Senior Compost Plant Operator

Under the general supervision of the Compost Operations Supervisor, the Senior Compost Plant Operator coordinates and leads the work of Water Reclamation Plant Operators and monitors, operates, maintains and repairs equipment and components associated with biosolids handling, anaerobic digestion, and composting processes at the Rancho Las Virgenes Composting Facility.

A Senior Compost Plant Operator is required to work extended shifts and/or split schedules on a seven day a week basis, during after-hours, on-call and unusual or emergency conditions.

The recruitment process will consist of an application screening, 1st round (structured) interview, and a 2nd round (selection) interview. Candidates will be notified of their status in the recruitment process via e-mail. The tentative date ranges for the interviews are listed below:  

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

1st Round Interview Date Range: August 3 – 6, 2026

2nd Round Interview Date Range: August 10 – 13, 2026

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: Four (4) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water reclamation or wastewater treatment plant.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

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

A State of California Grade III Wastewater Certification by the California State Water Resources Control Board is required.  

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