Senior O&M Equipment Operator (Motor Grader)

National Education Association; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical, dental, life, and ?

401(k) plan and 457 plan

Tuition reimbursement

Training and advancement opportunities

Public transportation reimbursements

Job summary

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking an O&M Technician Operator IV (Motor-Grader) at the Lake Mathews Reservoir Facility in Riverside. This journey-level role requires operating heavy equipment, transporting gear, and performing routine maintenance to support water and power infrastructure.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED with 6+ years of heavy equipment experience or journey-level skills via trade training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 6+ years in heavy construction equipment operation.
• Journey-level skills through trade training or related experience in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate motor-graders for precision grading and leveling.
• Drive dump, water, and stake bed trucks as required.
• Maintain water infrastructure sites, roads, and patrol areas.
• Haul equipment with multi-axle trucks and trailers; assist with fleet logistics.
• Perform routine minor maintenance to keep equipment ready.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Truck driving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma / GED

Journey-level trade training

Tools

Motor grader operation

Job description

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is seeking an O&M Technician Operator IV (Motor-Grader) at the Lake Mathews Reservoir Facility in Riverside. This journey-level role requires operating heavy equipment, transporting gear, and performing routine maintenance to support water and power infrastructure.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED with 6+ years of heavy equipment experience or journey-level skills via trade training.