Wastewater Utility Worker II

Description

The City of Laguna Beach is excited to announce an opportunity for a skilled and knowledgeable professional to join our team as a Wastewater Utility Worker II. This position plays a vital role in the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the City’s wastewater system. As a key member of the team, you will perform a wide variety of duties with a high level of independence, drawing on your experience and sound judgment to support the safe and efficient functioning of wastewater infrastructure. This is a great opportunity for someone who is fully versed in standard operating procedures and is ready to contribute their expertise in a collaborative and service-oriented environment.

Ideal Candidate:

• Availability and Flexibility
• Integrity and Ethics
• Team Centric
• Strong Communication Skills
• Self-Motivated
• Responsibility and Dependability

Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on September 3, 2025.

Examples of Duties

The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description Wastewater Utility Worker II. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.

Experience: Three years (3) years of general maintenance or repair work. Repair of municipal sewer system experience is required.

License/Certificate Requirements:

Due to the performance of field duties that may include the operation of both City commercial and non-commercial vehicles, an applicant must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License and an acceptable driving record at time of hire. AClass Aor B Driver's License is required at the time of hire for Wastewater Utility Worker II.

Required within 12 months of appointment:

• A California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Grade I Certification

Supplemental Information

Special Requirements:

Positions in this series may receive calls for emergency service and may be required to respond during non-scheduled work hours, including evenings, holidays, and weekends. Please refer to the Municipal Employees’ Association Memorandum Of Understanding for details on the Emergency Standby Response Program.

DOT Compliance

In compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and the City's policy on random testing for controlled substances and alcohol for commercially licensed drivers, candidates for this position who are commercially licensed are required to pass a drug test prior to placement in the position. All employees working in this position, who are subject to maintaining a commercial driver's license for the performance of duties, will be enrolled as participants in the City's Random Testing Program for Controlled Substances and Alcohol.

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies in the same or lower classifications.

Application Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review on September 3, 2025. Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to undergo a Structured Panel Interview to evaluate their knowledge, skills and abilities. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of applicants deemed eligible before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.

Pre-employment Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, and a pre-placement physical including a drug test. Education and employment verification and reference check(s) will also be conducted.

Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, retirement plans, and paid time off. The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions:

Work is performed in various environmental conditions, with exposure to outdoor temperature and weather variations, traffic and equipment noise, vibrations, fumes, grease, machinery and moving parts, odors, dust, chemicals such as cleaning solvents, and raw sewage. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, or more than 50 pounds, with assistance; sit, stand, squat, kneel, climb stairs, stoop, and walk for prolonged periods; and get from one location to another in the course of doing business.

Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading work-related documents and using the computer, and acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. An employee generally works outdoors. The employee will travel to different locations and be exposed to inclement weather conditions, noise, vibration, dust, or potentially hazardous chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high, and the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones and/or members of the public. The nature of the work also requires incumbents to drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Laguna Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. EEO/ADA.

Click here for the link to the MOUs.

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• City of Laguna Beach

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