The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department is seeking qualified Water Distribution Operators to join the Water Division team. Reporting directly to the Water Distribution Chief Operator, this position plays an essential role in the operation and maintenance of the City's water distribution system.
As a member of a dedicated, service-focused team, the Water Distribution Operator will work in a collaborative environment that values teamwork, leadership, and professional development at every level. The Water Division is committed to providing the community with safe, reliable drinking water while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Operate heavy equipment, including but not limited to backhoes, dump trucks, and skid steers
Perform routine distribution maintenance on water system appurtenances
Install, repair, and replace water services, water mains, water meters, and other distribution appurtenances
Work in traffic and provide traffic control, and set up appropriate traffic control signs, barricades, and message boards
Provide quality customer service to both internal and external customers
Train new staff members on maintenance procedures
Keep abreast of current water regulation and safety requirements
Work in trenches and confined spaces
Perform on-call duties and after-hours work as necessary
PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Utilities Field Technician, Senior
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Utilities Field Technician in that it performs skilled inspection, maintenance, and repair work of assigned equipment, and may serve as a lead worker by assigning work and monitoring work completion.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED/SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning and monitoring the work of others.