Assistant Operations Engineer (36.26)
International Executive Service Corps, Santa Fe Springs, CA, United States
Location
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA (Central District)
Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United States. We deliver quality, reliable water to more than 1 million people in over 80 communities throughout California. Golden State Water has been in business for more than 90 years because we put customers first.
POSITION DEFINITION
Under the direction of the Operations Engineer, the Assistant Operations Engineer provides technical assistance and support with a primary focus on resolving operational problems and optimizing the efficiency of water system operations. Assists with implementation of the water loss control program, including water audits and related water loss activities. Responsible for the collection, organization, archiving and distribution of engineering and operations records including system maps, production statistics, and fire flow records.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares and/or updates system wide and plant specific operational memos including plant site plans, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), and schematics
Receives utility substructure requests from outside agencies, review for conflicts/impacts to GSWC facilities
Utilizes hydraulic models to assist in analyzing water systems operations
Oversees the fire hydrant flow testing program, receives completed field test reports, performs hydrant flow calculations, maintains fire hydrant test log, returns test results to customers
Reviews system additions, modifications, and upgrades within the District, including plan review for New Business and CIP projects
Oversees and coordinates the annual system pressure surveys for all District systems
Coordinates and performs annual AWWA Water Loss Audits for all District Systems
Reviews system GIS maps and related records, provides corrections as needed to the Planning Department
Assists in the development and implementation of District Water Loss Control Programs
Provides technical support to District Water Supply and Distribution Superintendents and field operations staff
Communicates orally and in writing with customers, clients, and the public face-to-face, in group settings
Provides assistance, as required, to Water Supply, Customer Service, Water Quality, Administration, and others as directed by the Operations Engineer upon request by the General Manager
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering from an accredited college required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Effective oral and written communication skills
Experience in water system design, evaluation and/or operation desirable
Technical Skills and Experience
Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, and/or Infowater desirable
Knowledge of engineering principles related to hydraulics and water system operations
Qualities of a Successful Assistant Operations Engineer
Displays high standards of ethical conduct; exhibits honesty and integrity
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, professional associates and with the general public
Ability to learn principles and practices of water operations, planning and management, including use analysis and forecasting
Works and communicates with internal and external clients, contractors, vendors and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner
Flexible, thoughtful, accountable and passionate about work
Motivated to learn, change and grow
Highly organized
May include but not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.
BENEFITS
Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.
The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.
NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.
The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age over 40, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
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SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA (Central District)
Golden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United States. We deliver quality, reliable water to more than 1 million people in over 80 communities throughout California. Golden State Water has been in business for more than 90 years because we put customers first.
POSITION DEFINITION
Under the direction of the Operations Engineer, the Assistant Operations Engineer provides technical assistance and support with a primary focus on resolving operational problems and optimizing the efficiency of water system operations. Assists with implementation of the water loss control program, including water audits and related water loss activities. Responsible for the collection, organization, archiving and distribution of engineering and operations records including system maps, production statistics, and fire flow records.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares and/or updates system wide and plant specific operational memos including plant site plans, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), and schematics
Receives utility substructure requests from outside agencies, review for conflicts/impacts to GSWC facilities
Utilizes hydraulic models to assist in analyzing water systems operations
Oversees the fire hydrant flow testing program, receives completed field test reports, performs hydrant flow calculations, maintains fire hydrant test log, returns test results to customers
Reviews system additions, modifications, and upgrades within the District, including plan review for New Business and CIP projects
Oversees and coordinates the annual system pressure surveys for all District systems
Coordinates and performs annual AWWA Water Loss Audits for all District Systems
Reviews system GIS maps and related records, provides corrections as needed to the Planning Department
Assists in the development and implementation of District Water Loss Control Programs
Provides technical support to District Water Supply and Distribution Superintendents and field operations staff
Communicates orally and in writing with customers, clients, and the public face-to-face, in group settings
Provides assistance, as required, to Water Supply, Customer Service, Water Quality, Administration, and others as directed by the Operations Engineer upon request by the General Manager
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering from an accredited college required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Effective oral and written communication skills
Experience in water system design, evaluation and/or operation desirable
Technical Skills and Experience
Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, and/or Infowater desirable
Knowledge of engineering principles related to hydraulics and water system operations
Qualities of a Successful Assistant Operations Engineer
Displays high standards of ethical conduct; exhibits honesty and integrity
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, professional associates and with the general public
Ability to learn principles and practices of water operations, planning and management, including use analysis and forecasting
Works and communicates with internal and external clients, contractors, vendors and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner
Flexible, thoughtful, accountable and passionate about work
Motivated to learn, change and grow
Highly organized
May include but not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, bending, pulling and/or pushing, grasping, reaching, stooping and crouching, sitting, typing, walking, reading, writing, color determination, speaking and listening for extended periods of time.
BENEFITS
Our Company supports our employees with rich benefit programs and resources to help them thrive today and prepare for tomorrow. Benefit options include medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents. We also offer paid vacation and sick time and twelve Company paid holidays per year. To help our employees plan for the future, we offer both a 401(k) retirement plan as well as a Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan. Additional benefits include life, AD&D, and LTD insurance as well as health savings account and flexible spending plans.
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Multiple factors are used to determine the actual starting rate of pay for all of our positions, including specific skills, years of experience, education, certification(s), and other job related factors.
The responsibilities of this position will involve access to information that may be considered confidential, private and sensitive. Therefore, the individual filling this position will be required to both allow and pass a background check.
NOTE: Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with special needs to perform the essential functions.
The Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, legally protected medical condition, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age over 40, military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
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