Careers at GCID

GCID is dedicated to providing reliable, affordable water supplies to its landowners and water users, while ensuring the environmental and economic viability of the region. As the largest irrigation district in the Sacramento Valley, GCID has a long history of serving farmers and the agricultural community and maintaining critical wildlife habitat.

Hundreds of farmers and job depend on our water supply to continue working and growing in the Sacramento Valley. Working at GCID gives you the opportunity to be a part of this ever-changing landscape and make a difference in our community.

Employment Opportunities (see application below)

Water Operations Worker

Under general supervision, deliver irrigation water, monitor and maintain water delivery systems, operate equipment, perform construction, and other assigned duties. Exceptional opportunity offering competitive wages, and a generous benefits package including annual leave, pension plan, and paid holidays.

$45,771 to $64,404

Engineering Technician

Under direction of the District Engineer, the Engineering Technician assists with the District’s engineering activities and services. The Engineering Technician performs a variety of responsible technical engineering support work, including field surveys, collection and analysis of field data, preparation of technical drawings and maps, mapping and documentation of District property interests and infrastructure, organization of records, and helping the District meet legislative and environmental compliance requisites.

$56,854.51 – $80,000

Engineering Intern

Under the direction of the District Engineer and as specified in Employee Engagement Letter Paragraph 1, the Engineering Intern participates in and contributes to the District’s engineering, water resources and water operations activities; and assists with diverse field and office tasks that support monitoring, design, planning and organizational workflows.

$20-$30/HOUR, depending on experience

District Engineer

Providing complex administrative support to the General Manager, the District Engineer will be a leader and mentor capable of motivating their team. The District Engineer is knowledgeable of industry trends to plan for future uncertainties. They will provide key insights at the largest Sacramento Valley irrigation district, leading initiatives on CAPEX modernization, system automation, and conjunctive water use.

$140,000 – $190,000

Application

Please email your completed application and supporting documents to: application@gcid.net

You may also print and submit application to the Glenn-Colusa Irrigation District office.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 150, Willows, CA, 95988

Physical Address: 344 E. Laurel Street, Willows, CA, 95988

All candidates must possess a valid California Driver’s License.
All positions offer competitive wages, a generous benefits package, holidays, annual leave and a pension plan.
Application and detailed job descriptions are available at the Glenn-Colusa Irrigation District office; telephone 530-934-8881.
GCID is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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