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.
