JOB
We currently have two vacancies for an Operator. The level will depend on qualifications. From this recruitment, a list of candidates will be held for 12 months for potential future vacancies. Operator-in-Training: $72,450 - $94,184 AnnuallyOperator I: $78,366 - $101,877 AnnuallyOperator II: $90,717 - $117,933 Annually____________________________________________________Under the direct supervision of the Operations Supervisor/ Lead Operator, this position performs operational activities and limited maintenance of complex secondary and tertiary treatment systems at the Encina Water Pollution Control Facility (EWPCF), Remote Facilities (Agua Hedionda Pump Station, Buena Vista Pump Station, Buena Creek Pump Station, Raceway Basin Pump Station, and Carlsbad Water Recycling Facility (CWRF); or Resource Recovery (biosolids handling and recycling, alternative fuels, and cogeneration), and other Authority operated facilities; and, performs other related duties as assigned.The Operator-in-Training is the entry-level position in the Operator series. The Operator I/II may provide training and guidance to Operator-in-training positions. This position exercises no direct supervision of staff.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Please see the job descriptions listed below to review the examples of important and essential duties for each level in the Operator series: Operator-in-Training Job DescriptionOperator I Job DescriptionOperator II Job Description
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Education Requirement: Operator-in-Training and Operator I: Graduation from High School or equivalent and six (6) educational points as defined by State of California Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) education requirements for operator certification.Operator II: Graduation from High School or equivalent and nine (9) educational points as defined by State of California Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) education requirements for operator certification. Experience Requirement: Operator-in-Training: Experience that clearly demonstrates possession of the knowledge and skills stated in the position description.Operator I: One (1) year of progressively responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant. Operator II: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant. License Requirement: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License and the ability to be insured under the Authority's automobile insurance coverage. Certification Requirement: Operator-in-Training: Attainment of an Operator-In-Training certificate from the State of California Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) within 90 days of employment and maintenance of certificate in an active status. Must successfully complete EWA’s Operator-in-Training Performance Qualification Standards (PQS) program within 12 months of hire.Operator I: Possession of a valid Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and maintenance of the certificate in active status. Must successfully complete EWA’s Operator I Performance Qualification Standards (PQS) program within 12 months of appointment to this position.Operator II: Possession of a valid Grade II Wastewater Operator Certification issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and maintenance of the certificate in an active status. Must successfully complete EWA’s Operator II Performance Qualification Standards (PQS) program within 12 months of appointment to this position. PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES A promotion to Operator I will be made after Operator-in-Training: (a) possesses a Grade I or higher SWRCB Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification; and (b) has successfully completed Encina’s Operator-in-Training PQS program. A promotion to Operator II will be made after Operator I: (a) possesses a Grade II or higher SWRCB Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification; and (b) has successfully completed Encina’s Operator I PQS program.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDSPhysical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk; talk or hear by telephone and in person; sit; smell; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach and lift with hands or arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, stoop, and kneel for prolonged periods of time.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, the ability to distinguish colors and shades, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.Respiratory Protection Policy/Program Requirement: This position must comply with the Authority's Respiratory Protection Policy & Procedures, which requires the use of respirators when conducting specific tasks. Mental Demands: While performing the duties of this position, employees are regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read documents or instructions; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret data or information; use mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; perform detailed work; work under changing, intensive deadlines with constant interruptions; and perform multiple concurrent tasks.Work Environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be exposed to toxic or hazardous chemicals, slip, trip, and fall hazards. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud. Hearing protection is required in some work areas.
