Job Category
Work Schedule
Full-time
Employer
City of Ventura
Job Open until Filled
Job Closing Date
Phone
8056547853
The City of Ventura Water Department is looking for two experienced water distribution operators to join the team.  We are seeking candidates who enjoy working on a team and are ready to take a lead role in managing a work crew in a complex D5 water system environment and working a 4/10 schedule!

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Water Distribution Supervisor, the Lead Water Distribution Operator III/IV directs work and trains employees in the technical aspects of installation and maintenance of water distribution and service facilities, including valves, hydrants, air/vacs, meter, and services.  Utilizing Lucity AMMS, the Lead Water Distribution Operator develops work orders and determines the priority of work, optimizing work crews’ time and abilities in the installation, shutdowns, maintenance, replacement and disinfection of water mains, valves and appurtenances, such as installing and relocating fire hydrants and making up to 12-inch taps on water mains.  This position oversees the annual flushing program and provides oversite of regulatory discharge requirements and best management practices as applied to NPDES with the use of NoDES flushing truck. In this role, the lead operates heavy equipment, such as backhoe, skip loader, tractor, boom truck and attachments, crew trucks, dump trucks, valve operating trucks and performs minor acetylene welding and cutting.
 
Who You Are

If you the desire to join a dedicated team committed to the delivery of high-quality water that meets or exceeds State and Federal Standards this position may be for you! If through education, training and/or experience you:

lay out work in an organized and well-planned manner, communicating clear directions,
lead a team to sustain coordinated efforts recognizing each contributors’ strengths,
self-starter demonstrating sound judgement while handling multiple tasks simultaneously,
possess strong working knowledge of a water distribution system, American Waterworks Association standards and California Water Resources Control Board standards,
formally trained in confined space hazard prevention, asbestos safe handling and disposal, traffic safety control and flagging,
….then you are an ideal candidate for this position.
 
The City of Ventura offers the ability to grow your water distribution skills as a you lead an exemplary, group of employees. Join our team as we align our workforce to better serve our community together – they’re counting on us!
 
Currently, there are two full-time positions available that the City is looking to fill immediately. This recruitment may also be used to fill future vacancies.

Position Qualifications
A combination of education, training, and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and three years of related water system maintenance experience, one year of which should be in a journey-level capacity.

Prior supervisory or lead experience and/or training highly desirable. 

Formal training in the following areas is highly desirable: confined space hazard prevention, asbestos safe handling and disposal, traffic safety control and flagging.
 
License: Possession of a valid California Class C driver license is required. Within 6 months of employment, incumbent is required to obtain and, thereafter, maintain a valid California State Class A license with Auto Transmission and Air Brakes Restrictions - No Endorsement. Pursuant to the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, drug testing is required.
 
Certificate:

Lead Water Distribution Operator III:  Possession of a valid California Water Resources Control Board Grade D3 Water Distribution Operator certification.
 
Lead Water Distribution Operator IV: Possession of a valid California Water Resources Control Board Grade D4 Water Distribution Operator certification.

Apply today if you want to work in a progressive, dedicated, and supportive team environment!

Salary and Benefits

The City offers a compensation package that includes both a generous salary and excellent benefits!

Salary: $82,763.20 - $105,726.40 Annually

How to Apply
 
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete an online City Job Application and supplemental questionnaire now!  

The filing deadline is Monday, August 7, 2023,  at 5:30 p.m.

Go to www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs and Apply!  EEO/ADA

salary plus 6 Medical options, CalPers Retirement, Dental, Vision, FSA, 457