Job Duties:The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position to operate, monitor, inspect and maintain a water treatment plant and its related facilities.

Description: The Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position to operate, monitor, inspect and maintain a water treatment plant and its related facilities.

Any qualified individual may apply.This is a non-exempt position and part of the Utility Services and Maintenance Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Water Treatment Plant Senior Shift Operator/Operator/Apprentice vacancies that may occur within the District through January 23, 2020.

The position will be filled at the appropriate level (Senior Shift Operator, Operator, Operator Apprentice) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Operate all necessary Water treatment equipment essential in treating, transmitting, storing, and delivering potable water, compute chemical dosages and flow rates;
• Operate pumps, valves and other equipment manually and remotely;
• Inspect, adjust, and maintain equipment;
• Physical, chemical and bacteriological analysis of water;
• Maintain necessary records and reports;
• Observe and enforce District safety rules;
• Control plant operation using SCADA and PC based computer systems;
• Use proper chemical applications and storage.

This job involves shift, weekend, and holiday work, including rotating or relief shifts.

Other Related Duties
Other duties as assigned.

Senior Shift Operator

In addition to the duties of the Water Treatment Plant Operator/Apprentice, the Senior Shift Operator duties may include the following:

• Supervise and train personnel in plant operation and maintenance activities;

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be:

Senior Shift Operator

Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Formal course work in water treatment.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience operating a water treatment plant as an operator in charge of a shift.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of a conventional/direct filtration water treatment facility and appurtenances;
• Knowledge of membrane water treatment facility and appurtenances;
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations;
• Knowledge of drinking water regulations;
• Knowledge of pumps, hydraulics, electricity and mechanical devices;
• Knowledge of basic laboratory and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to train and instruct personnel, assess changing conditions and initiate appropriate action;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision;
• Ability to prepare clear, complete and concise written reports;
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction;
• Ability to perform all duties in a safe manner;
• Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others.

Special Requirements: Must have a  Water Treatment Operator Certificate (T3) and Water Distribution Operator Certificate (D2) issued by the State of California Department of Health Services at the time of appointment . Must obtain, within 18 months of appointment a Water Treatment Operator Certificate (T4) and maintain thereafter.   Must have a valid California Class C driver’s license.

Operator/Apprentice

Any combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent plus formal course work in water treatment.

Experience: Operator: Successful completion of the Water Treatment Plant Apprentice Program or equivalent program in Water Treatment Operation. Operator Apprentice: no experience necessary.

Knowledge of:

• Conventional/direct filtration water treatment facility and appurtenances;
• Membrane water treatment facility and appurtenances;
• Safety rules and regulations;
• Drinking water regulations;
• Pumps, hydraulics, electricity and mechanical devices and basic laboratory and maintenance procedures.

Ability to:

• Assess changing conditions and initiate appropriate action; prepare clear, complete and concise written reports; follow oral and written instruction; work cooperatively and communicate effectively with others.

Special Requirements: WTP Operator must have a  Water Treatment Operator Certificate (T3) and Water Distribution Operator Certificate (D2) issued by the State of California Department of Health Services at the time of appointment.

WTP Operator and Apprentice must have a valid California Class C drivers license.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application. In addition, a resume describing experience and qualifications for the position is recommended. Application screening will begin on or after Friday, February 15, 2019. Applications received after this date are not guaranteed consideration.  
 
Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process, which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual’s skills through (1) written test; (2) oral interview; and (3) review of personnel file.  The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the selection process.
 
Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-2922 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE AND OFFICIAL EDUCATION TRANSCRIPTS, PASS A MEDICAL EXAM INCLUDING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN, AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK.

INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

1. *How many years of experience do you have operating a water treatment plant as an operator in charge of a shift?

• • No Experience
  • 1-2 Years Experience
  • 3-5 Years Experience
  • 6 or more Years Experience

2. *Do you have the ability to obtain a valid California Department of Public Health Water Treatment Operators Certificate, Grade 4 (T4) within 18 months of hire?

• • Yes
  • No
  • Currently possess a T4

3. *Please select the highest California Department of Public Health Water Treatment Operators Certificate that you currently hold.

• • None
  • T1
  • T2
  • T3
  • T4
  • T5

4. *Please select the highest California Department of Public Health Water Distribution Operators Certificate that you have obtained.

• • None
  • D1
  • D2
  • D3
  • D4
  • D5

5. *Please list the type and size of the water treatment plant processes that you have experience operating. Be sure to indicate at which employer you gained your experience.

6. *Have you successfully completed the MID Water Treatment Plant Apprentice Program or equivalent program in Water Treatment Operation?
   • Yes
   • No

7. *If you answered “yes” to Question #6, list the where you completed your apprenticeship, the length of your apprenticeship, and the date of completion.

* Required Question

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