Assistant Operations Engineer or Associate Operations Engineer

About the Role

Golden State Water Company is hiring for one position with two possible levels: Assistant Operations Engineer or Associate Operations Engineer. The Associate Operations Engineer requires a higher level of training and work experience, is expected to work on increasingly challenging technical assignments, work independently, and require minimal Operations Engineer supervision.

Key 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, reviews 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, and 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 and 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• For Both Assistant or Associate Operations Engineer:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other applicable software.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS, and/or Infowater is desirable.
• Knowledge of engineering principles related to hydraulics and water system operations.
• 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.
• For Associate Operations Engineer Only:
• Familiar with CPUC, SWRCB, RWQCB, local fire department(s), and other agency regulations as they pertain to water operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications For Both Assistant Or Associate Operations Engineer:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering from an accredited college.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Additional Minimum and Certification Requirements for an Associate Operations Engineer:
• A valid Engineer-in-training certification.
• A minimum of two years of work experience in engineering preferably in the areas of water supply and water distribution operations, engineering, and construction activities.
• Certification as a California Water Audit Validator is preferred.
• Certification as a California Water Treatment and/or Water Distribution Operator is preferred.