We are currently recruiting for a Dam Tender I/IIwith a reliable water utility providing crucial flood control and water conservation to the Central Coast, located in beautiful Santa Maria, CA. This is an excellent career opportunity for anyone with experience in the water supply and distribution industry. There is one open position, the position offered will depend on the candidate's qualifications. This job is a direct hire opportunity with a pay scale of $26.00 to $32.00 an hour DT I, and $28.85 to $38.50 an hour for a DT II.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES A BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG TEST.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Collect and report data on water inflow and outflow and weather conditions.
Maintain dam grounds and structures.
Regulate outlet flow in accordance with company direction and USBR standard operating procedures.
Perform routine tests on weather station, collect water and other samples, and analyze and record data from tests.
Lead or assist in preventive maintenance activities on reservoir equipment, including recorders, rainfall gauges, weirs, pumps, motors, boats, generators and flood gates; inspect, clean and perform minor repair activities.
Open flood gates and clean debris.
Patrol lake and property surrounding the facilities and downstream flow; enforce reservoir ordinances as necessary.
Assist in the repair and maintenance of reservoir roads and drains.
Lead or assist with grounds keeping and maintenance of reservoir area, including dam superstructures, buildings and grounds; perform grounds maintenance duties including care of lawns, shrubs, flowers and trees; paint buildings as necessary.
Operate a variety of equipment including vehicles, hand and power tools, mowers, and other equipment used for dam operation, maintenance and grounds keeping.
Maintain detailed records and logs related to activities and maintenance at the facility and reservoir.
Work with a variety of agencies on operations and activities; deal with inquiries and resolve issues on reservoir activities within scope of authority.
Respond to public inquiries as needed and in a courteous manner; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
Perform additional related duties and responsibilities as required.
Skills & Qualifications
Any combination of experience and training that can provide the required knowledge and abilities may be acceptable. Examples include two years or more of increasingly responsible experience in any of the following areas:
Maintaining and repairing water distribution systems or related systems.
Collecting and reporting data.
Experience operating and maintaining mechanical and/or hydraulic systems operated remotely.
Experience operating standby or auxiliary power systems.
Experience working outdoors and/or in remote locations.
Knowledge of and ability to competently use computers and Microsoft Office
Good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to use hand and power tools and operate light and heavy equipment.
Ability to perform physical tasks, including but not limited to walking, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, lifting, stretching, or crawling for extended periods of time; must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
Licenses, Education, and Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid California Driver's License, Class C required, with ability to obtain Commercial Driver's License as needed.
Ability to obtain Dam Tenders Certificate within 6 months of hire. (Training will be provided.)
We provide equal employment opportunities in hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, and all other employment decisions. These opportunities and other conditions of employment are extended to qualified applicants and employees without regard to an individual’s ancestry, race, color, religious creed, sex, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity (including transgender) or expression, age, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, military or veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.
