Operations & Maintenance Technician IV - Mechanical (Desert)

Job Description:

Operations & Maintenance Technician IV - Mechanical (Desert)

Description

At The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, we’re not just delivering water — we’re sustaining life for over 19 million people. Behind every drop is a team of Talented Employees: innovators, problem-solvers, and connectors who make it all possible.

This recruitment will be used to build an Eligibility List for the following locations: Eagle Mountain (Desert Center, CA), Hinds (Desert Center, CA), Iron Mountain (Earp, CA), Gene Camp (Parker Dam, CA), and Intake (Parker Dam, CA). This list will be valid for 6 months from the date a candidate accepts the position.

 The Metropolitan Water District's Water System Operations Group has two (2) openings for Operations & Maintenance Technician IV-Mechanical. Two (2) positions are located at Hinds Pumping Plant.

As an Operations & Maintenance Technician IV - Mechanical, you will utilize journey level mechanical skills, experience and knowledge in the practices, procedures, and methods of installing, maintaining, and repairing complex and general water utility and facility mechanical systems.

What You’ll Do

• Work hands-on in the field maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical systems that keep Metropolitan’s water and power infrastructure running.
• Support a wide range of activities at a pumping plant including working with pumps, motors, generators, compressors, and other large equipment.
• Monitor, inspect, and test equipment using predictive diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs to keep systems running at peak performance.
• You will be trained in high-voltage switching and related operations.
• Collaborate closely with experienced teammates in a safety-first environment to ensure reliable water delivery and power generation for millions of people.

Who We’re Looking For

• You’re a hands-on problem solver who enjoys working with mechanical systems and takes pride in keeping critical equipment operating safely and reliably.
• You have journey level experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing large-scale equipment such as pumps, motors, generators, compressors, or related systems.
• You have a strong commitment to safety and promoting a safe environment; performing and following safety protocols and procedures.
• A team-oriented professional who communicates clearly, works well in the field with others, and understands the value of collaboration in keeping complex operations running.

What You’ll Find Working Here

• Be part of Metropolitan’s mission to ensure safe and reliable water for the region, not just for today, but for generations ahead.
• In addition to a meaningful mission, Metropolitan offers competitive starting salaries, comprehensive benefits options, pension through CALPERS and more (see below for the full benefits list).

These positions are eligible to rent Metropolitan Water District housing.

The Incentive Pay program will be setup to provide a Desert Branch Assignment Premium to qualifying employees as follows:
5% for all employees assigned to Gene Camp or Intake.
15% for all employees assigned to Hinds Pumping Plant, Eagle Mountain, or Iron Mountain.

Schedule: 8/6; 8 Days On (Wed - Wed 6:00am - 4:30pm), 6 Days Off (Thu - Tue)

This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.

This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.

To view the full job description click here: OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN IV (MECHANICAL)

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate in addition to a minimum of 6 years in a mechanical maintenance position in a pump plant, treatment plant, hydroelectric or conveyance and distribution facility or similar environment. OR

High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate in addition to the attainment of journey level skills through a recognized mechanical trade training program.

Journey level experience as demonstrated by practical application of general and advanced techniques and practices specific to the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical systems in treatment or pump plants, conveyance and distribution, and/or power generation systems, and related apparatus.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

License(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment.

Employees in this position may be required to obtain and maintain the following certifications, licensing and registrations:

• Valid Driver’s license from state of residency equivalent to a California Class A and/or B with appropriate commercial license endorsements.

• Crane Certifications

• Forklift Certification

• Manlift Certification

• Welding Certification

• Chemical Responder

• Water Treatment Certification Grade II

Expectations of Hours of Service, Emergency and Stand-by Service:
Employees in this position may be required to work off-shift hours and/or stand-by service to address operational needs and emergencies as required. May be required to work extended periods away from the normal reporting location.

CLOSING

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans.
• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan.
• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Excellent working environment

For more information on MWD benefits, please use the following link: Benefits Regular FT PT Employees (Represented)

ABOUT MWD

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is a state-established cooperative that, along with its 26 cities and retail suppliers, provides water for 19 million people in six counties. The district imports water from the Colorado River and Northern California to supplement local supplies, and helps its members to develop increased water conservation, recycling, storage and other resource-management programs.

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities, who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process, please call (213) 217-7738 or email: jobs@mwdh2o.com .

Metropolitan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic(s).

Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PST on the date stated in the job. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended.

Qualifying Experience: Your resume must at a minimum include the month and year you began and ended employment, name of the organization, your title, and a brief description of your experience. If your employment was part-time, make sure you identify it on your resume next to the month/year.

Sponsorship: Applicants for employment with The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (i.e., H1-B or other employment-based immigration case).

Closing Date/Time: February 17, 2026 @ 4:30 p.m. PST

Salary:

USD $46.52/Hr. - USD $61.30/Hr.