Senior Plant Operator
Apply NowCompany: Mariposa County, CA
Location: Mariposa, CA 95338
Description:
Salary: $6,295.64 - $7,652.84 Monthly
Location : Mariposa, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 16-01148
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Description
Mariposa Public Works has an opening for a Senior Plant Operator.
Only online applications are accepted.
DEFINITION: Plans, coordinate, and oversee the continuous and efficient operation of the treatment plant operations, process, equipment, and maintenance activities of the special districts facilities including all permitted public water systems with designated responsibility to Mariposa County; functions as the Chief Plant Operator; exercises field supervisory authority including scheduling and oversight of the activities of assigned operational and maintenance subordinate staff; and performs related duties and responsibility as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Senior Plant Operator is the lead/supervisory level class within the Plant Operator series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Utility Manager in that the latter classification performs higher level management responsibilities and manages the Plant Operations division. An incumbent at the Senior Plant Operator level receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
The Senior Plant Operator is distinguished from the Plant Operator II in that the latter does not exercise supervision over staff and State certification requirements differ between the two classifications.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general direction from a division manager or a higher level management position. Exercise direct and indirect supervision over assigned staff
Examples of Duties
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Supervise, monitor, and schedule daily and monthly operational and maintenance plant activities.
Record and compile operational and process data for review and submission to Public Works management and regulatory agency officials as required.
Operate, clean, calibrate, and check the operation of all water treatment plant equipment, process control devices, and instruments including dissolved oxygen meters,
pH probes, etc. on a scheduled and routine basis.
Collect and/or ensure all required analytical process control samples are collected as required by operating permit requirements.
Lead and/or assist with all maintenance and repair projects.
Monitor the wastewater treatment plant and water system treatment processes and recommend changes to improve performance or correct process control issues.
Ensure adherence to all applicable local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
Generate reports as required or instructed to meet wastewater treatment plant management needs and regulatory compliance.
Ensure tasks are performed in a safe manner that is compliant with applicable OSHA requirements and County safety programs.
Train staff on procedures related to operations, maintenance, and safety.
Participate in wastewater treatment plant and water systems project upgrade processes.
Assist the Utilities Manager in budget preparation and the ordering of materials and supplies in accordance with department and County policies.
Assist in the development and enforcement of division and department work rules and procedures.
Manage the operation and maintenance of all electronics and communications systems in the wastewater treatment plants and water systems, and keep abreast of changes in technologies; train employees in these technologies.
Act as a lead participant in the area of employee training, mentoring, and succession planning.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school or GED equivalency is required.
Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible experience performing wastewater or water treatment system operation duties.
Substitution: An Associate degree in Environmental Science or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience. A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or a closely related field may substitute for two years of the required experience. If using education to qualify, degree or transcripts must be attached to application.
Additional Requirements:
Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate, a Grade I Water Treatment Operator (T1) certificate, and a Grade I Water Distribution Operator (DI) certificate issued by the State of California. Must be attached to application to qualify.
Possession of a valid California driver's license. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another State if the applicant acknowledges the requirement to acquire a California driver's license within three months of appointment and by signing an acknowledgement form.
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Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California is required for this position. Did you attach the certificate?
02
Possession of a Grade I Water Treatment Operator (T1) certificate issued by the State of California is required for this position. Did you attach the certificate?
03
Possession of a Grade I Water Distribution Operator (DI) certificate issued by the State of California is required for this position. Did you attach the certificate?
04
A copy of your transcripts or degree must be attached to your application unless you are using experience to apply.Did you attach your transcripts to your application?
05
Possession of a valid California driver's license is required for this recruitment. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another State if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver's license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form. Do you have a valid driver's license?
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Location : Mariposa, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 16-01148
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Description
Mariposa Public Works has an opening for a Senior Plant Operator.
Only online applications are accepted.
DEFINITION: Plans, coordinate, and oversee the continuous and efficient operation of the treatment plant operations, process, equipment, and maintenance activities of the special districts facilities including all permitted public water systems with designated responsibility to Mariposa County; functions as the Chief Plant Operator; exercises field supervisory authority including scheduling and oversight of the activities of assigned operational and maintenance subordinate staff; and performs related duties and responsibility as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Senior Plant Operator is the lead/supervisory level class within the Plant Operator series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Utility Manager in that the latter classification performs higher level management responsibilities and manages the Plant Operations division. An incumbent at the Senior Plant Operator level receives only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
The Senior Plant Operator is distinguished from the Plant Operator II in that the latter does not exercise supervision over staff and State certification requirements differ between the two classifications.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receives general direction from a division manager or a higher level management position. Exercise direct and indirect supervision over assigned staff
Examples of Duties
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Supervise, monitor, and schedule daily and monthly operational and maintenance plant activities.
Record and compile operational and process data for review and submission to Public Works management and regulatory agency officials as required.
Operate, clean, calibrate, and check the operation of all water treatment plant equipment, process control devices, and instruments including dissolved oxygen meters,
pH probes, etc. on a scheduled and routine basis.
Collect and/or ensure all required analytical process control samples are collected as required by operating permit requirements.
Lead and/or assist with all maintenance and repair projects.
Monitor the wastewater treatment plant and water system treatment processes and recommend changes to improve performance or correct process control issues.
Ensure adherence to all applicable local, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.
Generate reports as required or instructed to meet wastewater treatment plant management needs and regulatory compliance.
Ensure tasks are performed in a safe manner that is compliant with applicable OSHA requirements and County safety programs.
Train staff on procedures related to operations, maintenance, and safety.
Participate in wastewater treatment plant and water systems project upgrade processes.
Assist the Utilities Manager in budget preparation and the ordering of materials and supplies in accordance with department and County policies.
Assist in the development and enforcement of division and department work rules and procedures.
Manage the operation and maintenance of all electronics and communications systems in the wastewater treatment plants and water systems, and keep abreast of changes in technologies; train employees in these technologies.
Act as a lead participant in the area of employee training, mentoring, and succession planning.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school or GED equivalency is required.
Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible experience performing wastewater or water treatment system operation duties.
Substitution: An Associate degree in Environmental Science or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience. A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or a closely related field may substitute for two years of the required experience. If using education to qualify, degree or transcripts must be attached to application.
Additional Requirements:
Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate, a Grade I Water Treatment Operator (T1) certificate, and a Grade I Water Distribution Operator (DI) certificate issued by the State of California. Must be attached to application to qualify.
Possession of a valid California driver's license. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another State if the applicant acknowledges the requirement to acquire a California driver's license within three months of appointment and by signing an acknowledgement form.
To view benefits please click here:
01
Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California is required for this position. Did you attach the certificate?
- Yes
- No
02
Possession of a Grade I Water Treatment Operator (T1) certificate issued by the State of California is required for this position. Did you attach the certificate?
- Yes
- No
03
Possession of a Grade I Water Distribution Operator (DI) certificate issued by the State of California is required for this position. Did you attach the certificate?
- Yes
- No
04
A copy of your transcripts or degree must be attached to your application unless you are using experience to apply.Did you attach your transcripts to your application?
- Yes
- No, I am using experience to qualify
05
Possession of a valid California driver's license is required for this recruitment. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another State if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver's license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form. Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Yes
- No
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