Utility Mechanic Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $78,436.80 - $100,110.40 Annually
Location : City of Concord, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 11/24/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: Teamsters, F & O
Job Characteristics
***OPEN & PROMOTIONAL JOB OPPORTUNITY***
MAINTENANCE UTILITY MECHANIC
The Facilities Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department is seeking an experienced Maintenance Utility Mechanic. The current vacancy is primarily responsible for the repair and maintenance of HVAC equipment and systems.
What you will be doing:
The Maintenance Utility Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, diagnosing and troubleshooting primarily HVAC/R equipment and systems, but may be assigned work maintaining, repairing, diagnosing and troubleshooting other utility, plumbing, electrical and mechanical equipment and systems; and performing preventative maintenance on all equipment.
We are looking for someone who:

• Has technical knowledge and experience in maintaining mechanical systems, especially those pertaining to HVAC/R, but including basic electricity, and plumbing;
• Is experienced with construction-related utility work;
• Has a keen eye and attention to detail;
• Is highly organized and able to prioritize tasks;
• Is committed to excellence and high quality service;
• Is motivated, creative and flexible; inspired to learn and seek professional development opportunities within our City;
• Is comfortable working independently and as part of a team;
• Embraces and embodies the City's Mission, Vision and Values

What we offer:
The City of Concord offers the opportunity to take part in a collaborative and exciting work experience, where you can grow in your career while working alongside the community to make Concord a city of the highest quality. The City is an employer that invests in its employees' professional and personal development, values work-life balance, is dedicated to employee wellness and provides numerous benefit and retirement options, to include the following:

• A variety of health care plans or a cash-in-lieu benefit if waiving coverage
• City-paid dental insurance; employee-paid vision insurance
• Vacation with tiered accrual increases, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Both 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans
• Participation in CalPERS pension
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare, dependent care and commuting costs
• Life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• A wellness program that offers annual health expos, health and nutrition education, as well a variety of mental health resources

*Salary is negotiable within the advertised range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found at .
SELECTION PROCESS
1. Submit a completed City of Concord application and the required supplemental question responses online at . Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted.
2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to a panel interview. If you are selected to participate in the panel interview and are unavailable, we regret that we will not be able to reschedule you.
3. Candidates that pass the panel interview will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 months.Conviction History and Background Investigation:If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord. Appointments to this position are also subject to a polygraph and background investigation coordinated by the Concord Police Department. The following list describes some areas that are covered in the investigation.
• Your relatives, references, and acquaintances are asked to comment on your suitability for the position.
• The information supplied regarding your educational history is examined and verified.
• You must list a history of your residences.
• Your work history and experience are examined with regard to your dependability, relationships with fellow workers, trustworthiness, and general job performance.
• Military service records are subject to verification.
• The background investigation considers your management of personal finances (however, being in debt does not automatically disqualify you).
• Your criminal, driving, and insurance records are evaluated. Felony convictions will be grounds for disqualification from the selection process.
• If you have a history of recent or prolonged use of illegal controlled substances (i.e., Cocaine, Methamphetamine, Marijuana, etc.), you may be dismissed from the process.
Deliberate misstatements or omissions can and often will result in your application being rejected, regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatements/omissions. In fact, the number one reason individuals fail and/or are disqualified during the background investigation is because they deliberately withhold or misrepresent job-relevant information. Applicants must be truthful in all phases of the process and promptly submit documentation when requested.Helpful tips when applying:• It is important to carefully read the complete job bulletin before submitting your application so you are aware of all requirements of both the position and the process.
• When preparing your application, consider reviewing the job announcement and classification specification so that you may emphasize work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying.
• Job duties should be an accurate reflection of the work you completed. Copying and pasting from your job description is not recommended as there may be duties listed that you did not perform.
• Answer all required supplemental questions completely and honestly. The information you put in the supplemental questionnaire must also be verified in your work history so if you say you have certain experience in the questionnaire, make sure we can see it listed in your job history as well so we know where you performed those functions and for how long.
• Carefully review your application prior to submittal to ensure its content is accurate and all required documents are attached, and submit it before the closing date.
Examples of duties include, but are not limited to

1. Inspects, maintains, and repairs air conditioning and heating units, including thermostatic controls, regulators, valves, switches, and motors.
2. Maintains a preventative maintenance inspection and service schedule on filters and moving parts, replaces belts, and makes adjustments on balancing controls.
3. Makes scheduled inspection and services pumps and motors, replaces bearings and packing.
4. Inspects, maintains, and repairs plumbing systems, including valves and fixtures.
5. Maintains and repairs restricted drains and sewer lines and may install and remove sewer, gas, and waterlines.
6. Repairs and installs sheet metal duct work.
7. Inspects on a scheduled basis and maintains park, parking lot, and building security lighting equipment.
8. Trouble-shoots and makes minor electrical repairs; replaces photocells, re-lamps tennis courts and ball fields.
9. Inspects, maintains, and trouble-shoots automatic clock systems and civil defense sirens.
10. Follows safe work procedures. Ensures that proper safety precautions, regulations, and industrial hygiene practices are observed during all work evolutions.
11. Reports equipment malfunctions, needed repairs, and safety/hygiene infractions to supervisor.
12. Confers with supervisors on job priorities, work progress, and maintenance and repair problems.
13. Responds to emergency or complaint calls.
14. Promotes the City's Mission to make Concord a city of the highest quality by providing responsive, cost-effective, and innovative government services; understands and subscribes to the Vision and Values Statement adopted by the City.
15. Performs other work as assigned.

Qualifications
Knowledge and Abilities
Working knowledge of the standard practices, terms, and procedures used in the maintenance and repair of air conditioning, heating, ventilating, and other mechanical equipment; and of work hazards and safety precautions associated with the work. Ability to skillfully inspect, maintain, and repair air conditioning, heating, ventilating, and other mechanical equipment; to read and interpret related plans, drawings, and specifications; to plan and lay out work effectively; to accurately estimate the labor and materials associated with the work; to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; and to establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Often work performed is of emergency nature, must be able to work with speed and precision to meet deadlines. Will usually be working alone (or with safety observer) and must possess knowledge of related trades (not necessarily journeyman level skills) to complete jobs assigned.
Education/Experience
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Equivalent to completion of a four year apprenticeship program in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment. Some related journey level experience in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment may substitute.
Other
A California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.
EEO/ADA: The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-671-3308 or prior to the final filing date.
The City of Concord takes pride in offering a generous benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our qualifying employees.
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Below is a brief listing of what the City offers:

• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Insurance
• Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Pre-tax Savings Benefits
• Retiree Medical (3 levels based on date of hire)
• Retirement Program
• Short-term Disability* and Long-term Disability
• Social Security/Medicare
• Vacation & Sick Leave

*Not available for sworn personnel.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

02
Which best describes your highest level of education?

• Some high school
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some college
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

03
Have you completed the equivalent to a four-year apprenticeship program in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment?

• Yes
• No

04
If you answered yes to the previous questions, please elaborate on what apprenticeship training you have, when it was obtained, and where. If you answered no, please type "N/A."
05
How many years of related journey-level experience do you have in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 or more years

06
Please indicate what type of equipment you have experience with. Check all that apply.

• HVAC/R
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Mechanical
• Utility (Water, Sewer or Gas)

07
Please describe any experience you have in the repair and maintenance of HVAC equipment and systems, such as commercial or residential heating and cooling units, heat pumps, and chillers. Include in your response the position and company where you obtained this experience. Information must be verifiable in your work history. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A."
08
POLICE DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: This position requires a polygraph and full background investigation as part of the pre-employment process. Deliberate misstatements or omissions can and often will result in your application being rejected, regardless of the nature or reason for the misstatements/omissions. In fact, the number one reason individuals fail and/or are disqualified during the background investigation is because they