Top 134 Water Jobs in Wilmington, Ca

Distribution Lead Operator
WaterWorkForce —Hawthorne, CA
- $40 - $61 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Water Operations Manager
Project Partners —South Gate, CA
- $65 - $77 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
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Wastewater Project Manager
Project Partners —Fountain Valley, CA
- $95 - $110 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- 8 years
- Driver's License
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR I
City of Signal Hill, CA —Signal Hill, CA
- $65,677.33 - $83,822.79 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Water Distribution Operator I
Golden State Water Company —Gardena, CA
- $24.28 - $29.14 an hour
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Water Treatment Operator 5885 B (Revised 05-05-26)
City of Los Angeles, CA —Los Angeles, CA
- $81,703 - $142,025 a year
- Full-time
- OSHA
- Entry level
- On-the-job training
Senior Administrative Analyst
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California —Los Angeles, CA
- $58.62 - $77.13 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
9d
Administrative Analyst III (C)
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California —Los Angeles, CA
- $52.56 - $69.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Dental insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
2d
Water Service Worker I/II
City of La Palma, CA —La Palma, CA
- $55,103.73 - $73,844.26 a year
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Math
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
13d
Laboratory Technician (Organic)
Orange County Water District —Fountain Valley, CA
- $78,936 - $98,592 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
2d
Water Distribution Operator I or II
Golden State Water Company —Norwalk, CA
- $24.28 - $39.55 an hour
- Background check
- Heavy equipment operation
- Writing skills
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Engineering Technician I
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California —Los Angeles, CA
- $43.37 - $57.05 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Office Assistant II
Golden State Water Company —Santa Fe Springs, CA
- $23.28 - $37.36 an hour
- Background check
- Writing skills
- English
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Water Supply Operator I
Golden State Water Company —Hawthorne, CA
- $26.61 - $34.59 an hour
- Background check
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Water Utility Analyst/Senior Water Utility Analyst
City of Orange, CA —Orange, CA
- $81,972 - $122,088 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Word processing
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
18h
Supervisor II, Water Quality
Liberty Utilities —Downey, CA
- $120,000 - $160,000 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Employee assistance program
Sales Operations Associate
FIJI Water Company —Los Angeles, CA
- $28 - $31 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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10d
Water System Operator II (Distribution)
City of Downey, CA —Downey, CA
- $4,504.00 - $5,579.60 a month
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
- Life insurance
Water Distribution Supervisor
City of Santa Monica —Santa Monica, CA
- $113,921.60 - $140,649.60 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- Heavy equipment operation
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
10d
Water Treatment Technician
Momar Inc —Santa Fe Springs, CA
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Distribution Lead Operator

WaterWorkForce
Hawthorne, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$40 - $61 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Mechanical valves
Water utility distribution
Managing water infrastructure teams
Emergency utilities outage response
Contractor management
Equipment repair
Operations coordination planning
Restoration
Safe Drinking Water Act
Municipal utility installation projects
Water treatment regulatory compliance
Meter installation
Driver's License
Construction plans
Meter maintenance
Construction drawing review
Mentoring
Emergency response readiness
Water treatment equipment maintenance
Hydraulics
Piping system maintenance
Operations planning
Water quality standards

Full Job Description

Position Summary

WaterWorkforce, Inc. is seeking an experienced water distribution professional to support the City of Hawthorne’s water distribution system. Depending on the selected candidate’s experience, certifications, technical expertise, and leadership background, this position may be filled at either the Distribution Operations Lead or Senior Lead Operator level.

This position serves as a field and technical leader responsible for supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the water distribution system. Responsibilities include coordinating daily field activities, directing construction and maintenance work, responding to emergencies, providing technical guidance to operators, and supporting regulatory compliance and water-quality requirements.

Candidates selected at the Senior Lead Operator level will be expected to provide a higher level of technical leadership, assist the Operations Supervisor with complex operational decisions and field coordination, mentor Lead Operators and other personnel, and may serve as Acting Operations Supervisor when needed.

Key Responsibilities

Field Operations Leadership

Assign and coordinate daily field activities, work assignments, staffing, equipment, and materials.
Provide technical leadership and operational support to distribution personnel.
Coordinate construction, maintenance, repair, and service activities.
Review work orders, field reports, inspection records, and system conditions.
Coordinate activities with production, treatment, maintenance, contractors, and customer service personnel.
Assist with establishing operational priorities and resolving field issues.
Provide direction during emergency repairs and service restoration activities.
Senior-level candidates may assist the Operations Supervisor with complex operational decisions and provide guidance to other Lead Operators.

Distribution System Operations

Oversee and coordinate activities involving:

Water main repairs.
Service line installations and repairs.
Meter installations and maintenance.
Valve exercising, maintenance, and replacement.
Hydrant maintenance and repairs.
Leak investigations.
Distribution system flushing.
System shutdowns and valve isolations.
Service interruptions and restoration of water service.

Ensure repairs and installations are properly disinfected, flushed, sampled, documented, and returned to service.

Review distribution maps, valve records, construction plans, specifications, and as-built drawings as needed.

Investigate pressure, flow, leakage, and service-related issues and assist with determining appropriate corrective actions.

Support water-loss reduction and distribution system preventive-maintenance programs.

Water Quality & Regulatory Compliance

Support distribution system water-quality monitoring and bacteriological sampling activities.
Monitor chlorine residuals and ensure proper flushing and disinfection procedures are followed.
Assist with investigating water-quality concerns and customer complaints.
Support compliance with applicable California drinking-water regulations, Title 22 requirements, and AWWA standards.
Assist with regulatory inspections, reporting requirements, and corrective actions.
Ensure accurate completion of operational records, sampling documentation, work orders, and field reports.

Maintenance & Asset Management

Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities for distribution system infrastructure.
Assist with planning repairs and replacement of water mains, valves, hydrants, meters, and service lines.
Coordinate or support contractor activities and field oversight.
Assist with asset-condition assessments and infrastructure replacement planning.
Support capital improvement projects involving distribution system facilities.
Review completed work orders, material usage, and maintenance documentation.

Emergency Response

Respond to water main breaks, pressure losses, service interruptions, and water-quality emergencies.
Make or assist with operational decisions during outages and emergency conditions.
Provide technical direction during emergency repairs and system restoration.
Coordinate shutdowns, system isolation, flushing, sampling, public notifications, and return-to-service activities as appropriate.
Assist with coordinating personnel, contractors, equipment, and materials during emergencies.
Participate in standby and after-hours emergency response activities.
Support post-incident review and improvements to emergency-response procedures.

Safety & Field Coordination

Promote compliance with WaterWorkforce safety policies and applicable Cal/OSHA requirements.
Ensure proper traffic control, excavation safety, trench protection, confined-space procedures, and personal protective equipment are used.
Conduct or support jobsite safety briefings and pre-task planning.
Identify unsafe conditions and take appropriate corrective action.
Promote safe equipment operation, vehicle use, and jobsite practices.

Training & Development

Mentor and train distribution operators and field personnel.
Provide technical guidance related to water main repairs, disinfection, sampling, valve operations, maintenance, and emergency response.
Assist with certification advancement and employee development.
Promote safety, professionalism, teamwork, and operational excellence.
Assist with the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures and field checklists.
Senior Lead candidates may provide mentoring and technical guidance to Distribution Lead Operators and assist with more advanced field and operational training.

Required Qualifications

Candidates will be considered for the appropriate level based on their overall qualifications and experience.

Distribution Operations Lead

California Water Distribution Operator Grade D3 Certification.
California Water Treatment Operator Grade T2 Certification.
Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible water distribution or water utility operations experience.
Strong hands-on experience with water main repairs, service installations, valves, hydrants, meters, and distribution system maintenance.
Working knowledge of distribution system operations, disinfection, flushing, sampling, and service restoration.
Ability to coordinate field crews, equipment, and emergency-response activities.
Ability to read and interpret distribution maps, plans, and utility records.
Valid California Driver License.

Senior Lead Operator

Candidates considered for the Senior Lead Operator level should possess the qualifications above, plus:

Minimum seven (7) years of progressively responsible water distribution or water utility operations experience.
Minimum two (2) years of lead operator or comparable leadership experience.
Advanced knowledge of distribution system operations, hydraulics, disinfection, flushing, sampling, and service restoration.
Extensive experience coordinating field crews, contractors, equipment, and emergency-response activities.
Strong knowledge of California drinking-water regulations and applicable distribution system standards.
Demonstrated ability to resolve complex operational and field issues.
Experience mentoring or providing technical direction to other operators.
Ability to assist management with operational planning and serve in an elevated leadership capacity when needed.

Preferred Qualifications

California Water Treatment Operator Grade T3 Certification.
Class A or B Commercial Driver License.
Heavy equipment experience.
Advanced water distribution certifications.
Experience with utility construction, infrastructure rehabilitation, or capital improvement projects.

Position Level

The final position title and level will be determined based on the selected candidate’s certifications, years of experience, demonstrated technical knowledge, leadership experience, and ability to independently manage complex distribution-system operations.

Qualified candidates may be hired as either:

Distribution Operations Lead

Senior Lead Operator – Distribution Operations

Candidates do not need to meet the Senior Lead Operator criteria to be considered for the Distribution Operations Lead position.

Pay: $40.00 - $61.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Grade 3 Distribution & Grade 2 Treatment Certificate (Required)

Work Location: In person

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water jobs in wilmington, ca

Distribution Lead Operator

Water Operations Manager

Wastewater Project Manager

WATER SYSTEMS OPERATOR I

Water Distribution Operator I

Water Treatment Operator 5885 B (Revised 05-05-26)

Senior Administrative Analyst

Administrative Analyst III (C)

Water Service Worker I/II

Laboratory Technician (Organic)

Water Distribution Operator I or II

Engineering Technician I

Office Assistant II

Water Supply Operator I

Water Utility Analyst/Senior Water Utility Analyst

Supervisor II, Water Quality

Sales Operations Associate

Water System Operator II (Distribution)

Water Distribution Supervisor

Water Treatment Technician

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