Utility Worker I/II

The City of Fairfield is accepting applications for Utility Worker I/II vacancies within the Public Works Department!

The City of Fairfield is seeking dedicated and hardworking individuals to join our Public Works team as a Utility Worker. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on, outdoor work and takes pride in maintaining the vital infrastructure that keeps our community running safely and efficiently.

As a Utility Worker, you will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks related to the construction, maintenance, and repair of city systems, including water distribution, streets, and storm drains. We are looking for a team player who is safety-conscious, eager to learn, and committed to providing high-quality service to the residents of Fairfield. Whether you are just starting your career in public works or bringing years of mechanical experience, this role offers a stable path with opportunities for professional growth and skill development within a supportive municipal environment.

Important Dates:

Deadline to apply: May 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Practical exam (tentative): week of June 8, 2026

Panel interviews (tentative): week of June 22, 2026

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Most work is performed outdoors. There is daily exposure to the elements and depending upon assignment there may be occasions where there is exposure to chemicals, vibrations, raw sewage, toxic gases, asbestos, high voltage, pesticides, natural gas lines, dead animals, variable weather and the hazards associated with working around traffic and with heavy equipment; subject to emergencycallouts.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work involves considerable physical exertion, including heavy lifting up to 100 pounds, prolonged periods of standing, stooping, reaching, crawling, and climbing; manual dexterity is also required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

Utility Worker I: This is the entry-level class in the utility worker series. Positions in this class normally work as part of a crew performing a variety of tasks in streets and landscape maintenance activities. Work is usually closely supervised and fits a pattern, which has been established and explained before work is started. Generally, changes in procedures or exceptions to rules are explained in detail as they arise. In this classification, employees are normally considered to be in a training status performing increasingly responsible work approaching the Utility Worker II level. Under this training concept, positions assigned to the Utility Worker II class, which become vacant, may be reasonably filled from the Utility Worker I level.

Utility Worker II: This classification represents the fully qualified journey level worker in the Utility Worker series. Incumbents are expected to handle most assignments after receiving direction as to end results. Work assignments are performed independent of close supervision; general, technical, or functional supervision is provided by higher-level utility classification. Positions in this classification are normally filled by advancement from the Utility Worker I class, or when filled from outside, requires prior experience in the construction and maintenance of streets or landscape. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. Duties will involve the operation of equipment related to a specific assignment. Incumbents may provide onsite direction and instruction to lower level maintenance classes.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receives direction from the Senior Utility Worker classification, and supervision from the Public Works Supervisors/Managers.

The posted salary range spans the Utility Worker I/II series. Please refer to the specificjob descriptionsfor the individual salary ranges, examples of duties, and knowledge and abilities.
Utility Worker I

• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade is required.
• Six (6) months experience in heavy manual work is required.

Utility Worker II

• Education equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade is required.
• Two (2) years of experience comparable to a Utility Worker I with the City of Fairfield is required.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.
• If assigned to Street Division, possession of or ability to obtain a Class A Driver's License within 12 months of appointment is required.
• If assigned to Landscape Division, possession of or ability to obtain a Class B Driver's License within 12 months of appointment is required.
• Depending on job assignment, possession of or ability to obtain a California Pesticide Applicator's Certificate may be required.

The Utility Worker I/II position is identified as a safety sensitive position and is subject to the Department of Transportation Drug Testing Regulations.

For the complete job descriptions please visit:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfield/classspecs

THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.

HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov'sApplicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.

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If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.

REFERENCE CHECKS:

The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates once mutual interest is established.Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted once you have accepted a conditional job offer from the City.

Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.