Water Treatment Plant Operator-In-Training

Water Otter Job Board; Fresno (CA); In loco; USD 52.000 - 66.000; Tempo pieno

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Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Retirement plan

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Holidays

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The City of Fresno invites applicants for the Water Treatment Plant Operator-In-Training role in the Water Operations Division. This training class prepares incumbents to learn the duties of a Water Treatment Plant Operator and gain experience toward the T3 certificate, with opportunities to work various shifts, including holidays and weekends.

Selected candidates must complete a department interview and DOJ fingerprinting.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T1, required at time of application.
• California Class C Driver's License required and driving record uploaded at time of application.
• Must pass department interview and DOJ fingerprint prior to employment.
• Water Treatment Operator Grade T2 desirable; must obtain Grade T3 within 2 years.

Conoscenze

Mathematical calculations

Meter reading

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T1

California Class C Driver's License

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Position Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Water Treatment Plant Operator-In-Training is the training class for candidates qualified to learn the duties of a Water Treatment Plant Operator. Incumbents undergo training in the operation of surface water treatment facilities under the direct supervision of certified operators, while gaining experience to qualify for a T3 Water Treatment Operator Certificate. Incumbents may be assigned to work any shift and may be required to work holidays and weekends.

One vacancy currently exists in the Department of Public Utilities, Water Operations Division. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are necessary to safely, effectively, and efficiently perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. This classification’s physical demands involve medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical demands may be required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, walking.

THE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and do not assure placement on the eligible list:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Possession at time of application of a valid Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T1, from the State Water Resources Control Board. A current copy of valid Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T1, from the State Water Resources Control Board is required to be uploaded at time of application.
• Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at time of application. A current copy of driving record is required to be uploaded at time of application, dated no later than 11/04/2026.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at time of application and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification.

The selected eligible candidates will be required to successfully pass a department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Possession of a Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T2 is highly desirable.

Incumbents must obtain a minimum of Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T3, from the State Water Resources Control Board within the two (2) years of appointment. Failure to obtain the Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T3, within two (2) years of appointment and maintain throughout the entire term of employment will be cause for termination from this classification.

This class is in a flexibly-staffed series, which allows incumbents to flex to the Water Treatment Plant Operator after obtaining the Water Treatment Operator Certificate, Grade T3.

While in the class, incumbents will not achieve permanent status within the classified service, as defined in Fresno Municipal Code Section 3-202(p)(5).

Due to the nature of the work environment, the incumbent is required to participate in a medical monitoring program to ensure respiratory fitness for using required respiratory equipment.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

The examination process may consist of the following:

Written Examination: 100%: A job-related written examination will be administered which may test a candidate's knowledge of basic tools, ability to perform mathematical calculations, follow written instructions and read meters and gauges correctly. Candidates must achieve a passing score on the written examination to qualify for placement on the eligible list.

The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of December 14, 2026.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at [phone] in advance of the examination.

3% Salary Increase, effective June 14, 2027

Bargaining Unit 1

Non-Supervisory Blue Collar

International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers Local 39

BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE

Accrue 8 - 15 hours per month based on years of service available after 6 months.

SICK LEAVE

8 hours per month, available after 90 days

HOLIDAYS

10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY

Provided through California SDI program

BILINGUAL PREMIUM

$100 per month upon approved certification

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK

40 hours per fiscal year.

80 hours lifetime maximum accrual.

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

City contracted uniform service, cost shared 50/50

Safety Shoe voucher - $250 / $300

Prescription Safety Glasses - Reimbursement up to $125

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 100 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT -

City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program)

An optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#benefits

Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.

Closing Date/Time: 11/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific