Water Distribution Operator Technician OIT

ABOUT US

At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about building trust and high regard with the community by providing quality services. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. .

THE POSITION

The City of Santa Barbara is seeking motivated Water Distribution Operator Technician in Training (OIT) applicants looking to begin a career in Water Distribution with the Public Works Department.

• Operational Excellence: Engage in a wide range of semi-skilled technical labor duties involved in operating, installing, repairing, and maintaining the city's water distribution system.
• Complex Systems: Contribute to the operation, maintenance, and construction of a T5/D5 potable water distribution system and recycled water distribution system, including reservoirs, pump stations, pressure reducing stations, wells, SCADA systems, water mains, valves, fire hydrants, and associated equipment.
• Quick Problem Solving: Use your troubleshooting skills to efficiently identify and correct issues within the water distribution systems, ensuring uninterrupted service.
• Gain Skills in Operating Equipment: Operate an array of heavy construction and maintenance equipment, including dump trucks, skip loaders, boom apparatus, backhoes, service trucks, power and hand tools, analyzers, chemical dosing systems, which will develop your expertise.
• Data Management: Maintain, compile, and update water distribution system operations data and reports. Perform routine calculations related to operational activities. Embrace the use of software and contribute to the development and use of new technologies.
• Emergency Response: Make an impact when it matters most. Be prepared to respond to essential emergency duties during nights, holidays, and weekends, demonstrating your commitment to the community. Support other departments within our full-service City when needed. Earn overtime and standby pay that can also be used as compensatory time off (limited basis). Demonstrate your commitment to community safety and be rewarded for your dedication.
• System Repairs and Installations: Get hands-on experience in the installation of water and recycled water distribution systems. Be involved in cutting and repairing water mains and services, replacing valves and couplings, and assisting in the installation and replacement of water meters.
• Technical Foundation: While prior experience is advantageous, our training program will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the water industry.
• Physical Fitness: Stay in shape while contributing to an essential service. The job involves a wide range of tasks that require being physically active and mentally engaged. Because of the nature of the water system, much of the work is outdoors and involves moving around to different locations around the City.

• Effective Communication: Your communication skills will be honed and valued in our team-oriented work environment.

• Motivated Start: Embark on a fulfilling career with opportunity for growth; working with a dynamic team dedicated to providing excellent water service to Santa Barbara customers.
• Licensing and Certification Support: We invest and support our employees in the pursuit required licenses and certifications. We offer cross-training on our entire distribution system, which sets us apart from many agencies. We offer custom task books for training and promotion, on and off-site training, and many opportunities to earn specialized certifications. Job-related classes and trainings are covered by the City including your time to attend. We want you to be successful.

Join us and be part of a team that ensures clean and reliable water for the beautiful City of Santa Barbara. Your journey begins here, and we have great opportunities for advancement in the Water Distribution Operator Technician Series (see links below).

This is the entry-level class in the Water Distribution Operator Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Water Distribution Operator Technician I/II by the performance of less complex operational duties, including performing more routine tasks and activities. Since this class is typically an entry-level class, employees may have only limited related work experience.

Knowledge of :

• Safe work practices.
• Basic principles of biology, chemistry, and mathematics.
• Basic principles and practices of water distribution system operations.
• Basic principles of pumps and motors.
• Basic understanding of electrical and control systems.
• Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment.
• Data collection and interpretation.

Ability to :

• Learn basic entry-level operational characteristics of water and recycled water distribution systems.
• Use and operate fundamental hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools and equipment.
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of water distribution equipment.
• Logically solve routine problems.
• Maintain routine records and compile data into reports.
• Read and interpret maps and plans.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Water distribution experience is desirable.

Education and/or Training:

Possession of a high school diploma or GED is required.

License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements:

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license by time of appointment. Must be able to obtain a Commercial Class B driver's license within one (1) year of appointment.

Ability to obtain a State of California Water Distribution Operator Grade D1 certificate within one (1) year of appointment.

It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as See application, Extensive Experience, or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment.

There are currently several vacancies within the Public Works Department.

Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.

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