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City of Bakersfield

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I/II

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A Water Treatment Specialist or Waste Water Operator operates and monitors equipment in facilities that treat wastewater. Monitors treatment processes so that water is cleaned to meet public health and environmental standards and is safe for drinking or releasing into the environment.

$75,656 / year median in California

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

I:
Under direct supervision, monitors wastewater treatment plant processes; performs routine laboratory tests, and a variety of semiskilled and skilled tasks, including making repairs and adjustments to equipment in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant; and performs related duties as assigned.
II:
Under general supervision, monitors wastewater treatment plant processes; performs routine laboratory tests, and a variety of semiskilled and skilled tasks, including making repairs and adjustments to equipment in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant; and performs related duties as assigned. The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of the position's essential duties. They are descriptive, not limiting.
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Full job descriptions:
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the
COMPLETED
application & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D.; AND One (1) year experience in semiskilled construction work, equipment maintenance, industrial plant or process operation and/or industrial plant maintenance. Possession of an Operator-in-Training Certificate Grade I (or higher), issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) must be obtained prior to expiration of the six (6) month probationary period. Must pass the examination for Grade I Certificate administered by the SWRCB no later than one (1) year after date of hire. Incumbents are required to obtain a Grade II Certificate (or higher), no later than two (2) years after attaining the Grade I Certificate. Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license required Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II , in addition to the above, must possess: Required experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants necessary to obtain a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certificate' AND Possession of a valid Grade II Operator's Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board; AND Incumbents are required to obtain a Grade III Certificate (or higher), no later than three (3) years after attaining the Grade II Certificate August 18, 2026 (Tentative) An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.
NOTE:
Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire; otherwise, the application may be rejected.
NOTE:
POSTMARKS
will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of
COMPLETED
application.