machine operator

machine operator San Francisco, CA

Presidio Trust
Full Time San Francisco, CA 95971 - 12.04 USD HOURLY Today
Job description

The Presidio Trust is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator who will support the Infrastructure Stewardship. Once an Army Base, the Presidio of San Francisco is now a new kind of national park. The 1,500-acre Presidio is richly layered in history, is a natural oasis for wildlife, plants, and people, and offers iconic views known around the world. In its third decade as a park, public awareness and enjoyment of this exceptional place continues to grow.

This is a full-time position with benefits and a starting at $46.14 per hour. This position is included in a bargaining unit, specifically The Laborer’s International Union of North America, Local 792, United Public Employees of California. Applications received by June 21, 2023, will receive first consideration.

Responsibilities

· Operates and/or monitors electric motors, pumps, and valves to regulate flow of raw water into treatment plant. Set dosages for specified amounts of chemicals such as chlorine, fluoride and alum into water or adjust automatic devices that admit specified amounts of chemical into tanks to disinfect and clarify water.

· Monitors water Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), system to include in‐line mixers and flocculators, gravity filters, and a variety of water quality instruments. Cleans sedimentation tanks, and pumps treated water into water reservoir.

· Cleans filter beds, using backwashing.

· Tests water samples to determine chlorine content, fluoride content, pH, turbidity, and temperature, nitrite, and ammonia. Monitors pumps and tank levels; reads meters, exercise distribution main valves and hydrants.

· Records data, such as residual content of chemicals, water turbidity and contact time.

· Performs minor repairs to machines and equipment.

· Performs routine cleaning of plant facilities.

· Conducts Inventory for supplies and prepares requisitions to replenish supply stock. Makes independent judgements and decisions within the framework of written and oral instructions and accepted practices, processes and procedures while completing assignments.

· Other duties as assigned, associated with the operation of vital functions for water operations as needed.

· Employee is required to work weekends, holidays and shift duties as required.

Required Qualifications

· Associate degree (A.A.) or Equivalent; or Two (2) years of college or technical school; or Six (6) months to one (1) year related experience and/or training; or Equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Valid CA Driver’s license.

· Grade T2 Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification.

· Grade D1 Water Distribution Operator Certification (required within 1 year of employment).

· Backflow Device Tester Certificate (required within 1 year of employment).

· Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence.

· Ability to communicate effectively before groups of customers or Trust Water Department employees.

· Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as statistical trend analysis and algebra; Understanding of concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form; and deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Desired Qualifications

· A passion for the mission and values of the Presidio Trust.

About the Department

The Presidio Trust Water Department maintains both the water production and water distribution systems necessary to provide clean, safe drinking water to the equivalent of a small city. This includes ensuring adequate water supply and flows to meet all fire protection, irrigation, and domestic use. Our historic Water Treatment Plant, located near Baker Beach, draws its source water from Lobos Creek, the last free flowing stream in San Francisco. Daily flows average 1.4 MGD of which approximately .5‐1.0 MGD is diverted to our Treatment Plant, treated, and distributed to the park wide to 1500 service connections.

Driver’s License Investigation & Review

This position requires a current, valid Driver’s License prior to starting work, and maintenance of a driver’s license throughout occupancy of the position. You will be subject to a driver’s license investigation as a New Entrant, and annual driver’s license reviews thereafter. An individual’s granting of an investigation and resulting reports thereafter is voluntary, however, employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a driver’s license investigation. The Trust may refuse to hire an individual, rescind an offer of employment, or review and terminate the employment of a current employee who does not successfully complete the driver’s license investigation.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

All Presidio Trust employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption. Employment is contingent upon submitting a COVID-19 Certification of Vaccination or qualifying for an exemption when hired.

The Presidio Trust is an equal opportunity employer, offering a competitive benefits package. To apply, download the employment application from our website at www.presidio.gov/presidio-trust/jobs and submit your application to our email address listed on our website.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46.14 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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About Presidio Trust

CEO: Jean Fraser
Revenue: Less than $1 million (USD)
Size: 1 to 50 Employees
Type: Government
Website: www.presidio.gov

machine operator
Presidio Trust

www.presidio.gov
San Francisco, CA
Jean Fraser
Less than $1 million (USD)
1 to 50 Employees
Government
National Agencies
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