WATER SYSTEM OPERATOR II

As a part of the Torrance Municipal Water Division, the Water System Operator II is a journey level position that performs a full range of complex skilled work in the installation, repair and replacement of the City's water system, including water mains, valves, water service lines, hydrants and/or meters; drives and operates heavy equipment, including a backhoe, boom truck, and dump truck to perform excavations and clean up at work sites; Investigates leaks ranging from meter leaks to large main leaks and determines the level of repairs needed; and may provide training and technical supervision to lower level Water System Operators. Torrance Municipal Water is a leading water agency in the South Bay that prides itself on serving its customers in a cost-effective manner, with a reliable supply of high-quality water, essential to maintaining public health and safety, economic vitality, and community well-being.

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IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION.

                                                                                                                                                            

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The Department
The Public Works Department's Division of Torrance Municipal Water (TMW) is a full service water agency with approximately 26,500 service connections that provides both retail and wholesale water service to approximately 80% of the City. Torrance Municipal Water is a leading water agency in the South Bay that prides itself on serving its customers in a cost-effective manner, with a reliable supply of high-quality water, essential to maintaining public health and safety, economic vitality, and community well-being.

The Position
As a part of the Torrance Municipal Water Division, theWater System Operator II  is a journey level position that performs a full range of complex skilled work in the installation, repair and replacement of the City's water system, including water mains, valves, water service lines, hydrants and/or meters; drives and operates heavy equipment, including a backhoe, boom truck, and dump truck to perform excavations and clean up at work sites; Investigates leaks ranging from meter leaks to large main leaks and determines the level of repairs needed; and may provide training and technical supervision to lower level Water System Operators.