UTILITY CRAFTSWORKER, WATER RESOURCES

Department of Water Resources · Contra Costa County

Salary: $6,905 – $8,255 per month

Closes: 2026-11-18T00:00:00.000Z

Job description and requirements

Job Description and Duties Under the supervision of the Utility Craftsworker Supervisor, Water Resources (WR), the incumbent performs varied skilled work consisting of the inspection, alteration, repair and maintenance of civil features associated with and in support of large hydro facilities such as dams, hydro-electric generating and pumping plants, spillways, aqueducts, water control radials gates, water measuring levies, levee systems, reservoirs, security systems, and Fish Facility Operations. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Strength and ability to repetitively move up to 60 lbs.; ability to bend, stoop, stretch, enter/exit vehicles and heavy equipment, vaults, and structures; ability to ascend/descend stairs and slopes, uneven terrain, climb ladders and work in confined spaces, work while on scaffolding and must be able to carry loads of 25 lbs. up and down stairs and ladders. Must be able to perform strenuous physical work while using dust filters, respirators, self-contained or outside air-supplied equipment. Work outdoors, work irregular hours during emergencies, and travel when required. Overtime may be required. Knowledge and ability required to operate all types of hand tools, power tools, and chainsaws. Knowledge of earthwork and rigging. Good judgment is required to carry out work assignments in a safe, economical, and efficient manner. Must have a valid California Class C license as incumbent will be required to operate automotive vehicles on public roadways as travel to remote areas within the field division is necessary to perform the requirements of this position. Incumbents maintaining a Commercial Class A California Driver’s License are subject to Federal DOT alcohol and substance abuse testing requirements (including random testing) as set forth in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Employee is required to successfully complete all safety training related to the functions of the job. All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination. This position is not eligible for telework. Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: • Experience performing minor repairs to light or heavy equipment • Experience operating hand tools • Basic electrical work experience • Experience measuring and making calculations • Experience framing, concrete pouring or drywall installation • Experience operating earthmoving equipment including, excavator, backhoe loaders or bulldozers • Experience operating material handling equipment including skid steer loader & forklift • Experience operating hoisting equipment such as cranes and/or hoists • Experience operating hauling equipment • Knowledge of underground pipeline or underwater operating systems • Experience in surface preparation including smoothing, shaping and cleaning • Experience calibrating and/or operating spraying equipment • Experience keeping maintenance records • Knowledge of safety procedures The successful candidate should have the ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, maintain consistent and reliable attendance, and have excellent judgment. They should also be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and work proactively to analyze situations and take effective action to complete projects on time and within budget.
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Job Description and Duties

Under the supervision of the Utility Craftsworker Supervisor, Water Resources (WR), the incumbent performs varied skilled work consisting of the inspection, alteration, repair and maintenance of civil features associated with and in support of large hydro facilities such as dams, hydro-electric generating and pumping plants, spillways, aqueducts, water control radials gates, water measuring levies, levee systems, reservoirs, security systems, and Fish Facility Operations.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

Strength and ability to repetitively move up to 60 lbs.; ability to bend, stoop, stretch, enter/exit vehicles and heavy equipment, vaults, and structures; ability to ascend/descend stairs and slopes, uneven terrain, climb ladders and work in confined spaces, work while on scaffolding and must be able to carry loads of 25 lbs. up and down stairs and ladders. Must be able to perform strenuous physical work while using dust filters, respirators, self-contained or outside air-supplied equipment. Work outdoors, work irregular hours during emergencies, and travel when required.
Overtime may be required. Knowledge and ability required to operate all types of hand tools, power tools, and chainsaws. Knowledge of earthwork and rigging. Good judgment is required to carry out work assignments in a safe, economical, and efficient manner.
Must have a valid California Class C license as incumbent will be required to operate automotive vehicles on public roadways as travel to remote areas within the field division is necessary to perform the requirements of this position. Incumbents maintaining a Commercial Class A California Driver’s License are subject to Federal DOT alcohol and substance abuse testing requirements (including random testing) as set forth in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Employee is required to successfully complete all safety training related to the functions of the job.


All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

This position is not eligible for telework.


Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
  • Experience performing minor repairs to light or heavy equipment
  • Experience operating hand tools
  • Basic electrical work experience
  • Experience measuring and making calculations
  • Experience framing, concrete pouring or drywall installation
  • Experience operating earthmoving equipment including, excavator, backhoe loaders or bulldozers
  • Experience operating material handling equipment including skid steer loader & forklift
  • Experience operating hoisting equipment such as cranes and/or hoists
  • Experience operating hauling equipment
  • Knowledge of underground pipeline or underwater operating systems
  • Experience in surface preparation including smoothing, shaping and cleaning
  • Experience calibrating and/or operating spraying equipment
  • Experience keeping maintenance records
  • Knowledge of safety procedures

The successful candidate should have the ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, maintain consistent and reliable attendance, and have excellent judgment. They should also be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and work proactively to analyze situations and take effective action to complete projects on time and within budget.

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Application timeline

Applications close in 14 days, on November 18, 2026.

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This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on November 4, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.

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