Water and Sewer Distribution Operator

Recruitments posted as "Continuous" are subject to close at any time following an initial two-week posting period. Upon closing, the applications received will be screened and notices will be sent to the applicants regarding the status of their application.

Under supervision from the supervisor and or the lead worker, to perform a variety of semi-skilled pipe and related work on the installation, maintenance, and repair of water and sewer lines, storm drains, services and related equipment; and to do related work as assigned. This position is funded by the sewer utility and most day-to-day assignments will be associated with sewer maintenance.

These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The examples of work performed are neither restricted to nor all-encompassing of the duties to be performed under this job title.

• Tap pipelines and install and repair valves, hydrants, meters, and pipes of all sizes which may or may not be under pressure.
• Measure, cut, thread, and fit pipes.
• Locate leaks and make repairs.
• Install, clean, and repair sewer lines, storm drains, and laterals.
• Clean and rod sewer lines.
• Install forms and pour and finish concrete.
• Operate motorized equipment including backhoe, loader and sewer cleaning equipment.
• Operate trucks and other light power-driven and vibrating hand tools and equipment, including but not limited to jackhammers and whackers.
• Keep tools in clean and safe working condition.
• Maintain water and sewer operational records and charts.
• Take night, weekend, and holiday standby duty on rotational basis with other Department employees.
• May work unsupervised and may supervise others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Materials, tools, equipment, and methods used in water and sewer system installation and repair.
• Meters, valves, fittings, and taps.
• Operation of a variety of public works power driven equipment.
• Safe work practices.

• Perform a wide variety of skilled tasks in the installation, repair, and cleaning of sewer and water systems.
• Operate motorized equipment including backhoe, loader and sewer cleaning equipment.
• Perform heavy manual labor and lift up to 95 pounds.
• Operate trucks and other light power-driven and vibrating hand tools and equipment, including but not limited to jackhammers and whackers.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Tolerate changes in outside temperatures from winter to summer and tolerate dust, pollen, wind, and rain.
• Work in confined areas, such as in manholes.
• Stand for periods of up to four hours at a time.
• Walk on uneven or steep terrain.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Work various shifts and flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Two years of experience in water and sewer installation, maintenance, and repair, or related experience which would indicate possession of the above qualifications.

Completion of formal or informal education equivalent to completion of 12th grade.

• Possession of a valid Class A California Driver's License with a tanker endorsement. (This position will be subject to the United States Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration regulations relating to controlled substance and alcohol use and testing.)
• Ability to obtain a valid State of California D-2 Water Distribution Certificate within 12 months of appointment.

All Water and Sewer employees shall, within six months of hire, establish residency within a 30-minute notification to respond zone.

Applications must be filled out completely. Resumes submitted in lieu of completing an application will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee and those applicants who appear to be among the best qualified will be selected for the examination process. This process may include a variety of techniques designed to test applicants’ knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job.

An eligibility list will be established by ranking candidates by their overall score and a selection will…