What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Worker position at California Water Service?
Job Description:
The Utility Worker (UW) performs relief work under various field operations classifications.In addition, a Utility Worker fulfills various aspects of maintenance operations. This includes, change, clean and replace meters, and meter boxes, assist in repair and perform maintenance on water mains, service lines, street/sidewalks, and fire hydrants; clean and paint station/treatment plant equipment and appurtenances. This position is located in Livermore, CA.
Essential Functions:
Performs relief work under various field operations classifications
Change and replace 5/8” thru 1” size meters and meter box lids and covers
Clean out 5/8” through 1” size meter box
Assist to flush and perform maintenance on all necessary functions of mains, which includes operation system valves
Assist in setting, replacing, or removing 1-1/2” and 2” size meters
Notify for shutdowns
General maintenance of company’s facilities
Collect water samples to a minor extent
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Adjust or replace meter boxes as necessary
Performs work onsite in the assigned office location
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
A UW must be able to effectively communicate with their supervisor, co-workers, and the public
Have the ability to perform basic mathematic functions to calculate figures; and have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent, possess a valid California Class C Driver’s license, and be insurable under the Company’s policy
A UW must have a working knowledge of basic features of word processing programs (e.g., Microsoft Word) and electronic mail processing programs (e.g., Microsoft Outlook)
Employee must be able to work without supervision and respond appropriately to feedback, evaluation, coaching, counseling, and/or discipline
The job entails an understanding and knowledge of water quality specifications for chlorine content, pH, water temperature, other essential water quality parameters, as well as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) rules and regulations
California State Water Distribution Operator II certification is required
Salary Range: $40.78 - $46.83
Deadline to submit resume is Monday, March 24, 2025
The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.
Salary : $41 - $47
