Water Operator I - Distribution

　　Downey, CA, US, 90241

　　Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team.

　　At Liberty, we hire passionate people who care about doing the right thing for our customers. We are entrepreneurial, creative, and outcome-focused. Here, your natural talent and achievements will flourish in an inclusive environment of teamwork, trust and continuous learning. We are always pursuing excellence to exceed our ambitions goals, rewarding both the goal outcome and how we achieve it.

　　Purpose

　　Under direct supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction; maintenance and repair of water distribution systems and related facilities. Answers public inquiries and complaints in a considerate and courteous manner. Assist Operator III as directed.

　　Accountabilities

　　Ability to read a meter accurately

　　Performs leak repairs, maintains mains, fire hydrants, installation of new services, setting meters, changing out meters, and repairs services

　　Keeps the direct Supervisor aware of all field customer service problems and needs

　　Uses PC tablets for field service applications to process service orders

　　Performs minor service repairs

　　Works delinquent disconnects and reconnects as assigned

　　Resets meters as needed or instructed

　　Assists in the replacement of meters and registers, preparation and completion of service orders, along with other paperwork

　　Operates various hand and power tools and mechanical equipment while installing, operating, and repairing mains, services, meters, valves, and fire hydrants

　　Helps install, tap, re-line, disinfect, test, and connect water mains and appurtenances

　　Repairs, disinfects, and tests broken water mains

　　Assists in setting up work area traffic controls

　　Assists in making field and job-related decisions using Company policies and procedures

　　Reports and communicates to his or her supervisor all daily activities, needed repairs, hazards, challenges, needs

　　Follows all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Reports all unsafe activities to supervisor, EHS Manager, and/or Human Resources

　　Maintains and accounts for all tools and equipment and assigned vehicles

　　Responsible for keeping crew truck clean and orderly

　　Attends and participates in weekly safety meetings

　　Performs all work safely and in compliance with Liberty Utilities Water safety program

　　Performs various other duties as may be assigned by the Operations Managers or Distribution Supervisor or, the on duty Operator III

　　Education and Experience

　　High school diploma or equivalent is required

　　Must have a valid California driver’s license, clean driving record

　　Class A driver’s license desired (location specific)

　　Must possess a Grade 1 Water Distribution Certificate issued by the SWRCB DDW. T1 Treatment Certificate is desirable

　　Be able to gain proficiency in basic construction and maintenance methods and procedures of a water utility, comprehend the use and functions of the (C.I.S.) Customer Information System Program

　　Able to work independently and responsibly with direct supervision

　　Must have basic computer skills, including PC Windows operations knowledge and experience with communication devices

　　Able to follow Company rules, procedures, and directions from a supervisor and/or Management

　　Maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work This includes, but is not limited to, those to whom the position reports to, supervisors, coworkers, public, vendors, contractors

　　Exercise independent judgment, discretion, professionalism, and tact in all areas of work including matters of a sensitive and/or confidential manner

　　Must maintain a professional appearance as a front-line representative of the Company

　　Occasional travel required

　　Perform a wide range of physically strenuous tasks

　　Acquire CPR and First Aid training

　　Be available for standby, holidays, weekends, and/or overtime as required

　　A person in this position must have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing, with internal and external customers, under normal and adverse conditions

　　Compensation

　　$22.00 - $33.00/hour DOE

　　Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. is a growing renewable energy and utility company with over $15 billion of assets across North America and internationally.

　　For more than 30 years, Algonquin has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to delivering clean energy and water solutions. Our rapid growth has led both our regulated utility services and renewable energy business groups into different geographies and commodities, but our purpose remains unchanged – Sustaining Energy and Water for Life.

　　Through our operating business (Liberty), we provide regulated electricity, water, and natural gas utility services to over 1 million customer connections, primarily in North America. And, our growing portfolio of clean, renewable wind, solar, hydro and thermal power generation facilities represent over 3 GW of renewable generation capacity in operation and under construction.

　　With our robust, diversified, and growing presence in communities across North America and internationally, we are continually demonstrating our “Think Global, Act Local” business model.

　　What we offer

　　Company funded Pension program

　　401k with Company match

　　Full insurance benefits (health/dental/vision/life)

　　Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

　　Share purchase/match plan

　　Defined Contribution savings plan

　　Top Talent Program

　　Volunteer paid days off

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Achievement fund

　　We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not certain you meet the all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to further investigate the opportunity.

　　We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all of our employees and expect each of our employees to honor this commitment in their daily responsibilities.