Treatment Plant Operator IV (Special Districts)*

The Job San Bernardino County’s Special Districts Department - Water and Sanitation Division is recruiting for Treatment Plant Operators IV who are responsible for the safe and economical operation, maintenance, and supervision of water distribution, water treatment, wastewater collection, and wastewater treatment facilities. Key Responsibilities Supervising the operation of wastewater treatment facilities to control flow and processing of wastewater in compliance with discharge permits. Coordinating and assisting with preventive and corrective maintenance projects across all water/wastewater systems throughout the County. Optimizing water/wastewater treatment processes to ensure continuous regulatory compliance and maintain water quality objectives. Writing technical reports and operational instructions for process equipment and systems and providing necessary documentation to the State Regulatory Board as required. Utilizing a SCADA computer program to monitor and control water and wastewater treatment operations effectively. Some positions may be designated as the Chief Plant Operator for the CA-SWRCB, ensuring compliance with Water and Sanitation Division requirements. Employees in this role may receive an additional 7.5% differential hourly compensation while performing these duties per the MOU. These positions are assigned to Special Districts only, with the current assignment based in Devore, CA (San Bernardino area). Work sites are located throughout the County, including high/low deserts, mountains, and valleys. An official vehicle is provided at the reporting location for use during work hours and on-call duty when traveling within and between sites. Minimum Requirements Current Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade IV, issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Copy of required certificate must be attached to the application. At least two (2) years of recent experience (within the last 5 years) in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a Wastewater Treatment facility. Valid CA Class C (or higher) driver license. NOTE: Ensure the work experience section of your application clearly details qualifying experience in water/wastewater activities, including records, logs, and visual diagrams, as well as supervisory/lead experience. Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have experience supervising Water/Wastewater Plant Operators and hold a CA Class A or B driver’s license with a tanker endorsement. They should also possess a T1 or higher or a D1 or higher certification. Conditions of Employment Health and physical condition standards must be met. Current Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade IV must be maintained; failure results in termination. Travel throughout the County is required. A valid CA driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance are required at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Incumbents must be available on-call evenings, weekends, and holidays. Employees on call must respond by phone within thirty minutes. Sites are distributed across mountains, deserts, and valleys; employees may be assigned to one region but are expected to work any site in the County as needed. San Bernardino County does not consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship. Equal Opportunity San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses and widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details, refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr San Bernardino County Fire Department