Description

The City of Oxnard’s Public Works Department is seeking qualified Advanced Water Treatment Operators to join the Water Division team. Reporting directly to the Advanced Water Treatment Operations Manager, this position plays a vital role in supporting the Division’s mission of delivering safe, reliable drinking water and exceptional customer service to the community. The successful candidate will become part of a dedicated, service-focused team that values collaboration, leadership, professional development, and continuous growth at every level. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Operate and perform routine maintenance of the Advanced Water Purification Facility membranes and other treatment processes
• Read and Calibrate process controls and analyzers 
• Investigate and troubleshoot operational issues
• Collect data and develop reports for regulatory compliance
• Utilization of the SCADA platform to effectively oversee plant performance trends, and alarms to review performance and head off operational issues 
• Communicate with staff and customers in a respectful and professional manner
• Work with and around treatment chemicals 
• Follow all safety and regulatory mandates, policies, and procedures
• Operate and utilize computer systems, Excel, Word, Google Docs, CMMS software, and other software applications as needed to support operational activities and City requirements. 

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE: 
Plant Operator, Principal   

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Plant Operator, Senior in that it performs advanced journey-level plant operations and plant maintenance work and may serve as lead worker by assigning and reviewing work and providing guidance to others in the absence of a Shift Coordinator.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Incumbents may serve as lead workers, assigning work and monitoring work completion. Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

WORK SCHEDULE: 
The normal City work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm. Depending on the work assignment staff may be assigned to shifts that are outside the standard City work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs and perform on-call duties. 

Essential Functions
 This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Performs advanced journey-level plant operations and maintenance work; monitors operations and maintenance of plant systems, processes and/or equipment to ensure proper operations and that  standards are met. Provides lead worker support as needed including making work assignments, training and monitoring the completion of work.
• Monitors systems, processes and equipment; gathers and records data, readings, samples and information used to ensure proper equipment operations or to determine required maintenance; calibrates equipment and makes equipment adjustments; starts up and shuts down equipment as required.
• Performs equipment inspections and maintains inspection records; coordinates and/or performs repair work; maintains and cleans various equipment, facility areas and grounds; maintains safe and clean site working conditions.
• Enters and maintains data. work records, files and activity logs; performs basic analysis of data and information; prepares and maintains reports and other related documentation.
• Monitors supplies/materials inventory; initiates purchase request for required items; schedules pick up of materials;
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES MIGHT INCLUDE:
Positions assigned to water treatment operations may be responsible for:

• Operating, monitoring, maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting issues related to potable and recycled water production and treatment system
• Performing water quality sampling
• Adjusting chemical dosage
• Regulating water system pressure and flow to meet usage demand
• Gathering production, treatment and water quality data and preparing routine reports
• Responding to questions and concerns from the public
• Operating light, and medium duty trucks and equipment
• Maintaining parts, inventory and related records
• Inspecting and cleaning equipment and facilities

Requirements

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED 

EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of treatment plant operation experience

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record may be required
• Valid California State Water Resources Control Board T3 Certificate or Valid California State Water Resources Control Board Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate is required upon hire
• CWEA-AWWA CA-NV Section AWTO 3 certificate within 12 months of employment