Station Maintenance Operator II

South Coast Water District•San Clemente, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Station Maintenance Operator II is responsible for performing skilled station maintenance and operational support activities to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the District’s lift stations, pump stations, and related facilities. This position is classified as Station Maintenance Operator II (Non-Exempt) and is part of the Station Maintenance Department. The role is responsible for independently performing routine and preventive maintenance tasks, conducting inspections, and responding to operational needs while applying District procedures and safety requirements. The position receives general supervision from the Station Maintenance Supervisor and does not supervise staff, though it may provide technical guidance or assistance to entry-level operators as directed. This classification is characterized as the journey-level class in the station maintenance series, distinguished from Station Maintenance Operator I by increased independence, technical skill, and responsibility, and from higher-level classes by limited responsibility for complex troubleshooting and system-wide coordination. The Station Maintenance series is structured to provide a clear and progressive pathway for employee development, advancing technical expertise, independence, problem-solving capability, leadership support, and supervisory responsibility in support of the District’s pump stations, lift stations, and related facilities. Progression within the series reflects increasing levels of technical complexity, decision-making authority, coordination responsibility, and leadership involvement to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient system operations.

Requirements

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade is required.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience performing station maintenance, pump station, lift station operations, or related mechanical or facilities maintenance work is required.
Possession of and the ability to maintain, a CWEA Mechanical Technologist Grade I certification is required.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of appointment and maintain, a valid California Class B driver’s license with air brake and tank endorsements and a satisfactory driving record is required.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for up to ten (10) hours per day, and to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, climb ladders, kneel, crouch, and work at floor and overhead levels as needed to perform essential job functions.
Sufficient vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to observe equipment conditions, use basic tools, read gauges and work instructions, and use a computer or mobile device.
Interact with coworkers, supervisors, and the public in a positive, cooperative, and supportive manner, ensuring that all actions align with and support South Coast Water District’s policies, mission, vision, core values and performance measures.
All Orange County Water District employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Nice To Haves

CWEA Mechanical Technologist Grade II certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and preventive maintenance activities at lift stations, pump stations, and related facilities with minimal supervision.
Conduct inspections of station equipment and facilities to identify maintenance, safety, or operational issues and take appropriate corrective action within assigned authority.
Apply District standard operating procedures, safety practices, and maintenance standards consistently in assigned work.
Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles used in station maintenance activities.
Respond to operational issues, alarms, or service needs during assigned shifts or on-call periods as directed.
Assist with documentation, logs, and work records related to station maintenance activities.
Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers regarding work progress, equipment conditions, and safety concerns.
Provide functional assistance and guidance to entry-level operators as assigned.
Participate in assigned after-hours standby and on-call rotations, responding to emergency maintenance and operational needs within required timeframes.
Support system reliability by identifying and addressing routine operational and maintenance issues.