Operations Clerk

Job Description:

California Water Service Group invites you to build a meaningful career with the third‑largest publicly traded water utility. Guided by our mission to be the leading provider of water and wastewater services, we are dedicated to improving quality of life for the customers, communities, and employees we serve. Our culture is grounded in core values—integrity, service, value, health and safety, respect and collaboration, and corporate citizenship—and reflected in our recognition as a Top Workplace®, a Great Place to Work®, and a J.D. Power leader in customer satisfaction for multiple years. Join Cal Water and be part of a purpose‑driven organization where your work makes a lasting impact.

The Operations Clerk (OC) performs clerical and statistical work in connection with Operation Office activities. This position is located in Atherton, CA.

Essential Job Functions:

- Prepare monthly reports pertaining to field operations

- Prepare necessary forms for field operations including budget sheets, estimates, and completion reports

- Prepare drawings to accompany forms, field measurements, and keep local plat sheets up to date

- Handle Underground Service Alert messages

- Assist Storekeeper

- Handle radio and telephone functions

- Operate computer and devices

- Complete necessary paperwork and maintain company records

- Obtain public agency permits

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

- Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

- An OC must be able to effectively communicate with their supervisor, co-workers, and the public

- Have the ability to perform basic mathematic functions to calculate figures, reconcile invoices, and track expenses; must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; and ability to write routine reports and correspondence

- Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent

- Possess a valid California Class C Driver’s license, and be insurable under the Company’s policy

- An Operations Clerk must have an understanding and knowledge of basic computer operations including familiarity with Microsoft Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel), and Capital Asset Mgmt. Program

- Must be able to work with supervision and respond appropriately to direction, feedback, evaluation, coaching, counseling, and/or discipline

- California State Water Distribution Operator II certification is required upon hire

Salary Range without certification:

Step 1 - $30.69

Step 2 (6 months) - $31.99

Step 3 (12 months) - $33.17

Step 4 (18 months) - $35.05

Salary Range with certification:

Step 1 - $45.78

Step 2 (6 months) - $46.99

Step 3 (12 months) - $48.29

Step 4 (18 months) - $52.06

Deadline to submit resume is Monday, May 11, 2026.

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, Hawai'i Water Service, New Mexico Water Service, Texas 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.