Under the direction of the Water/ Wastewater Operator/Field Operations Supervisor:

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1 IVCSD JOB OPENING Indian Valley Community Services District has one opening for a Water/Wastewater Utility Worker. This is a full time permanent position that requires the possession of a D-2 Distribution License or the ability to obtain one within 12 months of hire. On-call availability required. Pay Range $14.00-$17.50/hr plus benefits. Please print job application from this website and mail to the physical address listed, or to: ivcsd@frontiernet.net POLICY TITLE: Job Description Water/Wastewater Utility Worker POLICY NUMBER: General Job Description Under the direction of the Water/ Wastewater Operator/Field Operations Supervisor: (a) works independently or as a member of a crew to efficiently and productively provide assistance as needed in the repair, replacement, operations and maintenance of District facilities; (b)performs a wide variety of unskilled and semi-skilled manual and automated tasks. (c)constructs, remodels or removes wood frame, concrete, masonry, metal and other types of structures utilizing a variety of skills including carpentry, plumbing, and concrete placing and finishing. (d) performs a wide variety of unskilled and semi-skilled manual and automated tasks including, but not limited to, the operation of mechanical and hydraulically operated construction equipment; (e) reads and interprets construction contracts, specifications, details and plans for the purpose of correctly installing, repairing and/or replacing pipeline and appurtenant facilities, irrigation structures (e.g., flumes, siphons, measuring structures, etc.) and appurtenant facilities, structural trench sections, and roadway pavement; (f) reads and records water usage data from meters; (g) organizes accounts into routes for optimal data collection efficiency; (h) provides support to office clerical staff and to pipeline construction and maintenance crews; (i) trains other staff as necessary for relief or replacement purposes; (j) delivery of account information or notification forms; (k) performs a wide variety of unskilled and semi-skilled manual and automated tasks Prerequisite Qualifications High school diploma or the equivalency thereof Knowledge of basic construction tools and equipment; basic knowledge of District operations and materials used in potable and non-potable water transmissions systems Valid Class C California driver license and satisfactory driving record.

2 Basic knowledge of, and experience in plumbing and concrete placing and finishing Knowledge of basic construction tools and equipment Knowledge of capability and operation construction tools and mechanical and hydraulically operated construction equipment D2 Water Distribution System Certificate issued by the State of California Department of Health Services, or ability to acquire same within 1 year of appointment Knowledge of pipe, valves, fittings, and other appurtenant materials, including costs, used in potable and non-potable water transmission systems; Basic Work Hours: 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, 5 day work week Hourly Compensation: $ Essential Job Duties: Task: Assists in the repair of pipe leaks on District's distribution system Task: Assists in the installation of water mains and fittings Task: Assists in the installation of asphalt-concrete paving material. squatting; close vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls Task: Assists in the cleaning and maintenance of District irrigation ditches. squatting; close vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls;

3 Task: Applies weed control chemicals to ditch banks and around above-ground District facilities. Physical Demand: Standing; walking; lifting and carrying (regularly up to 25 lbs., frequently up to 50 lbs.); distance vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; driving vehicle Task: Assists in the maintenance, repair and/or replacement of pumps, motors, valves and various other water treatment plant facilities Task: Constructs, remodels, repairs and removes structures, including buildings, concrete forms, flumes, weirs, spills, water service and diversion structures, etc. and carrying (regularly up to 25 Lbs., frequently up to 50 Lbs., and infrequently up to 100 Lbs.); kneeling; stooping; bending; squatting; climbing ladders, stairs, etc.; close vision; distance vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; Task: Constructs, remodels, repairs and removes potable and non-potable plumbing systems and delivery facilities. and carrying (regularly up to 25 Lbs., frequently up to 50 Lbs., and infrequently up to 100 Lbs.); kneeling; stooping; bending; squatting; climbing ladders, stairs, etc.; close vision; distance vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; Task: Places and finishes concrete in a variety of construction applications. and carrying (regularly up to 25 Lbs., frequently up to 50 Lbs., and infrequently up to 100 lbs.); kneeling; stooping; bending; squatting; climbing ladders, stairs, etc.; close vision; distance vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; Task: Gives direction and supervision to District employees assigned to assist this position in the essential job duties listed above. Physical Demand: Standing; walking over uneven ground; kneeling; stooping; bending; squatting; sitting; climbing ladders, stairs, etc.; close vision; distance vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls Task: Maintains tools and equipment used in performance of position's jobs.

4 up to 25 Lbs., frequently up to 50 Lbs.); kneeling; stooping; bending; squatting; close vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; Task: Operates backhoe, in the repair of pipe leaks on District's potable water distribution system Task: Operates backhoe, in the installation of water mains and fittings Task: Operates backhoe, in the maintenance and repair of raw water distribution facilities Task: Reads and records water usage data from water meters. and carrying (regularly up to 25 lbs.); kneeling; stooping; bending; squatting; upper and lower body flexibility; close and distance vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects. tools or controls; Task: Installs and removes meters. and carrying (regularly up to 25 lbs.); kneeling; stooping; bending; squatting; upper and lower body flexibility; close and distance vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; Task: Maintains access to meters by clearing away soil, debris, weeds, leaves, brush, etc., and uses appropriate tools to do so, including brush saw, weed-eater, shovel, rake, etc. and carrying (regularly up to 25 lbs.); kneeling; stooping; bending; squatting; upper and lower body flexibility; close and distance vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls;

5 Marginal Job Duties: Task: Assists in the locating of District facilities. Physical Demand: Sitting; standing; walking over uneven ground; close and distance vision; use of hands to operate locating equipment; Task: Assists in controlling traffic to facilitate the repair, replacement, operating and maintenance of District facilities. Physical Demand: Standing; walking over uneven ground; distance vision; speaking; hearing; use of hands to hold and manipulate signs, and to give direction to vehicle operators; driving vehicle Task: Maintains tools and equipment. up to 25 lbs., frequently up to 50 lbs.); kneeling; stooping; bending; squatting; close vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; Task: Repair and maintenance of District buildings and grounds. squatting; close and distance vision; use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; Environmental Demands: Outside: Always works outside in a variety of weather conditions ranging from snow to +100 F Inside: Seldom works indoors in temperature-controlled environment Fumes/Gases: Exposure to fumes from internal combustion engines; exposure to dust generated during construction operations; exposure to fumes from week control chemicals Noise/Vibration: Moderate exposure to noise, and minimal vibration from tools and equipment Mental Requirements: Reading: Reads road maps, instructions, work orders, safety manuals, letters, reports, memos and messages.

6 Writing: Annotates work orders with materials used, equipment used, as-built facility information, hours worked, and descriptions of work done Math: Ability to perform basic math calculations. Ability to count and measure Attention to Detail: Medium level concentration and attention to detail to produce an acceptable level of workmanship Repetition: Routine daily work practices Judgment: Works under direct supervision; minimal judgment required Social Skills: Ability to relate cooperatively with members of the public, and District personnel Communication Skills: Ability to understand communications from others. Ability to communicate all hand signals related to construction operations.