Temporary Collection Systems Technician

Irvine Ranch Water District is currently accepting applications for Two (2) Temporary Collection Systems Technician I position in the Collection Systems Department. This position is limited to a duration of six (6) months, but of no more than (12) months.

Applications will be accepted through Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.

The District: Irvine Ranch Water District (IRWD) is a progressive, values-driven agency, with an international reputation for its leading-edge financial management practices, water recycling program, water use efficiency practices, water banking, urban runoff treatment, and energy generation and storage. Established in 1961 as a California Water District under the provisions of the California Water Code, IRWD is an independent special district serving central Orange County.

IRWD provides high-quality drinking water, reliable sewage collection and treatment, ground-breaking recycled water programs, and environmentally sound urban runoff treatment to its customers. As an independent, not-for-profit public agency, IRWD is governed by a publicly elected five-member Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for the District's policies and decision-making. Day-to-day operations are supervised by the General Manager. Additional information can be found at the District's website:

IRWD Values Irvine Ranch Water District believes that its values drive the character, culture, and capacity of our organization. IRWD was built on values, and we weave them into the fabric of everything we do. Values are the ingredients in our recipe for both institutional and individual success. They are a code of conduct to promote positive outcomes for others and ourselves.

They are more than words on a wall or a website. We live by them every day. We pledge to keep them relevant in an ever-changing world.

IRWD's employees enjoy working in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where they form strong bonds with fellow employees. To ensure effective communication and promote a collaborative team environment, employees report to work each day in the office or in the field, depending on their positions.

THE POSITION Under direct supervision, operate, maintain, clean and perform minor repairs of the sewage collection and transmission systems.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is the entry-level class in the Collection Systems Technician series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine preventive maintenance and repair work, while learning District policies and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently.

Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the II-level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.

Perform semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance and repair of the District's facilities and related equipment.

Operate and maintain, and clean lift stations, wet wells, siphons, vaults, manholes and various confined spaces.

Work in lines, vaults and other confined spaces, utilizing proper safety techniques and equipment in accordance with Cal-OSHA and District's safety policies and procedures.

Operate a variety of light, medium and heavy-duty motorized vehicles and equipment, such as dump trucks, pickup trucks, sewer line inspection and cleaning equipment and a variety of other hand, hydraulic and power tools, and motorized equipment; check condition of equipment; clean and maintain tools and equipment used in the field and shops; fuel vehicles; inspect and perform safety checks on vehicles and equipment;

clean vehicles and equipment; report the need for vehicle and equipment repairs; trains and instructs others in safe and proper equipment operation.

Assist in the minor repair of lift stations, manholes, and other sewage facilities.

Maintain daily records of work completed.

Responsible for traffic control, job safety methods and…