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To be considered for this position, please attach the following to your application:
• D.M.V. Printout
• Grade 1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate

Water Distribution Operator I: Under direct supervision of the department’s designated supervisor, performs heavy physical labor in cleaning, maintaining, and performing routine maintenance, installation, and/or repairs at assigned sites and facilities.

Disclaimer- This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed. In other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Measures, cuts, joins and taps steel, casts iron, removes asbestos, cements, copper and plastic water pipe.
• Installs meter boxes, vaults and residential, industrial, commercial, and hydrant meters.
• Repairs rings and lids.
• Replaces or repairs meters.
• Turns water service on and off for repair work and notifies customers.
• Installs or repairs water production and transmission facilities and equipment.
• Pumps flooded areas.
• Performs weed abatement work and applies pesticides.
• Replaces and repairs concrete and asphalt after repairs are completed.
• Performs concrete work.
• Operates various motor vehicles.
• Performs routine vehicle and equipment maintenance, and makes vehicle and equipment safety checks.
• Operates and maintains a variety of hand operated and powered mechanical equipment used in street, landscaping, and general maintenance activities.
• Washes and cleans assigned vehicles.
• Assists other divisions in maintenance work, or serves as temporary relief for other division employees.
• Performs a variety of other duties as assigned.

Water Distribution Operator I:
• Assists in installing, cleaning, maintaining, repairing and replacing underground water distribution systems, including mains, services, valves, meters, hydrants, pressure regulators, and related equipment and facilities.
• Repairs leaks and line breaks.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of PC’s and related software.
• Equipment, tools, materials, installation, maintenance and repair methods used in the underground water distribution systems.
• Job safe practices and safety precautions related to these fields.
• Proper handling of pesticides and chemicals.
• Sanitation practices as applied to water distribution systems.
• Operation and maintenance of a variety of power equipment and hand tools used in assigned work.
• Relevant codes and regulations.

Skilled in:
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Communicating with the public and employees.
• Operating and maintaining specialized tools and equipment, and driving trucks.

Water Distribution Operator I:
• Performing general maintenance, basic equipment maintenance and repair work in a variety of craft areas, basic repair of underground utilities, and heavy labor assistance.
• Reading various utility meters.
• Communicating with the public and employees.

Ability to:
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Operate a PC and related software.
• Maintain effective working relationships with other people.
• Adhere to safety practices and regulations, and protect the safety of employees and the public.
• Carry out assignments in a non-disruptive manner in areas receiving heavy public use.
• Operate various motor vehicles and power equipment, perform routine maintenance, and make safety checks.

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of the requisite knowledge, skill and abilities. A typical way to obtain these would be:
• High School Diploma or an equivalent certificate or diploma recognized by the State of California.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations during off-hours.
• Failure to acquire or maintain required certificates within the time provided will lead to termination of employment at the end of the appropriate period below.

Water Distribution Operator I:
• One (1) to two (2) years of experience in general maintenance and/or related work.
• Possess a Grade 1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate.
• Maintain a valid Class C California Driver License with a driving record acceptable to the City.

Selection Process:

Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to participate in the interview and testing processes. References checks, Live Scan, background investigations, and pre-employment physicals including drug testing are part of the employment process.
Delano CA United States

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