HYDROELECTRIC PLANT OPERATOR

The Department of Water Resources is hiring a Hydroelectric Plant Operator in Valle Vista, CA. The role involves operating and controlling aqueduct facilities and hydroelectric plants under the supervision of senior operators. Candidates must have a thorough understanding of equipment and be able to meet physical demands. This is a permanent, full-time position that requires in-office work and a valid California driver’s license.
Under the direction of the Chief Hydroelectric Plant Operator and the guidance of the Senior Hydroelectric Plant Operator, the Hydroelectric Plant Operator is responsible for operation and control of aqueduct facilities and hydroelectric generating and pumping plants associated with State Water Project facilities. The incumbent must have a thorough knowledge of the functional characteristics and locations of main and auxiliary equipment as required.

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

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
• HYDROELECTRIC PLANT OPERATOR

Additional Documents
• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:
JC-463086

Position #(s):

849-330-6463-282

Working Title:
HYDROELECTRIC PLANT OPERATOR

Classification:
HYDROELECTRIC PLANT OPERATOR
$8,128.00 - $10,968.00

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Contra Costa County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Division of Operations and Maintenance, Delta Field Division, Operations Branch, Plant Operations Section, Byron

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 +diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Department Website: https://water.ca.gov

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 https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers.

Special Requirements

Must have a valid Class C California Driver’s License. This is a sensitive position and is subject to substance abuse testing set forth in California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Regulations 599.960 - 599.966.

Ability to open/close tight valves; operate/move rack in breakers; ascend/descend stairs; open stuck valves; move breakers into cubicles; have the mobility and stamina to climb ladders and stairs and on to large open valves; ability to move a minimum of 50 lbs; open/close tight valves with approximately 50 lbs torque; switch and turn valves in an emergency. Must possess normal or corrected hearing and vision, identify color correctly, and possess a good sense of smell. Be able to enter/exit confined spaces through small openings such as manholes. Must have stamina and ability to sit at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time; and able to operate computers.

Required to attend the Division’s OP-2 class and be certified as a worker and/or switch person, in compliance with State Water Project regulations. Incumbent will be required to work rotating shifts with varying days off and will be required to work overtime.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

Employee is required to successfully complete all safety training related to the functions of the job.

Under the provisions of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard CIP-004 as part of the Energy Policy of 2005, this position has authorized cyber access to or unescorted physical access around critical cyber assets and is subject to a satisfactory background check prior to appointment and every seven years thereafter.

This position is not eligible for telework.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 2/21/2025

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).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Water Resources

Mailing Address

Attn: Division of Human Resources

P.O. Box 1079

Sacramento, CA 95812

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Water Resources

Submit in Person

Certification Desk

715 P Street, 7th floor

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
• Experience operating turbine-generator units.
• Experience performing high voltage switching (NFPA 70E or equivalent).
• Experience monitoring and operating digital process control systems.
• Experience preparing, placing, and issuing clearances (OSHA 1910, Cal OSHA Tittle 8, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Standing Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Knowledge of Operating Safety Procedures.
• Experience with On-Site inspections.
• Experience providing informal training on procedures for troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
• Experience with safety meetings, safety audits, pre-work safety plans & Job Hazard/Safety Analysis.
• Experience preparing program reports.
• Experience keeping logs of operations and readings.
• Experience placing requisitions and work orders.
• Experience making power and water calculations.

The successful candidate should have the ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, maintain consistent and reliable attendance, and have excellent judgment. They should also be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, and work proactively to analyze situations and take effective action to complete projects on time and within budget.

Benefits

Click here to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees. We offer full medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as a retirement plan.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:

Eleanor Matuu

(209) 833-2029

Eleanor.Matuu@water.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Office of Civil Rights

(916) 653-6952

weo@water.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Special Instructions

To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678) and resume online or to the address listed below. Please reference SAP Position #50096552 and Job Control #JC-463086 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.

The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.

Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Click here to complete DWR’s Recruitment Survey. This survey is for research purpose only and will not affect the application status.

Exam/Assessment Info

For more information about the State hiring process, click here. To learn more about how to get a State job, click here.

List eligibility can be established by taking and passing the examination/assessment.

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HYDROELECTRIC PLANT OPERATOR

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.