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Water Supply Operator I

Essel
Pomona, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 1/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2025

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.  



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