Wastewater Plant Operator In Training

City Of Oceanside•Camp Pendleton, CA

About The Position

THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Oceanside is accepting applications for Wastewater Plant Operator in Training. There is currently one vacancy in the Water Utilities Department.

Requirements

Knowledge of : Principles and practices of wastewater treatment plant operations.
Basic laboratory operations, testing and analysis.
Elementary repair, maintenance and adjustment procedures for wastewater treatment plant equipment.
Practices, materials and techniques used in general and grounds maintenance activities.
Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
Ability to : Learn to operate, repair and maintain a wastewater treatment facility.
Learn to read and interpret computer control system (SCADA) and other recording devices reflecting wastewater treatment plant operations and make operating adjustments based upon recorded data.
Learn to take wastewater and sludge samples and perform basic laboratory tests; perform basic calibration of equipment.
Learn to diagnose a variety of operating problems and take effective corrective actions.
Deal tactfully with the public and others in providing information, answering questions and providing customer service.
Work shifts, weekends and holidays as assigned.
Read, understand and follow posted work rules and procedures; follow oral and written directions; accept constructive criticism from supervisors.
Maintain both manual and automated logs, records, reports and charts.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Experience : One year of work experience in any field demonstrating responsibility and ability to learn and acquire new skills.
Training : Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade or GED equivalent. Completion of one course (6 educational points) in water/wastewater or related field.
License, Certificate : A current, valid, California driver's license.
Ability to obtain an Operator-In-Training certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board within sixty (60) days of appointment.
Possession of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade I certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board within two (2) years of appointment.

Nice To Haves

A water/wastewater certificate, AA degree from water technology program or wastewater experience are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

assist in monitoring the operation of wastewater treatment plant pumps, motors, digesters and other equipment
take and record readings of gauges, dials and other instruments that record plant operations including the SCADA system and off-site pump facilities
interpret operating data and make the less complex operating adjustments
make visual inspections of plant operations ensuring that operational problems have been located and corrected
operate valves and controls to feed chemicals according to plant flows
inspect, clean and maintain pumps, motors, valves, filters, meters and related equipment
perform required preventive maintenance and repairs
learn and apply the practices, procedures, techniques, regulations, and laws relating to wastewater treatment
learn and apply safety practices and procedures related to work
collect a variety of samples for laboratory testing
perform basic laboratory tests and analysis
keep records and logs of operations
update information for reporting purposes
establish positive working relationships with staff, other agencies and the public
perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Retirement Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are subject to the State laws of PEPRA in regard to retirement benefits.
Each individual's benefits may differ.
Consult with Employee Benefits for further details.
Third Level 1959 Survivor Credit Survivor Continuation option Additional Retirement Credit Purchase Options Buy additional Service Retirement Credit prior to membership Service Credit for unused Sick Leave Buy additional Military Service Credit Health Insurance Medical/Vision: (First of the month following 60 days) Kaiser plan provided through Teamster Medical Trust.
For more information please contact #877-214-8928 Dental: (First of the Month following hire) Delta Preferred Option (DPO) Delta Care USA (DHMO) Pre-Tax Benefits Health benefits are offered on a pre-tax basis and employees cannot add or delete coverage or benefits unless a qualifying event has occurred.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The Anthem EAP is paid for by the City.
Available to all members of your household 6 free confidential counseling visits per incident Self-service support online or by phone Disability and Life Insurances The STD/LTD/LIFE and AD&D Lincoln Financial premiums are paid for by City.
Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance: First 90 days - benefits paid at 55% of weekly salary to a maximum weekly benefit of $700 for non-work related disability only Seven day waiting period unless hospitalized All sick leave must be exhausted before STD is used Long-Term Disability Insurance: After 90 days - benefits paid at 66.7% of monthly salary to a maximum monthly benefit of $6,000 for any disability Life and AD&D Insurance: 1 times annual base salary; minimum of $30,000 and maximum of $200,000 of Basic Life and AD&D Voluntary Benefits Benefits are employee paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial: Premiums are determined by age Purchased up to a maximum $500,000 for employees Spousal coverage up to the employee amount Dependent coverage up to $10,000 Flexible Spending Accounts through BCC: Utilizes a debit card as a form of payment Health Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $3,400 Dependent Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $7,500 Deferred Compensation - 457 through Empower: 457 - Maximum annual pre/post-taxed amount is $24,500 for 2026; over age 50 may contribute an additional $8,000 MetLife Legal Plan Telephone and office consultations are available for an unlimited number for personal legal matters with an attorney of your choice.
GotZoom Student Loan Relief Provides a no-obligation benefit analysis for federal student loans to identify, maximize and enroll employees into Federal Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs.
ScholarShare 529 An easy to manage plan that helps make the most of your or a designated beneficiary's college savings with tax benefits.
Tuition Reimbursement Up to $2,000 per fiscal year Leave Benefits Vacation: 1 - 5 years: 3.58 hours 6 - 10 years: 5.12 hours 11 - 15 years: 6.65 hours 16 + years: 8.19 Maximum accrual: 360 hours for those hired before 7/1/95 300 hours for those hired 7/1/95 or after Holidays: New Years' Day Martin Luther King Jr Day Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday after Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day 48 hours Floating Holidays per fiscal year Sick Leave: Accrual: 12 days per year Max accrual: Unlimited Annual Sick Leave Pay Off: Each calendar year an employee may elect to receive a 50% payment in lieu of accrued sick leave provided such employee has used 3 work days (maximum of 36 hours) or less of sick leave during the calendar year and has a minimum of 100 hours in their sick leave bank prior to the cash out request.
Sick Leave pay off at separation: Sick leave paid out depends on years of service and whether an employee retires or terminates Bereavement Leave: Three days for death of employee's immediate family member Two additional days may be charged to sick leave upon approval Certification Pay The City will provide certification pay up to $1.00 per hour for employees utilizing designated certifications in the performance of their duties.
Bilingual and Notary Pay Bilingual: $1.73 per hour for eligible employees Notary: $.58 per hour for eligible employees Uniforms The City will provide uniforms for any employee required by the City to wear such uniform in the course of their regular job duties.
Commercial Driver License The City will reimburse the application cost of Commercial Class A or B Driver License to full-time employees in certain classifications.
Safety Shoes The City will provide reimbursement up to $200 towards the purchase price of safety shoes to employees who are required to wear such shoes on the job.
Term of Compensation Plan Effective July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2026 This is a summary of available benefits. It is not intended to provide full details of all programs. The appropriate Memorandum of Understanding, Compensation Plan and/or Benefit Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies and provide program specifics.