Utility Crew Leader by Otay Water District Nov 17, 2025 Job Location San Diego, CA Application Deadline 11/30/2025 How to Apply For more information on the recruitment process and to apply, please visit our website at www.otaywater.gov. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on November 30, 2025. Description Listed below are the essential functions of the Utility Crew Leader. Participates in planning, implementing, coordinating, and documenting the activities and programs of the section. Acts as the supervisor’s direct representative at the job site. Leads, guides, coordinates, inspects and participates in performing work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of water mains, collection system, services, laterals, hydrants, valves, meters, and related appurtenances. Coordinates and assigns the daily work activities for the utility crew and monitors progress. Provides technical supervision over less experienced personnel. Instructs and trains personnel engaged in pipeline and facility installation and maintenance work. Ensures that established policies, procedures and safety practices are observed. Creates work orders/requests and tracks work in the Utility section Assists in budget preparation and monitoring. Estimates quantities and ensures materials and equipment are available at the job site. Performs, if needed, the duties of all levels of a Utility Worker. Responds to emergencies as required. Responds/Reports to on-call requests within one (1) hour. Shares in rotational on-call/stand-by duties. Determines and is responsible for traffic control needed at a job site. Operates District vehicle as required in performance of assigned job. Receives daily and short-range work assignments. Evaluates equipment, material and labor requirements, and determines appropriate methods to complete the assignment and lays out work for crews. For the complete job description go to the employment section of our website at www.otaywater.gov. Required Licenses and/or Certifications A valid California Class A Driver’s License and required endorsements is required within three (3) months of employment. Certification in Collection System Maintenance issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade 1 desired. Water Distribution Operator D-2 Certificate issued by California State Water Resources Control Board desired. Minimum Experience, Education, and Training Requirements Experience Five (5) years of experience performing water, wastewater, and water reclamation construction and maintenance work. Education High school diploma or G.E.D Other Information This position will be subject to random drug testing during employment. This is an hourly, non-exempt position. Otay Water District is a Smoking, Tobacco and Nicotine Free Campus. All Otay Water District employees are at-will pursuant to California Water Code, Section 71362.
