Utility Operator

Tahoe - Douglas Utility District
Job Description

Send Resume to: email address or PO Box 1160, Zephyr Cove, NV 89448 or fax# 775-588-5642

Job Title: Utility Operator - Instrumentation or Mechanical Tech

Salary Grade: $25.00-$35.00 Based on Experience / 100% paid benefits

Department: Utilities

Reports To: Administrator

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Location: Lake Tahoe-Nevada

SUMMARY

Operates/Maintains and troubleshoots the District's wastewater pump stations/collection/drainage system by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Not necessarily in order of priority, include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Provides excellent customer service to customers and business partners.

2. Performs daily and routine monitoring and troubleshooting of facilities and equipment. Performs analysis: checks and adjusts valves, floats, gauges and other related equipment. Records daily work and metered flows.

3. Monitors, inspect, operate, repairs and maintains wastewater system, including sewer lines, wet wells, pump stations, machinery, controls, pumps, motors and generators. Performs minor electrical, carpentry. Painting and mechanical tasks. Also maintains outside grounds.

4. Assists and do a variety of construction projects.

5. Operates a variety of hand, power and pneumatic tools but not limited to, such as jackhammers, chain saws, pipe cutters, compressors and pipe cutters.

6. Operates sewer cleaning equipment, pump station equipment and SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition).

7. Locates pipe and leaks using electronic detection equipment.

8. Troubleshoots complaints and evaluate emergency callouts.

9. Performs snow removal at all District facilities.

10. Fulfills "on call" requirements for a 7-day consecutive period, on a rotating basis.

11. Follows safety procedures and guidelines.

12. Completes paperwork as needed for cost reports, work logs, inventory logs, etc.

13. Assists with special projects and performs other duties as assigned from time to time.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists with training of others as needed.

2. Fills in for or assists fellow employees as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Occasionally may be required to coordinate projects, emergency responses or work direction of others. QUALIFICATIONS

Toperform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and minimum- (1) one year experience or training in pump stations, sewer collections, plumbing, electrical, mechanical or related field. Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Collection Certification is desirable.

COMPREHENSION/COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with customers or employees of organization. Ability to troubleshoot instrumentation and mechanical equipment.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic arithmetic and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid driver’s license, with an acceptable driving record. Preferred Mechanical, Electronic or Electrical certification. Or a grade I or II sewer collection certification or the ability to obtain a certification from Nevada Water Environment Association (NWEA) or any other state that is equivalent within two years from date of employment.

OTHER SKILLS OR ABILITIES

Ability to work in a self-directed work environment. Must be self-motivated and show a high degree of initiative. Must be available for and able to evaluate emergency callouts and to work overtime as required. Basic computer and supervision skills; good customer service skills; and ability to deal courteously and efficiently with the public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is frequently required to work in confined space and is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock; and explosives.

Tahoe Douglas District Employment Application

Tahoe Douglas District

Phone (775) 588-5641 Fax (775) 588-5642

If you have a disability and believe you require special accommodations during the selection process, please contact the District to make the appropriate arrangements.

Position Applied For:______________________________________________ Full Time Part Time Seasonal/Temporary

Name____________________________________________________Date_______________________________

Address__________________________________________________Email Address _______________________

City _________________________State_______ Zip Code_________Telephone ( )______________________

Social Security Number____________ - ____________ - __________ Cellular Phone ( )___________________

On what date would you be available for work? ______________________________________

Have you received a job announcement for this position? Yes No

Do you understand the job requirements for this position? Yes No

Can you perform the requirements of this job with or without reasonable accommodations? Yes No

Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No

If No, please state your age: _______________________

Have you ever been employed by Tahoe Douglas District? Yes No

If Yes, state the year employed and department:__________________________________

Do you have relatives employed by Tahoe Douglas District? Yes No

If Yes, please list name(s), and departments where employed:

Name_________________________Department________________________Relationship___________________

Name_________________________Department________________________Relationship___________________

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States? Yes No

Following an offer of employment, you will be required to submit verification of your legal right to work in the United States.

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Have you ever been convicted of a crime (other than a minor traffic violation)? Yes No

If yes, state the date, location and nature of the offense:_________________________________________________________

Have you ever been discharged or terminated from any place of employment? Yes No

If so, please explain:_____________________________________________________________________________________

NOTE: A termination or a conviction will not necessarily disqualify you from employment. It will be considered in terms of work to be performed.

List job-related Certificates/Licenses, Registrations or Training related to the position for which you are applying:

Date Completed

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SPEICIAL SKILLS:

List any special skills you possess and/or equipment/tools or office machines you can operate related to this position:

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Type: WPM________Computer/SoftwareSkills_____________________________________________________

EDUCATION RECORD

Are you currently a student? Yes No

Did you graduate from high school? Yes No

If No, did you receive a GED certificate? Yes No

School

Name - Location - Year

Units

Major Study

H.S. Diploma/Degree Earned

High School

College

Trade/Business

Graduate School

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MILITARY SERVICE

Have you ever been a member of the Armed Forces? Yes No

Branch_____________________________Rank________________Discharge Date/Type____________________

Duties:______________________________________________________________________________________

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EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Provide information regarding all paid, military, and volunteer work within the past ten years. Describe your current or most recent position first; then list other relevant positions in order, working down from the most recent.

Employer:________________________________________________Position:____________________________

Address:_____________________________________________From:(Mo.Yr.)__________To:(Mo. Yr.)________

Starting Salary:_____________ Ending Salary:__________Number of Employees Supervised:_____________

Supervisor’sName/Title:__________________________________Telephone:____________________________

RelatedDuties:________________________________________________________________________________

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Reason for Leaving:_____________________________________________________________________________________

Employer:________________________________________________Position:____________________________

Address:_____________________________________________From:(Mo.Yr.)__________To:(Mo. Yr.)________

Starting Salary:_____________ Ending Salary:__________Number of Employees Supervised:_____________

Supervisor’sName/Title:__________________________________Telephone:____________________________

RelatedDuties:________________________________________________________________________________

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Reason for Leaving:_____________________________________________________________________________________

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(EMPLOYMENT HISTORY CONT.)

Employer:________________________________________________Position:____________________________

Address:_____________________________________________From:(Mo.Yr.)__________To:(Mo. Yr.)________

Starting Salary:_____________ Ending Salary:__________Number of Employees Supervised:_____________

Supervisor’sName/Title:__________________________________Telephone:____________________________

RelatedDuties:________________________________________________________________________________

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Reason for Leaving:_____________________________________________________________________________________

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May we contact all employers listed? Yes No (Attach a list of any exceptions with an explanation).

Please state below any other information that would be helpful in determining your qualifications for this position. You may include significant accomplishments, previous career highlights, or any other information that is not included in this employment application.

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PERSONAL REFERENCES

Give the name, address (home or business) and telephone number of three persons NOT RELATED to you and NOT former employers who have knowledge of your character, work experience, ability and accomplishments.

Name Address Occupation Telephone

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Please READ ALL of the following statements and INITIAL EACH to indicate you have read and understand each of the statements. If you have questions, contact Tahoe Douglas District at (775) 588-5641.

_____ All offers of employment and all information regarding compensation and other terms and conditions of employment will be made in writing. Verbal statements may not be relied upon.

_____ Employment will be at will unless specifically stated to be otherwise. “At will” means Tahoe Douglas District may terminate my employment at any time with no advance notice and for any reason or no reason.

_____ This application is the property of Tahoe Douglas District and will become part of my personnel file if I am hired.

I certify that all statements contained on this application are true and correct. I authorize Tahoe Douglas District to investigate my references and to make an independent investigation of any character, conduct and employment records; including, but not limited to, criminal and traffic records. I hereby release all employers, schools, or persons from all liability in responding to inquiries in connection with my application. I understand that any misrepresentation, falsification or material omission of information may result in my failure to receive an offer, or if I have been hired, in my dismissal from employment, regardless of length of employment. In the event I am employed by Tahoe Douglas District, I agree to comply with all rules and policies.

Signature of Applicant:__________________________________________ Date:_________________________

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $37.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• utility, trouble shooting,electrical, mechanical: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $33 - $37