Lead Water Systems Operator - Field & On-Call

Phelan Pinon Hills Community Services District; Phelan (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelan Pinon Hills Community Services District is seeking an experienced Water System Operator III to join the Water Operations team in California. The role involves operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of water production and distribution systems, with leadership responsibilities as needed.

The position requires hands-on field work with pumps, meters, valves, SCADA/telemetry, and related equipment, as well as participation in the 24-hour on-call rotation and regulatory reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in water system operations, maintenance, and repair.
• California T2 Water Treatment Operator Certificate required.
• California D3 Distribution Operator Certificate required.
• Valid Class A CDL with HAZMAT and Air Brake endorsements.
• Ability to obtain San Bernardino County Backflow/Cross-Connection Tester Certification.
• Advanced SCADA experience.
• Experience operating heavy equipment such as backhoes and excavators.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Construction project management and pipeline inspection experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair water production and distribution facilities.
• Perform complex maintenance and repairs on pumps, motors, valves, generators, chemical feed systems, and related equipment.
• Operate backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, and other specialized equipment.
• Install and repair water lines, meters, hydrants, valves, and other distribution components.
• Assist with water system construction projects.
• Operate and monitor advanced SCADA/telemetry systems and GIS applications.
• Collect water quality samples and monitor chlorine levels and treatment requirements.
• Investigate leaks, pressure problems, meter issues, and other water system concerns.
• Respond to water system emergencies and participate in on-call rotation.
• Prepare written reports, service records, and regulatory documentation.
• Assist with water conservation enforcement and customer education.
• Lead in absence of Lead Water System Operator III or Assistant Water Operations Manager.

Skills

SCADA experience

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership/field supervision

Education

California T2 Water Treatment Operator Certificate

California D3 Distribution Operator Certificate

Class A CDL w/ HAZMAT & Air Brake

Job description

Phelan Pinon Hills Community Services District is seeking an experienced Water System Operator III to join the Water Operations team in California. The role involves operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of water production and distribution systems, with leadership responsibilities as needed.

The position requires hands-on field work with pumps, meters, valves, SCADA/telemetry, and related equipment, as well as participation in the 24-hour on-call rotation and regulatory reporting.