Water Distribution Utility Operator

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• The City of Fernley, Nevada is seeking applicants for the entry level position of Water Distribution Utility Operator. Under the direction of the Water Distribution Foreman, Lead Operator and/or Shift Operator, the operator performs all daily operational raw and potable drinking water process requirements in accordance with local, state, and federal directives and regulations throughout the City’s Water Production and Distribution Systems.

Skills &

Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Must possess a valid Nevada driver's license and obtain a commercial driver license with a B and N endorsement within six (6) months of employment.

Must complete OSHA 10 within 90 days of employment.

Incumbents in this class must obtain and maintain a D-1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State of Nevada/NDEP and perform under those credentials within one year of hire.

How to apply: Submit a completed application to:
Human Resources, 595 Silver Lace Blvd., Fernley NV 89408 or email your completed application to Mitzi Carter tact Mitzi Carter at  or emailmcarter with questions.

The City of Fernley is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.

Must possess a valid Nevada driver’s license and possess or obtain a valid commercial driver’s license with a B and N endorsement within six (6) months of employment. Must complete OSHA 10 certification within 90 days of employment. Incumbents in this class must obtain and maintain a D-1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State of Nevada/NDEP and perform under those credentials within one year of hire.

High school diploma or equivalent.

The City of Fernley offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Fernley participates in the Nevada PERS retirement program and has no State Tax. We offer 100% fully paid health, dental, vision and life, AD&D and Short-term and Long-term insurances for our full-time members. Dependent coverage is available for nominal Plan Costs. We also have a voluntary deferred compensation program, and various levels of voluntary Life, and AD&D insurances.

We offer 13 paid holidays and both vacation (annual) and sick leave accruals. Plus, we re a Great Place to work for and maintain a hire-from-within mentality in order to see our members grow!