Temporary Operations & Maintenance Worker

Crescenta Valley Water District•La Crescenta-Montrose, CA

18h

About The Position

This temporary position provides broad exposure to field operations and maintenance for water distribution and wastewater collection systems. Under the supervision of the Construction Supervisor and the Operations & Maintenance Manager, the worker performs construction, maintenance, and operation tasks for a water and wastewater utility system. Temporary employment may not exceed twelve months. The work includes assisting crews with installation of water services, sewer cleaning, and maintenance of water distribution and storage facilities. Duties also include excavation and pavement repair; operating and maintaining utility vehicles, machinery, tools, and equipment; installing and repairing pipes and fittings; maintaining fire hydrants and other structures; checking and replacing water meters; performing leak tests and utility locating; turning street valves; and responding to emergencies. The worker also performs manual labor, assists with inventory and vehicle supplies, follows safety precautions, and helps set up and break down temporary traffic control. Work is primarily field-based and may involve outdoor exposure, confined spaces, heights, heat, humidity, wetness, noise, slippery surfaces, dust, oil or grease, and electrical panels. The role requires physical labor, including lifting and maneuvering equipment and parts weighing 50 pounds or more, and may occasionally involve overtime, weekends, or changes in working hours based on District needs.

Requirements

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License; failure to obtain or maintain the license may be cause for termination.
A driving record free of multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents for two consecutive years.
Basic understanding of construction, mechanics, and the use of tools and equipment.
Ability to gain the confidence and cooperation of colleagues.
Ability to perform basic work assignments in installation, maintenance, and repair of water service systems and meters and sewer maintenance.
Ability to operate motor vehicles and power-driven equipment used in water and wastewater service work.
Ability to deal respectfully and courteously with the public.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Basic knowledge of materials and equipment used in water service installation.
Knowledge of maintenance and repair work on water meters.
Knowledge of the proper use of tools, materials, and equipment used to accomplish assigned duties.
Basic mathematics and record-keeping knowledge.
Knowledge of proper work safety standards.
Ability to carry, push, pull, reach, lift, and maneuver equipment and parts weighing up to 50 pounds or more; stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, and stand or walk for extended periods.
Ability to work in environments with exposure to dust, dirt, chemicals, and significant temperature changes, including heat and cold.
Ability to communicate orally with District staff face-to-face and use a telephone and handheld or other reading and metering devices regularly.
Ability to use office equipment such as computer terminals, copiers, and fax machines.
Hearing and vision within normal ranges, with or without correction.
Flexibility, adaptability, teamwork, and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Distribution 1 or higher certification issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
Possession of a Collection Systems 1 or higher certification issued by the California Water Environmental Association.

Responsibilities

Work as part of a crew installing water services, cleaning sewers, and maintaining related water distribution and storage facilities, including gate valves, fire hydrants, meter connections, angle stops, service pipes, and corporation stops.
Break pavement and excavate for water mains, water services, and related facilities; backfill and compact trenches and apply premixed asphalt for temporary patching.
Operate utility trucks, hydro-excavation trucks, tapping and boring machines, jackhammers, and portable or bench-mounted power tools; maintain and repair tools and equipment.
Cut and assemble steel water mains, fittings, and appurtenances; install plastic pipe and service fittings.
Clean and paint fire hydrants, buildings, reservoirs, and other structures; tap water mains for service installation.
Check water meters for malfunction and install new or reconditioned meters.
Clean and care for tools on service trucks and keep records of meter replacements.
Perform leak tests to locate leaks in service lines.
Perform Underground Service Alerts (USA) locating and turn valves in the street.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and the public.
Perform manual labor, including digging trenches, exposing and repairing pipelines or service laterals, hauling material, and cleaning work sites.
Assist with inventory and maintain parts and equipment availability on service vehicles; identify parts and equipment and perform parts assembly.
Use proper safety precautions for all work, including confined-space entry, and assist with setup and breakdown of temporary traffic control.
Respond to emergencies as required.