Maintenance Mechanic - I, II

Maintenance Mechanic I/II Utilities Division

The City of San Clemente invites applications for Maintenance Mechanics to help maintain the critical systems that support the City's water and wastewater operations. This is a hands-on role working with pumps, motors, valves and other stationary mechanical equipment essential to daily operations. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in wastewater and utility systems that keep the City running everyday. San Clemente offers a collaborative, team-oriented work environment where employees take pride in their work and the impact it has on the community. With a mix of field and plant work in a coastal setting, this position provides the opportunity to build technical skills while working outdoors in one of Southern California's most desirable locations.

Maintenance Mechanic I: $38.51-$46.80

Maintenance Mechanic II: $41.42-$50.34

Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform a variety of functions in the construction, installation, repair, and maintenance of water and wastewater mechanical machinery and related equipment.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance functions on pumps, motors, valves and other mechanical systems in water and wastewater facilities.
• Troubleshoots the cause of malfunctions using visual inspection, precision measuring and test instruments.
• Remove and install all types of mechanical pumps, motors, valves and other mechanical systems in water and wastewater facilities.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with operations and assist with alternate mode operation setup and bypass systems to facilitate equipment maintenance and preserve overall systems performance.
• Use proper mechanical maintenance procedures, and specialized equipment tool care in order to comply with systems safety procedures.
• Read and interpret related symbols and markings; locate, identify and mark underground utilities.
• Operate a variety of trucks, generators, pneumatic tools, trenchers, diggers, compressors, small power tools, and equipment associated with mechanical maintenance.
• Complete daily maintenance activity work orders and logs.
• Lubricate, calibrate and maintain shop, field and plant mobile and stationary equipment.
• Estimate time, materials and equipment required to complete assigned jobs; requisition materials as required.
• Operate and maintain various sewer lift stations.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

In addition to the qualifications for Maintenance Mechanic I, Maintenance Mechanic II requires:

• Considerable knowledge of equipment and procedures involved in the installation, maintenance, operation, and repair of water and wastewater utility systems.
• Standard principles of mathematics, hydraulics, and metallurgy.
• Principles and practices of wastewater treatment, water treatment, and reclamation facility operations.
• Operating principles of plant equipment including valves, pumps, and motors.
• Safe work practices.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Mechanical principles, methods, tools, equipment, and safety procedures, including departmental safety standards.
• Metal fabrication and welding.

Minimum qualifications include:

Maintenance Mechanic I: Two (2) years of experience performing mechanical maintenance work equivalent to that of a Maintenance Mechanic Trainee with the City of San Clemente, or One (1) year of experience in a position performing similar mechanical maintenance work in a water/wastewater treatment plant, water distribution system, or similar environment. High School Diploma or equivalent; supplemented by specialized training in the maintenance and mechanical fields. Completion of a Mechanical Maintenance Certification (or other relevant program) may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience. Possession of a valid, Class C California Driver's License. Possession of a CWEA Mechanical Technician I certification within twelve (12) months of appointment.

Maintenance Mechanic II: Four (4) years of related experience applying preventative and corrective mechanical maintenance skills in a water/wastewater treatment plant, water distribution system or similar environment, as well as on field equipment and analyzing mechanical systems and processes. High School Diploma, or equivalent supplemented by specialized training in mechanical equipment maintenance. College level coursework is highly desirable. Completion of a Mechanical Maintenance Certification (or other relevant program) may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience. Possession of a valid, Class C California Driver's License. Possession of a Mechanical Technician II certification within twelve (12) months of appointment. Possession of a CWEA Grade I-II Collection Systems Maintenance Technician and CA State DOHS Water Distribution Grade DI-II is desirable.

Special requirements include:

• Respond to emergencies as required
• Maintenance Mechanics will be required to participate in after hours, weekend, and holiday On-Call duty
• Be able to respond within 45 minutes of an emergency call-out

The City of San Clemente provides excellent benefits which include:

• FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE – Most positions work a 9/80 work schedule.
• HOLIDAYS – The City presently recognizes 12 regular holidays, plus two floating holidays.
• VACATION – Employees accumulate vacation at the rate of 104 hours per year increasing to a maximum of 176 hours based on years of service.
• SICK LEAVE - Accrual of 8 hours per month.
• INSURANCE – The City provides a comprehensive benefit package including employee medical, dental, vision.
• LIFE INSURANCE – Value equal to two times annual earnings up to a maximum of $100,000.
• DEFERRED COMPENSATION – Employees may elect to enroll in a voluntary plan and defer up to the IRS permitted annual maximum. Employees may defer up to a maximum of $24,500 annually in 2026. Individuals aged 50 and older can contribute up to $8,000 in catch-up contributions to these plans.
• FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT – Employees may participate in either or both of the Health Care or Dependent Care programs.
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM – The City offers full-time employees and their dependents an EAP program which provides a variety of professional services.
• ON-SITE FITNESS CENTER - The City provides a no fee on-site fitness center with state of the art equipment located in City Hall.
• RETIREMENT – The City of San Clemente is a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and is subject to the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act (PEPRA). The retirement formula for new employees is based on the category below that the new employee falls under. Employee contribution rates will be determined by the employee's classification and requirements under PEPRA.