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NEOGOV · 14 hours ago

Lead Utilities Maintenance Technician (Internal Only)

Loma Linda, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$73K/yr - $98K/yr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Lead Utilities Maintenance Technician for the City of Loma Linda. This role involves advanced duties related to the operation and maintenance of water utility systems while providing technical leadership and direction to staff.

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Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership, training, and guidance to assigned staff and coordinate, prioritize, and monitor daily work assignments to ensure tasks are completed safely and in accordance with established procedures

Perform advanced maintenance, repair, installation, and inspection of water utility infrastructure, including pipelines, valves, hydrants, meters, storm drains, and related facilities within the assigned specialty

Respond to customer inquiries, service requests, and complaints. Investigate issues and implement corrective actions as appropriate

Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with City standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines

Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles used in utilities maintenance activities

Prepare, review, and maintain accurate records, reports, work orders, and other documentation related to maintenance and operations

Ensure compliance with safety rules, confined space requirements, traffic control standards, and other applicable regulations

Responsible for preparing, inputting, and submitting a wide range of state-mandated and annual reports for the State of California (CIWQS)

Respond to emergency situations, including after-hours call-outs, and provide on-site leadership during emergency repairs

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Qualification

Water Distribution OperationsMaintenanceRepairCustomer ServiceTechnical LeadershipRegulatory ComplianceRecord KeepingSafety PracticesProblem SolvingTeam BuildingTrainingGuidanceConflict ResolutionCommunication SkillsAdaptability

Required

Two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience in one or more areas of water system operations, including distribution, customer service, metering, collections, or storm drain systems

High school graduation or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency

Possession of a State Water Resources Control Board Grade II Water Distribution (D2) Operator certificate is required at time of application

A valid California Class B driver's license, acceptable driving record, and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle insurance program

Possession of a California Water Environment Association Collection System Maintenance Level 2 (C2) certificate within one (1) year of appointment

Provide coverage outside of normal work hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, responding to emergency calls on short notice

Benefits

Paid Leave: Years of Service Hours Accrued 1 Month - 5 Years 10.67 6 - 10 14 11 14.66 12 15.33 13 16 14 16.66 15+ 17.33

Sick Leave: Four (4) hours for each full calendar month of continuous service.

Holidays: Eleven (11) paid holidays.

Floating Holiday: One (1) per year.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The EAP offers confidential counseling and referral services to support well-being and resilience in work and life to City employees and members of their household.

Life Insurance: The City provides 100% of premiums for employee term life and AD&D coverage equal to one times the member’s annual salary, up to a maximum of $150,000.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Effective January 1, 2025, the City provides $2,100.00 monthly allotment for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Up to $350 dollars in unused cafeteria benefits can be taken as taxable cash or contributed to a 457(b) deferred compensation plan.

Retirement Plan: California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) Classic Member 2% @ 55 PEPRA 2% @ 62

Disability Insurance: City paid Short Term Disability (STD) and Long Term Disability (LTD) through Lincoln Financial.

Deferred Compensation 457(b) Plan: All employees in this unit are eligible to contribute to this voluntary plan.

Tuition Reimbursement: $5,000 per fiscal year.