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Posted July 06, 2026

Water Pollution Control Plant Mechanic

City of Sunnyvale
Sunnyvale, CA, USA Full Time
Compensation: $52.72 to $67.28 Hourly
Certifications
Not Applicable

The City of Sunnyvale invites applications for the position of Water Pollution Control Plant Mechanic. The City is recruiting for (1) regular full-time vacancy which may be assigned to the Mechanical or Instrumentation (SCADA) functions.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of skilled journey-level mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical and/or instrumentation tasks in the City's Water Pollution Control Plant. Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, overhauls, and performs routine and preventive maintenance on wastewater facilities and related equipment; and performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:
The minimum qualification for education and experience can be met in the following way:

Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; AND

Three years of journey level experience performing the duties of a maintenance mechanic, electrician and/or instrumentation technician in a municipal wastewater or related heavy industrial field which has included the maintenance and repair of heavy industrial machinery and equipment.

Additional Application Instructions

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS & PROCESS The application submitted must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description in order to move forward in the recruitment process with the City of Sunnyvale. The information provided in the Work Experience, Education, and Certificates/Licenses sections of the application will be used to determine if the application meets the minimum qualifications. A resume, employment history provided elsewhere in the application, or other attachments will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. Note: The minimum qualifications for experience are based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Experience included in the Work Experience section of the application is calculated to the full-time equivalent (hours are pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). Volunteer experience is not considered qualifying experience. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources by Monday, August 17, 2026, at 5:00pm or after receiving 100 qualified and complete applications, whichever is first. Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience, or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted online through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

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