WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR III

Salary : $7,512.27 - $8,697.87 Monthly

Location : Torrance, CA

Job Type: Permanent Full-time

Job Number: 25045403

Department: PUBLIC WORKS

Opening Date: 04/23/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

DESCRIPTION

WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.

The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the City of Torrance today.

The City of Torranceis recruiting for a to be part of the

Public Works Department's Torrance Municipal Water DivisionTeam!

The Department

The Division of (TMW) is a full service water agency with approximately 26,500 service connections that provides both retail and wholesale water service to approximately 80% of the . Torrance Municipal Water is a leading water agency in the that prides itself on serving its customers in a cost-effective manner, with a reliable supply of high-quality water, essential to maintaining public health and safety, economic vitality, and community well-being.

The Position

As a part of the Torrance Municipal Water Division, the leads crews and provides in-the-field technical expertise to entry and intermediate level Water System Operators. In this lead role, the Water System Operator III is responsible for planning work, ensuring safety, training crew members, troubleshooting, and responding to customer concerns in the field.

The Water System Operator III also performs the most complex skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of the City's water system, and performs water quality control and meter repair. The most frequent jobs include preventative maintenance, corrective actions, and emergency repairs to water mains, hydrants, and replacing valves. Performs related duties as required.

The availability to respond to emergency call-outs during and after normal work hours is a must.

PREMIUM PAY

Additional Annual Earning Potential

LICENSE/ASSIGNMENT

%

QUALIFICATIONS

POTENTIAL ANNUAL PAY INCREASE

Water Distribution Operator License - Grade D4

3%

Upon documentation that Water Distribution License Grade 4 is achieved (3%).

$2,704.42 -$3,131.23

Water Distribution Operator License - Grade D5

3.5%

Upon documentation that Water Distribution License Grade 5 is achieved (3 %).

$3,154.15 - $3,646.10

Water Plant Operator Assignment

7.5%

Public Works Water System Operator Ill's assigned as operator to the Goldsworthy Desalination Plant or other City water production facilities shall receive a seven-and one-half percent (7 %) assignment pay. The incumbent who receives this assignment pay may use the working title Water Plant Operator.

Water System Operator Ill's will be given an interest form to be considered for the assignment. All interested Water System Operator Ill's will be interviewed internally and, if accepted, will be required to pass a competency test. The competency test may be given annually or at a minimum of every two years. The test must be passed with a score of 70% or better and will contain both written and practical components.

Test topics may include membrane replacement, clean in place procedures, safe handling of chemicals, pump operations, and/or any related topic to plant operations.

A minimum of two (2) positions will be assigned to the Water Plant and or other City water production facilities. The Department Head may increase the number of positions based on operational demand subject to employee passing the competency test.

$6,760.84 - $7,803.03

QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

Any combination of education and experience that would have provided the knowledge and skills required is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Equivalent to a high school diploma and four years of progressively responsible experience in the installation, maintenance, repair and/or inspection of water distribution facilities.

License and/or Certifications:

Must possess and maintain an appropriate, valid California driver's license; a State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator License Grade D3; and a State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator License Grade T2.

In addition to above, successful candidates will possess the following:

Strong technical skills with the ability to motivate and lead a crew;

State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator License Grade D4 or D5;

Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing;

Computer skills including knowledge of SCADA software;

Flexibility to adapt to various work environments ranging from working in-house at the meter shop and water quality office to working in field;

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers, the public, other City departments and individuals from other agencies.

HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS

Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at Application submission will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position(s) is/are filled. If a sufficient number of qualified applications are received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the recruitment may close at that time.

Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following components:

Performance Test: Weighted 60% (will be tentatively scheduled)

Panel Interview: Weighted 40% (will be tentatively scheduled)

The tentative test date(s) will be based on a sufficient number of qualified applications received by the first review date. If a sufficient number of applications are not received by the first review date, there is the possibility that the test date may change to a later date.

SPECIAL NOTES

In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between TME-AFSCME and the City of Torrance, new employees covered under that memorandum shall become members in good standing and pay the required service fee to said Local.

Safety Sensitive Positions (Document with position titles: Safety Sensitive positions.pdf):

Positions under this classification perform "Safety Sensitive" functions as defined by the US Department of Transportation (DOT) and are subject to Federal drug and alcohol testing. Pursuant to the US DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations - 49 CFR Part 40, Federal Regulations do not authorize the use of Schedule 1 drugs, including marijuana and Cannabidiol (CBD) products, for any reason.

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Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the test date.

Positions in this classification may be considered "safety sensitive" under Federal law and employees assigned to these positions will be required to submit to drug and alcohol screening. As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check and preemployment medical examination.

Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources prior to the examination date(s). If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at before the test date.

As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check and a pre-employment medical examination.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

City of Torrance Inclusion Statement

The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.

The City is an equal opportunity employer and works towards building collaborative teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. Come join us to help cultivate a workplace that welcomes and celebrates the diversity of our employees!

The City of Torrance offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits may include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

To view the current benefits for Torrance Municipal Employees (AFSCME Local 1117) bargaining unit, visit::

For additional information about the City's benefits, visit:

RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.

01

I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe IN DETAIL my qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application. In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL JOBS, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any volunteer experience during my entire work history.I UNDERSTAND that when providing my work history, ALL DATES should be UPDATED, starting with my most recent job.I UNDERSTAND that answers that I provide to the supplemental questions should be reflected in the Work Experience Section of my application.I UNDERSTAND that if I am currently employed by the City of Torrance, I MUST provide my appropriate job classification/title and provide a description of my duties in the Work Experience Section of my application.I have read these statements in their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.

Yes

No

02

The following supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Resumes are encouraged but will NOT be used in lieu of the application or supplemental questions. Please read each question carefully and provide a thorough and complete response. Do NOT state "see resume" or "see application" to respond to any of the following questions. Failure to respond to all questions will be considered an incomplete application and may not be considered for further processing. Do you understand the foregoing?

Yes

No

03

Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

Yes

No

04

Amount of full-time (paid 40 hour/week or part-time equivalent) progressively responsible experience in the installation, maintenance, repair and/or inspection of water distribution facilities. NOTE: This work experience must be reflected on the job application at the time of submission.

1 - 3 Years

4 or More Years

05

Do you possess a valid California driver's license? You must provide your driver's license number and License Class ("A", "B", or "C") in the designated areas below.

Yes

No

06

Select your valid Driver's License Class.

Class A

Class B

Class C

07

Provide your valid Driver's License Number.

08

Do you possess and maintain a current and valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator License Grade 3 or higher?

Yes

No

09

Provide your valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator License Grade (Grade 3 or higher required).

D3 - Grade 3

D4 - Grade 4

D5 - Grade 5

10

Provide your valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator License Grade 3 or higher License Number.

11

Provide the Issue Date for your valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator License (Grade 3 or higher). Utilize Date Format MM/DD/YYYY.

12

Do you possess and maintain a current and valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Plant Operator License Grade 2 or higher license?

Yes

No

13

Provide your valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Plant Operator License Grade (Grade 2 or higher required).

T2 - Grade 2

T3 - Grade3

T4 - Grade 4

T5 - Grade 5

14

Provide your valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Plant Operator License Grade 2 or higher License Number.

15

Provide the Issue Date for your valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Plant Operator License (Grade 2 or higher). Utilize Date Format MM/DD/YYYY.

16

I certify that the information I have provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that this information is subject to verification with my former employers, and that misrepresentation may cause me to forfeit all opportunities to be considered for employment with the City of Torrance.

Yes

No

Required Question