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Utilities Dispatcher
- Vernon, California United States
- CITY OF VERNON, CA
- Jun 26, 2026
- $140,129.60 - $170,331.20 Annually - Full Time
CITY OF VERNON, CA

The City of Vernon is an industrial city of 5.2 square miles located several miles to the southeast of Downtown Los Angeles in Southern California. Founded in 1905 as the first exclusively industrial city in the Southwestern United States, Vernon currently houses more than 1,800 businesses that employ approximately 50,000 people, serving as a vital economic engine in the region. Offering an environment uniquely friendly to business, Vernon is the home to industries including food and agriculture, apparel, steel, plastics, logistics and home furnishings. Vernon maintains strong philanthropic ties with the neighboring communities where much of its workforce lives, providing significant financial support for public services like health care and education.
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- $140,129.60 - $170,331.20 Annually
- Full Time
- Jun 26, 2026
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF VERNON

UTILITIES DISPATCHER

MONTHLY SALARY: $11,678 - $14,194

PLUS, AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE
FINAL FILING DEADLINE SUNDAY, JULY 19, 2026 , 11:59 PM OR ONCE 100 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL TWO FULL-TIME VACANCIES IN THE PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT AND TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.

Under basic supervision, monitors real-time operations and maintenance activities of the City's electric generation and distribution systems; assigns operations and maintenance tasks to electric operators; oversees Critical Control Center activities including electric distribution, gas distribution monitoring and water distribution and pressure; tracks electric market fluctuations.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Monitors real-time operations and maintenance activities of the electric generation, sub-transmission, distribution systems and water distribution system; Monitors gas system on SCADA; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with City policies, safety and quality standards; duties may vary according to job assignment.
Oversees activities of and assigns emergency, operational and maintenance tasks to Electric Operators
Oversees Control Center activities such as distribution of electricity, maintaining positive water pressure through the use of ground water wells and booster pumps, and tracks electric market fluctuations.
Schedules route changes to ensure flow of electricity; notifies appropriate agencies of changes; reenergizes circuits or lines for public safety and creates schedules for weekend coverage.
Monitors production and generation conditions by way of alarms, telemetry, status, modes of operation, or similar notifications.
Compiles, calculates and prepares routine gas, electric, water and bulk power reports, notifications or ad hoc reports on system disturbances, emergencies, or any unusual operating condition or action.
Coordinates and documents routine maintenance and unscheduled restoration activities with outside contractors.
Performs all of the functions and work tasks of the Electric Operator position including providing shift coverage when necessary.
Acts as primary point of contact for after-hours non-public safety calls for service.
Performs after hour/weekend/holiday monitoring of water distribution system in the absence of water crews.
Supports the relationship between the City of Vernon and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
High School diploma or GED; AND three years of electric utility operations experience.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:
City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
Electric, water, gas and bulk power utility operating concepts.
Basic electric principles, procedures and components, power system operations including power plant operations; fundamentals of alternating current circuits, and electric safety policies and procedures.
Occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work.
Personal computer operations.

Skill in:
Monitoring and applying control system principles rationally to solve practical problems and to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Keeping records as required by regulatory agencies.
Operating personal computers and specialized software applications including SCADA systems.
Remaining calm under stress or emergency conditions.
Maintaining a strong sense of propriety concerning confidential matters.
Building relationships and fostering teamwork and communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with managers, fellow employees, contractors, representatives from other utilities, outside consultants and the general public.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A valid California State Driver’s License is required. A valid State of California Grade II Water Distribution License is desired and must be obtained within two years after the probationary period ends.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an electric generation plant; may to be exposed to energized equipment. Works rotating shifts, nights and weekends or a mutually agreed upon set schedule as required.
Pursuant to California Government Code §3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisors or by law.
SELECTION PROCESS: Completed application packets will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process, which may include a written exam and a virtual panel interview scheduled. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information or include required attachments may lead to elimination from consideration. Applications must be submitted online . If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. To view the complete job description, please visit our website at www.cityofvernon.org. It is the applicant’s responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information.

“The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer”

CITY OF VERNON - HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

Leslie Alvarado, Human Resources Technician

lalvarado@cityofvernonca . gov

(323) 583-8811, ext. 312

The City of Vernon offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental vision, life, and long term disability insurance.

Retirement Benefit : Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS):

Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are new CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% at 62 benefit formula. New members will be required to pay 7% as their member contribution.

An employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% at 55 benefit formula. Classic employees urrently pay an 8% employee contribution and a 3% share of the employer contribution.

Cafeteria Benefits Plan : The City offers a monthly allowance towards the purchase of a HMO, PPO or HSA medical plan for the employee and their family members. Any remaining amount can be used towards the purchase of a HMO or PPO Dental planand Vision coverage for dependents. Vision coverage is included at no cost to the employee. Supplemental Insurance plans are available.

Holiday pay : The City has 13 authorized holidays per calendar year.

Bilingual pay : Employees in eligible positions who successfully demonstrate Spanish speaking skills would be eligible to receive an additional $275.00 a month.

Vacation 4/10 Schedule:
Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual
1st year thru 4th year 80hrs; 3.08 accrual rate
5th year thru 9th year 100hrs; 3.85 accrual rate
10th year thru 14th year 120hrs; 4.62 accrual rate
15th year thru 24th year 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate
25th year and more 190hrs; 7.31 accrual rate
City offers vacation cash out.

Vacation 12-Hour Rotation Shift (DuPont Schedule):
Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual
1st year thru 9th year 120hrs; 4.62 accrual rate
10th year thru 14th year 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate
15th year and more 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate (160hrs. + one week's equivalent salary on anniversary date and each anniversary date thereafter).

Sick Leave : 80 hours of sick leave per calendar year, at a rate of 3.08 hours per pay period.

Tuition Reimbursement : $2,200.00 is available to those who satisfactorily complete job related college courses.

Other Benefits : Most employees work a 4/10 schedule. In addition, the City offers paid parental leave, bereavement leave and jury duty.

Miscellaneous Benefits : The City provides an interest-free loan program for the purchase of a computer, corrective eye surgery and a hearing aide device.

The City of Vernon encourages you to log onto our website for the benefit details www.cityofvernon.org

Closing Date/Time: 7/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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CITY OF VERNON, CA

The City of Vernon is an industrial city of 5.2 square miles located several miles to the southeast of Downtown Los Angeles in Southern California. Founded in 1905 as the first exclusively industrial city in the Southwestern United States, Vernon currently houses more than 1,800 businesses that employ approximately 50,000 people, serving as a vital economic engine in the region. Offering an environment uniquely friendly to business, Vernon is the home to industries including food and agriculture, apparel, steel, plastics, logistics and home furnishings. Vernon maintains strong philanthropic ties with the neighboring communities where much of its workforce lives, providing significant financial support for public services like health care and education.
CITY OF VERNON, CA
- Vernon, California, United States
- https://www.cityofvernon.org/
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