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Position Description RECRUITMENT OVERVIEW: Thank you for your interest in our Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I-II-III recruitment. We look forward to the opportunity to consider you as an applicant. To be considered for this outstanding career opportunity applicants must submit an application with detailed information in each section of the application: Education, Work Experience, Certificates, and Licenses and Skills. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a complete, detailed application. Applicants must also attach a copy of their Grade I, II, or III operator certificate, failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications for this position will be invited to advance to the interview phase which is scheduled for WEDNES DAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2021 . Additional details regarding the interview phase will be sent via email to qualified applicants after our screening process is complete, on or before Tuesday, February 9, 2021. PLANT OVERVIEW: Our wastewater treatment facility consists of a domestic plant (6.0 million gallons per day (MGD) capacity) and an industrial plant (12.0 MGD capacity) treating about 4.15 MGD in the domestic plant and about 8.5 MGD in the industrial plant. This includes operation, maintenance and repair of treatment structures, such as lift stations, sedimentation tanks, digesters, filters, pumps and control buildings. Additional operations include 320 acres of storage ponds, 2,200 acres of farmland under permit for beneficial reuse of treated wastewater, and self-generation of renewable energy including the anaerobic bulk volume fermenter, two 2.8 MW of fuel cells, and 3.0 MW of solar photovoltaic panels. POSITION DESCRIPTION: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II: Under direct or general supervision, operates equipment, facilities, pump stations, and related appurtenances as found in a wastewater treatment plant and collection systems; takes periodic samples and performs standardized tests to ensure proper operation within established guidelines; assists with preventive maintenance and makes minor repairs to plant facilities and equipment; and performs related work as required. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Acts as the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor on weekends; performs duties related to the pretreatment program, including but not limited to the permitting and inspection of Class P discharges such as restaurants and auto repair shops. SALARY RANGES: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: $ 3722.32 - $ 4524.50 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: $ 4112.76 - $ 4999.08 Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: $ 5020.84 - $ 6102.87 SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II :Receives direct or general supervision from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor and/or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III. May provide technical and functional direction to lower-level staff. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III : Receives general supervision from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor. Provides technical and functional direction to lower-level staff. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: This is the entry journey-level class in the wastewater treatment plant operator series. Under general supervision, incumbents operate and maintain wastewater treatment and distribution equipment and appurtenances according to City practices and procedures, as well as State and Federal regulations. As experience is gained, assignments become more varied and are performed with greater independence. This class is alternately-staffed with Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining the knowledge, skill, experience, and certifications that meet the qualifications for, and demonstrating the ability to perform the work of, the higher-level class. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: This is the full journey-level class in the wastewater treatment plant operations series that performs the full range of duties required to ensure that the wastewater treatment facilities and systems operate effectively and are maintained in a safe and effective working condition. Responsibilities include performing standardized tests on wastewater operations equipment, inspecting and attending to issues in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the preventative maintenance and minor repair of assigned facilities and systems. This class is distinguished from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III in that the latter is responsible for technical and functional direction over lower-level operations staff on weekends, industrial inspections, and is capable of performing the most complex duties assigned to the department. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: This is the advanced journey-level in the treatment plant operator series that performs complex duties required to ensure that the wastewater treatment facilities and systems operate effectively and are maintained in a safe and effective working condition. Responsibilities include performing standardized tests on water and wastewater operations equipment, inspecting, and attending to issues in a timely manner, and performing a wide variety of tasks in the maintenance and repair of assigned facilities and systems. This class also performs pretreatment program duties including the permitting and inspections of restaurants and auto repair shops. This class is distinguished from the Industrial Waste Inspector in that the latter only performs pretreatment program duties. This class is further distinguished from the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor in that the latter is the full supervisory-level class in the series responsible for organizing, assigning, supervising, and reviewing the work of assigned staff involved in treatment plant operations. Examples of Essential Functions Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Monitors plant operations equipment and processes to ensure compliance with environmental and public health standards, including monitoring and making adjustments as needed to optimize efficiency, making chemical dosage changes, changing pumping rates, and monitoring all equipment daily. Reviews and analyzes automated information and control system data and revises equipment settings as appropriate; notifies supervisor of unusual situations and makes inspections or corrects system problems as necessary. Reads, records, and calculates readings of meters and gages; interprets information into operational characteristics; changes flow meter charts; makes process adjustments according to information gathered, samples collected, readings, and records. Collects wastewater, sludge, and other samples from various phases of the treatment process; performs standard chemical and physical tests on these samples to ensure that plants are operating effectively and that regulatory requirements are being met. Interprets and may perform routine laboratory and process tests to optimize plant performance, checks the results, and recommends changes to Supervisors. Performs proper usage and handling of chemicals according to industry standards. Operates and assists in preventive maintenance on a variety of treatment plant equipment, such as electric motors, engines, gas and electric powered pumps, drive units, emergency systems, power generation systems, pressure and flow regulators, and other treatment plant fixtures and appliances. Operates valves, pumps, and automated controls to regulate the flow of wastewater through the system; operates valves to dispose of wastewater effluent. Removes blockages; replaces worn parts; assists maintenance as required. Confers with maintenance staff to determine equipment problems; suggests methods of minimizing such problems in an operational setting. Lubricates pumps, motors, chains, conveyors, and other machinery and equipment. May assist in preventative maintenance and services equipment according to an established schedule and inspects facilities and equipment to determine the need for maintenance or repair. Maintains light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment and vehicles appropriate to the functional area of assignment. Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignment as instructed. Performs a variety of general and ground maintenance activities, including mowing, edging, and trimming landscaped areas as scheduled, weed abatement, and painting facilities and equipment when needed. Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday. Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions. Responds to complaints and answers questions from public or escalates to supervisor, as necessary. Responds to operations, maintenance, and repair emergency situations as required. Maintains records and logs of daily activities; prepares reports as necessary. Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required. Performs related duties as assigned. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Acts as the Wastewater Treatment Plant Supervisor on weekend shifts. Removes parts to be machined by outside vendors; reassembles equipment. Writes work order for repairs. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: When performing the pretreatment/industrial inspections assignment: Inspects, monitors, and conducts sampling at various commercial and industrial sites, including inspecting new and existing industry, restaurants, auto body shops, and contaminated projects for compliance with wastewater discharge regulations, evaluating environmental risks associated with industrial processes and activities, and preparing, setting, programming, and retrieving automatic samplers. Educates dischargers as to what is required to meet set limits; interprets ordinances and Federal and State regulations to dischargers. Collects wastewater samples from industrial and commercial users and performs well-defined chemical and biological tests to determine if governmental and process control requirements are met. Prepares accurate records and reports for management and regulatory agencies; maintains files and records. Organizes, maintains, and documents all required information for enforcement of City code as directed by the federal requirements; analyzes data by comparing test results to requirements. Investigates and traces sources of illegal industrial wastes entering the City's wastewater collection system. Reads meters at commercial and industrial sites to determine flow for sewer billings; prepares monthly information for billing industries that use City facilities. Responds to public inquiries on wastewater services, billing, and other problem areas. Maintains and repairs sampling and monitoring equipment. When performing all the assignments: Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly condition, including securing equipment at the close of the workday. Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions. Responds to complaints and answers questions from public or escalates to supervisor, as necessary. Responds to operations, maintenance, and repair emergency situations as required. Maintains records and logs of daily activities; prepares reports as necessary. Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required. Performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications / Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Principles, practices, equipment, materials, and tools used in the operation, cleaning, and preventive maintenance of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and equipment. The operation and preventive maintenance of piping systems, including pipes, valves, and related appurtenances. Standard chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials. Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and guidelines relevant to assigned duties. Basic equipment troubleshooting principles and practices. Basic record keeping practices. Basic mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles. Basic arithmetic and statistical techniques. Safe work methods and safety practices pertaining to the work, including the handling and storage of hazardous chemicals. Safe driving rules and practices. Basic computer software related to work. English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation. Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff, in person and over the telephone. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Principles, practices, and programs for the City's industrial wastewater pretreatment program, the industrial waste inspection function, and related programs and projects. Advanced arithmetic and statistical techniques. Ability to: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of wastewater treatment and disposal facilities and equipment. Recognize and correct or report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating conditions. Read a variety of gauges, charts, and meters, record data accurately and make appropriate process adjustments. Conduct standard chemical and physical tests of wastewater, sludge, and related materials. Handle hazardous chemicals in a safe manner. Make accurate arithmetic calculations. Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and equipment required for the work. Perform routine equipment maintenance. Operate a motor vehicle safely. Maintain both manual and automated logs, records, reports, and charts. Follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines. Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing. Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Perform in-depth inspections of industrial and commercial users. Interpret, apply, and explain basic laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances. Research, analyze, and summarize data, and prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations. Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: In addition to the above, one (1) year of experience equivalent to Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Trainee at the City of Tulare. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: In addition to the above, one (1) year of experience equivalent to Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I at the City of Tulare. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above, three (3) years of responsible experience in wastewater treatment and industrial inspections. LICENSES & CERTIFICATES: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I, II, III: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California's driver's license. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain a Confined Space Entry Certificate. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I: Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade I license to to be considered for the position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Possession of a Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II: Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade II license to to be considered for the position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Possession of a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade III license to to be considered for the position. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board. If assigned to pre-treatment program, within twenty-four (24) months of the date of entry into the position, must obtain an Environmental Compliance Inspector Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association. Additional Information PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in standard wastewater treatment plant and related facilities; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform light to medium physical work, to work in confined spaces, around machines and to climb and descend ladders, and to operate varied hand and power tools and equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; color vision to read gauges and identify appurtenances; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 75 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III: In addition to the above. Must possess mobility to work in industrial and commercial sites. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees work partially indoors and partially outdoors and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances, odors, and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. Closing Date/Time: 2/7/2021 11:59 PM Pacific