Water Reclamation Plant Operator In Training, I, II, or III

Eastern Municipal Water District is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill 2 vacancies in our Water Reclamation Department for the position of Water Reclamation Plant Operator In Training, I, II, or III. If you meet the qualifications outlined below, and you are interested in joining a dynamic business environment working with a stellar team of professionals, we encourage you to apply for this excellent employment opportunity.

CLOSING DATE & TIME: May 26, 2025 after 4:00PM Pacific Time

The purpose of this recruitment is to fill two (2) vacant positions at the San Jacinto Valley Regional Water Reclamation Facility. The positions may be filled as Water Reclamation Plant Operator in Training, I, II, or III dependent upon candidate qualifications.

Personnel in this classification are subject to on-call, which may include rotating-duty schedule, weekends and 24-hour emergency call out with little or no notice.*

Personnel in this classification are required to be within a 60-minute on-call response time radius.

*NOTE: If selected to move forward in the recruitment, in-person testing will be required.

Under immediate (OIT/I) to general (II) supervision, or (III) direction, performs a variety of duties in the operation and maintenance of the District’s water treatment facilities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a structured on-the-job training class in the Water Reclamation Plant Operator series. Incumbents follow prescribed and standardized procedures, normally under the close supervision of a higher-level operator, and refer unusual problems or questions to a supervisor or the higher-level operator. Employees may work without close supervision on a variety of regular, on-going tasks and assignments.

Water Reclamation Plant Operator in Training (OIT): This is a structured on-the-job training class in the Water Reclamation Plant Operator series. Incumbents follow prescribed and standardized procedures, normally under the close supervision of a higher-level operator, and refer unusual problems or questions to a supervisor or the higher-level operator. Employees may work without close supervision on a variety of regular, on-going tasks and assignments.

Water Reclamation Plant Operator I: This is the entry-level class in the Water Reclamation Plant Operator series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine wastewater treatment processes, laboratory tests and servicing water reclamation machinery and equipment. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied, complex, and difficult; close supervision and frequent review of work lessen as an incumbent demonstrates skill to perform the work independently. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Water Reclamation Plant Operator II level but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgment in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or patter. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise.

Water Reclamation Plant Operator II: This is the fully qualified journey-level classification in the Water Reclamation Plant Operator series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Water Reclamation Plant Operator I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Water Reclamation Plant Operator III: This is the advanced-level classification in the Water Reclamation Plant Operator series responsible for performing the most complex work assigned to the series. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex, requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment. Positions in this classification rely on experience and judgment to perform assigned duties including taking actions necessary to operate an assigned plant consistent with the mandated certifications required to do so. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives, timelines and methods to deliver services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness, appropriateness, and conformity to policy and requirements.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives immediate supervision from higher-level operators, supervisory or management staff. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

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Required Skills

Knowledge of:

Ability to:

Required Experience

Any combination of experience and education that provides the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying, along with the specific licenses/certifications as outlined below:

Experience:

Education:

Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade, supplemented by any coursework which may be required by the State of California Water Resources Control Board. (Must meet the educational requirements based on the requirements table in Title 23, Chapter 26 to be considered for the job. One completed three-unit semester course which is directly related to wastewater treatment, and which is part of the curriculum of an accredited college or university is equal to eight educational points. Completed courses which result in more or less than three units or which are quarter units rather than semester units will be credited with educational points on a proportional basis.)

Licenses/Certifications:

+ Water Reclamation Plant Operator in Training (OIT): State of California Water Resources Control Board Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade I Certificate must be obtained within fifteen (15) months form date of hire to advance to the Operator I class. + Water Reclamation Plant Operator I: State of California Water Resources Control Board Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade I Certificate. + Water Reclamation Plant Operator II: State of California Water Resources Control Board Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade II Certificate. + Water Reclamation Plant Operator III: State of California Water Resources Control Board Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade III Certificate.