Chemical Plant Operator jobs in Santa Maria, CA

We Are Seeking

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our citizens while offering the opportunity for professional growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment. Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator I, II & III. Gilbert has two Water Treatment Plants; our North Water Treatment Plant is located at 2865 E. Guadalupe and our San Tan Vista Water Treatment Plant is located at 3695 E. Ocotillo Rd. Our current vacancy is located at our North Water Treatment Plant.

The Water Treatment Plant Operator reports to the Water Treatment Plant Utility Supervisor. The primary function of a Water Treatment Plant Operator is to operate the water treatment plant including supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system or manually. Conduct minor plant and equipment maintenance including general housekeeping and provide assistance to maintenance staff. Perform laboratory analysis and jar test to determine optimum chemical dosages. Additionally, the Water Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for keeping log books, lab books, lab reports, midnight daily total reports, inspection reports, backwash logs and updating ozone database.

The individual selected will operate and monitor water treatment plant systems using DCS and SCADA computer systems, conduct visual plant inspections, monitor plant operations and processes, ability to work with and around treatment Chemicals in a safe manner, detect problems to ensure proper operation and make process decisions as deemed appropriate. Operators also assist in maintenance and repair mechanical and electrical plant equipment and machinery as necessary. Additionally, we train new employees in the operations and maintenance of Two Surface Water Treatment Plants utilizing the latest in treatment technology focused on continuous quality improvement.

About You

You are someone who effectively exceeds customer needs by building productive relationships and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.

At Team Gilbert, we hire innovative, forward-thinking problem-solvers who love what they do! In addition to possessing the ability to live out our core and functional values daily.

Candidates for a Level I Operator must possess the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience in surface water treatment plant operations, could be supplemented by vocational/technical training in water treatment plant operations, water distribution systems or related equipment maintenance.
• Must obtain an ADEQ Grade 1 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification within six months of hire. Must obtain an ADEQ Grade 1 Water Distribution System Operator certification within 1 year of hire.
• Please see the requirements below to promote to Operator II.
• Pay range for a Water Treatment Plant Operator I is $24.99 - $36.23.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 years or more of technical training beyond high school in water treatment.
• 2 - 5 years of experience in public sector water distribution system and in water treatment.
• Grade 2 Water Treatment Certification and a Grade 2 Water Distribution Certification at the time of hire or promotion.
• Pay range for a Water Treatment Plant Operator II is $28.30 - $41.04.

• Candidates for a Level III Operator must possess the following requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4 years or more of technical training beyond high school in water treatment.
• 2 years of experience in public sector water distribution system and 4 years of experience in water treatment.
• Grade 3 Water Treatment Certification and a Grade 3 Water Distribution Certification at the time of hire or promotion.
• Pay range for a Water Treatment Plant Operator III is $30.15 - $45.23.

We Are Team Gilbert

Up For the Challenge

In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement and more.

Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community, and get excited about doing interesting work that matters We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.

Let's get this adventure started!

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.