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Wastewater Reclamation Plant Operator III
- Palm Desert, California
- COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
$7,142.00 - $9,803.00 Monthly
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
Operations Supervisor, Wastewater
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- COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
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Director of Engineering
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- COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
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Program Manager - Imported Water Programs
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- COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
$9,603.00 - $13,112.00 Monthly
- Full Time
- Project Management
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
Engineering Manager
- Palm Desert, California
- COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
$14,986.00 - $20,924.00 Monthly
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Engineering
Deputy Director, Operations & Maintenance - Domestic, Electrical and Electronics
- Palm Desert, California
- COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
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- Administration and Management
- Building Maintenance
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- Utilities
- Other
Deputy Director, Operations & Maintenance - Sanitation and Facilities Maintenance
- Palm Desert, California
- COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
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- Full Time
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Wastewater Reclamation Plant Operator III
- Palm Desert, California United States
- COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
- Jun 16, 2026
- $7,142.00 - $9,803.00 Monthly - Full Time
COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT

CVWD was formed in 1918 to protect and conserve local water sources. Since then, the District has grown into a multifaceted agency that delivers irrigation and domestic (drinking) water, collects and recycles wastewater, provides regional storm water protection, replenishes the groundwater basin and promotes water conservation.
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- $7,142.00 - $9,803.00 Monthly
- Full Time
- Jun 16, 2026
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TITLE: Wastewater Reclamation Plant Operator III
SRN A32: $7,142 - $9,803, Monthly, Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Teamsters 1932
DEPARTMENT: Operations
Section: Sanitation - WRP 10
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP :
Reports to : Operations Supervisor, Wastewater; Crew Chief, Wastewater
Supervises the following positions : N/A

Promotional opportunity procedures will include the following: Review of minimum qualifications Review of personnel file, including but not limited: attendance history, disciplinary history, and performance evaluations Testing/ Assessments: Oral Interview(s)

DEFINITION: Under immediate or general supervision to direction, performs semi-skilled and skilled work in the operation and maintenance of a District wastewater reclamation plant facility, equipment, and processes; regulates influent and effluent flows within the system; performs repair work on facilities; performs basic laboratory testing and sample collection; and performs related work as required.

Essential Functions

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Monitors the operation of wastewater reclamation plant pumps, motors, and other equipment.
Reads gauges, dials, and other instruments that record plant operations; locates malfunctions in electrical control circuits, terminals, and switches.
Observes variations in operating conditions; interprets meter and gauge readings and test results to determine processing requirements; makes necessary adjustments.
Computes plant flows; utilizes a calculator and accurate samplings of influent, effluent and mixed liquor.
Calibrates meters and makes corrections; regulates pressures and flow rates in accordance with demand.
Makes visual inspections of plant operations; locates and corrects operational problems; maintains appropriate records and logs.
Inspects, cleans and maintains lift stations; inspects pumps, valves, motors, filters, meters, and related plant equipment.
Collects various water and sewage samples for laboratory analysis and performs basic water quality analysis tests.
Changes chlorine cylinders and checks for chlorine leaks.
Wastes digested sludge in drying beds and removes dried sludge from beds.
Operates mobile cranes and other hoisting equipment; assists other departments in crane operations.
Maintains plant premises; sweeps floors, removes cobwebs, and hoses down specific areas; keep areas near equipment free from debris; washes assigned work vehicle; performs general grounds maintenance outside plant facilities.
May assist in the training of less experienced operators.
Assists the Shift Supervisor with the planning, coordinating, and scheduling of the overall plant operation during assigned shifts.
Maintains work, time, and material records.
Provides recommendations regarding needed parts and suppliers.
Observes safe work methods and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cvwd/classspecs for the full job description.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to a High School Diploma.

Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in performing duties similar to a Wastewater Reclamation Plant Operator II with the District or other similar agency.

Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, to be maintained throughout employment. AND Possession of Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board, to be maintained throughout employment.

Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of wastewater reclamation plant operations.
Operating principles of valves, pumps, and motors.
Principles and practices of bacteriological and chemical sewage sample collection and analysis.
Principles and practices of mechanical, maintenance, and electrical systems.
Safe application, operation, and maintenance of tools and equipment used in course of work.
Occupational hazards and safety equipment and practices related to the work including confined space requirements.
Basic arithmetic.
Principles and procedures of record-keeping and reporting.
District and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and District staff.
The structure and content of the English language to effectively perform the work.
Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Operational characteristics, and the safe and proper use of, machinery, tools, equipment, and materials necessary to perform assigned duties.

Ability to:
Perform a variety of complex technical tasks in the installation, repair, and maintenance of equipment including pumps, motors, valves and related equipment and appurtenances.
Troubleshoot maintenance problems and make effective corrections; recognize and report unusual, inefficient or dangerous operating situations.
Read and interpret gauges and other recording devices found in wastewater treatment plant operations.
Take wastewater and sludge samples and perform routine laboratory tests.
Use a diverse range of diagnostic tools to identify maintenance needs.
Skillfully and safely operate a variety of equipment, vehicles, and power and hand tools used in the mechanical maintenance field.
Estimate necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
Prepare records and basic reports.
Read, interpret, and apply a wide variety of technical information from manuals, drawings, specifications, layouts, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
Make accurate arithmetic calculations.
Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and procedural guidelines.
Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

The Coachella Valley Water District provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package ensuring employees have many options to meet their healthcare, wellness and/or retirement savings goals. Providing employees with flexibility and support for all the different stages of life. Employees may pay some portion of their benefit premium costs based on the provisions of their labor-negotiated Memorandums of Understanding (MOU's) and the level of coverage they select. Additional information regarding CVWD employee benefits is available at https://www.cvwd.org/176/Benefits .

Closing Date/Time: 6/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT

CVWD was formed in 1918 to protect and conserve local water sources. Since then, the District has grown into a multifaceted agency that delivers irrigation and domestic (drinking) water, collects and recycles wastewater, provides regional storm water protection, replenishes the groundwater basin and promotes water conservation.
COACHELLA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
- Palm Desert, California, United States
- https://www.cvwd.org
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