Wastewater System Operator II/III

City of Galt•Galt, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Galt is seeking a Wastewater System Operator II/III. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applicants are received. The position involves operating and maintaining wastewater treatment plant equipment and facilities, taking samples, performing tests, and assisting with maintenance and repairs. The Wastewater System Operator III role includes leading, training, and overseeing more complex operations and maintenance tasks, as well as directing the work of lower-level staff.

Requirements

Equivalent to graduation from high school.
Wastewater System Operator II: Two (2) years of experience in operating and performing routine maintenance to facilities and/or equipment in a secondary wastewater treatment plant and related collection systems and pumping stations, or one (1) year of experience equivalent to the Wastewater System Operator I in the City of Galt.
Wastewater System Operator III: Four (4) years of responsible experience in wastewater treatment plant operations.
Wastewater System Operator II: Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
Wastewater System Operator II: Possession of Collection System Maintenance Certification Grade I from the California Water Environmental Association.
Wastewater System Operator II: Possession of Wastewater Treatment Operator Certification Grade II.
Wastewater System Operator III: Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
Wastewater System Operator III: Possession of Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade IV Certification within probationary period.
Wastewater System Operator III: Possession of Collection System Maintenance Certification Grade I or above issued by the California Water Environmental Association within a time specified by the City.
Wastewater System Operator III: Obtain one of the following additional Technical California Water Environment Association (CWEA) certifications within probationary period: Laboratory Analyst, Environmental Inspector, Electrical & Instrumentation, and Mechanical Technologist.
Knowledge of basic principles, practices, tools, and materials as they relate to the operation, cleaning, and preventive maintenance of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and equipment.
Knowledge of basic operational and maintenance practices of electrical motors, pumps, and circuitry.
Knowledge of basic chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials.
Knowledge of tools and equipment required for the work.
Knowledge of basic principles and practices of recordkeeping methods.
Knowledge of basic mathematics.
Knowledge of basic computer software related to work.
Knowledge of English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
Knowledge of techniques for providing a high level of customer service.
Knowledge of safe driving rules and practices.
Knowledge of the operation and preventive maintenance of piping systems, including pipes, valves, and related appurtenances.
Knowledge of basic mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles.
Ability to operate, maintain, and repair a variety of wastewater collection and treatment facilities and equipment.
Ability to recognize and correct or report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating conditions.
Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance.
Ability to make accurate arithmetic calculations.
Ability to safely operate a variety of hand and power tools as well as various vehicles used in the work.
Ability to follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties.
Ability to organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
Ability to maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to work independently or in a team situation.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
Ability to read a variety of gauges, charts, and meters; record data accurately and make appropriate process adjustments.
Ability to conduct basic chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials.
Ability to use and maintain the tools and equipment of the work skillfully and safely.
Ability to handle hazardous chemicals in a safe manner.
Ability to interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
Ability to use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
Ability to plan, schedule, assign, and oversee activities of wastewater operator personnel (Wastewater System Operator III).
Ability to train others in proper and safe work procedures (Wastewater System Operator III).
Ability to inspect the work of others and maintain established quality control standards (Wastewater System Operator III).
Ability to identify and implement an effective course of action to complete assigned work (Wastewater System Operator III).
Ability to oversee and participate in operations, maintenance, and related projects in the wastewater treatment plant (Wastewater System Operator III).
Ability to conduct complex chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials (Wastewater System Operator III).
Ability to use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone or radio, and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid Class B California driver’s license with airbrake and tanker endorsements and have a satisfactory driving record (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of Environmental compliance Inspector Certification issued by CWEA (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of Laboratory Analyst Certification issued by CWEA (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of Mechanical Technologist Certification issued by CWEA (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of Traffic Control Technician Certification (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of Collection System Maintenance Certification Grade II or above (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of Water Treatment Certification Grade I (T1) or above (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of Water Distribution System Operator Certification Grade I (D1) or above (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification Grade III or above (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of Drone Operator Certification (Wastewater System Operator II).
Possession of valid Class B (or higher) California driver’s license with airbrakes and tanker endorsements (Wastewater System Operator III).
Possession of Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification Grade V (Wastewater System Operator III).
Possession of Water Treatment Operator Certification Grade II (T2) or above (Wastewater System Operator III).
Possession of Collection System Maintenance Certificate Grade II or above (Wastewater System Operator III).
Possession of any of the following California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Certifications other than the one required: Laboratory Analyst, Environmental Inspector, Electrical & Instrumentation, and Mechanical Technologist (Wastewater System Operator III).
Possession of Drone Operator Certificate (Wastewater System Operator III).

Responsibilities

Operates and performs maintenance on equipment, facilities, and related appurtenances in a secondary, activated sludge wastewater treatment plant and related collection and disposal facilities.
Takes periodic samples and performs standardized tests to ensure proper operation within established guidelines.
Assists with preventive maintenance and makes minor repairs to plant facilities and equipment.
Monitors plant operations equipment and processes to ensure compliance with environmental and public health standards.
Inspects plant operational equipment and facilities on a regularly scheduled basis.
Reviews and analyzes operational information and revises equipment settings as appropriate.
Operates and performs maintenance and repairs on collection and disposal lines and appurtenances, including lift stations.
Operates and performs preventive maintenance on a variety of treatment plant equipment, such as pumps, chlorinators, filters, chemical valves, sludge lagoon, bar screens, and agitators.
Operates valves, pumps, and automated controls to regulate the flow of wastewater through the plant.
Removes screenings and grit; cleans clarifiers and primary, secondary, and other wastewater equipment and facilities.
Reads, records, and calculates readings of meters and gauges; interprets information into operational characteristics.
Lubricates pumps, motors, chains, conveyors, and other machinery and equipment; performs preventive maintenance, makes minor repairs to equipment, and reports the need for major repairs.
Maintains facilities and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
Collects wastewater, sludge, and other samples from various phases of the treatment process; performs basic chemical and physical tests on these samples.
Observes appropriate safety procedures, including those related to the safe handling of chlorine and other treatment chemicals.
Provides technical and functional supervision to assigned wastewater treatment plant operations staff (Wastewater System Operator III).
Plans, schedules, prioritizes, and assigns operations and maintenance work (Wastewater System Operator III).
Trains employees in work methods, use of tools and equipment, and relevant safety precautions (Wastewater System Operator III).
Estimates costs of maintenance work, supplies, equipment, and materials (Wastewater System Operator III).
Inspects and evaluates work in progress and upon completion (Wastewater System Operator III).