GENERAL JOB FUNCTION
Are you passionate about ensuring the efficient operation and management of vital water resources? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where attention to detail and quick decision-making are paramount? If so, we invite you to join our team at Contra Costa Water District as a Water Use Efficiency Technician.
CCWD is an innovative leader in water management and provides employees with a fast-paced and stable work environment that encourages professional growth and development.
The Mission of the CCWD is to strategically provide a reliable supply of high-quality water at the lowest cost possible, in an environmentally responsible manner.
FLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: Local 39 POSITION DESCRIPTION Under supervision, assists in implementing various water conservation programs for the District; performs residential, commercial and landscape water audits at various customer field locations; participates in public outreach activities designed to promote water conservation.
Positions in this classification are involved in the ongoing conduct of field-based water auditing and conservation activities. Incumbents deal with the public inside their homes and businesses where considerable tact, initiative and discretion are required. This class is distinguished from specialist positions assigned to the Water Conservation Program in that the latter are engaged in more program development, data analysis, and report writing, as well as in the conduct of the more complex water audits.
The Contra Costa Water District seeks a motivated individual to join the Water Use Efficiency Team. The position is part time with variable days depending on business needs and customer demand. The hours are generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. but may occasionally vary depending on business needs. The current job opening is for a part-time temporary (maximum six-month time frame) position.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs indoor residential water audits by conducting field inspections and tests, including those for leaky toilets and sinks; calculates flow rates of showers and faucets, installs low flow shower heads, toilet dams and instructs customers on other ways to save water in and around the home.
Conducts outdoor audits including setting out beakers on lawns, testing sprinkler systems, calculating the amount of water in each beaker, pointing out deficiencies in sprinkler placement and developing a watering schedule for the customer; teaches customers how to read their own water meter and recommends installation of water saving plumbing fixtures.
Performs field inspections and measurements at customer locations; reviews water use records and calculates annual water consumption by site.
Meets with customers in person at their homes and places of business; answers their inquiries and provides general information and advice on water conservation measures and practices.
Answers the phone, sends out educational materials, processes forms, keeps simple records, files and statistics of work activities; performs data entry work using a computer, if required.
Serves as the District's representative at community fairs or trade shows to promote water conservation techniques.
Gives oral reports on work performed and prepares simple written reports, upon request.
Operates a motor vehicle, a personal computer (if required), and uses basic hand tools; performs all work in accordance with safe work practices.
Assists customer services staff in responding to or resolving unusual customer problems or complaints, upon request.
May assist professional staff in conducting other program activities, including commercial and landscape audits.
Performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: Completion of the twelfth grade, or its equivalent.
EXPERIENCE: Two years of work experience either (1) in water conservation, landscaping, plumbing or a related field, or (2) in field or office work involving frequent customer contact.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:Knowledge of basic principles and practices of gardening and irrigation systems; basic principles of plumbing; basic principles of customer service; proper spelling, grammar, punctuation and sentence construction.
Ability to make mathematical calculations of moderate difficulty.
Understand, interpret and apply District policies to field situations.
Analyze water conservation problems, identify alternatives and recommend solutions.
Learn and operate a personal computer, if required to do so.
Understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Must pass a physical examination before employment with the District.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Contra Costa Water District is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based upon race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other actual or perceived status protected under federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on individual qualifications and performance.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION One of the many CCWD goals is to pursue organizational excellence through diversity, equity, inclusivity, leadership, and professionalism. We recognize the strengths of staff creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and improved decision-making resulting from diverse perspectives, and we strive to be a culturally diverse organization that values, recognizes, and supports inclusion.
CONVICTION HISTORY A condition of employment for all CCWD positions includes successfully passing a Department of Justice Live Scan fingerprint check and completion of the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. Additionally, in compliance with federal law, CCWD participates in E-Verify.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER All CCWD employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. As such, CCWD employees may be called upon to support the activities of CCWD during an emergency situation.
For regular-status, non-temporary positions:
In addition to a competitive salary, the Contra Costa Water District offers an excellent benefits package!
Stationary Engineers, Local 39 benefits include:
- Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Employer-paid short term and long-term disability insurance
- Voluntary participation in the Flexible Spending Accounts for dependent care and healthcare reimbursements
- Voluntary participation in the 457(b) deferred compensation plan
- 11 paid holidays plusan additional 16 hours for floating holidaysper year
- Vacation accrual at 10 days peryearduring the first three years; 13 days per year accrual in yearsthree to five; with additionalaccrual increases thereafter
- 96 hours of sick leave accrual per year
- Employer-paid retiree health insurance for retiree and dependents. Local 39 employees currently contribute 2.5% of base pay on a pretax basis for this benefit. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, are subject to a 10-year District-servicevesting period to be eligible for fully paid retiree medical upondirect retirement from the District. The District contracts with CalPERS for medical benefits.
- A defined benefit retirement plan; reciprocity with CalPERS and CalPERS reciprocal agencies. (Reciprocal agency service does not count toward the 5-year or 10-yearvesting requirement for fully paid retiree medical.) The defined benefit is 2.35% at 55for those withclassic reciprocity.New hires who are not eligible for classicreciprocity areeligible forthe 2% at 62 PEPRAdefined benefit.
- Participation in Social Security and Medicare
- Extensive Wellness Program including 50% employer-paid gym membership, up to $40.00 per month
- Health Insurance Credit for self and/or eligible dependents who have other medical benefit coverage
- Educational Assistance Program up to $3,000 per year per employee
- Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and referral services
- Employees receive free admission to Los Vaqueros Reservoir that offers recreation areas, fishing, boating, and hiking trails.
- Bilingual services pay
- And more.
For additional information andthe full details,eligibility, and provisions regarding the District's applicable benefits package , please visit:
Benefit Brochure
Closing Date/Time: 5/1/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
