Distribution Operator I/II

City of San Clemente•San Clemente, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of San Clemente is looking for a dependable, safety-minded, and hardworking individual to join our Utilities team as a Distribution Operator I/II. This is an exciting opportunity to perform meaningful, hands-on work that directly supports public health, reliable water service, emergency readiness, and the daily operations of our community. Distribution Operators help maintain the City's water distribution system, water lines, valves, hydrants, meters, pump stations, reservoirs, and related facilities. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, solving problems, learning technical skills, and being part of a team that provides an essential public service, this may be a great opportunity for you. This position works a four (4) day workweek, 10 hours each day. Enjoy a 3-day weekend, every weekend! At the Distribution Operator II level, employees may perform more advanced assignments, work more independently, operate specialized equipment, assist with training lower-level staff, explain work methods and procedures, and help support operational decisions to water system performance, water quality, flows, pressures, and system reliability.

Requirements

One (1) year of responsible experience performing field maintenance work, construction, plumbing or related work is desirable (Distribution Operator I)
Two (2) years of responsible experience performing field maintenance work, construction, or related work on water distribution facilities or similar systems is desirable (Distribution Operator II)
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment, a valid Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate issue by the California State Water Resources Control Board (Distribution Operator I)
Possession of a valid Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (Distribution Operator II)
Possession of a valid Grade I Water Treatment Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (Distribution Operator II)
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B Driver License within 18 months from date of appointment (Both Distribution Operator I and II)
High School Diploma, or equivalent, supplemented by specialized training in maintenance, construction, water distribution, utilities, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Takes pride in providing reliable public service
Enjoys hands-on field work and working outdoors
Is dependable, safety-focused, and willing to learn
Has experience with water systems, construction, maintenance, utilities, or related field work
Can operate tools, vehicles, and equipment safety and effectively
Communicates well with coworkers, supervisors, and members of the public
Can stay organized, follow procedures, and document work accurately
Is interested in building a career in water utilities and obtaining required certifications

Responsibilities

Maintaining and repairing water lines, valves, hydrants, meters, pump stations, reservoirs, and related facilities
Reading, inspecting, repairing, and replacing water meters
Performing leak detection surveys and utility mark-outs
Supporting fire hydrant inspection, repair, and flushing activities
Operating construction and maintenance equipment, vehicles, hand tools, and power tools
Creating and updating work orders in the City's maintenance management system
Assisting with capital improvement projects and field maintenance activities
Responding to public inquiries and providing helpful, professional service
Following safety procedures and supporting safe working conditions in the field
Assist with the maintenance and repair of the City's the water distribution system and water filtration plant including water lines, valves, and hydrants; ensure safe working conditions of system; make recommendations for improvements.
Read water consumption meters; turn on and off meters as needed; inspect meters to ensure accurate readings; repair and replace faulty meters.
Assist with the maintenance and operation of pump stations; record data; generate work orders for maintenance and repairs.
Operate various construction and maintenance equipment, including high velocity cleaning equipment, skid steer, front end loader and backhoe tractor equipment, dump trucks; use and maintain hand and power tools and assigned equipment; perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
Maintain fire hydrant inspection program; inspect fire hydrants; ensure water quality and proper fire hydrant operation; make repairs as necessary.
Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.
Assist in the construction of capital improvements projects.
Perform leak detection surveys using various sound sensitive leak detection equipment.
Perform Utility mark-outs related to water in accordance with Common Ground Alliance best practices and California law.
Generate preventive and corrective work orders using the City’s CMMS-Lucity to document and track the work performed.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Participation in the City's on-call rotation is required, including responding to after-hours water system emergencies, nights, weekends, and holidays.