Equipment Operator/Maintenance Worker

HELP WANTED

RECLAMATION DISTRICT NO. 1601

TWITCHELL ISLAND

Reclamation District No. 1601 has a position open for an individual to work in the field and

support the District Superintendent in maintaining the District’s facilities including levees,

drainage pump stations, drainage canals and ditches.

Requirements:

Must have the ability to work independently, multitask, and at the direction of the District

Superintendent. Prior experience with reclamation, irrigation or water districts preferred.

Physical requirements - able to lift a minimum of 75 lbs., able to stand and/or sit for extended

period of time, proficient with hand tools and be a skilled laborer. Must possess ability to operate

heavy equipment including but not limited to a long/short reach excavator, backhoe, side and

flail mower, spray rig, and haul trailers. Must be minimum 18 years old with a current driver’s

license and clean driving record.

Specific duties shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

Perform periodic levee patrol

Perform routine weed abatement and rodent control

Repair slip outs and erosion on levee

Operation and maintenance of District drainage facilities

Control of trespass and maintenance of access gates on District levees

Monitor District contractor work

Maintain flood fight equipment

Keep District Superintendent informed of any District problems

Perform all duties assigned by the District Superintendent or Board of Trustees

Regular work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday thru Friday, additional hours are

possible

Prior to beginning work an applicant will be required to have a physical examination

performed, a drug test administered and background check completed

Wages and Benefits

Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Pension, Disability Insurance, FICA, Workers

Compensation, Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays.

Pay Scale: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour based upon experience

Contact: Rick Carter, District Superintendent,