Water Distribution Operator I/II: Field Technician

Golden State Water Company; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden State Water Company in Simi Valley, CA, is seeking a Water Distribution Operator I or II. The role supports maintenance and operation of a water distribution system, including hydrants, meters, and mains. It involves customer interaction, field investigations, and 24/7 emergency response readiness.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, basic PC skills, and a California driver license. The position may involve operation of heavy equipment and after-hours work as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• General PC skills.
• Good communication (written and verbal).
• Valid California driver license.

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 basic customer support activities associated with the installation, modification, service and repair of water distribution equipment and facilities.
• Locates water main and service lines.
• Installs, repairs and replaces water mains, water services, water meters, valves, fire hydrants and other water distribution system appurtenances.
• Performs routine maintenance activities such as system flushing, valve exercising and fire hydrant maintenance.
• Inspects and tests equipment and records accurate details of working order.
• Performs fire flow tests and accurately records all data.
• Notifies customers of scheduled and emergency outages.
• Develops and implements shut-downs of the water distribution system for planned and emergency work.
• Familiar with the basic duties and tasks associated with the operation and maintenance of a water distribution system.
• May operate heavy machinery including dump truck and back hoe.
• Familiar with basic safe-work practices including but not limited to traffic control, personal protective equipment, basic trench shoring, hazardous materials, confined space and electrical safety.
• 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.
• Prepares daily logs and reports on work performed.
• May require after hour work due to 24-hour operation
• Available for emergency response, 24 hours/day, seven days/week
• Must reside within 25 miles of the nearest water system boundary where assigned in order to respond to emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

General PC skills

Good communication

Driver license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Golden State Water Company in Simi Valley, CA, is seeking a Water Distribution Operator I or II. The role supports maintenance and operation of a water distribution system, including hydrants, meters, and mains. It involves customer interaction, field investigations, and 24/7 emergency response readiness.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, basic PC skills, and a California driver license. The position may involve operation of heavy equipment and after-hours work as needed.