Collection Systems Maintenance Technician

Collection System Maintenance Technician

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno! Ready to kickstart your career and help keep Fresno flowing? The City of Fresno is hiring entry-level Collection System Maintenance Technicians - a vital role in maintaining our city's wastewater systems. If you enjoy working outdoors and operating powerful equipment, this could be the perfect fit. You'll be part of a team that tackles challenges head-on, with hands-on training, great benefits, and plenty of room to grow. Apply today and start building a meaningful career!

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Assist with cleaning, inspecting, and repairing wastewater pipelines
• Operate tools and equipment such as rodders, hydroflushers, and cameras
• Maintain and repair lift station equipment and facilities
• Set up safety zones with cones, signs, and flags at work sites
• Respond to service calls and investigate customer complaints
• Complete service orders, reports, and time records accurately
• Perform physically demanding tasks in various weather conditions
• Follow safety procedures and wear protective equipment as required
• Perform related duties as required

Incumbents may be assigned to work on-call, standby, and holidays. Duties and schedules may vary by assignment, please inquire about specific duties and / or schedules if called upon for an interview.

The full job specification is available at : https : / / www.fresno.gov / wp-content / uploads / 2023 / 05 / Collection-System-Maintenance-Technician_5_17.pdf

View "We Work For You" video to get an inside look from a Collection Systems Maintenance Technician at how rewarding it is to work for the City of Fresno : https : / / youtu.be / 7N10dKT77AA?si=wlBOTrkLld_Sc_7T

Want to learn more about the Wastewater Management Division? Visit our website : https : / / www.fresno.gov / publicutilities / sewer-wastewater / #about-the-wastewater-management-division

The current vacancy is in the Wastewater Management Division of the Public Utilities Department. 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.

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 : $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 include 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 requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and do not assure placement on the eligible list.

Possession of a High School diploma or GED equivalent

AND

One (1) year of full-time paid general labor or comparable experience.

Additional requirements

The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held. Please SPECIFY relevant duties with which you have experience on your application. Resumes will not be accepted in substitute of a completed employment application and will not be used to evaluate minimum requirements. Applications lacking a completed work experience section may be rejected.

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

Incumbents will be required to possess and maintain a valid California Class B Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements within 180 days of appointment.

Must obtain a California Water Environment Association Grade I Collection System Maintenance Certificate within 12 months of appointment. Failure to obtain such certification may be cause for termination from this class.

Selected eligible candidates will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Please note : Some positions have been designated as being 'safety sensitive' and require all eligibles offered employment to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment. Federal law requires that applicants for positions involving the operation of certain transit vehicles, revenue service vehicles, the transportation of hazardous materials, or heavy equipment over 26,001 pounds requiring a commercial driver's license, must undergo pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. This classification is subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout the entire term of employment in this class.

The selection process

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination, though this does not assure a place on the eligibility list. The examination process may consist of the following :

Written Examination - 100% : A job-related written examination may be administered online and designed to test a candidate's knowledge of the materials, methods, practices, and equipment used in maintenance, inspection, repair and construction, safety practices applicable to biohazard conditions and wastewater collection systems operations, ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, interpersonal skills and / or other topics related to the position.

The written examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of November 10th, 2025.

Candidates must achieve a passing score on the Written Examination to qualify for placement on the eligible list.

Veteran's preference

Qualified veterans who pass the examination may obtain five (5) additional points. 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.

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.

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