Water Distribution Operator I — Entry-Level Field Tech

Golden State Water Company; Bell (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Golden State Water Company is seeking a Water Distribution Operator I to join our California team. This entry‑level role focuses on learning and performing maintenance and operation tasks within the water distribution system under supervision.

You will interact with customers, support meter reads and routine field work, and participate in safety procedures. Candidates must have a high school diploma, good communication skills, and a valid California driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Good communication skills.
• General PC skills.
• Valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Learns to perform the various tasks associated with the maintenance and operation of a water distribution system.
• Learns the proper use of tools and equipment required to perform the job.
• Under direction, participates in the installation, repairs and replacement of water mains, water services, valves, fire hydrants and water meters.
• Interacts with customers and acts as a representative of the Company.
• Performs meter reads, ons and offs and field investigations.
• Performs collection activities of delinquent accounts.
• Participates in routine maintenance activities such as system flushing, valve exercising and fire hydrant maintenance.
• Under direction, follows established policies and procedures in repair of equipment to ensure proper working order.
• Operates company vehicles and equipment according to established safety procedures and policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Available for emergency response, 24 hours/day, seven days/week.
• Must reside within 25 miles of the nearest water system boundary where assigned in order to respond to emergencies.
• Works under immediate supervision.

Skills

Good communication skills

General PC skills

Valid California driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Golden State Water Company is seeking a Water Distribution Operator I to join our California team. This entry‑level role focuses on learning and performing maintenance and operation tasks within the water distribution system under supervision.

You will interact with customers, support meter reads and routine field work, and participate in safety procedures. Candidates must have a high school diploma, good communication skills, and a valid California driver’s license.