Operations and Maintenance Worker II / III Needed - La Crescenta-Montrose, CA

This listing closes on 1/11/2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana.

•Perform semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of water distribution system including mains, service lines, valves, meters, hydrants, and related facilities;
•Perform semi-skilled and skilled work in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of wastewater collection system including mains, service laterals, cleanouts, manholes, and related facilities;
•Assist in the preparation of future advancement in the following areas: assessing damages and determining materials and equipment needed to make repairs on water mains and service lines; perform installation of new water laterals and replacement of old water mains; perform water main taps under pressure; and operate large and small valves;
•Assist with setting up and removing traffic control devices to protect crews and direct traffic at job sites and maintain jobsite safety based on a working knowledge of the Work Area Control Handbook (W.A.T.C.H.);
•Assist in CVWD’s valve exercise program including turning valves, operating valve trucks and equipment; assist with maintaining the valve exercise database;
•Perform removal and excavation of existing sidewalks, curbs, streets, and trenches for repairs;
•Assist with repair of CVWD’s wastewater lift station and sewer manholes;
•Inspect, clean, and maintain sewer collection lines and manholes and ensure pipes are free from debris and cracks; remove plugs and repair or replace pipes as needed;
•Operate various construction and maintenance equipment, including the sewer vacuum truck and equipment, sewer inspection camera, jackhammer, sump pumps, front loader, and dump trucks. Use and maintain hand and power tools and assigned equipment; perform preventive maintenance on equipment;
•Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed; assist in the construction of capital improvement projects;
•Perform related duties and responsibilities as required and assigned;
•Respond to emergencies as required; and
•Possibly perform standby hours and rotation upon possession of appropriate certifications.