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We’re hiring a *Plant Manager (Chief Operator)* to oversee water operations in California.
Only those with a California T4 or higher Water Treatment Operator Certification (AWTO Certification) will be considered. If you do not meet the minimum qualification, we encourage you to explore other open positions that are a closer match.
This is your chance to:
* Lead and mentor a skilled team and grow your career
* Ensure safe, reliable water for communities
* Collaborate with clients & regulators
* Drive innovation and compliance
*What You Bring:*
* *California T4 or higher Water Treatment Operator Certification (AWTO Certification*)
* 5+ years in water/wastewater facility operations
* Management/leadership experience
Why Inframark? We invest in your growth with competitive pay, strong benefits, and career advancement opportunities—while you make a real impact on public health and the environment.
Ready to lead? Apply today and join a team that’s shaping the future of water.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $140,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person

Job Description

Job Title: Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator – Grade I

Department : Asset Management

Reports To: Chief Plant Operator

Location: Camp Pendleton WWTP’s

Classification: Non-Exempt

Normal Business Hours: Varies, Rotating schedule to cover 24/7/365 staffing

Job Objective - Reporting directly to the Chief Plant Operator or designee, the Grade I Operator has responsibility for assisting in the successful operation and maintenance of the Camp Pendleton WWTP’s and assisting as necessary in the operation and maintenance of other PERC Water projects as needed.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

•Operates, inspects, cleans, repairs, replaces and maintains piping, valves, motors, grinders, pumps, aerators, screens, compressors, filters, clarifiers, UV disinfection system, chemical feed systems and related equipment; assists in major treatment plant repairs as necessary.

•Performs treatment plant rounds inspecting, monitoring, and documenting plant operations by reading plant equipment gauges, dials, computer screens, graphs, and other instrumentation; making adjustments to process controls as directed by the Operations Manager; identifying operational problems and ensuring they are corrected; ensuring that plants are operating within safety standards established by federal, state, and local laws, ordinances and regulations.

•Performs general, grounds, and preventive maintenance and repair in and around plant facilities including lubricating equipment, washing process equipment; performs landscape duties including mowing, edging, and weed abatement.

•Notifies Lead WWTP Operator when consumables inventories are low.

•Operates a variety of tools, and equipment necessary to maintain the wastewater treatment plant system and equipment.

•Performs basic skilled water pollution control laboratory testing and analysis; takes samples; adheres to quality assurance programs for laboratory analysis and instrumentation. Prepares and updates records and logs in compliance with state and federal mandates for reporting.

•Ability to work at other locations

•Perform supervised equipment maintenance

•Perform house-cleaning activities such as dusting, mopping etc.

•Performs a wide variety of general and semiskilled maintenance activities (e.g. carpentry, painting, electrical, etc.) for the purpose of completing projects within established time frames.

•Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems.

•Communicate any problems/issues to the Lead WWTP Operator

•Assists skilled maintenance workers/sub-contractors with projects (e.g. transporting and/or securing materials, completing specific tasks, etc.) for the purpose of completing projects in a safe, efficient manner.

Maintain tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition.

•Responds to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.

•Transports a variety of tools, equipment and supplies for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at the job site.

•Promote and adhere to PERC’s written corporate Safety program

•All other tasks as assigned by the Chief Plant Operator or designee.

•Maintain acceptable attendance per PERC standards

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

1.General computer skills including good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Ability to learn CMMS program used on site.

2.Excellent team-working and communications skills to enable effective interaction with other PERC Water personnel, including peers. Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

3.Ability to attain and maintain access to jobsite. Restricted access site on Federal property requiring client-provided background check and authorization.

4.Ability to work various shifts, including overnight, to ensure contractual requirements to staff facilities 24/7. Shifts may be assigned at 8, 10, or 12 hours of time.

5.Physical:

•Body Positions: Standing, sitting for extended periods of time, walking.

•Body Movements: Use of hands, eyes, ears, arms and voice. Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 40 pounds on a regular basis.

•Must be able to climb up and down stairs and ladders and climb into process tanks and enclosures

•Must be able to climb on, or into facility equipment and systems (Confined Space Training required).

•Must be able to work weekends, nights or holidays as needed.

•On call availability as scheduled

•Must be able to travel from jobsite to jobsite within in the area

•Occasional Travel Required

6.Mental:

•Language ability includes reading, writing, spelling, and the ability to communicate clearly on business topics in English.

Education, Professional Credentials and Experience

1.High School Diploma or equivalent

2.Current California Grade I Wastewater Certification required

3.1-2 years of previous experience in a similar position

4.Valid CA driver’s license

5.Degree a plus but not required

Work Conditions

Jobsite (Wastewater reclamation facility) indoor and outdoor

Description

Performs a variety of general cleaning tasks to maintain patient rooms, offices, hallways and other assigned areas of the hospital.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at St Joseph Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualification:

• On the job training.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act."

About the Team

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Requsition ID:
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Environmental Services
Job Function: Operations
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Evening
Career Track: Admin Support
Department: 7001 PSJMC ENVIRON SVCS
Address: CA Burbank 501 S Buena Vista St
Work Location: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Ctr-Burbank
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $24.00 - $30.50
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Description

Performs a variety of general cleaning tasks to maintain patient rooms, offices, hallways and other assigned areas of the hospital.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at St Joseph Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualification:

• On the job training.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act."

About the Team

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Requsition ID:

Company: Providence Jobs

Job Category: Environmental Services

Job Function: Operations

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Evening

Career Track: Admin Support

Department: 7001 PSJMC ENVIRON SVCS

Address: CA Burbank 501 S Buena Vista St

Work Location: Providence Saint Joseph Medical Ctr-Burbank

Workplace Type: On-site

Pay Range: $24.00 - $30.50

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

1. Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Guthrie's values and supports the organizational mission and vision.
2. Performs inpatient, outpatient and/or office cleaning to ensure clean and aseptic environment.
3. Reports maintenance issues to management (burned out lights, wall damage, leaking faucets, EVS equipment etc.). Reports regulatory or safety issues to management.
4. Maintains equipment, cart and closet in clean and safe working conditions, including ensuring appropriate levels of supplies are readily available.
5. Identifies and segregates waste according to applicable state, federal and local regulations.
6. Remains compliant with all annual training requirements and participates in regular training to ensure a continued understanding of departmental policies and procedures.
7. Participates in team meetings, working groups and committees as needed to assist in developing processes within the department.
8. Operates Epic Rovers and vocera systems to facilitate effective communications within the department and to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
9. Assist in the training of new hires in the assigned areas.

1. It is understood that this description is not intended to be all inclusive and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of this position.

1. Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Guthrie's values and supports the organizational mission and vision.
2. Performs inpatient, outpatient and/or office cleaning to ensure clean and aseptic environment.
3. Reports maintenance issues to management (burned out lights, wall damage, leaking faucets, EVS equipment etc.). Reports regulatory or safety issues to management.
4. Maintains equipment, cart and closet in clean and safe working conditions, including ensuring appropriate levels of supplies are readily available.
5. Identifies and segregates waste according to applicable state, federal and local regulations.
6. Remains compliant with all annual training requirements and participates in regular training to ensure a continued understanding of departmental policies and procedures.
7. Participates in team meetings, working groups and committees as needed to assist in developing processes within the department.
8. Operates Epic Rovers and vocera systems to facilitate effective communications within the department and to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
9. Assist in the training of new hires in the assigned areas.

1. It is understood that this description is not intended to be all inclusive and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of this position.