Employee Spotlight
Every month, we proudly introduce two of our dedicated team members who contribute to our company's success. Join us in highlighting their hard work, unique talents, and the passion they bring to their respective roles at the District. Get to know the people behind our achievements and learn what makes our team truly special.
Meet - Inderjit Dhatt
Inderjit has been with Stockton East since May 2018 and currently supports the Maintenance & Construction team by bringing a consistently positive attitude and a get-it-done mindset to whatever is in front of us.
What he likes most about SEWD is simple: the people he works with. Inderjit found his way into this profession after selling his trucking business, taking a year off, seeing an opening at the District, and going for it.
What’s most satisfying to him is accomplishing projects and seeing the finished result, and that shows up in his day-to-day work, especially when the District needs steady effort and follow-through.
Outside of work, his favorite pastime is working out at the gym. Something most employees don’t know about him is that he raised his daughter by himself, and that says a lot about the kind of responsibility and commitment he brings to the job.
"Inderjit is the kind of teammate you want when the work is real, and the timeline matters. He stays positive, he steps in, and he takes pride in completing projects the right way. I appreciate what he brings to our department and the example he sets with his work ethic."David Higares, Maintenance & Construction Manager
Meet - Reginald Gold
Reginald “Reggie” Gold has been a dedicated member of Stockton East Water District since January 2010, serving as a Senior Plant Operator. Over the years, Reggie has become a trusted and respected part of the operations team, known for his reliability, steady presence, and commitment to supporting District goals.
Reggie appreciates working at Stockton East for one simple reason: location. Living in Ione, he enjoys an easy backroads commute with virtually no traffic—something he doesn’t take for granted. His path into the water industry was an unexpected one; after working in seasonal construction, he joined his local water district between seasons. The job “found him,” as he puts it, and set him on the fulfilling career path he continues today.
For Reggie, the best part of working at Stockton East is the people. Having coworkers who look out for one another—and truly have each other’s backs—makes every shift meaningful.
Outside of work, Reggie enjoys supporting his kids in their activities and is always up for a long road trip, embracing the journey as much as the destination.
Reggie is a valued member of Stockton East, contributing his years of experience, strong work ethic, and team-centered mindset. He continues to embody the District’s core values and plays a key role in our ongoing success.
“Reggie is the kind of operator you can count on. When he needs to spring into action, he does. He’s thoughtful about plant processes and has a strong ability to piece together what’s going on in real time. His insight and steady approach make him an invaluable part of our operations team.”Jim Wunderlich, Water Operations Manager