- Salary
- $83k – $101k/yr
- Location
- Oakley, CA, CA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
About CCWD
Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) provides safe, reliable, high-quality water and related services that support the health and vitality of the communities it serves. Through responsible stewardship of both its infrastructure and its people, CCWD is committed to building and sustaining a skilled workforce prepared to meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s challenges.
Why Work Here
- Meaningful Public Service
Play a direct role in supporting safe, reliable water service that protects public health and strengthens the communities we serve. - Collaborative, Mission-Driven Culture
Work alongside dedicated professionals who value integrity, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement in service to the public. - Competitive Total Rewards & Professional Growth
CCWD offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including competitive pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement benefits, paid leave, and opportunities that support ongoing professional growth.
The Opportunity
Contra Costa Water District is seeking a skilled and motivated Utility Worker - Canal to join our Operations & Maintenance team. In this hands-on field role, you'll apply water system principles to help ensure reliable water service throughout the community. You'll join a team that enjoys solving problems, maintaining an open waterway, and learning new skills along the way.
Why You’ll Enjoy This Role
Meaningful Public Service- Play an important role in supporting reliable water service for the community. Your work directly contributes to a positive impact on the lives of CCWD and the community.
- No two days are exactly the same, this role offers a mix of fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding work.
- Gain valuable experience working alongside experienced leaders and collaborating with highly effective, cohesive teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, and repair equipment at the Contra Costa Canal and other facilities.
- Assist with grounds and open space maintenance.
- Perform excavation, backfilling, riprap placement, erosion repair along canal banks and drainage ditches.
- Operate a variety of power tools and other equipment required in field operations.
- Follow and adhere to all safety procedures, regulations, and protocols.
For a full description of examples of duties, please refer to the job descriptions by visiting the following: Utility Worker - Canal
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:
Training: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in utility and/or public works-related maintenance and construction work.
Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California driver’s license to be maintained throughout employment.For a full description of required knowledge, skills, and abilities, please refer to the job descriptions by visiting the following link: Utility Worker - Canal
Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the next step in the selection process. All candidate materials will be carefully evaluated and only those considered best qualified will be invited to the next step in the selection process. The application deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, or the first 150 qualified applications received, whichever comes first
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
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.
WORKING CONDITIONS
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.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION Creative and effective problem-solving thrives in a workforce where different experiences and perspectives influence employees’ work. Employees thrive when employers recognize the value of those differences and integrate them into the workplace. Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) is committed to harnessing the power of its workforce to solve industry challenges and meet the needs of the communities it serves – now and in the future. To that end, CCWD is committed to the equitable extension of opportunity to join and meaningfully contribute to the CCWD team. We seek applicants who join us in these commitments in their own operations and activities.
BACKGROUND CHECK
Appointment to this classification is contingent upon successfully completing CCWD's pre-employment process. All positions require a criminal background check, verification of employment and education history, and professional reference checks. Depending on the job classification, additional requirements may include a pre-employment medical examination, drug and alcohol testing, and verification of prior drug and alcohol testing history as required by federal regulations.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All CCWD employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. As such, CCWD employees may be called upon to support the activities of CCWD during an emergency situation.
