Utility Technician (Mechanical)

Join our team as a Utility Technician (Mechanical)!

Santa Margarita Water District is seeking a motivated and dependable Utility Technician to support the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of the District’s water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure. This entry-level, full-time, represented position performs routine to semi-skilled physical work while gaining hands-on experience across a variety of operational and mechanical functions essential to public utility services.

About the Role

Under direct supervision, the Utility Technician assists with a wide range of field and facility-based work, including installing and repairing pipelines, valves, hydrants, pumps, and treatment plant equipment. The role supports general construction and maintenance activities, operates hand and power tools, assists with mechanical repairs, and responds to emergency situations as needed.

This position is designed as a training role within the District’s Operations Department, providing opportunities for cross-training, certification attainment, and career progression into Systems Operator, Utility Operator, or Mechanic classifications as skills and experience develop.

Meet Santa Margarita Water District

Santa Margarita Water District is a dynamic, forward-thinking agency dedicated to delivering high-quality potable water, recycled water, and wastewater services to its 200,000 customers across Southern Orange County. As one of the region’s largest and most impactful utilities, we are committed to the highest standards of transparency, innovation, and environmental stewardship.

Our people drive our progress, innovation, and results. Our collaborative, human-first culture fosters a sense of camaraderie and purpose as we do work that truly matters.

Dynamic teams of intelligent individuals work collaboratively to achieve the District’s goals and solve challenges with a shared commitment that is not often found in governmental agencies.

Santa Margarita Water District’s values include:

• Exemplary service excellence
• Intelligent innovation that is forward-thinking and adaptive
• Ethical fiscal responsibility and transparency
• Environmental and resource stewardship
• Employee development and leadership training
• Building relationships that strengthen communities

What You Will Do

• Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of District infrastructure, including pipelines, valves, hydrants, meters, and treatment plant equipment
• Perform general construction and maintenance work on District facilities, including concrete, plumbing, framing, roofing, and painting
• Assist with mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on pumps, compressors, engines, and related equipment
• Excavate and shore trenches; backfill and resurface work areas; clean and restore job sites
• Assist in servicing pump stations, chemical feed systems, telemetry systems, and related infrastructure
• Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and light-to-heavy equipment as trained and certified
• Monitor gauges, telemetry, and equipment readings and assist with basic data collection and recordkeeping
• Support flushing, cleaning, and maintenance of collection and distribution systems
• Follow safety policies and procedures, including traffic control, confined space entry, and use of protective equipment
• Respond to emergency situations and participate in standby duties as required

What You Bring

• Willingness to learn and perform a wide variety of construction, maintenance, and mechanical tasks
• Ability to work safely in physically demanding environments and varying weather conditions
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to follow instructions and established procedures
• Basic mechanical aptitude and interest in utility operations
• Ability to operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles safely
• Attention to safety, reliability, and quality workmanship
• Effective communication skills and a positive, professional attitude

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience performing laborer work in construction, mechanical, or maintenance-related fields, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Other Necessary Requirements/Additional Information

• Valid California Class C driver’s license and ability to maintain insurability
• Ability to obtain required certifications based on assignment (e.g., D1 certification, commercial driver’s license, CPR/First Aid, Confined Space Entry, SCBA) within specified timeframes
• Ability to meet the physical, safety, and standby requirements of the position

To view the full job description click here: Utility Technician (Mechanical) Job Description

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