What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II position at City of Bakersfield, CA?
Description
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.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Monitors and maintains plant treatment processes within designated parameters; reads plant equipment gauges, dials, graphs, computer screens, meters, SCADA systems and other instrumentation; Complies with standards and regulations of the California State Water Resources Control Board; Operates, checks and maintains equipment such as pumps, valves, motors, blowers, and electric and mechanical drive units to ensure proper operation; Takes wastewater and biosolids samples; performs daily and weekly laboratory tests and analyses to determine compliance with state and federal regulations and to maintain process control parameters; Alters or adjusts chemical treatment of the plant as necessary; monitors bactis, ammonia, nitrite and nitrate levels; monitors air rates; Checks gas, flow, and blower meters; Oils, greases and cleans equipment; Performs record keeping functions such as logging plant operations, test results, maintenance work performed, and unusual operating conditions encountered; Operates septage receiving station as needed; Performs routine maintenance and cleaning work on buildings and equipment as assigned; May assist in training new operators in wastewater treatment principles and practices; Responds to after-hour alarms as assigned; Participates in safety and operational training. Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:
- Graduation from high school or GED; AND
- 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; AND
- Possession of a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License is required.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
EXAMINATION: ORAL APPRAISAL INTERVIEW (Weighted 100%): Week of April 14, 2025 (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, supplemental questionnaire, and typing certificate; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.
