THIS IS A SPECIAL DISTRICTS POSITION  The Department of Public Works, Special Districts - Water and Sanitation Division is recruiting for Water Treatment Plant Operators II, who assist in the operation and maintenance of Water Treatment Systems. These positions are assigned to Special Districts only; work sites are located throughout the County, including high/low deserts, mountains, and valleys. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the safe and economical operation, maintenance, and supervision of all water distribution, water treatment, wastewater collection and wastewater treatment facilities; and to perform related work as required.  Positions of this class are characterized by having lead worker responsibilities.  Supervise and participate in the operation of water treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water; monitor gauges, meters and control panels; observe variations in operating conditions, interpreting meter and gauge readings and test results to determine processing requirement.  Optimizes water/wastewater treatment system's processes to ensure regulatory compliance and water quality objectives are maintained at all times.  Supervise and participate in the collection of samples and perform routine laboratory tests and analyses. * Official Title: Treatment Plant Operator II (Special Districts) EXCELLENT BENEFITS CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Working Conditions: Applicants must be able to perform heavy manual labor and work outdoors in varying weather conditions; work in desert and mountainous areas, remote locations, and other locations as needed; have the ability to drive in all weather conditions; and work weekends and holidays and respond to emergency calls as needed. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and have the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend over, and crawl for extended periods in the performance of job duties for this position. Health and Physical: Persons seeking appointment to this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties established by the San Bernardino County Special Districts Department. Certification: Must obtain State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) Water Treatment Operator Grade T3 within twenty-four (24) months of employment and a D2 certification within eighteen (18) months of employment or be terminated. License: Must obtain and maintain a CA Class A unrestricted driver license with tanker endorsement within eighteen (18) months of employment or be terminated. Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. A valid CA driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance is required at time of appointment. Assignment: Employees on call must respond by phone within one (1) hour. Employees may be assigned to one region but are expected to work any site located throughout the County, to meet the Department's needs. Incumbents are required to be available on-call evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed. Sites/locations encompass the mountains, the deserts, and the valleys. Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.  Must meet ALL of the following requirements: T2 Certification: Current Water Treatment Operator Grade T2, issued by the CA State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). (Attach copy to application.) D1 Certification:  Current Water Distribution Operator Grade D1, issued by the CA SWRCB. (Attach copy to application.) Experience:  Two (2) years of recent experience (within the last 5 years) in the operation, maintenance, and repair of a Water Treatment facility.  License:  Must possess a valid CA Class C or higher driver license.  NOTE:  Copy of required certificates MUST be attached to the application. The ideal candidate will possess CA SWRCB Water Distribution Operator Grade D3 and Water Treatment Operator Grade T3 certifications, as well as a CA Class A driver license. Possession of additional water certifications is highly desired. In addition, possession of San Bernardino County Back Flow certification and experience using SCADA computer program is also desired. Application Procedure: Complete and submit the application and Supplemental Questionnaire by Friday, October 25, 2024.  There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application, as well as the information provided as a response to the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application.  Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email.  We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.   If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627.  Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.   All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email.  Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. 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