Water Distribution Technician

Job Summary

To be considered for this position, please complete an employment application, available at https://www.ccwa.com/employment-opportunities. Resumes will not be considered without an accompanying application.

Under supervision of the Distribution Supervisor, performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the operation of a potable water distribution system and related facilities and makes repairs and adjustments to equipment as required.

Responsibilities and Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of aqueduct mechanical equipment.
• Perform a variety of skilled equipment installations, maintenance and repair work to buildings, pump stations, water storage tanks, and power equipment including pumps, motors, chemical feeders, mixers, compressors and other equipment and related instrumentation.
• Sample and test water for such parameters as pH, turbidity, ammonia and chlorine residual using chemical testing instruments and equipment.
• Perform minor plumbing, pipefitting, painting, electrical, carpentry, masonry, pavement maintenance and related duties.
• Perform a multitude of tasks in which moderate physical effort is required and occasionally requires contact with chemicals and undesirable physical conditions.
• Inspect and operate the aqueduct including, but not limited to, pumps, chemical feeders, cathodic protection systems, valves, vaults, associated buildings, electrical generators and related equipment.
• Provide on-call duty for operating and monitoring the pipeline operations, as the Operator-in-Charge, over on a 24 hour per day basis for a duration of at least one week. On-call duty will be rotated between Distribution Technicians, as assigned by the Distribution Supervisor. A required prerequisite to on-call duty is to satisfactorily pass the on-call test.
• As needed, operate heavy machinery such as backhoes, excavators, forklifts or other similar equipment to support CCWA operations and maintenance.
• Assist with the operation and monitoring of the aqueduct’s cathodic protection systems, participate in performing close interval surveys and assist with special studies associated with the aqueduct’s cathodic protection systems.
• Complete work tasks in compliance with applicable safety standards and CCWA safety policies. Satisfactorily pass quarterly safety testing.
• Perform field work that involves driving four wheel drive vehicles over occasionally rough and steep terrain, walking and performing work duties over uneven ground surfaces, and climbing & descending ladders into vaults and tanks. Also perform work within confined spaces.

Qualifications and Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Minimum Education and Experience :

• Two years of experience in potable water distribution system operation and either a high school diploma or G.E.D. supplemented with technical courses in water treatment plant operations.

License Requirements:

• Possession of a valid driver’s Class C license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Possession of a California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water, Distribution Operator Grade D-3 (or higher) Certificate is required.
• Possession of a California State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Drinking Water, Water Treatment Operator Grade T-2 (or higher) is desirable.
• Possession of National Association of Corrosion Engineers Certification as a CP Tester (or higher) certification or equivalent is desirable.

Benefits

CCWA offers eligible employees a well rounded benefit package containing a wide range of benefits and services.

For more information on this position, including a detailed job description, please visit https://www.ccwa.com/employment-opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $86,147.00 - $105,099.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Potable Water System: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Distribution Operator Grade D-3 from CA SWRCB (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Buellton, CA 93427 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $86,147 - $105,099