Interim Supervisor, Meter Operations

Job Description:

The Interim Meter Operations Supervisor manages a team of Traveling Meter Mechanics (TMMs) who are responsible for all scheduled preventive maintenance and unscheduled corrective maintenance activities on all customer meters (3-inch and larger); is responsible for the development and management of the small and large meter replacement programs, capital budgets, and meter maintenance and repair projects; and provides technical assistance to district operations staff on issues related to meters and meter operations. This position can be located in Torrance, Bakersfield, Chico, or San Jose, CA. This interim assignment will initially be for six months, but it may be extended for up to three to five years, depending on business needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Supervises a team of traveling meter mechanics, including conducting performance reviews, and overseeing the development of staff

- Directs and oversees all scheduled preventive maintenance and unscheduled corrective maintenance via the enterprise-wide Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

- Provides meter-related technical assistance to the district operations staff

- Develops programs and capital budgets for small and large meter programs

- Recommends and purchases small and large meters for the districts

- Approves and purchases meter repair parts requisitioned by traveling meter mechanics and the districts

- Participates in strategic planning to ensure that capital projects cause minimal disruption to the operations of the water system

- Participates in and supports the Company’s Continuous Improvement program and projects

- Performs work on site at assigned location

- Performs other similar duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- 5 years' experience working with flow meters or similar water metrology instruments, including calibration and repair

- Familiarity with capital budgeting processes and procurement systems, CMMS software and work execution management

- Proficient with standard business software products and professional communication/presentation standards

- California State Water Distribution Operator II certification is desired

- California State Water Treatment Operator II certification is desired

- Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s license

Salary Range: $87,200 - $189,400

Deadline to submit resume is Wednesday, December 17, 2025

The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.