Utility Mechanic

About the role

Santa Margarita Water District is seeking a skilled and mechanically inclined Utility Mechanic to help maintain the critical equipment and infrastructure that keeps the District’s water, wastewater, and recycled water systems operating safely and efficiently. This hands-on journey-level role offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of mechanical systems while supporting essential public services that benefit more than 200,000 customers.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair pumps, motors, valves, compressors, gearboxes, conveyors, hydraulic systems, and other mechanical equipment
• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on water, wastewater, recycled water, and treatment facilities
• Inspect equipment and diagnose mechanical failures using appropriate testing equipment and maintenance practices
• Perform equipment rebuilds, alignments, lubrication, and replacement of mechanical components
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and engineering drawings
• Operate District vehicles, tools, welding equipment, and specialized maintenance equipment safely
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and inspection documentation
• Clock in and out for standby assignments and respond to emergency maintenance needs

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and journey-level experience in mechanical maintenance and repair of industrial, water, wastewater, or related equipment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• A valid California Class C driver's license is required
• Relevant water, wastewater, or mechanical certifications are desirable
• Participation in the District's standby program may be required

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience maintaining industrial or utility equipment
• Knowledge of pumps, motors, valves, hydraulic systems, piping systems, and rotating equipment
• Experience using mechanical tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance equipment
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and delivering reliable utility services

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience maintaining industrial or utility equipment
• Knowledge of pumps, motors, valves, hydraulic systems, piping systems, and rotating equipment
• Experience using mechanical tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance equipment
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and delivering reliable utility services

Benefits

• Retirement benefits
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• A variety of other benefits

Pay

• Details on pay structure and schedule can be found in the job description

Schedule

• Details on shift patterns and hours can be found in the job description