Water Distribution Services Specialist

Salary : $7,575.14 - $9,207.63 Monthly Location : Azusa, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 26-07 Department: Light & Water Division: Water Opening Date: 03/11/2026 Closing Date: 4/1/2026 5:30 PM Pacific Definition The City of Azusa Light & Water Department is now hiring a Water Distribution Services Specialist! SALARY & BENEFIT INFORMATION $43.70 - $53.12 Hourly $7,575.14 - $9,207.63 Monthly $90,901.68 - $110,491.56 Annually Generous Monthly Flexible Benefit Plan Contribution for Medical Benefits. Bilingual Incentive Pay, City Paid Deferred Compensation, Tuition Reimbursement Program,& so much more!

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Online applications will be accepted beginning Wednesday , March 11, 2026 through Wednesday , April 01, 2026 OR until 100 applications are received, whichever comes first. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close without notice on the day the department's needs have been met. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

Applications for this position will not be accepted once the recruitment closes. DEFINITION Under general supervision, performs specialized tasks for the Water Utility and the Water Utility's consumers; monitors and maintains cross connection, backflow device testing, review of consumer backflow test data, hydraulic fire flow tests, and system construction inspections; prepares and maintains records and reports for plumbing inspections, repairs and maintenance and general warehouse accounting; performs related duties as required. Essential Functions CLASS CHARACTERISTICS The Water Distribution Services Specialist is journey-level classification assigned to the Water Distribution division within the City of Azusa.

The incumbent performs specialized, complex, activities in repair and maintenance of hydraulics, gauges, valves, plumbing installations, cross connections, and backflow characterizations. The Water Distribution Services Specialist is additionally tasked with preparing and maintaining a variety of records and documents relating to inventory control, inspection reports and purchased materials. SUPERVISION EXCERCISED Receives supervision from the Water Distribution Superintendent; exercises no supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Plans, implements and administers a cross connection control and back flow prevention program. Administers and monitors hydraulic fire flow inspection and testing program. Oversees and organizes warehouse water equipment and appurtenances inventory for the water utility.

Prepares and maintains records and logs of test device calibration; monitors and maintains water utility special operations equipment and gauges. Assists in providing work direction to division employees performing tasks related to this position; trains employees in the proper and safe use of equipment, testing tools, and facilities. Responds to emergencies; performs a regularly scheduled standby shift as assigned.

Performs related duties as required. Qualification Guidelines QUALIFICATIONS Education and/or Experience Education : HS/GED with course work in applied mechanics, or equivalent. Experience : Three (3) years on cross connection control or back flow prevention work in the water technology field, to include implementation of a cross connection control program, and hydraulic monitoring program and/or a warehouse support service program.

Licenses or Certification Possession of, or to obtain during the probationary period, and ability to maintain a valid Class B California Driver's License with Air Brakes and Tankers Endorsements and a satisfactory driving record. State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade D3 certificate. AWWA or University of Southern California (USC) Cross Connection Control Program Specialist certification.

L.A. County Public Health Licensed Backflow Tester Certificate. State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade T2 Certificate is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge Maintenance and repair of systems, plumbing, and a variety of gauges used in the detection of back flow conditions in the operation of a water distribution system. Procedures, methods and use of diagnostic equipment. General special services practice.

Ability Accurately read gauges, charts and testing equipment. Maintain a variety of specialized water utility service programs for the utility consumers. Maintain records.

Inspect, operate, diagnose problems, and perform preventative maintenance on special water utility devices and equipment. Identify unsafe working conditions, correct defects and document prevention Recognize hazardous material conditions. Read, understand and interpret maps, blueprints and schematics.

Calibrate special equipment. Follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively with a variety of personnel and establish/maintain effective working relationships.

Work independently and safely. Understand, explain and apply policies and procedures. Special Requirements/Physical, Mental, Environmental Conditions MARGINAL FUNCTIONS These are position functions which may be changed, deleted, or reassigned to accommodate an individual with a disability.

Environmental Conditions Work is performed in an office setting and in the field. Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends from time-to-time. Performs a regularly scheduled standby shift as assigned.

Physical Conditions Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time. Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist. Lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight.

Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard. Verbally communicate to exchange information. Some requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS: All applicants are required to submit a complete City application at www.azusaca.gov/jobs . Applications must be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a City employment application. Applications that are submitted without a resume, or have unanswered supplemental questions, may be deemed incomplete.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer) : Online applications will be reviewed for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to perform the essential functions of this job. Only those candidates whose applications indicate that they are most qualified will be invited to continue in the recruitment process. Examination Process (Oral Interview) : Candidates will be interviewed and rated by a qualification appraisal panel of subject knowledge experts.

Each candidate's rating will be based on responses to a series of structured questions designed to elicit the candidates' qualifications for the job. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list. As vacancies occur throughout the City of Azusa within this classification, candidates may be referred to the hiring department.

In accordance with the , examinations may consist of one or more selection techniques, including but not limited to: Application Evaluation (Qualifying), Written Exam, and/or Panel Oral Interview. The City of Azusa is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. The City of Azusa does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (including gender and pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, age, or sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, transgender or heterosexuality) status in employment or the provision of services.

Please be advised that as an employee of the City of Azusa, your job could be modified as part of the City's obligation to reasonably accommodate a disabled employee. The City is dedicated to making its programs, services and activities accessible to individuals with qualified disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete the employment application and/or participate in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at (626) 812-5183 prior to the filing deadline.

We will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO APPLY FOR A CAREER OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF AZUSA! The City of Azusa offers a wide-variety of Benefits, including: 4/10 work schedule CalPERS Retirement City-Paid Deferred Compensation Health Reimbursement Account contribution Education Incentive Bi-lingual Pay Longevity Premium $1,700 monthly Flexible Benefit/Medical Contribution (with cash-in-lieu for opt-out option) A variety of options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance along with supplemental insurance, such as Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts, Critical Illness, Accident Only, and many more.

Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement at 100% of Cal State rate 11 City-paid Holidays and generous Sick, Vacation, Flexible Holiday, and Bereavement Leaves For specific details on Local 18 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) benefits, please visit MOU Term: August 1, 2025 through June 30, 2029 01 Do you have a High School diploma or equivalent? Yes No 02 Have you completed any coursework in applied mechanics or equivalent? Yes No 03 Do you have a current and valid Class B California Driver's License with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsements and a satisfactory driving record?

If yes, please attach. Yes No No, but I am able to obtain during probationary period 04 Which of the following current certificates do you posses: SELECT ALL THAT APPLY, COPIES MUST BE ATTACHED State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade D3 certificate. AWWA or University of Southern California (USC) Cross Connection Control Program Specialist certification.

L.A. County Public Health Licensed Backflow Tester Certificate. State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade T2 Certificate.

None of the above. 05 Please select all programs you have experience implementing. Cross connection control Hydraulic monitoring Warehouse support service None of the above 06 How many years of experience do you have in cross connection control? More than 5 years 3-5 years 1-2 years Less than 1 year No experience 07 How many years of experience do you have in back flow prevention in the water technology field?

More than 5 years 3-5 years 1-2 years Less than 1 year No experience 08 Did you attach all the required licenses and certifications? Yes No 09 A resume must be submitted along with your online application to be considered. Applicants without a resume will be automatically disqualified from the recruitment process.

I acknowledge that I must attach a current resume to be considered for the position, if no resume is attached, I will be disqualified from this recruitment process. Required Question