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City of Loma Linda · 1 day ago

Lead Utilities Maintenance Technician (Internal Only)

Loma Linda, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

City of Loma Linda is seeking a Lead Utilities Maintenance Technician who will perform advanced duties related to the operation, maintenance, repair, and oversight of the City’s water utility systems. The role involves providing technical leadership, training, and guidance to staff while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Government Administration

No H1B

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 OperationsCustomer ServiceSewer Collection MaintenanceTechnical LeadershipRegulatory ComplianceSafety PracticesRecord KeepingProblem SolvingTeam BuildingCustomer InteractionTrainingGuidanceConflict 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

Ability to travel to different sites and locations and be available work on-call, standby, and emergency calls