Water System Worker III

City of Madera • Corporation Yard, CA

18h

About The Position

The Water System Worker III is the advanced journey-level class in the Water System Operator series. Under general supervision, the position performs semiskilled and skilled work in testing, cleaning, maintaining, inspecting, repairing, installing, replacing, treating, distributing, constructing, and operating the City’s water system infrastructure, including surface and groundwater systems. The role operates complex heavy motorized equipment and performs the full range of duties with minimal supervision, including more complex assignments across all areas of the work. The incumbent demonstrates a full understanding of applicable policies, procedures, and work methods, may occasionally assist with training lower-level Public Works positions, and performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Equivalent of three years of full-time work experience in testing, cleaning, maintaining, inspecting, repairing, installing, replacing, constructing, distributing, and operating water systems and complex heavy equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class B California driver's license.
• Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Test, clean, maintain, inspect, repair, install, and replace water system infrastructure.
• Assist with surface and groundwater treatment, distribution, construction, and operation of the City’s water systems.
• Operate complex heavy motorized equipment.
• Perform the full range of advanced journey-level duties with minimal supervision, including complex assignments across all work areas.
• Occasionally assist in training lower-level Public Works positions.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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