APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled 1st Cut-off Date : Wednesday, April 25, 2012 (Postmarks Not Accepted) SALARY: $4,432 - $5,410 per month * Employees with Satisfactory performance, who start at the first step of this classification, receive wage increases after the first six months of service. Future increases occur at one-year intervals up to the maximum salary. BENEFITS: Employees in this organizational unit accrue time off effective the date of hire. Regular employees assigned to the normal forty (40) hours work week shall accrue vacation leave at the rate of 6.6667 hours for each full calendar month of service. Sick leave with pay for regular employees assigned to the normal forty (40) hour work week shall accrue at the rate of eight (8) hours of sick leave for each full calendar month of service and at the end of one year will have been compensated for thirteen (13) holidays. Retirement is provided by an integrated plan of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS 2.7% @ 55) and Social Security. The County pays 100% of employee costs for dental, optical, and medical coverage in the County-sponsored PPO plan and pays 74% of the costs for dependent coverage in the same plans. In addition, the County provides employee and dependent life insurance and an Employee Assistance Program. DEFINITION: Under general supervision, to operate, inspect, monitor, and adjust wastewater treatment plant operations to ensure proper processing and compliance with permits; to perform standard chemical and physical tests of wastewater; to perform repairs, maintenance and general upkeep of equipment and facilities; and to perform related work as required. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: This is the journey level in the Wastewater Treatment Systems Operator series, performing the full scope of operations and maintenance activities appropriate to the license level. Incumbents are required to have a Grade II Operator's certificate, and possess appropriate knowledge of wastewater treatment plant and system operations. This class is distinguished from Wastewater Treatment Systems Operator III which is a lead supervisory class and requires a Grade III Operator's certificate. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Illustrative Only) Essential: Monitors wastewater treatment plant operations and conditions by annunciator panel, visual inspection, meters, and gauges to ensure that processing and treated effluent meets permit requirements, and to verify proper operating conditions Calculates flow rates and interprets data Adjusts flow rates, and operates and adjusts a variety of plant and related equipment including clarifiers, bio-filters, aeration basins, pipe galley, polymer feed equipment, pumping stations, digesters, aeration ponds, etc. Monitors, regulates and maintains polymer, chlorine, sulfur dioxide, and ammonia systems and levels; calibrates valves and feeder systems; mixes chemicals and changes chemical containers Cleans, clears, and maintains a variety of plant equipment; performs scheduled preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and minor repairs such as plumbing, replacing valves and fittings, adjusting and replacing pump packings, and related; builds and repairs plant appurtenances Operates equipment such as backhoe, loader and tractor to turn or load solids in drying beds, trenching for pipe, etc. Reads, records and maintains logs of readout results, flow rates, chemical/physical conditions and treatment, and other information about plant and wastewater system operations Collects wastewater samples and observes chemical and physical parameters; performs and interprets basic laboratory tests Coordinates with and keeps others informed regarding plant status and needs, including relaying information about plant status, reporting major maintenance needs to appropriate personnel, and discussing plant problems with maintenance Skill in: Important: Monitors security of plant fences, gates and buildings and reports problems; performs housekeeping and maintenance duties around plant buildings and facilities Common hand and power tools used in minor plant maintenance Basic principles of microbiology and chemistry as pertains to wastewater treatment and discharge Basic arithmetic, including fractions, decimals, and proportions, and basic algebra Principles and practices of the processing and treatment of domestic, industrial and commercial wastewater Accepted chemical and physical parameters of wastewater processes and effluent Federal, state and local regulations and requirements governing wastewater processing, effluent, and record keeping Safety practices and precautions pertaining to the work, including techniques for handling and storing hazardous chemicals, working in exposure to bacteria and viruses, and hazardous gases associated with wastewater treatment Monitoring, controlling and adjusting wastewater flow and chemical treatment parameters Performing standard chemical and physical tests of wastewater and final effluent Performing basic repairs, cleaning and preventive maintenance of plant equipment and systems Working independently Understanding and carrying out oral and written directions Recognizing unusual or dangerous operating conditions Making sound judgments within established guidelines Reading meters and gauges accurately Reading and interpreting manuals and diagrams Preparing and maintaining accurate logs and records Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work QUALIFICATIONS: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of the processing and treatment of domestic, industrial and commercial wastewater Accepted chemical and physical parameters of wastewater processes and effluent Basic principles of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems Education and Experience: Equivalent to completion of high school, and two years of experience with a Grade I license performing duties at a level equivalent to Wastewater Treatment Systems Operator I with Nevada County. Licenses and Certificates : Possession of a valid California driver's license within 30 days of hire. Possession of a Grade II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate from the State of California Water Resources Control Board. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS LISTED UNDER REQUIREMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED APPLICATION. THE MINIMUM AT TIME OF COPIES OF DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES LISTED ON EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: Mobility and strength to lift and carry tools and chemical containers weighing up to 50 pounds; mobility to climb, stoop and crawl to perform inspection and maintenance, work on ladders and/or catwalks, and to work underground and in confined spaces; manual dexterity and arm strength to use tools and manipulate controls; vision to read dials and annunciators, printed materials, and work in reduced light; speech and hearing to communicate in person, by telephone and in noisy environments. Willingness and ability to work in exposure to inclement weather and temperature extremes and in controlled exposures to odors, bacteria, viruses, and hazardous chemicals and gases with appropriate precautions. Must work shifts including weekends and holidays, overtime and emergency call in. Some accommodation may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation. Other Requirements: Must maintain facial hair in such a way as to ensure proper fit of respiratory safety equipment. This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform jobrelated duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills. SELECTION PROCESS: All applications will be reviewed by a preliminary screening committee. Applicants who pass the screening may be invited to appear before an oral examination board, which will evaluate education, experience and personal qualifications of job applicants. Appointment will be based upon the results of a personal interview by the hiring department. NOTE: The screening process can take up to 3 weeks. All applicants will be notified of the final decision by mail. Successful candidates will be fingerprinted and may be subject to preemployment drug tests and background check. NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY: Nevada County policy prohibits discrimination in employment or in the provision of services because of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, sex, physical handicap (including AIDS), medical condition (cancer related), age (over 40), marital or domestic partner status or sexual orientation. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply for employment. We will give fair consideration to all applicants, including persons with disabilities capable of performing the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. The Human Resources Director coordinates the administration of this policy. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least five working days before a scheduled examination/interview to request accommodation in the examination/interview process. FOR APPLICATION INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Nevada County Human Resources Department, Eric Rood Administrative Center, 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959-8617, JOB LINE (530) 265-1225 (Option 1) FAX: (530) 265-9841 or visit www.mynevadacounty.com. COPIES OF DEGREES, TRANSCRIPTS, CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES LISTED ON EMPLOYMENT APPLICATIONS MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE APPLICATION. The Human Resources Department will not return any documents submitted in the application process, including copies of job applications for future reference. Resumes attached to a completed application are welcome, but they will not be considered in lieu of a completed application. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, any person hired by the County of Nevada must produce certain documents establishing his/her identity and right to work. In addition, the law requires any person who is hired to attest, under penalty of perjury, to his/her employment eligibility on a form prepared by the U.S. Department of Justice. County of Nevada - Job Opportunity - Wastewater Treatment System Operator II Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at time of application Retirement benefits of 2.7% @ 55 Final Filing Date Open Until Filled 1st Cut-off Date: April 25, 2012