Water Treatment Operator: SCADA-Driven Plant & Water Quality

Colusa Indian Community Council; Colusa (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Colusa Indian Community Council is seeking a Water Treatment Operator to oversee operation and maintenance of the tribe's water distribution and treatment systems. You will work under the Director of Public Works within the Public Works department to ensure safe, compliant water treatment and distribution operations.

Responsibilities include monitoring SCADA, logging data, and coordinating with management and contractors, while adhering to safety policies and LOTO procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of operational experience in water treatment facility.
• CA State Water Resources Control Board - Water Treatment Operator (T1) Certification and D1 certification.
• Valid California Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the water treatment plant using the SCADA interface.
• Ensure safety and PPE compliance; report accidents to management.
• Record daily plant events, logs, and lab data.
• Communicate with management and contractors about plant work.
• Maintain proper turnover of information during shift changes.
• Troubleshoot plant processes, equipment, and repair issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and Lock Out/Tag Out procedures.
• Keep the control room and plant clean and organized.
• Follow all safety policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Water treatment knowledge

Flexible schedule

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SCADA interface

Job description

Colusa Indian Community Council is seeking a Water Treatment Operator to oversee operation and maintenance of the tribe's water distribution and treatment systems. You will work under the Director of Public Works within the Public Works department to ensure safe, compliant water treatment and distribution operations.

Responsibilities include monitoring SCADA, logging data, and coordinating with management and contractors, while adhering to safety policies and LOTO procedures.