Uniformed Patrol Deputy

Job Summary The position will also be eligible for a signing bonus (10% of base salary), pending City Council approval. Operates and maintains the City's water production, treatment, and storage facilities.

Representative Duties

Operates and performs preventive and corrective maintenance on wells, booster pumps, treatment and softening facilities and reservoirs, including all mechanical, electrical and electronic control equipment. Operates pumps and related flow and pressure controls and storage facilities manually or by using a system control and data acquisition (SCADA) system. Maintains and adjusts system flow and pressure requirements. Controls flows to meet consumer demands including fire flow demands and minimum pressure requirements. Operates and assists in the installation of electronic control and data acquisition equipment. Performs routine chemical tests. Determines and controls proper chemical dosage rates for wellhead disinfection and distribution residual maintenance. Investigates water quality problems in the distribution systems. Pulls, resets, rehabilitates, disinfects and test domestic wells. Drains, cleans, disinfects, and maintains distribution reservoirs. Drives City vehicle to production and storage facilities and delivers chemicals including chlorine, calcium and sodium hypochlorite, sodium sulfate and diesel fuel. Prepares reports, and maintains records of system operation and maintenance. Operates a computer using word processing and spreadsheet software to enter and retrieve information. Operates a drill press, arc and gas welders and other equipment to fabricate minor parts for use in the water system and control mechanisms. Operates equipment such as a backhoe, ditchwitch, tractor, power and hand tools for the repair, fabrication, installation and routine maintenance of plant grounds, facilities and control systems. Follows all applicable safety rules and regulations. Coordinates the work activities of staff as assigned. Performs other duties, as assigned.

Requirements Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Knowledge of: Operation and maintenance of complex mechanical and electrical equipment. Relevant preventive maintenance plan. Relevant tools and equipment. Safety standards and safe work practices. Proper safety equipment to use when handling and working with chemicals and other hazardous materials. Procedure for handling chemicals and hazardous materials including OSHA requirements. Effective customer service techniques. Ability to: Operate and maintain complex mechanical and electrical equipment. Follow written and oral instructions. Read and understand blueprints and electrical schematics. Read, comprehend and follow instructions for the safe operation and repair of complex mechanical and electrical equipment. Read and understand the importance of following the manufacturers’ safety data sheet (MSDS) in the event of exposure to hazardous chemicals. Perform work requiring physical dexterity. Lift, carry, and move heavy objects, tools and equipment. Perform mathematical calculations to determine water inventory changes, production rates, flow velocity, differential pressure, level conversions, instrumentation conversions and well efficiency and drawdown. Provide effective customer service. Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals. Coordinate work activities of assigned staff. Skill in: Reading, writing and communicating in English at an appropriate level. The use of computers and various software applications. Education, Training and Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent. Two years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a potable water treatment plant. Licenses and Certificates: Possession of a Class "C" driver license and ability to obtain Hazmat endorsement issued by the Department of Motor Vehicle within one year of the date of hire. Possession of a valid Grade III California Water Treatment Operator's Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Health Services. Possession of a Grade III California Water Distribution Certificate.

Supplemental Information

Application Review Board: All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position. Those candidates whose qualifications best meet the City's needs will be invited to participate further. Testing may consist of any or all of the following components: Written Examination: to measure job-related knowledge and abilities. Performance: to measure job-related knowledge and abilities. Technical/Oral Examination: to evaluate training, experience and interpersonal skills. Interview: to evaluate education, training and experience; technical knowledge; communication skills; and interpersonal skills. NOTE: Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials. Postmarks will not be accepted. All employees of the City of Santa Monica are designated by both State and City ordinance to be "Disaster Service Workers." In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees' normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phrase of the emergency.

The City's liberal fringe benefits for full-time employment include sick leave, holiday and vacation pay, the Public Employees Retirement System, medical, dental and vision insurance, credit union, deferred compensation, tuition reimbursement, Dependent Care Assistance Plan and Marine Park Childcare Center.

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Do you have a valid Grade III - Water Treatment Operator's Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Health Services?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid Grade III - Water Distribution Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Health Services?

• Yes
• No

03

Please describe your recent, paid work experience operating and maintaining a water treatment, softening, and storage facility. Include in your response the name of your employer, dates of employment, and the duties you performed.

04

Please describe your experience operating and maintaining electronic control and data acquisition equipment. Include in your response the type of equipment used.

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Please describe your experience and/or training using computers. Include the software applications you are familiar with.

• Required Question