Pump Maintenance Technician

Pump Maintenance Technician

The Water and Sewer Utilities Department is a utility enterprise that provides planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of the City's water distribution system, sewer collection system, and recycled water system. For more information about Water and Sewer Utilities please visit the department website.

The incumbent in this position will possess a thorough understanding of installation, operation and routine maintenance procedures including but not limited to: SCADA RTU's, water well site maintenance, Cla-Valve adjustments and repair, motor control center diagnostics, well site meter reads, water system pressure adjustments, water tank isolation/pump-down, tank and distribution system chlorination, interconnections with neighboring cities, zone valve adjustment and repair, altimeter valve maintenance, motorized butterfly valve adjustment & maintenance, harvesting reports from SCADA, transducer maintenance, VFD troubleshooting, pressure monitoring stations, swimming pool and domestic hot water solar heating systems, pumps and pump stations and their appurtenances as are used for the pumping of potable water, non-potable(recycled) water, sewer and storm water in the City of Santa Clara Water & Sewer Utility and in the Street Department Storm Drain Division.

The incumbent may be assigned to work in either the Water Utility or the Sewer Utility and will be capable of exercising independent judgement in performing routine tasks, as well as making recommendations regarding major maintenance requirements or operational changes as might be indicated to assure the best use of pumping plants and related equipment.

Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write "see resume, NA, or personnel file."). Years of experience are considered on the basis of full-time-equivalent experience (2080 hours per year). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a
1) Cover Letter,
2) Resume, and
3) Certifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application packets may be submitted online through the "Apply Now" feature on the job announcement taclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing at 4:00 PM. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments besides the positions listed above.

If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee admittance into the examination process. Only the most qualified candidates who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will be invited to test or interview.

Applicants will be considered for positions adhering to all applicable city policies, including but not limited to CMD 033- EMPLOYMENT OF RELATIVES.

The annual salary range for this position is $ - $. This position may be filled at or near the minimum of the salary range.

Education and Experience Minimum

Education Requirements:

Graduation from high school or GED Minimum Experience Requirements:
Two (2) years of construction, operations or maintenance experience in a water or wastewater agency, at least one (1) year of which shall have included maintenance experience for motor driven pumps, controls and their appurtenances as are used for water, sewage or storm water pumping. License/

Certifications:

A valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment. A valid Mechanical Technologist Certificate (Grade
1) issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) within 12 months of appointment. A valid Collection System Maintenance Certificate (Grade
1) issued by the California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) at the time of appointment. A valid Water Distribution System Operator (Grade D1) issued by the California Water Resources Control Board at the time of appointment. If assigned to the Water Utility: A valid Water Treatment Operator Certificate (Grade T1) issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board must be obtained within 12 months of appointment.

A valid Water Distribution System Operator (Grade D2) issued by the California Water Resources Control Board must be obtained within 12 months of appointment. If assigned to the Sewer Utility: A valid Collection System Maintenance Certificate (Grade
2) issued by the California Water Environmental Association must be obtained within 12 months of appointment. Special Conditions:
Incumbents of this classification may be required to work shift work, weekends, unusual hours in emergency situations and to be available on an "on call" basis. Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical…