Salary : $62,976.16 - $76,566.88 Annually
Location : Bakersfield, CA, CA
Job Type: Full-Time (Use Regular Full-Time)
Job Number: 02469
Department: Water
Division: Wastewater
Opening Date: 06/11/2026
Closing Date: 6/25/2026 1:00 PM Pacific
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 DutiesThe 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 IIMinimum QualificationsApplications 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 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:INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the Cityweb page for detailed information (rates and plan information).
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 page for additional information.
01
Which best describes your highest level of education?
- High School/ GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- None
02
Do you possess completion of a formal apprenticeship or its equivalent in the electrical, electronics, or instrumentation fields? Please attach the certificate to your application.
03
How many years of increasingly responsible journey-level work experience in operating, maintaining, installing, and repairing a variety of electrical, electronic, and control systems common to field or heavy industrial process plants do you possess?
- Less than 1 year
- More than 1 year, less than 2 years
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5+ years
- None
04
In regard to question #3, please describe your experience in operating, maintaining, installing, and repairing a variety of electrical, electronic, and control systems common to field or heavy industrial process plants. Include your employer, and dates of employment. Do not write "See Resume/Application".
05
Do you possess a valid Class "C" driver's license or out of state equivalent?
06
Please select each of the following for which you have work experience.
- Programable Logic Controllers
- SCADA Systems
- Industrial Network Administration
- 3-Phase Motors
- Motor Control Centers
- None
07
In regard to question #6, please describe your experience in each selected item. Do not write "See resume/application"
08
I understand that all future correspondence with the City with regards to this recruitment, will be via e-mail provided on my application. Please keep your contact information up-to-date and ensure that your e-mail spam filter allows you to receive messages from HumanResources@bakersfieldcity.us. Note: All City examination notices are also available via your Government Jobs profile.
09
I understand that I must submit a completed Application and Supplemental Questionnaire by the filing deadline, June 25, 2026, at 1 PM Pacific Time, in order to have my application accepted. You may submit these documents on-line as an attachment; mail or bring to the Human Resources Department, City Hall 1600 Truxtun Avenue, 1st Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301; email to AdmHrs@bakersfieldcity.us, or Fax to (661) 852-2070. The Certificate and the Resume must reference the recruitment name and number (i.e. Wastewater Electrical & Instrumentation Technician I/II #02469) and be submitted to the attention of Tanya Wilson.
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