O&M Lead Technician – Water & Wastewater

American Water Works Association; Verdugo City (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Paid Holidays and 3 floating/holidy

9/80 Workweek

CalPERS Pension

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision

Boot and Pant allowance

$350 annual wellness stipend

Job summary

Citrus Valley Water District seeks an Operations & Maintenance Worker III to lead field crews, perform skilled water and wastewater maintenance, and ensure safety standards are met. The role involves operating heavy equipment, coordinating tasks, and training junior staff.

The position requires experience with water systems, wastewater collection, and a strong safety mindset, with willingness to respond to emergencies and work flexible hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection systems at journey level.
• Ability to supervise and train other staff, ensuring safety and quality.
• Experience with construction or maintenance in utility systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled work in maintenance of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Inspect, repair, and install water mains, service lines, valves, hydrants, and related facilities.
• Operate equipment such as sewer vacuum truck, backhoe, and mini excavator; perform preventative maintenance.
• Lead crews in the absence of higher-level staff and provide training.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate response with field crews.

Skills

Water distribution

Wastewater collection

Safety practices

Staff training

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sewer vacuum truck

Backhoe

Mini excavator

Valve truck

Job description

Citrus Valley Water District seeks an Operations & Maintenance Worker III to lead field crews, perform skilled water and wastewater maintenance, and ensure safety standards are met. The role involves operating heavy equipment, coordinating tasks, and training junior staff.

The position requires experience with water systems, wastewater collection, and a strong safety mindset, with willingness to respond to emergencies and work flexible hours as needed.