SENIOR PLANT OPERATOR / WASTEWATER

OPEN/PROMOTIONAL RECRUITMENT
FLSASTATUS: Non Exempt

TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: Week of May 7, 2026 (Candidates may need to appear in person for the examination.)
NOW HIRING: SENIOR PLANT OPERATOR
City of Stockton – Municipal Utilities Department (Wastewater Division)

The City of Stockton is seeking a skilled and dedicated Senior Plant Operator to join our Wastewater Division team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in protecting public health and the environment while working in a dynamic and essential field.

Position Overview
Under supervision, the incumbent will have the lead responsibility for planning, scheduling, coordinating, directing, and reviewing the effective and efficient operation and monitoring of the water or wastewater treatment system during an assigned shift in addition to operating and monitoring various plant equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform wastewater inflow monitoring and treatment operations
• Oversee effluent processing and system performance
• Conduct laboratory sampling and analysis
• Supervises the compilation and maintenance of operations records; prepares periodic and special reports of work performed.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and operational protocols

Work Schedule
This position works a 12-hour shift, rotating periodically between day and night shifts.

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on environmental sustainability
• Work with a dedicated and experienced team
• Gain leadership experience in a critical public service role

These lists may be used to fill future vacancies.

Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to pass a back evaluation examination by a City Physician, and submit to and successfully pass a drug screen and background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.

Under supervision, the incumbent will have the lead responsibility for planning, scheduling, coordinating, directing, and reviewing the effective and efficient operation and monitoring of the water or wastewater treatment system during an assigned shift in addition to operating and monitoring various plant equipment.

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Education:

Possession of a high school diploma or GED.

Experience/Certifications:

Senior level

If assigned to Wastewater: Valid California Grade III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate.

If assigned to Water: Valid California Grade T-3 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certificate.

Licenses:

Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license.

The Examination:

Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include a training and experienceexamination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.

Notes:

• After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notice as proof of filing.
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In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.