Water Utility Crew Leader - Production

APPLY IMMEDIATELY

The first review of applications will take place on November 5, 2025. 

Applications submitted on or after November 6, 2025 may still be considered if an insufficient number of qualified candidates are received.

The City of Pomona invites qualified candidates to apply for the Water Utility Crew Leader position in the Water Resources Department’s Production Section. This position plays a key role in overseeing the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s water production facilities, including wells, pumps, reservoirs, and related systems that ensure the continuous delivery of safe drinking water. Under direction, the Crew Leader guides and participates in complex field and facility work, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards. 

The City currently has one vacancy in the Production section of the Water Resources Department. This recruitment will also establish an eligible list for future vacancies in the Production and/or Distribution sections. 

Description for Production Section

Under immediate supervision, the Water Utility Worker I will perform a variety of duties involved in the maintenance, repair, installation, and construction of the water production facilities including pumps, motors, reservoir tanks, associated appurtenances, and property grounds work.

Description for Distribution Section

The Water Distribution section performs a variety of duties involved in the maintenance, repair, installation, and construction of the water distribution pipeline system and associated appurtenances.

The Ideal Candidate 

The ideal candidate is an experienced water professional with a strong technical background in the operation and maintenance of water production systems. They are a hands-on leader who can effectively supervise crews in the field, troubleshoot equipment issues, and coordinate work related to pumps, motors, reservoirs, and treatment facilities. With a deep understanding of safety procedures, regulatory compliance, and preventive maintenance, they lead by example and ensure quality work and accountability across all assignments. The ideal Crew Leader values teamwork, demonstrates sound judgment, and takes pride in sustaining the City’s vital water infrastructure for the Pomona community.

Why Pomona

The City of Pomona offers a rewarding career opportunity for individuals committed to maintaining the systems that produce, treat, and deliver safe drinking water to the community. This role is ideal for those who take pride in operating and maintaining complex equipment, ensuring water quality, and supporting sustainable production practices. As part of the Water Resources team, you’ll play a vital role in protecting public health and ensuring reliable access to one of our most essential resources: clean water for the Pomona community.

This position has an excellent benefits package that includes a 4/10 work schedule with Fridays off and medical, dental, and vision coverage. The position offers participation in CalPERS, the option to join a deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and medical flex spending account program. In addition, the City of Pomona offers Water Certification Pay. Qualifying employees in this position who hold a certificate which surpasses the minimum certificate requirements of the job classification will receive additional payment after education verification. 

This position provides a path for continued professional advancement and financial stability. The City of Pomona maintains a competitive compensation structure with a 5% scheduled salary increase on October 1, 2026.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY:

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

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalency, supplemented by training in skilled heavy equipment operation.
• Four years of experience as a Water Utility Worker which includes three years of experience operating heavy equipment.                 

 License or Certificate

• Must possess a valid drivers license with a good driving record. 
• Must possess or obtain a valid CA Class “A” driver’s license with air brake and tanker endorsements within six (6) months of employment.
• Must possess a Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certificate at the time of application.
• Must possess or obtain CPR, First Aid, Respirator, Confined Space, Trench Shoring, Forklift, and Hazwoper certificates within one (1) year from date of employment.

Depending upon assignment:

• Must possess or obtain a Crane Certificate of Competency within six (6) months of employment.
• Must possess or obtain a Leak Detection, Pressure Regulating Valve, and Buried Infrastructure Locating Certificates of Competency within six (6) months of employment.

Core Competencies:

To excel in this position, one must possess a set of core competencies. These competencies include, but are not limited to the following:

• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
• Developing Others: Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities
• Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal
• Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
• Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Lead, plan, and review the work of staff responsible for the maintenance, repair, installation, and construction of the water production and distribution pipeline system, associated appurtenances, and operating light, medium, and heavy equipment. 
• Supervise the use of and operate a wide variety of light, medium and heavy equipment including backhoes, cranes, skiploaders, dump trucks, semi-tractor trailers, water wagons, forklifts, welding trucks, hammers and compressors. 
• Install, renew, and disconnect water services; repair service leaks; install and repair mains, laterals, valves, and fittings; install and repair hydrants; read, replace, repair, and rebuild water meters; turn on and off main line valves, hydrants, and fire service lines; install tanker meters to hydrants; exercise valves and hydrants. 
• Raise vault lids and value caps; form, pour, and finish concrete around hydrants in alleys and sidewalks and around meter boxes; lay asphalt; install and repair fences and gates; install shoring in ditches. 
• Operate a variety of technical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or motorized equipment used to maintain or operate water systems. 
• Monitor, analyze, evaluate, and maintain mechanical operation of equipment used to produce, distribute, or treat potable and recycled water. 
• Read and work from maps, blueprints, and sketches; draw maps and record measurements.
• Estimate time, material, and equipment required for assigned jobs; requisition materials as required; order parts as necessary and ensure parts ordered are received in a timely fashion.
• Observe safety precautions regarding traffic control, confined space, trenching, excavating, and power equipment operation. 
• Maintain records and logs; complete reports as necessary. 
• Train assigned employees including in the areas of work methods, techniques, and the use and operation of equipment. 
• Verify work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, and techniques. 
• Ensure the adherence with applicable standards and specifications; maintain cleanliness of work area and tools. 
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures. 
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner. 
• Perform the full range of duties in the assigned area of work.
• Repair and patch streets by sweeping surfaces, loading asphalt, and raking, shoveling, and rolling asphalt. 
• Remove concrete with front loader and jack hammer. 
• Perform emergency work such as road closures, street failures, and drain work. 
• Set up traffic control equipment; direct traffic in the street during construction projects.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Special Requirements:

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs., and wear protective apparel; exposure to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and traffic hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations; availability for on-call, stand-by, and emergency call. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisors or by law.