Water Production Operator II

Definition

The top salary range for this position currently reaches $84,960.23,PLUS, an excellent benefits package! The position will receive a 5.0% salary increase in July 2025, July 2026, and July 2027; bringing the top step salary to $98,352.07.

**THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS IS RECEIVED. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY.**

Perform a variety of duties involved in the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of City’s pumping equipment, facilities, and telemetry; and to maintain water quality standards required by the Department of Water Resource Control Board including sampling and water treatment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Supervision is provided by the Production Supervisor or designee.

Essential Job Functions

Essential job functions may include, but are not limited to, the following: (These functions may not be present in all positions in this classification. When a position is filled, the essential functions will be noted in the announcement of position availability. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind work assignments as needed.)

This is the journey level class in the Water Production Operator series. Positions in this class are normally filled by advancement from the Level I position, or, when filled from the outside, require prior water treatment plant experience.

Make routine daily inspections of all water production and storage facilities: which include but are not limited to Wells, Booster Pump Stations, Reservoirs and the Groundwater Treatment Plant. Identify any improper functioning of equipment or operations. Install, clean, adjust, overhaul, re-build, paint, and operate valves; troubleshoot valves when problems occur within the water production system. Inspect reservoirs, water levels, and telemetry; make adjustments to maintain proper water levels. Operate, test, maintain, and repair pumps, SCADA system, chlorinating equipment, valves, meters, gauges, and electrical and gas water-pumping equipment. Prepare detailed reports of performance and condition of pumping facilities. Perform the chlorinating and testing of pipelines and reservoirs; check chlorine dosage rates; record daily usage. Performs vessel process, monitoring Ion exchange process and ensuring proper blending of treated water. Perform daily check of chlorine residuals in reservoirs; records results. Make emergency changes of equipment in the event of mechanical failures. Take samples from wells, reservoirs, and private property outlets for chemical analysis and Department of Water Resource testing. Maintain and repair reservoirs and pumping facilities. Read and work from maps, blueprints, and sketches. Observe safety precautions regarding traffic control, confined space entry, and power equipment operation. Respond to customer complaints. Maintain records and logs; keep chards updated on remote and local recorders; complete reports as necessary. Read watt-hour meters, water production meters, and other devices. Perform general maintenance and cleanup duties around water facilities. Operate a variety of vehicles, tools, and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of water distribution systems. Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Maintain regular attendance.

Qualification Guidelines

To quality for this classification, an individual must possess any combination of experience and education that would likely produce the required knowledge and abilities, and enable the individual to successfully perform the essential job functions of the position. A typical combination is:

Education and/or Experience:

High School Diploma or GED required. A minimum of four years of experience in performing general construction or mechanical equipment maintenance work which involved municipal water or wastewater industry is required. Supplemental courses and college level coursework in Water Treatment and Water Distribution are desirable.

Knowledge of:

Operational characteristics of specialized water production system operating equipment. Materials, methods, practices, and equipment used in water pumping, storage, and production. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in maintenance and repair work.

Ability to:

Learn operational characteristics of specialized water production system operating equipment. Learn materials, methods, practices, and equipment used in water pumping, storage, and distribution. Learn pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Learn occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in maintenance and repair work. Learn to read, interpret and apply technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts, blueprints, and schematics. Perform accurate mathematical calculations. Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Class “C” California driver’s license. Certification as a Water Treatment Operator Grade 2 and a Water Distribution Operator Grade 2 issued by the State of California State Water Resource Control Board at time of application are required.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 100 pounds; prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily office and outdoor activities; grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in retrieving and entering data using a computer keyboard; near and far vision in reading work related documents and using the computer, and acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service; and get from one location to another in the course of doing business.

Work Environment

Work is performed outdoors and in a standard office setting. Employee will be required to travel to different locations and may be exposed to inclement weather conditions, noise, vibration, or dust or potentially hazardous chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but the employee may be exposed to loud noises from running equipment and machinery.

Note

The duties, skills, and demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. When appropriate, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Applicants must complete an application online prior to the final filing date. Applications will be screened for qualifications, appropriate background, and only the most qualified will be invited to participate in the examination process. Successful candidates must achieve a minimum passing score in each of the test components. Applicants will be notified by e-mail as to the test date, time, and location. The examination process will include:

Oral interview weighted at 100%

Candidates will be required to pass a City administered pre-employment physical and may be required to pass a thorough background investigation and polygraph examination as part of the selection process. Candidates who do not pass will be disqualified and removed from the eligibility list.

ACCOMMODATION:

Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Human Resources Department at least five (5) business days prior to the examination date.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

The City of Alhambra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is responsible for enforcing federal laws that make it illegal to discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.