Water Operator OIT, I or II

FT Water Operator OIT, I or II

The City of Pattersons Public Works Department is seeking a full-time Water Operator in Training, Operator I or II position.

• Inspecting and repairing water meters and water service lines
• Monitoring and recording meter readings of water consumption levels
• Testing backflow protection devices and performing related adjustments as needed
• Collecting and transporting water samples for lab analysis
• Conducting bacteriological testing and monitoring chlorine levels
• Coordinating and monitoring construction and improvement projects
• Inventory and ordering parts
• Programming pump stations
• Performing other duties as assigned

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Any additional recent training or academic courses and certification programs relevant to this job classification are desirable.

• Water Operator in Training:
  Six months of experience in mechanical maintenance, underground construction, or building trades.
• Water Operator I:
  One year of water distribution or treatment operation and maintenance experience equivalent to the Water Operator In Training classification with the City of Patterson.
• Water Operator II:
  Two years of water distribution or water treatment operation and maintenance experience.

• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License at the time of appointment.
• Water Operator in Training:
  Ability to obtain and maintain a valid California Class B license prior to the completion of the probationary period.
• Water Operator I:
  Possession of a valid California Class B license within one year of appointment;
  Possession of a Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board;
  Possession of a Grade I Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
• Water Operator II:
  Possession of a valid California Class B license within one year of appointment;
  Possession of a Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board;
  Possession of a Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.

Recruitment at 5:00 PM

Applications will be reviewed for possession of the minimum qualifications. In the event that a large number of applicants possess the minimum qualifications, applicants who appear to be the most qualified based on the breadth and recency of experience will be invited to an interview.