Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III-V

Overview

This position is open until filled, with the first review of candidates scheduled for April 3, 2026, or until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been received, whichever occurs sooner. Therefore, we encourage you to apply early.

The Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III-V position in the Operations Department. This recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

Under supervision performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks associated with the operation and maintenance of the District’s wastewater treatment plant; monitors treatment plant system operations; responds to alarms; collects and analyzes water samples; and maintains and submits a variety of State documents and records.

This position is open until filled, with the first review of candidates scheduled for April 3, 2026, or until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been received, whichever occurs sooner. Therefore, we encourage you to apply early.

The Human Resources Department is currently accepting applications for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III-V position in the Operations Department. This recruitment may be used to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

Under supervision performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks associated with the operation and maintenance of the District’s wastewater treatment plant; monitors treatment plant system operations; responds to alarms; collects and analyzes water samples; and maintains and submits a variety of State documents and records.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator – Grade III - This is the Grade III journey level in Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator series. It is distinguished from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator – Grade II by the ability to perform the full range of duties assigned including serving as shift operator for the District’s most complex systems. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Grade II level once the appropriate certification level is obtained.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator – Grade IV – This is the Grade IV journey level in the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator series. It is distinguished from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator – Grade III by the possession of a Wastewater Treatment Operators Grade IV certificate. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Grade III level once the appropriate certification level is obtained.

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator – Grade V – This is the Grade V journey level in the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator series. It is distinguished from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator – Grade IV by the possession of a Wastewater Treatment Operators Grade V certificate. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the Grade IV level once the appropriate certification level is obtained.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives direction from the Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Supervisor. May exercise technical supervision over less certified Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators.

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

• Reads meters, gauges, charts and instruments associated with the monitoring of operations; ensures proper processing of wastewater to meet local, State and Federal regulations; makes adjustments to treatment processes as necessary to ensure proper wastewater standards.
• Operates pumps, valves and other equipment by hand, mechanical and program parameter (PLCs) to regulate the flow of wastewater through various treatment processes; maintains flow to assure maximum efficiency of plant equipment.
• Takes samples of wastewater and other materials at established times; runs laboratory tests as needed. Inspects plant equipment and remote facilities and reports any failures or operating difficulties;…