Water Distribution Operator I​/II

Water Distribution Operator I/II (58.25)

Location:

NORWALK, CA (Central Basin East)
Job Code:
58.25
Pay range: $21.76 - $32.72 (WDO I) / $24.46 - $39.14 (WDO II) Hourly

Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor‑owned water utilities in the United States. We deliver quality, reliable water to more than 1 million people in over 80 communities throughout California. Golden State Water is over 90 years old because we put customers first.

• Learn tasks associated with maintenance and operation of a water distribution system.
• Use tools and equipment required for the job.
• Install, repair, and replace water mains, services, valves, fire hydrants, and meters under direction.
• Interact with customers as a company representative.
• Perform basic customer support activities for installation, modification, service, and repair of water distribution equipment.
• Locate water main and service lines; perform routine maintenance such as system flushing, valve exercising, and fire hydrant maintenance.
• Inspect and test equipment, record accurate details of working order, and conduct fire flow tests.
• Notify customers of scheduled and emergency outages; develop and implement shut‑downs for planned or emergency work.
• Operate heavy machinery, including a dump truck and backhoe.
• Follow basic safe‑work practices—traffic control, PPE, trench shoring, hazardous materials, confined spaces, and electrical safety.
• Perform meter reads, field investigations, and delinquent account collections.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment safely; prepare daily logs and reports.
• Available for emergency response, 24 hours/day, seven days/week; must reside within 25 miles of the nearest water system boundary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• General PC skills.
• Good written and verbal communication; strong organizational skills.
• Valid California driver’s license.

• For Operator I:
  Not applicable.
• For Operator II: SWRCB Grade 1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate; two years as Operator I or equivalent experience.

• Trustworthy; strong integrity.
• Accountable and own work.
• Team‑oriented; collaborative.
• Emotional maturity.
• Professionalism with internal and external customers.
• Organized; attention to detail; time management.
• High initiative; self‑starter.

Physical demands include standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping, crouching, sitting, typing, reading, writing, and speaking for extended periods of time. Work may be in all weather conditions throughout the day.

We offer medical, dental, vision plans (85% employer premium), paid vacation, sick time, 12 company holidays, 401(k) and defined contribution profit‑sharing plans, and life, AD&D, LTD insurance, health savings and flexible spending accounts.

Compensation is based on skills, experience, education, certification, and other factors. All positions undergo background checks. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with special needs.

The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age over 40, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.