1. Machinist/Mechanic Work in the Water/Wastewater Industry

2. 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

3. Civil Engineer 7.5 Million Bay Area Residents 525 MILLION GALLONS / DAY OF DRINKING WATER PRODUCED 705 MILLION GALLONS / DAY OF WASTEWATER TREATED

4. 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

5. Average monthly salary range for mechanics/machinists Machinists/ Mechanics Apprentice Level Journey Level 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.

6. 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

7. 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:

8. Mechanic/machinist video Mechanic/Machinist Video Link

9. BAYWORK website For more information about BAYWORK or to contact someone from BAYWORK with questions, see the “About Us” page on the baywork.org website.

10. Mechanic/machinist profiles Link to BAYWORK mechanic/machinist Page with Career Profiles John Navarra Chris Nicoletti David Salazar

11. My position and the kind of work I do

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14. What I Like Best About My Job

15. 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

16. BAYWORK training opportunity map

17. BAYWORK job opportunity map

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