Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Technician I/II
City of Bakersfield Bakersfield, California, United States
- Location: Bakersfield, California, United States
- Categories: Construction and Skilled Trades, Engineering, Utilities, Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Jun 13, 2026
Job Description:
Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Technician I/II
Description
DescriptionUnder direct or general supervision, performs a variety of skilled duties involved in the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of control instrumentation, electrical, electronic, radio, and telemetry equipment and systems of the City’s wastewater treatment facilities.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position's essential duties. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Installs, repairs, maintains, troubleshoots, and operates electrical, electronic, control instrumentation systems and devices including VFDs, electrical motors, power circuits, control circuits, computer systems including PLC, SCADA, radio, and communication equipment, co-generation facilities, systems, and equipment.
For full job descriptions: Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Tech I & Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Tech II
Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:
Technician I:
- Graduation from high school or GED; AND
- Completion of a formal apprenticeship or its equivalent in the electrical, electronics, or instrumentation fields; AND
- One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience in operating, maintaining, installing, and repairing, a variety of electrical, electronic, and control systems common to field or heavy industrial process plants.
- Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license
Technician II:
In addition to the requirements of Technician I:
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible journey-level work experience in operating, maintaining, installing, and repairing a variety of electrical, electronic, and control systems common to fieldor heavy industrial process plants
- OR two (2) years of experience equivalent to Electrical & Instrumentation Technician with the City of Bakersfield.
Licenses, Certificates or Special Requirements:
- Possession of a first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificates during the initial 12 months of employment and continued maintenance of valid certificates;
- Possession of a California 40-hour HAZWOPER Certificate during the initial 12 months of employment and continued maintenance of a valid certificate.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
July 9, 2026 (Tentative)
An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.
NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- Police Trainee Unit
- Supervisory & Management Unit
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement Info page for additional information.
Closing Date/Time: 6/25/2026 1:00 PM Pacific