Founded in 1866, San Jose Water Company is an investor owned water company headquartered in Silicon Valley. With a service area of 140 square miles, it is one of the largest and most technically sophisticated urban water system in the United States. We serve over 1 million people with high quality, life sustaining water, with an emphasis on exceptional customer service.


We are actively seeking talented, driven and highly-productive applicants for the position of Crewleader C to join our dynamic team. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment along with a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.  

Under limited supervision of Department Supervisors, perform a variety of maintenance and operating procedures involving certain skills in the repair and installation of all sizes, types, and kinds of mains, services, and appurtenances; performs related work as required.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Generally, direct the work of two Distribution System Workers, and may direct additional labor and equipment as required by the assigned job.
  




• Direct use of truck, tools and equipment, and the various methods used to locate, install and repair mains, valves, services, hydrants, etc.
  




• Support Operations Workers with shut-downs and other maintenance and installation work in or around lake reservoirs, tanks, structures or other company facilities or contracted work as required. 
  




• Train and evaluate new Distribution System Workers on 3-month rotations to perform effectively in their role.
  




• Perform operations and distribution system maintenance and installation work, with a minimum of support crews and resources (backhoe, asphalt saw, USA locators, valve crew, etc.).
  




• Procure and expedite all parts and materials to job sites.
  




• Prepare necessary reports and other documentation as required.
  




• Assure work is done in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with Company policy and safety standards.
  




• Report to Supervisors any irregularities or safety hazards and comply with all local, state and federal agency regulatory procedures, practices and requirements.
  




• Perform and keep accurate documentation for contract repair, maintenance and installation in the distribution system work outside of the SJWC system.
  




• Assure quality work is performed to Company and department standards and specifications, or other contract standards and specifications, as required.
  




• Provide weekend ("C") or grave ("G") emergency maintenance support to other departments.
  




• Provide logistic support for weekend community events throughout the service area as required (Crewleader "C" only).
  
  
  
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a current, valid California Class B driver's license with air brake endorsement, and a satisfactory driving record.
  




• Possession of a valid California DDW Grade 1 Water Distribution Operator Certification.
  




• Completion of "competent person" training for trenching and shoring certification.
  




• Working knowledge of the identification and use of common hand and power tools, common equipment.
  




• Ability to perform strenuous outdoor physical work requiring manual dexterity, agility, strength, stamina and coordination.
  




• Demonstrate proficiency in job site management in distribution system maintenance and installation.
  




• Ability to accurately give and to carry out oral and written instructions and demonstrate procedures.
  




• Ability to use independent judgment and initiative.
  




• Ability to respond to distribution system emergencies with minimal planning.
  




• Working knowledge of company service area and system.
  




• Seven (7) years of prior distribution system experience working under the direction of the Distribution System Department.
  




• Have knowledge of applicable safety practices as required by governmental agencies related to SJWC work.
  




• Basic computer skills, and the ability to learn and use various software programs.
  




• Must possess any additional certifications and licenses necessary to meet state requirements for the performance of work assignments as a Crewleader C or Crewleader G.

  
  
  
  
  
  

Compensation:



$54.564-$63.853

EEO Statement

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.