Temporary Water Distribution Operator I (80.26)

Golden State Water Company; Morongo Valley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Golden State Water Company is seeking an entry-level Temporary Water Distribution Operator I in California. This training-status role requires immediate supervision as you learn to operate and maintain the water distribution system.

Responsibilities include meter reads, service activations, field investigations, and assisting in repairs of mains, valves and hydrants. Must have a valid CA driver's license and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Good communication skills required.
• General PC skills required.
• Valid California driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Learns to perform tasks in maintenance and operation of a water distribution system.
• Learns proper use of tools and equipment.
• Under direction, participates in installation, repairs and replacement of water mains, services, valves, hydrants and meters.
• Interacts with customers as a Company representative.
• Performs meter reads, ons and offs and field investigations.
• Performs collection activities of delinquent accounts.
• Participates in routine maintenance such as system flushing, valve exercising and hydrant maintenance.
• Follows established policies in equipment repair to ensure proper working order.
• Operates company vehicles and equipment per safety procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Available for emergency response 24/7.
• Works under immediate supervision.

Skills

Good communication

PC skills

CA driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION DEFINITION: Temporary Water Distribution Operator I

Accountability

The Temporary Water Distribution Operator I is an entry-level position and is considered to be in a training status requiring immediate to general supervision.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Learns to perform the various tasks associated with the maintenance and operation of a water distribution system.
• Learns the proper use of tools and equipment required to perform the job.
• Under direction, participates in the installation, repairs and replacement of water mains, water services, valves, fire hydrants and water meters.
• Interacts with customers and acts as a representative of the Company.
• Performs meter reads, ons and offs and field investigations.
• Performs collection activities of delinquent accounts.
• Participates in routine maintenance activities such as system flushing, valve exercising and fire hydrant maintenance.
• Under direction, follows established policies and procedures in repair of equipment to ensure proper working order.
• Operates company vehicles and equipment according to established safety procedures and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Available for emergency response, 24 hours/day, seven days/week.
• Works under immediate supervision.

Minimum Position Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Good communication skills.
• General PC skills
• Valid California driver’s license.

Qualities of a Successful Distribution Operator I

• Trustworthy; strong personal integrity
• Demonstrates strong level of accountability and ownership
• Collaborative/Team oriented
• Emotional Maturity
• Exhibits professionalism with internal and external customers
• Organized with strong attention to detail and time management skills
• High degree of initiative; self-starter

Compensation Information

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors. The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check. NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.