Wastewater Treatment Electrician (Electrical & Instrumentation Technician) (LA-070-26E), Whittier

Wastewater Treatment Electrician (Electrical & Instrumentation Technician) (LA-070-26E), Whittier LA County Sanitation District Whittier, California United States View Map

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Wastewater Treatment Electrician (Electrical and Instrumentation Technician) The Sanitation Districts clean the wastewater of over 5 million people and turn it into resources 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Through the operation of 11 wastewater treatment facilities, approximately 510 million gallons per day (MGD) of wastewater are treated at these facilities and 165 MGD are available for reuse. The San Jose Creek Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) currently provides primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment for a design capacity of 100 million gallons of wastewater per day (MGD) and serves a large residential population of approximately 1,000,000 people. We are now recruiting for skilled Wastewater Treatment Electricians (Electrical and Instrumentation Technicians) at our San Jose Creek WRP located in Whittier, California. This is a unique opportunity to work on primary/secondary/tertiary treatment, solids processing, UV disinfection, and advanced water treatment all at one facility. The essential functions of this position are to perform progressively more skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation, computer process control, and electrical equipment and systems. This position operates on a 9/80 work schedule of Monday through Thursday (6:30 am‑4:00 pm) and the working Friday (6:30 am‑3:00 pm). Regular Days Off (RDO) are alternating Fridays. Occasional after‑hours work, overtime, and weekend call‑backs may be required and will be compensated accordingly. This role presents an excellent career opportunity and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Employees receive ongoing technical training, as well as communication and leadership development to support internal career advancement. Additional benefit information is available on the Benefits tab.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of a Supervisor of Electrical and Instrumentation Repair, incumbents assemble, install, maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot and repair and/or replace electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, digital and analog control equipment and systems; operate, maintain, calibrate and repair pneumatic and electronic testing and measuring instruments; maintain records and prepare reports on maintenance and repair work, calibration readings and related data; order parts, supplies and equipment; instruct lower level classes in the series; read, interpret and prepare schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches and equipment specifications; perform math calculations related to the trades; drive to and perform inspections on new construction; maintain shop area; and perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

All candidates must possess a valid California Class C driver license and four years of Electrical & Instrumentation Technician experience performing progressively responsible installation, maintenance and repair work on instrumentation, computer process control and electrical equipment and systems. Twelve units of college coursework or completion of one year of a two‑year degree or certification program in instrumentation, electronics or electrical technology, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience—or completion of a two‑year degree or certification program in instrumentation, electronics or electrical technology, or a closely related field for two years of the required experience.

EXAMPLES OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

The competitive selection process may cover: Knowledge of theories, principles, practices, tools, math formulas and safety considerations used in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, digital and analog control equipment and systems; plant operational systems. Ability to utilize specialized tools, math formulas and equipment of the trade; independently troubleshoot and repair electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, digital and analog control equipment and systems; read, interpret and prepare schematic diagrams, blueprints, sketches and equipment specifications; maintain records and prepare reports; independently perform difficult assignments; instruct lower‑level apprentices in trade techniques.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SELECTION PROCESS:

All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met. The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 50% and/or an interview weighted at 50%. Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process. NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job‑related pre‑employment physical, as well as a reference check, background check, DMV report, and a drug test. As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and individuals from historically marginalized communities to apply.

RETIREMENT

CALPERS: The Districts belong to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and all monthly status new hires will be enrolled in CalPERS. Most new hires will be enrolled in the defined benefit formula of 2% @ 62 in accordance with the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and are required to contribute to the plan (7.75% for the 24/25 fiscal year). Those who qualify based on current or previous public service may be enrolled in the defined benefit formula in place on December 31, 2012, which was 2% @ 55 and are considered “classic” members. For “classic” members, the Districts pay the “employee share.” Please contact the Human Resources Department for more information regarding contribution rates. Although Districts employees are exempt from Social Security, employees are required by federal law to contribute a percentage of their salary for Medicare coverage.

DEFERRED COMP MATCH

For some bargaining units, the Districts provides a matching contribution to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. The match with each paycheck will be the lesser of: 3% of the employee's base monthly salary as listed in the Salary Schedule; and the amount the employee is contributing with that paycheck. The annual total combined employee and employer contribution are subject to IRS limits.

COMPENSATION

Employees receive annual salary increases until reaching step 5 of the salary range and are provided with opportunities to promote. Cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.

HEALTH INSURANCE

MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2026, the Districts contribute $2,417.99 per month for medical insurance. Depending on the choice of health plan, the Districts contribution covers all or a large portion of the premium for family coverage. DENTAL: Districts paid. Employees can choose from prepaid and indemnity dental plans. The Districts pay the full premium for employee and dependent coverage. The indemnity dental plan will have an annual in‑network maximum of $1,750, and an out of network maximum of $1,000. VISION: Employee paid. LIFE: The Districts pay for a term life policy. Employees can buy additional types and amounts of life insurance coverage at group rates.

LEAVE TIME

VACATION: Employees receive 88 hours of paid vacation after one full year of service, increasing up to 128 hours per year after five years, 168 hours per year after 15 years and up to 208 hours after 25 years. Prior to one year of full service, employees are given partial vacation time on January 1, based on the time worked in the preceding year. SICK LEAVE: Eight hours of full‑pay sick leave per month. PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 24 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons. Some bargaining units allow up to 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons. PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for each birth, foster placement and/or adoption (regardless of the number of children involved) as determined by the parental leave policy.

HOLIDAYS

13 paid holidays and one‑half paid holiday depending on the employee's work schedule.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

Employees may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for approved accredited course work.

STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT REIMBURSEMENT

For some bargaining units, the Districts will provide student loan payment reimbursements for principal or interest paid by the employee on a qualified education loan incurred by the employee for the education of the employee. The annual maximum reimbursement is $5,250 and the lifetime reimbursement limit is $21,000.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER BENEFITS

A rewarding career contributing to society and the environment. Flexible work schedules (e.g., 9/80 schedule) depending on the worksite. Clear policies and procedures. Health and safety programs. Carpool opportunities with monetary incentives depending on the worksite. More detailed benefits information can be found on the Districts Benefits page. #J-18808-Ljbffr Careers In Government