Maintenance Worker I
About The Position
This recruitment will result in an eligible list of candidates to be used to fill future regular and temporary vacancies. The in-person written exam for this recruitment is scheduled for October 28, October 29, and October 30, 2026. The Maintenance Worker I is the entry-level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class typically have little or no directly related work experience. The Maintenance Worker I is distinguished from the II level by the performance of less than the full range of duties assigned to the II level. Receives immediate supervision from an assigned supervisor and may receive technical and functional supervision from a Service Worker.
Requirements
- Basic mechanical and hydraulic principles.
- Basic tools used in maintenance and construction activities.
- Basic principles of plumbing.
- Methods for the maintenance and repair of pipelines and canals.
- Basic mathematics.
- Fundamental safe work practices.
- Modern office equipment including use of word processing, database and spreadsheet applications.
- Principles and practices of customer service.
- Learn skilled pipeline and canal installation, repair and maintenance practices.
- Learn to interpret maps and drawings.
- Learn to safety operate hand and power tools.
- Understand and carry out written and verbal instructions.
- Learn and apply safe work practices.
- Perform physical work requiring considerable manual dexterity.
- Safely operate a motor vehicle and other work related equipment.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- No experience required.
- Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
- Possession and maintenance of a valid California driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Responsibilities
- Learn skilled pipeline and canal work by assisting higher skilled employees.
- Assist in the repair and maintenance of treated water facilities.
- Measure, cut and join pipes.
- Learn to locate, repair and replace broken or leaky water lines and water meters.
- Tap water mains.
- Learn to install, inspect and perform minor repairs to hydrant valves, meters and related equipment.
- Learn to locate valves, meters and hydrants from maps, drawings and sketches.
- Remove trees and rocks from ditches.
- Assist in building, installing and repairing bridges, flumes, spill structures, water boxes, trash racks, carry overs and related canal appurtenurtenances.
- Observe proper safety precautions and maintains tools, supplies and equipment, and the worksite in a safe condition.
- Assist Service Workers by setting up and placing traffic warning devices and assist in preparing the work site.
- Perform occasional landscaping and grounds maintenance activities, including mowing, trimming, pruning, edging, and general upkeep of agency facilities, rights-of-way, canals, reservoirs, and pump stations.
- Occasionally assist in managing vegetation and weed control by using various equipment and techniques, such as mechanical removal and safe application of herbicides and algaecides, in compliance with regulatory standards and Agency policies.
- Learn to operate and maintain landscaping equipment, conduct routine inspections, cleaning, and minor repairs to ensure proper functioning.
- Submit chemical use reports, application rates, treatment areas, and usage in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Clean up the work area after the job is completed.
- May drive service vehicles to and from the job.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other Agency employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
