HYDROELECTRIC PLANT TECHNICIAN SUPERVISOR

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of California, Department of Water Resources, seeks a Hydroelectric Plant Technician Supervisor in Pearblossom. You will oversee technical work across control, electrical, and mechanical systems at hydroelectric facilities, and perform SAP-based administrative duties including time approvals and reports.

The role requires strong leadership, project management, and hands-on experience with SCADA and plant instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading hydroelectric maintenance teams.
• Ability to supervise technicians and coordinate field work.
• Knowledge of project management practices for complex facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Hydroelectric Plant Technician Section and direct technical work.
• Review equipment designs, prepare cost estimates, and support installations.
• Perform administrative SAP tasks such as time approvals and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Project management

Tools

SAP

SCADA

Job description

Job Posting: Hydroelectric Plant Technician Supervisor

Department of Water Resources

JC-533382

Hydroelectric Plant Technician Supervisor

HYDROELECTRIC PLANT TECHNICIAN SUPERVISOR

$11,212.00 - $15,013.00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/13/2026

Job Description and Duties

This is a non-telework position located in Pearblossom.

Responsible for leading and directing technical work of the Hydroelectric Plant Technician Section in relation with control, communication, electrical and mechanical equipment at State Water Project hydroelectric facilities. Incumbent performs administrative tasks in SAP such as time approvals, program reports, requisition approvals, work order notifications; reviews new equipment and system design criteria and specifications; makes diagrams and sketches and prepares cost estimates to support installations, including test equipment and materials.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• HYDROELECTRIC PLANT TECHNICIAN SUPERVISOR

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533382

Position #(s): 842-620-3731-5xx

Working Title: Hydroelectric Plant Technician Supervisor

Classification: HYDROELECTRIC PLANT TECHNICIAN SUPERVISOR

$11,212.00 - $15,013.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Los Angeles County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Operations and Maintenance, Southern Field Division, Engineering Branch, Hydroelectric Plant Technician Section, Pearblossom

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California’s water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state’s people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR’s equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Department Website: https://water.ca.gov/

Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR’s Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License as travel throughout the State of California is required.

Desirable Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and supportive team player who can also effectively work independently, demonstrate initiative, and be a self-starter. Candidate should also possess the ability to work effectively with others to promote a positive work environment. Candidate should possess the knowledge and experience of creating and reviewing repair procedures, equipment test, calibration procedures, and trip test reports. Knowledge of State Water Project facilities and project management experience working with contractors and outside agencies to coordinate and execute work is ideal. Experience with the installation, testing, and repair, of SCADA equipment, communication equipment, IT related equipment, security systems, voice and video systems is ideal. Maintenance experience with pumping/generating plant instrumentation used for protection, and plant equipment such as power transformers, high voltage power circuit breakers, high voltage instrument transformers, governors, excitation/voltage regulators, annunciators, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and safety systems is highly desirable, as well as leadership experience training, developing, and mentoring a team.

Benefits

Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.

Personal Leave Program 2025: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary wage reductions in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) accruals. The specific rate and hours earned were negotiated and agreed upon by each bargaining unit. The actual monetary impact of these temporary reductions can vary based on your bargaining unit and/or federal and state tax withholdings. For additional information please visit Human Resources Manual - CalHR.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact: Karen Castellon

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Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact: Office of Civil Rights

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Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678), and resume. Please reference SAP Position # 50002466 and Job Control # 533382 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. The hiring unit will receive only the documents specified in the Required Application Package Documents section.

Click here to complete DWR’s Recruitment Survey. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

Examination/Assessment

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There is currently no examination/assessment available for this classification.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug‑free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.