Machinist Helper (Water Division)
Careers In Government
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Job summary
Careers In Government in Sacramento is seeking a Machinist Helper to assist journey-level machinists in a water division setting. You will work in the machine shop and in field environments, performing semi-skilled metalworking, assembly, and basic fabrication tasks, with emphasis on safety and teamwork.
The role requires knowledge of machining practices, basic math, and the ability to weld using gas and electric equipment.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of machining practices, tools and materials used in machine shop and field maintenance.
- Ability to weld with gas and electric welding equipment.
- Ability to read and write English sufficiently for job performance.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain bench lathes, drill presses, milling and shaping machines, grinders, welders.
- Assist in installation, adjustment, and repair of mechanical equipment and systems.
- Troubleshoot and maintain electrical motors and related equipment.
- Construct and repair buildings, forms, fences, and other structures as needed.
- Load and unload trucks, operate hoists, and handle hazardous materials safely.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
This position is responsible for assisting Machinists in performing highly skilled work, including the setup and operation of a variety of machine tools to produce and repair precision parts, troubleshooting of faulty equipment, and construction of small buildings.
Performs semi-skilled work assisting journey-level Machinists in the performance of duties both in the machine shop and field.
The ideal candidate should be knowledgeable of industry-standard methods and practices of machining, mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, tools and equipment used in the machine shop, and field equipment maintenance and repair, They will have a strong aptitude for mechanical and construction theory and practices and work well with others. They will also be able to follow instructions from a journey-level Machinist and take direction from their immediate supervisor. The ability to fabricate and weld using gas and electric welders is preferred.
The class of Machinist Helper performs semi-skilled work under direct supervision and is distinguished from the next higher class of Machinist in that the latter performs skilled journey-level machine work under general supervision.
Supervision is provided by a Machinist Supervisor. Functional supervision may be provided by a Machinist.
Depending upon the assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Operate and maintain bench lathes, drill presses, milling and shaping machines, grinders, gas and electric welders, and other common tools used in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment.
- Assist in the installation, adjustment, and repair of mechanical equipment such as pumps, compressors, chlorinators, engines, motors, blowers, metering devices, and plumbing used with water, gas, oil, chemical, heating, and sewage systems.
- Assist in the maintenance of mechanical systems of electrical power plants and heating and ventilating plants.
- Assist in trouble shooting and maintenance of electrical motors and related equipment.
- Construct and repair various types of buildings, sheds, scaffolds, forms, fences, and other structures.
- Make concrete forms; mix and pour concrete.
- Build lockers, shelves, doors, and window frames.
- Drive and operate trucks and trailers, dump trucks, cranes, and forklifts.
- Load and unload trucks carrying hazardous materials and other materials; work on operating systems containing hazardous materials.
- Cut and thread pipe; pack pumps and valves.
- Scrape, paint, and finish wood, metal, and concrete surfaces.
- Clean and maintain tools, related equipment, shops, and vehicles.
- Keep simple reports and help maintain records.
- Respond to emergencies on an on-call basis as required.
- Perform related duties as required.
Knowledge of:
- The practices, tools, methods, and equipment used in machine shop and field equipment maintenance and repair.
- Maintenance and repair materials and their appropriate uses.
- Occupational hazards and safe working methods.
- Basic mechanical and construction theory and practice.
Ability to:
- Perform semi-skilled machine tool work.
- Weld with both gas and electric welding equipment.
- Follow oral and written instructions.
- Read and write the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance.
- Work in confined spaces, on temporary scaffolding, on high structures, and in sewage wet pits.
- Recognize and deal with hazardous situations.
- Work in high pressure situations.
- Lift and handle heavy equipment and materials.
- Rebuild and repair a variety of mechanical equipment.
Skill in:
- The care and use of machine tools and equipment.
- The care and use of welding tools and equipment.
- The care and use of hand, power, and construction-related tools.
Experience:
- One year of experience in a machine shop or performing equipment maintenance and repair.
- OR
- Six months of experience in a machine shop or performing equipment maintenance and repair; and nine units from an accredited college which include courses related to fabrication, introductory and intermediate machine tool processes, and advanced machine shop mathematics.
Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment. Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment. Loss of the Class C License is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Possession of a valid California Class B Driver License, with the appropriate endorsements, is required by the end of the probationary period. Individuals who fail to obtain the license will not pass probation. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Possession of a valid California Class A Driver License with the appropriate endorsements is required for some assignments. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test.
Work in this class requires wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such work, facial hair must be shaven, when it interferes with the safe fitting of respiratory protective equipment.
Employees in this classification must reside within thirty-five (35) air miles from the freeway interchange at W-X Streets, 29th - 30th Streets within one year following appointment.
Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.
Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.
The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.
The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
- Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf
- Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html
- Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf
Closing Date/Time: 10/3/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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