CITY OF BAKERSFIELD CLASS SPECIFICATION: 14215
UNIT: BLUE COLLAR
EE04: SKILLED CRAFT WORKERS
CLASS TITLE: SENIOR WASTEWATER PLANT MECHANIC
CLASS SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision , leads and pe rforms skilled advanced-level work in the maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment plant and pump station equipment ; operation of light equipment and maintains parts inventory and equipment records; and performs other work as required.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position’s essential duties. They are descriptive, not limiting.
Essential Duties:
Leads, plans, trains, prioritizes, organizes, assigns, and participates in the work of staff responsible for overhaul, repair work, and preventative maintenance on all treatment plant and pump station equipment, internal combustion engines, sewage/waste grinders, electric motors, cranes, aerators and other related plant equipment; Performs advanced skilled journey-level work and technical support in maintenance and mechanical work on all treatment plant equipment;
Reviews the work of assigned employees for accuracy, and proper work methods; Assesses workplace hazards and ensures safety compliance; Develops operating procedures and trains staff on specialized equipment;
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This class is the advanced-level class in the series. Incumbents are the lead class responsible for planning, scheduling, assigning, coordin ating and directing employees, and perform the more technically complex skilled work in the appropriate trade . This class is distinguished from the Wastewater Plant Mechanic in that the latter is the journey-level class assigned to field duties.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Methods, materials, tools, equipment, and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of general industrial engines, machinery, and related equipment. Operating principles of natural gas, diesel, propane, methane and gasoline engines. Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. Effective communication methods to lead and direct staff; Personal computing equipment including Word processing, database, spreadsheet and industry related software;
CLASS TITLE: SENIOR WASTEWATER PLANT MECHANIC (continued) #14215 2 Ability to:
Diagnose defects in plant engines and equipment.
Adapt available tools, materials and parts to specific repair problems. Interpret and work from sketches and pencil diagrams. Exercise independent judgement and initiative within established guidelines; Identify, use, and care for hand and power tools and equipment used in the appropriate trade;
Exercise independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines; Establish and maintain effective working relationships; Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; Read, interpret and effectively relay data related to codes, ordinances and regulations; Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of others; Analyzing and making recommendations for improved methods and procedures; Developing and revising schedules and procedures to meet changing conditions and to ensure safe, effective, and efficient operation of plant facilities and equipment; Estimate materials and equipment necessary to complete assigned jobs.
Training and Experience:
Successful completion of approved course work in pump theory, welding and boiler operation or CWEA Mechanical Technologist Certification may be substituted for up to one year of work experience; AND
Six years’ experience in the repair and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment such as pumps, motors, valves, and engines OR An equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the capabilities to perform the described job duties.
Licenses, or Certificates and Special Requirements:
Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver's license.
Physical Conditions or Special Working Conditions:
Must be willing to work indoors or outdoors in all weather conditions and to work in confined areas and from heights and with exposure to unpleasant and potentially hazardous conditions.
May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.
Approved by the Miscellaneous Civil Service Board: October 21, 2025 Approved by the City Council: