Golden State Water Company · 15 hours ago
Operations Engineer (6.26)
San Dimas, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$116K/yr - $162K/yr
6+ years expGolden State Water Company is one of the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United States, delivering quality water to over 1 million people. The Operations Engineer role focuses on resolving operational problems, optimizing water system efficiency, and coordinating with various teams to ensure accurate system information and compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Responsibilities
Analyzes system operations to identify operational changes that will improve service and improve system efficiency
Assist in forecasting water demands including seasonal and diurnal fluctuations; analyze system operations using hydraulic models and other computer programs
Utilizes hydraulic models to assist in analyzing water system operations
Prepares recommendations to resolve water system operational problems
Prepares system-wide and plant specific operational memos and provides updated information for plant site plans, Operations, Maintenance, and Monitoring Plans (OMMP), and schematics
Analyzes treatment system operations and identify process changes to achieve and maintain treatment process optimization
Prepares technical reports and coordinates with superintendents on supply forecasts and budgets
Selects replacement pumps, motors and control valves
Reviews and approves the work of subordinates (Associate/Assistant Operating Engineers and/or Engineering Technicians) including fire flow test reports and substructure requests
Reviews all system additions, upgrades and modifications within the district
Oversees and prioritizes system water audits and leak detection to ensure district systems are in compliance with regulatory requirements governing water loss
Reviews and approves the work of third parties providing Water Loss Control services, including system water audits and leak detection and proper accounting of water use in each system
Manages employee’s career development profiles and prepare appropriate reports as necessary
Communicates orally and in writing in the English language with customers, clients, and the public face-to-face, in group settings
May be required to make public appearances in the evenings and to work on holidays and weekends. May be required to respond to emergencies
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A minimum of six (6) years or experience in performing complex work in the areas of water supply and water distribution operations, engineering and construction activities
Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time
Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and other applicable software
Working knowledge of principles and practices of water operations, planning and management, including use analysis and forecasting
Familiar with CPUC, SWRCB, RWQCB, fire department and other agency regulations as they pertain to water operations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinate staff, peers, professional associates and with the general public
Flexible, thoughtful, accountable, and passionate about work
Willingness to learn
Excellent customer service support and interventions with a ‘can-do' attitude
Direct experience in water system operations
Preferred
Registration as a Professional Civil or Mechanical Engineer in the State of California preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans with the Company currently paying 85% of the monthly premium for employees and their eligible dependents
Paid vacation and sick time
Twelve Company paid holidays per year
401(k) retirement plan
Defined Contribution Profit Sharing retirement plan
Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending plans
Company
Golden State Water Company
Founded in 1929, Golden State Water Company (Golden State Water) is an investor-owned public utility that provides water service to more than 1 million customers in over 80 communities in Northern, Coastal and Southern California.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$200M2023-06-28Debt Financing· $200M
Leadership Team
Byron Rozul, PHR, CCP, CBP, SHRM-CP
Human Capital Business Partner
Recent News
2025-11-05
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