Utilities Superintendent

Cityoflakeport; Lakeport (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lakeport seeks a Utilities Superintendent to lead the water and wastewater operations, ensuring reliable service while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations. You will report to the Utilities Director and supervise staff, coordinate maintenance, emergency response, and capital planning.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, knowledge of California drinking water and wastewater rules, budgeting experience, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Education and/or experience providing knowledge and abilities for satisfactory performance.
• Six years of combined water and wastewater operations experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience in water and wastewater fields.

Responsibilities

• Leads water and wastewater operations and ensures reliable service.
• Oversees regulatory compliance and capital planning.
• Manages budgeting, emergency response, and staff supervision.
• Acts as Chief Operator for Water Treatment, Water Distribution and Wastewater.

Skills

Leadership experience

California water regulations

Water/wastewater operations

Budgeting & planning

Communication & relationships

Public service

Education

Associate’s degree in science

Job description

Utilities Superintendent

Job Type: Full Time - Open to all applicants

Utilities Superintendent Brochure

Salary: $8,247 - $10,024/month (Salary Schedule)

Closing Date: 10/01/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Experience, Education, and Certifications

The selected candidate will have any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for satisfactory job performance. Typical examples include:

The Position

The Utilities Superintendent leads the City's water and wastewater operations; ensuring reliable utility services while maintaining compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations. Reporting to the Utilities Direct, the Superintendent oversees operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance, capital planning, budgeting, emergency response and supervision of utility staff. The position also serves as the City's Chief Operator for Water Treatment. Water Distribution and Wastewater Treatment.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Strong leadership and supervisory experience
• Knowledge of California drinking water and wastewater regulations
• Experience managing utility operations, maintenance, regulatory compliance and capital projects
• Budget preparation and long-range planning experience
• Excellent communications and relationship-building skills
• A commitment to continuous improvement, employee development, and exceptional public service

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience Associate’s degree in science preferred. Minimum of six years combined work experience in both the water and wastewater operations and maintenance field. Minimum of three years’ experience as a supervisor in the water and wastewater field.

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits

The City provides an excellent employee benefit package, including:

Medical: City pays 76% of the medical premium

Dental & Vision: City pays 100% for employee and all dependents

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP): City pays 100% for everyone in household

Life/Long-Term Disability: City pays 100% for employee. Life insurance based upon one year's annual salary ($100,000 maximum coverage)

Paid Vacation: Starts at 80 hours annually increasing up to 200 hours

Paid Sick Leave: Accrival of 12 days per year

14 Paid holidays

Section 125 pre-taxed premiums

Paid Bereavement Leave

California Public Employees Retirement System:

The City provides the PERS retirement program at the following formulas: 2.5%@55 for classic members and 2.0%@62 for new members to the system after 1/1/13. The City does not participate in social security.

Additional Benefits Through Current Negotiated MOU

• Vacation Buyout Option
• Management Leave
• with Buyout Option
• Technology Allowance

Employee Funded Supplemental Benefits

• Aflac
• Legal Shield/ID Shield
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• 457 Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
• Reach/AirMedCare Network
• Redwood Credit Union

Blue Zone Certified Employer

As a Blue Zone Certified employer, the City of Lakeport strives to provide a healthier environment for our employees, such as wellness activities on site, resources to releive stress, education on healthier lifestyle choices and much more.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in the bulletin may be modified or revoked. The City of Lakeport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation age disability or marital status.