Maintenance Worker II- Water

COME BE A PART OF OUR PUBLIC WORKS TEAM AND SEE WHAT MAKES FOUNTAIN VALLEY A NICE PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, as this recruitment may close without prior notice or if enough qualified applications have been received. 

First Review of Applicants: Wednesday, January 28, 2025

We are currently seeking to fill two (2) Maintenance Worker II- Water vacancies.

THE CITY OF FOUNTAIN VALLEY

The City of Fountain Valley is nestled in the heart of Orange County. With approximately 57,000 residents, the City is only 7 miles from the beach with countless restaurants, entertainment venues, shopping centers, and Disneyland within a 15-mile radius of the City, providing many options for a rich work-life balance.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The City of Fountain Valley Public Works Department is seeking two dedicated, motivated, and skilled Maintenance Worker II in the Water Division to join our team. These positions involve performing a variety of skilled and technical tasks in the operation and maintenance of the City’s water production, water distribution, wastewater, and reclaimed water facilities, performed under general supervision. Key responsibilities include:

• Perform and assist in the operation, construction, maintenance, rehabilitation and reconstruction of water production, waste water, reclaimed water, and water distribution facilities, connections, valves, vaults, fire hydrants, water services, backflow devices, air/vac combination release valves, blow-offs, meters, concrete, asphalt, mainlines and appurtenances.
• Inspect, maintain, and assist in repairing equipment at wells, reservoirs, storm water pump stations, and sewer lift stations, including but not limited to, large electric motors, natural gas engines, pumps, wells, tanks, controls, treatment equipment, and their related components.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDE

• 4/10 schedule (off Fridays)
• 4% base salary increase in July 2026
• CalPERS retirement (2%@60 for Classic or 2%@62 for PEPRA)
• CalPERS medical HMO/PPO plan options, dental, life insurance, vision, and optional AFLAC insurance
• Matching deferred compensation employer contribution (up to $225 per month)
• City-paid long-term disability insurance
• Generous leave accruals
• 11 paid holidays, including one floating holiday

Job Overview

In addition to the key responsibilities listed above, this position also performs the following essential duties:

• Perform a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of supporting structures, vaults, fences, and sites of all City water, reclaimed water and/or waste water facilities.
• Load, transport, and unload a variety of chemicals and materials such as tools, equipment, fittings, pipe, fluoride, and chlorine.
• Perform strenuous manual work as required including digging, backfilling of trenches, etc.
• Perform customer service activities such as reading water meters, water turn on/off, meter repairs and responding to customer inquiries regarding water pressure, water quality, and related matters.
• Proactively interact with and analyze reports from Advanced Metering Infrastructure system to monitor, troubleshoot, and manage alarms, leaks, reads, and tampering.
• Troubleshoot communication issues between meters and data collectors and supporting customer service representatives.
• Perform meter retrofits including programming and troubleshooting AMI radio and meter equipment using electronic hand-held devices.
• Under general supervision may activate controls to start and stop facilities as required with computer-controlled Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.
• Under general supervision may check pressure levels and the status of pumping, regulating, and treatment equipment. Also read recorders, meters, gauges, and record readings and make field computations and adjustments on equipment.
• Operate small equipment such as jack hammers, tampers, power cutoff saws, drill, and dewatering pumps.
• Collect water samples, as required, for water quality monitoring, regulations, and consumer requests.
• Under general supervision may monitor the operation of computerized telemetry equipment.

OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES:

• Perform and assist as backup for confined space entry.
• Perform and assist in the installation of proper lane closure and traffic control.
• Under general supervision may operate laboratory equipment and record the effectiveness of water treatment.
• Maintain accurate reports as required.
• Read water meters as required.
• Perform off-duty standby duty monitoring of all water and reclaimed water facilities, including waste water pump and lift stations as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position. For further details, please click on the following link to access the full class specification for Maintenance Worker II- Water.

Qualification Guidelines

EDUCATION:

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• College-level coursework in water technology or a related field is highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum one (1) year experience in the maintenance and repair of water, reclaimed water, and/or waste water lines and other equipment is required.

LICENSE REQUIRED:

• Valid California Class “C” Driver’s License is required.
• Class “A” or “B” Driver’s License with Air Brake and Tank Endorsements is highly desirable.

CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• State Water Treatment Operator Certification Grade I is required within the probationary period.
• State Water Distribution Operator Certification Grade I is required within the probationary period.
• State Water Distribution Operator Certification Grade II is highly desirable.
• Waste Water Certification is highly desirable.
• Maintain, at all times, the license and certification required for this job classification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: 

Must be available for standby duty and is subject to periodic call-out during off-time hours to assist in emergency repairs and to work various shifts.

NOTE: 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT DESIGNATION: 

Non-exempt

COVERAGE UNDER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS:

Incumbents with a Class A or Class B driver’s license in this classification are covered under the Department of Transportation regulations for drug and alcohol policy are specified in the City’s Administrative Regulation No. 1051.

PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 

Work will primarily be outdoors with full exposure to the elements but may work indoors as well. Perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time requiring physical strength and endurance; drive a City vehicle on City business; operate motorized equipment and machinery; may work under damp conditions and in confined spaces and, therefore, may work on slippery and uneven surfaces; crouch, sit, stand, walk, bend, crawl, kneel, pull, reach, push, twist, climb ladders and sloping surfaces, grasp, drag, lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds; work above shoulder level with power and/or hand tools for sustained periods of time; may be exposed to dust, chemicals, solvents, paint, grease/oil, fumes, electrical and mechanical hazards, vehicular traffic, vibration and noise, work with machinery; meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility, vision, hearing, dexterity and use of both hands and legs appropriate to the duties to be performed.

Recruitment Information

To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete your application and consider having your profile created and/or updated before applying for the position. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. If you require technical assistance, please review the Government Jobs Online Employment Application Guide or contact their toll-free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer, or browser used to submit the application.

QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS RECRUITMENT SHOULD BE SENT TO hr@fountainvalley.gov.

All employment offers made by the City are contingent upon establishing proof of a prospective candidate’s legal authorization to work in the United States and successfully completing all components of the pre-employment process which may include but is not limited to: reference checks, California Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal history check (Live Scan fingerprinting), post-offer drug test, and pre-employment medical examination.

SELECTION PROCESS: 

The selection process may include one or more of the following: application review, panel interview, and performance exam. The employment application and supplemental questions will be evaluated based on the employment standards and minimum qualifications listed above.

The City of Fountain Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Candidates with a disability who may need accommodations during the selection process must notify the Human Resources Department at least 72hours in advance of the exam date.

Note:

The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained within may be modified or revoked without notice.

Please carefully review the list of required materials before submitting an application.