Senior Water/Wastewater Services Worker / Water/Wastewater Services Supervisor

$35 - $57/Yr

County of Ventura (CA) - Ventura, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Ventura, CA

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The County of Ventura is seeking candidates for the positions of Senior Water/Wastewater Services Worker and Water/Wastewater Services Supervisor within the Public Works Agency, Water and Sanitation Department. These roles are critical for the operation, maintenance, and repair of water and wastewater service systems, as well as providing customer service and meter reading. The Senior Water/Wastewater Services Worker operates under limited supervision and may lead subordinate-level workers, while the Water/Wastewater Services Supervisor oversees operations and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Both positions require a strong commitment to safety and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Installs, operates and maintains water/wastewater distribution/collection systems including main and service lines, laterals, valves, air-vacs, fire hydrants and related equipment.
• Performs skilled work in assembling, laying and aligning water, reclaimed water/wastewater pipes; and locates and repairs leaks in water or reclaimed water/wastewater lines.
• Provides leadership to lower-level Water/Wastewater Services Workers, providing on-site lead supervision, assisting in training and instructing in safety and proper work methods.
• May be assigned a specific area of responsibility such as administering the automated meter reading system; overseeing wastewater treatment and reclaimed water distribution system operations.
• Performs semi- and skilled work in the operations and maintenance of water or reclaimed water/wastewater facilities, systems such as treatment plants, lift stations, water treatment facilities, filtration systems, wells, pump stations, turn-outs, pressure reducing stations, controls, grounds, and reservoirs.
• Performs manual labor and maintenance work; performs construction work and operates trucks and a variety of construction and maintenance equipment.
• Operates and maintains water production system including related facilities and equipment; and ensures functionality of water reclamation/wastewater systems.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of experience equivalent to that of a Water/Wastewater Services Worker II; OR completion of twenty-four (24) semester units of college course work in water or wastewater curriculum AND five (5) years of directly-related experience in the water or wastewater field.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California Class A driver's license with applicable endorsements (Sr. WWSW); employees who possess a Class A driver's license are subject to the United States Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced-level training or experience with automated meter reading systems, pumps, control valves, SCADA system, water and/or wastewater service construction, and/or other specialized areas within the assigned section.

Benefits

• New Hire Incentive up to 10% of the current annual base wage.
• General Salary Increase of 3.5% effective December 22, 2024.
• Merit Increases of 5% after 1,040 hours of satisfactory work and subsequent increases after each additional 2,080 hours.
• Educational Incentive of 2.5% for an associate degree, 3.5% for a bachelor's degree, or 5% for a graduate degree.
• Bilingual Incentive based on proficiency levels by exam.
• Flexible Workweek/Telework Schedule options.
• Vacation Accrual of approximately 14 days per year, increasing with years of service.
• Sick Leave accrual of 3.08 hours per bi-weekly pay period.
• Deferred Compensation participation with up to a 3.00% match on 401(k) contributions.
• Health Plans with a flexible credit allowance of up to $25,558 annually.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible expenses.
• Pension Plan participation with reciprocity with CalPERS.
• 12 paid holidays per year, including a floating holiday.
• Additional benefits including Tuition Reimbursement, Disability Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, and Wellness Program.