Water Systems Assistant Operator III-Environmental Services Department
Water Systems Assistant Operator III-Environmental Services Department
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$ 72404 - 94848
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Job Description
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7000 employees play a key role in the success of San Jos the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San Jos employees work together as one team to make San Jos a vibrant innovative and desirable place to live and work.Visithere to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations including quality and excellent customer service and hereto learn more about San Jos.
The City of San Jos is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability veteran statusor any other consideration made unlawful under any federal state or local laws. The City of San Jos is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability please contact us at711 (TTY) or via email at .
About the Department
Our department is an exceptional place to start or grow your career. We have a supportive leadership team numerous professional growth opportunities and an inclusive workplace culture that is welcoming of your talents! We offer an array of meaningful career paths and value flexibility offering hybrid work and alternative work schedules in select roles. Additionally the City offers excellent health and pension benefits as well as 15 paid holidays!
To learn more about ESD follow @sjenvironment on Twitter Facebook and Instagram and San Jose Environmental Services on LinkedIn.
About the Division
The Water Resources Division provides potable water service through the Municipal Water System to the communities of Evergreen North San Jose/Alviso Edenvale and Coyote. It consists of 311 miles of pipeline 15 pump stations 14 wells and 17 reservoirs serving a growing population of over 125000 with over 26500 potable water accounts in a 33.3 square mile service area. The Water Resources Division also provides recycled water service through the South Bay Water Recycling program and system to the Cities of San Jose Santa Clara and Milpitas. The recycled water system consists of 105 miles of pipeline 4 pump stations and 3 reservoirs serving over 530 recycled water accounts. The Operations and Maintenance Section is responsible for operating and maintaining the potable and recycled water systems preventative maintenance and customer service.
Position Duties
The Environmental Services Department is currently seeking to fill one 1 fulltime Water Systems Assistant Operator I/II vacancy in the Water Resources Division.
Job Classification Overview Water Systems Assistant Operator I/II
Water Systems Assistant Operators assist in the daytoday field operations of potable and recycled water systems in a training capacity. Duties include water meter reading water sampling maintaining landscaping and mechanical equipment at pump stations and reservoirs and testing and replacement of water meters and valves in accordance with regulations of the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) or successor agency.
Typical Duties Include but are not limited to:
- Primary duty is to collect water consumption figures from residential and commercial water meters.
- Work closely with Water Systems Operators and Water Systems Operations Forepersons to learn various aspects of operations and maintenance of the water systems equipment.
- Test meters for proper operation and report malfunctioning meters. Including pulling data profiles from endpoints to investigate consumption history.
- Respond to customer inquiries regarding readings and rates.
- Perform minor field repair and service on water meter reading equipment.
- Report leaks in the water systems equipment including hydrants meters and pipes.
- Participate in tailgate safety meetings and onthejob classroom and computer based trainings.
- Turn water services on and off at customer premises.
- Maintain water systems property and equipment.
- Assist with route map design and revision.
- Other duties as assigned.
Depending on the work group assignments will be made to any shift needed for an aroundtheclock operation. Incumbents must also be available for work on Saturdays Sundays and Holidays. Water Systems Assistant Operator II may work standby duty as needed.
Duties require a heavy level of physical exertion including exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects (e.g. large hand tools pipes or other water equipment). Incumbents work with large industrial equipment and machinery in confined spaces outdoors and around hazardous materials. Incumbents may be required to utilize fullface and/or halfface respiratory protection which requires the ability to pass an annual fit and spirometry test.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Salary Ranges
Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidates qualifications and experience. Salary ranges for these classifications are:
- Water Systems Assistant Operator I: $72404.80$88171.20
- Water Systems Assistant Operator II: $77854.40$94848.00
Minimum Qualifications
Water Systems Assistant Operator I
Education:Successful completion of high school General Educational Development (G.E.D. Certificate or California Proficiency Certificate.
Experience:None
Licensing/Certifications:
- Possession of a valid drivers license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in California.
- Possess and maintain valid SWRCB Distribution Operator Grade 1 certification is required within one 1 year of appointment.
Water Systems Assistant Operator II
Education:Successful completion of high school General Educational Development (G.E.D. Certificate or California Proficiency Certificate.
Experience:One 1 year experience as a Water Systems Assistant Operator I with the City of San Jos.
Licensing/Certifications:
- Possession of a valid drivers license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in California.
- Possess and maintain valid SWRCB Distribution Operator Grade 1 certification.
- Possess and maintain valid SWRCB Water Treatment Operator Grade 1 certification within one 1 year of appointment.
PhysicalRequirement:This classification requires a preemployment respiratory physical exam.
Other Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies as demonstrated in past and current employment history.
Job Expertise Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices including hand and power tool uses meter reading technologies water systems services and local geography Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Knowledge of water regulations safety management SWRCB OSHA American Water Works Association and local compliance regulations as it relates to the Municipal Water System and obtain required certifications is highly desirable.
Communication Skills Communicates and listens effectively and responds in an timely effective positive and respectful manner; written reports and correspondence are accurate complete current; wellorganized legible concise neat and in proper grammatical form responds to statements and comments of others in a way that reflects understanding of the content and the accompanying emotion; asks clarifying questions to assure understanding of what the speaker intended ensures consistent communication takes place within area of responsibility.
Computer Skills Experience with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook MS Word MS Access and MS Excel.
Customer Service Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customers needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently in a timely accurate respectful and friendly manner.
Problem Solving Approaches a situation or problem by defining the problem or issue; determines the significance of problem(s); collects information; uses logic and intuition to arrive at decisions or solutions to problems that achieve the desired outcome.
Team Work & Interpersonal Skills Develops effective relationships with coworkers and supervisors by helping others accomplish tasks and using collaboration and conflict resolution skills.
Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicants training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.
If you have questions about the duties of these positions the selection or hiring processes please contact.
Additional Information:
Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.
You must answer all jobspecific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Please be advised that use of AI content in your responses may result in your removal from the hiring process.
Please note that applications are currently not acceptedthrough CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.
Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION please email and we will research the status of your application.
Employment Type
Full-Time
