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SouthWest Water is a privately-held, American-owned service company with decades of high-level customer service. Today, we serve over 600,000 residential and business customers in seven states : Alabama, California, Florida, Oregon, Louisiana, South Carolina, and Texas.
Our teams work together to deliver clean, safe, and reliable water and wastewater services so that our customers and communities can thrive.
Part-Time Hourly Position
Regular work schedule of less than 30 hours per workweek
About Us
Imagine being part of a team that supplies the essential element for life. Water is the very foundation of this planet, the life-giving essence in all of us.
Driven, knowledgeable and passionate about this essential resource, the Suburban Water Systems team, a subsidiary of SouthWest Water, is in the business of delivering a product everyone uses and depends on.
We're proud of our work. We make a difference in the lives of people by providing them water and wastewater services daily.
Don't wait, the opportunity is now to build yours and our planet's future with SouthWest Water!
Position Overview
The Assistant Utility Operator position is intended as an entry level water utility worker position. This position is different from the Utility Operator 1 in that it does not require DEQ or DWS certification.
This position will require significant direction for performing the duties required for Potable Water System Operation and Maintenance, Wastewater Collection System Operation and Maintenance from more experienced department personnel.
Work Location : Position is based out of Klamath Falls, Oregon.
What We Offer
Job Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position will be willing and able to perform the following duties and others as assigned :
Potable Water System Operation and Maintenance Operate and maintain potable water facilities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
This includes managing reservoirs, pumps, valves, and conducting construction activities. Perform water meter installations, readings, and respond to customer service calls, addressing issues such as leaks, pressure concerns, and high bills.
Uphold quality assurance by ensuring operations align with regulations, conducting sampling, testing, and preparing reports for regulatory agencies.
Test backflow prevention devices, communicate with customers on necessary actions, and maintain a comprehensive Cross Control Program.
Wastewater Collection System Operation and Maintenance Operate and maintain wastewater collection systems, responding to service calls, repairing pipelines, and addressing issues such as clogs and spills.
Provide customer service by responding to calls, checking sewer backups, and locating sewer line problems.
Environmental, Health, and Safety Attend safety classes, prioritize personnel safety, and report / correct hazards. Ensure the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and prioritize safety in decision-making.
Adhere to stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) to comply with regulations and company policies.
Position Qualifications
Education and Certifications
Work Experience :
1 years of experience performing construction activities or working for a utility is preferred
Work Environment :
Exposure to physical hazards from equipment with moving parts, high voltage electrical equipment, hazardous chemicals, bacteria in wastewater
Competencies
Delivering High Quality WorkSupporting CoworkersCommunicating EffectivelyWorking SafelyStrategic MindsetMaking Accurate Judgments and DecisionsDecision QualityInspiring and Motivating Others
SouthWest Water Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It’s our policy to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other opportunities based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, veteran status or disability, and in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws.
Last updated : 2024-04-27
Full Time
Utilities
$46k-62k (estimate)
03/29/2024
07/15/2024
swwc.com
COVINA, CA
1,000 - 3,000
1925
ROBERT CARROLL
$500M - $1B
Utilities
We're an American-owned company with nationwide resources and local management and decision making. More than a million people in four states depend on us for high-quality, reliable service. The people we serve expect and get our full commitment. Every day, our state-certified water and wastewater technicians pump and treat millions of gallons of water in hundreds of communities. Our focus on water is the entire cycle of water (from its point of origin through transporting, treating, distributing and recycling) and its repeated uses, and we take pride in this stewardship.
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