Water System Operator I, II, III

Draper City • Draper, UT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Water Manager, and assigned under direct supervision of the Water Foreman or Water Crew Lead, works with assigned crew in one or more of the following areas: construction, operations and maintenance of the city’s water distribution system. This role involves reading water meters, performing installation, cleaning, operation, maintenance, and repair of the city’s water systems and supply, transmission, and distribution systems. It also includes responding to customer complaints, coordinating meter issues, completing work orders, and assisting in security checks. The operator monitors the water system for potential threats, adheres to safety procedures, operates and maintains tools and equipment, and performs Blue Stake markings. Heavy equipment operation, maintenance of water system components, and timely response to 24-hour emergency calls are also key aspects of the role. Participation in snow removal and other related duties as assigned are expected.

Requirements

• Water System Operator I: High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Water System Operator I: Any work experience in construction, plumbing or related field.
• Water System Operator II: High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Water System Operator II: Two years progressively related experience in construction, plumbing or related field.
• Water System Operator III: High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Water System Operator III: Four years progressively related experience in construction, plumbing or related field.
• Water System Operator III: Work experience in a number of aspects of water system related maintenance and repairs required.
• Valid Utah Driver License.
• Must possess the following training and certifications or obtain within 12 months of hire: Utah Class A CDL
• Water System Operator I: Class I Water Distribution certification
• Water System Operator I: Flagger certification
• Water System Operator II: Class II Water Distribution certification
• Water System Operator II: Trench Safety or Confined Space
• Water System Operator II: Traffic Control Flagger certification
• Water System Operator II: Heavy Equipment Training
• Water System Operator III: Class IV Water Distribution certification
• Water System Operator III: OSHA 10 Hour card
• Water System Operator III: Trench Safety or Confined Space certification
• Water System Operator III: Traffic Control
• Water System Operator III: Heavy Equipment Training
• Water System Operator III: Cross Connection Administrator Certification
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, equipment and materials required for effective water system related operations, maintenance and repairs.
• Knowledge of general safety practices and procedures.
• Skill with observing and participating in work zone safety procedures.
• Skill with following safety principles when operating vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to follow established operation, maintenance programs and work assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to effectively maintain working relationships with other employees and to interact with the general public in a polite and professional manner.
• Water System Operator II: Understanding engineering drawings.
• Water System Operator III: Understanding engineering drawings.
• Water System Operator III: Cultivate effective working relationships with other employees and to interact with the general public in a polite and professional manner.

Nice To Haves

• Water System Operator I: Work experience in water system related operations, maintenance, construction and repairs preferred.
• Water System Operator II: Work experience in a number of aspects of water system related maintenance and repairs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reads water meters throughout the city using the automated meter reading system.
• Performs installation, cleaning, operation, maintenance and repair of the city’s water systems and supply, transmission and distribution systems, and monitors pressures and telemetering equipment.
• Responds to customer complaints and turns customer water on and off, as needed.
• Maintains water meters of various sizes: inspects, installs, repairs, and cleans.
• Coordinates meter issues with supervisor and Utility Billing division.
• Completes work orders and various other records pertaining to work activities.
• Assists in security checks.
• Operates small equipment, saws, compactor, generators, etc.
• Monitors water system looking for excavations, leaks, breaks, or other situations which pose a threat to the water lines, mains and services.
• Observes and actively participates in work zone safety procedures and follows safety principles when operating vehicles and equipment; flags on-coming vehicles to protect the public and workers; sets up warning signs and signalization equipment.
• Operates, cleans and maintains tools, vehicles and equipment to ensure proper working order.
• Maintains and repairs fire hydrants.
• Assists in the maintenance and adjustments to Pressure Reducing Valves (PRV), as needed.
• Assists in the maintenance and repair of Booster Pump Stations.
• Assists in the miscellaneous sampling and testing of city water systems.
• Performs Blue Stake markings of city owned utilities.
• Operates heavy equipment; including backhoe, loader, excavator, etc.
• Maintains all components of the city water system; inspects, installs, repairs, and cleans water service connections, water lines and mains.
• Responds timely to 24-hour emergency response calls, as expected.
• Adheres to on-call rotation schedule and responds, as required.
• Participates in snow removal.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance (Traditional or HDHP with employer HSA contribution up to $3,400 per benefit year) effective DOH or Medical Cash Out
• Gym and Wellness Incentive Program Reimbursement
• 401(k) up to 3.5% match effective DOH
• Enrollment in Utah Retirement System (URS)
• Employer paid Life Insurance of 150K
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• 13 holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement after new hire probation

What This Job Offers

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