City of West Jordan Hiring for Water System Operator at West Jordan, UT Full Time

WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR I, II, III or IV

JOB POSTING

Opening Date:

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Hourly Range: I – $19.41 – $27.65
II – $21.43 – $30.50

III – $23.08 – $32.84

IV – $25.47 – $36.27

Status: Full-time, Non-exempt

Wages are only a portion of the extensive benefits The City of West Jordan offers! Eligible employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, plus up-front and matching Health Savings Account contributions. The City is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems and in addition to pension savings has a deferred savings account matching program. We also have a tuition reimbursement, and a down payment assistance program! Benefitted employees also enjoy paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

The statements and information in this document are neither intended to nor do they create contractual or other rights on behalf of any person hired by the City.

SUMMARY

Under immediate supervision, responsible for performing a variety of apprentice level duties involved in the operation, maintenance, and repair of utility distribution or collection systems, equipment, and facilities.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Incumbent will be assigned to work in one of the three utility divisions and will work generally within that division to test, maintain, inspect, repair, and clean the various utility pipes, fittings, inlets, basins, valves, or other appurtenances associated with the utility.
• All disciplines may involve emergency call-out or overtime repair work, working in various weather conditions, at various times of the day/night.
• Perform general maintenance and cleanup duties around facilities.
• Operate a variety of vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of utility distribution and collection systems.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Assist in testing, maintaining, and repairing pumps, chlorinating equipment, valves, meters, gauges, and electrical and gas water-pumping equipment; operate SCADA/telemetry system.
• Obtain and record water and pumping levels.
• Assist in obtaining water quality samples, testing, and ing of sample results.
• Perform routine daily inspections of all water storage facilities and assist in identifying improper functioning of equipment.
• Assist in system repairs, including underground pipe repair/replacement, service line connections, leak detection and repair.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid Utah Driver’s License.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain a Utah commercial driver’s license within 1 year of employment in the position.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain Traffic Control Flagger, Trench Shoring, and Confined Space certificates within 6 months of employment (training typically provided by City). Director may grant extension if training isn’t available during 6-month period.

WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR I

Experience: One year of experience performing construction related activities.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain Grade I Water Operator certificate within 1 year of employment.

WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR II

Experience: Two years of experience in water production and/or distribution system operations.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Possession of an unrestricted Grade I (or higher) Water Operator Certificate

WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR III

Experience: Four years of experience in water production and/or distribution system operations.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Possession of a Grade IV Water Distribution Certificate (either restricted or unrestricted).

WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR IV

Experience: Six years of experience in water production and/or distribution system operations.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Possession of an unrestricted Grade IV Water Distribution Certificate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Basic tools, materials, and equipment used in construction related activities.
• Safe driving and operation principles and practices of vehicles.
• Basic road etiquette and defensive driving.
• Basic record keeping principles.

Skill with:

• Operating a wide variety of equipment and tools used in water distribution system operation, maintenance, and repair in a safe and effective manner.
• Using basic tools, materials, and equipment used in construction related activities.
• Operating a motor vehicle safely.

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions, receive specific direction on a job site.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Understand the importance and possess basic record keeping abilities.
• Follow and adhere to occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in maintenance and repair work.
• Work harmoniously in a team environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift up to 100 lbs., and wear protective apparel; exposure to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and traffic hazards. Ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for on-call, stand-by, and emergency call. Availability for on-call, stand-by, and emergency call duties.