assistant utility craftsworker superintendent, water res

Under general direction of the Utility Craftsworker Superintendent, Water Resources, the Assistant Utility Craftsworker Superintendent will act as an assistant to the Superintendent and is assigned direct responsibility over smaller portions of the Delta Field Division Project and assists with supervision of mobile equipment staff. Incumbent will have direct responsibility of several crews and is responsible for supervision through subordinate supervisors of 15-25 employees engaged in construction, repair, maintenance or mobile equipment work within the Delta Field Division.

The reporting location for this position is Byron, CA.This position is not eligible for telework.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSISTANT UTILITY CRAFTSWORKER SUPERINTENDENT, WATER RES

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-489303

Position #(s):

XX

Working Title:

ASSISTANT UTILITY CRAFTSWORKER SUPERINTENDENT

Classification:

ASSISTANT UTILITY CRAFTSWORKER SUPERINTENDENT, WATER RES

$8, $10,442.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Contra Costa County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Operations & Maintenance, Delta Field Division, Civil Maintenance Branch, Byron

Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way.

At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state's people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments.

DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR's equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Department Website:

Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR's Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via

Special Requirements

Must have a valid Class C California Driver's License as travel will be required and operating automotive vehicles on public roadways to travel to remote areas within the field division(s) as necessary to perform the requirements of this position will happen.

Knowledge and use of personal computer is required and incumbent will keep current in updated system.

Must be willing to work odd and irregular hours during times of need or emergencies.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Under the provisions of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard CIP-004 as part of the Energy Policy of 2005, this position has authorized cyber access to, and /or unescorted physical access around, critical cyber assets and is subject to a satisfactory background check prior to appointment and every seven years thereafter.

This position provides necessary support to the Divisions of Flood Management, Safety of Dams, Operations and Maintenance, Engineering, and/or the Public Affairs Office during Governor declared emergencies, flood, dam, State Water Project, and other incidents and emergencies. Additionally this position may participate in emergency operations in the capacity of area teams, field inspection, coordination, and assist agencies such as California Office of Emergency Services and Federal Emergency Management Agency in disaster work, including performing fieldwork to complete damage survey reports for droughts, flooding, earthquakes, and other emergencies. This position may also serve in one of the sections as established in the Incident Command System to assist the Department in performing its emergency preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation functions. These functions are established in the California State Emergency Plan and the Department's Administrative Orders.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 11/6/2025

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Water Resources

Mailing Address

Attn: Division of Human Resources

P.O. Box 1079

Sacramento, CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Water Resources

Submit in Person

Certification Desk

715 P Street, 7th floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience providing direct supervision in civil maintenance activities.
• Experience planning, organizing, and scheduling civil maintenance jobs.
• Experience enforcing safety practices including Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) and conducting field safety audits.
• Experience reviewing preventative maintenance plans (PMs) and implementing changes.
• Experience managing and tracking labor, equipment, tools and materials.
• Experience preparing reports of completed and/or needed work.
• Familiarity with Federal, State & local safety and environmental regulations such as ITPs and the Biological Opinion.
• Experience conducting performance evaluations and managing progressive discipline.
• Experience with Excel, Word, SharePoint, System Applications (SAP) and/or Data Processing Systems.
• Knowledge of budgeting and tracking civil maintenance project's operating expenses.
• Experience coordinating invasive species control, fish passage efforts, or similar environmental mitigation projects.
• Experience assigning tasks and/or coordinating jobs with contractors.

The successful candidate should have the ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, maintain consistent and reliable attendance, and have excellent judgment. They should also be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and work proactively to analyze situations and take effective action to complete projects on time and within budget.

Benefits

Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:

Eleanor Matuu

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Office of Civil Rights

California Relay Service: TTY), Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678) and resume online or to the address listed below. Please reference SAP Position #_ _ and Job Control #_JC-489303_ in the "examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying" section of your application.

The follow basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Click here to complete DWR's Recruitment Survey. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

Examination/Assessment

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List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment.

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ASSISTANT UTILITY CRAFTSWORKER SUPERINTENDENT

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.