Hydroelectric Plant Technician I

The California Department of Water Resources is hiring an entry-level Hydroelectric Plant Technician I in Gustine, CA, with a salary range of $6,562.00 - $10,476.00 per month. The role involves routine maintenance and operation of electrical and mechanical equipment at hydroelectric plants. Candidates must have a valid Class C driver’s license and an Associate's degree in Electronics or Computer Science. Training will be provided for career advancement.
About the job

HYDROELECTRIC PLANT TECHNICIAN I (ENTRY LEVEL)

$6,562.00 - $10,476.00 per Month

Reference: SAP Position #50002186 and Job Control # JC-459959

Applications must be submitted: online, post marked, or hand delivered by the final filing date 3/21/25

Please visit link below for information on how to apply. Only complete application packages will be considered.

https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPost...

https://www.calhr.ca.gov/state-hr-professionals/Pa...

Desirable Qualifications

We are seeking an individual that can work cooperatively with others; has excellent written and verbal communication skills; can maintain regular, consistent, predictable attendance; can identify and prioritize work; can execute tasks independently with minimal supervision; can exercise good judgment; is available for work outside normal business hours, including overnight travel extending for several days; has the ability to proficiently operate personal computers and Microsoft Office Suite, and is able to safely install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain complex electronic and electromechanical equipment in a pumping or generating plant facility. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement located on the job posting, link above.

Position Description

The California State Water Project (SWP), a water storage and delivery system of reservoirs, aqueducts, power plants and pumping plants that includes 36 storage facilities, 21 pumping plants, five hydroelectric power plants, four pumping-generating plants, and approximately 705 miles of canals, tunnels, and pipelines, is seeking an exceptionally talented and experienced Technician to apply and further develop their technical design knowledge and broaden their project management and leadership skills.

The Hydroelectric Plant Technician I, under close supervision, performs routine and basic tasks on control, communication, electrical and mechanical equipment in connection with the operation and maintenance of State Water Project generating/pumping plants, switchyards, water conveyance, and facilities. This is the entry level to the HEP Technician series, and training will be provided to make the incumbent qualified to advance to the journey level of HEP Technician II.

Additional Information

In addition to submitting an application package, you must also take the corresponding Hydroelectric Plant Technician I Exam. You are not required to take the exam at this time. However, eligibility must be established by passing the exam prior to hiring date.

Please Visit the Exam Bulletin below to apply online and for additional information:

HYDROELECTRIC PLANT TECHNICIAN I EXAM

https://calcareers.ca.gov/JOBSGEN/0PBAM.PDF

Requirements for Admittance to the Exam:

Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license. Possession of 2-year Associate’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science. (Electrical, electronic, mechanical, or computer science work experience in an electrical utility or equivalent industrial or military facility, may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one year of experience being equivalent to 15 semester units.)

Associate's Degree in Electronics or Computer Science required, relevant work experience may be substituted. Class C driver's license required. In person attendance required 40 hours per week. Call-outs and after hours or weekend overtime as needed. Must take and pass online exam linked above prior to appointment. Background check required.