Chester Public Utility District

The Utilities Department has worked for a number of years with its current staff size of 3, which includes the department head. As CPUD's water and sewer systems age they require more attention. Additionally a number of deferred projects have been unable to be completed due to this staffing configuration. The addition of one Maintenance Worker/Meter Reader will allow tasks to be completed timely and give the department the breathing room it needs to plan for several large upcoming grant-funded projects. The total cost (pay and benefits) of this position is a maximum of $81,600.46 at the highest end of the pay scale. This position will be funded 70% from the sewer fund and 30% from the water fund based on expected work duties. Cost savings from unspent budgeted funds will cover the cost of this position.