Operator II, III, or IV

Sacbar; Ojai, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ojai Valley Sanitary District invites applications for a Collection System Operator II–IV to perform cleaning, maintenance, repair, and construction of wastewater collection lines, with overtime, standby duty, and some weekend availability.

Candidates must have a valid Class B California Driver's License and CWEA Grade II–IV Wastewater Certification; experience level determines pay band. The District offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Education/experience sufficient for wastewater collection roles.
• Two years of experience in wastewater collection systems or related field.
• CWEA certifications required at II/III/IV levels as applicable.
• Must possess a valid Class B California Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance on wastewater collection facilities, including cleaning, repairs, and CCTV.
• Operate heavy machinery to perform line cleaning, debris removal, and related tasks.
• Prepare and maintain reports and records related to duties and activities; communicate with staff and outside entities.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

CCTV inspection

Valid Class B Driver's License

Leadership potential

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CWEA Grade II Certification

CWEA Grade III Certification

CWEA Grade IV Certification

Job description

($44.41-$73.21/hour)

(Depending Upon Qualifications)

The District is seeking to fill one vacant Collection System Operator position. This position will be filled at an Operator II, III, or IV level depending on experience and qualifications.

The Ojai Valley Sanitary District (District) provides sanitary sewer service, collection & treatment, for residents of the City of Ojai and the unincorporated Ojai Valley.

This position performs cleaning, maintenance, repair, and construction of wastewater collection lines at levels ranging from a journey- level Operator to an advanced journey-level Operator performing more complex and difficult repair and maintenance activities required. An Operator III or IV may functionally lead less experienced Operators. Operators of all levels operate under the supervision of the Collection System/Treatment Plant Operations Manager. In all Operator levels, as experience and skill increase, less supervision is required to perform the more complex tasks. This position requires frequent overtime, emergency call-outs, regularly scheduled standby duty, and some weekend availability.

Candidate must have the experience, knowledge, and ability to:

Perform skilled and semi-skilled advanced preventive and corrective maintenance on wastewater collection facilities including cleaning, repairs, and CCTV; Participate in construction, maintenance, and repair work involving the wastewater collection system; Operate heavy machinery to perform line cleaning, root control operations, debris removal, and disinfection operations; Provide technical information and assistance to management staff regarding assigned functions; assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures, and programs; Prepare and maintain a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to duties and assigned activities; Communicate with other staff, personnel, and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information.

Possession of a valid Class B California Drivers License and a driving record acceptable to District insurance carrier. Education equivalent to completion of twelfth grade or equivalent experience.

• Operator II = Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to those assigned to the Collection System Operator I in the construction or maintenance of wastewater collection systems and appurtenant equipment. Possession of a Grade II Wastewater Collection System Certification from California Water Environment Association (CWEA).
• Operator III = Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to those assigned to the Collection System Operator II in the maintenance of wastewater collection systems and appurtenant equipment. Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Collection System Certification from (CWEA).
• Operator IV = Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to those assigned to the Collection System Operator III in the maintenance of wastewater collection systems and appurparent equipment. Possession of a Grade IV Wastewater Collection System Certification from (CWEA).

EOE

**The District reserves the right to use the final candidate list to fill future vacancies of the same classification for a period of 12 months after the initial recruitment closes **

Salary/Compensation: $44.41 - $73.21 per hour