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Salary Information
The annual salary range for Wastewater Mechanic I is $76,689.60 - $93,225.60, hourly range is now $36.87 - $44.82. The annual salary range for Wastewater Mechanic II is $84,905.60 - $103,500.80, hourly range is now $40.82 - $49.76. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. (Note: Candidates are typically hired at the level of Wastewater Mechanic I. Candidates may be considered for level II if they possess two years of experience at the level of Wastewater Mechanic I or possess a CWEA Plant Mechanical Technologist Grade II certificate.)
Wastewater Mechanic - Energy and Automation Division
Wastewater Mechanics (also known as Cogen Operator / Diesel Mechanic) in the Energy and Automation Division are responsible for operating, maintaining and overhauling the Facility's industrial mechanical and electrical equipment related to large stationary diesel-ignited/spark-ignited engine driven blowers and/or power generators, gas compressors and gas storage such as commonly found in municipal power plants, natural gas pipeline compressor stations and large marine propulsion systems. The Wastewater Mechanics (Cogen Operator / Diesel Mechanics) often work in teams of two while performing preventative maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on Facility equipment. This team provides 24/7 staffing and are typically assigned to rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
The Cogen Operator / Diesel Mechanics also perform tasks including, but not limited to, the following:
- Preventive maintenance and inspections of all equipment in the Power and Air (P&A) section.
- Use precision measuring tools, granite table, non destructive testing, Prussian blue, polishing stones, fitting bearings to shafts.
- Various welding disciplines (such as arc, tig, mig) as well as oxy-acetylene and plasma/carbon arc cutting.
- Fabricate specialty tools, obsolete engine parts, and fixtures.
- Operate bridge cranes, chain falls, lever hoists and all associated rigging.
- Interpret drawings, service manuals and parts manuals.
- Operate seat grinder, valve grinder, drill press, band saw, vertical mill, engine lathe, iron worker, sheet metal brake and surface grinder as well as forklift and man lift.
- Repair and inspect of low and high pressure-piping systems.
- Work with electricians, instrumentation technicians, painters, HVAC and other mechanics
- Attend all safety trainings.
This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in these, or other divisions. 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.
Physical Requirements
- Duties require a heavy level of physical exertion, including exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Incumbents may be required to utilize self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment, which requires the ability to pass an annual fit and spirometry test.
- Ability to perform the essential physical functions of this position will be determined by a post-offer medical examination conducted by City of San Jose Employee Health Services.
For the complete physical/environment elements, please go to the classification specifications here: Wastewater Mechanic I/II.
For more information about San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility (RWF), click here.