SENIOR WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR

Are you California D3 Certified for Water Distribution? Are you looking for an amazing opportunity to work with a forward-thinking municipal water service? Do you have a strong mechanical background and a desire to develop those skills in others? Do you desire top-tier compensation and a generous benefit package? The City of Palo Alto is now accepting applications for the position of Senior Water System Operator who plays a pivotal role in the operation and maintenance of the City's water distribution system.
More than one position may be filled.
Why work for the City of Palo Alto? Palo Alto is a cutting-edge city that is known for being a leader in matters of worldwide importance.
Being in the hub of technology, Palo Alto will be able to leverage its partnerships with academia and industry to become "the one to watch” in the water community.
There are possibilities for promotional opportunities in this position.
The position has an excellent benefits package with a defined benefit retirement program.
The position works a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.
Hours are 6:30 am - 4 pm.
The Ideal Candidate for this position will: Be a team leader who takes an active role in training and mentoring the rest of the crew Possess exceptional mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot and repair complex systems Desire to learn and develop professionally with higher level certifications For a complete position description, please click HERE.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.
Applications will be reviewed every two weeks and if sufficient candidates are found before the end of the posting period, the recruitment will be closed.
Essential Duties Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Providing support and instruction to the lover-level operators and assisting the supervisor in developing and implementing training programs for the crew.
Directing and participating in the operation and routine maintenance of the water distribution system which includes the inspection and repair of: pumps, motors, control valves, chemical feed equipment, generators, compressors, solenoids, meters, controls, surge tanks and reservoirs Ensuring compliance with Federal, State and local drinking water standards including proper documentation and sampling and interpreting data from laboratory analyses and implementing process control strategies to ensure optimum performance Maintaining adequate chemical and supply inventories Serving as the Acting Supervisor in the Supervisor's absence Oversees and participates in the removal, overhaul, disassembly, repair, replacement, and installation of equipment Monitoring and adjusting of SCADA system and related components Investigating water quality complaints Serving on-call as a part of the regular team rotation and responding to emergency after hours needs Staying current on operational and technical developments in the water industry Performing other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Sufficient education, training and/or experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities which would typically be acquired through: Four years experience in a related field with at least two of those years as a D3 Water Operator and Equivalent to a high school diploma or GED Special Requirements: Possession of a Grade D3 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State of California Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License with the ability to obtain a hazardous materials endorsement within one year of employment Ability to work on call, weekends and holidays as assigned or required Color vision for color comparison chemical tests Ability to wear OSHA approved respiratory equipment and breathing apparatus.
Ability to pass drug test as mandated by the Department of Transportation Required to meet DHS Continuing Education requirements to maintain proper certification.
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The City of Palo Alto offers its employees a generous benefit package, featuring family medical coverage, retirement, life insurance, plus 12 paid holidays per year.
Participation in a Governmental 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Dental Plan Fully paid employee and dependent Vision Plan Fully paid Life and AD&D insurance equal to annual salary Flat Rate City paid medical contribution which may allow employees to select a fully paid health plan Fully paid Life Insurance equal to one-times annual salary Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance Long Term Disability plan 12 annual paid holidays Two to five weeks vacation annually depending on years of service per MOA 96 hours annual sick leave Direct Deposit Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Childcare expensesPublic Employees' Retirement System (PERS) 2% at 60 formula for Classic Employees One-year final compensation for 2% at 60 employees 2% at 62 formula for New CalPers Members Three-year final compensation for 2% at 62 employees only Retiree Medical benefits for employee and dependents after 10 years of servicePlease note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.
Since they City does not participate in SDI, City employees are not eligible to claim against the State's Pregnancy Disability Leave or Paid Family Leave programs.