Barlow Water Improvement District (BWID)
Job Posting: Water Systems Operator

Job Title: Water Systems Operator
Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly
Date: 04/01/2025
Reports To: Board of Directors (Primary direction from Chairman; in absence, reports to Co-Chairman, Treasurer, or designated Board Member)

Primary Job Purpose

The Water Systems Operator is responsible for managing field operations and maintaining the BWID water systems. This includes ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient service while maintaining compliance with BWID Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws, and Rules and Regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and maintain BWID water systems, buildings, wells, equipment, and assets.

• Manage equipment warranties and resolve related issues.

• Procure and maintain necessary equipment and materials for system maintenance and repairs.

• Coordinate with contractors for system repairs and maintenance.

• Manage contracts and vendor relationships.

• Develop and track annual and long-term budgets and plans for system performance, maintenance, and upgrades.

• Maintain records and submit reports to state and local authorities.

• Conduct required testing and ensure timely submission of results to regulatory agencies.

• Compile and distribute the annual Consumer Confidence Report and semiannual newsletter.

• Read and monitor water meters, reporting any system issues.

• Coordinate responses to water emergencies, which may involve working in extreme conditions.

• Provide daily reports to the Board of Directors.

• Stay updated with industry standards and maintain professional relationships with other water system operators.

• Obtain and maintain all required certifications for testing and system maintenance.

• On-call 24/7 for water emergencies.

  Call (541) 544-2920 or email lauriebwid@gmail.com for more information.

  Address: 106A N Morrow Rd, Tygh Valley OR 97063 near Pine Hollow Reservoir