Senior Operator; Production

* This position does not require a Class A California Driver’s License*

Mesa Water District (Mesa Water®) is excited to announce that it is now accepting applications for a Senior Operator - Production. This individual is the District's water production system expert and performs the most complex water production duties. Senior Operators independently perform maintenance, testing and repairs on our system's infrastructure in order to ensure an uninterrupted supply of potable water to our customers.

• Technical Expertise - Water production & treatment processes including, understanding of monochloramines, membranes, internal combustion engines, and emissions.
• Mechanical Insight - Troubleshoot and repair water treatment mechanical equipment (e.g., engines, pumps, wells, etc.).
• Mathematical Ability - Perform water math, such as mathematical conversions, dosing calculations, etc.
• Safety Focus - Show vigilance and care in identifying and addressing safety hazards.
• Manual Dexterity & General Physical Ability - Work with tools, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, etc.
• Handling Stress & Adaptability - Adapt and maintain competence in the face of adversity.
• Attention to Detail - Focus on details of work, including paperwork, reports, calculations, etc.
• Informing - Proactively share information about important work updates.
• Leadership - Guide and encourage other staff, providing senior-level expertise in water production.
• Self Management & Project Management - Independently work efficiently and effectively, meeting mandatory project deadlines.

Mesa Water is an independent, top-performing special district, located in Costa Mesa, California, which is just minutes away from the coast, and home to a vibrant community in the heart of Orange County, including top schools, businesses, restaurants, and landmarks such as Segerstrom Center for the Arts, OC Fair & Event Center, South Coast Plaza, and more. At Mesa Water, you’ll be part of an award-winning agency that provides 100% local and reliable groundwater to more than 110,000 residents and businesses throughout Costa Mesa, parts of Newport Beach, and unincorporated areas of Orange County.

Mesa Water is the only water district in the county to provide its community with water sourced entirely from local groundwater supplies.

An industry leader, and the most efficient water agency in Orange County, Mesa Water is known for its entrepreneurial, collaborative spirit, forward-thinking business practices and technologies, and commitment to remarkable customer service. Employees are provided with an excellent benefits package offering $2,400/month in flex credits, participation in CalPERS, a matching 457b plan (up to 3.5%), a generous education reimbursement program, and a wealth of training and professional development opportunities.

To learn more, follow @Mesa Water on Facebook, Instagram, and visit Mesa Water.org.

Under direction, leads, oversees, and participates in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled work involved in the operation of water production systems. Receives direction from Water Operation Supervisor, and provides lead direction over staff.

This is the advanced journey level class in the Operator Series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including serving as a lead worker over assigned staff and work sites.

Employees perform duties requiring specialized knowledge of water system operations and water maintenance, water system utility construction methods, plan specification interpretation for field installations, and working knowledge of engineering practices. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility. Work requires judgment in the interpretation of policies, procedures, and guidelines and may require the development of recommendations consistent with policies and procedures.

• Leads, plans, trains, and reviews the work of staff responsible for the operation of the District’s water production facilities and computer support equipment, and the maintenance and repair of related mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and systems.
• Oversees and participates in conducting…