AWP Operator, Lead

San Diego County Water Authority; Santee (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Padre Dam and the East County Advanced Water Purification Program seeks a Certified Operator to fill a lead role at our state-of-the-art Advanced Water Purification Facility.

As an AWP Operator – Lead, you will train on, monitor, and operate a 16 MGD WRRF and related facilities, direct the work of other operators, maintain shift logs, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to securing local drinking water through advanced treatment technology.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Three years of related repair and maintenance experience.
• Dual WW 3 and AWTO 3 certifications within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor a 16 MGD Class 5 Water Recycling Facility and related facilities.
• Direct the work of AWP Operator staff within the shift and maintain mandatory logs.
• Ensure facility compliance and address regulatory requirements, documenting activities.

Skills

SCADA monitoring

Process control

Hands-on operations

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Are you someone who values teamwork, is motivated by continuous learning, and is looking for a position that offers career development and professional growth?

Padre Dam and the East County Advanced Water Purification Program is seeking a Certified Operator to fill a critical, lead role at our state-of-the-art Advanced Water Purification Facility.

We are seeking candidates that currently hold aSWRCB Wastewater Treatment Plant Grade 3 certificate(or higher) for an AWP Operator – Lead position. Employees in this position play a vital role in protecting our water resources while working in a collaborative, safety driven environment. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, certified wastewater professional who is comfortable with hands on plant operations, SCADA monitoring, sampling, and process control in a 24/7 facility.

Be part of the future of water sustainability by working with our state-of-the-art, four-step advanced purification technology that transforms recycled water into quality drinking water source. As an AWP Operator (Lead), you will directly impact the community by helping generate 30% of East County’s water supply, thus reducing reliance on imported water through true environmental innovation. If you are passionate about water quality and ready to make an impact every day.

To learn more about the East County Advanced Water Purification Program, Click Here: https://eastcountyawp.com/

Initial Application Review will occur during the Week of September 28th.

The selected candidate is eligible for appointment within the following Salary Grade:

Salary Grade 27L – $47.88 – 67.78

Essential Duties:

AWP Operators are responsible for training on, commissioning, monitoring, maintaining, and operating a 16 MGD Class 5 Water Recycling Facility (WRF), associated Solids Handling Facility (SHF), Energy Recovery Facilities, a 12.5 MGD AWP Facility, appurtenant wastewater pump stations and conveyance facilities, product water pump station and conveyance facilities, and remote dechlorination facility; ensuring customers receive adequate recycled and purified water without health risks; and any other duties as assigned.

As an AWP Operator – Lead, an employee is responsible for making day-to-day process adjustments to maintain operational parameters set forth by the AWP Operations Manager or AWP Operations Supervisor. Additionally, this position is expected to direct the work of AWP Operator employees within their assigned workgroup, maintain mandatory shift operations logs, and assume full responsibility for facility compliance in the absence of the AWP Operations Manager and AWP Operations Supervisor, including but not limited to monitoring operations, addressing regulatory issues, and maintaining required documentation.

To view the complete job classification description for this position, click here: https://padredam.org/DocumentCenter/View/6466/AWP-Operator—AWP?bidId=

Knowledge, Skills, Training, Experience & Licensing:

Training/Experience Required:(position requirements at entry)

1. High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.); AND
2. Three years of related basic repair and maintenance experience; OR
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed in the job description.

Licensing Requirements:

1. Valid California Driver’s License; AND
2. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade 3 certificate or higher from the State of California; AND
3. CWEA/AWWA Advanced Water Treatment Operator (AWTO) Grade 3 certificate within 12-months of hire date.

NOTE: Salary Grade 27L is an assigned lead position and requires an employee to hold dual certification (WW 3 and AWTO 3)