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LEAD WATER UTILITIES OPERATOR CITY OF COLTON Page 2 of 3 WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions including wet, hot, and cold. The incumbent may use cleaning and lubricating chemicals which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions and often work with constant interruptions. QUALIFICATIONS: Education and/or Exnerience• Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for a Lead Water Utilities Operator. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of three years of experience in the repair, maintenance and installation of water mains, systems, services and meters, or the performance of related work, and a high school diploma with some directly related college level course work. License/Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid, class A California driver's license. Possession of an American Water Works Association (AWWA) Water Distribution Certificate Grade H is required. A Grade II Water Treatment Operator Certificate as issued by the State of California Department of Health Services must be obtained within the first 24 months of employment. KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS: Knowledge of: Supervisory techniques and methods. Chlorination principles and, disinfectant requirements as required. Methods, materials, tools and equipment used in repair of water facility equipment. Heavy motor equipment operation and maintenance. Water sampling procedures, and hydraulic testing of electrical pumps and motors. Telemetry control functions. Water system emergency operations relating to water facility hydraulics. Measurement techniques and projection to ensure ample water supply to set zone requirements. Report writing and record keeping methods. Abil._ity to: