Wastewater and Storm Operations Supervisor

City of Chino, CA

• $97K — $129K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Completion of 12th grade with specialized training in wastewater or stormwater management.
  • 4 years of experience in wastewater collection maintenance, including 3 years in a supervisory role.
  • Valid Class C Commercial California Driver's License.
  • CWEA Collection System Maintenance Grade II Certification upon employment.
  • Ability to obtain CWEA Collection System Maintenance Grade III Certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and supervise wastewater and stormwater operations and maintenance.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with necessary reporting and recordkeeping.
  • Coordinate and manage field operations and emergency responses.
  • Investigate and resolve customer concerns related to system issues.
  • Review utility plans and collaborate with contractors and regulatory agencies.
  • Administer the operating budget and monitor spending.
  • Promote excellent customer service and interdepartmental cooperation.

Benefits

  • PERS retirement options for eligible employees.
  • City-provided life insurance worth $100,000.
  • Health insurance benefit with monthly cash-out option.
  • 12 days of paid vacation annually.
  • 12 holidays and additional floating holidays provided.
  • Sick leave and management leave available.
  • Bilingual pay and long-term disability coverage offered.
Full Job Description
Salary : $97,842.00 - $129,396.00 Annually
Location : City Hall, 13220 Central Ave, Chino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 09/24/2026
Closing Date: 10/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt

Job Description
PENDIING CITY COUNCIL'S APPROVAL:

The Wastewater and Storm Operations Supervisor classification is currently pending City Council approval. Appointment to this position is contingent upon the formal adoption of this classification.

Duties/Responsibilities
What You'll Do

As our new Wastewater and Storm Operations Supervisor, you will:
  • Plan, organize, supervise, and review wastewater collection and stormwater maintenance, inspection, repair, and operations.
  • Oversee regulatory compliance, including CIWQS/SSO reporting, NPDES/MS4 requirements, recordkeeping, and implementation of the SSMP.
  • Coordinate field operations, emergency response, equipment, materials, staffing, training, safety, and performance management.
  • Investigate system issues and customer concerns; coordinate corrective actions and prepare required reports.
  • Review utility plans and coordinate projects with Public Works divisions, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public.
  • Prepare and administer the operating budget and monitor expenditure.
  • Promote effective customer service, interdepartmental collaboration, safety, and compliance with City policies and applicable regulations.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has knowledge of wastewater and stormwater operations, maintenance, safety, and emergency response.
  • Can lead, supervise, and develop staff and understand personnel management.
  • Understands applicable laws, regulations, permits, and industry standards, including NPDES, MS4, and SWECB requirements.
  • Has ability to respond effectively to emergencies, system failures, and SSOs.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

  • Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by specialized training in wastewater collection, stormwater management, or a related field.
  • Experience: Four (4) years of experience in wastewater collection system maintenance and operations, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or lead role.


  • Licenses and Certifications:
    • Possession of a valid Class C Commercial California Driver's License to be maintained throughout employment.
    • Possession of a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Grade II Certification at the time of employment, to be maintained throughout employment.
    • Ability to obtain a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Grade III Certification within (12) months of appointment.


Special Requirements
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

  • Mobility to work in the field and to perform medium to heavy physical work.
  • Operate a motor vehicle and visit various community sites.
  • Vision to inspect and operate equipment.
  • Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
  • The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50 pounds or heavier weights, in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.

Ready to Apply?

All applicants are required to apply online at The closing date is 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Let's build something amazing together.

Applications must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. Resumes and cover letters may be attached to the completed application form as supplemental information, but will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. Applications will be screened and the most qualified candidates who best match the needs of the City will be invited to compete further in the examination process.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Senior Human Resources/Risk Management Analyst, Veronica Zamora at or (909) 334-3380.

Full-time Management Benefits include:

PERS Retirement:
  • for classic PERS members
  • (PEPRA) if entered into PERS membership on or after 01/01/13
  • for current City of Chino employees hired before 10/16/11.
City Provided Life Insurance of $100,000
Health Insurance Benefit Bank $2,488.74 with a maximum cash-out of $2,488.74 per month
12 Days Paid Vacation
12 Full-day Holidays (120 hours total)
3-1/2 Floating Holidays (35 hours total)
Sick Leave
Management Leave (60 hours) - 30 hours eligible for cash out
Bilingual Pay
Long Term Disability
$250 Per Month City Contribution to Deferred Compensation Plan
Deferred compensation plan available for voluntary employee contributions
Tuition Advance Program
Health Flexible Spending (FSA) Plan available for medical and dependent care expenses
01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the recruitment process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and understand that your responses may be verified through information provided in your application materials?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Describe your experience with wastewater and stormwater regulatory compliance.
03

Describe your experience with planning and coordinating wastewater or stormwater maintenance, repair, inspection, or capital improvement projects.
04

Describe your experience managing operational resources, including staffing, equipment, materials, budgets, and expenditures.
05

This position requires a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Grade II Certification at the time of employment. Do you have this certificate?
  • Yes
  • No

06

This position requires the ability to obtain a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Collection System Maintenance Grade III Certification within (12) months of appointment. Do you currently have this certificate?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I do not currently have the certificate but I acknowledge that I have (12) months from the time of appointment to obtain the required certificate.

Required Question

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