Plant Mechanic, Zone 7
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Job Location:
Livermore, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
READ THIS ENTIRE BULLETIN FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TOREAPPLY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT.
THIS IS A REOPENING OF A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION. If you have previously applied or started an application forPlant Mechanic Zone 7 during the original opening period of 11/25 - 12/20/2024 read this entire bulletin. There are specific instructions on how to reapply for this position.
CONTACT THE EXAMINATION ANALYST ERIKA BEAMS AT TO HAVE YOUR PREVIOUS APPLICATION RELEASED BACK TO YOU SO THAT YOU SUBMIT AN APPLICTION FOR THIS REOPENING. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO REAPPLY UNLESS THIS STEP IS COMPLETED.
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DESCRIPTION
This class independently performs skilled mechanical maintenance and repair work on a wide variety of pumps motors valves compressors piping systems and related water treatment and distribution equipment and facilities. This class receives direction and assignments from the Lead Plant Mechanic Zone 7 while the direct supervisor is the Facilities Maintenance and Construction Supervisor. This class is distinguished from the Lead Plant Mechanic in that the latter is responsible for coordinating and directing the work of Plant Mechanics.
- Performing skilled mechanical installation troubleshooting maintenance and repair work on a wide variety of equipment typical to a water treatment plant and distribution system.
- Observation of safe work methods and safety precautions typical to water treatment plant materials tools and equipment.
- Agility strength and endurance to install diagnose repair and maintain a wide variety of mechanical equipment and operate various hand power and shop tools.
- Working in a variety of conditions including in exposure to potentially hazardous materials in confined spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
License: Possession of a valid California Drivers license.
NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of:
Methods materials tools and equipment used in water treatment plant and field distribution system maintenance and repair work including plumbing electrical and related building trades work.
Shop math.
Safe work methods and safety precautions related to the work.
Metal fabrication including welding brazing and soldering.
Principles of lead supervision.
Ability to:
Install diagnose repair and maintain a wide variety of mechanical equipment used in water treatment and distribution work.
Plan and complete work assignments independently.
Operate and maintain a wide variety of hand power and shop tools and equipment used in the work.
Observe safe work methods and safety precautions related to the work.
Read and interpret plans specifications manuals and schematics.
Estimate materials tools and equipment required to perform assignments efficiently.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Direct the work of others as assigned.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
Other Requirements:
Must be willing to work in exposure to potentially hazardous materials in confined spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions. Must possess strength sufficient to perform work assignments. Must be willing to respond to emergencies in off-hours as required.
EXAMINATION COMPONENTS
- A review of applicants application to verify possession of minimum requirements. Those candidates who possess the minimum requirements for the class will move on to the next step in the examination process.
- A review of the supplemental questionnaire to determine the best qualified. Those candidates considered the best qualified will move on to the final step in the examination process. This is a pass/fail exam component.
- An oral examination which will be weighted as 100% of the candidates final examination score. The oral examination may contain situational exercises.
| TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT PLAN | |
| Deadline for Filing: | 5:00:00 p.m. FridayDecember 19 2025 |
| Review of Minimum Qualifications: | December 29 2025 |
| Notification to applicants: | January 5 2026 |
| Review of Questionnaire for Best Qualified: | Week of January 13 2026 |
| Civil Service Oral Exam: * | Week of January 26 2026 |
| Notification of Exam Results: | Week of February 2 20256 |
| TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN | |
| Department Selection Process: | Mid-February 2026 |
BENEFITS
Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employees discount fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well-being. These benefits include but are not limited to*:
For your Health & Well-Being
- Medical HMO & PPO Plans
- Dental HMO & PPO Plans
- Vision or Vision Reimbursement
- Share the Savings
- Basic Life Insurance
- Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
- County Allowance Credit
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
- Employee Assistance Program
For your Financial Future
- Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
- Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)
For your Work/Life Balance
- 12 paid holidays
- Floating Holidays
- Vacation and sick leave accrual
- Vacation purchase program
- Catastrophic Sick Leave
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Guaranteed Ride Home
- Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness Incentive Based Programs Gym Membership Discounts)
- Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks cell phone etc.)
- Child Care Resources
- 1st United Services Credit Union
*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.
Conclusion
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Please take the steps recommended above to ensure you do not miss any notices about a recruitment for which you have applied. The County of Alameda is not responsible for notices that are not read received or accessed by any applicant for a county recruitment.
NOTE: All notices are generated through an automated email notification system. Replies to the email box and are routed to an unmonitored mailbox. If you have questions please go to our website at You may also contact the Human Resources Analyst listed on the job announcement for the recruitment for which you have applied.
Erika Beams Human Resources Analyst
Human Resource Services Division County of Alameda
Analyst Email Address Link: Phone:
SERVICE WORKER
All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Alameda County has a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit competence performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factors protected under federal state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.
Key Skills
- Mechanic Experience
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Air Brake
- Alignment
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Automotive Repair
- Maintenance
- Welding
- Hydraulics
- Equipment Repair
- Leadership Experience
About Company
Just east of San Francisco Bay lies Alameda county. The county, which is governed by a five-member board of supervisors, includes the major cities of Hayward, Oakland, San Leandro, and Livermore. Fifty county departments handle services like behavioral health care, emergency medical, ... View more
