What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utilities Mechanic I-II (Ventura Water - Wastewater) position at City of Ventura?
Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Monday, March 17, 2025, at 11 : 59 pm
Pay & Benefits
- Utilities Mechanic I : $28.62 - $34.79 Hourly DOQ
- Utilities Mechanic II : $31.47 - $38.25 Hourly DOQ
- Benefits
Medical Insurance options include HMO, PPO, HSA
The City of Ventura Water Department is looking for a Utilities Mechanic I / II to join our Wastewater Maintenance Team. If you are seeking an opportunity to grow into a long-term career in water, we offer training and advancement opportunities at the Ventura Water Reclamation Facility.
A New Opportunity and what you'll do...
The Utilities Mechanic performs a wide variety of mechanical repairs on plant equipment and facilities and may occasionally assist in routine electrical maintenance work. These skilled professionals may work alone or as members of a crew in construction, maintenance / repair of the wastewater system's equipment and facilities.
Depending on experience, this team member will act in an entry level or journey capacity maintaining mechanical equipment related to wastewater facilities. The Wastewater team is responsible for mechanical work at Ventura Water Reclamation Facility and offsite pump lift stations throughout the City.
Incumbents may be required to work stand-by on a rotational basis and report to work on a callback basis as needed within a designated time frame. Standby assignment is at the discretion of the Division Head.
If you have a desire to join a dedicated team committed to providing the highest level of customer service to citizens of the City of Ventura!
Through education, training and / or experience you can :
Experience and Qualifications for Success!
Utilities Mechanic I : A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to one year of experience working with and performing repairs to a variety of mechanical equipment.
Utilities Mechanic II : A combination of education, training and experience equivalent to two years at the Utilities Mechanic I level independently performing repairs to a variety of mechanical equipment related to water and wastewater equipment and facilities and demonstrated ability to safely assist journey level electrical workers.
License or Certificate Requirements :
Wastewater : Possession of a valid California Class C driver license. Within six months of employment, employees must obtain and, thereafter, maintain a valid California Class A driver's license with the following endorsements / restrictions : Tanker endorsements - no restrictions.
According to the Department of Transportation (DOT), drug testing is required.
CWEA Mechanical Technologist Grade I / II Certification is desirable.
Apply Now!
Submit an online City job application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline or first review date at www.cityofventura.ca.gov / jobs.
Start Your Journey... Follow the Process
Applications and supplemental questions will be accepted until Monday, March 17, 2025, at 11 : 59 pm
The Eligibility List established for this classification may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.
For additional information on the duties and responsibilities of the position, refer to the job descriptions located on the City's Career Page at City of Ventura Jobs or by clicking here Utilities Mechanic I / II.
If you have questions about the recruitment process, please contact any of the Human Resources Recruitment Team at recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov. or Melanie Hanisco at mhanisco@cityofventura.ca.gov.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need an accommodation in a selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department in writing by the final filing date of the position you are interested in. The Human Resources address is : 501 Poli Street, Room 210, Ventura, CA 93001, (805) 654-7853, e-mail : recruitment@cityofventura.ca.gov.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and / or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!
Salary : $29 - $35
