Water Treatment Operator

WESA; Lake Elsinore (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WESA is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Operator in California to update, monitor, and maintain plant equipment and systems ensuring proper wastewater treatment. The role supports compliance with state regulations and involves routine maintenance across treatment facilities.

The ideal candidate will be a quick thinker with integrity, capable of working independently and as part of a team, and possess at least a high school diploma with specialized training in wastewater operations.

Qualifications

• Education level equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade with specialized training in wastewater treatment plant operations or related field.
• Must possess a valid California Driver's License.
• Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Update, monitor, and maintain a variety of mechanical equipment and systems regulating wastewater flow and treatment.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable regulations for maintenance and operation of wastewater treatment facilities.
• Perform routine maintenance on treatment plant equipment and grounds.

Skills

Team player

Initiative & creativity

Independent worker

Compliance-minded

Integrity

Education

High school diploma with wastewater ops training

California Driver's License

Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate

Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate

Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate

Job description

The Wastewater Treatment Operator OIT/I/II/III will update, monitor, and maintain a variety of mechanical equipment and systems which regulate the flow and treatment of wastewater for the District's treatment facilities. The selected operator will (under general direction) perform routine maintenance on treatment plant equipment and grounds, assist in ensuring compli-ance with applicable regulations for the maintenance and operation of a wastewater treatment facilities and perform related duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Will act with integrity and in accordance with the accepted ethical standards of the District and applicable laws and regu-lations.
• Is an engaging team player, looking out for the common good of the organization as well as seeks to bring new ideas and innovative thinking to the Wastewater Department.
• Is a quick thinker, who displays initiative and creativity in their work, as well as works independently, performing a varie-ty of complex, technical, and problem solving activities.
• Possesses an education level equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in wastewater treatment plant operations or a related field.
• Must possess a valid, appropriate California Driver's License.
• Possession of a valid Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate or higher is highly desirable.

Wastewater Treatment OIT :

• Successfully pass the Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate and obtain the Grade I certification, within the first 12 months, as issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.

Wastewater Treatment Operator I:

• Must possess 1 year of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater Treatment facility.
• Must possess a valid Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Re-sources Control Board.

Wastewater Treatment Operator II:

• Must possess 2 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater Treatment facility.
• Must possess a valid Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.

Wastewater Treatment Operator III:

• Must possess 3 years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility.
• Must possess a valid Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.

Typically, a Wastewater Operator may be considered for advancement to the next higher classification level after demonstrating proficiency to perform all the major duties assigned to the class, in addition to meeting other predetermined criteria, as set forth in the job description.