to provide safe, reliable, environmentally sustainable and cost effective services.
The Palo Alto Utilities is currently accepting applications for Water Systems Operator II and Utilities Water Operations Supervisor.
Open Positions
Retirement CalPERS
You can earn between 5% - 100% of your salary as your *paycheck* in retirement! The average of your highest earning salary combined with your service years will determine your pension amount.
Medical
Our menu of plans includes HMO options at zero payroll deductions with low $15 co-payments or low cost PPO plans with the flexibility to see doctors at the Palo Alto Medical Foundation.
Dental & Vision
Fully paid plans for employees & dependents. Dental includes coverage up to $2,100 per person per year. Vision includes coverage for prescription glasses and contacts on a bi-annual basis.
Vacation
120 - 200 hours annually depending on years of service. That's approximately 3 - 5 weeks per year!
Other PTO
Up to 96 hours of sick leave per year & 12 paid holidays per year.
Life and AD&D Insurance
Fully paid life insurance for one times your annual salary. Optional supplemental insurance offers to increase your coverage amount.
Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Reimbursement
Up to $1,500 a year for job related educational & career opportunities depending on employee group.
Alternative Work Schedule
Many employees adhere to a 9/80 work schedule resulting in a 4-day work week every other week.
Commuter Incentives & CalTrain Go Pass
Walk, Bike & carpool credits plus 25% City subsidized transit benefits & fully paid CalTrain Go Pass (depending on work location).
Paid Parental Leave
All employees are eligible for up to 6 weeks of paid leave following the birth of a child, adoption of a child, or placement of a foster child in their home.