Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I

City of Madera • Madera, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Now hiring certified Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators to join our team and play a vital role in protecting public health, preserving our environment, and ensuring reliable wastewater treatment operations! Under immediate supervision, performs and learns to perform the full array of duties assigned to classes in the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator series including operations, controls and maintenance work in one or more Public Works wastewater treatment plant facilities; demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs other related duties as required. Automatic Promotion based on certification level up to Operator III, with City paid exam and certification fees.

Requirements

• Equivalent of one year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment laboratory or the performance of related work
• High school diploma or equivalent supplemented with appropriate coursework in laboratory testing and analysis
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver’s license
• Possession of a Grade I Certificate as a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator from the California State Water Quality Control Board

Nice To Haves

• Candidates must earn a score of 70% or higher to be considered for the eligibility list.
• Applicants who require special examination accommodations due to a disability should contact the Human Resources Department five (5) business days prior to any scheduled examination at [phone].
• Applicants may be eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points (5 points) and should attach a DD214 to their employment application for consideration of this preference.

Responsibilities

• Performs and learns to perform the full array of duties assigned to classes in the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator series including operations, controls and maintenance work in one or more Public Works wastewater treatment plant facilities
• Demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties
• Performs other related duties as required
• Responsible for a wide variety of plant operations and maintenance of the wastewater treatment plants
• Incumbents are expected to perform the full scope of assigned duties

Benefits

• City paid exam and certification fees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED