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HYDROELECTRIC PLANT MECHANIC II
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An Industrial Mechanic repairs and maintains complex machines used in production or manufacturing, such as conveyor belts; may use computerized diagnostic equipment.
$59,746 / year median in Montana
+6% projected growth
Job Description
HYDROELECTRIC PLANT MECHANIC II
Department of Water Resources
JC-530162 - HYDROELECTRIC PLANT MECHANIC II
HYDROELECTRIC
PLANT MECHANIC II
$9,203.00 - $11,867.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
9/16/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties Directs, inspects, and assists the work of HEP Mechanics in the maintenance and repair of all mechanical equipment and apparatus of a large hydroelectric installation. Trouble-shoots equipment failures and malfunctions. Communicates with supervisor necessary work, requirements, scheduling and prepares estimates. Assists in the training of apprentices, and newly hired journey-persons in safe work practices. Job requires basic knowledge and use of information system equipment for access and data entry. Must be able to work and communicate well with others in order to complete assigned tasks. You will find additional information about the job in the . Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
HYDROELECTRIC PLANT MECHANIC II
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Job Code #:
JC-530162
Position #(s): 842-240-6454-085
Working Title:
HYDROELECTRIC PLANT MECHANIC II
Classification:
HYDROELECTRIC PLANT MECHANIC II
$9,203.00 - $11,867.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of
Positions:
1
Work Location:
Butte County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time Department Information Operations & Maintenance/Oroville Field Division/Plant Maintenance Branch/Mechanical Section/Oroville. This position is located in Oroville, CA. Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way. At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state's people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments. DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR's equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Department Website:
https://water.ca.gov/ Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR's Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers. Special Requirements Must possess a valid California driver's license. This is a sensitive position and is subject to substance abuse testing set forth in California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Regulations 599.960-599.966. This position has frequent access to areas designated as containing critical cyber assets in accordance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and therefore a satisfactory background check is required prior to appointment and at least every seven years thereafter. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date:
9/16/2026