Irvine Ranch Water District
Operator III - Water Operations
Salary: $41.90 – $59.56 Hourly
General Description:
The position
Monitor, analyze and control the domestic and irrigation water systems through direct field control devices or through the use of the computer-based regional telemetry control system.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
- Monitor, analyze and control water treatment plants.
- Perform mathematical calculations that project blend needed at different locations and operate to DHS standards for NO3, chlorine, ammonia, sodium bisulfate, coagulants or other constituents.
- Compile statistics and forward to appropriate staff for analysis.
- Calculate and adjust chemical dosages based on test results, plant flows and plant performance; maintain predetermined water quality parameters; apply mathematical formulas to calculate chemical dosages, chemical usage, pump rates and flow changes.
- Under minimal supervision, plan, implement, delegate and monitor routine and non-routine mechanical work activities within the treatment facilities.
- Operate the domestic, irrigation and treatment systems through the use of the computer-based telemetry control, monitoring and alarm system.
- Diagnose complex operating problems and take effective courses of action.
- Make appropriate calculations from meter, gauge, graph or other instrumentation readings.
- Evaluate and interpret lab tests and implement changes indicated.
- Ensure appropriate safety training for work being performed by staff and meetings requirements are met.
- Assist the Water Operations Supervisor in coordinating pipeline shutdowns and start-up of new facilities.
- May act in a lead capacity as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Patrol the District’s water system and take corrective measures to ensure its continued efficient operation and to maintain water quality standards.
- Perform routine water quality sampling and adjust chemicals to comply with Federal, State and local regulations.
- Perform the chlorinating and testing of pipelines and reservoirs; check chlorine dosage rates; weigh cylinders; record daily usage.
- Read and document critical water system pressures, flows, reservoir elevations and water quality.
- Operate, maintain and monitor chlorination, chloramination and de-chlorination facilities, pumping stations, wells, hydro-electric pump stations, pressure regulating/flow control structures and reservoirs.
- Meet with customers regarding complaints and resolve the problems.
- Maintain daily journals and other control data to document the progress and completion of projects.
- Participate in pipeline shutdowns and startup of new facilities.
- Responsible for the maintenance of tools and supplies assigned to vehicles.
- Conduct accurate physical and chemical tests of water.
- Work according to safety standards under potentially hazardous conditions.
- Take readings from meters, gauges, graphs and related instrumentation.
- Troubleshoot variations in operating conditions; report findings to the Water Operations Supervisor and make recommendations to prevent a process imbalance or upset.
- Perform lab tests and analyze data to determine unit process and overall treatment efficiency.
- Participate in the scheduled emergency standby program.
- Comply with District work-related safety practices and attend relevant safety training.
- Responsible for all other work related duties.
Minimum Education, Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience equivalent to:
Education:
- High school graduate and education equivalent to one (1) college level course in Water Treatment System Hydraulics is required.
Experience:
- Three (3) years of experience in water distribution/treatment systems operations is required.
Licenses and Certifications:
- A valid Class “C” California Driver’s License.
- California State Water Resources Control Board Grade 3 Water Distribution Certification & California State Water Resources Control Board Grade 3 Water Treatment Certification.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
All applicants are required to complete and submit a District application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Stating “See Resume” is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of the District online application. To apply, click on the “Apply” link located at the top of this page.
New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide
Applications will be reviewed by the Human Resources Department and the subject matter expert. Those applicants possessing the most pertinent qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will include:
Spark Hire: a one way video-interview, evaluating the candidates’ ability to convey their training and experience.
Oral Interview Examination: will evaluate the candidates’ experience, training, education, and abilities in relation to those factors which are essential for successful performance on the job.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Irvine Ranch Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department for a reasonable accommodation.