Senior Water Systems Operator

the city of signal hill public works – senior water systems operator

applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis. This recruitment may close at any time once sufficient qualified applications are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

under general supervision, the senior water systems operator leads and performs a variety of skilled work related to the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of the city's water system and facilities.

the city's water facility is classified as a d4 distribution and t2 treatment facility, ensuring safe, clean water delivery and treatment to the community.

the senior water systems operator is the lead classification responsible for directing and coordinating the work of personnel involved in water utility systems maintenance. The incumbent performs lead supervision duties, including planning, assigning, evaluating the work of subordinates, providing recommendations on discipline, and offering training as required. This classification differs from the water superintendent, which overall supervises operations and maintenance of city's water distribution systems, and from water systems operator and water maintenance worker i/ii, which do not involve this level of leadership.

the submission of california state water resources control board grade ii treatment operator (t2) and distribution operation (d2) certificates is required.

• leads, trains, assigns, and evaluates work of a crew in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of the city's water pumping, treatment, and distribution systems.
• installs mains, hydrant valves, meters and meter boxes; cleans, operates, and repairs valves and fire hydrants as needed; cleans, repairs, maintains, and operates booster pumps and water storage facilities; coordinates related contractor work.
• operates the city water system; takes samples; monitors and maintains adequate water levels in city storage facilities.
• coordinates, conducts inspections, and monitors the city's backflow and cross-connection control programs.
• prepares operation and maintenance reports; maintains records of activities as required by applicable laws and regulations.
• identifies areas in need of maintenance and/or repair, determines action needed, and coordinates implementation with the supervisor; maintains inventory and orders supplies as needed.
• responds to public service calls and complaints relative to water operations; determines appropriate corrective action.
• responds to and leads emergency repairs to the water system; responds to water quality complaints and inquiries from water system users.
• continually monitors water quality analysis results and system water quality to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

any combination of education, training, and work experience that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying.

high school diploma or ged equivalent.

three (3) years of full‑time paid experience in operations and distribution in a municipal or private water company.

• valid class c california driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance.
• class b california driver's license must be obtained during the one‑year probationary period.
• california state water resources control board water treatment operator grade ii (t2) certificate.
• california state water resources control board water distribution operator grade ii (d2) certificate.
• grade iii distribution operator certificate required within one year of employment.
• la county department of health services backflow tester certificate required.
• awwa cross‑connection specialist certificate desirable.

• knowledge of federal, state, and city rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to water facilities and systems.
• knowledge of administrative and supervisory procedures, principles, and practices.
• knowledge of water treatment and distribution system operation.
• knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances, and…