Water Production Technician I

City of Arcadia • Arcadia, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Public Works Services Department is seeking a skilled and dedicated Water Production Technician to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase expertise in the water production field while working collaboratively with a team that values insight, creative problem-solving, and teamwork. Integrity, loyalty, and dependability are essential qualities for this position as the role is crucial in providing one of the community's most vital resources-water. The Arcadia Public Works Services Department has a passion for service to the community and believes that employees are their greatest asset. They are dedicated to excellent, proactive customer service, connecting with the community, finding creative solutions, and innovative thinking.

Requirements

• One year of experience in performing general construction or mechanical equipment maintenance work which involved the use of hand and power tools and the operation of light trucks.
• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C driver's license with a hazardous material endorsement.
• Possession of a Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade II, issued by the State of California Department of Health Services.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift 100 lbs., distinguish color, and wear protective apparel.
• Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and traffic hazards.
• Ability to travel to different sites and locations.
• Availability for on-call, stand-by, and emergency call.

Nice To Haves

• Solution-oriented
• Competent and detail-oriented
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management skills

Responsibilities

• Make routine daily inspections of all water production and storage facilities; identify any improper functioning of equipment or operations.
• Install, clean, adjust, overhaul, re-build, paint, and operate valves; troubleshoot valves when problems occur within the water distribution system.
• Inspect reservoirs, water levels, and telemetry; make adjustments to maintain proper water levels.
• Operate, test, maintain, and repair pumps, telemetry system, SCADA system, chlorinating equipment, valves, meters, gauges, and electrical and gas water-pumping equipment.
• Prepare detailed reports of performance and condition of pumping facilities.
• Perform the chlorinating and testing of pipelines and reservoirs; check chlorine dosage rates; weigh cylinders; record daily usage.
• Perform daily check of chlorine residuals in reservoirs; records results.
• Make emergency changes of equipment in the event of mechanical failures.
• Take samples from wells, reservoirs and private property outlets for chemical analysis and Health Department testing.
• Maintain and repair reservoirs and pumping facilities.
• Read and work from maps, blueprints, and sketches.
• Observe safety precautions regarding traffic control, confined space entry, and power equipment operation.
• Respond to customer complaints.
• Maintain records and logs; keep charts updated on remote and local recorders; complete reports as necessary.
• Read watt-hour meters, water production meters, and other devices.
• Perform general maintenance and cleanup duties around water facilities.
• Operate a variety of vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of water distribution systems.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• CalPERS retirement plan
• Three tier monthly benefit allowance of up to: $866 Employee only coverage $1,400 Employee + 1 coverage $1,800 Family Coverage
• City paid Vision Plan for employee and dependents
• City paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability
• Expected salary increases of: 5% effective 07/01/2026
• Longevity pay
• Tuition reimbursement/advancement upon the completion of probationary period

What This Job Offers

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