Operator II, III, or IV

($44.41-$73.21/hour)

(Depending Upon Qualifications)

The District is seeking to fill one vacant Collection System Operator position.  This position will be filled at an Operator II, III, or IV level depending on experience and qualifications.

The Ojai Valley Sanitary District (District) provides sanitary sewer service, collection & treatment, for residents of the City of Ojai and the unincorporated Ojai Valley.

This position performs cleaning, maintenance, repair, and construction of wastewater collection lines at levels ranging from a journey- level Operator to an advanced journey-level Operator performing more complex and difficult repair and maintenance activities required. An Operator III or IV may functionally lead less experienced Operators. Operators of all levels operate under the supervision of the Collection System/Treatment Plant Operations Manager. In all Operator levels, as experience and skill increase, less supervision is required to perform the more complex tasks. This position requires frequent overtime, emergency call-outs, regularly scheduled standby duty, and some weekend availability.

Candidate must have the experience, knowledge, and ability to:

Perform skilled and semi-skilled advanced preventive and corrective maintenance on wastewater collection facilities including cleaning, repairs, and CCTV; Participate in construction, maintenance, and repair work involving the wastewater collection system; Operate heavy machinery to perform line cleaning, root control operations, debris removal, and disinfection operations; Provide technical information and assistance to management staff regarding assigned functions; assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures, and programs; Prepare and maintain a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to duties and assigned activities; Communicate with other staff, personnel, and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information.

Possession of a valid Class B California Drivers License and a driving record acceptable to District insurance carrier. Education equivalent to completion of twelfth grade or equivalent experience.

Operator II = Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to those assigned to the Collection System Operator I in the construction or maintenance of wastewater collection systems and appurtenant equipment. Possession of a Grade II Wastewater Collection System Certification from California Water Environment Association (CWEA).

Operator III = Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to those assigned to the Collection System Operator II in the maintenance of wastewater collection systems and appurtenant equipment. Possession of a Grade III Wastewater Collection System Certification from (CWEA).

Operator IV = Two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to those assigned to the Collection System Operator III in the maintenance of wastewater collection systems and appurtenant equipment. Possession of a Grade IV Wastewater Collection System Certification from (CWEA).

Applications and a full position description may be obtained on the District webpage www.ojaisan.org or from the District Office located at 1072 Tico Road, Ojai, California 93023, (805) 646-5548.

Candidates must submit a completed application, current resume, and current CWEA certification to the District office. These can be submitted via e-mail to alison.young@ojaisan.org

Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed agency application and required documents.

Applications will be accepted until 5: 00 p.m. Monday, October 19, 2026. 

EOE

**The District reserves the right to use the final candidate list to fill future vacancies of the same classification for a period of 12 months after the initial recruitment closes **

Salary/Compensation: $44.41 - $73.21 per hour

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