WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR I (BC-09) Apply
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Position Information
$5,389/month
Operates, through telemetering and supervisory controls from the control center for the island-wide water system, electrically-operated water pumping stations, auxiliary equipment, and distribution system equipment on an assigned shift; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancy Information:
There is one (1) vacancy with the Board of Water Supply, located in Honolulu. The position participates and assists the Water Systems Operator II with the operation of the Water Systems Control Center and the Departments after-hours headquarters, on an assigned shift; as required, assists a journeyman mechanic installing, repairing, overhauling and maintaining pumping plant and water systems equipment; performs various unskilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance of buildings, reservoirs and related water systems structures. Rotating shift, holiday, and weekend work required. Work schedules are eight hours per day, five days per week, on one of the following work shifts: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Special Working Conditions: Heavy machinery, high voltage electricity, chlorine gas, moving machinery, working scaffolds.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used to fill current and future vacancies in this department.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online by March 23, 2024, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to e-mail notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to competently perform the journey-level skills and duties of this position, or which show equivalent competence in the operation of pumping plant, power plant, marine engine room, or related industrial-type equipment.
Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of practices and procedures used in the operation of pumping plant equipment; types and functions of machinery and equipment used in a pumping station; and principles and practices of elementary electricity and hydraulics. Additionally, such experience must have demonstrated the ability to operate electrical pumping units, auxiliary equipment, and distribution system equipment; and read meters and gauges, record readings, and prepare and keep operational records.
Examination Process
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your training, education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Training and Experience Evaluation..........................................100%
650 South King Street, 10th Floor
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813
Position Information
$5,389/month
Operates, through telemetering and supervisory controls from the control center for the island-wide water system, electrically-operated water pumping stations, auxiliary equipment, and distribution system equipment on an assigned shift; and performs other related duties as required.
Current Vacancy Information:
There is one (1) vacancy with the Board of Water Supply, located in Honolulu. The position participates and assists the Water Systems Operator II with the operation of the Water Systems Control Center and the Departments after-hours headquarters, on an assigned shift; as required, assists a journeyman mechanic installing, repairing, overhauling and maintaining pumping plant and water systems equipment; performs various unskilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance of buildings, reservoirs and related water systems structures. Rotating shift, holiday, and weekend work required. Work schedules are eight hours per day, five days per week, on one of the following work shifts: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Special Working Conditions: Heavy machinery, high voltage electricity, chlorine gas, moving machinery, working scaffolds.
If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used to fill current and future vacancies in this department.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online by March 23, 2024, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- are subscribed to e-mail notices;
- check your spam folders; and
- add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to competently perform the journey-level skills and duties of this position, or which show equivalent competence in the operation of pumping plant, power plant, marine engine room, or related industrial-type equipment.
Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of practices and procedures used in the operation of pumping plant equipment; types and functions of machinery and equipment used in a pumping station; and principles and practices of elementary electricity and hydraulics. Additionally, such experience must have demonstrated the ability to operate electrical pumping units, auxiliary equipment, and distribution system equipment; and read meters and gauges, record readings, and prepare and keep operational records.
Examination Process
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your training, education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Training and Experience Evaluation..........................................100%
To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page.
- All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
