Utility Worker (Canal)

Utility Worker

Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of duties in the installation, construction, repair, and maintenance of Contra Costa Canal and related facilities; and performs related duties as assigned.

This classification is responsible for performing the full range of maintenance and repair duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. The Utility Worker primarily performs grounds and facilities maintenance and repair work and is distinguished from the Multi-Skilled Equipment Operator (MSEO) in that the MSEO primarily operates and maintains a variety of equipment and vehicles.

(Illustrative Only)

• Cleans and removes debris from screens, pumping plants, and related facilities; removes debris from areas around Canal facilities such as siphons, check gates, and trash racks; participates in semi-annual cleaning of the canal.
• Excavates and backfills earth, places riprap, patches erosion pockets in canal banks, and clears drainage ditches.
• Drives a truck to haul supplies, materials, and equipment and remove excavated materials such as rockfill, gravel, dirt, and other.
• Constructs, repairs, and maintains fences, gates, cattleguards, bridges, drainage systems, spillways, right-of-way, and related facilities; performs minor repairs and adjustments to radial gates, checks, and turnouts; builds simple forms and mixes and sets concrete; patches concrete canal lining and structures.
• Breaks, excavates, and removes damaged asphalt and concrete, repairs asphalt, and gravels and drags roads.
• Performs grounds and open space maintenance duties, including operating farm-type wheeled tractors and power attachments, such as mowing blades, in mowing canal banks; clears downed trees and trims trees; performs weed abatement; drains flooded areas.
• Repairs, cleans, and maintains water distribution systems and facilities including multi-purpose pipeline.
• Cleans and prepares canal side structures for painting; applies protective paints and compounds.
• Learns and performs welding, fabrication, and assembling of parts, tools, and equipment as needed.
• Performs general carpentry, plumbing, pipe fitting, painting, and building maintenance and custodial duties as needed.
• Operates various air, electric, gasoline, and hydraulic powered equipment such as tampers, jack hammers, pavement breakers, portable pumps, sandblasting and steam cleaning equipment, brush or spray gun, sprayers, tractors with power attachments, farm-type wheeled tractors and power attachments, skid steer, and related equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance and care of equipment, tools, and vehicles used; inspects, services, and makes minor adjustments to equipment used.
• Controls traffic around work sites to ensure safe conditions for the general public, consultants / contractors, and District workers.
• Maintains shop and working areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Learns to read and interpret as-builts, maps, schematics, drawings, diagrams, and related technical documentation.
• Uses computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to receive work orders and maintains accurate logs, reports, and records of work performed and materials and equipment used.
• Observes and complies with all District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be :

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Two (2) years of experience in utility and / or public works-related maintenance and construction work.

Possession of a valid California driver's license to be maintained throughout employment.

Knowledge of :

Ability to :

Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; frequently reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb and descend ladders; to operate various equipment and tools; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various District sites; and vision to read printed materials and a computer. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas. Finger dexterity is needed to operate and repair tools and equipment. Employees must possess the ability to carry, push, pull, and lift materials and objects weighing up to 90 pounds with the use of proper equipment.

Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and / or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants. Employees may be exposed to blood borne pathogens. Employees may be required to work outside their normal workweek / workday which may consist of evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Contra Costa Water District is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based upon race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other actual or perceived status protected under federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on individual qualifications and performance. One of the many CCWD goals is to pursue organizational excellence through diversity, equity, inclusivity, leadership, and professionalism. We recognize the strengths of staff creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and improved decision-making resulting from diverse perspectives, and we strive to be a culturally diverse organization that values, recognizes, and supports