Wastewater Treatment Operator - 4123

DUTIES

$116,259; $128,975; and $136,012 (flat-rated)

NOTES :

Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.Higher salaries may be paid for night work.Candidates who possess either a Grade 3, 4, or 5 certificate for Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants may be entitled to an additional biweekly bonus, pursuant to the MOU. DUTIES

A Wastewater Treatment Operator operates wastewater treatment, reclamation, sludge processing, and air pollution control equipment at a wastewater treatment plant. Wastewater Treatment Operators at the higher pay grade may serve as a lead worker.

NOTE :

A Wastewater Treatment Operator may be required to work nights, weekends and holidays. The working conditions in this class are unpleasant due to the presence of wastewater and its products. Some personal hazards are involved in working in high places, around moving machinery, and in contact with toxic gases and chemicals such as chlorine, hydrogen sulfide gas or coagulants.

REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

1. Current employment with the City of Los Angeles as a Plant Equipment Trainee with completion of one year of experience with the Bureau of Sanitation; or

2. Current employment with the Bureau of Sanitation and completion of the Plant Equipment Trainee program and one year of experience with the Bureau of Sanitation; and

3. Possession of a Grade 1 Certificate for Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.

PROCESS NOTES

1. Some positions may require the wearing of a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) under hazardous and emergency conditions. Facial hair that comes in contact or any conditions that interferes with the face to face piece seal is not acceptable under the Cal/OSHA regulation.

2. A Grade 3 Certificate issued by the State Water Resource Control Board is highly desired, but not required.

3. Applicants must attach a copy of their Grade 1 Certificate for Operation of Wastewater Treatment Plants issued by the State Water Resources Control Board at the time of filing. The certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the certificate. Applicants who fail to submit the Grade 1 Certificate at the time of filing by not attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered further in this examination.

4. A valid Class C driver’s license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will not be eligible for appointment to these positions if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major violation (such as DUI).

5. Because this classification has been designated as “Safety Sensitive” in accordance with City Policy, a drug and alcohol screening test may be required prior to appointment and during employment.

WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity .

NOTE :

Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications must be received by THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2025 .

SELECTION PROCESS

Examination Weight:Application Review: 100%

The examination will consist entirely of review of candidates’ City employment application by Personnel Department staff to ensure that minimum requirements are met. Since these reviews will be made solely on the basis of the written information contained on the candidate’s City employment application, it is each candidate’s responsibility to ensure that the application is complete with accurate descriptions of relevant experience.

NOTES :

As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.A final average score of 70% or higher is required to be placed on the eligible list.In accordance with Civil Service Rule, Sec. 4.24, review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in Sec. 4.20, 4.22 and 4.23 as applicable and within the required time frame; however, the Personnel Department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.

Notice :

If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.

THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ON ANOPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS

The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees:

http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html

Closing Date/Time: 4/10/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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