Senior Operator; Production
Listed on 2026-11-02
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Utility Technician, Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Maintenance Worker
Job includes a State Water Board certification
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.
Education:
Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade, supplemented by vocational or technical training in water utility science, water distribution infrastructure maintenance and repair practices, mechanical maintenance and repair practices, or construction inspection.
Education:
Four years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of water production infrastructure.
Certifications:
Possession of Water Distribution Operator Grade D3 Certification issued by State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB).
Possession of a Water Treatment Grade T2 Certificate issued by SWRCB.
License:
Must possess a valid US driver's license upon date of application. Must obtain California driver's license following hire date per California DMV regulations.
Other:
Must reside within 40 miles of the nearest boundary to Mesa Water District in order to participate in the mandatory standby program based on operational needs and respond to emergencies.
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