Senior Wastewater Plant Operator

The City of San Diego; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Diego is seeking a Senior Wastewater Plant Operator to lead a crew responsible for operating and maintaining wastewater treatment facilities in compliance with regulatory standards.

The role may include adjustments to chemical feed rates, safety inspections, and training others. Candidates must hold a Grade III or higher CA Wastewater Operator Certificate and a valid CA Driver License, with proof due shortly after offer. Overtime and standby duties may be required.

Qualifications

• Valid Grade III or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State of California.
• California Class C Driver License required at time of hire.
• Candidates must show proof of driver license within ~two weeks of conditional offer.

Responsibilities

• Lead/direct a crew responsible for operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities ensuring standards are met.
• Adjust chemical feed rates for effective wastewater treatment.
• Inspect facility for safety and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and provide training on facility operations.
• Maintain operating logs and conduct facility tours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

JOB INFORMATION

Senior Wastewater Plant Operator positions lead/direct the work of a crew responsible for the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment or facilities to ensure that treatment standards are met; adjust chemical feed rates for effective wastewater treatment; interact with regulatory inspectors; inspect facility for compliance with safety and permit/regulatory requirements; develop and provide technical training on facility operations; maintain operating logs; conduct tours of facilities; and perform other duties as assigned.

See NOTES below for future wage increases and/or additional compensation opportunities.

Notes

• Employees in job classifications represented by AFSCME Local 127 are scheduled to receive the following general wage increases:
  • 3.5% effective 7/1/27
  • 2% effective 7/1/28
  • 2% effective 1/1/29
• Eligible benefitted employees originally hired on or after July 10, 2021, will be automatically enrolled in the San Diego City Employees Retirement System (SDCERS).
• Senior Wastewater Plant Operator employees may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and/or unusual shifts to manage 24/7/365 operations for which they may receive 5% additional pay.
• Senior Wastewater Plant Operator employees may be required to be on standby and work overtime on a frequent basis.

Minimum Requirements

You must meet the following requirements on the date you apply, unless otherwise indicated.

CERTIFICATION : A valid Grade III or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board.

LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License is be required at the time of hire.

Note

• Candidates will generally be required to show proof of the driver license within about two weeks of receiving a conditional job offer.