Plant Operator I​/Ii​/Iii

Plant Operator I/II/III )

City of Simi Valley – 1 day ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Base pay range: $30.80/hr – $47.24/hr

Location: 600 West Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley, CA 93065

• Operate and maintain plant equipment.
• Perform adjustments and repairs.
• Collect and document samples for laboratory testing.
• Support related duties as assigned.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to the safe and efficient operation of essential city services while growing your career in public works.

• Full‑time regular position.
• 9/80 work schedule with alternating Monday or Friday off.
• Optional overtime may be available.
• Pay ranges for advanced-level positions:
  • Plant Operator I – $30.80 – $39.37 per hour
  • Plant Operator II – $33.64 – $42.95 per hour
  • Plant Operator III – $37.03 – $47.24 per hour

• Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in water or wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Experience: Experience commensurate with each grade level of certification as required by the State of California, which includes some coursework in the area of assignment.

• Wastewater:
  Possession of a Grade I, II, or III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
• All Positions:
  Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license. Positions in wastewater require a Class B driver’s license within 12 months of employment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid CPR certificate.

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• Retirement/Pension:
  • 2% @ 55 CalPERS formula for Classic members.
  • 4th Level Survivor Benefit.
  • 2% @ 62 CalPERS formula for New members.
  • 457(b) plan with a Roth option.
  • City contribution of $20.00 per paycheck and match up to $50 per paycheck.
  • City does not participate in the Social Security system; no FICA deduction except Medicare.
• Health Insurance:
  • Medical premiums covered at 100% for most plans, including family coverage.
  • Coverage available as early as the first day following start date.
  • Various PPO and HMO plans available through the CalPERS Health Program.
  • City contributes $158.00 per month and up to $2,387.04 per month in "Simiflex Dollars" towards medical costs.
  • "Simiflex Dollars" can offset medical, dental, vision insurance or other optional benefits.
• Paid Leave:
  • 5.2 weeks of AL (Annual Leave) per year at start; accrual increases at 5 and 10 years of service.
  • Cash out option available after one year of service.
  • 11 paid holidays per year and one floating holiday per year.
• Prescription Drug Plan: Major retail options and mail order program.
• Paid Dental Insurance: HMO and PPO options from Delta Dental; fully covered by the city for family coverage.
• Vision Insurance: VSP; costs $1.46 per month for family coverage.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Allows employees to set aside pre‑tax dollars for out‑of‑pocket health and dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and referral service; up to 8 free consultations for employees and all household members.
• Optional Insurance from AFLAC: Includes accident, cancer, hospital and critical care plans.
• Employee & Dependent Life Insurance: $101,000 employee coverage and $5,000 dependent coverage at city expense.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,600 per year.

Special Instructions:
Click apply and attach a current resume. Only the boxes marked with a star/asterisk (*) and the supplemental questionnaire must be completed.

Recruitment is reviewing applications on a rolling basis. The position may close at any time or when 50 applications are received.

• Applications evaluated based on education, training, and experience related to the position.
• Evaluation of supplemental questions; rater(s) will not have access to your name or resume.
• Eligibility list determined by supplemental questions.
• Additional testing (written, oral panel interviews, department level interviews) may occur.
• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must submit DD214 with application.
• All offers of employment contingent upon background investigation, pre‑employment physical or drug screen, professional references, degree or certification verification, and 5‑year employment verification.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing.

City of Simi Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging workforce diversity.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Manufacturing and Production
• Industries:
  Manufacturing