# Water Supply Operator I

> Essel · Pomona, United States · Contract · Posted 2024-07-31

**Salary:** USD 20–22

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

The Water Supply Operator I is an entry-level position requiring immediate to general 

supervision.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

-   Operates and monitors a variety of water supply and treatment equipment such as:

-   Pumping systems
-   Chemical feed systems
-   Water storage facilities
-   Measuring and control systems
-   Interagency control valves and meters
-   Pressure Reducing/Sustaining Valves

-   Assists with the maintenance of plant equipment and facilities
-   Performs water level measurements on groundwater wells
-   Loads and unloads chemicals
-   Performs basic laboratory analytical techniques on water samples
-   Collects samples for analytical purposes
-   Performs calculations related to dosing, flow rates, pressure and other weights and measures associated with water supply and treatment operations
-   Complies with all safety standards and practices as they pertain to equipment, facility operations and chemical handling
-   Available for emergency response, 24 hours/day, seven days/week
-   Must reside within 25 miles of the nearest water system boundary where assigned in order to respond to emergencies.
-   Performs other duties as assigned
-   The above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills or competencies associated with this job. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

-   High school diploma or equivalent
-   Familiar with computer applications such as Windows, word processing, spreadsheets 

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

-   SWRCB Water Distribution Operator 1 certification – required if applicant does not hold a valid T1 certification.   
-   SWRCB Water Treatment Plant Operator 1 certification preferred at time of hire, or must obtain within 18 months of employment or position start date. 
-   Good communication (both written and verbal) and organizational skills 
-   Valid California driver license 
-   May include working in all weather conditions, during all hours of the day.  
-   Physical demands include but are not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or  pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time. 

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE 

-   One year as a Water Distribution Operator or two years experience in the water utility 

industry OR a combination of water utility experience and education that demonstrates a moderate level of knowledge and understanding of water distribution, supply and treatment operations OR an Associate degree in Water Technology, Distribution, or Treatment, or a similar math and science-based curriculum from an accredited educational institution or program    

-   Basic math skills 
-   Knowledge of basic plumbing skills 
-   Understanding of safe, efficient and effective work practices and procedures.

## Apply

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