Treatment Plant Operator II (La-057-24E), Whittier

JOB POSTING

The Sanitation Districts own and operate one of the largest wastewater recycling programs in the world. We have a long history of providing affordable, high-quality recycled water to help meet the water supply needs within the Sanitation Districts' service area.

Our water reclamation facilities produce treated and disinfected recycled water, most of which essentially meets drinking water standards. Each day, the Sanitation Districts produce recycled water that is a safe, affordable and drought-resilient resource for residents and businesses.

This water is used for industrial, commercial and recreational applications such as groundwater replenishment, agriculture irrigation, industrial processes, and irrigation of parks and schools. We are proud to be recognized as a leader in water recycling and contribute towards a more sustainable Southern California.

NOTICE OF EXTERNAL JOB OPPORTUNITY

POSTING #LA-057-24E

TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR II

LOCATION:

WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, WATER RECLAMATION PLANTS SECTION, UPSTREAM OPERATIONS, SAN JOSE CREEK WATER RECLAMATION PLANT, WHITTIER

Note: The current vacancy is a roving position.

Employees in this position are required to work various schedules and shifts. Employees who work a swing shift are paid a bonus equivalent to five and one half percent (5.5%) for each hour worked and employees who work a graveyard shift are paid a bonus equivalent to eight and one half percent (8.5%) for each hour worked.

Future vacancies that occur in the locations listed above may be filled from this posting.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To lead a crew, coordinate and participate in water reclamation operations functions of a crew at a wastewater treatment plant.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of a Supervisor of Treatment Plant Operations, incumbents lead other operators and perform the more difficult operational duties, including touring assigned area to ensure that all stations are functioning properly; specifying and reviewing work procedures; providing instructions or training to maintain efficiency, safety and technical adequacy; implementing special operating orders; checking operating logs and charts for proper entries and evaluating instrument readings; evaluating laboratory data to ensure plant operation is within prescribed parameters; reporting plant irregularities or needed repairs and recommending corrective action; assigning and overseeing workers performing routine plant maintenance; ordering parts and supplies; training other crew members; keeping employee time records; scheduling and conducting plant tours; participating in the work of the crew; performing basic maintenance duties; driving to other work sites; and performing related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must possess a valid California Class C driver license, a high school diploma or equivalent (passing an approved General Educational Development Test, or obtaining a Certificate of Proficiency issued by the Board of Education in accordance with section 48412 of the Education Code) due to the California State certification requirements

• AND- a Grade III, or higher, Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board by date of appointment

• AND- Two and a half years of experience performing full-time qualifying treatment plant operator duties.

NOTE: Applicants must be able to provide annual evidence of medical fitness.

EXAMPLES OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

The competitive selection process may cover Knowledge of: The principles of operation and maintenance of sewage treatment and sludge disposal plants and equipment; safe work practices; various sewage treatment and sludge processing techniques and the results to be obtained at the various stages; chemical/biological reactions in the process; and principles and practices of supervision and training.

The Ability to: Interpret plant instruments and analyze laboratory data to recommend or make proper adjustments; maintain records and prepare reports; schedule, evaluate and provide technical guidance to others; operate any assigned area of the treatment plant; and coordinate operational activities of a treatment plant.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SELECTION PROCESS:

• All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.

• The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 50% and/or an interview weighted at 50%.

• Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.

Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment application.

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NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related pre-employment physical, as well as a reference check, background, check, DMV report, and a drug test.

To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Luz Avila at lavila@lacsd.org or (562) 908-4288 extension 1329.

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.