Water Treatment Plant Operator I
About the role
This recruitment will build an eligibility list for the following locations: Diemer (Yorba Linda, CA), Mills (Riverside, CA), Lake Skinner (Winchester, CA), and Weymouth (La Verne, CA). The list will be valid for six months from the date a candidate accepts the position. The Metropolitan Water District's Water Treatment Group has one opening for a Water Treatment Plant Operator I at the Jensen Filtration Plant (Granada Hills, CA). In this role you will assist Water Treatment Plant Operators with the daily operation of the treatment plant processes and all associated facilities, structures, and equipment. The District operates five conventional treatment plants that use ozone as the primary disinfectant, with capacities ranging from 220 MGD to 750 MGD.
Responsibilities
- Assist Water Treatment Plant Operators in the daily operation of plant processes and associated facilities, structures, and equipment.
- Adjust processes to meet system demands and water quality goals.
- Complete necessary reports.
- Use computer programs for timekeeping, record‑keeping and project tracking.
Requirements
- High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate.
- Two (2) years of water‑related experience OR one (1) year experience working at a surface water treatment plant.
- Valid California Class C Driver’s License (or equivalent) at time of application.
- State of California Water Treatment Certification Grade II at time of application.
- Self‑Contained Breathing Apparatus Certification.
- Chemical Responder Certification.
- Forklift Certification.
- Work authorization that does not require visa sponsorship (e.g., H‑1B) for employment in the United States.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, life, and vision plans
- Deferred compensation: 401(k) plan with matching contribution and 457 plan
- Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System
- Tuition reimbursement
- Training and advancement opportunities
- Excellent working environment
- Public transportation reimbursements
Schedule
12.5‑hour day and night shifts on a rotational basis; holiday work may be required. The District may occasionally change employees to a 4‑10 schedule (four consecutive 10‑hour day shifts).