The Position
The
City of San Leandro is dedicated to maintaining the vital infrastructure that protects public health and the environment. A division within the City Manager's Office, the
Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) operates around the clock to treat wastewater, safeguard our local waterways, and ensure environmental compliance for the community. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute directly to the community and join a dedicated team that keeps the City's critical utility operations running smoothly. As a Plant Maintenance Worker under the direction of the Plant Maintenance Supervisor, you will play a hands-on role in the upkeep, preventive maintenance, and repair of specialized heavy-duty industrial equipment, pumps, piping networks, and treatment systems essential to plant operations.
Performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in connection with maintenance of the Water Pollution Control Plant buildings and grounds, including wastewater and storm lift stations and performs related work as required.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supervision Exercised And Received
Exercises no supervision. Receives general supervision from a section supervisor; receives lead direction from higher level staff.
Essential Functions: The essential functions of the classification may include, but are not limited to, the functions below and are subject to changes in operational necessity.
- Assists Maintenance Mechanics performing semi-skilled and routine maintenance tasks;
- Performs preventive maintenance tasks on plant equipment such as lubrication and oil changes on stationary and portable equipment;
- Operates forklift and front and end loaders to move materials and supplies;
- Assists in collection system maintenance activities for training purposes.
- Follows all safety rules and protocols included in the Injury and Illness Prevention Program; takes appropriate action as required to identify and correct safety hazards and report safety concerns to his/her supervisor;
- Maintains accurate records of inventory control and materials used;
- Performs various painting tasks by preparing, painting and coating surfaces;
- Performs as a member of the Confined Space Entry Team;
- Maintains the grounds at the Water Pollution Control Plant and other field locations such as moving grass, raking leaves, trimming trees, shrubs and clearing away debris;
- Operates power and hand tools during the course of duties;
- Cleans and hoses down structures and equipment;
- Replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes;
- For more detailed information about this job classification visit: Plant Maintenance Worker.
Qualifications
Experience and Education Guidelines: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would most likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
High school diploma or certified equivalent (GED).
Experience
Two years relevant semi-skilled maintenance experience.
Additional Information
The following dates are
tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the hiring department:
Deadline to apply:Thursday, October 15th, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Review of Submissions:Ongoing
Panel Interviews: Last week of October 2026
The City of San Leandro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information regarding ADA accommodations or Veteran's preference, please visit the City's FAQ page.
For current benefits information, please refer to the Benefits Program page located under the Human Resources Department on the City of San Leandro website at www.sanleandro.org. You will find a comprehensive Summary of Employee Benefits & Contract Provisions. Benefits are listed by bargaining group. Additional information may also be found in the Memorandum of Understanding for the respective bargaining group.
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The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for the Plant Maintenance Worker position and to assist Human Resources staff in assessing each applicant's qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand your relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see application or see resume."
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Do you possess a High School Diploma or certified equivalent (GED)?
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Do you possess two years of relevant semi-skilled maintenance experience?
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Describe your experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), filling out work orders, or logging daily equipment readings and maintenance activities. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter N/A.
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Describe a situation where you had to quickly pivot from your planned daily tasks to assist with an urgent mechanical breakdown or emergency repair. In your answer, include your course of action and the end result. If you do not have experience in this area, please enter N/A.
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Describe your hands-on experience assisting with or performing mechanical maintenance and repairs on industrial equipment, pumps, motors, or piping systems. What tools and diagnostic methods do you typically use? If you do not have experience in this area, please enter N/A.
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By checking this box, I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process or released from future employment with the City of San Leandro.
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