MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I/II - CPEN

PLEASE NOTE: This recruitment is being reopened from the recruitment in Aug/Sep 2026. Those who previously applied are not eligible to reapply for the current recruitment. This recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. A first review of applications will take place November 30, 2026. So, for earliest consideration, please submit an employment application and supplemental questionnaire online before this date.

Appointment Type:

This position is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to obtain and maintain access approval for both DBIDS CPEN and DBIDS Naval Weapons Station.

This is a full-time, benefited term appointment with Fallbrook Public Utility District for an initial period of five (5) years . The selected candidate will be an employee of the District, not a federal employee, and will receive full benefits, including participation in the District’s retirement system.

Continuation beyond the initial term may be considered based on funding availability, operational needs, satisfactory performance, and approval by the partnering federal agency ; however, extension is not guaranteed. The District intends to provide a minimum of six (6) months’ notice prior to the end of the term regarding the status of the position.

During the term appointment, the employee may apply for and be considered for other District positions in accordance with applicable District policies and procedures.

Duty Location: Wastewater Treatment Plant, Camp Pendleton and Fallbrook, California.

DEFINITION This series specification describes two classes that perform varied potable, recycled and wastewater equipment maintenance and mechanical work; a variety of routine facility and grounds maintenance and landscaping duties; building electrical and lighting maintenance, and pump and motor maintenance; reads, records and reports readings; cleans and maintains equipment along with repairs and performs related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Maintenance Technician I The Maintenance Technician I performs the maintenance and mechanical tasks involving the use of hand tools and motorized equipment; performs grounds keeping and janitorial work, including herbicide/pesticide application and tree trimming; performs routine preventative maintenance tasks related to pumps, motors, and various mechanical equipment; provides assistance with complex electrical and mechanical installation and maintenance tasks and engages in on-the-job training.

Maintenance Technician II Positions at the Maintenance Technician II level are regularly assigned to perform semiskilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of the District’s water and wastewater systems. Incumbents at this level operate a variety of light and moderately heavy equipment to perform routine maintenance and mechanical tasks, including routine maintenance of pumps, motors, electrical and mechanical equipment. Incumbents are assigned maintenance where they are expected to have sufficient skill and knowledge to work productively and safely without constant direction and supervision.