Utilities Operations Specialist Full Time NEW

Amazing opportunity for skilled Utilities (sewer/water) candidates!

Tahoe City Public Utility District (TCPUD) is seeking a skilled utility professional to join our team as a Utilities Operations Specialist II or III. The primary focus of this position will be completing work at TCPUD’s water treatment plant; however, the selected candidate will also be expected to perform the full range of duties and responsibilities within the Utilities Operations Department as needed. The position may be filled at the Utilities Operations Specialist II or III level, depending on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. While both levels perform similar duties, the Utilities Operations Specialist III is distinguished by a greater level of experience and the ability to perform tasks with less direct supervision and increased independence.

Position Highlights:

Below is a sample of the essential functions of this position. For a full list of the essential functions, please see job description located at https://tcpud.org/jobs

Utilities Specialist II or III

• Assist with operations at water treatment plant and related equipment including daily checks, accurate and thorough record keeping, visual inspections, remote inspections via telemetry, and basic maintenance operations.
• Monitor and participate in the adjustment of chlorine levels in compliance with public health regulations as well as the distribution and ordering of chlorine as needed to meet required levels.
• Monitor and participate in the installation of new water and sewer mains and appurtenant facilities, the repair of existing mains and service lines and appurtenant facilities, and the maintenance and cleaning of sewer lines.
• Respond to customer requests, concerns and complaints regarding the District’s water and wastewater systems.
• Monitor and participate in the District’s water and wastewater systems operations; sampling and testing water and wastewater, adjusting chemicals as necessary, verifying and recording results and findings and preparing necessary and required reports and logs.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this position will have a combination of education and experience that would give them the necessary qualifications. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Two (2) to three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing work in utilities (water and sewer) operations

Certification & Licensing Requirements:

• Possession of valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and driving record that complies with District policy is required.
• Possession of a valid T1 or T2 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Department of Public Health.
• Possession of a valid D2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Department of Public Health.
• Possession of a valid Grade II Collection System Maintenance Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

TCPUD offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

The pay range for Utilities Operations Specialist II is $40.82- $53.06 per hour and for Utilities Operations Specialist III is $46.00 – $59.79 per hour. Placement in the pay range will be based on qualifications and experience.

Retirement: The District participates in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System

(CalPERS).

Deferred Compensation: The District participates in the CalPERS 457 Plan with a 2% contribution made by TCPUD.

Medical Insurance: The District currently provides and pays the full premium for employee plus qualified dependents for the CalPERS Gold PPO Plan.

Dental and Vision Insurance: The District currently provides and pays the full premium for a

$1,500 annual dental benefit for employee plus qualified dependents and a $500 annual vision benefit for employee plus qualified dependents.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Interested and qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, and a completed job application to cdelone@tcpud.org. TCPUD’s job application can be found at https://tcpud.org/jobs. Please note, candidates must submit a cover letter resume, and TCPUD application in order to be considered.

This position is open until filled. Resumes and applications will be screened relative to the criteria outlined in the job description. Candidates with the most relevant experience and qualifications will be invited to an in-person interview.

The first review of applications will be Friday, October 24, 2025

For more information, visit www.tcpud.org or contact Caty DeLone, Human Resources Manager (530) 580-6043 or cdelone@tcpud.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.82 – $59.79 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person