Facilities Worker

Hourly Pay: $37.66 to $45.78 ($78,341 to $95,222 Annually)

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general direction of the Facilities Supervisor, performs various construction, maintenance and repair work to the District’s infrastructure. 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 and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.        Performs routine maintenance, repair work and inspections of the District’s potable water distribution system, including reservoirs, flumes, and various facilities.

2.        Performs general maintenance and repair work at District headquarters, including HVAC, security, fire sprinkler and various other systems.

3.        Performs facility construction, maintenance and repair work that includes mechanical, minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, landscape and masonry tasks. Assists with the estimation of labor, materials and equipment to complete projects.         

4.        Operates light and heavy equipment including, but not limited to, backhoes, excavators, loaders, boom trucks, skid steers, mowers and wood chippers. Uses a variety of hand and power tools.

5.        Coordinates and monitors work performed by outside service providers related to District facilities.

6.        Installs and repairs service laterals, water meters and boxes. Cuts, welds and solders light gauge metal using oxyacetylene torches and arc and metal inert gas welding equipment.      

7.        Performs water distribution related tasks such as emergency and scheduled shutdowns, including notifying customers and other 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.

8.        Makes routine log entries on paper and computer generated forms. Maintains records, creates reports, and establishes and maintains preventative maintenance programs.

9.        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.

10.      Performs related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. A minimum of three years of experience pertaining to the essential functions of the position is required.

  Must have a valid California driver’s license and be acceptable to the District’s automobile liability insurance carrier.

Must establish and maintain effective working relations with other personnel and promote good relations with the public.

Must acquire a Water Distribution Operator D1 certification administered by the California Drinking Water Operator Certification program within one year of starting work in this position. A Water Distribution Operator D2 certification (or higher) is a prerequisite for advancing to “E” step.

Must pass fit testing for an air purifying respirator (APR).

BENEFITS:

· Medical Insurance (Employee and dependents).

· Vision Care (Employee and dependents – employee contribution required).

· Dental Insurance (Employee and dependents – employee contribution required).        

· Life Insurance (2 x Annual Salary).

· Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.

· Disability Insurance (30-day qualification period).

· PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) Pension—employee contribution required.

· 13 paid holidays and 15 days of vacation.

· Paid sick leave.

· Deferred compensation match.

· College tuition reimbursement.

· Pre-tax spending accounts for medical and dependent care.

· Alternative work schedule (every other Friday off – optional).

SELECTION PROCESS:

The most appropriately qualified applicants will be invited to continue in the selection process which may consist of competency testing (including a practical exam), a written exercise and oral interviews by District personnel or qualified individuals from other public agencies or any combination thereof. The District expressly reserves the right to change the selection process in order to identify the most qualified candidates as required by federal and state law. 

To help streamline the application and hiring process, we have implemented new recruiting software. All applicants will apply via our website at www.vidwater.org under the “careers tab”. We will no longer accept paper applications. You will need to upload your resume and cover letter on our new application portal. 

Job offers are contingent upon a pre-employment medical examination and drug testing.

Regular employees in this position may join the Teamster Union. The Facilities Worker is a non-exempt position and eligible for overtime compensation under the Fair Labor Standards Act and in accordance with District Policy.

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.

FILING DEADLINE:    Open Until Filled