Wastewater Operator - Clovis, CA

Market Water

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

Jacobs is searching for a dynamic Wastewater Operator to join our team in Clovis, CA. In this role, you'll work under the general direction of the Chief Plant Operator, responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance and repair of the wastewater / water treatment plant equipment, pump stations and performs related work as required.

• Observes all on-the-job safety regulations.
• Operates valves, pumps, and gates manually through local control center.
• Maintains facilities, office building, vehicles, equipment and pump stations for the wastewater operation.
• Observes variations in operating conditions, records meter, sensor and gauge readings.
• Performs routine in-plant lab sampling and analysis; conducts inspections and collects samples for system operations.
• Makes routine rounds of assigned process areas and records operating data such as run times, chemical usage, flows and other process information.
• Records operating data in shift logs and perform mathematical calculations.
• Performs maintenance, and repair work as necessary.
• Responds to wastewater / water collection system emergencies.
• Prepares technical and administrative reports as requested.
• Maintains logs and prepares other required reports as needed.
• Performs necessary process control adjustments.
• Responsible for general housekeeping of job sites, work areas and other areas as assigned including heavy labor as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

• One (1) to Four (4) years' experience in wastewater / water treatment operations
• State of California Grade III Wastewater Treatment certificate
• Ability to meet risk management guidelines is required
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of collection system operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize the materials, methods, tools and equipment used in the construction, maintenance and operation of wastewater treatment systems.
• Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to wastewater system operations.
• Knowledge and ability to analyze data and maintain computer records.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform standard laboratory sampling and testing.
• Available for stand‑by duty and emergencies as needed.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals and / or SOPs.
• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as chemical dosing, flow calculations, pipe or tank capacity.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and factual variables
• Must have and maintain a valid CA Driver's License with no major infractions

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associates degree in a related field is preferred
• Preferred SWRCB Grade II or higher Wastewater / Water Treatment Certification as required by facility being operated

The work area can involve a working environment indoors, as well as outdoors, which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be required. Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces,…