Water Treatment Operator II - IV

Elevate your career with an exciting opportunity at Jurupa Community Services District! We are seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Water Treatment Operator II – IV. Become part of a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly support the delivery of safe, reliable water services to the communities we serve. In this role, you will work with advanced water treatment systems and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals committed to operational excellence and environmental stewardship. If you are ready to grow your career while making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply today!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs technical duties in the operation of water treatment facilities; performs preventive and predictive maintenance on treatment plants and related facilities; operates Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to move water through treatment systems; and performs related duties as assigned.

• Operates, monitors, and maintains water treatment facilities and processes, including reverse osmosis, concentrate reduction, ion exchange, lime softening, and disinfection systems; ensures the effective and efficient operation of the advanced water treatment facilities.
• Monitors and controls treatment processes, adjusts equipment and chemical levels to optimize treatment processes and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Operates and adjusts treatment plant pumps, feeders, and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations; monitors the treatment processes, solids handling, including centrifuging and pellet reactor bed level maintenance.
• Operates the SCADA system to move water from groundwater wells to treatment plants and into the distribution system; responds to alarms and performs minor maintenance.
• Monitors clearwell levels by visual inspection and ensures adequate levels; reads meters, gauges, charts, and instruments.
• Mixes and adds treatment chemicals; assists in the storage and transfer of chlorine and other hazardous treatment chemicals.
• Reviews water quality results and calculates blending for Nitrate, PFAS, and other constituents in the water as needed to comply with state and federal water quality standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Water Treatment Operator II – IV: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12^th) grade, supplemented by specialized training in water treatment.
• Water Treatment Operator II: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience working as a certified Treatment 2 Operator at a treatment or production facility equivalent to a Water Treatment Operator Trainee at Jurupa Community Services District.
• Water Treatment Operator III: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience working in a water treatment facility equivalent to the Water Treatment Operator II at Jurupa Community Services District.
• Water Treatment Operator IV: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience working in a water treatment facility equivalent to the Water Treatment Operator III at Jurupa Community Services District. 

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• Water Treatment Operator II – IV: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment. Possession of, or successful acquisition within twelve (12) months of appointment, valid CPR/First Aid/AED Certifications, to be maintained throughout employment. Possession of, or successful acquisition within twelve (12) months of appointment, a valid District-provided Forklift Operator Certification, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Water Treatment Operator II: Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade II (D2) Certificate, to be maintained throughout employment. Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade II (T2) Certificate, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Water Treatment Operator III: Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade III (D3) Certificate, to be maintained throughout employment. Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade III (T3) Certificate, to be maintained throughout employment.
• Water Treatment Operator IV: Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Distribution Operator Grade IV (D4) Certificate, to be maintained throughout employment. Possession of a valid California State Water Resources Control Board Water Treatment Operator Grade IV (T4) Certificate, to be maintained throughout employment. 

GENEROUS BENEFITS

JCSD is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with professional development opportunities to support you at every stage of your career journey. As a JCSD employee, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:

• Ample time off (83 vacation hours, 98 sick hours, and 13 paid holidays).
• Generous medical benefits through CalPERS; the District contributes 85% of the CalPERS Kaiser premium.
• Dental Insurance through Delta Dental is fully covered by the District.
• Vision Insurance through VSP or EyeMed is covered for the employee only by the District.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance and a $100,000 life insurance policy provided by the District.
• Retirement plan through CalPERS.
• Classic members: 2.7% @ 55 & PEPRA members: 2% @ 62
• Certification pay is available (up to 5%) for certifications above and beyond job description requirements.
• Tuition Reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year.
• Opportunities to cross-train.
• Longevity pay (2.5%) is available after 10 years of service with the District.
• Employer match of $25 per pay period to deferred compensation plan.
• Additional benefits and much more!

JCSD is an equal opportunity employer, and all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment. JCSD will recruit, hire, and promote the best-qualified individuals for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class (“protected classes” as recognized by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, California Civil Rights Department, and California Labor Code).