Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator -II

Dublin San Ramon Services District is recruiting to fill one (1) Regular, full-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I-II position in the Plant Operations division of the Operations department. This position may be filled at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II level.

Under direct or general supervision, learns and performs a variety of operations, control, and maintenance functions in support of the District's wastewater treatment plant, DERWA and LAVWMA facilities including SCADA, micro-filter, reverse osmosis, and ultra-violet systems; regulates influent and effluent flows within the system; demonstrates a full understanding of all applicable policies and work methods associated with assigned duties; assists with basic laboratory testing an sample collection;

and performs other related duties, as assigned.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who is reliable, proactive and eager to learn new skills in a technical, hands-on environment. A commitment to safety and the ability to follow established procedures are essential. They will have one or more years of experience working in a wastewater treatment plant or similar industrial setting. Possession of a California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification Grade I or higher is desirable.

Receives direct supervision from the assigned supervisor. Receives functional and technical direction and training from a higher‑level Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. Exercises no direct supervision over staff.

To see a full list of the essential functions and duties of the positions, please view the class specifications below.

One (1) year of responsible work experience at a wastewater treatment plant facility working with pumps, motors, and other mechanical equipment.

Two (2) years of responsible work comparable to that of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I with the Dublin San Ramon Services District. Possession of a Class C Driver's License required by the State of California, Department of Motor Vehicles, to perform the duties of the position. Continued maintenance of said driver's license in compliance with established District vehicle operation standards, and the ability to be insured for the operation of a vehicle/District vehicle in accordance with the terms and conditions of the District's insurance program are conditions of continuing employment.

The CSRMA driving standards are included herein by reference.

Possession and maintenance of California State Water Resources Control Board Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade I certification within eighteen (18) months of appointment.

Possession and maintenance of California State Water Resources Control Board Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II certification is required upon appointment.

Incumbents in this class are required to participate in the District's Shave-on-Demand policy when required to wear respiratory protection or other safety equipment.

Work overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift work as assigned.

All Dublin San Ramon Services District employees are, by State and Federal law, Disaster Service Workers. The roles and responsibilities for Disaster Service Workers are authorized by the California Emergency Services Act and are defined in the California Labor Code. In the event of a declaration of emergency, any employee of the District may be assigned to perform activities which promote the protection of public health and…