Water Distribution Operator-in-Training/II/III - Open & Promotional - City of Santa Cruz (Santa in Santa Cruz, California For Sale

The Position Benefits Supplemental Questions Click on Benefits tab for additional information about salary, benefits, and steps in pre-employment processes. We are currently filling vacancies at the Water Distribution Operator in Training, Water Distribution Operator II and Water Distribution Operator III levels. Below are the specific salary ranges for each level: Water Distributon Operator in Training: $2,857 - $4,220 Monthly Water Distribution Operator II: $3,033 - $4,481 Monthly Water Distribution Operator III: $3,482 - $5,145 Monthly DMV printout must be submitted at time of application. Recruitment #15-141 Selection Timeline: (Note: The following process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Human Resources Director.) 1. On Thursday 09/03/15 or as soon as 35 qualified complete applications are received, whichever occurs first, the recruitment will close without notice. All application materials must be received by the Human Resources Department by 5:00 pm; postmarks are not accepted. To apply, submit: a) Application - online application preferred; paper application accepted. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of filling out application form completely. b) Response to supplemental questions - will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Any work experience described here should also be included in your employment history on the main application. c) A three year DMV driving record printout (obtained within 30 days prior to recruitment closing date) scanned and attached to online application. a. Note: DMV printouts obtained online ($2.00) are not official documents and will not be accepted in lieu of official printouts. Official printouts are issued by a Department of Motor Vehicles at a cost of $5.00. Please refer to this link for information prior to obtaining your DMV printout: Driving Record Printouts . 2. Week of 09/07/15: Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications for this position. a) Notification sent to all applicants regarding status. Qualified candidates will be asked to complete an online competency exam. 3. Late September/ early October: Qualified candidates scheduled for selection interviews which may include a writing exercise. 4. If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be required to submit conviction information. Under supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled assignments in the construction, maintenance, and repair of City water distribution systems, streets and sidewalks; and performs related work as assigned. The OIT is the entry-level position and does not require certification. However, incumbents in both the OIT and II positions are required to get certifications within eighteen months to remain in the series. An OIT is required to obtain a Water Distribution Operator D2 certification with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) within 18 months of date of hire and will be automatically promoted to a II, but not before passing the 6 month probationary period. At the II level, an incumbent is required to obtain a D3 certification within 18 months of promotion or date of hire and will be automatically promoted to a III. Once promoted to the III level, an incumbent who would like to advance may pursue further certification at his or her own discretion but is not required to do so by the Water Department. Typical Duties: (May include, but are not limited to, those duties below.) Installs, connects, relocates, and replaces water mains, service lines, valves, pumps, meter boxes, and fire hydrants; cuts and fits pipes and makes taps. Repairs leaks on water mains. Notifies customers of water shutdowns. Exercises valves by hand or with hydraulic equipment; marks valves to indicate direction of opening and number of turns to open. Flushes water system through valves and hydrant. Paints valves, pumps, piping and building interiors and exteriors. Measures and records the location of valves, hydrants and blow-offs. Under direction, may: flow test hydrants; locate and mark existing water mains, meters, valves, and other facilities for City crews and independent contractors using a sonic and/or magnetic pipe locator; and, perform various water quality field tests. Constructs and repairs sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and retaining walls. Shovels, rakes and spreads dirt, sand, gravel, asphalt, and other materials. Participates in digging, widening and backfilling trenches and other excavations. Loads, unloads, and operates pick-ups and trucks to transport maintenance supplies, materials, and equipment. Places traffic control flags, signs and cones to direct traffic around work sites; may direct traffic. Uses general carpentry and mechanical hand tools such as brooms, rakes, shovels, ladders, hammers, screwdrivers, pliers, saws, drills, wrenches, and related equipment. Operates equipment such as air compressors, pneumatic hammers, powder activated hammers, chain saws, concrete saws, pipe cutters, sprayers, compactors, forklifts, rollers, and related equipment. Performs routine maintenance and repair of hand and power tools. Safely operates equipment and tools used. Removes, repairs, and patches asphalt and concrete surfaces. Tactfully responds to questions and comments from the public. May prepare and keep written records and make material and equipment requests. May occasionally perform simple fabrication and repair of equipment, tools, parts, and accessory items using arc and gas welding. May, under direction and on an irregular basis, operate equipment such as backhoes, front-end loaders, and trucks. May, in the absence of a supervisor, contact City Departments or other agencies when shared jurisdiction over a repair is apparent. May be required to perform duties related to confined space entry and rescue. Performs other related duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when operating assigned equipment. Acute hearing is required in both the office and the field. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 75 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. The incumbent may be exposed to fumes, dust chemicals, and air contaminants. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations. Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge: Water Distribution Operator OIT/II/III: Proper use and care of common hand tools. Basic mathematical principles, including fractions, decimals, proportions, measurements, and volume and area calculations. Safety procedures for operating equipment and power tools. Water Distribution Operator II/III: Basic techniques, equipment, and materials used in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems. Basic mechanical and hydraulic principles. Water distribution operation, including piping, sources of supply, water quality, disinfection, water- related electricity, and the operational principles of pumps and motors. Water distribution mathematics, including water terms and definitions, water measurements, water pressure, formulas, units, and conversion factors. Safety principles related to traffic control, confined space entry, and trenching and shoring. Water Distribution Operator III: Providing guidance and direction to lower level workers in the necessary on-the-job training required for mandatory state certified water distribution operations. Abilities: Water Distribution Operator OIT/II/III: Safely perform heavy manual labor (which involves frequent bending, pulling, pushing, lifting, and carrying of up to approximately 75 pounds). Follow oral and written instructions. Read, interpret, and record data. Perform mathematical calculations. Learn the more complex principles, practices, techniques, and regulations pertaining to water distribution operations. Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner. Work effectively independently and as a member of a crew. Establish and maintain effective working relationships and act in a courteous and tactful manner with those contacted in the course of work. Water Distribution Operator II/III: Safely handle hazardous materials. Operate power tools and equipment to perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks. Perform basic maintenance and repair on tools and equipment. Read and interpret basic sketches, drawings, specifications, technical manuals, and regulations. Recognize unusual or dangerous operating conditions and make sound judgments within established guidelines. OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must reside within a 30-minute response time by the end of probationary period. Successful completion of training as a forklift operator and training in trenching and shoring techniques within one year of appointment. Willingness to perform on-call duty assignment and call-back work as required. Successful completion of training as a forklift operator within one year of appointment. Willingness to wear a uniform. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE The following education and experiences are required for each of the following positions: Water Distribution Operator OIT High school or GED Some paid or unpaid manual labor experience Water Distribution Operator II High school or GED One 36 contact hour (3-unit) course of specialized training covering the fundamentals of water supply principles 1 year of maintenance experience related to operation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems Water Distribution Operator III High school or GED Two 36 contact hour (3-unit) courses of specialized training that includes at least one course covering the fundamentals of water supply principles 2 years of maintenance experience related to operation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution systems Substitutions for one year of the experience required for Water Distribution Operator III: A.A. or certificate in water or wastewater technology or distribution that includes at least 15 units of physical, chemical, or biological science. or B.A. or B.S. or Masters Degree in biology, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil engineering, environmental engineering, microbiology, public health, or sanitary engineering. or A certified operator may substitute on a day-for-day basis, up to one additional year of operator experience working as a d istribution operator with experience gained while working with lead responsibility for water quality or quantity related projects or research (such as wastewater treatment ). LICENSES/CERTIFICATES Water Distribution Operator-in-Training/II/III Possession of a valid California class C driver's license and a safe driving record at time of hire. Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California class B driver's license with tanker endorsement within 6 months of appointment. [1] Water Distribution Operator II Possession and continued maintenance of a Grade 2 Distribution Operator certificate issued by the State Water Resource Control Board. Water Distribution Operator III Possession and continued maintenance of a State Water Resource Control Board Grade 3 Distribution Operator certificate. and One year of operator experience working as a certified D2 operator, D3 or higher operator, or temporary D3 operator for a D2 system or higher, and One or more additional years of operator experience working as a distribution operator DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Certification in First Aid and C.P.R. [1] The salary for this classification includes compensation for the CA class B driver's license with tanker endorsement; therefore, no separate, additional pay applies. Career Ladder: Deputy Director/Operations Manager Superintendent of Distribution Water Distribution Supervisor V-Chief Distribution Officer Water Distribution Supervisor IV Water Distribution Crew Leader IV Water Distribution Crew Leader III Senior Water Distribution Operator Water Distribution Operator III Water Distribution Operator II Water Distribution Operator-in-Training
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