Salary : $102,856.00 - $125,028.80 Annually
Location : Sacramento, CA
Job Type: FULL TIME (NON-EXEMPT)
Job Number:
Department: SacSewer
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Position
Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) is currently accepting applications for a Senior Mechanic position. Applications will be screened after the following filing deadlines at 5:00 PM:

09/17/26

The Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) Senior Mechanic is the lead and/or advanced journey level class in the Mechanic series. Incumbents in this class are responsible for performing the most difficult, complex, and/or sensitive assignments related to the operation, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and systems including operation of lift and pump stations. Incumbents may also perform highly complex or specialized functions and analytical work such as planning, scheduling, training, and development of training materials. Incumbents also apply advanced/specialized maintenance techniques for condition monitoring and assessment troubleshooting, research, and development of corrective actions.
Minimum Qualifications:

Either: 1. Possession of a valid California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Mechanical Technologist Grade 2 certificate, or higher.

AND

One year of full-time paid experience employed by the district in the class of SacSewer Mechanic III.
Or: Five years of full-time paid experience in the maintenance, construction, and repair of mechanical and electrical components of equipment in wastewater treatment plants, potable water systems, lift stations, storm drain pumping stations, or other mechanical facilities with similar systems and equipment.
Or: 2. Completion of sixty (60) semester (90 quarter) units from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units in mathematics, science, and/or engineering.

AND

Three years of full-time paid experience in the maintenance, construction, and repair of mechanical and electrical components of equipment in wastewater treatment plants, potable water systems, lift stations, storm drain pumping stations, or other mechanical facilities with similar systems and equipment.

Note: Completion of a two-year mechanical-electrical technology program or two years of a stationary engineer apprenticeship program may be substituted for two years of the required experience in pattern #2 above.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in pursuing this exceptional career opportunity, please submit your online application. For first consideration, apply by Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM

Click on the link below to review the full class spec for more information about this position:
If you have a question about this recruitment, please contact
SacSewer offers an excellent benefits program. Employees benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retiree Health
• Voluntary Plans
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Care
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • 529 Education Savings Plan
  • Buy-up Life Insurance
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Legal Services Program
  • Pet Insurance
• Competitive vacation accruals including credit for prior years of service

Please click on the link below for a full description of SacSewer's Benefits Program:
SacSewer's medical plans are offered through the

SacSewer offers retirement pension benefits provided through the

Please click on the below link to view SacSewer's Career Page and to access the Employee Benefits:
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Note: The Supplemental Questionnaire and the Application are administered as two separate documents. The Application is used only to determine if the minimum qualifications are met; and the Supplemental Questionnaire will be used only to determine your exam score.
Each answer will be scored separately.
By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

02

The minimum qualifications are as follows:Option One (1): Possession of a valid California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Mechanical Technologist Grade 1 certificate, or higher.
AND
One year of full-time paid experience employed by the district in the class of SacSewer Mechanic III.
OR: Five years of full-time paid experience in the maintenance, construction, and repair of mechanical and electrical components of equipment in wastewater treatment plants, potable water systems, lift stations, storm drain pumping stations, or other mechanical facilities with similar systems and equipment.
Option Two (2): Completion of sixty (60) semester (90 quarter) units from an accredited college or university, with a minimum of thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units in mathematics, science, and/or engineering.
AND
Three years of full-time paid experience in the maintenance, construction, and repair of mechanical and electrical components of equipment in wastewater treatment plants, potable water systems, lift stations, storm drain pumping stations, or other mechanical facilities with similar systems and equipment.
Note: Completion of a two-year mechanical-electrical technology program or two years of a stationary engineer apprenticeship program may be substituted for two years of the required experience in pattern #2 above
Select the one box that best illustrates how you meet the minimum qualifications.

• I meet the education and experience requirements listed for Option One (1) and have attached my certificate to my application.
• I meet the education and experience requirements listed for Option Two (2) and have attached my certificate to my application.
• I meet the education and experience requirement listed for Option Two (2) by substitutingcompletion of two-year mechanical-electrical technology program ORtwo years of a stationary engineer apprenticeship program and have attached the certificate(s) and/or transcripts to my application.
• I do not meet the minimum requirements for the position.

03

Select all the boxes that list your current and active certifications, licenses or education.
If you do not have any current and active position certifications, licenses, or education, select none.

• None.
• CA Commercial Driver's License.
• Special Endorsement (tank, hazmat, etc.)
• California Water Environmental Association Technologist Grade II.
• California Water Environmental Association Technologist Grade III or higher.
• Other California Water Environmental Association Certificate
• Crane Operation Certification (NCCCO).
• Forklift/aerial lift certification.
• MET from Sacramento City College.
• Leadership Development, Supervisor Academy, or equivalent training and education.

04

Select all the boxes that list facilities and/or systems for which you have at least one (1) year of paid experience in the maintenance, construction, and repair of mechanical systems. Note: Application must reflect the selection in work experience.
If you do not have at least one (1) year of paid experience in the maintenance, construction, and repair of mechanical systems, select none.

• None.
• SacSewer EchoWater Resource Recovery Facility.
• SacSewer Collection System Operations.
• Mechanical experience in other municipal services/utility.
• Millwright experience or other mechanical manufacturing.

05

Select the one box that best describes your paid experience with the operation, installation, and repair of mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, valves and both hydraulic & pneumatic systems.
If you have no experience with operation, installation, and repair of mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, valves and both hydraulic & pneumatic systems, select none.

• None.
• I have less than three (3) years of experience.
• I have three (3) years or more but less than five (5) years of experience.
• I have five (5) years or more but less than eight (8) years of experience.
• I have eight (8) years or more but less than ten (10) years of experience.
• I have ten (10) or more years of experience.

06

Select the one box that best describes your full-time paid journey level or lead mechanical experience.
If you have no full-time paid journey level or lead mechanical experience, select none.

• None.
• I have less than three (3) years of experience.
• I have three (3) years or more but less than four (4) years of experience.
• I have four (4) years or more but less than five (5) years of experience.
• I have five (5) years or more of experience.

07

Select the one box that best describes your paid experience identifying, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and recommending solutions to rectify pumping system issues.
If you have no experience identifying, diagnosing, troubleshooting, and recommending solutions to rectify pumping system issues, select none.

• None.
• I have less than three (3) years of experience.
• I have three (3) years or more but less than four (4) years of experience.
• I have four (4) years or more but less than five (5) years of experience.
• I have five (5) years or more of experience.

08

Select all the boxes that indicate the computer software and systems you have are proficient with. You may be required to perform tasks with these items during the interview process to verify your skillset.
If you are not proficient with any of the listed systems/software, select none.

• None.
• Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA).
• Maximo.
• Other Computerized Maintenance Management System software (CMMS).
• Electronic Document Management (EDM).
• Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook)
• Tyler.

09

Select all the boxes that list paid experience that you possess.
If you have no paid experience with one of the listed, select none.

• None.
• Experience leading a crew.
• Planning, coordinating, assigning and reviewing work and monitoring job performance and productivity.
• Team building.
• Developing training or performing on the job training (OJT).
• Resolving personnel conflicts.

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Positions in this class require a valid California Driver License (Class C) prior to appointment as driving is an essential function of the job.
NOTE: Incumbents who fail to obtain or maintain the appropriate California Driver License may constitute cause for personnel action in accordance with SacSewer Policy. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Select the one box that describes your current valid California Driver License.

• I have the ability to immediately obtain a California Class C Driver License.
• I possess a California Class C Driver License or higher.
• I do not possess nor have the ability to obtain a California Class C Driver License.

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