Utilities Operator I/II (Water and Wastewater)
This is a non-exempt FLSA position
Monthly Salary Range:
Utilities Operator I: $5,978 - $7,267/month
Utilities Operator II: $7,442 - $9,046/month
Utilities Operator Informational Brochure
Full Job Description
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DEFINITION
Under supervision, operates, inspects, and maintains a variety of wastewater collection, treatment, and recycled water as well as a variety of water well production, treatment and storage equipment used in connection with the continuous operation of the Town’s water utilities. Operates a variety of equipment and tools in the construction, operation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of Town’s water utilities. Utilities Operator I/II perform a variety of technical activities that will be assigned to a functional area (water or wastewater) within the operation of the wastewater reclamation facility, wastewater collection system, floodwall pump system, municipal well, and water distribution system.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Utilities Operator I
This is the entry level position of the Utility Operator series. Duties and responsibilities range from operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants, conducting routine sampling to maintaining the wastewater collection and water distribution systems. Assignments differ from the Utility Operator II assignments by having a lesser degree of responsibility in the overall duties as listed above.
Utilities Operator II
This is the journey level- advanced level position in the Town Utilities Operator series. Duties and responsibilities range from performing laboratory tests, sampling, and interpreting the results to optimize water and wastewater treatment, cleaning sanitary sewer collections system and performing various operation, maintenance and sampling pertaining to the domestic water distribution system, and operating the municipal well. Assignments differ from the Utilities Operator I assignments by the extent of the technical knowledge and responsibility exercised by the Utilities Operator II in the overall functioning of the duties outlined above.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
The Public Works Director and/or Utilities Supervisor/Manager provide supervision.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITY
Utilities Operator I –Knowledge of the basic tools, equipment, methods, safe work practices in the operation and routine maintenance used in maintaining pumping and electrical systems. Knowledge of basic water and wastewater treatment process and laboratory tests is highly desirable. Proficient skill in the safe use of various mechanical hand and power tools and equipment also are required. Additionally, the ability to learn and become proficient in reading and interpreting meters, gauges, and other recording devices; conducting laboratory tests; and in adjusting controls and treatment processes located in a wastewater treatment facility are required. Grade I water or wastewater certification issued by the State Water Resources Control Board upon being hired. Both water and wastewater certifications are highly desirable. Collections System Maintenance Certification is required within 2 years of hire.
Utilities Operator II – In addition to the knowledge, skill and abilities expected to a Utilities Operator I, the incumbent in the Utilities Operator II position is expected to possess demonstrated knowledge of the principles and methods of water & wastewater treatment systems; the mechanics of pumps and motors; the purposes and safe use of tools and equipment in the repair and adjustment of plant equipment; chemical and biological tests used in the monitoring of water & wastewater treatment plants and collection system processes; the operation and maintenance of a variety of light and heavy power driven equipment. Demonstrates skill in performing technical procedures in water & wastewater operations, performing and interpreting laboratory tests in water & wastewater treatment monitoring, operating a variety of heavy and light power-driven gas and diesel equipment, performing complex mechanical maintenance, and troubleshooting mechanical problems are required. Additionally, the skill in inspecting the overall operations of a water & wastewater treatment system, including detecting problems, maintaining, and repairing plant facilities and equipment; maintaining accurate and readable records, exercising good judgment in response to operational problems, communicating orally and in writing clearly and concisely, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others are also required. Grade II water or wastewater certification issued by the State Water Resources Control Board upon being hired and obtaining both Water Treatment and Distribution Certification and wastewater certifications highly desirable. CWEA Grade II Collections System Maintenance Certification required within 2 years of hire.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATEUtilities Operator I
When assigned to Wastewater:
- Must possess Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant or T1 Water Treatment Operator certification upon hire. If hired with the T1 Water Treatment Operator certificate, incumbent must obtain Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant certification within 18 months of hire.
- Must possess Grade I CWEA Collection System Maintenance certification as mandated by Town within 18 months of hire.
- Possession of CWEA Mechanical Technologist certification is desirable.
- Must possess a Class C California motor vehicle operator’s license.
- Incumbent is required to be registered in the DMV Pull Notice Program where the Town is notified of moving point violations.
When assigned to Water Operations:
- Incumbent must obtain a State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water (DDW) Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 certificate within 18 months from hire date.
Utilities Operator IIWhen assigned to Wastewater:
- Must possess California Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant or T2 Water Treatment Operator certificate upon hire. If hired with the T2 Water Treatment Operator certificate, incumbent must obtain Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant certification within 18 months of hire.
- Grade II CWEA Collection System Maintenance certification within 18 months from the date of hire or promotion.
- Possession of Mechanical Technologist certification is mandatory.
- Must possess a Class C California motor vehicle operator’s license.
- Incumbent is required to be registered in the DMV Pull Notice Program where the Town is notified of moving point violations.
When assigned to Water Operations:
- Must possess a SWRCB, DDW Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 certificate and a SWRCF, DDW Water Treatment Operator Grade 2 certificate.
- Obtain an American Water Works Association Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester, and Cross-Connection Control Program Specialist or Water Use Efficiency Practitioner certification is highly desirable.
