What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Water Quality Technician position at City of Redlands?
Under direction, to perform a variety of chemical, biological, and bacteriological tests in the analysis of water according to standard methods and procedures; to provide regulatory support for water facility operations; and to ensure water system compliance with State and Federal regulations. Exercises technical and functional leadership over lower-level staff.
Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:- Coordinates and schedules activities with outside laboratories, regulatory and other government agencies;
- Monitors newly issued local, State and Federal regulations and legislation to keep current with the regulatory environment;
- Performs and assists with inspections; documents observations and findings;
- Establishes goals, objectives, schedules, and methods of water quality analysis;
- Schedules, collects, and tests samples of influent, effluent, well waters, water distribution system, and other samples to ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations;
- Analyzes test results and develops recommendations to better control treatment plant processes and increase plant efficiency within State and Federal guidelines;
- Performs mathematical calculations and statistical analyses for test results;
- Prepares and submits detailed and accurate records of tests conducted and their results;
- Prepares chemicals, bacteriological media, and standard test solutions;
- Cleans, maintains, and calibrates laboratory equipment and instruments;
- Conducts special examinations, studies, and analysis;
- Maintains inventory of supplies and inventory records; recommends supplies and equipment for acquisition;
- Prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations and monitors and controls expenses;
- Prepares, maintains, and presents reports;
- Responds to inquiries and requests from the public, including customer service complaints;
- Assists with training and orientation of new personnel and provides leadership to lower level staff in the safe and efficient performance of their duties;
- Assists with work flow planning and scheduling;
- Assigns and monitors tasks;
- Participates and provides input into employee performance records and evaluations; and
- Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Experience:
- Five years of experience working in a drinking water utility;
- Three years of progressive experience working in the water quality field performing sample collection, analysis and water quality customer service.
Education:
- Equivalent to a high school diploma;
- Some college level or technical course work in water treatment and distribution systems, chemistry, biology, or a related field. For college level coursework obtained outside of the U.S., an official equivalency evaluation is required.
Licenses and Certificates:
- Possession of a Grade T2 Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
- Possession of a Grade D2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
- Possession of a Grade D3 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board is highly desirable.
- Possession and maintenance of a valid California Driver's license at time of appointment.
Special Requirements:
Essential functions and duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:
- Ability to work in a standard laboratory environment; exposure to outdoors and chemicals; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 25 lbs.; exposure to heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, and traffic hazards;
- Must be available for on-call duty.
Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their application material that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. Examinations for the positions may consist of any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position.
The employment application must be completed and submitted online. Applicants must list current and past work experience. Do not indicate “See Resume”.
Proof of education such as but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education, certification, and/or license to each position for which they apply.
The following documents are required for this position:1. Verification of Grade 2 Water Distribution Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board.
2. Verification of Grade T2 Water Treatment Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
3. Proof of completion of college level or technical course work in water treatment and distribution systems, chemistry, biology, or a related field.
An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. This evaluation must be submitted by the application deadline.
Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process.
Please note, the City of Redlands’ preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference/background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which may include a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification). The City of Redlands utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Julie Maher at jmaher@cityofredlands.org
Salary : $65,911 - $84,170
