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Wastewater Plant Operator II/III
City of Vacaville Elmira, CA

Wastewater Plant Operator II/III

City of Vacaville
Elmira, CA
Expired: 11 days ago Applications are no longer accepted.
  • $93,766 to $113,973 Yearly
  • Full-Time
Job Description

ABOUT OUR JOB

The City of Vacaville - A beautiful place to live, a great place to work!

With more than 600 employees, the City of Vacaville values work-life balance and offers work schedules with every other Friday off, employee social and wellness activities, casual dress days, competitive pay, generous benefits and a substantial retirement package.

Contribute to our vibrant community and join our team!


The City of Vacaville is accepting applications for the position of Wastewater Plant Operator II/III in the Utilities Department. Currently, the department has one (1) vacancy, and this recruitment will also serve to establish an eligibility list for additional Wastewater Plant Operator II/III vacancies that may occur during the life of the eligibility list, which is typically 12 months.

The Wastewater Plant Operator (WWPO) II/III classification is flexibly staffed and may be filled at either the II or III level, depending on the qualifications of the candidates and the needs of the department.

Salary and Benefits Information
WWPO II - $85,261 - $103,635/annually
WWPO III - $93,766 - $113,973/annually

Working for the City of Vacaville comes with an excellent benefits package including:

  • Medical Insurance at affordable rates - City covers up to 85% of Kaiser Premium, other plans are also available
  • Vision and Dental Insurance monthly premiums covered 100% by the City
  • Paid sick leave, vacation leave, thirteen holidays and two floating holidays a year
  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
  • Deferred compensation plan with City contribution, no employee match required
  • California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) plan enrollment and Retiree Health Savings account
  • *Wastewater Plant Operators are entitled to shift differential
  • *Enhanced vacation accrual maximum for Wastewater Plant Operators to 476 hours.
*Please see our generous benefits package here.*
Wastewater Plant Operators assist in the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Easterly Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and related facilities such as sewer lift stations. Easterly WWTP is a 15 MGD (million gallon per day) Class V Tertiary Activated Sludge Treatment Plant. Easterly is a 24-hour facility and all Wastewater Plant Operators are required to work various shifts and schedules.
The Wastewater Plant Operator II is the journey-level classification and requires a Grade II certificate. The Wastewater Plant Operator III is the advanced journey-level classification and requires a Grade III certificate (and a Class B driver's license, within 24 months of appointment).

Wastewater Plant Operator II/III is considered a flexibly staffed position, which means that employees may be eligible to promote to the next level upon obtaining the appropriate certification and experience.

For additional information and a complete job description, visit our website at www.cityofvacaville.com.

ABOUT YOU
The ideal candidate for this position will:
  • Have the ability to safely operate, repair and maintain wastewater facilities
  • Have knowledge of computer applications relevant to wastewater operations control
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Wastewater Plant Operator II: One (1) year of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator.

License and Certification:

  • A valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are required.
  • A Grade II certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) plus any other state-mandated certification is required.
Progressively responsible experience at a Class III (or higher) conventional activated sludge plant and/or possession of a Grade III (or higher) certificate, as well as continuous pursuit of higher level certifications, is highly desirable.

Wastewater Plant Operator III: Two (2) years of experience performing the functions of a wastewater treatment plant operator.

License and Certification:

  • A valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are required.
  • A Grade III certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) plus any other state-mandated certification is required.
  • Within 12 months of appointment, must obtain licensing adequate to maintain compliance with all state and federal requirements for hazardous materials handling and transport. Current licensing requirement is: California Commercial Class C Driver's License (with hazardous material endorsement). Department of Motor Vehicle age restrictions may apply.
  • Within 24 months of appointment, a California Class B Driver's License is required.

Progressively responsible experience at a Class III (or higher) conventional activated sludge plant and/or possession of a Grade IV (or higher) certificate, as well as continuous pursuit of higher level certifications, is highly desirable.

Continued maintenance of licenses and certificates, plus any other state-mandated certifications, is a condition of continued employment (all levels).

Other Requirements: Must be willing to work any day and shift within a 24-hour period.

ABOUT EVERYTHING ELSE
A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by the Human Resources Department at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 prior to 5:30 p.m., Monday, May 6, 2024.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.com. Application packets may also be requested in person at the Human Resources Department or by calling (707) 449-5101.

Resumes are encouraged as a supplement but cannot be accepted in lieu of a completed application packet.

IMPORTANT: Contact with candidates will primarily be via email. Make sure you list a current email that you check regularly with your application.

For ADA information and other Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.

Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete the pre-placement process for this position before a final offer will be extended. Pre-placement assessments for this position include: education and employment verification, Livescan (FBI/DOJ fingerprint review), DMV record review, drug screen and medical exam.

Address

City of Vacaville

Elmira, CA
95625 USA

Industry

Energy and Environment

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