Wastewater Maintenance Worker I​/II

Salary : $56,576.00 - $79,518.40 Annually
Location : Port Hueneme, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026FL
Department: Public Works
Division: Wastewater
Opening Date: 01/26/2026
Closing Date: 2/13/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Definition of Position
Salary Range:
Wastewater Maintenance Worker I: $
Wastewater Maintenance Worker II: $
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under supervision (Wastewater Maintenance Worker I) or general supervision (Wastewater Maintenance Worker II) of assigned supervisory or management staff, participates in the field and contract operations of the wastewater division including performing a variety of tasks in the construction, repair, and maintenance of wastewater collection and pumping facilities and storm drains; operates and maintains a variety of hand and power tools and equipment;

may provide field training to less-experienced personnel as assigned; and performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Wastewater Maintenance Worker I - This is the entry level class in the Wastewater Maintenance Worker series performing routine and less complex wastewater maintenance duties while learning City policies and procedures. Positions at this level are not expected to function with the same amount of program knowledge or skill level as positions allocated to the Wastewater Maintenance Worker II level and exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods.

Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Advancement to the "II" level is based on demonstrated proficiency in performing the full range of assigned duties, possession of required certifications, and is at the discretion of higher level supervisory or management staff.

Wastewater Maintenance Worker II - This is the full journey level class within the Wastewater Maintenance Worker series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Wastewater Maintenance Worker I by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned including the more complex wastewater maintenance duties and providing training to less experienced Wastewater Maintenance Workers. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are generally filled by advancement from the Wastewater Maintenance Worker I level, or when filled from the outside, require prior experience. Advancement to the "II" level is based on management judgment and/or certification or testing that validates the performance of the full range of job duties.

Example of Duties
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Performs a variety of tasks related to the preventive maintenance, inspection, and repair of wastewater collection system and appurtenances; reports finding, participates in preventive and corrective maintenance programs.

Participates and assists in the construction, rehabilitation, and/or upgrade of wastewater collection systems and appurtenances including contractual and capital improvement projects; coordinates with other divisions and agencies as assigned.

Assists in updating as-built maps, logs, and records as assigned.

Operates, maintains, and repairs heavy equipment, closed circuit television camera and associated components, chemical grouting equipment, portable generators, pumps, motors, portable flow monitoring and sampling equipment, controls, sensors, meters, tools, and miscellaneous equipment related to collection system safety, operation, and maintenance.

Conducts traffic control activities in conformance with established policies and standards.

Repairs gravity sewers and force mains; digs trenches with backhoes; uses appropriate tools to install pipes; assists in the repair of…