Temporary Water Maintenance Technician I

Irvine Ranch Water District•Irvine, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Irvine Ranch Water District is hiring two temporary Water Maintenance Technician I employees in the Field Services Department. The position is limited to six months and may not exceed 12 months. Under general supervision, the technician performs preventive maintenance and repairs on District potable and recycled water distribution infrastructure and related facilities, along with related duties. The role is the entry-level position in the Water Maintenance Technician series: employees learn District policies and procedures and perform routine work under close supervision, with assignments becoming more varied and independent as experience is gained. The position may require participation in the District standby program and scheduled or unscheduled overtime. Employees receive general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel and do not directly supervise staff. Work includes responding to water leaks, maintaining valves and related equipment, servicing hydrants and water-quality facilities, working with cathodic protection systems, and coordinating maintenance projects with public agencies. The technician also operates and maintains vehicles, tools, and equipment; controls traffic around work sites; responds to customer inquiries; interprets technical documents; inspects infrastructure; maintains work records; and follows applicable safety and dechlorination procedures. Employees work in the field, including in permit- and non-permit-required confined spaces. In accordance with California Government Code Section 3100, employees are disaster service workers and may be asked to respond in the event of a disaster.

Requirements

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
One year of experience performing water infrastructure or facilities maintenance work.
Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; candidates at the I level may apply some knowledge and ability requirements while still learning.
Valid California driver’s license, maintained throughout employment.
Valid Grade I (D1) Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board, maintained throughout employment.
Knowledge of principles, practices, techniques, equipment, and tools for maintaining hydraulic controls, system valves, and related equipment in a large metropolitan water infrastructure.
Knowledge of vehicle and hand- and power-tool operating characteristics, uses, and maintenance requirements; traffic control procedures; occupational hazards and safety standards, including driving practices and confined-space work; mathematics; recordkeeping; relevant laws, codes, regulations, industry standards, and best practices; District safety protocols; customer-service techniques; and relevant business communication tools and software.
Ability to perform preventive maintenance on potable and recycled water distribution infrastructure; determine responsibility for leak repairs; set up and operate traffic control; interpret technical documents; safely use and maintain required tools, equipment, and vehicles; maintain filing, recordkeeping, and tracking systems; perform mathematical computations; apply relevant laws, policies, procedures, and standards; exercise judgment within general guidelines; organize work and meet deadlines; communicate clearly; build effective working relationships; and use relevant computer systems and software.
Ability to perform fieldwork, including frequent walking in operational areas and working in confined spaces; operate a motor vehicle and tools; and carry, push, pull, and lift materials weighing 50 pounds, and up to 90 pounds with proper equipment.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of Achievement in operation and maintenance of automatic control valves; must be obtained within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

Respond to leak calls; determine whether repair responsibility belongs to the District or customer; identify and monitor water-loss points; locate and troubleshoot leaks in mains and service lines; prepare damaged areas, remove excess water, and shut down water service.
Coordinate water-system maintenance projects with city, county, state, and USA agencies.
Monitor flow and adjust hydraulic control valves with support from Water Operations; isolate and disassemble valves and pilots, inspect them, acid wash them, and replace parts as needed.
Locate, maintain, test, and gather and review data for cathodic protection systems.
Isolate air vacuum valves, relieve pressure, and flush them to troubleshoot and repair as needed.
Flush, service, repair, and replace fire hydrants according to District specifications; flush hydrants, bottom drains, and blow-offs to maintain water quality.
Work routinely in permit- and non-permit-required confined spaces.
Operate and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment; inspect and service them and make minor adjustments.
Control traffic around work sites to protect the public, consultants, contractors, and District workers.
Investigate and resolve customer inquiries, complaints, and service requests; explain problems and possible solutions, refer customers to other departments or agencies, and create work orders as appropriate.
Read and interpret as-builts, maps, schematics, drawings, diagrams, and related technical documentation.
Inspect infrastructure and facilities for safety issues, system integrity, and potential future work, and provide recommendations to the supervisor.
Provide information and task demonstrations to new employees in the same or similar class.
Perform daily pre-trip safety inspections of vehicles and equipment and ensure crew-truck parts and materials are available and stocked.
Keep work areas orderly and secure equipment, assigned vehicles, and tools at the end of the workday.
Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
Follow District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols; attend relevant training.
Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently and safely.
Follow District dechlorination procedures when responding to leaks.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Respond as a disaster service worker when requested in the event of a disaster.