Lead Water Distribution Technician

Water Otter Job Board; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Vallejo’s Water Department is seeking five Senior Water Distribution Technicians to lead field crews in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the city’s water distribution system. You will oversee, train, and participate in complex tasks to ensure reliable service and safety across the department.

Ideal candidates will have three years of journey level experience (or one year as a Water Distribution Technician with Vallejo), a class A license with air brakes and manual

Qualifications

• Three years’ journey level water distribution system experience, preferably in a public agency, or one year as a Water Distribution Technician with the City of Vallejo.
• Class A driver license with air brakes and manual transmission endorsements; Backflow Prevention Device General Tester Certificate; Water Distribution Operator Grade D2 Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, train, and review the work of staff responsible for water distribution system installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance.
• Survey the distribution system; locate leaks; oversee safety and quality standards on field crews.

Skills

Lead supervision

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Public safety

Field operations

Tools

Water distribution equipment

Welding tools

Construction equipment

Job description

The City of Vallejo’s Water Department is seeking five Senior Water Distribution Technicians to lead field crews in the installation, maintenance, and repair of the city’s water distribution system. You will oversee, train, and participate in complex tasks to ensure reliable service and safety across the department.

Ideal candidates will have three years of journey level experience (or one year as a Water Distribution Technician with Vallejo), a class A license with air brakes and manual