Wastewater Control Inspector II (Temporary)

East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) invites qualified employees/applicants to apply for this temporary position (up to six months) in the Source Control Section of our Wastewater Department. Primary activities of a Wastewater Control Inspector II include:

• Collecting representative samples of wastewater and water from industrial, commercial, and institutional sources.
• Determining appropriate sampling locations and methods; uses appropriate sample containers and sample preservation methods; may perform field tests on samples collected.
• Observing and recording field conditions, flow meter readings, field test results, and other data relevant to sampling conditions.
• Investigating and tracing the sources of illegal waste discharges entering EBMUD's wastewater collection system.
• Performing a variety of well-defined physical, chemical, biological, and bacteriological tests on the samples collected.
• Preparing a variety of written, oral, tabular, and graphic reports which often require calculations.
• Preparing data for entry into data processing systems; reviewing computer generated reports for errors and corrections.
• Contacting industrial, commercial, and institutional accounts to obtain access, observe processes, obtain samples, and investigate complaints.
• Explaining EBMUD's wastewater source control program to industry and institutional representatives, persons from other agencies, and the public; explaining procedures and policies related to discharge permit, monitoring, charges, enforcement, etc.
• Operating, cleaning, and performing routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory and sampling equipment.

EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.1.A high school diploma or its equivalent and two years of experience in chemical or biological laboratory work or work providing a knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, supplemented by satisfactory completion of college level laboratory or wastewater technology courses; or one year as a Wastewater Control Inspector I with EBMUD.2.Must possess a valid California driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record.3.Must possess physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the class, including sufficient strength to move manhole covers weighing 60 pounds and sufficient swimming ability to enter the water fully clothed and stay afloat at least five minutes. 4.Must be willing to work weekends, holidays or off-hour shifts as required. Must be willing to work overtime as needed.5.May be required to be clean shaven on a scheduled basis as required to wear respiratory protection equipment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the "equivalent combination of education and experience" provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.Visit www.ebmud.com to submit your EBMUD application online by Friday, February 27, 2026. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. Application materials faxed, mailed or delivered to EBMUD will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to clearly specify your experience. Applicants presenting the best combination of job-related qualifications will be reviewed for further consideration.

NOTE:

The recruitment for this temporary position will not result in the establishment of a civil service list.

All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.

As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as "see application" or "see resume" instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.