Water Reclamation Plant Mechanic II

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THE POSITION

The ideal candidate for the position of Water Reclamation Plant Mechanic II will be an individual who can perform the installation and maintenance of pumps, motors, valves, piping/conduit, and other mechanical equipment at a journey level. The candidate selected will work in the city’s Water Reclamation Plant as well as several pump stations throughout the city. The ideal candidate should be able to utilize power and hand tools, electrical testing devices, welding and fabrication equipment, and the ability to work safely in an industrial environment. It is desirable for the candidate to have some experience with equipment at a wastewater treatment plant or similar industrial facility.
Under general supervision of the Water Reclamation Superintendent or designee, the Water Reclamation Plant Mechanic II performs a full range of skilled mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation work in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of process equipment and systems at the City’s water reclamation facilities and pump stations. The position ensures continuous and efficient plant and pump station operation through preventive maintenance, diagnostic testing, and emergency response, and may assist in training and guiding lower-level staff.
This is the journey-level classification in the Water Reclamation Plant Mechanic series. Employees at this level perform the full scope of duties with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment in the diagnosis and correction of complex mechanical, electrical and instrumentation issues. This classification is distinguished from Water Reclamation Plant Mechanic I by its increased responsibility for complex diagnostics, independent decision-making, and leadership in field operations. The Water Reclamation Plant Mechanic II is a flexibly staffed classification in which employees may advance to the next level in the series based on demonstrated competencies, experience, and the needs of the department.

• Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and calibrates mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems, including pumps, motors, compressors, blowers, generators, variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control centers (MCCs), control circuits, and associated process equipment.
• Inspects and evaluates equipment performance, identifies maintenance needs, and recommends corrective or preventive measures.
• Rebuilds, fabricates, and modifies components to improve reliability and system performance.
• Installs and maintains centrifugal, positive displacement, and screw pumps; performs pump efficiency testing, lubrication, seal replacement, and alignment.
• Maintains and repairs chemical feed, filtration, and hydraulic control systems.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, including conduit, switchgear, lighting, control wiring, and backup generators.
• Installs, calibrates, and maintains instrumentation and control equipment, including flow meters, level transmitters, pressure sensors, analytical meters, and chemical dosing controls.
• Installs, programs, and maintains SCADA and PLC-based systems, telemetry, and operator interface terminals; troubleshoots communication and control issues.
• Participates in planning and implementing equipment upgrades and capital improvements; reviews plans and schematics and coordinates work with contractors.
• Installs, repairs, and modifies process piping (PVC, cast iron, stainless steel, and copper) including cutting, threading, welding, and fitting new lines and valves.
• Operates and maintains heavy equipment such as forklifts and cranes; performs routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles and tools. Set up rigging and hoisting equipment for repair work.
• Orders and inventories parts and materials ensures the availability of critical spare components.
• Assists with or leads training of operators and lower-level maintenance staff in safe and efficient equipment operation and maintenance practices.
• Maintains accurate records and logs of work performed, time, materials, and system data using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Responds to emergency conditions at the plant or pump stations during regular shifts, on standby, weekends, or holidays; assists in diagnosing and correcting plant malfunctions.
• Provides courteous and professional customer service in responding to public inquiries and internal requests.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED).
• Two (2) years of experience performing skilled maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical/instrumentation systems in a water or wastewater treatment plant, manufacturing plant or other industrial facilities with similar equipment to the Water Reclamation Plant.

Licenses and Certifications

• Grade II Mechanical Technologist Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) required within two (2) years of date of hire.
• Grade I Electrical/Instrumentation Technologist Certificate issued by CWEA is highly desirable.
• Valid California driver’s license appropriate to the equipment operated.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of:

• Principles, methods, tools, and equipment used in wastewater treatment plant maintenance and repair.
• Mechanical and electrical theory related to pumps, motors, compressors, generators, and valves.
• Techniques for maintaining and troubleshooting VFDs, MCCs, and control systems.
• Calibration, programming, and maintenance of SCADA, PLCs, and process instrumentation.
• Piping installation and repair, including welding, threading, and fabrication methods.
• Preventive and predictive maintenance scheduling and documentation using CMMS.
• Safe work practices related to electrical systems, confined-space entry, lockout/tagout, and hazardous materials.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
• Basic mathematics, algebra, and hydraulic calculations used in process maintenance.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA, Cal/OSHA, and environmental compliance standards.

Ability to:

• Perform a wide range of skilled mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation duties safely and efficiently.
• Diagnoses, troubleshoot, and repair complex process equipment and systems.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Operate diagnostic instruments, hand and power tools, welding equipment, and heavy machinery.
• Perform precise alignment, calibration, and electrical testing.
• Plan and complete work independently and meet critical maintenance deadlines.
• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and documentation.
• Use modern computer applications including CMMS, spreadsheets, and SCADA interfaces.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations, including outside of normal working hours.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with City staff, contractors, and vendors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and a water reclamation plant setting; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; to see in the normal visual range; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an office and water reclamation plant environments with some travel to different field sites and locations; exposure to noise of plant machinery and other equipment, mechanical and electrical hazards, fumes and odors of sewage, chemicals, and gases, toxic substances such as chemicals, cleaners, solvents, and gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work with machinery; work in or around water and wastewater; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces, occasionally works in confined spaces or on ladders/scaffolding; incumbents are subject to 24-hour emergency callbacks and standby and are required to work varying hours, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The City of Camarillo is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.

Disaster Services Assignments

As public employees, we play an enhanced role in the event of a disaster or other emergency in our community. You will be registered as a disaster services worker, and you will be issued a disaster services identification card. In the event of a disaster or other emergency, make sure that your family is safe and secure first, then report to your assigned emergency location. Temporary employees generally do not receive disaster services assignments.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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FOR FIRST CONSIDERATION, CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE LISTED CLOSING DATE AND TIME. TENTATIVE FIRST ROUND INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD THE WEEK OF APRIL 27 AND FINAL INTERVIEWS THE WEEK OF MAY 4.