Utility Craftsworker, Water Resources

Position: UTILITY CRAFTSWORKER, WATER RESOURCES

Utility Craftsworker, WR
UTILITY CRAFTSWORKER, WATER RESOURCES

$6,905.00 - $8,255.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 11/9/2026

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your Cal Career Account) By Mail Drop-off

Under the direction of a Utilities Craftsworker Supervisor, the incumbent will perform maintenance activities, including operating various types of heavy and light construction equipment, carpentry, electrical, and welding. Incumbent will make decisions regarding safe working conditions and adheres to compliance with safety regulations. During outages or in emergencies must be willing to work irregular hours. Within 90 days of hire must obtain a valid Class (A) Driver’s License with proper endorsements.

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

Minimum Requirements You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• UTILITY CRAFTSWORKER, WATER RESOURCES

UTILITY CRAFTSWORKER, WATER RESOURCES $6,905.00 - $8,255.00 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:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Operations and Maintenance, San Luis Field Division, Civil Maintenance Branch, Coalinga

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.

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

This is a sensitive position and is subject to substance abuse testing set forth in California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Regulations

This is a safety-sensitive position and is subject to Federal DOT alcohol and substance abuse testing requirements (including random testing) as set forth in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

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).

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as…