Applications will be accepted until there are a sufficient number of highly qualified applicants from which to make a selection, but no more than 80 applications will be accepted. Interviews may be conducted throughout the recruitment process and this recruitment may close at any time, but no later than July 31. Candidates should submit their materials as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
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Candidates with a SWRCB Distribution, or CWEA Mechanical Technologist, certificate must attach it to their application.
Pump & Motor Technician Assistant: $30.19 – $40.46 per hour
Pump & Motor Technician I: $34.95 – $ 46.83 per hour
Pump & Motor Technician II: $40.46 – $54.22 per hour
DEFINITION
Under direct and indirect supervision, locates, operates, inspects, modifies, maintains, repairs, and installs pumps, electric motors, gas and diesel engines, valves, and related mechanical and electrical equipment; assists in the maintenance, repairs and operation of District water, wastewater and reclamation facilities; performs related work as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Pump and Motor Technician Assistant is the entry level class in this series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents assist other Pump & Motor Technicians and electricians on a variety of mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance tasks; learn and perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of water & wastewater pumping systems and related equipment; pressure and flow control facilities, related pipelines, appurtenances, and facilities.
Pump and Motor Technician I is the journey level class in this series. Initially under general supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties in the maintenance, repair, and operation of mechanical and electrical equipment required for the continuous operation of water and wastewater pumping stations, treatment facilities, and related pipelines and facilities.
Pump and Motor Technician II is the advanced journey level class in this series, with incumbents performing the full range of assigned duties which includes the more difficult and complex maintenance, repair, and operation of mechanical and electrical equipment required for the continuous operation of water and wastewater pumping stations, treatment facilities, and related pipelines and facilities. This position is distinguished from the Senior Pump & Motor Technician, which serves as a lead worker for the department.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED
The Pump & Motor Technician series is supervised by the Mechanical/Electrical Supervisor. It does not supervise any staff. Journey-level Technicians will train less experienced staff.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education or experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be: graduation from high school or equivalent. Water or wastewater coursework desirable, and;
Pump and Motor Technician Assistant: one year of mechanical maintenance work experience required.
Pump and Motor Technician I: Two years’ experience in the operation, repair, and maintenance of pumps, electric motors, and industrial engines in a water or wastewater agency or equivalent required.
Pump and Motor Technician II: Three years of experience in the operation, repair, and maintenance of pumps, electric motors, and industrial engines in a water or wastewater agency or equivalent required.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class C California driver’s license, and a satisfactory driving record;
Pump and Motor Technician Assistant: Possession of a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Plant Maintenance Technologist Grade I is desirable; possession of a State Water Resources Control Board (SWCRB) Water Distribution Grade 1 (D1) desirable.
Pump and Motor Technician I: Possession of a SWRCB Water Distribution Operator Grade 1 (D1) certificate required; possession of a California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) Mechanical Technologist Grade I certificate is preferred.
