SENIOR WASTEWATER MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

The Position

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of SENIOR WASTEWATER MAINTENANCE MECHANIC to fill one (1) vacancy in theWastewater Division of the Public Works Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

Under general supervision, a Senior Wastewater Maintenance Mechanic will supervise and participate in the installation, maintenance, and repair of heavy industrial/plant mechanical and electromechanical machinery and equipment; and do related work as required.

Work Performed

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervise, and participate in the maintenance and repair of machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Supervise and participate in the operation of a lathe, milling machine and other machine tools in repairing large pumps, variable speed drives, motors, chain drives, sewerage lift stations and related equipment.
• Supervise and participate in the installation of pumps, variable speed drives and motors, controllers and timing devices.
• Supervise and participate in the lubrication and inspection of equipment and in the replacing of packing in pumps and valves and bearings in motors, pumps and other equipment.
• Supervise and participate in general building maintenance and repair, including HVAC and air handler systems troubleshooting and maintenance, including carpentry, pouring and finishing of concrete, and painting work.
• Use a variety of hand and power hand tools and may operate overhead traveling bridge cranes and truck cranes.
• Maintain records of maintenance, repair and lubrication of machinery and equipment within the asset management system.
• When assigned to Facility maintenance, will assist with supervising warehouse staff and participate in maintaining inventory stock, procurement and issuance.
• Will be required to work with, coordinate and schedule plant staff, vendors, and contractors for plant and remote station services and maintenance.
• Lead, direct, train and assign work to subordinates.

Qualifications

Recruitment Guidelines:

Education : High School diploma or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience : Five years of experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of heavy industrial plant mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, vari-speed and chain drives, lift stations and related equipment. Lead experience is desirable.

Necessary Special Requirement(s):

• Possession of an appropriate, valid California Class "C" motor vehicle operator's license. May require the ability to obtain a valid California Class "B" motor vehicle operator's license.
• Possession of a Grade II Mechanical Technologist Certification issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).
• Possession of a Grade III Mechanical Technologist Certification issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) within 12 months from the date of hire.

*A Senior Wastewater Maintenance Mechanic hired or promoted prior to January 1, 2024, is "grand-fathered” so the CWEA Mechanical Technologist, Grade III certification is not a requirement. An incumbent hired or promoted to the Senior Wastewater Maintenance Mechanic after December 31, 2023, must possess the CWEA Mechanical Technologist Grade II Certification and must obtain the CWEA Mechanical Technologist Grade III certification within 12 months of hire or promotion date.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Current possession of a Grade III Maintenance Technologist Certification from the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).
• Possession of a Crane Operators Certification from the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO).
• Possession of at least one year of facilities mechanical maintenance experience (HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, etc.), at a Wastewater treatment plant or similar processing facility.

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

3) Current Grade II or Grade III Mechanical Technologist Certificate (scanned and attached to the online application).

PLEASE NOTE: FOR DIRECTIONS ON ATTACHING A DOCUMENT TO AN ON-LINE APPLICATION, OR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS: If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at https://naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ .An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) - Wastewater

The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

• Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
• Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,734 per month for employee and dependent coverage (HMO plan).
• Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month.
• Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
• Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
• Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $125 per month to a 457 deferred compensation plan for a minimum $25 monthly employee contribution.
• Leave Benefits - Includes all the typical vacation, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits.
• Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
• Long Term Disability - The City contributes a monthly premium of $25.60 towards the LTD premium cost, with the employee paying the remainder of the premium to cover the total monthly premium cost; such premium will be deducted from employees wages. Enrollment in the LTD plan is mandatory for all employees
• LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents.
• Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents.
• Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs. = 128 hrs., 10+ yrs.= 168 hrs.

For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1

Closing Date/Time: 8/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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