System Operator - Valve Crew

Padre Dam Municipal Water District
9300 Fanita Pkwy, Santee CA 92071, Santee, California 92071 United States  View Map
Posted: Apr 02, 2025
  • Salary: $31.70 USD Hourly
  • Salary Top:$53.17
  • Apply By: Apr 27, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Utilities
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Other
  • Trade and Technical
  • Summary

    Padre Dam MWD is looking for a dynamic individual with water utility experience to serve as a System Operator on the valve crew.  

     

    The System Operator /Technician job classification is responsible for monitoring, maintaining and operating the recycled and potable water distribution systems and the waste water collection system. Under general supervision, this position performs skilled repairs, preventive maintenance on pump equipment and related systems such as: pumps, motors, valves, surge arresters, chlorinators, and air compressors. The incumbent is responsible for participating and implementing operational strategies with an effort to maintain the highest water quality for our customers, responding to calls and inquiries related to system operations and assisting with emergency situations.

  • Job Description

    Essential Duties:


    Valve Technician:

    1. Monitors water quality parameters of both potable and recycled water systems to include cycling of reservoirs, detention time, chlorine feed rates, chlorination stations, system residuals, system flushing, and water sampling as required by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
    2. Responds to water main breaks in emergency situations; assesses, plans and conducts emergency shut downs of transmission and distribution pipelines.  Provides feedback to Operations staff and supervisor.
    3. Performs maintenance on various valves in the distribution system.  Assesses valves that have been exercised to determine make, type, size and condition of valves.  Makes recommendations to District construction workgroups, supervisor and Engineering staff for repair or replacement of valves based on the conditions.  Sets up extensive traffic control for exercising valves.
    4. Inspects work done by maintenance contractors ensuring it is complete according to specifications.  Advises contractors on the proper set-up and installation of equipment being installed.
    5. Calibrates, operates, and maintains chlorine generating and injection equipment. Uses mathematical formulas to compute proper dosages for chlorine injections.
    6. Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs on water distribution and wastewater collection equipment.
    7. Reviews drawings/plans and specifications received from Engineering Department and recommends changes or additions to projects.  Checks documents to ensure that all aspects are covered.
    8. Responds to after-hours system emergencies.
    9. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
  • Job Requirements

    Knowledge, Skills, Training, Experience & Licensing:

    Knowledge:

    • Semi-complex computer controlled distribution and collection systems;
    • Hydraulics;
    • Understands job related Water Quality parameters;
    • Applicable rules and regulations;
    • Safe work practices and regulations;
    • Valves and metering apparatus;
    • Pumps and related systems;
    • Automatic control valves and solenoids;
    • Principles, methods and techniques utilized in system operations;
    • Chlorine and chlorine safety;
    • Works well independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision;
    • Exercises good judgment and maintains effective working relationships.

    Skills:

    • Monitors water distribution and collection operations;
    • Adjusts valves and flows;
    • Monitors equipment operation;
    • Uses precision measuring, hand and power tools;
    • Reads and understands maps, blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and rough sketches;
    • Maintains and troubleshoots problems with pumps, motors and related systems;
    • Uses computers and related software applications;
    • Has good communication and interpersonal skills, interacts well with peers, supervisor, and the public.

    Training and Experience:

    • High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.); and,
    • One year of related basic repair and maintenance experience; OR

    Licensing Requirements:

    • Valid California Driver's License;
    • State of California Water Distribution Operator Grade D2 is required for Grade 18 – 19.
    • State of California Water Distribution Operator Grade D3 is required for Grade 21.
    • State of California Water Distribution Operator Grade D4 is required for Grade 23.
    • Plant Maintenance Mechanical Technologist Grade II certificate from the CWEA is desirable;
    • State of California Water Treatment Operator Grade T1 certificate is desirable
  • Special Instructions

    Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.

    Supplemental Information:

    Applications will be accepted through the end of April 2025 and testing and interviews will occur in May of 2025

  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Padre Dam Municipal Water District
    • Padre Dam Municipal Water District

    Padre Dam provides water, wastewater, recycled water and park and recreation services to over 100,000 residents in the East San Diego County communities of Santee, El Cajon, Lakeside, Flinn Springs, Harbison Canyon, Blossom Valley, Alpine, Dehesa and Crest. We are a public agency with policies and procedures directed by an elected five-member Board of Directors. Our infrastructure is worth over $700 million and we have an annual budget of $76.3 million. We import 100% of our drinking water supply and treat two million gallons per day (MGD) of wastewater at the Ray Stoyer Water Recycling Facility.

    MISSION

    Our mission is to provide quality water, recycled water, park and recreational facilities and wastewater management services for our customers. We accomplish this mission in the most cost-effective manner possible, earning customer and community respect.

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