• Water Supply Operator I

    Essel (Pomona, CA)


    The Water Supply Operator I is an entry-level position requiring immediate to general

     

    supervision.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Operates and monitors a variety of water supply and treatment equipment such as:

    + Pumping systems

    + Chemical feed systems

    + Water storage facilities

    + Measuring and control systems

    + Interagency control valves and meters

    + Pressure Reducing/Sustaining Valves

    + Assists with the maintenance of plant equipment and facilities

    + Performs water level measurements on groundwater wells

    + Loads and unloads chemicals

    + Performs basic laboratory analytical techniques on water samples

    + Collects samples for analytical purposes

    + Performs calculations related to dosing, flow rates, pressure and other weights and measures associated with water supply and treatment operations

    + Complies with all safety standards and practices as they pertain to equipment, facility operations and chemical handling

    + Available for emergency response, 24 hours/day, seven days/week

    + Must reside within 25 miles of the nearest water system boundary where assigned in order to respond to emergencies.

    + Performs other duties as assigned

    + The above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills or competencies associated with this job.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    + High school diploma or equivalent

    + Familiar with computer applications such as Windows, word processing, spreadsheets

    POSITION DESCRIPTION

    + SWRCB Water Distribution Operator 1 certification – required if applicant does not hold a valid T1 certification.

    + SWRCB Water Treatment Plant Operator 1 certification preferred at time of hire, or must obtain within 18 months of employment or position start date.

    + Good communication (both written and verbal) and organizational skills

    + Valid California driver license

    + May include working in all weather conditions, during all hours of the day.

    + Physical demands include but are not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.

    TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

    + One year as a Water Distribution Operator or two years experience in the water utility

     

    industry OR a combination of water utility experience and education that demonstrates a moderate level of knowledge and understanding of water distribution, supply and treatment operations OR an Associate degree in Water Technology, Distribution, or Treatment, or a similar math and science-based curriculum from an accredited educational institution or program

     

    + Basic math skills

    + Knowledge of basic plumbing skills

    + Understanding of safe, efficient and effective work practices and procedures.