Water Technician 1

🔍 Land, Buildings and Real Estate, Stanford, California, United States

📁: Facilities

📅   : Feb 29, 2024 Post Date

📅   : 102410 Requisition #

This position is represented by SEIU Local 2007 and the collective bargaining agreement between the university and SEIU Local 2007 governs the terms and conditions of employment.

Welcome to Land, Buildings & Real Estate
Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) is the operational core of Stanford University’s physical campus. LBRE constructs and maintains the Stanford campus, where advancements across the academic spectrum are made possible. Our work is founded upon the collective value of dedication, innovation, expertise, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We are committed to serving the university’s academic mission, as well as preserving and enhancing Stanford’s 8,180 acres, and pride ourselves on supporting the teaching and research of the university as “Caretakers of a Legacy."

The Water Resources and Civil Infrastructure group manages and maintains Stanford's civil infrastructure: water, sewer, and storm drainage systems, in conjunction with an extensive water efficiency and stewardship program, which focuses on sustainable water use by managing available resources to meet University needs and preserving ecological systems to maintain these vital resources for future generations.

What you will do in this role:
This position reports to the Associate Director, Water Systems Operations, who manages the Water Shop in the Water Resources and Civil Infrastructure Group in the Sustainability and Energy Management department. The Water Shop technician under the direction of a lead or supervisor, performs preventive maintenance, overhaul, and repair of a variety of pumps and control devices; isolation of failures and shut-down of system or a portion thereof in emergency and non-emergency situations; water purification and sanitation, in accordance with state laws; operation of water storage facilities and distribution components. The work also involves water quality monitoring and construction, repair and inspection of water systems and general vigilance of everyday operations and potential problems.

Characteristic duties:

Operate, maintain, and repair control devices such as pressure regulators, distribution valves, automatic control flume gates, and backflow and check valves to assure proper water distribution and system cross-connections.
Operate, maintain and repair well pumps and machinery.
Program, maintain and repair water meters.
Calculate and accomplish proper dosage of chlorine for purposes of water sanitation, purification, and treatment in accordance with state law.
Draw and test water samples for regulatory compliance; take samples to outside laboratory as required.
Locate underground lines using electronic pipe locator prior to excavation; ensure that distribution valves are not covered or buried after paving or excavation.
Flush segments of system to eliminate deposits or sediment.
Isolate and shut down affected portions of system for repairs in such a manner as to minimize inconvenience to users; notify users of such occurrences.
Oversee water system repairs or additions by contractors to assure integrity of the system, measure and map new additions.
Patrol and inspect as necessary wells, reservoirs, lakes, pumping stations, lake spill boards and pipelines.
Receive and investigate complaints from users.
Participate in trainee instruction.
Provide on-site guidance for labor crews and plumbers.
Respond to emergency calls for water systems at night and on weekends and holidays.
Adhere to safety rules.

The successful candidate will embrace the following:
LBRE Core Values of Leadership, Exploration, Gratitude, Accountability, Community and You, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in their management style and help to build an organization where these qualities serve as the foundation for successful and rewarding careers for all employees.
LBRE views a strong culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion as one where everyone can thrive. It is a culture of trust and respect, where staff can be their authentic selves, feel safe and work in a place that they feel they belong. We strive to create a community that draws upon a wide pool of talent to unify excellence while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

To be successful in this role you must bring:

High School diploma or GED equivalent and three years of skilled maintenance work experience, or combination of education and relevant experience some of which included responsibility for water system operations.
Employees in this classification must have a comprehensive working knowledge of the general principles of water storage, production and distribution.
Demonstrated strong communications skills (both verbal and written). Ability to understand and follow job-related instructions given in English, either verbally or in writing.
Proficiency in essential computer skills, including but not limited to email, Excel, Word, and utilization of diverse reporting systems.
Demonstrated comfort and proficiency in working with technology and various work applications.
Must be willing/able to wear a respirator and pass annual pulmonary function medical and auditory testing, fitness testing and training.
Sufficient experience and mechanical and plumbing skills and aptitude to work independently and without assistance.
Ability to operate or learn to operate, maintain, and repair wells, pumps, water valves, pressure regulators, water meters, flumes and flume gates, chlorinators.
Familiarity with state and local regulations governing water disinfection, distribution, and cross connection controls.

Certificates and Licenses required:

Valid California noncommercial Class C Driver License.
Have and maintain California DWR (Dept. of Water Resources) certificate G2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate.
Ability to obtain and maintain within 24 months the AWWA (American Water Works Association) Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certificate.
California DWR (Dept. of Water Resources) certificate G2 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate preferred.
AWWA Cross Connection Control Inspector certificate preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to maintain a California Noncommercial Class C Driver License.
Must be physically able to move manhole covers, operate valves and access trenches and manholes.
Must be able to wear a respirator and pass annual function medical and auditory testing, fitness testing and training.
Constantly utilizing light/ fine grasping.
Frequently stand/walk, grasp forcefully, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 21- 40 pounds.
Occasionally perform seated work, kneel/crawl/twist/bend/stoop/ squat/reach work above shoulders.
Perform desk-based computer tasks, use a telephone and sort file paperwork or parts.
Rarely climb, lift/carry/pull objects up to 40 pounds.

Working Conditions:

Able to work any day of the week and at all hours to cover emergencies. Able to work overtime, evenings, and weekends, including holidays, sometimes in inclement weather conditions.
Able to receive phone calls and respond when able on rotating basis referred to as beeper duty.
Required to wear appropriate issued uniform.
Required to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
May be exposed to noise greater than 80db TWA, biohazards, asbestos, and heavy metals.
May work in confined spaces or at heights from 4- 10. Feet.

Work Standards:

When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/ and the appropriate collective bargaining agreement at https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/working-stanford/policies/labor-relations-collective-bargaining/seiu-higher-education-workers-local

Note: Not all unique aspects of the job are covered by this job description.

Compensation:
The expected pay range for this position is $50.40 - $61.01 per hour. Placement in the pay range is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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