Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician I/II (Multiple Vacancies)

The Position

There are currently two vacancies for Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician I/II in the Public Works Department in the following assignments: 1) Wastewater Collection Systems, 2) Wastewater Treatment Plant.

The Public Works Department currently has two vacant Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician I/II positions: one assigned to the Wastewater Treatment Plant, and one assigned to the Wastewater Collection Division. The Wastewater Treatment Plant position is responsible to maintain mechanical equipment and infrastructure assets that drive and support the wastewater treatment process. The Wastewater Collection Division position provides mechanical maintenance to the equipment of the sanitary sewer collection system. Candidates provide inspection, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance tasks on pumps, motors, compressors, boilers, valves, blowers, cogeneration engines, standby generators, manual and automatic control centers and other types of equipment related to wastewater treatment plants, pumping facilities and sanitary sewer collection systems. Candidates fabricate pumping and piping support structures and use computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) software to track maintenance tasks, work orders and condition assessment information. Both positions contribute to systems regulated by state and federal permits designed to protect public health and the environment. Candidates with experience in mechanical maintenance, construction, and use of hand and power tools are encouraged to apply.

This position requires a valid Class C driver's license at the time of application. The eligible list for this position will also be utilized to fill any assignments in the Wastewater Collection Division, which requires a California Class B driver's license with proper endorsements within one year of date of appointment. A DMV report is not required at the time of application but will be required if a candidate is selected for the Wastewater Collection assignment.

Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician I salary range is $34.41 - $48.43 hourly. Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician II salary range is $39.66 - $55.81 hourly. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other Regular and Temporary Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician I/II vacancies that may occur during the life of the list. The eligible list established from this recruitment is valid for up to one year from the date established unless the list is extended or abolished by the Human Resources Director.

Recruitment #27-006

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

The following process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Human Resources Director. The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

On Thursday, 08/20 /26 recruitment will close. All application materials must be received by the Human Resources Department by 5:00 pm; postmarks are not accepted. To apply, submit:

• Application - online application only. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of filling out the application form completely. Click the Apply button to begin the online process.
• Response to supplemental questions - will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Any work experience described here must also be included in your employment history on the main application.

• Week of 08/24 and 08/31/26: Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications for this position. Candidates will be notified of their status in the recruitment by 09/11/26.
• Week of 09/14 and/or 09/21/26: Interviews will be tentatively scheduled for top candidates. The examination process will include an interview and may include a written and/or performance exercise.

Basic Function Under general supervision, performs a variety of mechanical maintenance work in the Public Works Wastewater Systems division on the City's wastewater treatment plant, wastewater collections system, and remote facilities.

Distinguishing Characteristics The Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician I is the entry and training level classification of the Mechanical Technician series in which incumbents are expected to perform routine preventative and minor repair to mechanical systems. Incumbents assist journey-level mechanical technicians or other personnel in a variety of more complex work under direct supervision. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician II in that the latter is the journey level classification in the series and is expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned duties under general direction.

The Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician II is distinguished from the next higher classification of Wastewater Facilities Lead Mechanical Technician in that the latter is the lead, advanced journey-level classification in the series and performs the most complex duties assigned to the Mechanical Technician series.

The Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician I/II is alternately staffed. The Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician I is required to obtain a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Plant Maintenance (PM) Technologist Grade 1 certification within 24 months of date of appointment. Upon obtaining this certification, an incumbent will be automatically promoted to the II classification. The Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician II is required to obtain the CWEA PM Mechanical Technologist Grade 2 certification within 24 months of date of appointment.

Typical Duties

(May include, but are not limited to, those duties listed below.)

• Develops and carries out an on-going inspection and preventive maintenance program to insure adequate mechanical operation of the treatment and pumping facilities.
• Troubleshoots equipment as referred by work orders or verbal directions; determines necessary repairs; makes recommendations to supervisor regarding actions needed; and performs such work as feasible and appropriate.
• Removes, repairs, and completely overhauls pumps, motors, sludge centrifuge gear drives, mechanical bar-screens, gas compressors, boilers, valves, blowers, and other types of equipment related to wastewater treatment plants and pumping facilities.
• Services and maintains motors and the plant's internal combustion engines.
• Performs basic mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting on a variety of electrical equipment related to pumping systems, including motors, manual and automatic control centers, panel-boards and switch indicators and remote control equipment; troubleshoots and performs minor mechanical repairs on electric motors, coordinating work with electrical technicians as required.
• Utilizes a variety of mechanical, welding, plumbing, and machinists' tools to fabricate, rebuild, strengthen, and maintain various parts and pieces of plant equipment.
• Fabricates, assembles, and installs special structures and equipment from blueprints, schematics, drawings, or construction diagrams, including rough and finished carpentry work as needed for repair or remodel.
• Performs maintenance on large pipes, valves, and related fittings with diameters up to 54 inches.
• Maintains work records and preventative maintenance records and computer directed preventative maintenance records as required.
• Uses a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) or other computerized monitoring and operating systems including SCADA system.
• Occasionally leads a small crew of workers on assigned projects.
• May order supplies and materials as required for completion of various work assignments; prepares and maintains related documents and records.
• May be required to perform duties related to confined space entry and rescue.
• Performs other related duties that may be reasonably expected as part of this classification.

Working Conditions Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing up to 100 pounds is also required. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, heat and cold. May use chemicals and cleaning products which may expose the employee to fumes, dust and air contaminants. May be exposed to biohazards and/or hazardous chemicals. The nature of the work may also require the incumbent to climb ladders, use power tools and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions and enter confined spaces. Some positions require the incumbent to work both in and around oceanic surf to perform assigned duties. Depending on assignment, the incumbent may be required to respond to after hours emergency call outs and to wear a uniform. An incumbent may perform assigned duties while wearing respiratory protection equipment. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

Minimum Qualifications

The minimum qualifications for Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are the following:

Education and Experience:

Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician I

• High school diploma or tested equivalent; and
• One (1) year of mechanical experience that includes the routine maintenance of standard drive or manufacturing equipment such as motors and pumps.

Wastewater Facilities Mechanical Technician II

• High school diploma or tested equivalent; and
• Four (