Water Distribution Operator

Put your technical skills to work in a career that keeps communities running. We're seeking a dedicated Water Distribution Operator to maintain, monitor, and improve our water distribution system.

Under supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in the operation and maintenance of the Municipal Utilities and Engineering Department's potable and non-potable/recycled water distribution system, and sewer collection system. Exercises no supervision.

Examples of Duties

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operates and maintains the water distribution and sewer collection system, including pumps, valves, and control panels;
• Drives, operates, and maintains equipment, tools, and vehicles;
• Responds tactfully and effectively to customer inquiries and complaints;
• Assists in ensuring timely completion of preventative maintenance programs;
• Adheres to all safety programs and practices in work methods and procedures;
• Performs additional construction and maintenance tasks including concrete work, truck driving, and a variety of installation and repair activities;
• Maintains and updates a variety of records, logs, reports, and maps;
• Welds, fabricates, and assembles parts and equipment for City utility operations as job knowledge and experience increases; and
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

When Assigned To U.S.A. Program

• Assumes responsibility for daily operation, maintenance, and record keeping of the Underground Service Alert Program;
• Locates main lines, water lines, and service lines as needed for City staff, contractors, and other utility companies in conformance with marking criteria and time requirements of government code 4216; and
• Conducts leak detection in water main line and water service.

When Assigned To Customer Service

• Performs minor maintenance tasks including removal and installation;
• Reads and investigates water pressure complaints; and
• Locks and shuts off water service for non-payment.

When assigned as Water Line/Fire Specialist

• Maintains, repairs, and replaces fire hydrants, valves, and related parts; and
• Performs and interprets fire hydrant flow test and makes appropriate adjustments as necessary.

Qualifications

Experience

• One year of experience in performing general construction or mechanical equipment maintenance work involving the use of hand and power tools and the operation of light trucks.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Courses in water technology is highly desirable.

Licenses And Certificates

• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license at the time of appointment.
• Possess and maintain a valid California Class B Commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement or must obtain within 9 months of appointment.
• Possession and maintenance of California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade D1 Certificate or must obtain within 12 months.
• Possession and maintenance of California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade T1 Certificate is desirable.

Special Requirements

Essential functions and duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

• Regularly sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift up to 50lbs alone or 100lbs with assistance;
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate and reach with hands and arms;
• Regularly exposed to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and traffic hazards;
• Regularly travel to different sites and locations;
• Ability to distinguish color and wear protective apparel;
• Must be able to communicate with others and to exchange information accurately; and
• Must be available for stand by/on call duty.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position.

The employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate “See Resume”.

Proof of education such as but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply.

The Following Documents Are Required For This Position

• If applicable, California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade D1 Certificate.
• If applicable, California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade T1 Certificate

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the application deadline.

Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process.

Please note, the City of Redlands’ preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which may include a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification). The City of Redlands utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Sophia Diaz at ***email_hidden*** or Julie Maher at [email protected]

Benefits Associated With This Position Include

• Medical Insurance – City pays between $800 and $2,100 /mo for employees and eligible dependents, depending upon level of coverage;
• Dental Insurance – City pays monthly premium for employees and eligible dependents; 2 plans
• Vision Reimbursement – up to $300 per year
• State Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance - $25,000
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment - $25,000
• The City participates in Social Security
• Vacation Leave – 80 hours accrued in first year
• Sick Leave – 96 hours annually
• 14 Paid Holidays per year
• 2 Floating Holidays per year
• 20 hours of Additional Floating Holidays per calendar year
• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program - $2000 per fiscal year
• Certification Pay - 3% for select positions
• Shift Differential Pay - 5% (subject to the terms of the Teamsters MOU)
• Unform Allowance for select positions
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) – 2% @ 55 for employees who are considered a "classic" member of Cal PERS or a current member of another California public retirement system who is hired on or after January 1, 2013.
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) – 2% @ 62 for an employee who becomes a "new" member of Cal PERS for the first time on or after January 1, 2013 and who was not a member of another California public retirement system prior to that date; employee contributes half of the contribution rate.

How many years of experience do you possess in performing general construction or mechanical equipment maintenance work involving the use of hand and power tools and the operation of light trucks?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• More than 3 years

What is the extent of your formal education?

• None
• High School or Equivalent
• Some College Coursework
• AS/AA (Associate Degree)
• BS/BA (Bachelors Degree)
• MS/MA (Masters Degree) or Higher

Have you completed courses in water technology?

• Yes
• No

Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain within 12 months of appointment, a California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade D1 Certificate?

• Yes, currently possess
• No, but have the ability to obtain within 12 months of appointment
• No

What is the highest grade level of Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board do you currently possess?

• None
• T1
• T2
• T3
• T4
• T5

Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain upon appointment, a valid California drivers license?

• Yes, currently possess
• No, but have the ability to obtain upon appointment
• No

Do you currently possess, or have the ability to obtain within 9 months of appointment, a valid California Commercial Driver's License with a Tanker Endorsement?

• Yes, currently possess
• No, but have the ability to obtain within 9 months of appointment
• No
• Required Question