Utility Service Worker I/II Flex

The City of Corona is seeking dedicated, hands-on professional to join our Utilities Department as a Utility Service Worker I/II. In this essential role, you'll be the backbone of our city's infrastructure-maintaining water systems, repairing pipelines, and ensuring reliable service for thousands of residents every day. The Utilities Department is comprised of five (5) divisions including Water, Wastewater, Reclaimed Water, Electric and Refuse/Recycling.

Whether you're inspecting hydrants, operating heavy equipment, or responding to service calls, your work will help keep Corona running smoothly and safely. If you take pride in problem-solving, enjoy working outdoors, and want a career with purpose and stability, this is your opportunity to serve where it matters most.

What You'll Do:

• Keep the City Running: Install, maintain, and repair water distribution systems, including mains, valves, meters, and hydrants-ensuring reliable service for homes and businesses across Corona.

• Operate with Skill: Use specialized tools, vehicles, and heavy equipment to perform fieldwork safely and efficiently, from excavation to system flushing and leak detection.

• Respond with Purpose: Handle service requests and emergencies with urgency and professionalism, restoring service and protecting public health in real time.

• Maintain with Precision: Conduct inspections, perform preventive maintenance, and document work to support system integrity and regulatory compliance.

• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a dedicated team of professionals, learning on the job and contributing to a mission that keeps the city flowing.

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

• Competitive salary and full benefits package
• Ongoing training, certification, and advancement opportunities
• A supportive environment where your work makes a meaningful difference
• Employees in Utility Service Worker I/II positions receive $500.00 per month for earning a grade four (4) Water Distribution Operator certification, or $1,025.00 per month for a grade five (5) Water Distribution Operator Certification earned from the State of California.

Education:

• Utility Service Worker I, II: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by college level coursework in water science or a related field.

• Utility Service Worker I: One (1) year of experience working in utility or public works-related maintenance and construction work.
• Utility Service Worker II: Two (2) years of experience working in utility or public works-related maintenance and construction work.

• Possession of, or successful acquisition within 12 months of appointment, a valid Grade D1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate, to be maintained throughout employment.

• Possession of a valid Grade D1 Water Distribution Operator Certificate upon appointment.
• Possession of, or successful acquisition within 12 months of employment, a valid Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate, to be maintained throughout employment.

• Possession of a valid California Class "C" Driver's License, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of, or successful acquisition within 12 months of appointment, a valid California Class "A" Driver's License with tanker endorsement, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Successful acquisition within 12 months of appointment, a valid trench and shoring certification from the City of Corona's training program, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Successful acquisition within 12 months of appointment, a valid first aid and CPR certification from the City of Corona's training program, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Successful acquisition within 12 months of appointment, a valid heavy equipment operator certification from the City of Corona's training program, to be maintained throughout employment

The Application Process

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 5:00PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review period. Candidates who successfully pass the screening process and are deemed to possess the most desirable qualifications will be invited to in-person oral interviews tentatively scheduled for July 23, 2025.

Top scoring candidates from the oral interviews will then be placed on an eligibility list from which the department may hire. The eligibility list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies. There is currently 1 vacancy for a Utility Service Worker I/II, and the department desires to fill the position at the level of Utility Service Worker II.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check including livescan fingerprinting and pass a pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening).

Community

A City whose heritage spans more than a century, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses around 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 168,100 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy such winter activities as snowboarding and skiing and such summer activities as surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on a beach. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

The Organization

The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.

The City is organized into the following departments/organizational units: Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.

The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025 is $ 399.1 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 209.6 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 922 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.

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