Operations Engineer

POSITION DEFINITION: 

Operations Engineer Provides technical assistance and support with primary focus on resolving operational problems and optimizing the efficiency of water system operations. Responsible for water loss control activities, including water audits, leak detection, etc. Supervises Engineering Technicians or others in the collection, organization, archiving and distribution of engineering and operations records including system maps, production statistics, and fire flow records. 

Accountability 

The Operations Engineer reports to the General Manager and coordinates with the Manager of Technical Services when and where appropriate. The position supports District Operations and is accountable for the preparation, collection, organization, archiving and distribution of engineering, operations and water loss control records. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

* Analyze system operations to identify operational changes that will improve service and improve system efficiency. 

* Utilizes hydraulic models to assist in analyzing water system operations. 

* Prepare recommendations to resolve water system operational problems. 

* Prepare system wide and plant specific operational memos and provides updated information for plant site plans, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), and schematics.Analyze treatment system operations and identify process changes to achieve and maintain treatment process optimization. 

* Prepare technical reports and coordinates with superintendents on supply forecasts and budgets. 

* Select replacement pumps, motors and control valves. 

* Review and approve the work of Engineering Technicians including fire flow test reports and substructure requests. 

* Reviews all system additions, upgrades and modifications within the district. 

* Oversee and prioritize system water audits and leak detection to ensure district systems are in compliance with regulatory requirements governing water loss. 

* Review and approve 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. 

* Manage employee’s career development profiles and prepare appropriate reports as necessary. 

* Communicate 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.