Job Title: Water Distribution Technician Career Type: Location: Bakersfield, CA Bolthouse Farms is a farm located in California's fertile San Joaquin Valley, known for high-quality consumer brands and innovative products. Bolthouse Farms is a market share leader in growing and distributing carrots. In addition, Bolthouse Farms produces and sells super-premium juices, smoothies, protein shakes and café beverages under the Bolthouse Farms® brand name. In recent years, Bolthouse Farms diversified its offerings by launching a line of premium refrigerated yogurt dressings and extra virgin olive oil vinaigrettes. The Bolthouse Farms mission is to change the way people consume healthy foods and beverages. The company was acquired by Campbell Soup Company on Aug. 6, 2012. To learn more about the company's mission and see the entire line of current products, visit www.bolthouse.com Join the company that was named a top food innovator by Fast Company Magazine! Read the article here! JOB DESCRIPTION: The Water Distribution Tech operates and troubleshoots all water distribution systems, chemical generation and distribution equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for various duties pertaining to the distribution of potable, process, cooling water, and other various water conditioning systems. JOB DUTIES: Operates and troubleshoots all facets of Water Distribution systems and related equipment Operates and maintains various chemical generation, distribution systems Adjusts, calibrates, and troubleshoots related instrumentation equipment Monitors fire suppression system Maintains potable water distribution system and related record keeping, written and on the computer Assists in the installation, and implementation of new equipment and related systems Monitors gauges, indictors, and related instrumentation and maintain records as necessary, pertaining to systems Collects samples and tests for contents Troubleshoot issues with Cooling tower, RO system, Ozone system and Condensers Replaces and repairs PVC systems Receives chemical loads in bulk and handles chemical inventory Mixes chemicals as necessary to properly treat water Pull samples for grease and oil from the sewer water and turn on the composite samplers Responsible for the maintenance of water sewers Performs other various duties as assigned by Supervisor in support of Water Distribution operations REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to communicate effectively in English in both written and oral forms Good mathematical skills Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics and sketches Ability to work with minimal supervision Basic knowledge of water chemistry and other basic chemical principles MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma and/or GED with one year of verifiable work experience in a water related field Must possess a Water Distribution Operator Certificate, minimum classification: D-1 approved by the State Water Resources Control Board Valid CA Drivers License PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior experience in Water Distribution/Treatment preferred Water Distribution Operator Certificate, minimum classification: D-2 approved by the State Water Resources Control Board PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Use of hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls Must wear a respirator Required to stand for prolonged periods of time Regularly required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch and climb stairs Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds HOURS & WORKDAYS: 2nd shift, Tuesday through Saturday (3:00pm-11:30pm) when business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.