The Human Resources Department accepts applications year-round. Employment applications are active for one year. When a position becomes open, active recruiting will occur according to the YCUA Hiring Policy. All eligible applications received within the year will be considered. Screening will occur to determine which applicants will be invited to take the pre-employment test, which is required for certain positions.

YCUA is dedicated to providing top quality, cost effective, environmentally safe water and wastewater services to our customers. We realize that it takes a first class, professional, and customer oriented staff to achieve our mission. We recognize that our employees and our most important resource.

YCUA offers:

• Competitive wages
• Paid health insurance, dental insurance and life insurance
• Generous paid time off benefits, based upon years of service
• Excellent health and safety record due to high quality safety programs
• A commitment to employee training and education
• Excellent career growth possibilities
• Employee representation by AFSCME and Teamsters
• Equal Employment Opportunities. We are committed to having a workforce that is reflective of the communities we service.

The Entry-Level Clerical Worker Hiring Process:

1. Applications are accepted year round.
2. Applications are active for one year.
3. When a position becomes open, active recruiting will occur, in accordance with the YCUA Hiring Policy.
4. Please note, if an internal candidate applies for the entry-level position, their rights for the position will override external applicants, in accordance with the contract.
5. All active applications will be reviewed and screened for minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job description.
6. The current test covers keyboarding, data entry, bookkeeping and clerical skills. Based on the position, minimum standards are required.
7. Applicants invited to interview will be selected based on test scores and qualifications as indicated on submitted application.
8. Prior to any offer, previous employment references will be checked.
9. All employment offers will be contingent upon YCUA, or its agent, conducting and receiving favorable results from a physical exam and drug test, as well as a background investigation, including criminal and driving records.
10. All new employees in entry-level positions have a 90-day qualifying period.
11. YCUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Entry-Level Operations Worker Hiring Process:

1. Applications are accepted year round.
2. Applications are active for one year.
3. When a position becomes open, active recruiting will occur, in accordance with the YCUA Hiring Policy.
4. Please note, if an internal candidate applies for the entry-level position, their rights for the position will override external applicants, in accordance with the contract.
5. All active applications will be reviewed and screened for minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job description.
6. Passing a written test is required for entry-level positions. Those applicants who have been selected to take the test will be notified. The current test contains questions which asses basic math and reading, skills, mechanical knowledge, following directions, and personality.
7. Applicants invited to interview will be selected based on test scores and qualifications as indicated on submitted applications.
8. Prior to any offer, previous employment references will be checked.
9. All employment offers will be contingent upon YCUA, or its agent, conducting and receiving favorable results from a physical exam and drug test, as well as a background investigation, including criminal and driving records and a credit history.
10. All new employees in entry-level positions have a 90-day qualifying period.
11. YCUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.