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Associate’s degree or trade school training specializing in water distribution system operations and maintenance.
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Minimum of twenty years cumulative experience in water system operations, preferably at municipal water utilities.
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Valid California Driver’s License, including state required levels of active auto insurance.
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SWRCB Water Distribution Operator D3 certification required.
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SWRCB Water Treatment Operator T3 certification is preferred.
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Industry experience working with mechanical and electrical systems, preferably within a municipal water utility. Extensive water utility experience and a current California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Distribution Operator D3 certification are required. Water treatment experience and a current SWRCB Water Treatment Operator T3 certification are preferred.
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In-depth knowledge of water system operations, methods, materials, equipment, safety practices, and applicable regulatory requirements.
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Demonstrated proficiency in installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining water distribution systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, and related wiring and instrumentation.
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Demonstrated leadership experience directing, coaching, and developing employees; setting clear performance expectations; holding team members accountable; and fostering a collaborative, respectful, safety-focused, and service-oriented work environment.
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Ability to lead through operational challenges and organizational change, exercise sound and impartial judgment, resolve conflict constructively, communicate decisions clearly, and maintain composure and accountability during emergencies and other high-pressure situations.
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Proven ability to build effective partnerships, influence stakeholders, delegate appropriately, prioritize resources, and align team performance and operational decisions with departmental and organizational goals.
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Strong organizational, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in office and field environments.
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Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to independently diagnose operating issues, troubleshoot equipment, determine appropriate corrective action, and complete repairs that support the prompt restoration of water service.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities, and adapt to changing operational needs.
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Ability to travel to multiple locations around Southern California.
Competitive Benefits
Forest Lawn takes pride in offering an excellent benefits package to our employees, which taken as a whole, leads our industry and is competitive with the benefits in just about any other industry.
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Drug Testing Policy
Prior to beginning employment, all job applicants who receive a job offer will be required to voluntarily submit to a drug screening test conducted by a laboratory designated by Forest Lawn. The drug screening method is a hair collection test that will detect the use of illegal drugs within the past 90 days. A positive drug test may result in the withdrawal of the job offer.
E-Verify Statement
Forest Lawn has registered to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program. With E-Verify we are able to confirm the employment authorization of all newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire's completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification upon commencement of employment. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates.
For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview.
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
Forest Lawn will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
