Water Distribution Operator III

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 has been in business for more than 90 years because we put customers first.

POSITION DEFINITION: Water Distribution Operator III

Accountability

The Water Distribution Operator III may be a Designated Shift Operator per California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) definition and works under the general direction of the Water Distribution Superintendent or Operations Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- May perform shift operator duties as defined by the SWRCB.

- Performs intermediate to advanced water distribution system operation and maintenance activities, included but not limited to the installation, modification and repair of water distribution equipment and facilities.

- Isolates equipment and system malfunctions and takes corrective action.

- Familiar with large meters and their settings.

- Familiar with Automatic Meter Reading

- Assists with Capital Budget Programs related to aged meter replacements, valve and fire hydrant replacement and other minor improvement projects.

- Participates in field checks and pre-construction meetings and activities related to capital and major maintenance projects.

- May be assigned to maintain inventory and order all materials required to support water distribution system maintenance and operations activities.

- Understands water distribution system operation and maintenance practices including but not limited to pipeline disinfection procedures, system flushing strategies, valve and fire hydrant maintenance practices.

- Trains and guides other Water Distribution Operators.

- May perform Customer Care & Billing operations.

- Prepares daily logs and reports on work performed.

- Available for emergency response, 24 hours/day, seven days/week.

- Must reside within 25 miles of the nearest water system boundary where assigned in order to respond to emergencies.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Three years as a Water Distribution Operator II or five years as a Water Distribution Operator in the water utility industry.

- SWRCB Grade 2 Water Distribution certification required (or applicable SWRCB certification if designated as shift operator).

- SWRCB Grade 1 Water Treatment certification preferred.

- Valid California Driver’s license or applicable commercial truck driver’s license.

May include working in all weather conditions, during all hours of the day. Physical demands include but are not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.

Qualities of a Successful Distribution Operator III

- Trustworthy; strong personal integrity

- Demonstrates strong level of accountability and ownership

- Collaborative/Team oriented

- Emotional Maturity

- Exhibits professionalism with internal and external customers

- Organized with strong attention to detail and time management skills

- High degree of initiative; self-starter

BENEFITS

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.