Wastewater Plant Mechanic & Equipment Tech

City of Thousand Oaks; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Thousand Oaks seeks a Plant & Equipment Mechanic to maintain, repair, and install mechanical and electrical systems at the Hill Canyon Treatment Plant. You will work with a skilled team to ensure continuous plant operations, safety, and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have at least four years of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and CWEA certification either at hire or within 18 months. A valid CA Class C license is required, and occasional after-hours calls may occur.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid California driver’s license (Class C).
• Possession of CWEA Grade I or II Mechanical Technologist certificate required at hire or within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Identify, troubleshoot, repair, install, and modify wastewater treatment plant mechanical equipment and facilities (e.g., grinders, pumps, valves, engines, blowers, lab equipment, air compressors).
• Fabricate or modify equipment mounts and supports as needed.
• Coordinate with operations staff and contractors for efficient plant operations.
• Maintain maintenance logs in CMMS system.
• Respond to night and weekend emergencies as needed.

Job description

The City of Thousand Oaks seeks a Plant & Equipment Mechanic to maintain, repair, and install mechanical and electrical systems at the Hill Canyon Treatment Plant. You will work with a skilled team to ensure continuous plant operations, safety, and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have at least four years of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and CWEA certification either at hire or within 18 months. A valid CA Class C license is required, and occasional after-hours calls may occur.