Plant Mechanic, Zone 7

Introduction

READ THIS ENTIRE BULLETIN FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TOREAPPLY FOR THIS RECRUITMENT.

THIS IS A REOPENING OF A CONTINUOUS EXAMINATION. If you have previously applied or started an application forPlant Mechanic Zone 7 during the original opening period of 11 / 25 - 12 / 20 / 2024 read this entire bulletin. There are specific instructions on how to reapply for this position.

CONTACT THE EXAMINATION ANALYST ERIKA BEAMS AT TO HAVE YOUR PREVIOUS APPLICATION RELEASED BACK TO YOU SO THAT YOU SUBMIT AN APPLICTION FOR THIS REOPENING. THE SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO REAPPLY UNLESS THIS STEP IS COMPLETED.

The scores and dispositions of candidates for this examination will be merged with previous exam participants. If you have previously submitted an application and choose to reapply your new score / disposition will replace your current disposition.

Supplemental Questionnaire : A properly completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each application. Failure to submit the Application or Supplemental Questionnaire will result in disqualification.

Applications and supplemental questionnaires must be in the possession of the Human Resource Services Department by 5 : 00 : 00 p.m. on the Last Day for Filing.

APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE FOR THIS RECRUITMENT WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONLINE.

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DESCRIPTION

THE AGENCY

Zone 7 Water Agency is located in the Tri-Valley region of the eastern San Francisco Bay Area. It provides water on a wholesale basis to the cities of Pleasanton Livermore Dublin and the Dougherty Valley area of San Ramon and flood-protection services to all of eastern Alameda County. Zone 7 employs approximately 116 full-time employees and operates on an annual budget of $80.3 million dollars. The Agencys administrative offices are located in Livermore CA the easternmost city of Alameda County which is bordered by Contra Costa County to the north and San Joaquin County to the east. Livermore Californias oldest wine region is known for the science and technology of its national laboratories a historic downtown area and the surrounding farmlands and ranches that mirror the Valleys western heritage.

Zone 7 employees are committed to providing a reliable supply of high-quality water and an effective flood control system to the Livermore-Amador Valley in a fiscally responsible innovative proactive and environmentally sensitive way. We invite you to acquaint yourself with our dynamic Agency and its exciting employment opportunities.

For more information regarding the Alameda County Flood Control and Water Conservation District Zone 7 please visit their website at .

THE POSITION

Under general supervision to perform skilled mechanical installation maintenance and repair work on water treatment plant and field distribution system equipment and facilities; and to perform related work as required.

This class independently performs skilled mechanical maintenance and repair work on a wide variety of pumps motors valves compressors piping systems and related water treatment and distribution equipment and facilities. This class receives direction and assignments from the Lead Plant Mechanic Zone 7 while the direct supervisor is the Facilities Maintenance and Construction Supervisor. This class is distinguished from the Lead Plant Mechanic in that the latter is responsible for coordinating and directing the work of Plant Mechanics.

For more detailed information about the job classification visit : Plant Mechanic Zone 7 (#4988)

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate has experience with a proven track record of success that demonstrates knowledge skills and abilities in the following areas :

• Performing skilled mechanical installation troubleshooting maintenance and repair work on a wide variety of equipment typical to a water treatment plant and distribution system.
• Observation of safe work methods and safety precautions typical to water treatment plant materials tools and equipment.
• Agility strength and endurance to install diagnose repair and maintain a wide variety of mechanical equipment and operate various hand power and shop tools.
• Working in a variety of conditions including in exposure to potentially hazardous materials in confined spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

TO QUALIFY FOR THE COMPETITIVE ASSESSMENT PROCESS YOU MUST MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS BY FULFILLING THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW.

Experience : The equivalent of two years of full-time experience in skilled mechanical maintenance repair work in a water or wastewater treatment or industrial setting. Completion of an apprenticeship in a related field such as machinist elect rician or electronics technician may be substituted for not more than one year of the required experience.

License : Possession of a valid California Drivers license.

NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examinatio n.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

The most suitably qualified candidates will possess the following competencies :

Knowledge of :

Methods materials tools and equipment used in water treatment plant and field distribution system maintenance and repair work including plumbing electrical and related building trades work.

Shop math.

Safe work methods and safety precautions related to the work.

Metal fabrication including welding brazing and soldering.

Principles of lead supervision.

Ability to :

Install diagnose repair and maintain a wide variety of mechanical equipment used in water treatment and distribution work.

Plan and complete work assignments independently.

Operate and maintain a wide variety of hand power and shop tools and equipment used in the work.

Observe safe work methods and safety precautions related to the work.

Read and interpret plans specifications manuals and schematics.

Estimate materials tools and equipment required to perform assignments efficiently.

Follow written and oral instructions.

Direct the work of others as assigned.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.

Other Requirements :

Must be willing to work in exposure to potentially hazardous materials in confined spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions. Must possess strength sufficient to perform work assignments. Must be willing to respond to emergencies in off-hours as required.

EXAMINATION COMPONENTS

THE EXAMINATION WILL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING STEPS :

Candidates must attain a qualifying rating on each portion of this recruitment.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED EXAMINATION STEPS.

Alameda County utilizes a Civil Service Selection System founded on merit. Such a system is competitive and based on broad recruitment efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to test in an examination process designed to determine the qualifications fitness and ability of competitors to perform duties of the vacant position. Many of our recruitments are targeted and specific to the needs of a current vacant position in which case the eligible list may be exclusively used for that current vacant position. Other recruitments may be more broadly used for both current and future vacancies or for other alternate jobs with comparable scopes of work.

For more information on the Civil Service Selection process please visit the What You Need to Know section of our website AND SELECTION PLAN

Applicants will be informed via email with reasonable notice in advance of any examination process which will require their attendance. The following dates are tentative and subject to change based on the needs of the Agency :

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT PLAN

Deadline for Filing :

5 : 00 : 00 p.m. Fri day December 19 2025

Review of Minimum Qualifications :

December 29 2025

Notification to applicants :

January 5 2026

Review of Questionnaire for Best Qualified :

Week of January 13 2026

Civil Service Oral Exam :

Week of January 26 2026

Notification of Exam Results :

Week of February 2 20256

TENTATIVE SELECTION PLAN

Department Selection Process :

Mid-February 2026

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO THE ANNOUNCED RECRUITMENT & SELECTION PLAN

Alameda County and the Human Resource Services Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination and / or selection process to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities and / or medical conditions in accordance / compliance with the State Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Alameda Countys Reasonable Accommodation Policy and applicable statutes. To request an accommodation due to a disability / medical condition during this or other phases of the examination / selection process please contact the assigned Human Resources Representative listed on the job announcement before the last date of filing. Alameda County requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation applicants must have a disability / medical condition pursuant to the ADA FEHA and applicable statutes.

For more information regarding our Reasonable Accommodation procedures please visit our website Reasonable Accommodation HRS .

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employees discount fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well-being. These benefits include but are not limited to

For your Health & Well-Being

For your Financial Future

For your Work / Life Balance

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United Services Credit Union

Conclusion

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Erika Beams Human Resources Analyst

Human Resource Services Division County of Alameda

Analyst Email Address Link : Phone :

SERVICE WORKER

All Alameda County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to report to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Alameda County has a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit competence performance and business need. Alameda County does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy and gender identity) national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factors protected under federal state and local law. Alameda County celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment.

Key Skills

Mechanic Experience,Diesel Engine Repair,Mechanical Knowledge,Air Brake,Alignment,Automotive Diagnostics,Automotive Repair,Maintenance,Welding,Hydraulics,Equipment Repair,Leadership Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1