Machinist/Mechanic Work in the

Water/Wastewater Industry

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Why am I (are we) here?

The water /wastewater industry wants to make sure we continue to have qualified mechanics and machinists

I’m an mechanic/machinist (We are mechanics/machinists) in the water/wastewater industry and want to give you an idea of what the work is like

To give you an idea of options you might want to investigate if this career appeals to you

Civil Engineer7.5 Million Bay Area Residents

525 MILLION GALLONS / DAY OF DRINKING

WATER PRODUCED

705 MILLION GALLONS / DAY OF WASTEWATER

TREATED

Mechanics/machinists are critical

In 2011, BAYWORK, a collaborative of water and wastewater utilities focused on workforce reliability, identified the following job categories as critical to getting their work done:

• Engineer• Mechanic/Machinist• Water Treatment Operator• Electronic Maintenance Technician/Instrument Technician• Electrician• Water Distribution Operator• Wastewater Treatment Operator

Average monthly salary rangefor mechanics/machinists

Machinists/Mechanics

Apprentice Level

JourneyLevel

Supervisory

Monthly Pay $4,100 - $5,100

$5,400 - $6,500

$6,000 - $8,200

The job description and salary range provided vary from utility to utility. The job description is an example for a larger utility and is based on San Francisco Public Utilities Commission

(SFPUC) and East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD). The salary information is from the ‘Centers of Excellence Water and Wastewater Occupations’ publication for the Bay region,

November 2009.

What does a mechanic/machinist do?

Industries such as water, power, and manufacturing rely on talented mechanics/machinists who have the training to create, maintain, and repair mechanical

equipment.

Maintain

Repair

Create

What does a mechanic/machinist do?

Mathematical and problem solving skills for precise measurements in performing machining duties

Ability to use both complex and heavy equipment

Knowledge of shop theory and bench work techniques, safety rules, and basic shop metals and materials

Oral and written communication skills to express ideas, information, and instructions clearly and concisely

Knowledge, skills, and abilities of a mechanic/ machinist:

Mechanic/machinist video

Mechanic/Machinist Video Link

BAYWORK website

baywork.org

For more information about BAYWORK or to contact someone from BAYWORK with questions, see the “About

Us” page on the baywork.org website.

Mechanic/machinist profiles

Link to BAYWORK mechanic/machinist Page with Career Profiles

John NavarraChris Nicoletti

David Salazar

My position and the kind of work I do

My education and experience

My favorite project

What I Like Best About My Job

Options for you to consider if you think you might be interested in becoming a mechanic/machinist

Coursework

• Course 1• Course 2

Experiences (e.g., apprenticeships)

• Experience 1• Experience 2

Training Opportunities

• Training 1• Training 2

BAYWORK training opportunity map

BAYWORK job opportunity map

QUESTIONS/COMMENTS?

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