Water Treatment Plant Operator-In-Training

City of Fresno • Fresno, CA

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About The Position

The Water Treatment Plant Operator-In-Training is a training classification for candidates learning the duties of a Water Treatment Plant Operator. Incumbents train in the operation of surface water treatment facilities under the direct supervision of certified operators and gain experience toward qualifying for a T3 Water Treatment Operator Certificate. Assignments may involve any shift, weekends, and holidays. One vacancy currently exists in the Department of Public Utilities, Water Operations Division. An eligible list may be used to fill immediate and future vacancies for three months, with the possibility of extension at the City's discretion, up to a maximum of two years.

Incumbents must obtain a minimum Grade T3 Water Treatment Operator Certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board within two years of appointment and maintain it throughout employment in the classification. Failure to obtain or maintain the certificate is grounds for termination. This position is part of a flexibly staffed series and may advance to Water Treatment Plant Operator after obtaining the T3 certificate. Incumbents do not achieve permanent status within the classified service while in this class. Due to the work environment, participation in a medical monitoring program to ensure respiratory fitness for using required respiratory equipment is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Possession at the time of application of a valid Grade T1 Water Treatment Operator Certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board; a current copy must be uploaded with the application.
• Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License, including throughout employment in the classification.
• A current copy of the driving record must be uploaded with the application and dated no later than 11/04/2026.
• Obtain a minimum Grade T3 Water Treatment Operator Certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board within two years of appointment and maintain it throughout employment in the classification.
• Successfully pass a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint check before employment.
• Meet the physical demands of medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Pass the job-related written examination to qualify for placement on the eligible list.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of a Grade T2 Water Treatment Operator Certificate is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Train in the operation of surface water treatment facilities under the direct supervision of certified operators.
• Gain experience and obtain a minimum Grade T3 Water Treatment Operator Certificate within two years of appointment.
• Maintain the required Grade T3 certificate throughout employment in the classification.
• Work assigned shifts, which may include weekends and holidays.
• Participate in a medical monitoring program to ensure respiratory fitness for using required respiratory equipment.

What This Job Offers

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