Irrigation Canal Operator: Water Systems Pro

San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority; Byron (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority is seeking a Canal Operator to regulate flow and distribution of irrigation water through the Delta Mendota Canal and related facilities. The role involves operating gates, maintaining water elevations, patrolling facilities, and performing routine maintenance to minimize losses.

Applicants should have at least two years of canal operation experience, basic hydraulics and arithmetic, and the ability to communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years in canal system operation and maintenance of irrigation facilities for a water district or related entity.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safe and proper flow and delivery of irrigation water in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Locks and unlocks facilities as needed.
• Maintains proper water elevations within various facilities to maintain proper distribution of water and to minimize losses.
• Patrols and safeguards facilities and equipment, noting unsafe or improper conditions or failures.
• Performs miscellaneous maintenance such as: trash removal, signage replacement, fence repair, painting.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Canal operations

Water distribution

Hydraulics basics

Mathematics basics

Record keeping

Job description

San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority is seeking a Canal Operator to regulate flow and distribution of irrigation water through the Delta Mendota Canal and related facilities. The role involves operating gates, maintaining water elevations, patrolling facilities, and performing routine maintenance to minimize losses.

Applicants should have at least two years of canal operation experience, basic hydraulics and arithmetic, and the ability to communicate effectively.