Lead Water Distribution Operator

MW&L is hiring a Lead Water Distribution Operator in the Water Division.

The Lead Water Distribution Operator plays an important role at the utility by supervising crews to construct, operate, and maintain the MW&L water distribution system. This individual actively collaborates with supervisors, Engineering, subordinates, and contractors in the planning, implementation, and completion of projects. This position requires a team player who works harmoniously, efficiently, and safely with office staff and field crew employees.

This position exercises independent discretion to schedule and direct operations and maintenance duties.

Hourly rate: $39.85-$52.45 /hour.

• Our community appreciates and respects what we do for them. You get to make a difference in our local community!
• Great crew dedicated to doing quality work and providing excellent customer service.
• All employees work a 4x10 (M-Th) schedule, contributing to a quality work/life balance.
• Short commutes to work and condensed work days mean more time with your family doing what you enjoy.
• Most worksites are minutes away – your day isn’t spent commuting between locations.
• Our wages and benefits are competitive; we offer PERS (Oregon Public Employees Retirement).

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of experience in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution, water transmission, and water storage systems and facilities.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may qualify.

• Oregon Class A CDL driver’s license with air brake and tanker endorsement (or ability to acquire within 6 months of hire date) with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, drug test, and physical.
• Certified as a State of Oregon Water Distribution Operator 3 or ability to obtain within twelve months of hire date.
• First Aid/CPR certifications; flagging certification.
• Live within 30 minutes of McMinnville city limits.

• Three years of Operational Decision Making (ODM) experience preferred.
• Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) certification desired.
• Two years of college-level coursework with science-based credits is desired.
• Supervisory experience in a construction environment is highly desired.