Water Systems Equipment Operator job in Santa Monica
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Job Ref: | 181926-01 | Organization: | City of Santa Monica | Job Category: |
Water and Sewers: Stormwater
Water and Sewers | Job Type: | Full Time | Country: | USA | State/Province: | California (CA) | City: | Santa Monica | Post Code: | 90401 | Salary and Benefits: | $61,056 - $75,372 Annually | Post Date: | 01/16/2018 |
Water Systems Equipment Operator Job Summary: Operates a variety of heavy equipment to install, replace, repair and maintain water mains, meters, fire hydrants and other water services. Maintains tools and equipment. Leads and monitors the work activities of a crew, as assigned. Knowledge of: Water distribution system maintenance and repair; Heavy construction principles and practices; Excavation techniques; Basic mechanical principles; Vehicle and equipment maintenance practices and procedures; Operation of heavy equipment (i.e. large backhoes, crane trucks, skip loaders, water tankers, valve machines, chlorination machines, self-loading dump trucks, hydraulic stompers, hydraulic pipe cutters and three-axle dump trucks); Operation of a fork lift, dump truck and tractor-trailer combination; Operation of various pneumatic, electric and mechanical tools and equipment; Safe work practices and procedures; Effective training and coordination techniques; Effective customer service techniques. Ability to: Lead, train, schedule and monitor the work of others; Safely and properly operate a variety of power tools and heavy equipment; Repair and install water system components; Identify mechanical problems and perform mechanical adjustments; Read charts, blueprints and specifications; Perform heavy physical labor for sustained periods; Lift, carry and move objects up to and including 50 lbs; Learn and apply City codes, policies and regulations; Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Maintain logs and records accurately; Give and follow oral and written instructions; Prepare and maintain accurate logs and records; Learn and use required computer software applications; Provide effective customer service. Skill in: Reading, writing, and communicating at an appropriate level; Basic mathematics; Reading and interpreting maps and diagrams; Using a variety of hand and power tools; Dealing effectively with the public and other employees. Education, Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or the equivalent. Three years of recent, paid work experience operating heavy equipment and large vehicles with a gross weight in excess of 26,000 lbs., which has included two years of heavy construction work involving plumbing or water distribution systems. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a valid Class B driver license with valid medical certification. A Class A driver license must be obtained within six months of date of hire. A valid forklift operator's certificate must be obtained within six months of date of hire. A Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Health Services must be obtained within one year from date of hire. Must maintain a valid Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate. For more information on this position and details on how to apply, please visit the City of Santa Monica’s Human Resources website at https://www.smgov.net/hr before the application deadline of 5:30pm on Monday, January 29, 2018. |