Water Distribution Operator I/II / City of San Jacinto

WaterWisePro; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Water Distribution Operator in the vibrant city of San Jacinto! This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge water distribution systems, ensuring the community has access to safe and reliable water. You'll be involved in a variety of tasks, from operating heavy equipment to troubleshooting complex issues, all while adhering to safety protocols. If you have a passion for public service and a desire to make a difference, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the challenge and become a vital part of the city's commitment to excellence in water management!

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; experience in construction or mechanical maintenance is essential.
• Possession of Water Treatment Operator Grade 1 and Water Distribution Grade 2 certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and installation of water distribution systems.
• Operate heavy equipment and troubleshoot water/sewer flow problems.

Skills

Water Distribution Systems

SCADA Systems

Traffic Control

Mechanical Equipment Maintenance

Construction Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Heavy Equipment

Job description

Water Distribution Operator I/II / City of San Jacinto

WORK SCHEDULE: Mon -Thurs 4/10
Recruitment Open Until Filled - Initial Screening 11/25/24
SALARY: $29.62 - $43.76 per hour

Water Distribution Operator I - intermediate level position, which performs under close or general supervision. This is the entry-level position in the class series performing work maintenance, repair, installation, and construction of the water and wastewater distribution systems and facilities. Troubleshoots and identifies water/sewer flow problems, initiating corrective actions, and preparing work orders and discrepancy reports. Other typical tasks performed are installing blacktop and concrete to streets and sidewalks when installations and repairs are complete; reading water meters; operating SCADA Systems, responding to emergency situations as necessary; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Water Distribution Operator II - advanced level position which performs similar duties to the I classification, but under limited supervision. Performs a full range of assigned duties with a significant degree of independence and sound judgment with regard to appropriate and safe procedures and practices in matters related to work procedures and methods. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Examples of Duties

Essential Job The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

• Sets up job site including positioning of equipment and materials; barriers and proper traffic control devices; and maintains traffic control speed utilizing safety procedures.
• Operates City equipment including compressors, generators, compactors, boring tools, tapping machines, concrete saws, valve machines, jackhammers, pipe cutting equipment, welders, paint sprayers, herbicide spray rigs, flow meters, and a wide variety of other hand, hydraulic and power equipment; checks condition of equipment; cleans and maintains tools and equipment used in the field and shops.
• Operates City trucks heavy equipment including backhoe, sewer combination truck, front-end loader, tractor, dump truck, vactor, truck with trailer, vacuum trucks, skip loaders, trenchers, valve truck, water tanker, meter reading cart, sewer line jetter, boom truck, bucket truck, loader, bob-cat, and aerial truck. This includes the operation of commercial vehicles.
• Responds to sewer back-ups; troubleshoots problems and performs required repairs.
• Operates SCADA Systems.
• Traces, locates, and taps water/sewer lines; marks water/sewer utilities; reads and locates water/sewer lines and mains from blueprints; performs dry and wet tapping of water mains for service connections.
• Installs, repairs, and removes complex residential and commercial water meters; reads water meters; installs and repairs valve boxes and water valves.
• Installs blacktop/concrete to streets/sidewalks when installations/repairs are complete.
• Assists in evaluating service needs and work methods; develops plans to satisfy future needs of various water distribution services; follows operation and safety procedures; investigates service requests and complaints made by the public; as necessary, explains priorities, programs and policies and initiates appropriate action.
• Fire flow testing to ensure adequate amounts of water for fire protection; hydrant flushing to improve water quality; and valve turning for emergency functionality when valves are needed to shut down the system.
• Water sampling to ensure City water is within MCLS guidelines; water system mapping to reflect changes identified in water lines and valves.
• Advises public and businesses of proper installations and repair or removal of meters.
• Responds to emergency situations as necessary taking appropriate action such as placing barricades, removing fallen trees and limbs, and resolving public safety hazards.
• Estimates time and material costs of various projects; evaluates and implements changes in work methods, priorities and routes; and assists in the control of expenditures of allocated funds.
• Maintains records, logs, and prepares a variety of reports and memos on work performed; researches vandalism and claims against the City; may participate in administrative studies in areas outside the scope of regular duties.
• Operates a City truck; reports mechanical problems; keeps truck stocked with supplies.
• Responds to citizen complaints tactfully and promptly; investigates, evaluates, and resolves customer service requests and complaints in a timely manner.
• Answers emergency calls from the public and other agencies, taking appropriate emergency response such as placing barricades, repairing leaks, shutting off main lines and correcting problems with the pumps and reservoir.
• Assists other Public Utilities Divisions as needed including water support, wastewater, weed abatement, painting, facilities work, setting up signage, assists with cross training of department staff, delegates to on-call staff and assists with aspects regarding water treatment.

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

Education High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience
Three years (3) experience in performing general construction or mechanical equipment maintenance work involving the use of hand and power tools and the operations of non-commercial trucks.
Five years (5) experience in performing general construction or mechanical equipment maintenance work, or performing duties comparable to those of a Water Distribution Operator I.

Desirable One (1) year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity. Two (2) years of experience setting up, organizing and directing traffic control. Specialized college coursework or training in Water Distribution system repair, maintenance and operation. Experience filing City and State reporting regulations.

License / Certificate (Required to possess at hire)
Possession of a Water Treatment Operator Grade 1 certificate from the California Department of Public Health.
Possession of a Water Distribution Grade 2 certificate from the California Department of Public Health.
Must possess a Class “B” Commercial California Driver‘s License with Tanker Endorsement. Applicant must provide a printout of driving record for the past 6 months from the Department of Motor Vehicles and attach it to their job application.

Failure to obtain license or certificate within the allotted timeframe may result in disciplinary action that may include salary freeze, promotional freeze, demotion, suspension or termination without administrative or judicial appeal. Current employees shall continue to be required to have previous certification requirements for their existing job.

Condition of Employment Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and maintain a clean driving record for insurability through the City of San Jacinto. Failure to maintain license/insurability will result in disciplinary procedures including suspension without pay, demotion and/or termination without administrative or judicial appeal.

Supplemental Information

Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam, a criminal background investigation, which includes fingerprinting and a Department of Transportation pre-employment drug/alcohol test.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Must complete post-offer/pre-employment Department of Justice fingerprinting and background screening. Work authorization as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is mandatory within three business days of hire.

Disaster Service Worker Requirements Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state/county/city agency or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.

Expected Hours of Work/Work Schedule Monday – Thursday 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM (4x10 work week). Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. On-call rotational status required. May require 24-hour emergency call back with little or no advance notice.