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Salary : $86,424.00 - $105,040.00 Annually
Location : District Center; 1331 Concord Avenue, Concord, CA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 716 - MS - 2026
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Closing Date: 6/9/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants: 200
GENERAL JOB FUNCTION
About CCWD
Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) provides safe, reliable, high-quality water and related services that support the health and vitality of the communities it serves. Through responsible stewardship of both its infrastructure and its people, CCWD is committed to building and sustaining a skilled workforce prepared to meet today's needs and tomorrow's challenges.
Why Work Here

• Meaningful Public Service
  Play a direct role in supporting safe, reliable water service that protects public health and strengthens the communities we serve.
• Collaborative, Mission-Driven Culture
  Work alongside dedicated professionals who value integrity, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement in service to the public.

The Opportunity
The Contra Costa Water District is seeking a dependable and customer-focused Meter Reader Temporary/Part-Time to join our Finance team. This position is ideal for candidates looking for flexible, field-based work and an opportunity to gain experience with the CCWD. This is a temporary, part-time, non-benefited position with hours that may vary based on operational needs, staffing coverage, and workload demands. The Meter Reader will be responsible for collecting water usage data throughout CCWD's service area to support accurate customer billing and water service operations.
Why You'll Enjoy This Role
Meaningful Public Service

• Play an important role in supporting reliable water service for the community. Your work helps ensure accurate billing, identify potential water service issues, and maintain the integrity of the CCWD's water system for thousands of customers.

Variety of Hands-On Work

• Each day brings a different route, customer interaction, and field condition. You'll perform a mix of meter reading, troubleshooting, customer service, and field observations while working across a variety of neighborhoods and service areas.

Professional Growth & Team Environment

• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values communication, safety, reliability, and teamwork. Staff work together to support daily operations and provide excellent service to the community.
• Gain valuable and hands-on experience where you will develop practical skills in customer service, field operations, data collection technology, route management, and problem-solving.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Key Responsibilities

• Read and record water meter data using handheld meter-reading equipment along assigned routes and schedules.
• Identify and report unusual readings, leaks, damaged meters, or other service concerns.
• Submit work orders for maintenance or repair needs.
• Maintain meter boxes and surrounding areas.
• Respond to customer questions and provide service information in the field.
• Re-read meters and verify readings for accuracy.
• Assist with route updates and adjustments as needed.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to the next step in the selection process. All candidate materials will be carefully evaluated and only those considered best qualified will be invited to the next step in the selection process. The application deadline is 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, or the first 200 qualified applications received, whichever comes first
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must possess mobility to work in the field; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work; to sit, stand, and walk on level, uneven, or slippery surfaces; frequently reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various District sites; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and to inspect and operate equipment. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards and perform assigned duties. Finger dexterity is needed to operate tools and maintain and repair equipment. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 25 pounds or heavier weights, with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Employees work in the field and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants. Employees may be exposed to blood borne pathogens.
WORKING CONDITIONS
May be required to be on-call and may work various shifts and outside of normal shift hours on evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Contra Costa Water District is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based upon race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other actual or perceived status protected under federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on individual qualifications and performance.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
One of the many CCWD goals is to pursue organizational excellence through diversity, equity, inclusivity, leadership, and professionalism. We recognize the strengths of staff creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and improved decision-making resulting from diverse perspectives, and we strive to be a culturally diverse organization that values, recognizes, and supports inclusion.
CONVICTION HISTORY
A condition of employment for all CCWD positions includes successfully passing a Department of Justice Live Scan fingerprint check and completion of the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. Additionally, in compliance with federal law, CCWD participates in E-Verify.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All CCWD employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. As such, CCWD employees may be called upon to support the activities of CCWD during an emergency situation.
Applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process should contact Human Resources at 925-688-8002.
In addition to a competitive salary, the Contra Costa Water District offers an excellent benefits package!
Stationary Engineers, Local 39 regular-status, non-temporary positions benefits include:
Health & Insurance Benefits

• Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary participation in Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for dependent care and healthcare reimbursements
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering counseling and referral services for employees and eligible dependents
• Health Insurance Credit for employees and/or eligible dependents who have other medical benefit coverage

Retirement & Financial Benefits

• Voluntary participation in the 457(b) deferred compensation plan
• 1% employer contribution to a 401(a) plan with no employee contribution required
• Participation in Social Security and Medicare
• Defined benefit retirement plan with reciprocity through CalPERS and CalPERS reciprocal agencies
  • Reciprocal agency service does not count toward the 5-year or 10-year vesting requirement for fully paid retiree medical
  • Employees with classic reciprocity are eligible for a 2.35% at 55 retirement formula
  • New hires not eligible for classic reciprocity are covered under the 2% at 62 PEPRA defined benefit formula
• Employer-paid retiree health insurance for retirees and eligible dependents
  • Local 39 employees currently contribute 2.6% of base pay on a pre-tax basis for this benefit
  • Employees hired on or after January 1, 2016, are subject to a 10-year District service vesting requirement to qualify for fully paid retiree medical upon direct retirement from CCWD
  • The CCWD contracts with California Public Employees' Retirement System for medical benefits

Paid Leave & Work-Life Balance

• 12 paid holidays annually, plus an additional 8 hours of floating holiday time each year
• 40 hours of vacation credit upon hire
• Vacation accrual of 10 days during the first year, increasing to 15 days per year beginning in year two, with additional accrual increases thereafter
• 96 hours of sick leave accrued annually
• 90 hours of compensatory time off (CTO) per year

Wellness, Development & Additional Perks

• Extensive Wellness Program, including 50% employer-paid gym membership reimbursement up to $40 per month
• Educational Assistance Program providing up to $3,000 per fiscal year, per employee
• Free admission to Los Vaqueros Reservoir, offering recreation areas, fishing, boating, and hiking trails
• Bilingual services pay
• And more

For additional information and the full details, eligibility, and provisions regarding the CCWD's applicable benefits package, please visit:
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