What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Services Technician-In-Training position at Leucadia Wastewater District?
SALARY: $33.15 - $41.44 hourly
JOB TYPE: Full Time Position
LOCATION: 1960 La Costa Avenue, Carlsbad, California
OPENING DATE: April 2, 2026
CLOSING DATE: April 17, 2026 by 4:30 p.m.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Any applications received after April 17, 2026 will only be considered if the position is not filled.
NUMBER OF OPENINGS: LWD is looking to fill two full-time Field Services Technician-In-Training positions.
THE ORGANIZATION:
Leucadia Wastewater District is an independent special district, located in Carlsbad, California that provides wastewater collection services to the Leucadia and Village Park areas of Encinitas and the La Costa area of Carlsbad. Our mission is to serve the public by collecting, transporting, recycling and treating wastewater in a safe, reliable, efficient, cost effective and environmentally responsible manner, while providing excellent service to our customers. The District offers an excellent benefit package and employees work a 9/80 work schedule.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under close supervision, the Field Services Technician-in-training performs a wide variety of manual labor tasks associated with the maintenance and repair of wastewater collection and treatment facilities, including pumping stations, sewer lines, other sanitary sewer collection system structures and water reclamation plant facilities. Candidates must be willing and able to work any shift; work holidays, weekends and emergency overtime as needed.
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
· Assists in the maintenance, repair and cleaning of sewer lines utilizing power operated equipment.
· Cleans precipitates such as grit, sludge, grease, and other debris from pump station wet wells, manholes and other sanitary sewer collection system structures.
· Lubricates equipment such as pumps, motors and valves. Assists with pump and motor overhauls.
· Properly and safely operates light-weight equipment and light-to medium-weight vehicles. Uses hand and power tools and equipment to perform maintenance and repair tasks.
· Performs building and grounds maintenance at District facilities.
Required Certificates and Licenses
· Must possess a valid California Class 'C' driver’s license and be able to obtain a valid California Class ‘B’ driver’s license (with tanker and air brake endorsements) within one (1) year of hire.
· Must be able to obtain a California Water Environment Association collection system operator certification within six (6) months of hire and water treatment operator (T1) certification within one (1) year of hire.
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APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To be considered, please complete LWD’s application and supplemental questionnaire, and provide a current resume.
Applications may also be picked up at 1960 La Costa Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92009, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Please submit the application, supplemental questionnaire and resume online, or via email to info@lwwd.org, or at our office by April 17, 2026 by 4:30 p.m.
DISTRICT OFFICE LOCATION:
1960 La Costa Avenue
Carlsbad, CA 92009
760-753-0155
Attention: Trisha Hill, Administrative Services Supervisor
The District provides wastewater collection services to approximately 62,000 residents that includes the Northern areas of Encinitas, CA and the South Eastern areas of Carlsbad, CA. The District also owns and operates a 1 million gallon per day recycled water facility. The District is an independent enterprise special district that levies rates and fees to support its services.
Salary : $33 - $41