Water System Worker I
About The Position
The Water System Worker I is the entry-level class in the Water System Operator series. Under general supervision, the worker assists with testing, cleaning, maintaining, inspecting, repairing, installing, replacing, treating, distributing, constructing, and operating the City’s water systems and infrastructure, including surface- and groundwater treatment. The position requires understanding and applying relevant policies, procedures, and work methods. Incumbents may occasionally assist with training lower-level Public Works positions and perform other related duties as required. The role is distinguished from Water System Operator II, whose incumbents may have lead responsibility, and from Public Works Maintenance Worker II because this position requires skills, knowledge, and experience in water-system repair, maintenance, and installation. The posting describes automatic promotion to Water System Worker II upon obtaining a D2 certification and Backflow Prevention Device General Testing Certification. The position may also qualify for up to two 5% incentive pays for possession of a bachelor's degree and/or D3 certification.
Requirements
- At least one year of full-time work experience in testing, cleaning, maintaining, inspecting, repairing, installing, replacing, constructing, distributing, or operating water systems.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid California driver's license or an equivalent license from another issuing government entity.
- Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate.
Responsibilities
- Assist with testing, cleaning, maintaining, inspecting, repairing, installing, and replacing water systems.
- Assist with surface- and groundwater treatment, water distribution, and the construction and operation of water-system infrastructure.
- Apply policies, procedures, and work methods relevant to assigned duties.
- Occasionally assist in training lower-level Public Works positions.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Benefits
- Automatic promotion to Water System Worker II upon obtaining a D2 certification and Backflow Prevention Device General Testing Certification.
- Eligible for up to two incentive pays of 5% each for possession of a bachelor's degree and/or D3 certification.
- Veteran's Preference Points (5 points) may be available to eligible applicants.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
