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A CAREER THAT KEEPS COMMUNITIES RUNNING
The Novato Sanitary District is seeking qualified candidates for a
COLLECTION SYSTEM WORKER I
Salary
Collection System Worker I
$7,033 - $8,549 Monthly
$40.58 - $49.32 Hourly
9/80 Work Schedule
Plus an OUTSTANDING Benefits Package
Deadline to apply: Monday, October 19, 2026 12:00 PM
The Novato Sanitary District is seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and results-oriented professional to join its team as a Collection System Worker I.
The Collection System Worker I performs a full array of duties, including the maintenance of wastewater collection and reclamation systems, including inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and repairs on lines, pump stations, and treatment facilities. The selected candidate will demonstrate a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties; perform other related duties as required.
IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will:
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and consistently apply appropriate safety practices.
- Maintain high ethical and professional standards and take pride in delivering quality work.
- Be customer-focused and service-oriented, with a strong understanding of public service and a commitment to responding effectively to emergencies and maintenance needs.
- Quickly establish trust and credibility with others and address questions, concerns, and issues professionally and respectfully.
- Be eager to learn and continuously develop technical knowledge and skills.
- Take initiative, remain organized, and ensure assignments are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- Live within a thirty-minute driving radius from the Treatment Plant for responding to after-hours call-outs.
QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Collection Systems Worker I
Some basic work experience in general maintenance operations and a high school diploma or equivalent.
License/Certificate: (Please note that license/certificate requirements will vary according to a position’s assignments. A position’s assignments are used to determine such requirements.)
Other Qualifications:
- Live within a thirty-minute driving radius from the Treatment Plant for responding to after-hours call-outs if required.
- Eligibility to work in the United States under appropriate federal regulations.
Benefits
The Novato Sanitary District offers a competitive benefits package, including choices among plan options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and CalPERS long-term care insurance.
Retirement
CalPERS membership:
- “Classic” (Pre-2013)—2% @ 60, 36-month formula
- New or “PEPRA” (1/1/2013 and after)—2% @ 62, 36-month formula
Retirement Health Savings Account—District contributes 1.5% of base salary
Deferred Compensation Plans
- 457(b) and Roth 457(b) plans with employer match
Health/ Insurance Benefits
The District currently pays 100% of the premiums for employees and eligible dependents:
- Selection of health care plans through CalPERS, up to the cost of the CalPERS Kaiser North Plan
- Dental care plan from Delta Dental
- Vision care plan from VSP
- $50,000 term life insurance policy
- Long-term disability insurance
- State Disability Insurance and Paid Family Leave
Leave Benefits
The District provides paid vacation, accrued at 6.67 hours per month for the first three years, increasing thereafter in accordance with the District’s Personnel Rules and Regulations. Note: vacation leave may not be used until completion of at least six months of continuous service with the District.
- Paid Sick Leave- 96 hours per year, accrued monthly
- 12 paid holidays per year, plus 2 floating holidays after a year of service.
- Compensatory Time Off (Nonexempt Employees)—Nonexempt employees may elect up to 80 hours of compensatory time off per year as compensation for overtime.
Schedule
9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off. After-hours as needed for emergencies.
Special Instructions
SELECTION PROCESS: Each candidate’s background will be evaluated based on the information submitted. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to the next phase in the recruitment process, which may include an oral panel interview and/or practical exercise. Only the names of the most qualified candidates who pass the initial selection process will be submitted to the District for consideration for the final selection.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Qualified candidates are invited to apply by submitting a cover letter and a focused resume detailing their recent experience and demonstrated career accomplishments relevant to this position, along with their completed application and supplemental questions to CalOpps.org. https://www.calopps.org/novato-sanitary-district All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.
The deadline to apply is: Monday, October 19, 2026, 12:00 PM
The Novato Sanitary District is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Additional inquiries about the position or candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should contact Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.rog
THE NOVATO SANITARY DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, marital status, age, or sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by law.