Job Details
Maintenance Worker II (Sewer)
2026-01-01 City of Alameda, CA Alameda,CA
Description:
Under general supervision, performs a variety of journey level skilled or semi-skilled trade work involved in the construction, installation, operations, maintenance and repair of public streets, buildings, structures, facilities, systems, equipment and grounds. Performs other related work as required.
Distinguishing Features
This is this the journey level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class perform highly responsible maintenance work and may be responsible for the independent performance of particularly difficult or specialized maintenance work and/or for providing lead direction to subordinate employees. Work in the class is distinguished form that of lower classes by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate and by the more technical aspects or overall complexity of the work. Incumbents are able to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instructions or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of operating policies and procedures. Assignment specialties may include carpentry, plumbing, concrete work, or street, waste and storm water systems, electrical, or tree and landscape maintenance work. Actual responsibilities will vary according to assignment. Work may be performed under supervision, independently or with the assistance of helpers.
Examples of Duties
Employment Standards
Education/Experience
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education Graduation from high school.
Experience Two years of skilled public works, facilities or equipment maintenance or construction trades experience.
Knowledge
Knowledge of modern practices, procedures, equipment and tools used in journey level skilled trade work and in related construction and maintenance; safe work practices and procedures.
Experience in sewer or storm drain maintenance highly desirable.
California Water Environment Association (CWEA) - Collection System Maintenance Certification (Grade 1 or higher) highly desirable.
Ability
Ability to perform a variety of journey level skilled construction, maintenance and repair work including carpentry, plumbing, electrical and concrete work, tree and landscape maintenance, traffic painting, sign maintenance, and waste and storm water systems; operate heavy trucks, specialized vehicular equipment, and other related tools and equipment; perform technically sophisticated and highly complex maintenance related work; read and interpret blueprints, maps and drawings; use spray equipment and restricted chemicals; maintain accurate records; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public; provide lead direction and training to subordinate employees.
Special Requirements
Willingness and ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls as required.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
Employees hired after June 1, 1996 and assigned to the Public Works Department: Possession of a valid Class B State of California driver's license (or the ability to obtain within six months of appointment) and a satisfactory driving record as conditions of initial and continued employment.
Employees required to have a Class B driver's license or in positions requiring a Hazardous Materials Endorsement are subject to provisions of the Department of Transportation's drug and alcohol testing program.
Selection Process: The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation, a written exam, a performance exam, and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance. Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment, a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
E-Verify: The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).
Veteran's Preference Credit: A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active-duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
An Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) ###-####.
For Benefits information, please visit our website at: A detailed summary for this position can be found under ACEA.
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Be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the experience section of the application. "See Resume" or "N/A" as a response will not be considered sufficient information 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. Additionally, by submitting this written work, you affirm that it is your own original creation and that no part of this work has been written or edited by external sources, including but limited to AI tools, professional writing services, or any other individuals.I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. I affirm that the submitted work is my original creation and confirm that no part of this work has been edited or written by external sources, including but limited to AI tools, professional writing services, or any other individuals.
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How many years of work experience do you have in sewer or storm drain maintenance?
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How many years of work experience do you have in skilled public works, facilities or equipment maintenance or construction trades?
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Please describe your experience in the field of sewer maintenance.
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Do you possess a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) - Collection System Maintenance Certification (Grade 1 or higher)?
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If you possess a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification, please indicate your grade.
07
Do you currently posses a valid Class B Driver's License?
08
If you indicated "No" to the question above, you will be required to obtain a valid Class B Driver's License within 6 months of employment. Please indicate you understand this requirement.
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Answers to the above supplemental questions MUST be supported by information contained in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of this application. Answers not supported by information contained in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of this application will NOT be considered. Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed. I have read and understand this statement.
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Salary : $60,971.04 - $85,812.48 Annually
Location : Maintenance Service Center), CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2025-2520-01
Department: Public Works Department
Opening Date: 12/29/2025
Closing Date: 1/12/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: ACEA
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Nature of Position
THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
As the nation's 115th agency to be accredited by the American Public Works Association, the City of Alameda Public Works Department is the steward of Alameda's public infrastructure, responsible for its design, construction, and maintenance. It is the vision of the agency to become the best trained, most talented and efficient public works department in the entire Bay Area. Come and join our dynamic team to be an integral part of this vision!
THE POSITIONThis assignment is responsible for performing maintenance activities such as sewer and storm system maintenance, repairs, cleaning, and performing work on the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Program which will become more critical as Public Works moves away from repairs to more cleaning and CCTV inspection of sewer and storm infrastructures.
Under general supervision, the position will perform a variety of journey level skilled or semi-skilled trade work involved in the maintenance and repair of the city's sewer and storm drain systems. Performs other related work as required.
BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT
For a comprehensive list of benefits, see the Benefits Matrix
- CalPERS Retirement: Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.75% contribution.
- Medical: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available, with a generous City contribution.
- Dental: Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.
- Vacation: Starting with 80 hours annually and increasing with years of service.
- Holidays: 11 City Holidays
- Floating Holidays: 6 days
- Sick Leave: 96 hours per year; any unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement.
- Deferred Compensation: Up to 1% 457(b) matching City contribution after 1 year of continuous service.
Under general supervision, performs a variety of journey level skilled or semi-skilled trade work involved in the construction, installation, operations, maintenance and repair of public streets, buildings, structures, facilities, systems, equipment and grounds. Performs other related work as required.
Distinguishing Features
This is this the journey level class in the Maintenance Worker series. Positions in this class perform highly responsible maintenance work and may be responsible for the independent performance of particularly difficult or specialized maintenance work and/or for providing lead direction to subordinate employees. Work in the class is distinguished form that of lower classes by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate and by the more technical aspects or overall complexity of the work. Incumbents are able to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instructions or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of operating policies and procedures. Assignment specialties may include carpentry, plumbing, concrete work, or street, waste and storm water systems, electrical, or tree and landscape maintenance work. Actual responsibilities will vary according to assignment. Work may be performed under supervision, independently or with the assistance of helpers.
Examples of Duties
- Performs journey-level skilled or semi-skilled construction, maintenance and repair work; may perform general construction and street maintenance repair work.
- Operates and maintains construction and maintenance equipment for a variety of construction and maintenance operations involving public facilities, streets, sidewalks, gutters, and waste and storm water systems; operates and maintains a variety of other equipment and tools including compressors or pneumatic tools.
- Installs signs, traffic cones and barricades.
- Performs rough and finished carpentry.
- Performs skilled electrical repair and maintenance work related to public buildings, traffic signals, waste and storm water systems, and other public facilities or operations.
- Paints building surfaces, furniture, fixtures, signs, traffic control lines, etc.
- Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures.
- Operates and maintains a variety of waste and storm water systems pumps; cleans, excavates and/or repairs waste and storm water systems pipes.
- Removes, forms, pours and finishes concrete.
- Maintains sprinkler and irrigation systems and equipment.
- Prunes and maintains trees and landscaped areas.
- Maintains supplies, work records and logs.
- Reads and interprets blueprints, specifications, maps and drawings.
- Drives and operates heavy trucks and specialized vehicular equipment.
- May provide lead direction and training for subordinate employees.
Employment Standards
Education/Experience
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education Graduation from high school.
Experience Two years of skilled public works, facilities or equipment maintenance or construction trades experience.
Knowledge
Knowledge of modern practices, procedures, equipment and tools used in journey level skilled trade work and in related construction and maintenance; safe work practices and procedures.
Experience in sewer or storm drain maintenance highly desirable.
California Water Environment Association (CWEA) - Collection System Maintenance Certification (Grade 1 or higher) highly desirable.
Ability
Ability to perform a variety of journey level skilled construction, maintenance and repair work including carpentry, plumbing, electrical and concrete work, tree and landscape maintenance, traffic painting, sign maintenance, and waste and storm water systems; operate heavy trucks, specialized vehicular equipment, and other related tools and equipment; perform technically sophisticated and highly complex maintenance related work; read and interpret blueprints, maps and drawings; use spray equipment and restricted chemicals; maintain accurate records; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public; provide lead direction and training to subordinate employees.
Special Requirements
Willingness and ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls as required.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
Employees hired after June 1, 1996 and assigned to the Public Works Department: Possession of a valid Class B State of California driver's license (or the ability to obtain within six months of appointment) and a satisfactory driving record as conditions of initial and continued employment.
Employees required to have a Class B driver's license or in positions requiring a Hazardous Materials Endorsement are subject to provisions of the Department of Transportation's drug and alcohol testing program.
Selection Process: The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation, a written exam, a performance exam, and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance. Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment, a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
E-Verify: The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).
Veteran's Preference Credit: A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active-duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
An Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) ###-####.
For Benefits information, please visit our website at: A detailed summary for this position can be found under ACEA.
01
Be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the experience section of the application. "See Resume" or "N/A" as a response will not be considered sufficient information 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. Additionally, by submitting this written work, you affirm that it is your own original creation and that no part of this work has been written or edited by external sources, including but limited to AI tools, professional writing services, or any other individuals.I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses. I affirm that the submitted work is my original creation and confirm that no part of this work has been edited or written by external sources, including but limited to AI tools, professional writing services, or any other individuals.
- Yes
- No
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How many years of work experience do you have in sewer or storm drain maintenance?
- I have no experience as described.
- I have less than 1 year of experience as described.
- I have more than 1 year, but less than 2 years of experience as described.
- I have more than 2 years, but less than 3 years of experience as described.
- I have 3 or more years of experience as described.
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How many years of work experience do you have in skilled public works, facilities or equipment maintenance or construction trades?
- I have no experience as described.
- I have less than 1 year of experience as described.
- I have more than 1 year, but less than 2 years of experience as described.
- I have more than 2 years, but less than 3 years of experience as described.
- I have 3 or more years of experience as described.
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Please describe your experience in the field of sewer maintenance.
05
Do you possess a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) - Collection System Maintenance Certification (Grade 1 or higher)?
- Yes
- No
06
If you possess a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification, please indicate your grade.
- I do not possess a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification
- Grade 1
- Grade 2
- Grade 3
- Grade 4
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Do you currently posses a valid Class B Driver's License?
- Yes
- No
08
If you indicated "No" to the question above, you will be required to obtain a valid Class B Driver's License within 6 months of employment. Please indicate you understand this requirement.
- Yes
- No
09
Answers to the above supplemental questions MUST be supported by information contained in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of this application. Answers not supported by information contained in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of this application will NOT be considered. Resumes and cover letters will not be reviewed. I have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
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