Wastewater Operator I — Growth, Certification Pay & Tuition

City of Oxnard; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational incentive

Tuition reimbursement

Certification pay

Job summary

The City of Oxnard's Wastewater Division seeks a Wastewater Operator I to join the operations team, working with Maintenance, Collections, and Laboratory staff to monitor and operate treatment facilities. Under general supervision, the Operator I performs semi-skilled and skilled duties including sampling, testing, logs, and routine maintenance, with a 24/7 plant schedule.

This entry-level role supports the city's public works mission and offers opportunities for educational incentives and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of treatment plant operations experience.
• Ability to obtain required California certifications within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant and field processes and alarms for control.
• Keep operation logs and readings.
• Collect samples and perform routine tests.
• Perform general maintenance and housekeeping.
• Operate and monitor plant equipment as assigned.

Skills

Process monitoring

Data logging

Sample collection

Maintenance tasks

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Oxnard's Wastewater Division seeks a Wastewater Operator I to join the operations team, working with Maintenance, Collections, and Laboratory staff to monitor and operate treatment facilities. Under general supervision, the Operator I performs semi-skilled and skilled duties including sampling, testing, logs, and routine maintenance, with a 24/7 plant schedule.

This entry-level role supports the city's public works mission and offers opportunities for educational incentives and