Shift Operator, Water Treatment Plant

sidwater; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Educational Assistance

Vacation and Sick Leave

Job summary

sidwater is seeking a Shift Operator for their Water Treatment Plant in Fairfield, California. The operator will oversee water quality and operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must possess T3 and D2 certifications from the California State Water Resources Control Board and have at least two years of relevant experience. The role offers comprehensive benefits including retirement plans, health insurance, and educational assistance.

This position demands excellent teamwork, communication skills, and the ability to act swiftly during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a water treatment plant operator.
• Valid California Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to respond as a first responder during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Operate water treatment plants and monitor water quality.
• Schedule and collect water samples for analysis.
• Address water quality issues and repair plant equipment.

Skills

Reading and interpreting gauges

Conducting plant repair work

Communication and interpersonal skills

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

California State Water Resources Control Board Level T-3

California State Water Resources Control Board Level D-2

Tools

Various tools for plant repair

Job description

Shift Operator, Water Treatment Plant

Solano Irrigation District is seeking candidates to join the M&I Operations team as a Shift Operator, Water Treatment Plant. Candidates must hold a California State Water Resources Control Board certification in Treatment at level T3 or higher, and a certification in Distribution at level D2 or higher.

Responsibilities

The Shift Operator operates water treatment plants and is responsible for water quality and monitoring of all district facilities that deliver and/or distribute potable water. Responsibilities include scheduling and collecting water samples for analysis, taking active action in customer service and public relations, addressing water quality issues, conducting minor and major plant repair work, and acting as a first responder during emergency situations and after‑hours events.

Schedule

• Regular work hours: Monday to Friday, 8‑hour day shift (6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.) with rotating standby duty and weekend work.
• Standby duty: Monday to Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. the following day, available to respond to urgent issues or emergencies outside of regular business hours.
• Weekend work: Saturday and Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., monitoring operations, responding to incidents, and ensuring smooth running of critical tasks.

Salary Information

Salary range $150,000 – $160,000 (equivalent to $44.19 – $60.82 per hour) based on number of qualifying licenses and certifications. Candidates with base certifications (T3 and D2) will be placed at the entry level.

• California State Water Resources Control Board Level D-3
• California State Water Resources Control Board Level T-4

Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting gauges and recording devices.
• Experience conducting minor and major plant repair work using a variety of tools.
• California State Water Resources Control Board Treatment Level T‑3 and Distribution Level D‑2 certifications.
• Two (2) years of work experience performing the functions of a water treatment plant operator.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid California Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness and ability to act as a first responder during emergency situations and to be available for after‑hours events.
• Residence within 30 minutes’ travel time of the District’s boundaries.

Applicants who do not meet all listed qualifications but possess similar experience or skills are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Retirement: Solano Irrigation District participates in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
  • Classic CalPERS Members: benefits include equivalency of 2%@60 formula, final compensation based on the monthly average of the highest 36 consecutive months, credit for unused sick leave, 7% employee contribution.
  • New CalPERS Members: benefits include equivalency of 2%@62 formula, final compensation based on a three‑year period, credit for unused sick leave, 6.75% employee contribution.
• Retiree Health Insurance: eligible after 10 years of full‑time service.
• Deferred Compensation: 457 plan with Employer match up to $100 per pay period.
• Health Insurance: plans include Anthem Blue Cross HMO, PPO plans, and a Kaiser Permanente plan. District pays a portion of the premium for employee and dependent coverage.
• Dental Insurance: Delta Dental provider; District pays full premium for employees and dependents.
• Vision Insurance: VSP provider; District pays full premium for employees and dependents.
• Life Insurance: benefit equals 2x annual base salary rounded to the next higher $1,000, up to $300,000; premium paid by the District.
• Educational Assistance: District reimburses up to $850 per calendar year for eligible expenses.
• Flexible Spending Account: tax‑deferred payments for dependent care, health care, and certain benefit premiums.
• Vacation and Sick Leave: vacation accrues bi‑weekly at 80 hours per year during the first year; employees accrue 12 days of sick leave per year, calculated bi‑weekly.
• Holidays: 11 scheduled holidays and 2 floating holidays per calendar year.