Collection System Worker I

California Water Environment Association Inc; Novato (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding Benefits Package

CalPERS retirement options

Deferred compensation plans

Health/Insurance Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays / floating holidays

Job summary

The Novato Sanitary District is seeking a qualified Collection System Worker I to perform maintenance, inspection, cleaning, and repairs on wastewater collection and reclamation systems, pump stations, and treatment facilities.

Ideal candidates will have basic maintenance experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and eligibility to work in the United States; CDL is preferred and residency within a 30-minute drive is desired for after-hours calls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic work experience in general maintenance operations.
• Eligibility to work in the United States under federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of wastewater collection and reclamation systems.
• Inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and repairs on lines, pump stations, and treatment facilities.
• Perform duties as required in line with policies and procedures.

Skills

CDL

Public service mindset

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

A CAREER THAT KEEPS COMMUNITIES RUNNING

The Novato Sanitary District is seeking qualified candidates for a

COLLECTION SYSTEM WORKER I

Salary

$7,033 - $8,549 Monthly

$40.58 - $49.32 Hourly

9/80 Work Schedule

Plus an OUTSTANDING Benefits Package

Deadline to apply: Monday, October 19, 2026 12:00 PM

The Novato Sanitary District is seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and results-oriented professional to join its team as a Collection System Worker I.

The Collection System Worker I performs a full array of duties, including the maintenance of wastewater collection and reclamation systems, including inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and repairs on lines, pump stations, and treatment facilities. The selected candidate will demonstrate a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties; perform other related duties as required.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and consistently apply appropriate safety practices.


• Maintain high ethical and professional standards and take pride in delivering quality work.


• Be customer-focused and service-oriented, with a strong understanding of public service and a commitment to responding effectively to emergencies and maintenance needs.


• Quickly establish trust and credibility with others and address questions, concerns, and issues professionally and respectfully.


• Be eager to learn and continuously develop technical knowledge and skills.


• Take initiative, remain organized, and ensure assignments are completed accurately and on schedule.


• Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).


• Live within a thirty-minute driving radius from the Treatment Plant for responding to after-hours call-outs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Collection Systems Worker I

Some basic work experience in general maintenance operations and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Other Qualifications:

• Live within a thirty-minute driving radius from the Treatment Plant for responding to after-hours call-outs if required.


• Eligibility to work in the United States under appropriate federal regulations.

The Novato Sanitary District offers a competitive benefits package, including choices among plan options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and CalPERS long-term care insurance.

Retirement

CalPERS membership:

• \"Classic\" (Pre-2013)—2% @ 60, 36-month formula


• \"New or PEPRA\" (1/1/2013 and after)—2% @ 62, 36-month formula

Retirement Health Savings Account—District contributes 1.5% of base salary

Deferred Compensation Plans

• 457(b) and Roth 457(b) plans with employer match

Health/ Insurance Benefits

The District currently pays 100% of the premiums for employees and eligible dependents:

• Selection of health care plans through CalPERS, up to the cost of the CalPERS Kaiser North Plan


• Dental care plan from Delta Dental


• Vision care plan from VSP


• $50,000 term life insurance policy


• Long-term disability insurance


• State Disability Insurance and Paid Family Leave

Leave Benefits

The District provides paid vacation, accrued at 6.67 hours per month for the first three years, increasing thereafter in accordance with the District’s Personnel Rules and Regulations. Note: vacation leave may not be used until completion of at least six months of continuous service with the District.

• Paid Sick Leave- 96 hours per year, accrued monthly


• 12 paid holidays per year, plus 2 floating holidays after a year of service.


• Compensatory Time Off (Nonexempt Employees)—Nonexempt employees may elect up to 80 hours of compensatory time off per year as compensation for overtime.

Schedule

9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off. After-hours as needed for emergencies.

THE NOVATO SANITARY DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER