Classes in this series perform a wide variety of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled work in all phases of the operation, maintenance, repair, and light construction activities associated with potable water treatment, wastewater treatment, water distribution, collection and disposal systems; and perform other related work as required. Incumbents may work in one or more of the following areas: (a) potable water treatment operations; (b) wastewater treatment operations; or (c) water distribution operations, water supply and wastewater collection and dam and flood control operations.
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Note: This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time.

Minimum Qualifications:

All levels: Graduation from high school or possession of a general educational development (GED) certificate.

Water Systems Worker Trainee: No experience required.

Wastewater Systems Worker I: One year of qualifying experience as a wastewater treatment plant operator or equivalent in accordance with the SWRCB (Chapter 26, Title 23 of the California Code of Regulations).

Wastewater Systems Worker II: Two years of experience as Wastewater Systems Worker I or equivalent in accordance with the SWRCB (Chapter 26, Title 23 of the California Code of Regulations).

Wastewater Systems Worker III: Three years of experience as a Wastewater Systems Worker II or equivalent in accordance with the SWRCB (Chapter 26, Title 23 of the California Code of Regulations). 

Licenses and Certificates:
Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid CALIFORNIA driver license will be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
 
Wastewater Systems Worker Trainee: No certificate required. Within 24 months of appointment must possess a valid SWRCB Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade I Certification.

Wastewater Systems Worker I: Possession of a valid SWRCB Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade I Certification or equivalent. Within 24 months of appointment must possess a SWRCB Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certification, which must be maintained throughout employment.

Wastewater Systems Worker II: Possession of a valid SWRCB Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade II Certification or equivalent. Within 36 months of appointment must possess a SWRCB Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade III Certification, which must be maintained throughout employment.

Wastewater Systems Worker III: Possession of a valid SWRCB Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Grade III or higher Certification or equivalent, which must be maintained throughout employment

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. To apply for this position, click "apply" at the top of this page. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. 

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us. Confidential inquiries are welcomed. 

For more information on the Public Works Department, Please visit our website at:Public Works-County of San Luis Obispo (ca.gov).