Water Distribution Operator I/II

Water Distribution Operator I/II

Water Distribution Operator I: $73,352.18 - $88,617.42 Annually Water Distribution Operator II: $84,355.40 - $101,910.51 Annually

Upcoming salary increases:

• 2.5% Salary Increase effective January 2027
• 3.5% Salary Increase effective July 2027
• 3.25% Salary Increase effective July 2028
• 2.85% Salary Increase effective July 2029

Prior years of public service vacation accrual credit: Full-time service in a City, County, State, Federal Agency, or Special District may be counted towards vacation accrual tiers at the City of Napa

Are you experienced in repairing water meters and underground distribution pipelines? Do you have general construction and field maintenance experience? Has your positive attitude and calm demeanor allowed you to excel in dynamic environments? Are you someone who is dependable, motivated, and takes pride in being a valuable member of a hardworking team?

Join the City of Napa's Water Distribution Division and employ your technical skills to better serve our community!

The City of Napa Utilities - Water Distribution Division is seeking to fill multiple openings for a Water Distribution Operator I/II to install, operate, maintain, and repair the City's water distribution system and water meters. These positions will be primarily assigned to construction and repair of underground distribution pipelines. We are looking for individuals who are eager to support various aspects of water distribution operations in order to make repairs, perform job site safety, install trench shoring, and implement temporary traffic control zones. The ideal candidate will be a strong problem solver, utilizing mechanical skills and repair experience to better serve our community. Our Water Distribution Operators are responsible for maintaining and repairing water mains, service laterals, fire hydrants, valves, meters, meter vaults and other water system facilities using a wide variety of hand tools, pneumatic tools, and hydraulic tools such as jackhammer, shovel, spade, and tamper. As a Water Distribution Operator I/II, you will set up traffic control including signs and barricades, and direct traffic around work sites; operate large trucks and medium-sized construction equipment such as loaders, backhoes, trenching machines, compressors, slope mowers, harvesters, and excavators; participate in the excavation of concrete, pavement, dirt and backfills open trenches and complete surfaces "to-finish" as appropriate; and operate leak detection and pipe locating equipment. You will work in collaboration with your fellow team members in the Utilities Department, as well as other departments in order to ensure success and safety for residents.

Special requirements: Water Distribution Operator I and II – Possession at the time of hire and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required. Possession within six (6) months of hire and continued maintenance of a California Class B Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsements is required. Water Distribution Operator I – Possession within six (6) months of hire and continued maintenance of a Grade D1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State of California is required. Water Distribution Operator II – Possession within six (6) months of hire and continued maintenance of a Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State of California is required.

***Tentative timeline for testing - please save the below dates on your calendar!*** Performance exam is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday, December 8, 2026 and Wednesday, December 9, 2026. The performance exam is tentatively scheduled to take place on Tuesday, December 8, 2026 and Wednesday, December 9, 2026. During the performance exam, candidates will be asked to participate in a hands-on skills testing component where you will perform a variety of tasks related to duties of this role, such as interacting with tools and equipment as applicable to the Water Distribution Operator I/II position. In-person panel interviews are tentatively scheduled to take place on Tuesday, December 15, 2026 and Wednesday, December 16, 2026.

Ideal candidates for the Water Distribution Operator I/II role will have shown success in demonstrating the following competencies:

• Technical knowledge and skill
• Decision making
• Safety focus
• Collaborating
• Emotional intelligence
• Adaptability
• Planning and organizing

Benefits package: In addition to the competitive salary and upcoming salary increases listed above, the City of Napa offers an attractive benefits package including:

• Vacation leave - New employees can accrue up to 104 vacation hours annually.
• Prior years of public service vacation accrual credit - Full-time service in a City, County, State, Federal Agency, or Special District may be counted towards vacation accrual tiers at the City of Napa.
• Paid holidays - 15 paid holidays per year.
• Personal leave - 4 hours per year.
• Sick leave - Employees can accrue up to 96 hours annually.
• Dental and medical insurance plans - The City provides significant contributions to dental and medical plans.
• Retirement - The City participates in the CalPERS retirement pension system.
• Deferred compensation program - Employees are eligible to enroll in a 457 Plan and the City contributes $83.33 per month to a 457 plan.
• Life insurance and AD&D - $50,000 of coverage paid for by the City.
• Phone stipend - Up to $110 per month
• Tuition reimbursement - $2,000 per year
• Stand by pay - $525 per week as assigned

Flexible work schedule: Additionally, our Utilities Department offers the flexibility of a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off) which allows employees to enjoy a three-day weekend every weekend to promote work/life balance. Positions in this classification are flexibly staffed. This position may be hired at the I or II level depending upon qualifications and experience.