Job description
The City of Vacaville - A beautiful place to live, a great place to work!
With more than 500 employees, the City of Vacaville values work-life balance and offers flexible/hybrid work schedules, every other Friday off, employee social and wellness activities, casual dress days, competitive pay and a generous benefits and retirement package.
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The City of Vacaville is accepting applications for the position of Water Plant Operator I/ II in our Utilities Department. Currently, one (1) Water Plant Operator II vacancy exists. This recruitment will also establish an eligibility list for future Water Plant Operator I/II vacancies in this classification that may occur over the next 12-month period.
Salary Range:
Water Plant Operator I - $64,442.24 - $78,330.31/annually
Water Plant Operator II - $80,549.86 - $97,908.25/annually
*2.0% COLA and 1.0% equity wage increase scheduled for November 1, 2023*
See our Benefits Summar y page for more detailed information.
Water Plant Operators operate a water treatment plant and related facilities in a safe, effective manner and in accordance with state requirements. Job duties include performing maintenance work and other related duties as assigned. Water Plant Operator II is the journey-level classification and requires possession of a T2 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate.
- Monitors, operates, and adjusts controls at a water treatment plant, pumping stations, wells, and reservoir facilities
- Manages information taken from computers, gauges, dials, and other instruments
- Monitors, interprets, and adjusts computerized Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) controls
- Controls the application of hazardous materials and chemicals such as chlorine and fluoride
A complete job description for each job classification can be viewed here.
The ideal candidate will:
Understand the complex operating principles, practices, and procedures of water treatment plant systems and equipment- Demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot complex operational and maintenance problems
- Be motivated by the opportunity for professional growth in the water industry
- Be flexible, reliable, and detail oriented with high standards for work ethics and safety
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and demonstrate the ability to interact effectively and courteously with the public, coworkers, and vendors
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to acquire the knowledge and abilities would be:
WATER PLANT OPERATOR I
Education: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.
Experience: One year of work experience involving operation, repair, or maintenance of motors, pumps or similar equipment is highly desirable.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a T1 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) is highly desirable.
As a condition of passing probation, incumbents must obtain a T2 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate, plus any other state-mandated certificates. Must maintain valid certification as a condition of continued employment.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.
WATER PLANT OPERATOR II
Education: Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade.
Experience: One (1) year of work experience performing the functions of a water treatment plant operator.
License or Certificate: Possession of a current T2 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), plus any other state-mandated certificates, is required. Must maintain valid certification as a condition of continued employment. Within 36 months of appointment, must obtain a T3 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment. Within 12 months of appointment, must obtain licensing adequate to maintain compliance with all state and federal requirements for hazardous materials handling and transport. Current licensing requirements are: California Class C Commercial License with hazardous materials endorsement. Department of Motor Vehicles age restrictions may apply. This is a safety-sensitive position and will be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements for drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, reasonable suspicion and random testing).
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Appropriate certification and licensing are conditions of continued employment.
Water Plant Operator II must be willing and able to work any day and shift within a 24-hour period.
Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriate for job assignments. Must comply with respiratory program and Cal OSHA standards.
A completed City of Vacaville Employment Application and Supplemental Questionnaire must be received by the Human Resources Department at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by 5:30 p.m., Monday, April 24, 2023.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.com. Application packets may also be requested in person at the Human Resources Department or by calling (707) 449-5101.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application packet.
IMPORTANT: Contact with applicants will primarily occur via email. Please ensure that your application indicates a valid email address which you check on a regular basis.
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A copy of your current T2 (for WPO II) is required with your application and must be received by the Human Resources Department no later than 5:30pm on the final filing date. Documentation can be submitted in the following ways:
- Attached to your online application, or
- Faxed to our Human Resources Department at (707) 449-5306, or
- Submitted in person, or via mail*, to our Human Resources Department located at Vacaville City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688.
- The City of Vacaville is not responsible for problems related to mail and will not accept postmarks.
Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete the pre-placement process for this position before a final offer will be extended. Pre-placement assessments for this position may include, but are not limited to, an employment and education verification, a Livescan (FBI/DOJ fingerprint review), DMV record review, drug screen and medical exam.
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