Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III

Summary
Under direction of the new Chief Plant Operator, operate and maintain one or more water treatment plants and the City’s wastewater treatment plant on an assigned shift or in a specified geographic area; to inspect and make minor repairs on water and wastewater equipment and facilities; to assist in the minor repair and maintenance of water and wastewater Treatment plant equipment; and to do related work as required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be education to completion of the 12th grade and sufficient full time or equivalent experience as a Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator in a public facility and possession of the above knowledge, abilities and certifications.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Possession of a valid Class C California Motor Vehicle License. Possession of a safe driving record per the city’s driving standards and policies.

• Level III - Required: Valid Grade III or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board,

• Level II - Required: Valid Grade II or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board. If hired at a level less than Grade III, incumbent must obtain a Grade III Certificate, issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board, within 12 months, or 2 testing cycles of appointment.

• Level I – Required: Valid Grade I or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board. If hired at a level less than Grade III, incumbent must obtain a Grade III Certificate, issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board, within 12 months, or 2 testing cycles of appointment.

Desired: Possession of a valid Grade II or higher Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate, issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. This certification must be obtained within 12 months, or 2 testing cycles of appointment.

Salary: $63,548 to $82,127 Annually

Close Date: Open until filled

Learn More/Apply: https://www.calopps.org/live-oak/job-20061758