Job Description
The Treatment Plant Operator Trainee II assists higher-level operators in the operation, repair, and maintenance of the Agency's water treatment plants and related facilities. This entry-level role involves learning skilled plant operations under close supervision while recording, reporting, and logging plant operations, test effects, and maintenance work.
The role is based at the PCWA Business Center in Auburn, California, and reports to the Treatment Plant Operations Supervisor with technical guidance from the Lead Treatment Plant Operator.
This role suits people who possess a Water Treatment Operators Grade 2 certification and are looking to create a profession in water treatment operations.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $65,443 - $83,532 per year.
Qualification
You must grip a Water Treatment Operators Grade 2 certification. This entry-level position is designed for those learning position assignments under close supervision though progressing toward the Treatment Plant Operator level.
- Possession of a Water Treatment Operators Grade 2 certification.
- Ability to pick up proficient plant operations by assisting higher-level operators.
- Willingness to function under close supervision.
- Aptitude to record and report plant operations, test outcomes, and maintenance operate.
- Physical capacity to perform repair and maintenance jobs.
- Legitimate driver's license may be needed.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist with the operation of water treatment plants and related facilities.
- Perform routine maintenance and repair duties under supervision.
- Record and log plant operations information, test findings, and maintenance activities.
- Master and put in water treatment procedures and safety procedures.
- Help with monitoring plant equipment and systems.
- Support higher-level operators during plant operations.
- Track all safety and regulatory guidelines.
- Participate in training and competence development activities.
Conditions & Requirements
- Must have a Water Treatment Operators Grade 2 certification.
- Aptitude to work full-time schedule.
- Physical ability to perform manual labor and work equipment.
- Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
- May require to perform weekends, holidays, or on-call shifts.
- Must pass a background verify and drug screening.
- Sound California driver's license may be called for.
How You Will Be Evaluated
- Submission assess to verify minimum qualifications.
- Supplemental questionnaire assessment.
- Oral meeting or hands-on examination.
- Reference and background review.
- Conditional post provide subject to drug screening and medical evaluation.
Required Documents
- Finished online submission.
- Supplemental questionnaire responses.
- Proof of Water Treatment Operators Grade 2 certification.
- Resume (optional but recommended).
- Legitimate driver's license (if required).
Benefits
- Competitive pay span of $65,443 - $83,532 per year.
- Full-time employment with steady public sector agency.
- Chance for path advancement within the Treatment Plant Operator series.
- Training and development programs.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (typical for state positions).
- Retirement benefits through CalPERS or comparable.
- Paid time off and holidays.
How to Apply
- Call on the formal the authorized submission portal for Placer County Water Agency.
- Build or to your candidate account.
- Wrap up the online application form with precise personal and work history.
- Reply all supplemental questions thoroughly.
- Upload any needed documents, such as certification proof.
Additional Information
- This is an entry-level trainee role in the Treatment Plant Operator series.
- Incumbents function under close supervision whereas learning role tasks.
- The role is based at 144 Ferguson Road, Auburn, CA 95603.
- For questions, contact the Placer County Water Agency Human References department.
- The agency is an matching opening employer.
- Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to register.
- The cutoff for applications is August 4, 2026.
About Company
Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) is a public water agency serving Placer County, California. Its mission is to provide dependable, high-quality water solutions to the region. The agency works water treatment plants, distribution systems, and related infrastructure to gather the demands of residential, agricultural, and commercial users.
This role assists PCWA's commitment to secure and effective water treatment operations. Operating at PCWA presents a secure profession in public solution with openings for skilled rise in water treatment operations.
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