Water Systems Operator / Clark Public Utilities

WaterWisePro; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Job summary

A local utility provider in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Water Systems Operator responsible for the repair and maintenance of water distribution systems. The ideal candidate should possess at least three years of experience, various certifications, and strong customer service skills. This role includes operating heavy equipment and assisting customers with water conservation and plumbing issues. The position offers $52.23 per hour along with comprehensive benefits, vacation leave, and sick leave.

Qualifications

• Must have three years’ experience in water distribution systems, treatment, storage, SCADA, and hydraulics.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Must be a physically able and mechanically inclined individual.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, or construct water services and mains.
• Troubleshoot distribution system and SCADA.
• Assist customers in water conservation and diagnose plumbing issues.

Skills

Experience in water distribution systems

Excellent customer service skills

Mechanical inclination

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Washington State Certification as a Cross Connection Control Specialist

Water Distribution Manager 2 Certification

Water Treatment Plant Operator 2

Commercial Driver’s License, Class A with tanker endorsement

First Aid Card

Crane Card for service truck/Rigging

Job description

Water Systems Operator / Clark Public Utilities

Works independently or as part of a crew to repair, maintain, or construct water services, water mains, hydrants, valves, pumps control valves, chlorination systems, water distribution system piping and components, and treatment facilities. Trouble shoots distribution system and SCADA and makes corrections appropriately to the wells, booster pumps, chlorinators, etc., for proper flow controls and hydraulic needs. Installs or remove water meters, pressure reducing valves, meter boxes, remote water meters and services, locate water mains and services, and obtain water quality sample. Proficiently operates vac truck, excavator, and other heavy equipment to repair, maintain, and construct the water distribution system, water treatment facilities, while being responsible for safety issues on the job sites. Assists customers in water conservation, high consumption and water leaks on customer’s side of water service, diagnosis of thermal expansion and options for the customer to resolve issues in their plumbing system, and other water system operation duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have three years’ experience in water distribution systems, treatment, storage, SCADA, and hydraulics.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write legibly and converse in the English language.
• Must be a physically able and mechanically inclined individual.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Must have a Washington State Certification as a Cross Connection Control Specialist.
• Must have a Water Distribution Manager 2 Certification.
• Must have a Water Treatment Plant Operator 2.
• Must have a certified Commercial Driver’s License, Class A with tanker endorsement.
• Must have a First Aid Card and current Flaggers Card.
• Crane Card for service truck/Rigging

BENEFITS:

Employees and dependents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and disability insurance. Employees are enrolled in Washington State PERS and may enroll in deferred compensation plans. Employees will also receive eight hours of vacation leave and sick leave every month and twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Water Systems Operator: $52.23/Hour

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send your resume with a cover letter via email to [e-mail] . Resumes may also be sent to Clark Public Utilities, Human Resources Department, P.O. BOX 8900, Vancouver, WA 98668.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Clark Public Utilities, we are committed to creating a respectful workplace where people from all backgrounds are valued for their skills and contributions. We strive to ensure everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to do their best work while growing meaningful, lasting careers as part of our team.