Job Description
Salary $49,046.40 - $62,608.00 Annually Location Morro/Bay/Los Osos/Cayucos, CA Job Type Permanent - Hourly Job Number 0126PM-009686-01 Department Public Works Division 40515 PW Resources Div Opening Date 01/23/2026 Closing Date 2/6/2026 11:59 PM Pacific DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS About the Position The Wastewater Utilities Division within the Public Works Department is seeking professional individuals who can perform as Wastewater Systems Workers at the Trainee, I, II, or III levels.The ideal candidate will have experience operating advanced wastewater treatment systems and sewer collections systems and be able to make operational decisions appropriate for the position level.The ideal candidate will also possess strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills, a high level of initiative, and a passion for public service.The position requires commitment to workplace safety activities, practices, and standards.We seek someone who works effectively in a teamwork environment, holds themselves and others to the highest degree of accountability and integrity, and can work on different wastewater collection and treatment systems throughout the County, adjusting quickly to changing job priorities with a positive attitude.The position will be assigned primarily to wastewater collection system tasks and projects, including operation and maintenance of lift stations, pumps, sewer collection lines, and other infrastructure, as well as performing spill response and other related duties.Candidates with a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Certification are highly preferred.For more information regarding the Public Works Department, please visit our website at Public Works - County of San Luis Obispo.Click here for the detailed job description for Wastewater Systems Worker Trainee.Click here for the detailed job description for Wastewater Systems Worker I.Click here for the detailed job description for Wastewater Systems Worker II.Click here for the detailed job description for Wastewater Systems Worker III.This recruitment may be used to fill future permanent, substitute, limited term, and temporary positions, both full-time and part-time throughout the County.The Ideal Candidate Education and Experience All levels:Graduation from high school or possession of a general educational development (GED) certificate.Wastewater Systems Worker Trainee:No experience required Wastewater Systems Worker I:One year of qualifying experience as a wastewater treatment plant operator or equivalent in accordance with the SWRCB (Chapter 26, Title 23 of the California Code of Regulations).Wastewater Systems Worker II:Two years of experience as Wastewater Systems Worker I or equivalent in accordance with the SWRCB (Chapter 26, Title 23 of the California Code of Regulations).Wastewater Systems Worker III:Three years of experience as a Wastewater Systems Worker II or equivalent in accordance with the SWRCB (Chapter 26, Title 23 of the California Code of Regulations).How to Apply Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date.Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca.Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process.We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.An initial application review will be conducted.Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process.Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us.Confidential inquiries are welcomed.For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at www.slocounty.ca.gov.Reasonable Accommodation Notice Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.Please call 805-781-5959 for assistance or e-mail hr@co.slo.ca.us for more information.Veteran's Preference Points If you are applying for employment with the County of San Luis Obispo and you served in the United States Armed Forces, you may be eligible for veteran's preference points as part of the recruitment process.Some dependents and survivors of eligible veterans may also be eligible for prefer