Water System Operator I

The Water System Operator I is the entry level classification. Daily supervision will be done by the Water System Operator II/III and/or Water System Supervisor. The incumbent shall perform routine tasks and duties and must be familiar with the proper use of hand tools and have some knowledge of skilled crafts. In the course of daily duties, incumbents are expected to increasingly become more knowledgeable that will lead to full proficiency in one or more areas: construction and maintenance of pipelines, water services, fire hydrants, meters, pumps, motors, water plant facilities, and associated appurtenances. This shall include overall water system operation utilizing SCADA control systems at a basic level and participating in the Standby (On Call) rotation schedule after successfully passing the probation period.

• Graduation from and accredited high school, equivalent school or GED certificate.
• 1-2 years of water industry experience preferred
• Must have and maintain a valid Class-C driver’s license issued by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles at time of hire. Within 9 months of hire date, must have and maintain a Class A or B driver’s license with air brake endorsement issued by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles, employer will cover related costs.
• Must have and maintain a valid Grade 1 Water Distribution Operators license issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board, and/or AWWA/ ITCA at time of hire.
• Grade 1 Water Treatment Operators license issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board and/or ITCA at time of hire or able to acquire a Grade 1 Water Treatment license within 12 months of hire.
• Work Hours/Days: M-F 8/hrs/day, or 4-day 10/hrs/day work schedule.
• Annual Salary Range: $69,326.40-$75,462.40.

Equal Opportunity and Indian Preference: The Morongo Band of Mission Indians strives to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to the policy of nondiscrimination based on race, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status or any other non job-related factor. Among qualified applicants, the Morongo Band of Mission Indians will give preference to the qualified Native applicants.