Hydro Maintenance Worker by Yuba Water Agency Apr 26, 2024 Job Location Dobbins, CA Application Deadline 05/10/2024 How to Apply Apply here Deadline to apply is May 10, 2024. Description Do you seek an opportunity to work for an agency committed to the sustainable management of our water resources for flood risk reduction and reliable water supply, enabled through hydropower generation, in support of the environment and quality of life for our communities? Are you excited to join a new and emerging team with growth anticipated in the next few years, supporting multiple divisions and departments of the Agency? The Yuba Water Agency is recruiting for the position of Hydro Maintenance Worker within our Maintenance division in the Power Systems Department. The position would report directly to the Maintenance Manager, with direct supervision by the Working Foreman. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate possesses a genuine desire to serve the Yuba County community, exhibits curiosity to learn about the mission areas of the organization and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally. The ideal candidate can perform all routine maintenance associated with the operation of all power plant generation, transmission and water control equipment related to the maintenance and repair of water supply, flood control, hydroelectric and recreation facilities, and all related components of the Yuba Water Agency’s facilities. The ideal candidate is skilled in problem solving can work independently and build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other agency employees, government entities, contract providers and the public using principles of good customer service. Typical Tasks Perform all aspects related to the maintenance and repair of the Agency’s hydroelectric generating facilities including but not limited to roads and culverts, vegetation management, drainage, building, and power plant maintenance. Performance of reservoir and water conveyance, upkeep including debris clearing, trash rack cleaning, garbage clean up around recreational facilities, and pumping out stationary and floating restrooms. This includes performing building maintenance such as framing, painting, plumbing, construction, pouring concrete pads and retaining walls. In performing the above-mentioned tasks, you will need to be skilled in the operation of all of Agency heavy equipment including dump trucks, skid steer, excavator, backhoe, and tugboats. Safely operate with DOT standards to secure and transport heavy equipment and loads. The ideal candidate will possess a D2/T2 water treatment license and be able to operate the Agency’s water treatment plant. You should be able to operate Mobile, Fixed, and Gantry style Cranes as well as perform various rigging tasks as required and maintain a current crane operation certificate. An applicators license is desired. Education/Training Education: Must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent. Experience: Two years maintenance in the field of maintenance and repair of equipment. Experience in systems similar to that found in Agency’s Power Project preferred. Experience in the field of construction project coordination is highly desired. License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate, valid California Class A – Commercial Driver License and Crane Operator’s certificate within six (6) months of employment. D2-T2 certification is highly preferred and will be paid at the higher classification rate. Special Requirements This position is subject to call out and must reside close enough to travel to Oregon House within one hour. If the Crane Operator’s certificate lapses, the employee will be immediately re-classified to Utility Worker until the certificate is active again. If the D2 or T2 certification lapses, the employee will be paid at the lower hydro maintenance worker rate and not the higher D2-T2 hydro maintenance worker rate until both certificates are active again. This position is required to register with the Clearinghouse through Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and participate in the random drug testing program, as required by Department of Transportation (DOT). Benefits In addition to hosting employee engagement events throughout the year and offering excellent training and development opportunities to help you plan your short- and long-term career goals to advance in your career, the Agency offers an excellent benefit package consisting of: 2024 Health Insurance rates: 1-party is $901.61, 2-party is $1,803.22, and 3+party is $2,448.89 per month. Any premiums in excess of these amounts shall be paid by the employee. Dental: 100% paid coverage for employee and dependents Vision: 100% paid coverage for employee and dependents Vacation: Accrued at 12.6 hours per calendar month and increases with years of service Sick Leave: Accrued at 10 hours per calendar month Holidays: 12 official holidays per year Retirement: CalPERS: For classic members 2% @ 55 formula and the agency will pay 5% of the employee’s 7% contribution to CalPERS. For all others, subject to the provisions of AB340 with a 2%@ 62 formula Retiree health through the agency upon completion of ten (10) years of service credit with the agency and retirement from CalPERS. The agency’s present contribution for each annuitant, including enrollment of his/her family members, is a maximum of $1,850 per month. Deferred Compensation: Voluntary participation in Agency Plans. The agency will contribute 7.65% amount towards the plan. Life Insurance: $100,000 Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with Agency contribution of $600/year for 2024 Flexible Spending Medical / Dependent Care Accounts available with pre-tax payroll contributions Educational/training tuition reimbursement available Special Instructions Applications will be screened according to the qualifications outlined in this announcement. The deadline to apply is May 10, 2024. Not all applications which may meet the minimum requirements will proceed to the next phase of the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified by email as to whether or not they are invited to participate further in the selection process, which will include a testing component (MASS Test through EEI), a phone screen tentatively scheduled for the week of June 10th, and an in-person panel interview tentatively schedule for the week of June 24th. The Yuba Water Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Agency not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees. We will make reasonable efforts in the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact Laken Schattner at (530) 701-8674 prior to the closing date for accommodation requests. Before receiving an offer of employment, the candidate must pass a physical exam, pre-employment DOT drug test, and background check. Applicants must be successful in all phases of the selection process to be considered for this position. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. Recruitment Contact Contact phone: (530) 701-8674 Contact email: lschattner@yubawater.org Laken Schattner, HR Technician
