Maintenance Worker I

Salary : $68,411.20 - $92,705.60 Annually
Location : Lake Forest, CA, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400006
Department: Operations
Opening Date: 07/29/2026
Closing Date: 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific


Description
FILING DATE
This is an immediate opening. Applications will be accepted until filled.


WORK SCHEDULE
This position is a (9/80) work schedule with nine-hour shifts (7:00a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) Monday - Thursday and eight hour shifts on Friday (7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) with every other Friday off. Under direction of a Crew Chief, perform skilled maintenance work under close supervision associated with installing, maintaining, and repairing water distribution and sewage collection facilities.

Examples of Duties
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Perform skilled maintenance work and assist in the installation, maintenance, replacement and repair of water and sewer mains, services, leaks, fire hydrants, valves, water meters and other water distribution and sewer collection equipment, facilities and appurtenances.
2. May operate a variety of hand and power tools as well as mechanical equipment such as backhoes and skip loaders in the performance of regular duties.
3. Perform concrete and asphalt repair and patchwork to streets, sidewalks, around fire hydrants and other areas damaged or disturbed during maintenance, installation or repair of water distribution and sewage collection facilities.
4. Operate a dump truck, utility truck or other similar type of equipment with an ability to tow small trailers.
5. May advise customers of the potential for service interruptions or other impacts as a result of maintenance, repair, or service installation activities.
6. Maintain and inspect assigned vehicles and equipment including cleaning, routine maintenance, and detection and reporting of equipment malfunctions and breakdowns as needed.
7. Provide for a safe and orderly work environment.
8. Assist in setting up traffic control.
9. Use a computer to perform job related tasks including data entry and time cards.
10. Respond to emergency calls at irregular hours.
11. Perform water quality sampling and testing such as chlorine residual analysis.
12. Perform other related duties as required.

Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Possession of a Class "C" California Driver's License.

3. Ability to obtain a Class "A" California Driver's License.

4. Ability to obtain a California CDPH T-1 Treatment Certificate.
5. Ability to obtain a California CDPH D-1 Distribution Operator

Supplemental Information
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
On a regular basis the following requirements will apply unless otherwise noted.
Ability to operate job related equipment; carry, push, pull, reach for and lift equipment, parts or material weighing up to 60 pounds; walk, sit and/or stand for extended periods of time; walk on uneven terrain and work in an outdoor environment with possible exposure to harsh weather conditions, heavy equipment, dust, noise and potentially hazardous substances; ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist and neck, crawl and climb during maintenance and repair work; work in confined spaces, trenches and elevated areas; occasionally turn valves of different sizes at different pressures. Ability to hear and focus vision for close work and adjust at distances as well as hand to eye coordination required.


SELECTION PROCEDURE
Those applicants whose qualifications most closely match the needs of the position based on experience and training will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may consist of a written test, performance test, oral interview or any combination thereof. The successful candidate will be selected from the list of those determined by the selection process to be among the best qualified. Following a conditional job offer, successful candidate will be required to take and pass a background investigation, including criminal history check, verification of a satisfactory DMV driving record, as well as detailed reference checks and employment verification.

TO APPLY
An El Toro Water District application form must be fully completed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of District application but may be attached. Applications may be obtained from the ETWD website at or by applying in person at the District's Main Office at 24251 Los Alisos Blvd., Lake Forest, California, 92630, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Completed applications may be faxed to: View phone number on click.appcast.io or email to: View email address on click.appcast.io. El Toro Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
El Toro Water District is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability and any other protected category or characteristic protected by law.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, 457 deferred compensation plans, life insurance, short term and long-term disability, educational reimbursement, employee wellness benefit, annual wellness benefit, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
01


Which best describes your experience performing construction, maintenance, or repair work?

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to 1 year
• More than 1 year

02


Do you possess any State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution certifications?

• D1
• D2
• D3
• D4
• D5
• None

03


Do you possess any California Water Treatment Operator Certifications?

• T1
• T2
• None

04


Do you possess a valid California Class C Driver License?

• Yes
• No

05


This position participates in emergency response activities and may be required to work overtime, weekends, holidays, or respond after hours. Are you willing and able to meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

06


This position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions, lifting up to 50 pounds, frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, digging, and working in trenches. Are you able to perform these essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

07


Why are you interested in working for El Toro Water District as a Maintenance Worker I?
Required Question