Temporary Water Maintenance Technician I

Irvine Ranch Water District Inc; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Irvine Ranch Water District is seeking Two (2) Temporary Water Maintenance Technician I in the Field Services Department. The six to twelve month assignment requires hands-on maintenance of potable and recycled water systems, leak response, hydrant work, and data collection.

You will work under general supervision and may participate in standby rotations. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, at least one year of related experience, a CA driver’s license, and a valid Grade I Water

Qualifications

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• One year of experience performing water infrastructure/facilities maintenance work.
• Possession of a valid California driver’s license to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a valid Grade I (D1) Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by SWRCB to be maintained throughout employment.
• Certificate of Achievement in operation and maintenance of automatic control valve desired. Must be obtained within one year of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Respond to leaks, evaluate responsibility, locate and troubleshoot leaks in mains and service lines.
• Coordinate maintenance projects with city, county, state agencies and USA agency.
• Inspect, service, repair, and replace hydrants and related water distribution components.
• Read and interpret as-builts, maps, schematics, drawings, diagrams and related technical documentation.
• Maintain logs and records of work performed and materials used.
• Perform pre-trip safety inspections and ensure parts and materials are stocked.

Skills

Leak detection

Read as-builts

Traffic control

Safety in confined spaces

Education

High school diploma

1 year water infra maintenance experience

Tools

Vehicle operation

Hand and power tools

Job description

Irvine Ranch Water District is currently accepting applications for Two (2) Temporary Water Maintenance Technician I position in the Field Services Department. This position is limited to a duration of six (6) months, but of no more than (12) months.

The District

Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) is a progressive, values-driven agency, with an international reputation for its leading-edge financial management practices, water recycling program, water use efficiency practices, water banking, urban runoff treatment, and energy generation and storage. Established in 1961 as a California Water District under the provisions of the California Water Code, IRWD is an independent special district serving central Orange County. IRWD provides high-quality drinking water, reliable sewage collection and treatment, ground-breaking recycled water programs, and environmentally sound urban runoff treatment to its customers. As an independent, not-for-profit public agency, IRWD is governed by a publicly elected five-member Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for the District's policies and decision-making. Day-to-day operations are supervised by the General Manager. Additional information can be found at the District's website: www.IRWD.com.

IRWD Values

Irvine Ranch Water District believes that its values drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization. IRWD was built on values, and we weave them into the fabric of everything we do. Values are the ingredients in our recipe for both institutional and individual success. They are a code of conduct to promote positive outcomes for others and ourselves. They are more than words on a wall or a website. We live by them every day. We pledge to keep them relevant in an ever-changing world.

Irvine Ranch Water District's employees enjoy working in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where they form strong bonds with fellow employees. To ensure effective communication and promote a collaborative team environment, employees report to work each day in the office or in the field, depending on their positions.

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of duties in the preventive maintenance and repair of District potable and recycled water distribution systems infrastructure and related facilities, and performs related duties as assigned. May be required to participate in the District’s standby program and scheduled or unscheduled overtime.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

DISTINGUISHINGCHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level class in the Water Maintenance Technician series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine preventive maintenance and repair work, while learning District policies and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.

Receives and responds to calls for leaks; evaluates and makes determination of responsibility (District or customer); identifies and monitors points of water loss; locates and troubleshoots water leaks in mains and service lines; cleans out around damaged area; removes excess water; shuts down water service.

Coordinates water system maintenance projects with city, county, and state agencies and USA agency.

Monitors flow and adjusts hydraulic control valves for peak performance with support from Water Operations; isolates and disassembles hydraulic control valve and its pilots; inspects, acid washes and replaces parts as necessary.

Locates, maintains, tests, gathers, and reviews data for specific cathodic protection systems.

Isolates air vacuum valve, relieves pressure, and flushes to troubleshoot and repair if necessary.

Flushes, services, repairs, and replaces fire hydrants according to District specifications.

Flushes hydrants, bottom drains and blow-offs to maintain integrity of water quality.

Routinely required to work in permit and non-permit required confined spaces.

Operates and maintains various vehicles and tools; inspects, services, and makes minor adjustments to vehicles and tools.

Controls traffic around work sites to ensure safe conditions for the general public, consultants/contractors, and District workers.

Receives, investigates, and resolves customer inquiries, complaints, and requests for service; advises customers of problems and suggests solutions; refers customers to other departments and agencies and/or creates work order, as appropriate.

Reads and interprets as-builts, maps, schematics, drawings, diagrams, and related technical documentation.

Inspects infrastructure and facilities for safety issues, system integrity, and possible future work projects; provides recommendations to the supervisor.

Provides information and demonstrations on how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.

Performs pre-trip safety inspection on vehicles and equipment to be used daily; ensures parts and materials are available and stocked on the crew truck.

Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment, assigned vehicle, and tools at the close of the workday.

Maintains accurate logs and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.

Observes and complies with all District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols. Attends relevant training.

Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently and safely.

Complies with district’s dechlorination procedures when responding to leaks.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Disaster Service Worker

In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, Irvine Ranch Water District employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

Education and Experience

Positions at the I-level may apply some of these knowledge and ability requirements while still in a learning capacity.

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Experience

One (1) year of experience performing water infrastructure/facilities maintenance work.

License/Certifications

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of a valid Grade I (D1) Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) to be maintained throughout employment.
• Certificate of Achievement in operation and maintenance of automatic control valved desired. Must be obtained within one (1) year of hire date.

Knowledge of

• Principles, practices, techniques, equipment, and tools required for, maintaining hydraulic controls and system valves, and related equipment found in a large metropolitan water infrastructure.
• Operational characteristics, use of, and maintenance requirements of vehicles and related hand and power tools required for the work.
• Traffic control procedures.
• Occupational hazards and safety standards related to the work, including driving rules and practices and working in confining spaces.
• Principles of mathematics and the application to assigned work.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as well as industry standards and best practices pertinent to the assigned area of responsibility.
• District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service, by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.

Ability to

• Perform a variety of tasks in the preventive maintenance of District potable and recycled water distribution systems infrastructure.
• Make determination for leak repair responsibility.
• Set up and operate traffic control around construction areas.
• Read and interpret information from as-builts, maps, schematics, drawings, diagrams, and related technical documentation.
• Safely and effectively use, operate, and maintain hand and power tools, equipment, and vehicles required for the work.
• Maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems of work performed.
• Perform mathematical computations with accuracy.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
• Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Communicate clearly and concisely.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Effectively use computer systems and software applications relevant to work performed to perform work tasks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb and descend ladders; to operate various equipment and tools; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various District sites; and vision to locate utilities and read printed materials and a computer. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas and to work in confined spaces. Finger dexterity is needed to operate tools and repair equipment. Employees must possess the ability to carry, push, pull, and lift materials and objects weighing 50 pounds, and up to 90 pounds with the use of proper equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road/traffic hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Irvine Ranch Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department for a reasonable accommodation.