Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Water Distribution Operator-in-Training, II, or III and embark on a rewarding career with the City of Santa Cruz in water system management. The current vacancies are for Water Distribution Operator-In-Training / II / III in the Water Distribution Division of the Water Department. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other Water Distribution Operator-In-Training / II / III vacancies during the life of the list. The eligibility list established from this recruitment is valid for up to one year from the date established unless the list is extended or abolished by the Human Resources Director.
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.
- Water Distribution Operator-In-Training pay range is $27.10 - $38.13 Hourly
- Water Distribution Operator II pay range is $31.81 - $44.76 Hourly
- Water Distribution Operator III pay range is $34.72 - $48.85 Hourly
PLEASE READ REGARDING DRIVER\'S LICENSE AND DMV REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid California Class A driver\'s license is not required at time of application; however, it does require a valid Class A license with appropriate endorsements within 12 months. A DMV printout is not required at the time of application, but the selected candidate will be required to provide a DMV printout at the time of appointment.
Recruitment #26-021
Application and Selection Process
The following process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Human Resources Director. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
On Thursday, 10 / 09 / 25 recruitment will close. All application materials must be received by the Human Resources Department by 5 : 00 pm; postmarks are not accepted. To apply, submit :Applicationonline application only. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of filling out the application form completely. Click the Apply button to begin the online process.
Response to supplemental questionswill be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Any work experience described here must also be included in your employment history on the main application.
Week of 10 / 13 and 10 / 20 / 25 : Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates will be notified of their status in the recruitment by 10 / 31 / 25.Week of 11 / 03 and 11 / 10 / 25 : Interviews will be tentatively scheduled for top candidates. The examination process will include an interview and may include a written and / or performance exercise.(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 pickups 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.Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification.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. The incumbent works outdoors in all weather conditions, including wet, heat, and cold. May be exposed to fumes, dust, chemicals, and air contaminants. May be exposed to biohazards and / or hazardous chemicals. The work may require climbing ladders, using power and noise-producing tools and equipment, driving motorized vehicles and working in heavy vehicle traffic conditions.
Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience :
Water Distribution Operator OIT / II / III : High school diploma or tested equivalency; and six (6) months paid manual labor experience.Knowledge
Water Distribution Operator OIT / II / III : Proper use and care of common hand and power tools; basic mathematical principles; 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; water distribution mathematics; 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 mandatory state certified water distribution operations.Abilities
Safely perform heavy manual labor (up to ~75 pounds).Follow oral and written instructions; read, interpret, and record data; perform mathematical calculations.Learn and apply water distribution operations; observe safety principles; work independently or in a crew; establish effective working relationships.Safely handle hazardous materials; operate power tools and equipment; perform basic maintenance and repair on tools and equipment; read sketches and regulations; recognize unusual or dangerous conditions and act within guidelines.Licenses and Certifications
Water Distribution Operator-in-Training / II / III
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C driver's license. Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Restricted Automatic class A driver's license with tanker, 5th wheel, and air brake endorsements OR a California Unrestricted Class A driver's license within 12 months of hire.Water Distribution Operator-In-Training
Must obtain a D2 Water Distribution Operator certificate within eighteen months of hire.Water Distribution Operator II
Possession and continued maintenance of a D2 Water Distribution Operator certificate. Must obtain a D3 certificate within twenty-four months of hire or promotion.Water Distribution Operator III
Possession and continued maintenance of a D3 Water Distribution Operator certificate.One year of operator experience with appropriate certification.Other Requirements
Must reside within a 30-minute response time by the end of probationary period.Willingness to perform on-call duty assignment and call-back work, including holidays, weekends and evenings.Willingness to wear a uniform and PPE.Desirable Qualifications
Certification in First Aid and CPRUnderground Construction / Utility ExperienceSafety procedures for placement and use of traffic delineationThe salary for this classification includes compensation for the CA class A driver's license with tanker, 5th wheel and air brake endorsements; therefore, no separate, additional pay applies.
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