Salary : $79,755.52 - $96,943.60 Annually
Location : Santa Barbara, CA
Job Type: Full-time Classified
Job Number: 2024-00196-PW-CL
Department: Public Works
Division: Public Works - Wastewater Treatment
Opening Date: 01/10/2025
Closing Date: 2/3/2025 5:30 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
ABOUT US
At the City of Santa Barbara, our greatest asset is our people. Joining our team means becoming part of a community of motivated individuals who are passionate about serving our city and making a difference. We have a supportive leadership team, numerous professional growth opportunities, and an inclusive workplace culture that is welcome of your talents! We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive. Come grow with us and contribute to our mission of enhancing the quality of life for our community!
The mission of the Public Works Department is to provide the community with the sustainable foundation to thrive by delivering quality services and public infrastructure through efficient and fiscally responsible practices. Provide for the public's needs relative to transportation, water, wastewater, and City owned buildings.
THE POSITION
The City of Santa Barbara Public Works Department is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Technician. Are you mechanically skilled? Do you have experience in maintaining engines or pumps, or working on plumbing? Do you have a passion for keeping essential systems running smoothly? You could be who we are looking for to join our dedicated team at the El Estero Water Resource Center. Under general supervision of the Treatment Plant Technician Supervisor and Senior Treatment Plant Technician, the Treatment Plant Technician maintains, repairs, and installs wastewater treatment plant equipment, machinery, and related facilities, maintains a variety of records; participates in special projects; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. On the job training to work on some of the specialized mechanical equipment and devices utilized at El Estero WRC will be provided to the incumbent. Note: Incumbents may be required to be on call after hours and respond to emergency problems at any hour as needed. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays; incumbents may be required to participate in an alternate work scheduled based on the needs of the division.
BENEFITS
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of :

• Maintenance and repair of pumps, generators, compressors, fillers, valves and chemical feeders.
• Mechanical safety practices.
• A basic knowledge of wastewater treatment plant process is highly desirable.

Skill In:

• Operating a variety of hand, power and specialized electrical, oxygen and acetylene apparatus for cutting and welding, plumbing and mechanical tools and equipment.
• The use of confined space entry equipment is desirable.

Ability to :

• Perform routine repairs and maintenance of specialized mechanical equipment.
• Learn to diagnose mechanical problems and recognize operational and maintenance. problems.
• Read maintenance records, blueprints, manuals, and schematic drawings.
• Participate in diagnosing, troubleshooting, updating and repairing malfunctioning equipment.
• Maintain an accurate maintenance record.
• Communicate concisely both orally and in writing.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of water and wastewater process equipment.
Proficiency with tools, equipment, and machinery used in industrial or plant maintenance.
Education and/or Training:
Graduation from the twelfth grade or a GED, supplemented by additional courses or training in mechanics or a related field.
License, Certificate and/or Other Requirements:
Possession of a valid California Driver's License at the time of appointment.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain a Mechanical Technologist Grade 1 certification issued by the California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) within one year of appointment.
SELECTION PROCESS
It is important that your application and supplemental questionnaire show all the relevant education, training, and experience you possess which qualifies you for this position. All applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed, and the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Be sure to be thorough in your responses. Statements such as "See application", "Extensive Experience", or "See Resume" are not an acceptable substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
The selection process may consist of an application screening, written exam, computer skills exam and/or an oral interview. The successful candidate's employment history will be thoroughly evaluated prior to appointment.
There is currently one (1) vacancy within the Public Works Department.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email and spam regularly throughout the recruitment process. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
CITY APPLICATION AND RESPONSES TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:30 PM ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The City of Santa Barbara is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, or other factors. We believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered.
THE SALARY RANGE consists of five steps, each representing an increase of approximately five percent. STEP INCREASES , through the top salary step, are tied to job performance with annual performance reviews. Employees receive annual performance reviews.
THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS may vary and are subject to collective bargaining:
Note: Part-time employees receive pro-rated benefits, e.g., 50%, 60%, etc.

• The City is a member of the Coastal Housing Partnership , which offers home loan assistance and rental reductions.
• Standard Citywide 9/80 work schedule with closures on alternate Fridays.
• Flexwork /Telecommuting is available.
• Bilingual pay may be available at a rate of $64 / pay period.
• Vacation is accrued at 96 hours / year, increasing with City service.
• Personal leave (32 hours) is provided each July 1st at the start of the fiscal year (pro-rated the first year).
• Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 96 hours / year.
• Holidays : 10 holidays (80 hours) are observed / year. Shift employees accrue an additional 3.08 hours/pay period in lieu of observing the actual holiday.
• Retirement : The City does not participate in Social Security.
  • PERS Miscellaneous Formula: "Classic " members: 2.7% @ 55; City contributes 12.03% and employee contributes 8% of salary. "New " members: 2% @ 62; City contributes 12.03% and employee contributes 7.75% of salary.
  • PERS Police Safety Formula: "Classic " members: 3% @ 50; City contributes 23.38% and employee contributes 9% of salary. "New " members: 2.7% @ 57; City contributes 23.38% and employee contributes 14% of salary.
  • PERS Fire Safety Formula: "Classic " members: 3% @ 50; City contributes 27.8% and employee contributes 10.5% of salary. "New " members: 2.7% @ 57; City contributes 14.72% and employee contributes 14.5% of salary.
• Insurance including medical, dental, and vision benefits are available under a group plan. Click here for the benefits rate sheet: TAP Unit Rate Sheet .
• Employees who opt-out of the group insurance coverage may be eligible for a cash pay-out of up to $328.74 per month.
• Life Insurance: City-paid term life insurance ($50,000) is provided.
• Employee Assistance Program : A City-paid EAP is available for employees and members of their households.
• Long-term Disability Insurance is provided.
• State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) is provided. Employee pays 1.1% of salary. For 2025, the anticipated SDI/PFL rate is 1.2% of salary.
• Deferred Compensation Savings Plans (457) are available to employees through a deferred compensation program.
• A Uniform Allowance or uniforms will be provided by the City.
• Employee must pay an amount equal to 1.45% of salary toward Medicare . An equal amount is paid by the City.

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Please describe your experience performing maintenance, or repairs on mechanical or electrical equipment and devices.
02
What experience do you have in performing any or all of the following: installing, repairing and modifying pumps, bearings, and seals?
03
Please describe any other skills you possess that would be beneficial in this position such as mechanical skills, welding, pipe fitting, small engine repair or others.
04
Describe your knowledge and/or familiarity with wastewater treatment plant processes and wastewater lift stations.
05
Please describe your knowledge or experience working in and around confined spaces, sewage, forklifts, heavy equipment, and/or hazardous chemicals.
06
Are you able to be assigned standby shifts and respond to emergencies after hours on nights, weekends or holidays?
Required Question