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JOB. From Sewer Authority Mid-Coastside (SAM) on February 27th, 2025.
Sewer Authority Mid-Coastside (SAM), located in Half Moon Bay, is seeking a candidate for the full-time position of Wastewater Operator. This is a flexibly staffed position and can be filled at the Wastewater Operator I or II level. Operator-In-Training will also be considered. First review of applications is April 4, 2025.
Don’t miss this opportunity to work with a highly dedicated team and bring your knowledge and experience to assist in continuing to make Sewer Authority Mid-Coastside a great place.
SAM offers competitive benefits which include Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending and retirement through CalPERS.
APPLY HERE … Job Description and Application
Recruitment is Open Till Filled with 1st review of applications April 4, 2025.
Wastewater Operator II: $47.36 – $56.56 Hourly; $3,789 – $4,525 Biweekly
Wastewater Operator I : $43.05 – $51.40 hourly; $3,444 – $4,112 Biweekly
Operator-in Training: $33.68 – $40.21 Hourly; $2,694 – $3,217 Biweekly
Sewer Authority Mid-Coastside, located in Half Moon Bay, is seeking a candidate for the fulltime position of Wastewater Operator. This is a flexibly staffed position and can be filled at the Wastewater Operator I or II level, or as an Operator-In-Training (OIT). Preference will be given to those candidates with Grade II or I certifications.
Wastewater Operator II-A journey level classification in the Wastewater Operator series.
The ideal candidate must be skilled in basic principles of mechanical, maintenance, and electrical systems. Must be able to recognize and report unusual, inefficient, or dangerous operating situations. Must have working knowledge of the functions and purpose of wastewater disposal systems; routine cleaning and basic operation of wastewater treatment equipment. Must have knowledge of algebra and geometry as required to perform the responsibilities of the position; basic knowledge of electronics and hydraulics. Must have excellent communication skills, work cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work, and have a dedication to safe working practices. Must be able to work on-call as assigned. Work independently, as needed.
Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and two years of full-time experience in a wastewater treatment facility in a position equivalent to a Wastewater Operator I. Possession of a Grade II California Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board.
In addition, for all classifications, candidates must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and be insurable by SAM for the operation of SAM vehicles. Must have and maintain a Class C California driver’s license.
Wastewater Operator I – An entry-level classification in the certified Wastewater Operator
series.
As experience and proficiency are gained, assignments will become more varied and difficult and supervision become more general rather than direct. The ideal candidate must have the knowledge and ability of basic principles of mechanical, maintenance, and electrical systems. Must have working knowledge of the functions and purpose of wastewater disposal systems; routine cleaning and basic operation of wastewater treatment equipment; safe working practices pertaining to work within a treatment plant facility; mathematics as required to perform the responsibilities of the position; modern wastewater treatment principles, methods and practices; routine wastewater sampling and control test procedures; hazardous gases associated with treatment of sewage; and basic knowledge of electronics and hydraulics.
Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year of full-time experience as an Operator-in-Training at SAM or one year of full-time experience in the operation, repair and maintenance of equipment such as pumps, motors, and related apparatus in a wastewater treatment plant. Possession of a Grade I California Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the State of California Water Resources Control Board.
OIT-Operator In Training-The training level classification.
Must have knowledge of the concepts of algebra and geometry, basic principles of mechanical, maintenance, electrical systems, and computer software. Must be able to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; recognize the need for assistance or clarification and seek such assistance or clarification. Work independently, as needed. Must have excellent communication skills, work cooperatively with those contacted in the course of work, and have a dedication to safe working practices.
Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent. No experience in a wastewater treatment facility is necessary. Must obtain a Grade I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certificate issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board no later than the second contiguous testing cycle from the date of hire.
In addition, for all classifications, candidates must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and be insurable by SAM for the operation of SAM vehicles. Must have and maintain a Class C California driver’s license.
For all classifications, must be able to respond to the plant within 60 minutes when on-call.
Please see job descriptions for full detail of requirements on Sewer Authority MidCoastside website.
To apply please click here.
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Our regular office hours are 7:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. The Authority can be reached 24-hours a day at: (650) 726-0124.
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1000 Cabrillo Hwy N.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
SAM Board from left. Paul Nagengast (HMB), Nancy Marsh (GCSD), Scott Boyd (MWSD), Debbie Ruddock (HMB), Barbara Dye (GCSD), Kathryn Slater-Carter (MWSD).
The Sewer Authority Mid-Coastside (SAM) provides wastewater treatment services and contract collection maintenance services for a population of approximately 24,000 in the following areas:
- City of Half Moon Bay
- El Granada
- Miramar
- Montara
- Moss Beach
- Princeton by the Sea
SAM Directors
SAM is a joint powers authority (JPA) created by its three member agencies: City of Half Moon Bay (City), Granada Community Services District (GCSD), and the Montara Water and Sanitary District (MWSD).
The JPA is a separate, independent, public agency created by the member agencies to perform functions and share powers common to the member agencies. Those powers are outlined in a joint exercise of powers agreement (Agreement). The Agreement creating SAM can be found on the Documents page.
Each Agreement identifies how the independent agency will be governed. In the case of SAM, each member agency appoints two members from its governing board to represent it on the SAM Board of Directors, for a total of six directors.
The Agreement also establishes the weight of each director’s vote. The vote by each representatives from the City is given the weight of two votes. The vote by each representative from GCSD and MWSD is given the weight of one vote. The total number of possible votes is eight. A quorum is a minimum of five votes and resolutions require at least six votes to pass.
2025 SAM Directors
Deborah Ruddock ~ Chair, Representing the City of Half Moon Bay
Kathryn Slater-Carter ~ Vice Chair, Representing the Montara Water & Sanitary District
Nancy Marsh ~ Secretary/Treasurer, Representing the Granada Community Services District
Barbara Dye ~ Director, Representing the Granada Community Services District
Paul Nagengast ~ Director, Representing the City of Half Moon Bay
Scott Boyd ~ Director, Representing the Montara Water & Sanitary District
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