Operations and Maintenance III

Crescenta Valley Water District•La Crescenta-Montrose, CA

About The Position

The Operations and Maintenance Worker III is an advanced journey-level position in CVWD’s Operations and Maintenance Worker series. Under general supervision from the Construction Supervisor and Operations & Maintenance Manager, the role performs a full range of maintenance, installation, and repair assignments in water distribution and wastewater collection systems, from basic to highly technical work. The Worker III provides general supervision and training to O&M Workers I and II and serves as crew lead by responding to and coordinating field crews when an O&M Worker IV is absent. Promotion to O&M Worker IV may be possible after the incumbent demonstrates sufficient experience, leadership, and supervisory ability to direct crews effectively. Work includes maintaining, inspecting, installing, and repairing water distribution and wastewater collection facilities; operating construction and maintenance equipment; responding to customer concerns and emergencies; and training staff in safe, standard work practices. The position may include standby hours and rotation when the employee has the appropriate certifications. The role involves outdoor and physically demanding field work, exposure to varied environmental conditions, and the possibility of overtime or changed work hours, including night-shift assignments due to traffic concerns or high-flow conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; equivalent combinations of experience and/or education may qualify.
Three years of responsible apprentice-level work experience installing, maintaining, and repairing water service systems and sewer collection systems, including some field customer-relations experience.
Possess and maintain a California Class C driver’s license.
Provide proof of a driving record free of multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents for at least two consecutive years.
Possess and maintain a valid Distribution 3 certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board or a Collections System Operator 2 certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association.
Intermediate to expert knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection system operations, services, and activities.
Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used for water service installation, maintenance, and repair, and journey-level sewer collection system maintenance.
Knowledge of construction documents, forms, work-process flows and systems, District customer-service policies and procedures, work-safety standards, and basic employee training and supervision principles.
Ability to analyze complex water distribution and collection-system maintenance problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective actions.
Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative, provide leadership and work direction, and train staff through hands-on instruction.
Ability to communicate tactfully with the public; cooperate across departments; uphold District values; and work with others using emotional intelligence.
Ability to demonstrate competence as a job-site competent person when required and model ethical conduct.
Ability to safely operate District vehicles and field equipment, including sewer vacuum trucks, backhoes, valve trucks, and mini excavators.
Ability to follow oral and written directions, read and understand construction drawings and specifications, and observe occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and reach with equipment or parts weighing up to 50 pounds; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and stand or walk for extended periods.
Ability to work outdoors and in environments involving dust, dirt, temperature changes, humidity, wetness, occasional loud noise, slippery surfaces, and occasional contact with oil or grease.
Ability to work overtime or change working hours, including possible night-shift assignments, due to traffic concerns or high-flow conditions.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in water or wastewater subjects.
Specialized training in maintenance and construction work.
A Water Treatment 2 certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled construction, installation, maintenance, and repair work on water distribution facilities, including mains, service lines, valves, meters, and hydrants.
Perform skilled construction, installation, maintenance, and repair work on wastewater collection facilities, including mains, service laterals, cleanouts, and manholes.
Use safe construction practices, including selecting and installing trench shoring and understanding soil classifications and shoring requirements.
Perform basic inspections in accordance with District construction standards.
Assess damage and identify materials and equipment needed for water-main and service-line repairs; install new water laterals, replace old water mains, perform water-main taps under pressure, and operate large and small valves.
Evaluate job sites for safety and determine maintenance and repair needs.
Maintain, inspect, and repair water distribution and sewer collection systems; locate, replace, exercise, inspect, and test valves, and plan and perform main shutdown procedures.
Operate construction and maintenance equipment, including sewer vacuum trucks and equipment, backhoes, front loaders, mini excavators, boring tools, jack hammers, and dump trucks; perform preventative equipment maintenance.
Inspect and maintain sewer collection pipes and manholes, ensuring pipes are free from debris and cracks.
Respond to wastewater-related customer complaints, including sewer odors, blockages, and noisy manhole covers, and make corrections or recommendations as appropriate.
Train staff in proper work methods and standard safety precautions, and review work for compliance with established standards.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers, outside agencies, and the public.
Maintain regular attendance and adhere to the prescribed work schedule.
Shut down main lines during emergencies or planned exercises.
Respond to emergencies as required and perform related duties as assigned.
Possibly perform standby hours and rotation when in possession of appropriate certifications.
Provide work direction, coaching, instruction, and motivation to staff, and demonstrate hands-on water-system and collection-system activities.
Operate District vehicles and equipment safely and effectively, follow directions, read construction drawings and specifications, and observe occupational hazards and safety practices.