WASTEWATER OPERATOR II
A completed online employment application and questionnaire is REQUIRED
Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted.
You must enter all relevant work history in to this application system, resumes will NOT be considered in lieu of the required employment application information.
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under general supervision (Wastewater Operator II), performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of the City's sanitary sewer system and wastewater treatment plant.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the full journey level class within the Wastewater Operator series. This class is distinguished from the Wastewater Operator I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and they are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the I level.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
1. Operate and adjust controls on treatment plant equipment and machinery, such as valves, pumps and motors.
2. Grease and clean plant equipment; read and interpret meters and gauges; regulate plant effluent.
3. Monitor, repair, and maintain wastewater system lift stations; remove debris; disassemble and clean pumps; perform minor repairs when necessary.
4. Respond to emergency calls as needed; locate problems and operate sewer cleaning equipment to clear stoppages.
5. Collect samples and perform various lab tests.
6. Inspect and make repairs to plant equipment.
7. Perform general plant maintenance work such as sweeping, cleaning, sanding and painting of equipment and facilities.
8. Assist in operating video inspection system.
9. Perform general grounds maintenance work.
10. Rod sanitary sewers; install and repair sanitary sewer laterals and trunk lines.
11. Enter and work in permitted confined spaces and underground trenches.
12. Locate, mark and notify sewer lines per USA (underground service alert) requirements.
13. Observe and enforce safety precautions.
14. May temporarily be assigned to work with other City departments as needed.
15. Operate trucks, tractors and other motorized equipment of comparable size and complexity.
16. Perform related duties as required.
Education/Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience:
Two years experience performing duties at a level comparable to a Wastewater Operator I with the City of Ceres while in possession of a Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid Class B driver’s license.
Possession of a Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate from the California State Water Resources Control Board.
