Under direction of the Chief Hydroelectric Plant Operator, the Senior Hydroelectric Plant Operator will monitor, direct, and coordinate with the dispatchers, local maintenance forces, and Project Operation Control Center the overall operations of Delta Field Division.
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Ability to open/close tight valves; operate/move rack in breakers; ascend/descend stairs; open stuck valves; and move breakers into cubicles. Have the mobility and stamina to climb ladders and stairs and on to large open valves. Ability to move a minimum of 50 lbs.; open/close tight valves with approximately 50 lbs. torque; switch and turn valves in an emergency. Must possess normal or corrected hearing and vision, identify color correctly, and possess a good sense of smell. Be able to enter/exit confined spaces through small openings such as manholes. Must have stamina and ability to sit at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time; and able to operate computers.
All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences and is free from discrimination.
Required to attend the Division's OP-2 class and be certified as a worker and/or switch person in compliance with State Water Project regulations. Incumbent will be required to work rotating shifts with varying days off and to work overtime.
This is a sensitive position and is subject to substance abuse testing set forth in California Department of Human Resources (Cal-HR) Regulations 599.960-599.966.
Must possess a valid California Driver's License to travel from plant to plant and within the State Water Project. Driving a vehicle on public roadways will be required.
Employee is required to successfully complete all safety training related to the functions of the job.
Under the provisions of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard CIP-004 as part of the Energy Policy of 2005, this position has authorized cyber access to or unescorted physical access around critical cyber assets and is subject to a satisfactory background check prior to appointment and every seven years thereafter.
This position is not eligible for telework.
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 8/12/2025Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.
If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Department of Water Resources
Mailing Address
Attn: Division of Human Resources
P.O. Box 1079
Sacramento , CA 95812
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Department of Water Resources
Submit in Person
Certification Desk
715 P Street, 7th floor
Sacramento , CA 95814
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
to read about the outstanding benefits offered to eligible employees. We offer full medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as a retirement plan.
The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Hiring Unit Contact:
Eleanor Matuu
(209) 833-2029
Eleanor.Matuu@water.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.
To be considered, submit a completed State application (STD. 678) and resume online or to the address listed below. Please reference SAP Position #50002473and Job Control # JC-486296 in the “examination(s) or job title(s) for which you are applying” section of your application.
The following basis of eligibility will be considered: List eligibility, transfer, LEAP, reinstatement, and SROA/Surplus.
Resumes, cover letters, and/or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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