Water Operator I

City of West Jordan; West Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Health Savings Account

Employee Health Center

Pension contributions

Deferred savings match

Tuition reimbursement

Down payment assistance

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Job summary

City of West Jordan seeks an apprentice-level worker to assist in operating, maintaining, and repairing its utility distribution systems, equipment, and facilities under close supervision.

You will test, inspect, repair, and clean pipes, basins, valves, meters and related appurtenances, and operate a SCADA/telemetry system. Occasional overtime and variable weather may be required; a Utah driver’s license is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least one year performing construction related activities.
• Valid Utah Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Test, inspect, repair, and clean utility pipes, fittings, valves, meters, and related appurtenances.
• Operate vehicles and equipment used in water distribution and maintenance.
• Assist in testing and repairing pumps, valves, gauges, and chemical dosing equipment.
• Perform routine daily inspections of storage facilities and assist in system repairs.
• Work overtime or on-call as needed and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Operate equipment

Safe driving

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year construction experience

Tools

SCADA/telemetry system

Job description

Opening Date:August 19, 2026

Closing Date: September 2, 2026

Status:Full-time, Non-exempt

Pay Range:$21.46 - $30.65

Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts, 6:00 am – 4:30pm Monday - Thursday (Friday off)

Vacancy is on Construction Crew.

This position is eligible for the extensive benefits the City of West Jordan offers! Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, plus up-front and matching Health Savings Account contributions. Employees also have access to our brand-new Employee Health Center located at City Hall, receive contributions to a pension account through Utah Retirement System, as well as deferred savings account match options. Enjoy work-life balance with substantial paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. The City also offers tuition reimbursement and down payment assistance programs!

SUMMARY

Under immediate supervision, responsible for performing a variety of apprentice level duties involved in the operation, maintenance, and repair of utility distribution or collection systems, equipment, and facilities.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Incumbent will be assigned to work in one of the three utility divisions and will work generally within that division to test, maintain, inspect, repair, and clean the various utility pipes, fittings, inlets, basins, valves, or other appurtenances associated with the utility.
• All disciplines may involve emergency call-out or overtime repair work, working in various weather conditions, at various times of the day/night.
• Perform general maintenance and cleanup duties around facilities.
• Operate a variety of vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of utility distribution and collection systems.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Assist in testing, maintaining, and repairing pumps, chlorinating equipment, valves, meters, gauges, and electrical and gas water-pumping equipment; operate SCADA/telemetry system.
• Obtain and record water and pumping levels.
• Assist in obtaining water quality samples, testing, and reporting of sample results.
• Perform routine daily inspections of all water storage facilities and assist in identifying improper functioning of equipment.
• Assist in system repairs, including underground pipe repair/replacement, service line connections, leak detection and repair.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Experience: One year of experience performing construction related activities.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid Utah Driver’s License.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain a Utah commercial driver's license within 1 year of employment in the position.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain Grade I Water Operator certificate within 1 year of employment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain Traffic Control Flagger, Trench Shoring, and Confined Space certificates within 6 months of employment (training typically provided by City). Director may grant extension if training isn’t available during 6-month period.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Basic tools, materials, and equipment used in construction related activities.
• Safe driving and operation principles and practices of vehicles.
• Basic road etiquette and defensive driving.
• Basic record keeping principles.

Skill with:

• Operating a wide variety of equipment and tools used in water distribution system operation, maintenance, and repair in a safe and effective manner.
• Using basic tools, materials, and equipment used in construction related activities.
• Operating a motor vehicle safely.

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions, receive specific direction on a job site.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Understand the importance and possess basic record keeping abilities.
• Follow and adhere to occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in maintenance and repair work.
• Work harmoniously in a team environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift up to 100 lbs., and wear protective apparel; exposure to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and traffic hazards. Ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for on-call, stand-by, and emergency call. Availability for on-call, stand-by, and emergency call duties.