UW​/Relief Certified Pump Operator

Job Overview

The Utility Worker / Relief Certified Pump Operator (UW/RCPO) will relieve the Certified Pump Operator (CPO) by operating, maintaining, and testing water supply equipment to ensure safe and efficient water distribution and treatment.

• Operate wells, booster pumps, and other sources of water supply to maintain system flows, storage levels, and pressure.
• Record production data, operational changes, electrical use, chemical usage, and update change charts.
• Complete production reports and related paperwork.
• Collect water samples for laboratory analysis and regulatory reporting.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system failures and notify appropriate personnel.
• Operate distribution and treatment valves.
• Perform field analysis of water supply for chlorine, pH, temperature, and other required parameters; adjust treatment to meet regulations.
• Operate and perform maintenance and minor repairs on treatment, disinfection, and pumping equipment.
• Perform operational testing and basic inspections of all emergency standby power sources.
• Maintain and clean facilities.

• Perform relief work in various field operations classifications.
• Change and replace 5/8" through 1" size meters and meter boxes, and clean out meter boxes.
• Assist in flushing and maintenance of all mains and system valves.
• Assist in setting, replacing, or removing 1-1/2" and 2" size meters.
• Notify for shutdowns.
• Perform general maintenance of company facilities.
• Collect water samples to a minor extent.

• Adjust or replace meter boxes as needed.
• Work on site at the assigned location.
• Perform duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license and insurable under company policy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
• Basic mathematical skills for calculations.
• Reading and interpreting safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Writing routine reports and correspondence.
• Working knowledge of basic word processing (Microsoft Word) and email programs (Microsoft Outlook).

• California State Water Distribution Operator II certification is required.
• California State Water Treatment Operator II certification is required.

• Must live within 30 minutes of the district office (Visalia, CA).
• Work schedule:
  
  5 days per week, 8 hours per day, Sunday through Thursday.

Step 1 – $42.11
Step 2 – $43.52 – 6 months
Step 3 – $44.07 – 12 months
Step 4 – $47.94 – 18 months

Friday, July 31 2026

California Water Service Group provides equal employment opportunities under the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.