Wastewater Technician II

The City of Laguna Beach is seeking a skilled and dedicated Wastewater Technician II to join our team! This journey-level position offers the opportunity to perform a wide range of tasks, from maintaining and troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the City’s wastewater infrastructure. As a key member of our Public Works team, you'll work independently, exercise sound judgment, and play an essential role in protecting our community and environment. If you have the expertise and drive to make a difference, we encourage you to apply today!

Ideal Candidate:

• Be available and flexible
• Demonstrate integrity and ethics
• Work independently
• Exercise judgment and initiative
• Foster a team-centric mindset
• Communicate effectively
• Stay self-motivated
• Exhibit responsibility and dependability

Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on December 16, 2025.

The normal duties for this position can be found in the job description Wastewater Technician II. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Any combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying. A typical combination is as follows:

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.

Experience: Wastewater Technician II- Three (3) years of experience in public works maintenance and construction work or one year as a City of Laguna Beach Wastewater Utility Worker II or Wastewater Technician I. Experience with municipal sewer system repair and electrical work is highly desirable.

License/Certificate Requirements:

• Due to the performance of field duties that may include the operation of both City commercial and non-commercial vehicles, an applicant must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License and an acceptable driving record at time of hire. 
• A Class A or B Driver’s License is required  within 12 months of appointment. 
• Wastewater Technician II - A California Water Environmental Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Grade II Certification is required within 12 months of appointment.

Special Requirements:

Positions in this series may receive calls for emergency service and may be required to respond during non-scheduled work hours, including evenings, holidays, and weekends.

DOT Compliance

In compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and the City's policy on random testing for controlled substances and alcohol for commercially licensed drivers, candidates for this position who are commercially licensed are required to pass a drug test prior to placement in the position. All employees working in this position, who are subject to maintaining a commercial driver's license for the performance of duties, will be enrolled as participants in the City's Random Testing Program for Controlled Substances and Alcohol.

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies in the same or lower classifications.

Application Process: All interested applicants must submit a completed online city application. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis with a first review on December 16, 2025. Applications will be screened carefully and selected applicants will be invited to undergo a Structured Panel Interview to evaluate their knowledge, skills and abilities. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of applicants deemed eligible before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.

Pre-employment Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice, and a pre-placement physical including a drug test. Education and employment verification and reference check(s) will also be conducted.

Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, retirement plans, and paid time off. The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Working Conditions:

Work is performed in various environmental conditions, with exposure to outdoor temperature and weather variations, traffic and equipment noise, vibrations, fumes, grease, machinery and moving parts, odors, dust, chemicals such as cleaning solvents, and raw sewage. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, or more than 50 pounds, with assistance; sit, stand, squat, kneel, climb stairs, stoop, and walk for prolonged periods; and get from one location to another in the course of doing business. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading work-related documents and using the computer, and acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. An employee generally works outdoors. The employee will travel to different locations and be exposed to inclement weather conditions, noise, vibration, dust, or potentially hazardous chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high, and the employee may occasionally be exposed to loud talking and interruptions from telephones and/or members of the public. The nature of the work also requires incumbents to drive motorized vehicles and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Laguna Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.  EEO/ADA.

Salary : $5,590 - $7,685