Desert Operations & Guest Services Assistant

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California; Parker Dam (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical

401(k) matching

457 plan

Public retirement system benefits

Transit accessible location

Job summary

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Assistant (Guest Services) at Gene Camp, Parker Dam, CA. Role covers janitorial, kitchen, and light labor tasks within a desert region facility; part-time 3/10 schedule with weekend requirements during inspection seasons.

You will support dining services, housekeeping, and general labor while ensuring safety, cleanliness, and efficient operations across multiple desert facilities.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License (or equivalent) at time of application.
• Willingness to travel across Desert Region facilities.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide janitorial upkeep for Desert Region facilities, kitchens, dormitories, guest lodges, and common areas.
• Assist in food preparation and serving meals in designated dining facilities; ensure sanitation and safety.
• Support cross-functional teams with general labor tasks, equipment upkeep, and inventory handling.
• Flexibly work across multiple regional facilities; maintain cleanliness, safety, and readiness for peak operations.

Skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Clear communication

Teamwork

Office equipment

Independent work

Mobility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking an Operations and Maintenance Assistant (Guest Services) at Gene Camp, Parker Dam, CA. Role covers janitorial, kitchen, and light labor tasks within a desert region facility; part-time 3/10 schedule with weekend requirements during inspection seasons.

You will support dining services, housekeeping, and general labor while ensuring safety, cleanliness, and efficient operations across multiple desert facilities.