LEAD WATER UTILITY WORKER - Production

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This job description is currently being updated and is under review for final approval. Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the right person to serve as Lead Water Utility Worker within the Water Production section. The Position Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of the City's water production systems. Lead Water Utility Worker is an advanced journey-level position within the Water Production job series, responsible for coordinating and assigning the daily activities of other crew members. Maintains and repairs various components of the water production system, including overhauling, repairing, and maintaining large industrial engines, drive lines, pumps and related equipment, electrical systems, motors, control systems, booster stations, and sensing devices; responds to emergency calls for service on a call-out basis, depending on assignment Maintains files on scheduled maintenance or repair work to be performed and records of all work completed Assists the Crew Leader/Supervisor in the planning and scheduling of overall work projects Assigns work to employees in crew; trains employees in work assignments and safe work practices; ensures adherence to project schedules Responsible for traffic control, proper safety procedures and reading and interpreting water atlas and record drawings Reports to work as scheduled; maintains a regular and consistent attendance record; may work a variety of schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required Supports and actively promotes the City's safety programs; performs periodic safety inspections; identifies and corrects safety hazards Attends professional training to stay abreast of industry best practices Travels to offsite locations within and outside the City Performs other related duties as required Click here to view the full job description Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying.

A typical combination includes:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent certificate.

Experience:

Three (3) years' experience in the maintenance, repair, and construction of water systems. This may include work on industrial engines and pumps used in water production and flood control systems.

Licenses/Certifications:

Possession of a valid California Class B driver's license with HAZMAT endorsement and an acceptable driving record are required at time of appointment and throughout employment. Grade 2 Water Treatment Operator Certificate and Grade 3 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board required. Click here to view the full job description

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Some positions in this classification are deemed safety sensitive under Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and subject to drug and alcohol testing. Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice Program.

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker:

In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE

An online application must be fully completed. Applicants must clearly demonstrate that they meet the minimum education, experience, license and/or certification requirements to be considered. Applicants whose qualifications best meet the City's needs will be invited to participate in a virtual oral examination (weighted 100%), tentatively scheduled for June 18, 2026. Selection Interview Background Appointment Click here to view the full job description