SALARY: $6,118 - $7,438/mo.
FILING DEADLINE: June 9, 2026
THE POSITION
Wastewater Mechanical Specialist is the journey level class in the Wastewater Mechanical series. Incumbents perform the more complex assignments in the repair, service, maintenance, fabrication, and installation of Wastewater Treatment Plant equipment and machinery; including but not limited to overhauling pumps, and gearboxes; and diagnosing hydraulic and pneumatic problems and making necessary repairs.
Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
–Maintains and repairs a variety of equipment, machinery, and control systems in the treatment plants to assure efficient plant operations.
–Overhauls pumps, motors, gearboxes and other equipment.
–Diagnoses pumping, drive, hydraulic, and pneumatic problems and makes necessary repairs; maintains records of work performed.
–Installs or replaces equipment and machinery; participates in major plant installations and overhauls.
–Services machinery and equipment through preventive maintenance by performing periodic lubrication, adjustment, cleaning, and inspections for worn parts.
Performs related duties as required.
One vacancy currently exists in the Department of Public Utilities, Wastewater Management Division. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.
THE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list.
Education: Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent GED completion.
Experience: Four (4) years of experience performing mechanical maintenance in a municipal or industrial facility with emphasis on fluid pumping and mechanical drive systems.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License is required at the time of application and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification. Depending upon assignment, possession of a valid Commercial Class B California Driver's License may be required at the time of application and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification.
Valid California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) Mechanical Technologist Grade II certification is desirable.
PAY, BENEFITS & WORK SCHEDULE
BENEFITS: UNIT 1 Classification - International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers- IUOE (Local 39)
HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8-15 hours per month.
SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1
THE SELECTION PROCESS
The examination process may consist of the following:
Written Examination - 100 % The written examination is designed to assess a candidate's knowledge in the following areas: knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the mechanical, electrical and welding trades; general construction maintenance and repair work practices and terminology; safety; maintenance and repair of tools and equipment; tool identification and interpersonal & public relations. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.
The written examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 29, 2026.
HOW TO APPLY
APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.
It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.
Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.
