Job Summary
Are you looking for an opportunity for professional growth and development? Consider joining the City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department as a Water Reclamation Trainee.
The City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department is seeking a self-starter to receive training in wastewater treatment process and/or environmental regulations and assist in the operation of a variety of mechanical and electrical equipment and devices utilized at water reclamation facilities.
The class of Water Reclamation Trainee is the preparatory entry level in the Water Reclamation Series and is assigned to the Water Reclamation Division. Incumbents perform the more routine tasks and duties and must be familiar with environmental regulations and the variety of equipment utilized in the treatment of sewage and the drying of sludge. Incumbents are expected to increasingly develop a breadth and depth of knowledge of environmental regulations and skill that leads to full proficiency in the operation of a wastewater reclamation plant.
The Ideal candidate will have graduated from high school, or the equivalent,completed six (6) educational points in math or science at an accredited college or university, and possess a valid California Class C driver's license.
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Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from high school, or equivalent;
And
Certificates: Applicants for Water Reclamation Trainee positions in the Operations Section must have completed six (6) educational points in math or science at an accredited college or university (a three-unit college semester course is equal to eight [8] educational points; ten [10] classroom hours are equal to one [1] educational point). Proof of completion of required educational points must be submitted at the time of application.
Necessary Special Requirements
Must possess a valid California Class “C” driver’s license; Note: For out-of-state applicants, a valid driver’s license is required, and a valid Class “C” California driver’s license is required within ten (10) days after appointment (Vehicle Code 12505c).
A grade 1 Operator-in-Training certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board must be obtained within 6 months of appointment and a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate Grade I issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board must be obtained within 24 months of appointment in order for continued employment with the City of San Bernardino Municipal Water Department.
Incumbents may be required to be clean shaven or have trimmed facial hair in order to properly use personal respirators. Must pass a respirator medical exam and be able to wear respirator equipment. Must be able to work in enclosed spaces while wearing protective clothing under extreme temperatures and hazardous environments.
Physical Tasks and Environmental Conditions
Work is primarily performed in a field environment that is frequently loud and prolonged, in a variety of environmental and extreme weather conditions (both indoors and out). The Work involves exposure to potential physical harm, infectious disease and hazardous chemicals including smoke, fumes or airborne particles, gas, untreated wastewater, communicable disease, high frequency noise, risk of electric shock, dirt, dust, grease, oil, chemicals, solvents and toxic agents. Incumbents regularly work near moving mechanical parts, are exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and heavy vibrations and work in precarious places. Incumbents frequently work on slippery or uneven surfaces. Incumbents need to be able to tolerate unpleasant odors, wet conditions and uncomfortable climate conditions. There is frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, crawl, climb and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday. Incumbents may be required to work from heights on ladders, scaffoldings, motorized platforms, building roofs, or other elevated surfaces. Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in a field setting in varying weather conditions, to operate various equipment, transport materials and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds, and to travel to various locations. Must be able to see in the normal visual range with or without correction with vision sufficient to see color and read small print as well as distance. Must be able to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; observes and interprets people and situations; learns and applies new information and skills; performs highly detailed work; deals with changing deadlines, constant interruptions and multiple concurrent tasks; responds to emergency situations; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work.
The San Bernardino Municipal Water Department offers a complete benefits package to full-time General Unit employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Retirement for Current Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are current (Classic) members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be
2% @ 55; highest single year of compensation.
Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who are not a member of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be
2% @ 62; 3 year final compensation. New members will be obligated to pay 50% of the “normal cost” of their retirement benefits as required by State law.
To learn more details please visit our benefits page and our MOU page.
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Do you have a valid Driver's License? Possession of a valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required. For out of State applicants, a valid driver's license is required. A valid Class "C" California Driver's License must be obtained within (10) days of appointment.
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Did you graduate from High School or do you have a GED/Equivalent?
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Have you completed at least six (6) educational points in math or science at an accredited college or university? Proof of required educational points completion must be submitted with application.
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?
- Less than High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent
- High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent
- Less than 2 years of college
- 2+ years of college
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
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Do you have a valid Grade 1 Operator-in-Training certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB)? If yes, please submit a copy with your application.
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Have you passed the California State Water Resources Control Board Grade 1 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator examination within three years prior to this submitting this application? If yes, please submit proof of passing this examination within the prescribed timeframe with your application.
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Do you have a valid California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade 1, or higher, certificate? If yes, please submit a copy with your application.
