Employment - Benefits

Employment Benefits

We believe in the person behind each and every job. We offer a broad range of benefits to help our employees maintain a balance between work and the rest of their busy lives. The district is more than a group of employees—it's a group of people serving people.

The following benefits are available to Palmdale Water District full-time employees:

Your Health and Well Being

Insurance: Paid medical, dental and vision with dependent coverage

Time Off and Family

Holiday Pay: 12 paid holidays plus two floating holidays
Paid Time Off 10-20 days per year based on duration of employment
Extended Leave: We extend leave for: family and medical, disability, bereavement, court and military

Planning for the Future

Employee Development: We offer training courses and materials on everything from computer software to water quality so our employees can reach their full potential
Tuition Assistance: Employees enrolled in approved higher education courses and professional training programs related to job position are eligible for tuition reimbursement Pension/Retirement: District contribution to California PERS Plan and personal investment to deferred comp (457) plan

Employee Eligible Discounts

Water District employees are offered discounts on miscellaneous products and services at various times of the year such as admission to Disneyland, Magic Mountain, Sea World, San Diego Wild Animal Park and San Diego Zoo, Universal Studios, etc.

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Employment Opportunities

Equal Employment

The Palmdale Water District ensures compliance with the laws, regulations, policies, and guidance that prohibit discrimination in the workplace based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, or reprisal.

Our respect for others is not just a kindness, it's a necessity. Diversity in the workplace guarantees a stronger, more balanced work environment, and helps us understand and relate to the broad community we serve.

The Palmdale Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We support a drug-free and smoke-free work environment.

The information contained at this website is for informational purposes only and is subject to change from time to time, without notice. Users should contact the Palmdale Water District to confirm if the information posted is current.

"Providing high quality water to our current and future customers at a reasonable cost."