What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Water Treatment Operator position at City of Oxnard?
*This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis.*
The City of Oxnard’s Water Department is seeking a Principal Operator to become part of the Water Division Team. The Advanced Water Principal Operator is part of the Oxnard Water Division Team and reports directly to the Advanced Water Treatment Operations Manager. This position is a member of a dedicated service oriented team where collaboration, leadership and growth are promoted at all levels. The Water Divisions priority is to provide safe and reliable drinking water to our customers and the highest level of customer service.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Plant Operator, Principal
SUPERVISION EXERCISED/ SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning work and monitoring work completion. Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Plant Operator, Senior in that it performs advanced journey-level plant operations and plant maintenance work and may serve as lead worker by assigning and reviewing work and providing guidance to others in the absence of a Shift Coordinator.
WORK SCHEDULE: The normal City work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm. Depending on the work assignment staff may be assigned to shifts that is outside the standard City work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs and perform on call duties. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay
This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.
The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department.
Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE)
NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.
Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
This position requires a 12 month probationary period.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodations for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with you. Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brenna Perteet
by email at brenna.perteet@oxnard.org.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of Oxnard’s Water Department is seeking a Principal Operator to become part of the Water Division Team. The Advanced Water Principal Operator is part of the Oxnard Water Division Team and reports directly to the Advanced Water Treatment Operations Manager. This position is a member of a dedicated service oriented team where collaboration, leadership and growth are promoted at all levels. The Water Divisions priority is to provide safe and reliable drinking water to our customers and the highest level of customer service.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Operate and perform routine maintenance of the Advanced Water Purification Facility membranes and other treatment process
- Read and Calibrate process controls and analyzers
- Investigate and troubleshoot operational issues
- Collect data and develop reports for regulatory compliance
- Utilization of SCADA platform to effectively oversee plant performance trends, and alarms to review performance and head off operational issues
- Communicate with staff and customers in a respective and professional manner
- Work with and around treatment chemicals
- Follow all safety and regulatory mandates, polices and procedure
Plant Operator, Principal
SUPERVISION EXERCISED/ SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning work and monitoring work completion. Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Plant Operator, Senior in that it performs advanced journey-level plant operations and plant maintenance work and may serve as lead worker by assigning and reviewing work and providing guidance to others in the absence of a Shift Coordinator.
WORK SCHEDULE: The normal City work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm. Depending on the work assignment staff may be assigned to shifts that is outside the standard City work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs and perform on call duties. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay
This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.
- Performs advanced journey-level plant operations and maintenance work; monitors operations and maintenance of plant systems, processes and/or equipment to ensure proper operations and that standards are met. Provides lead worker support as needed including making work assignments, training and monitoring the completion of work
- Monitors systems, processes and equipment; gathers and records data, readings, samples and information used to ensure proper equipment operations or to determine required maintenance; calibrates equipment and makes equipment adjustments; starts up and shuts down equipment as required.
- Performs equipment inspections and maintains inspection records; coordinates and/or performs repair work; maintains and cleans various equipment, facility areas and grounds; maintains safe and clean site working conditions
- Enters and maintains data. work records, files and activity logs; performs basic analysis of data and information; prepares and maintains reports and other related documentation.
- Monitors supplies/materials inventory; initiates purchase request for required items; schedules pick up of materials
- Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned
- High School Diploma or GED
- Three years of water treatment or wastewater treatment or advance water treatment plant operation experience
- First Aid/CPR certification is required within the first year of employment
- Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record may be required
- Valid California State Water Resource Control Board T3 Certificate or CWEA Wastewater Operator 3 Certificate or Advanced Water Treatment 3 Certificate upon hire
- Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors
- Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
- Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
- Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.
The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department.
Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE)
NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.
Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
This position requires a 12 month probationary period.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodations for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with you. Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brenna Perteet
by email at brenna.perteet@oxnard.org.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Salary : $65,210 - $98,307
