Utility Worker Trainee 9/26

VISTA IRRIGATION DISTRICT; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Irrigation District in Vista, CA is seeking a Utility Worker Trainee to perform manual labor in the construction and maintenance of water mains, valves, hydrants, and meters. The role requires standby as an emergency crew, adherence to safety practices, and progression to a full Utility Worker as proficiency develops.

The position is full-time with rotating shifts that include nights, holidays, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Entry-level, though experience in construction/maintenance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains water mains, valves, services, hydrants and meters; digs trenches and performs general maintenance.
• Learns and performs routine logging and record-keeping using forms or computer systems.
• Assists with emergency/distribution tasks, including notifying customers and agencies during shutdowns or leaks.
• Standby as part of an emergency crew on a rotating basis, capable of reporting to headquarters within 45 minutes.
• Operates various equipment and adheres to safety guidelines and PPE requirements.

Skills

Valid California driver's license

Emergency crew standby readiness

Public relations

Respirator fit testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SALARY $30.33 - $36.87 Hourly ($63,093 - $76,692 Annually)

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision as a trainee, performs hard physical labor in a variety of construction and maintenance activities involving District structures, mains, and appurtenances. As a condition of employment, this position is required to standby and work as an emergency crew (duty) person on a rotating basis covering nights, holidays and weekends. Applies all standard safety practices. Utility Worker Trainee may be promoted to Utility Worker once proficient in all duties of the position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Installs and performs maintenance and repair on water mains, valves, services, fire hydrants and other water distribution system appurtenances. Installs and replaces water meters (including digital or electronic meter reading devices); excavates trenches, ditches and culverts; and performs a variety of general building maintenance repairs. Assists with stocking and general housekeeping of assigned vehicles.
• Performs preventative, corrective and landscape maintenance functions in and around pump stations, reservoirs and other District facilities. Loads tools, supplies and equipment.
• Operates a variety of equipment such as soil compactors, pneumatic hammers, paving tools, compressors, dump trucks, cutting/soldering torches, mowers, weed trimmers, etc.
• Performs routine logging and record keeping activities on forms and/or computer record systems.
• Assists with water distribution related tasks such as emergency and scheduled shutdowns, including notifying customers and other affected parties and/or agencies and ensuring District compliance with its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit. Investigates, troubleshoots and reports leaks in the water distribution system.
• Standby and work as an emergency crew (duty) person on a rotating basis covering nights, holidays and weekends. Emergency crew personnel are required to be able to report to the District’s headquarters facility within 45 minutes. Employees on standby may not consume alcoholic beverages or be under the influence of controlled substances, as described in the District’s Personnel Policies Manual.
• Ensures safe work conditions by following District safety guidelines and safety-related directives, including but not limited to, using personal protective equipment as directed, operating District vehicles and equipment in a safe manner, and following District safety policies outlined in the Safe Work Practices manual.
• Performs related work as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. This is an entry-level position, although experience in construction and/or maintenance in a water or sewer utility is desirable.
• Must have a valid California driver's license and be acceptable to the District automobile liability insurance carrier.
• Must establish and maintain effective working relations with all District personnel and promote good relations with the public.
• Must pass the Field Services Department rotation.
• Must pass fit testing for an air purifying respirator.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Salary Range SALARY $30.33 - $36.87 Hourly $63,093 - $76,692 Annually

Close Date

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

About the Organization The Vista Irrigation District was formed in 1923 to provide water to the community of Vista. The District also supplies water to portions of the cities of Escondido, Oceanside, San Marcos and some unincorporated areas of San Diego County. Located seven miles from the Pacific Ocean in northern San Diego County, Vista is the "climatic wonderland of the United States" with an average daily temperature of 74 degrees. Rolling hills and a pleasant rural surrounding, combined with relatively affordable housing prices and a strong community, make Vista an ideal place to live and work. Vista has been recognized in a national publication as being one of the '50 fabulous places to raise a family'. The District supplies potable water to over 28,879 customers in a 21,152-acre service area with a population of over 134,588 people. The District receives local water from Lake Henshaw, which it owns, imported water from Northern California and the Colorado River via the San Diego County Water Authority (Water Authority) and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California and desalinated seawater from the Claude 'Bud' Lewis Carlsbad Desalination Plant via the Water Authority. The District currently employs 87 people. The Vista Irrigation District is 'an equal opportunity employer' and will consider reasonably accommodating qualified disabled persons. Reasonable accommodations can include, but are not limited to, changing job duties, changing the work shifts, accommodating schedules, relocating the work area, and providing mechanical or electrical aids. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

EOE Statement The Vista Irrigation District is an equal opportunity employer and will consider reasonably accommodating qualified disabled persons. Reasonable accommodations can include, but are not limited to, changing job duties, changing the work shifts, accommodating schedules, relocating the work area, and providing mechanical or electrical aids. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

This position is currently accepting applications.