City of Visalia Hiring for MAINTENANCE MECHANIC atVisalia, CA Full Time

11/28/2022 5:00 PM Pacific

Description

The City of Visalia Public Works Department is recruiting for a Maintenance Mechanic. Please click here for the recruitment announcement.

THE DIVISION:
The City of Visalia’s Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) is housed within the Waste Water Division of the Public Works Department and serves the community through collection, treatment and disposal of wastewater.  The WRF is designed to provide treatment and disinfection for up to 22.0 million gallons of wastewater per day (mgd).  The treatment processes remove greater than 99% of total suspended solids (TSS) and biological oxygen demand (BOD); the regulatory requirement is 85%.  Current flows average about 11.5 mgd, which is down from about 12.0 mgd since 2013.  This decrease in flow is attributable to conservation efforts by Visalia residents.  The division’s staff of operation and maintenance staff are committed to customer service, safety, and providing high-quality services to the Public. 

Examples of Duties

THE POSITION:
The City of Visalia is recruiting for a Maintenance Mechanic.  This position will be responsible for maintaining plant equipment, pipelines and structures/grounds. Plant equipment work can include installation and removal of pumps, grinders, UV system, Primary Clarifiers, Aeration Basins, heavy equipment operation, landscaping maintenance and cleanup as needed. In addition, they will perform a wide variety of duties within the Wastewater Maintenance Division including, but not limited to, major and minor repairs of pumps, plant equipment and structure upkeep and maintenance and assist in the Bio-solids division. The Maintenance Mechanic will maintain records and prepare appropriate paperwork, correspondence, records and reports including maintenance logs and work orders.

Qualifications / Requirements

IDEAL CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work independently while staying in communication with their supervisor. This position requires a great deal of proactive thinking, problem solving, organization and safety awareness. Serving as a “jack of all trades,”  it is desirable that the incumbent have a diverse background in maintenance and construction skills including basic plumbing, painting, electrical and carpentry repairs and maintenance. The ideal candidate will be a team player that pays attention to detail and have the ability to develop a thorough understanding of City policies and processes.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge, skill and ability is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skill and abilities would be:
 

• One (1) year journey-level experience in the repair and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment such as pumps, motors, valves and engines.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a CWEA Grade I Mechanical Technologist Certificate within three (3) testing cycles, or 24 months (whichever comes first).
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License at time of appointment.

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Additional Information

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The City of Visalia offers a competitive total compensation package that includes:

Monthly Salary:  $4,649-$5,845
CalPERS retirement program
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Onsite City Health and Wellness Clinic (no out of pocket expenses)
Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Leave and much more…

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COMMUNITY OVERVIEWIf work-life balance is important to you, consider living in a thriving community that offers the most affordable housing in California with a typical commute time of less than 20 minutes. With a population of over 138,000, Visalia offers small town charm with metropolitan amenities.  Visalia has a world class health care system, our own Sequoia Symphony Orchestra, a flourishing arts community, a minor league baseball team, a downtown convention center, and numerous fine dining establishments.
 
As the Tulare County seat, Visalia is the principal retail center in the region, and home to several large industrial employers. Visalia has a vibrant downtown district, safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, institutions for higher learning, and low cost of living.  The City has many community parks, organized team sports, a municipal golf course and private country club, a multi-sport family-oriented regional sports park, and numerous outdoor and recreational activities.
 
Located in the heart of California’s San Joaquin Valley, Visalia offers easy access to the nearby mountains, national parks, lakes and rivers which provide year-round opportunities for sports and recreation within an hour or less. Visalia was ranked as the top Central Valley community and one of seven California cities in the top 25 of Gallup Sharecare’s latest State of American Well Being Index. Our strong sense of community and social well-being keeps Visalians happy, healthy and moving forward.  Come discover all Visalia has to offer!   

The City of Visalia is an equal opportunity employer.