Water Distribution Operator III - Planned Maintenance (22.25)

Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United States. We deliver quality, reliable water to more than 1 million people in over 80 communities throughout California. Golden State Water has been in business for more than 90 years because we put customers first.

Accountability
The Water Distribution Operator III: Planned Maintenance Team (PMT) Lead may be a Designated Shift Operator per California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) definition and works under the general direction of the Water Distribution Superintendent: Planned Maintenance Team Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Leads the Planned Maintenance Team (PMT) in the maintenance activities for all water systems within area assigned. Establishes and implements daily and weekly work schedules to execute the PMT calendar
* Provides direction to the PMT Water Distribution Operators on a daily basis
* Maintains a maintenance-tracking database or utilize enterprise asset management system (EAMS) for the tasks assigned.
* Compiles maintenance statistics into a weekly report for the PMT Water Distribution Superintendent
* Provides feedback on individual performance to PMT Water Distribution Superintendent to help inform annual evaluation process
* Assists in the preparation of an Annual Maintenance Report
* Performs daily field inspections and verify work completed in the field
* Performs field maintenance activities as required.
* Must be available / on standby for emergency requests
* Trains and guides Water Distribution Operators in the prescribed maintenance activities
* Performs intermediate to advanced water distribution system operation and maintenance activities, included but not limited to the installation, modification, and repair of water distribution equipment and facilities
* Isolates equipment and system malfunctions and takes corrective action
* Performs other duties as assigned

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Three years as a Water Distribution Operator II
* SWRCB Grade 2 Water Distribution certification required (or applicable SWRCB certification if designated as shift operator)
* SWRCB Grade 1 Water Treatment certification preferred
* Valid California Driver's License or applicable commercial truck driver's license

Qualities of a Successful Distribution Operator III: PMT Lead
* Trustworthy; strong personal integrity
* Demonstrates strong level of accountability and ownership
* Collaborative/Team oriented
* Emotional Maturity
* Exhibits professionalism with internal and external customers
* Organized with strong attention to detail and time management skills
* High degree of initiative; self-starter
* Ability to utilize enterprise software systems (EAMs) and other software solutions.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.

May include working in all weather conditions, during all hours of the day. Physical demands include but are not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.

BENEFITS

Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.

The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.