Wastewater Collection System Operator I/II
About The Position
At the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are passionate about their work. We strive to provide employees with the support they need to thrive.Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here. The City of Santa BarbaraWater Resources Department is seeking a motivated Water Collection System Operator I/II. This position performs semi-skilled labor in the maintenance, operation, repair and related service activities for wastewater, and collection systems; and to perform a variety of related duties as assigned. Distinguishing Characteristics Wastewater Collection System Operator I $75,172.50 - $91,373.10 Annually This is the entry-level class in the Wastewater Collection System Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Wastewater Collection System Operator II class by the performance of the more routine maintenance tasks and duties including performing less complex maintenance activities. Since this class is typically used as a training class, employees may have limited or no directly related work experience. Wastewater Collection System Operator II $88,228.14 - $107,242.20 Annually This is the full journey level class in the Wastewater Collection System Operator series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Wastewater Collection System Operator I by the performance of the full range of utility maintenance duties including performing complex maintenance functions, and troubleshooting and diagnosing repair needs. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Wastewater Collection System Operator I class, or when filled from the outside, require prior experience.
Requirements
- Uses and purposes of general construction tools and equipment.
- Safe work practices.
- Data collection and entry using computers, mobile phones, and tablets, including technologies unique to the Department of Water Resources.
- Provide excellent Customer Service.
- Operational characteristics of wastewater collection systems
- Preventative maintenance techniques and procedures
- Tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of wastewater collection systems and equipment.
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Class B driver's license with tanker endorsement within six months of appointment.
- California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade I Collection System Maintenance Technologist certification within one year of appointment.
- Possession of valid Class B driver's license with tanker endorsement at time of appointment.
- California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Grade II Collection System Maintenance Technologist certification at time of appointment.
- Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
- Training or education on basic collection system operations and maintenance.
- High school diploma or GED required.
Nice To Haves
- Some experience maintaining and repairing water, wastewater, and recycled water distribution/collection systems and operating heavy equipment, performing construction, or related duties is desirable.
- Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience repairing and maintaining water, wastewater and reclamation systems and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine tasks in a variety of utility maintenance activities.
- Perform heavy manual labor.
- Work safely in confined spaces with hazardous materials.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities
- Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair work related to wastewater collection systems
- Use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, and power tools and equipment
- Read and interpret basic maps and blueprints
- Work independently in the absence of supervision
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
