Water Treatment Plant Operator I/II/III

Position

Under general supervision of the Water Treatment Supervisor and technical lead of the Senior Water Treatment Plant Operator, a Water Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III operates and maintains the Westlake Filtration Facility, the pumping plant and the Las Virgenes Reservoir. As necessary, the Water Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III is required to work extended shifts and/or split schedules on a 7 days per week basis, after-hours, on-call periods and during other unusual or emergency conditions. 

The Water Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III also may operate the potable and recycled water distribution systems when the Westlake Filtration Plant is offline or as required by the Water Treatment Supervisor.

A Water Treatment Plant Operator III exercises independent judgement and discretion and may have a greater scope of responsibility. The Water Treatment Plant Operator III is the fully experienced, journey level class. A Water Treatment Plant Operator II takes directions from the Water Treatment Operator III and Senior Water Treatment Plant Operator. The Water Treatment Plant Operator II is an apprenticeship class. A Water Treatment Plant Operator I is an entry-level class. Water Treatment Plant Operators are expected to develop additional skills to meet changes in water industry standards, practices, procedures and advancements in technology.

Upon meeting the performance standards, certification and competencies, an employee is flexed to the II or III level. 

These positions reside in the Water Treatment section; however, they may be expected to perform duties in the distribution or construction sections depending upon the needs of the District. 

The recruitment process will consist of an application screening, 1st round (structured) interview, and 2nd round (selection) interview. The tentative date ranges for the interviews are listed below:  

1st Round Interview Date Range: March 10 – 14, 2025 

2nd Round Interview Date Range: March 17 – 21, 2025 

Candidates will be notified of their status in the recruitment process via e-mail.

Training and Experience Guidelines

Any combination of training and experience, which demonstrates attainment of the required knowledge and ability to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation, if needed), typically:

EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Water Treatment Plant Operator I – Two (2) years of experience in working in a construction or mechanical repair activity.

Water Treatment Plant Operator II – Two (2) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant or distribution system.

Water Treatment Plant Operator III – Two (2) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water treatment plant with one year as a T2 operator.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

A valid California Class C driver’s license must be maintained at all times.

Water Treatment Plant Operator I – Possession of a State of California T1 Water Treatment Certification.

Water Treatment Plant Operator II – Possession of a State of California T2 Water Treatment Certification.

Water Treatment Plant Operator III – Possession of a State of California T3 Water Treatment Certification. 

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

Water Treatment Plant Operator II – D3 Water Distribution Certification

Water Treatment Operator III – T4 Water Treatment Certification, D4 Water Distribution Certification

It is the policy of the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District to ensure equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of their race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, mental or physical impairment, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, or age (except where a bona fide occupational qualification). The District will act to ensure equal treatment to all persons in matters affecting recruitment, hiring, promotion, discipline, compensation, assignment, benefits, training, and layoff practices, and any other matters affecting employment with the Las Virgenes Municipal Water District. The same policy applies to all qualified Vietnam- era veterans, disabled veterans or other persons with disabilities that are capable of performing a particular job with reasonable accommodation to their disability.

In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing, upon applying.