Operator I (Limited Term)

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Operator I (Limited Term)Open Date: 07/14/25Close Date: 08/18/25Salary: $33.56 per hourJob Type: Limited Term (Fixed Term)Location: AMS Water Treatment Facility, 243 Lakeshore Road, Boulder CityFor any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at recruitment@lvvwd.com.The term of this appointment will be a maximum of 24 months and Limited Term (LT). All persons hired into Limited Term (LT) positions will be required to sign a term of employment letter specifying conditions of employment.

Hours of Work: 4/10's, rotating through various shifts for training. Must be willing to work flexible schedules, including evenings, grave, 24-hour call-out required. Shift to be determined based on operational needs.

The ideal candidate will have education, training, and/or experience in water distribution or treatment equivalent to a four-year degree. They should understand key Safe Drinking Water Act regulations (e.g., Surface Water Treatment Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Total Coliform Rule, etc.). Have the ability to clearly and concisely communicate both verbally and in writing with others. Have the ability to follow directions, compute mathematical equations related to water system distribution and prepare accurate reports. Have the ability to troubleshoot water system issues. have an understanding of and experience with operating SCADA systems. Be proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software are essential. Nevada State Distribution and Treatment Operator I certifications are desirable. Candidates must be willing to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 operation.

INTRODUCTION: Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The successful candidate may be required to pass a drug screening, background check and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled journey-level duties in the operation and minor maintenance and repair of a water treatment, production, transmission and distribution facilities and equipment; and performs related duties as assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Principles, methods and techniques for operating pumps, valves, electric motors, diesel engines and electronic, computerized and manual control systems; functions and servicing requirements of equipment used in potable water facilities; principles, methods, practices and techniques utilized in chemical, bacteriological and biological analyses; federal and state safe drinking water laws and regulations; microcomputer applications related to the work, including modern, state-of-the-art supervisory control and data acquisition systems.

Ability to:

Operate a variety of pumping, treatment, control and transmission equipment and machinery, including digital control equipment; accurately read meters, gauges, valve books, blueprints and schematic drawings; make mathematical calculations, including metrics; establish and maintain effective relationships with those encountered in the course of the work; work independently and exercise sound judgment in performing assignments; understand and follow oral and written instructions; prepare basic records and reports of work performed; operate and maintain hand and power tools pertaining to the work; safety practices and procedures pertaining to the work.

Training and Experience:

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and one year of experience in operations involving the production, treatment, storage and transmission of potable water; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

A valid Nevada driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.

Operations - State of Nevada Division of Environmental Protection Distribution Operator's Grade I within 12 months of hire;

Treatment - Nevada State Health Division Treatment Operator I certification within 12 months of hire.

Completion of HAZWOPER training within one year from date of hire.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally over 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Some employees in this class may be required to occasionally wear respirators. In accordance with OSHA regulations, employees are prohibited from having facial or head hair that impairs the effectiveness of respirator equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties of the class as they relate to this requirement.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or new skills; interact with District staff, other organizations and the public.