(Water Distribution System Section)
Salary Range:
System Operator I – Range 16 – $4121 – $5543 per month
System Operator II – Range 20 – $4549 – $6118 per month
System Operator III – Range 24 – $5021 – $6753 per month
Do you possess the talent and drive to perform a variety of skilled work to maintain the District’s infrastructure, systems and facilities?
Do you have what it takes to work at the highest level of safety and make positive daily contributions to a premier water district?
Are you a results-oriented self-starter?
If this describes you, South Coast Water District invites you to join our team of dedicated professionals – much will be expected of you!
South Coast Water District is searching for qualified applicants for the full-time, non-exempt position of System Operator I/II/III in the
Water Distribution System Section of the Operations Department
. Under close supervision, this position performs a variety of routine to full range duties involving the installation, maintenance and repair of water meters, water mains, fire hydrants, system leaks, appurtenant valves, and pumping facilities. This position is required to participate in the standby duty program, and be available to perform scheduled or unscheduled overtime work.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will possess the following critical attributes:
Ø Experience working in a fast-paced, mission critical environment with other team members and independently.
Ø Safety conscious and ability to promote a safe work environment.
Ø Able to handle multiple requests and take direction from multiple levels of management.
Ø Detail oriented and accurate.
Ø Ability to identify problems or errors, analyze options and offer solutions.
Ø Must be team-oriented and organized with ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
:
Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and off-hour shifts for emergency callback response.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 75 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND TRAINING
:
Experience
:
Ø
System Operator I
: No experience required.
Ø
System Operator II
: Two (2) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of underground utilities.
Ø
System Operator III
: Three (3) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of underground utilities.
Education
:
Ø System Operator I, II, and III: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Ø College-level coursework in biology, chemistry, engineering, construction methods, or a related field is desirable.
Training
:
Required License and Certificate: The following license and certificates are required at the time of appointment and must be maintained during employment.
System Operator I
:
Ø Valid California Class B driver license
Ø Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB).
System Operator
II
:
Ø Valid California Class B driver license
Ø Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the SWRCB.
System Operator III
:
Ø Valid California Class B driver license
Ø Grade III Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the SWRCB.
Candidates must meet the knowledge and abilities outlined in the job classification description. Possession of a valid California Class B driver’s license with good driving record is required. To view the full classification description, visit the District’s employment page at
www.scwd.org
.
SELECTION PROCESS
: Only those applicants considered the most qualified based on required experience and training will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include any or all of the following: written examination, oral interview, work sample exercise. A passing score must be obtained in each of the selection procedures in order to be considered for appointment. Following a tentative job offer, the successful candidate will be required to take and pass a District-paid physical examination, background and reference check.
TO APPLY
: Interested applicants MUST submit a completed South Coast Water District Application Form. Resumes may be submitted with the application materials to exhibit education, training, and experience. You may obtain an application on our website at
www.scwd.org
under the
Employment Opportunities
page. Please send your completed application and resume (optional) by mail, fax or email to:
South Coast Water District, Human Resources
31592 West Street
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Fax to 949-499-2685 – or – email to
employment@scwd.org
FILING DEADLINE
: The search for qualified candidates will be conducted internally and externally. Applications will be accepted until
50
qualified submissions are received or closing
April 20, 2016
, whichever occurs first.
Please note:
this recruitment posting may close without notice.
REGARDING INTERVIEWS:
Interviews are required for this position. Accommodations may be made to conduct telephonic interviews to preclude travel hardships for applicants.
ABOUT THE DISTRICT
South Coast Water District was established in 1932. The District currently serves most of Dana Point, South Laguna Beach and parts of San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano. District facilities include 16 reservoirs, 150 miles of water lines, 143 of sewer lines, 11 water pumping stations, 14 sewer pumping stations and approximately 12,266 water meters. The District is governed by an elected five-member Board of Directors. The Board appoints the General Manager, who is responsible for effecting Board policy and directing approximately 87 employees in the operation of the water and sewer system.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Work Schedule: 4/10’s; Monday – Thursday
Vacation – 80 hours per year starting
Sick Leave – 96 hours per year
Holidays – 7 paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays
Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage available for employee and dependents
Section 125 – Flexible Spending Plan for health and dependent care expenses
Life/AD&D – group term life insurance at two times annual pay, caps at $250,000
Wellness Membership – $25 per month towards health & fitness membership
Voluntary Retirement Plan – 457 Deferred Compensation Plan – District annual match up to $800.00; increases to $1,600 effective 7/1/2016.
Public Employees’ Retirement System – The District participates in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). Per the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act of 2012 (PEPRA), “classic members” currently employed in reciprocal public agencies are enrolled in a 2% at 55 CalPERS pension plan with a 7% employee contribution. “New members”, either new to the public sector, or whose date of separation was more than 6 months before the start date with the District, are enrolled in a 2% @ 62 CalPERS pension plan with a required contribution of at least 50% of the “normal cost”, which is 6.237% effective July 1, 2015.
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