Water Operator I

City of Ketchum; Ketchum (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Ketchum is seeking a Water Operator I responsible for day-to-day operation and maintenance of the Municipal Water System on assigned shifts. The role involves operating, servicing, and maintaining equipment, performing water quality tests, and responding to public inquiries.

Applicants must hold or obtain an Idaho Class 'B or Higher' Commercial Driver’s License and a Class I Water Distribution License. This position involves essential maintenance duties and requires a commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and maintain water distribution equipment.
• Knowledge of water quality testing methods.
• Customer service skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain the Municipal Water System.
• Perform routine maintenance on water lines and equipment.
• Respond to public concerns related to water services.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Water quality testing

Customer service

Education

Idaho Class 'B or Higher' Commercial Driver’s License

Class I Water Distribution License

Job description

The Water Operator I is responsible for the day‑to‑day operation and maintenance of the Municipal Water System on an assigned shift basis. Work is performed under the direction of the supervisor in charge.

Essential Functions

• Operates, services, maintains and checks equipment, instruments, pumps, valves;
• Takes readings of pressures, volumes, weights, levels, flows and other data, and records them on log sheets;
• Makes routine water quality tests;
• Performs maintenance on Water Division equipment, pumps, pipes, vehicles, buildings, structures and grounds;
• Collects samples, performs simple analysis, and records results;
• Installs, repairs, and inspects water lines, valves, pumps;
• Responds to calls and concerns from the public;
• Installs, reads, and repairs water meters;
• Locates and marks water lines;
• Performs after‑hours "on call" duties for the Department. Remains within a 1‑hour response time while "on call";
• Assists in various duties, shifts and functions of the Water Division operations;
• Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Licenses and Other Requirements

• Idaho Class "B or Higher" Commercial Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within six months of employment;
• Class I Water Distribution License or the ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment;
• Applicants must be able to pass a background check and drug testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer