Requisition ID

req394

Type of Employment

Regular Full-Time Employee

Founded in 1866, San Jose Water Company is an investor owned water company headquartered in Silicon Valley. With a service area of 140 square miles, it is one of the largest and most technically sophisticated urban water system in the United States. We serve over 1 million people with high quality, life sustaining water, with an emphasis on exceptional customer service.

We are actively seeking talented, driven and highly-productive applicants for the position of Distribution Systems Worker to join our dynamic team. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment along with a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision of Department Supervisors and Crew Leaders perform distribution system installations, routine operations and maintenance work as required.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair leaks on mains, services or hydrants; raise valve or meter boxes or various other duties.
• Under direction, perform main, service and appurtenance installations.
• Perform work on the distribution or transmission system, intakes, flumes, or stream beds as required.
• Perform any work, primarily manual labor, related to the system as required.
• Perform duties and operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Report to Supervisors or Crewleaders any irregularities or safety hazards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Working knowledge of the identification and use of common hand and power tools, common equipment.
• Ability to perform strenuous outdoor physical work requiring manual dexterity, agility, strength, stamina, and coordination.
• Ability to carry out oral and written instructions.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE AND PAY RATE:

• Distribution System ($25.955 - $33.054/hr) - Possession of valid California Class C driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• Distribution System Worker I ($30.895 - $37.948/hr) - Possession of valid California Class B Commercial driver’s license with an air brake endorsement and satisfactory driving record.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement
At San Jose Water Company, the health and safety of our people is our number one priority. Offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements.

EEO Statement
Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.