire hydrants, and other system appurtenances.
• Perform routine maintenance activities such as system flushing, valve exercising, and fire hydrant maintenance.
• Inspect and test equipment, recording accurate details of working order.
• Perform fire flow tests and accurately record all data.
• Notify customers of scheduled and emergency outages.
• Develop and implement shutdowns of the water distribution system for planned and emergency work.
• Operate heavy machinery, including dump trucks and backhoes.
• Follow safe-work practices, including traffic control, personal protective equipment, trench shoring, hazardous materials, confined space, and electrical safety.
• Perform meter reads, turn-ons and turn-offs, and field investigations.
• Perform collection activities for delinquent accounts.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Prepare daily logs and reports on work performed.
• Available for after-hours work due to 24-hour operation and emergency response, 24/7.
• Must reside within 25 miles of the nearest water system boundary for emergency response.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• General PC skills.
• Good communication (both written and verbal) and organizational skills.
• Valid California driver license.

Qualifications

Water Distribution Operator I

• No certification required.

Water Distribution Operator II

• SWRCB Grade 1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate.
• Two years as a Water Distribution Operator I or equivalent experience in the water utility industry.

Skills

• Trustworthy with strong personal integrity.
• Demonstrates accountability and ownership.
• Collaborative and team-oriented.
• Emotional maturity.
• Professionalism with internal and external customers.
• Organized with strong attention to detail and time management.
• High degree of initiative; self-starter.

Physical Demands

• Work in all weather conditions and during all hours of the day.
• Standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping, crouching, sitting, typing, reading, writing, color determination, speaking, and listening for extended periods.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with the company covering 85% of the monthly premium for employees and eligible dependents.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Twelve company-paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) retirement plan and Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan.
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance.
• Health savings account and flexible spending plans.

The responsibilities of this position involve access to confidential, private, and sensitive information. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to pass a background check.

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