Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I​/II

Eastern Municipal Water District

Perris, CA 92572

Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I/II

Salary Range: $34.84 - $43.38

Close Date:
October 7, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I: This is the entry-level classification in the Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I/II series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine tasks in pipeline construction, installation, and maintenance. 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 Construction Utility Worker 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.

Pipeline Construction Utility Worker II: This is the fully qualified journey-level classification in the Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I/II series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Pipeline Construction Utility Worker III: This is the advanced-level classification in the Pipeline Construction Utility Worker series responsible for performing the most complex work assigned to the series. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgment to perform assigned duties/ensure efficient and effective servicing function of the assigned program area.

Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines and methods to deliver services/complete assignments. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements. This position regularly acts as lead over other personnel in the absence of a Crew Leader.

This class is distinguished from the Pipeline Construction Crew Leader in that the latter class has ongoing responsibility for leading the work of an assigned crew, including on-site training.

Employees in the Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I/II/III classifications are subject to on-call, which may include rotating-duty schedule, weekends, and 24-hour emergency call out with little or no notice.

Receives immediate supervision (Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I), general supervision (Pipeline Construction Utility Worker II) or direction (Pipeline Construction Utility Worker III) from the Field Services Supervisor. Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I/II exercise no direct supervision over staff. A Pipeline Construction Utility Worker III may exercise technical and functional direction and provides training to lower-level staff in the absence of a Construction Crew Leader.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

Positions at the Pipeline Construction Utility Worker I level may perform some of these duties and responsibilities in a learning capacity.

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the construction, installation, repair, and maintenance of potable and reclaimed water services and mains comprised of C-900 PVC, asbestos cement pipe (A.C.P), ductile iron, steel, copper, brass, polybutylene, and plastic pipes, as well as other EMWD facilities.
• Locates mains and valves by map plots or specialized equipment; locates all utilities by potholing; determines the amount of hand digging required.
• Provides traffic control; prepares barricade plans and sets up and removes barricades to protect crews from street traffic; identifies…