Utility Service Worker I

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Monte Vista Water District, a county water district formed in 1927, located in western San Bernardino County, provides retail and wholesale water services to a population of over 141,000 in the communities of Montclair, Chino Hills, and portions of Chino. The District presently has approximately 12,000 metered retail connections that serve residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, landscape irrigation, and agricultural uses.

The District is dedicated to quality, service and innovation to its communities and employees. Our mission statement guides our decisions and actions to reflect our commitment to provide high quality water service while ensuring fiscal responsibility, ethical conduct, and environmental stewardship. We are proud to have 41 employees that exemplify our core values and provide outstanding service.

POSITION

Monte Vista Water District is currently seeking a highly motivated professional to fill the Utility Service Worker I position. This is the entry-level class in the Utility Service Worker series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents with basic maintenance and/or construction experience learn District water distribution infrastructure, systems, and facilities, use of tools and equipment, and a wide variety of practices and procedures related to water distribution utilities. 

EXAMPLES OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work to construct, inspect, maintain, and repair water distribution pipelines, valves, meters, mains, fire hydrants, and related appurtenances; inspects and tests lines in the distribution system.
• Locates, repairs, maintains, and/or replaces service lines, main lines, fire service and fire hydrants; locates and repairs leaks in water distribution main lines, service lines, pumps, valves, and related facilities and appurtenances in routine and emergency situations.
• Performs asphalt and concrete repair and patchwork; performs backfill excavation and compaction; removes trees, brush, and debris from right-of-ways to access main lines and laterals.
• Reads and interprets maps and diagrams in the performance of the work.
• Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignment as instructed.
• Operates heavy equipment including tractors, trucks, rollers, loaders, forklifts, and backhoes.
• Tests and monitors manholes for dangerous gases and uses proper safety precautions when entering underground areas.
• Maintains equipment and work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday.
• Locates and marks underground utilities.
• Installs and maintains street barricades and cones, and controls traffic around work sites to ensure safe conditions for the general public and District workers.
• Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
• Answers inquiries from citizens regarding work performed; maintains accurate records of work performed.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies and assists other maintenance crews as needed and in emergency or relief situations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A high school diploma or satisfactory equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in the operation, maintenance, and/or repair of underground utilities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class A driver’s license within six (6) months of appointment.
• Possession of, and ability to maintain, a valid Grade I Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board. 

APPLICATIONS

A District application is required and can be completed here or can be obtained in person at our business address: Monte Vista Water District, 10575 Central Avenue, Montclair, CA 91763. A full job description is available here and at the District office. 

ASSISTANCE FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

MVWD does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application, testing, or interview process, please notify Human Resources immediately. MVWD is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary: $30.59 – $40.11 per hour.

Application deadline: March 5, 2025 at 5:00 PM.