Industrial Engine & Generator Mechanic
Job Description
An established municipal wastewater facility in San Jose, CA seeks an Industrial Engine Mechanic to service large diesel and gas engines, generators, and compressors. Qualified candidates have hands-on experience with industrial equipment, heavy engines, or hydraulic systems. Apply today for 15 paid holidays, pension benefits, and career advancement opportunities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Diagnose, repair, and overhaul large stationary diesel and gas engines, generators, and compressors
- Operate and monitor industrial engines, compressors, flares, and blowers
- Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and mechanical and electrical repairs
- Complete welding, fabrication, machining, and piping repairs
- Safely operate cranes, rigging equipment, forklifts, and manlifts
- Read equipment manuals and technical drawings, and work alongside other maintenance trades
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of experience as a mechanic maintaining and repairing industrial engines, hydraulic systems, wastewater equipment, or similar machinery
- Alternatively, 4+ years of qualifying wastewater equipment maintenance experience, with certain certification substitutions accepted
- For Mechanic II: Additional wastewater maintenance certification or 2 years of experience as a Wastewater Mechanic I
- Valid California driver’s license (Class C)
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces, and complete a required respiratory exam
- Availability for rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Preferred:
- Experience with large industrial engines, generators, compressors, pumps, valves, gearboxes, and hydraulic systems
- Mechanical trade school training or relevant technical certifications
- Familiarity with computerized maintenance systems and industrial equipment controls
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Shifts
- Rotating shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays
- Shift rotations typically change every 3 months
- Schedules may include 5 days per week (8-hour shifts) or 4 days per week (10-hour shifts), depending on operational needs
Compensation
- Mechanic I: $91,041.60–$110,656 annually
- Mechanic II: $100,755.20–$122,865.60 annually
- Union-represented position
- Benefits:
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- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Municipal pension plan
- Optional 457(b) retirement savings plan
- 15 paid holidays
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Employee wellness and assistance programs
- Career development and advancement opportunities
Company Description
The Environmental Services Department (ESD) is a national leader in pollution prevention, watershed protection, utility service provision, and climate action. Together, ESD employees positively impact every resident and business in San Jose.
Our department is an exceptional place to start or grow your career. We have a supportive leadership team, numerous professional growth opportunities, and an inclusive workplace culture that is welcoming of your talents! We offer an array of meaningful career paths and value flexibility. Additionally, the City offers a wide array of benefits, as well as 15 paid holidays!
To learn more about ESD, follow @sjenvironment on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and San Jose Environmental Services on LinkedIn.
Contact
Name: City of San Jose Environmental Services Department (ESD)
Email: [email protected]
Direct Toll-Free:
+1-408-535-8560
Job ID: #132524