About
Truckee Sanitary District (TSD), formed in 1906, is an award-winning public agency responsible for the collection and conveyance of wastewater for the rapidly growing mountain community of Truckee, California, located just 15 minutes from Lake Tahoe.
The District owns and operates over 200 miles of sewer mains, 13,000 laterals, 44 pump stations, 4 buildings, and a fleet of over 40 vehicles and equipment. TSD’s workplace culture is grounded in five core values: Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, Communication, and Service.
Under the administrative direction, the position plans, organizes, directs, and reviews the activities and operations of the Engineering Department, including Information Systems, capital project planning, environmental planning, design, construction and permitting programs. This role coordinates with other departments, and outside agencies, ensures compliance with technical specification: provides complex technical support to the General Manger; and performs other duties as assigned.
Ideal Candidate
TSD is seeking a highly qualified individual to join its leadership team in the position of District Engineer. The ideal candidate will be an experienced engineer, asset manager, and leader motivated to strategically lead the Engineering Department in support of the District’s mission to protect public health and the environment in the Truckee area.
The District Engineer supervises professional, technical, and administrative staff and manages the District’s Capital Improvement Program, including the planning, design, and construction of infrastructure projects. This position is also responsible for overseeing the review, permitting, and inspection of residential, commercial, and industrial development within the District’s boundaries to ensure they are installed in compliance with District standards.
Qualifications
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in civil engineering or related engineering field and five (5) years of professional engineering in the water/wastewater industry including three (3) years in a supervisory or management position.
Licenses
- Must possess California State Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer
- Possess a valid California (or Nevada) Class C driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record (desirable)
Wage Scale
$16,943.75/month to $21,115/month
Exempt Employee
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District Benefits
Benefit Highlights:
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- California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- Classic Members 2.7% @55
- New Members 2.0% @ 62
- District paid medical benefits for employees and their dependents
- Retiree health according to vesting schedule
- Vacation Leave: 200-248 hours per year
- Sick Leave: 96 hours per year
- $750 per year wellness HRA
9/80 Work Schedule:
Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Every other Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 a.m.
Job Posted:
July 2, 2026
Closing Date:
Open until filled. First application review: July 30, 2026
Employment Contingent Upon:
- Drug and Alcohol Screening
- Background Check
