Mechanical Technologist I/II

The City of Oceanside is currently accepting applications for the position of Mechanical Technologist. The City will be filling two positions at the I or II level, depending on qualifications.

Monthly Salary Ranges:

Mechanical Technologist I

4,604-6,167
Mechanical Technologist II

4,827-6,476

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Inspects,  troubleshoots,  repairs  and  overhauls  a  wide  variety  of  water/wastewater equipment such as mechanical comminutors, bar screens, air compressors, mixers, tanks, blowers, valves, filters, piping systems, pumps, generators, motors, metering devices and chemical feed equipment;  conducts regular inspections of equipment; performs preventive
maintenance on equipment;  performs gas and arc welding; fabricates a variety of treatment plant parts; installs and aligns   heavy motors and equipment; constructs plant engineering changes in accordance with plans;  operates a variety of maintenance, repair, pneumatic and hydraulic power tools in a safe and  effective manner; prepares periodic reports and cost
evaluations related to plant preventative   maintenance programs; repairs and maintains piston, centrifugal, hydraulic, turbine and diaphragm pumps; operates heavy equipment; performs safety requirements to meet local and Federal standards; may train other department personnel; performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGIST I

Experience:  One year of general mechanical experience.

Training:  Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by training in mechanical technology or a related field.

License, Certificate:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B California Driver’s License within 12 months of employment and maintain Class B California Driver’s License for duration of  employment in this position.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a CWEA Grade I Mechanical Technologist certification within 24 months of employment and maintain current certification for duration of employment in this position.

MECHANICAL TECHNOLOGIST II

Experience: Two years of experience as a Mechanical Technologist I

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by training in mechanical technology or a related field.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid Class B California Driver’s License is required while assigned to this position.

Possession of a CWEA Grade II Mechanical Technologist certification prior to appointment and maintain current certification for duration of employment in this position.