• Graduation from high school or GED and
• Two (2) years of construction, operations or maintenance experience in a water or wastewater agency, at least one (1) year of which shall have included maintenance experience for motor driven pumps, controls and their appurtenances as are used for water, sewage or storm water pumping.

• A valid California class C driver’s license if required at time of appointment 
• Within twelve months of appointment, a valid Commercial Class B California driver's license with endorsements for air brakes and tank vehicle is required.
• Possession of a valid Water Distribution System Operator Certificate (Grade D-1 or above) issued by the California Department of Public Health is required at time of application.
• Within twelve months of appointment, a valid Collection System Maintenance Certificate and a valid Mechanical Technology Certificate (Grade 1) both issued by the California Water Environment Federation are required.

The incumbent in this position will possess a thorough understanding of installation, operation and routine maintenance procedures required for pumps and pump stations and their appurtenances as are used for the pumping sewer and storm waters in the City of Santa Clara Water & Sewer Utility and in the Street Department Storm Drain Division.  The incumbent will be capable of exercising independent judgement in performing routine tasks, as well as making recommendations regarding major maintenance requirements or operational changes as might be indicated to assure the best use of pumping plants and related equipment.  The incumbent works under the general supervision of a Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent or Utility Crew Supervisor level in the Water & Sewer Utilities.  Incumbent may act as Utility Crew Supervisor over a small utility crew in the absence of higher authority.

Each position in this classification may not include all the duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be performed.

• Performs skilled work in the installation, repair and maintenance of storm and sewer pump systems
• Removes, overhauls, repairs, and replaces motors, pumps, pressure control and check valves
• Monitors and tests the operation of sanitary and storm lift station equipment
• Performs related maintenance and repair work as required, including changing and interpreting flow recorder charts, taking water levels, recording water and electric meter readings, painting control panels and pumps, and making minor repairs
• Drives trucks, including hauling hazardous materials
• May perform minor electrical work in connection with pump controls
• May act as Utility Crew Supervisor over a small utility crew in the absence of higher authority
• Operates overhead electric hoist and/or truck mounted crane
•  Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• The operation and maintenance of a wide variety of pumps and pumping facilities used for lift stations in storm water and sanitary sewer systems. 
• Clutches
• Gear drives
• Pump motor controls
• Level flow, and pressure measuring devices
• Auxiliary power supply
• Standby engine-driven pumps
• water treatment and hydraulics
• use of power and manual hand tools
• Plumbing installation and repairs
• Electrical theory and safety 
• Environmental and safety practices, procedures and standards

Ability to:

• Follow oral and written instructions
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Deal tactfully and courteously with others
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals
• Effectively handle multiple priorities, organize workload and meet strict deadlines
• Perform heavy manual labor
• Walk or stand for extended periods of time
• Bend, stoop, reach, carry, crawl, climb and lift as necessary to perform assigned duties

Works under the general supervision of a Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent or Utility Crew Supervisor level in the Water & Sewer Utilities, or other supervision as assigned.

May act as Utility Crew Supervisor over a small utility crew in the absence of higher authority.

Incumbents of this classification may be required to work shift work, weekends, and unusual hours in emergency situations and to be available on an "on call" basis.

Incumbents of this classification may be subject to drug and/or alcohol testing as mandated by federal regulations.  Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.