Salary : $85,872.96 - $104,379.96 Annually
Location : City Hall, 13220 Central Ave, Chino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 09/14/2026
Closing Date: 9/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Description
We're Hiring!

Join the City of Chino and Shape the Future
Are you ready to make a real impact? Do you thrive in fast-paced, creative environments

where your ideas matter? If so, join our team as a

full-time Water Treatment Lead Operator!

Duties/Responsibilities
What You'll Do

As our new Water Treatment Lead Operator, you will:

• Train and lead staff in the repair and maintenance of automatic control systems, liquid level controls, automatic pumps; control, check, globe, and gate valves; oil and air filters; fuses, circuit breakers, probes, relays, time delays, coils, switches, bearings, packings, mechanical seals, oil lines, droppers, and gauges.
• Monitor and maintain the telemetry system at the City yard and all water treatment plants, pumps, wells, and reservoirs.
• Perform preventative maintenance on pumps and related equipment; checking pumping operations, buildings, and treatment facilities.
• Maintain written records of work being done and resources utilized; review coding on invoices and recommend approval for payment; write letters detailing deficiencies in work completed by contractor.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Has knowledge of procedures and equipment used in the operation of domestic wells, motors, pumps, compressors, electrical panels, and control valves.

• Understands and is familiar with chlorination and domestic water sampling techniques and practices.
• Is excited by challenges, loves to learn, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

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: High School Diploma or G.E.D. (required).
• Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a Water Treatment Operator or equivalent, with experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of water treatment facilities, motors, pumps, wells, and related equipment.
• Licenses and Certifications:
  1. Possession of a valid Class C Commercial California Driver's License to be maintained throughout employment.
  2. Possession of, or successful acquisition within twelve (12) months of appointment, a valid California Class "C" Commercial Driver's License with HazMat endorsements, to be maintained throughout employment.
  3. Possession of a valid Grade T-3 Water Treatment Operator certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board.
  4. Possession of, or successful acquisition within twenty-four (24) months of appointment, a valid Grade D-2 Water Treatment Operator certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board.

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.

Special Requirements
Ready to Apply?

All applicants are required to apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/chinoca. The closing date is 11:59 PM Pacific on Monday, September 28, 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.

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

This position requires two (2) years of experience in public works water systems operation, maintenance, and repair work, including supervision of contract work. Do you currently meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

03

Briefly describe your experience in the operation of maintenance and repair of water treatment facilities motors, pumps, and wells.
04

This position requires a valid California Class C Driver's License with HazMat endorsements, or the ability to obtain a Class C Driver's License with appropriate endorsements within twelve (12) months of appointment. Do you currently possess this license?

• Yes
• No

05

Possession of a valid Grade T-3 Water Treatment Operator certificate from the State Water Resources Control Board is required for this position. Please list your current Water Treatment Certification Grade and its expiration date.
06

Possession of a valid D-2 Water Treatment Operator certificate from the State Water Resources Board is required for this position within twelve (24) months of appointment, however, preferred within (12) months of appointment. Do you currently possess this certification?

• Yes
• No

Required Question