Pump & Motor Technician Asst/Tech I/Tech II

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 online as soon as possible to ensure consideration. 

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.

Essential Functions

Essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintains, installs, troubleshoots, and repairs water, wastewater reclamation, and wastewater systems and facilities, and equipment, including underground facilities, pumping systems, pressure reducing/sustaining/flow control facilities, valves, cla-vals and related controls; including low voltage electrical appurtenances. 
• Locates, tests, operates, repairs, maintains, and installs mechanical and electrical equipment and components, including pumps, motors, valves, and related appurtenances; performs cleaning, greasing, and related mechanical work; fabricates, repairs, and installs a wide variety of mechanical equipment; performs troubleshooting and minor maintenance or repairs on electrical equipment;
• Utilizes the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to generate work orders and purchase requisitions; enters applicable data tracking for preventative maintenance and equipment repair; prepares, inputs, and maintains accurate computerized and written records and reports related to work and maintenance performed;
• Estimates and secures tools, materials and supplies necessary to complete assignments, requests parts and supplies as necessary; maintains work sites and vehicles in a clean and orderly condition;
• Operates a variety of equipment, and hand and power tools, as needed to construct, repair, and maintain mechanical equipment and other District properties and facilities;
• Interprets plans, specifications, “as-builts”, and books for work location; reads charts and gauges; maintains records and logs;
• Performs troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, installation, and adjustments to a variety of District appurtenances, including related pipelines and structures; performs related work including painting, and upgrading of District appurtenances;
• Observes safe work methods and safety precautions related to the work; requests and follows traffic control as necessary; uses appropriate safety devices and equipment; safely operates and maintains a wide variety of hand and power tools related to the work;
• Uses and performs minor maintenance on a variety of hand and power tools; maintains and cares for all equipment and tools used in work; 
• Operates service truck to respond to customer complaints; determines if repair is District responsibility; reports work needed to necessary department; pumps flooded areas; removes and replaces fences, landscaped areas, brick, and concrete areas and other private property affected by easement work;
• Operates assigned vehicles skillfully and safely; loads and unload trucks; inspects, cleans, and fuels vehicles; reports needed repairs to fleet department; observes safe driving practices;
• Responds to emergencies as necessary, including weekends and holidays; may work outside of regular work hours;
• Operates copiers and a variety of office equipment;
• Performs duties in a professional manner and works well with others or in a team setting;
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with co-workers, outside agencies, and the public;
• Regular attendance and adherence to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities;
• Observes safe work practices and safety methods; performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Already has a current CWEA Mechanical Technologist certificate;
• Has prior mechanical maintenance experience with a water or wastewater agency;
• Experience troubleshooting complex maintenance issues on pumps & motors;
• Works productively and completes assignments independently;
• Works well with other employees at all levels.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Equipment, techniques, and procedures involved in the maintenance and repair of potable water pump stations, altitude control valves, pressure reducing/sustaining/flow control valves, water reclamation facility, sewer lift stations, and related facilities and equipment;
• Mechanical principles related to the maintenance and repair of pumps, electric motors, gas and diesel engines, valves, and related equipment and appurtenances; 
• Safe operation and maintenance of a wide variety of equipment, hand and power tools, and machinery used in the work; 
• Water and wastewater system operations; preventive maintenance practices; shop mathematics; 
• Telephone and radio communications; 
• Safe work conditions; methods and safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work; 
• Basic computer equipment and software pertaining to the work; record keeping practices pertaining to the work.

Ability to:

• Maintain, repair, and replace all types of pumps, electric motors, gas and diesel engines, valves, and related equipment and appurtenances; 
• Perform varied mechanical and electrical maintenance and repair work; 
• Diagnose problems and determine appropriate action; 
• Read, interpret, and work from sketches, books, blueprints, and specifications; 
• Perform a variety of manual and semi-skilled tasks related to water and wastewater facilities and appurtenances; 
• Keep accurate records and make reports; 
• Read plans, as-builts, books, and District maps for locating equipment and appurtenances; 
• Determine correct shut down procedures, valve operations, and re-activation procedures; 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and those contacted during the work.

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, Certificates, 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.
• Pump and Motor Technician II: Possession of a SWRCB Water Distribution Operator Grade D2 certificate required; possession of a CWEA Mechanical Technologist Grade II certificate highly preferred.