Water System Operator II; Distribution

Under general supervision by an assigned Water System Lead Worker or Water System Supervisor, participates in the work of others in operation and maintenance of assigned section. This position may be assigned to Water Distribution, Sewer and Storm Water, Water Supply, or Customer Service sections of the Utilities Division of the Public Works Department.

Currently there are two (2) openings in the Water Distribution Section.

In addition to the above compensation, this position is eligible for certificate level one pay for incumbents that maintain a CWEA Grade 1 at a rate of $115 per month, certificate level two pay for incumbents that maintain a CWEA Grade 2 and/or D2/T2 at a rate of $265 per month, and certificate level three pay for incumbents that maintain a CWEA Grade 3 and/or D3/T3 at a rate of $295 per month.

Under direct supervision, an incumbent performs semi-skilled work in the operation and maintenance of assigned section. This position may be assigned to the Water Distribution, Sewer and Storm Water, Water Supply, or Customer Service sections of the Utilities Division of the Public Works Department.

• Perform tasks related to the basic operation and maintenance of assigned section.
• Utilize adequate and appropriate tools, equipment, and materials for each task assigned; implement necessary changes in work methods, practices, and priorities as directed.
• Respond to service requests, issues of regulatory compliance and complaints from the public; respond to emergency calls, including after hour calls from the public and other agencies, coordinating with other City staff as necessary; notify customers of interruption of services; explain priorities, programs and policies to the public; provide appropriate follow‑up.
• Participate in required training; perform work in a safe and efficient manner including proper and safe operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Collect and input data into spreadsheets and/or databases using desktop and mobile computers and equipment for compliance and infrastructure management programs.
• Document material inventory, field safety, construction activity, operational and infrastructure management data.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Conduct water distribution operation and preventative maintenance projects and programs including but not limited to: water valve exercising and rehabilitation, water service line, meter, and box replacement, fire hydrant maintenance and rehabilitation, water system flushing, and air release valve maintenance and rehabilitation.
• Conduct timely repair of water distribution system and service line leaks.
• Assist in the coordination and inspection of City‑owned water distribution construction activities including City contract and developer work.
• Conduct Underground Service Alert (USA) markings for City‑owned utilities.

High school graduate or equivalent. Recently completed college‑level coursework in Water, Sewer, Storm Water, and/or Environmental Science, Engineering, or other related field is desired.

Completed college‑level coursework in Water, Sewer, Storm Water, and/or Environmental Science, Engineering, or other related field may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for up to six (6) months of the experience requirement.

One (1) year of full‑time equivalent work experience in Water Distribution, Sewer and Storm Water, Water Supply, or Customer Service utilities construction, operation, and maintenance with experience performing the essential functions listed above is required. Work experience within a municipal water, sewer, or storm water agency or district is preferred.

Various aspects of water, sewer, and storm water system operations; general construction and maintenance procedures; equipment capabilities, limitations and safe operating characteristics; traffic laws, ordinances and regulations relating to the operation of assigned equipment; operation of water, sewer, and storm water facilities; operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pumps/motors; rehabilitating groundwater wells; performance and coordination of electrical and…