Description
MILITARY VETERANS
As a Water Treatment Plant Operator I, you will be responsible for assisting the Water Treatment Plant Operators in the daily operation of the Jensen Water Treatment Plant processes and all associated facilities, structures, and equipment. Additional duties include: adjust processes to meet system demands and water quality goals; complete necessary reports; and use computer programs for timekeeping, record-keeping and project tracking.
The Jensen plant has a total capacity of 750 MGD and is the second largest water treatment plant in the United States. It utilizes conventional treatment with tri media filtration and disinfection by ozone, chlorine, and chloramines. The plant processes and associated facilities are monitored through a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system.
Expectations of Hours of Service, Emergency and Stand-by Service: Employees in this position may be required to work rotating shifts and/or stand-by service to address operational needs and emergencies as required. May be required to work extended periods away from the normal reporting location. Must be able to work rotating shifts.
Work Schedule: 12.5-hour day and night shifts on a rotational basis. Working on holidays may also be required. Please note, at times the District may change employees on a 12.5 hour shift schedule to a 4-10 schedule (four consecutive 10 – hour day shifts).
This job announcement has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification / job.
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EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate (HSEC) and two years of water related experience or one year experience working at surface water treatment plant.
Relevant Experience is defined as:The operation or monitoring of any combination of the following water systems: potable water treatment plant, potable water distribution system, wastewater treatment plant, wastewater distribution system, recycled water treatment plant, recycled water distribution system.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
License(s): Valid California Class C Driver’s License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment.
Certificate(s):
- State of California Water Treatment Certification Grade II (Required at time of application)
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus Certification