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Location : Buena Park, CA
Job Type: Full-Time (Benefited)
Job Number: 23-00552
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 3/15/2024 12:00 AM Pacific
JOB BULLETIN
Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS until position is filled with a first date of Monday, January 22, 2024. Apply early! This position may close at any time without notice. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to submit application materials as soon as possible.
Effective 6/24/2023: $5,444 - $7,259 Monthly
Effective 6/22/2024: $5,717 - $7,622 Monthly
The City of Buena Park is recruiting for a highly motivated individual to join the Public Works Water Division. Be a part of an exceptional team that operates over 220 miles of water mains and sewer mains and owns and operates eight water wells. We are seeking an individual who has exceptional technical, problem-solving, leadership and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate has experience responding to emergency repairs, field management, leadership skills and is a independent thinker. If you would like to join our team, APPLY TODAY!
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, leads, coordinates and performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, customer service, and repair assignments involving the city's Water Services; leads, trains, and checks the work of assigned employees and completes a variety of reports and special projects; and does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Lead Water Services Technician is distinguished from the Senior Water Services Technician by the greater complexity of problems solved, the training and coordination of work for the Water Services technical personnel, and the employee's greater responsibility for the completion of regulatory reports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Knowledge of:
State and federal laws and local health and safety regulations regarding the production, treatment, storage and transmission of potable water, including the Safe Drinking Water Act and relevant Environmental Protection Act and U.S. Public Health Regulations; safety regulations associated with water treatment plant operations and the proper use of chemicals and other substances; construction and repair methods and techniques; water production and distribution methods, and water wells and pumping facilities and equipment; proper use of electrical and electronic monitoring equipment; safety standards and practices; effective customer service techniques; effective leadership techniques; water quality testing procedures.
Ability to:
Organize, lead, and perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work related to water treatment and distribution facilities; safely operate hand and power tools, including metering and testing devices; read blueprints and interpret plans and maintenance specifications; prepare clear, accurate, and concise technical reports; maintain records and files; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, contractors, and the general public.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to walk; talk or hear in person; sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; smell; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach above and below shoulder level with hands or arms. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee must lift and carry hand and power tools weighing up to 50 pounds or more. The employee must be able to use respirator equipment and work in confined spaces.
Specific vision abilities required by this class include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read documents or instructions; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret data or information; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work under changing, intensive deadlines with constant interruptions; perform multiple, concurrent tasks; interact with city staff, management, vendors, contractors and the general public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to work in outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, and is exposed to wet or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE
High School graduation or G.E.D. equivalent is required, preferably supplemented by coursework and vocational training in water production, distribution, and maintenance practices. Four years of experience involving water production, distribution, maintenance, and customer service is required, preferably including work in a lead role involving the operation of water treatment or water distribution facility.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid Class B California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required within one year of appointment to this position. Depending upon assignment, a valid Class A California driver license, Medical certification and Water Tanker endorsement may be required.
Valid State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade Level D3 Certificate is required. Possession of a Water Treatment Operator Grade Level T2 Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board is highly desirable.
May be required to work different shifts and respond to emergency calls during non-regularly scheduled work hours, including nights and weekends.
APPLICANT INFORMATION/EXAM WEIGHT
APPLICANT INFORMATION/EXAM WEIGHT
Applicants must file a concise and complete City application regarding their qualifications for the position online through the Human Resources Department webpage at www.buenapark.com/hr as soon as possible. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.
All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, unless exhausted sooner.
The City of Buena Park is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability.
The City of Buena Park Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy requires that all applicants undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment.
Below is a list of key benefits offered to employees of the City of Buena Park and is only a summary of benefits. They are not intended to replace or modify the legal plan documents on file in the Human Resources Department.
SALARY RANGE: Composed of six (6) steps - Entry step through E step (Except management positions). Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.
RETIREMENT: Provided through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Employee pays member contribution.
VACATION: Earned at the rate of ten (10) working days per year for the first five (5) years of service. Public safety employees receive a different but equivalent benefit. Additional vacation may be earned by employees after five (5) years of service.
SICK LEAVE: Accumulated on the basis of eight (8) hours per month with no maximum accumulation.
HOLIDAYS: An average of eleven (11) holidays per year.
MEDICAL INSURANCE: Several plans (indemnity and HMO's) are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium according to the bargaining unit agreement.
DENTAL INSURANCE: Three (3) plans are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium. The Employee may pay a portion of the insurance premium according at bargaining unit agreement and this benefit is voluntary.
VISION INSURANCE: One plan is available. The Employee pays the insurance premium and this benefit is voluntary.
LIFE INSURANCE: Amount of coverage is based on the employee bargaining unit. Premiums are fully paid by the City.
LONG TERM DISABILITY: Fully paid by the City. Police sworn personnel are not eligible.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Available to all City employees and their immediate families.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: The City offers one (1) plan administered by Nationwide Retirement Solutions. This is a voluntary benefit with no City contribution.
WORK SCHEDULE: 9/80, 4/10 or 3/12 alternative work schedule depending upon the work location.
OC CREDIT UNION: Available to all City employees and their families.
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To better evaluate your qualifications for this position, responses to this supplemental questionnaire are required. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process. An incomplete and inaccurate application may lead to disqualification. It is your responsibility to fill out the application thoroughly and accurately. Resumes will not be accepted instead of completing these questions. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering the questions. If you do not have experience, please write "NONE". NOTE: 'See resume', 'See above', or copy and paste of your resume are not considered qualifying responses and will not be considered when evaluating your qualifications.
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What is your highest level of education completed?
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A valid California class B driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance is required for this position. Depending on the assignment, a valid Class A California driver license may be required, including Medical Certification and Water Tanker Endorsement. What type of Driver License do you possess?
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A valid Water Distribution Operator Grade Level D3 certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control B...
Location : Buena Park, CA
Job Type: Full-Time (Benefited)
Job Number: 23-00552
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 3/15/2024 12:00 AM Pacific
JOB BULLETIN
Applications will be accepted on a CONTINUOUS BASIS until position is filled with a first date of Monday, January 22, 2024. Apply early! This position may close at any time without notice. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to submit application materials as soon as possible.
Effective 6/24/2023: $5,444 - $7,259 Monthly
Effective 6/22/2024: $5,717 - $7,622 Monthly
The City of Buena Park is recruiting for a highly motivated individual to join the Public Works Water Division. Be a part of an exceptional team that operates over 220 miles of water mains and sewer mains and owns and operates eight water wells. We are seeking an individual who has exceptional technical, problem-solving, leadership and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate has experience responding to emergency repairs, field management, leadership skills and is a independent thinker. If you would like to join our team, APPLY TODAY!
GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, leads, coordinates and performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, customer service, and repair assignments involving the city's Water Services; leads, trains, and checks the work of assigned employees and completes a variety of reports and special projects; and does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Lead Water Services Technician is distinguished from the Senior Water Services Technician by the greater complexity of problems solved, the training and coordination of work for the Water Services technical personnel, and the employee's greater responsibility for the completion of regulatory reports.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the class.
- Trains water service personnel and checks work in progress and upon completion, while ensuring safe work practices.
- Schedules tasks and explains operational procedures and requirements, and the proper usage of equipment and materials.
- Operates water production, treatment, transmission, and distribution equipment by regulating water flow throughout the system using control valves, pumping stations, and deep wells, as well as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) telemetry and computer systems.
- Reports the need for major or specialized repairs to equipment, machinery, and electrical and electronic systems.
- Coordinates and monitors production; performs or schedules repairs and maintenance.
- Monitors system controls, pump stations, and valves for emergency and scheduled shut-downs in order to maintain proper operation of the distribution system; maintains proper water flow using booster pumps to control water level in reservoirs and other critical points throughout the system.
- Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and corrects control system malfunctions by resetting relays and adjusting other controls and components.
- Reviews calculations to determine proper levels of chemicals, and other elements; monitors water quantity levels to assure adequate supplies are available for consumption purposes.
- Maintains a proper inventory of chemicals necessary for the efficient operations of the treatment plants and equipment.
- Collects data on chemical residuals, turbidity, temperature, and usage.
- Completes activity reports and documents work procedures.
- Coordinates projects with other city departments.
- Oversees annual flushing of water lines; conducts back-flow testing and repairs.
- Constructs and repairs water mains, meters, valves, and service lines.
- Responds to service leaks and water main breaks.
- May participate in the preparation and presentation of performance appraisals.
- May be required to assist in the sewer division as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Knowledge of:
State and federal laws and local health and safety regulations regarding the production, treatment, storage and transmission of potable water, including the Safe Drinking Water Act and relevant Environmental Protection Act and U.S. Public Health Regulations; safety regulations associated with water treatment plant operations and the proper use of chemicals and other substances; construction and repair methods and techniques; water production and distribution methods, and water wells and pumping facilities and equipment; proper use of electrical and electronic monitoring equipment; safety standards and practices; effective customer service techniques; effective leadership techniques; water quality testing procedures.
Ability to:
Organize, lead, and perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work related to water treatment and distribution facilities; safely operate hand and power tools, including metering and testing devices; read blueprints and interpret plans and maintenance specifications; prepare clear, accurate, and concise technical reports; maintain records and files; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, contractors, and the general public.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to walk; talk or hear in person; sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; smell; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach above and below shoulder level with hands or arms. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee must lift and carry hand and power tools weighing up to 50 pounds or more. The employee must be able to use respirator equipment and work in confined spaces.
Specific vision abilities required by this class include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read documents or instructions; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret data or information; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work under changing, intensive deadlines with constant interruptions; perform multiple, concurrent tasks; interact with city staff, management, vendors, contractors and the general public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to work in outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, and is exposed to wet or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE
High School graduation or G.E.D. equivalent is required, preferably supplemented by coursework and vocational training in water production, distribution, and maintenance practices. Four years of experience involving water production, distribution, maintenance, and customer service is required, preferably including work in a lead role involving the operation of water treatment or water distribution facility.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid Class B California driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance are required within one year of appointment to this position. Depending upon assignment, a valid Class A California driver license, Medical certification and Water Tanker endorsement may be required.
Valid State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade Level D3 Certificate is required. Possession of a Water Treatment Operator Grade Level T2 Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board is highly desirable.
May be required to work different shifts and respond to emergency calls during non-regularly scheduled work hours, including nights and weekends.
APPLICANT INFORMATION/EXAM WEIGHT
APPLICANT INFORMATION/EXAM WEIGHT
Applicants must file a concise and complete City application regarding their qualifications for the position online through the Human Resources Department webpage at www.buenapark.com/hr as soon as possible. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application.
All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include, but is not limited to oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. The list is valid for up to one year, unless exhausted sooner.
The City of Buena Park is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability.
The City of Buena Park Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy requires that all applicants undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment.
Below is a list of key benefits offered to employees of the City of Buena Park and is only a summary of benefits. They are not intended to replace or modify the legal plan documents on file in the Human Resources Department.
SALARY RANGE: Composed of six (6) steps - Entry step through E step (Except management positions). Each step represents an increase of approximately five (5) percent.
RETIREMENT: Provided through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Employee pays member contribution.
VACATION: Earned at the rate of ten (10) working days per year for the first five (5) years of service. Public safety employees receive a different but equivalent benefit. Additional vacation may be earned by employees after five (5) years of service.
SICK LEAVE: Accumulated on the basis of eight (8) hours per month with no maximum accumulation.
HOLIDAYS: An average of eleven (11) holidays per year.
MEDICAL INSURANCE: Several plans (indemnity and HMO's) are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium according to the bargaining unit agreement.
DENTAL INSURANCE: Three (3) plans are available. The City pays a flat rate portion of the premium. The Employee may pay a portion of the insurance premium according at bargaining unit agreement and this benefit is voluntary.
VISION INSURANCE: One plan is available. The Employee pays the insurance premium and this benefit is voluntary.
LIFE INSURANCE: Amount of coverage is based on the employee bargaining unit. Premiums are fully paid by the City.
LONG TERM DISABILITY: Fully paid by the City. Police sworn personnel are not eligible.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Available to all City employees and their immediate families.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN: The City offers one (1) plan administered by Nationwide Retirement Solutions. This is a voluntary benefit with no City contribution.
WORK SCHEDULE: 9/80, 4/10 or 3/12 alternative work schedule depending upon the work location.
OC CREDIT UNION: Available to all City employees and their families.
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To better evaluate your qualifications for this position, responses to this supplemental questionnaire are required. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process. An incomplete and inaccurate application may lead to disqualification. It is your responsibility to fill out the application thoroughly and accurately. Resumes will not be accepted instead of completing these questions. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering the questions. If you do not have experience, please write "NONE". NOTE: 'See resume', 'See above', or copy and paste of your resume are not considered qualifying responses and will not be considered when evaluating your qualifications.
- I acknowledge receipt of this information and understand the instructions.
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What is your highest level of education completed?
- No Diploma
- High School or G.E.D.
- Some College - 59 units or less
- Some College - more than 60 units
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
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A valid California class B driver license, acceptable driving record, and evidence of insurance is required for this position. Depending on the assignment, a valid Class A California driver license may be required, including Medical Certification and Water Tanker Endorsement. What type of Driver License do you possess?
- I do not have a valid California driver license
- Class C, non-commercial license
- Class A, non-commercial license
- Class C, commercial license, with HAZMAT endorsement
- Class B, commercial license, with tanker endorsement
- Class A, commercial license, with tanker endorsement
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A valid Water Distribution Operator Grade Level D3 certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control B...
