HELP WANTED
RECLAMATION DISTRICT NO. 1601
TWITCHELL ISLAND
Reclamation District No. 1601 has a position open for an individual to work in the field and
support the District Superintendent in maintaining the District’s facilities including levees,
drainage pump stations, drainage canals and ditches.
Requirements:
Must have the ability to work independently, multitask, and at the direction of the District
Superintendent. Prior experience with reclamation, irrigation or water districts preferred.
Physical requirements - able to lift a minimum of 75 lbs., able to stand and/or sit for extended
period of time, proficient with hand tools and be a skilled laborer. Must possess ability to operate
heavy equipment including but not limited to a long/short reach excavator, backhoe, side and
flail mower, spray rig, and haul trailers. Must be minimum 18 years old with a current driver’s
license and clean driving record.
Specific duties shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
Perform periodic levee patrol
Perform routine weed abatement and rodent control
Repair slip outs and erosion on levee
Operation and maintenance of District drainage facilities
Control of trespass and maintenance of access gates on District levees
Monitor District contractor work
Maintain flood fight equipment
Keep District Superintendent informed of any District problems
Perform all duties assigned by the District Superintendent or Board of Trustees
Regular work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday thru Friday, additional hours are
possible
Prior to beginning work an applicant will be required to have a physical examination
performed, a drug test administered and background check completed
Wages and Benefits
Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Pension, Disability Insurance, FICA, Workers
Compensation, Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays.
Pay Scale: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour based upon experience
Contact: Rick Carter, District Superintendent,