Field Engineering Coordinator

Are you an experienced professional with a passion for both field engineering and a knack for maintaining seamless operations? Helix Water District is excited to announce a new opportunity within our organization that may be just what you are looking for.

As a Field Engineering Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our capital improvement program and private development projects, while also collaborating with our internal inspection team, outside government agencies and contractors to provide timely coordination. Your blend of technical expertise and organizational skills will be critical to our team’s productivity and positive impact.

As a progressive industry leader that provides high-quality water, we recognize that our most valuable resource isn’t just the water we deliver – it’s our exceptional team of dedicated employees. They are the force behind our success, ensuring that every drop of water we provide reflects their commitment, expertise, and passion. That is why we are committed to fostering an atmosphere of team spirit and open communication, while providing compensation that is equitable and competitive. We offer our employees an excellent salary & benefits package.

Salary Range: $104,354 – $133,162/annually

Scheduled Salary Increases:

• July 1, 2025: 2 – 4% Cost-of-Living Adjustment
• Annual Merit Increases:  Full-time employees are eligible for 5% merit increases on an annual basis until they reach the top of their pay range.

Benefit Package:

• 100% employee premiums paid for all health benefits
  CalPERS membership
• 24 annual days of accrued leave (increases after 5 years of service to 29 annual days of accrued leave)
• 12 paid holidays per year including 2 floating holidays

To read the full job description for the Field Engineering Coordinator, visit our Careers page at hwd.com/careers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualified candidates will have a minimum of six years progressively responsible public works construction, or equivalent experience. Design and project management experience of public works projects may be considered equivalent experience.  Number of years equivalent experience will depend upon project complexity.

Training and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school or GED equivalent.

A valid Class C California driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability under the district’s vehicle insurance policy.

A valid State of California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Certificate, Grade 3 (D3), or the ability to obtain one within two years of hire.

Possession of or ability to obtain valid CPR/AED and First Aid certification within six months and maintain valid certification thereafter.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To be considered for the Field Engineering Coordinator, please complete the online application and supplemental questionnaire and view a complete list of job responsibilities by visiting our career section at www.hwd.com/Careers.  Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the online application.