Water Distribution Operator

City of Oxnard • Oxnard, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking qualified Water Distribution Operators to join the Water Division team. Reporting directly to the Water Distribution Chief Operator, this position plays an essential role in the operation and maintenance of the City's water distribution system. As a member of a dedicated, service-focused team, the Water Distribution Operator will work in a collaborative environment that values teamwork, leadership, and professional development at every level. The Water Division is committed to providing the community with safe, reliable drinking water while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) year of related utilities maintenance and/or repair experience
• Valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution D1 Certification upon hire
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

Nice To Haves

• Valid California Class A Driver’s License within 12 months of hire
• California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution D2 Certification within 12 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, including but not limited to backhoes, dump trucks, and skid steers
• Perform routine distribution maintenance on water system appurtenances
• Install, repair, and replace water services, water mains, water meters, and other distribution appurtenances
• Work in traffic and provide traffic control, and set up appropriate traffic control signs, barricades, and message boards
• Provide quality customer service to both internal and external customers
• Train new staff members on maintenance procedures
• Keep abreast of current water regulation and safety requirements
• Work in trenches and confined spaces
• Perform on-call duties and after-hours work as necessary
• Performs skilled installation, maintenance, repair, and/or replacement of equipment in the assigned area of water distribution, and/or utility meter operations; may serve as a lead worker by assigning and monitoring the work of others.
• Performs inspections of equipment, systems, and work sites in assigned area; identifies issues related to equipment, operating processes, measurements, calibration, and/or service quality; addresses issues by making repairs, recommendations, adjustments, and/or referring complex issues to appropriate resource.
• Organizes and maintains assigned equipment, tools, supplies, and materials; maintains activity records, files, and documentation related to the assignment area.
• Receives and responds to inquiries and information requests; provides general information related to the area of assignment; refers specialized, technical requests to the appropriate resource.
• Responds to emergency requests, as required.
• Provides maintenance for the water distribution system
• Operating heavy and light equipment
• Locating and marking water mains and other appurtenances
• Assisting with sampling
• Performing traffic control during repairs
• Installing and removing water services and connections
• Performing janitorial and grounds maintenance for facilities

Benefits

• Direct deposit plan
• Paid on a bi-weekly basis
• Overtime pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED