Compost Engineering Technician I, II, III (AA-332-25E) Tulare Lake

Job Description:

Compost Engineering Technician I, II, III (AA-332-25E) Tulare Lake

Description

JOB POSTING

NOTICE OF EXTERNAL JOB OPPORTUNITY
POSTING #AA-332-25E

COMPOST ENGINEERING TECHNCIAN

LOCATION:
SOLID WASTE DEPARTMENT, OPERATIONS AND ENGINEERING SECTION, TULARE LAKE COMPOST, KETTLEMAN CITY, CA

ABOUT US:
Tulare Lake Compost is a state-of-the-art, 175-acre District's composting facility located near Kettleman City, California. This facility uses an eco-friendly process to combine agricultural and green waste from the Central Valley with biosolids from Los Angeles County to create an optimal mixture for composting. For additional information about this facility and the operations, please visit: http://www.lacsd.org/wastewater/wpp/tularelakecompost.asp

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform a variety of increasingly more difficult para-professional engineering duties, in support of engineering programs including composting operations; water, wastewater, and stormwater systems; health and safety; or other related technical assignments.

JOB SUMMARY:
The major job duties are listed below. For a detailed list, please see the job description .

Under the general supervision of the Compost Facility Superintendent and the technical guidance of the site engineer, the incumbent will:

• Conduct a variety of field sampling, testing, data gathering, data recording, calculations, or office assignments providing technical support using computer applications
• Collect, compile, calculate, and present data; prepare reports and evaluate data; prepare tabular and graphical summaries of data
• Perform statistical calculations
• Conduct industrial hygiene monitoring
• Perform physical or photographic inspections
• Operate equipment by using protocol of instrumentation used in data or sample collection; maintaining and calibrating sampling equipment based on established protocols
• Troubleshoot problems identified from irregular data from the compost system or other compost equipment failures

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess all of the following:

• A valid California Class C driver license
  

For COMPOST ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN I:

• Any combination of college or work experience in environmental science, physics, engineering, biology, or related scientific area which provides the knowledge and abilities listed
  

For COMPOST ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN II:

• One of the following:
  
  • Option A : One (1) year of experience with the County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County performing the duties of a Compost Engineering Technician I or equivalent
    
  • Option B : Possession of a a Bachelor of Science degree in a directly related major
    

For COMPOST ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III:

• One (1) year of experience performing the duties of a Compost Engineering Technician II or equivalent
  

EXAMPLES OF ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Knowledge of :

• Basic chemistry of compost and amendments
  
• Industrial waste, hazardous waste, methane gas, water treatment, flow monitoring, or corrosion control
  
• Methods of preparing and interpreting maps, charts, graphs, plans and technical reports
  
• Engineering and scientific nomenclature
  
• Sampling procedures and measurement techniques for solids, liquids, and gases
  
• Terminology and procedures related to flow measurement, gas measurement, and leachate control
  
• Mathematical calculations
  
• Applicable safety practices and procedures
  
• Hazardous waste materials and required documentation
  
• Methods of interpreting and presenting technical data verbally and in reports
  
• Sample preservation techniques
  

Ability to :

• Test samples and collect data
  
• Locate monitoring stations
  
• Perform sampling and installation procedures
  
• Evaluate data
  
• Use word processing, spreadsheet, and database computer applications
  
• Perform math calculations
  
• Work in confined spaces
  
• Monitor equipment, gas meters, compost piles and wells, or hazardous and industrial waste disposal
  
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing
  
• Prepare routine correspondence and data reports
  

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This posting will remain open until vacancy is filled and is subject to closure without notice.

SELECTION PROCESS:

• All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
• The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 30%, and an interview weighted at 70%.
  
• Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.
  
• The written exam is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
  
• The interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of September 29, 2025.
  

Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment application. Check your e-mail regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications are sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered e-mail address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery add info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.

NOTE:
The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a reference check, background check, DMV report, and a drug test.

To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources .

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Antonio Archuleta at antonioarchuleta@lacsd.org .

As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.

RETIREMENT

• CALPERS: The Districts belong to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), and all monthly status new hires will be enrolled in CalPERS. Most new hires will be enrolled in the defined benefit formula of 2% @ 62 in accordance with the Public Employees’ Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) and are required to contribute to the plan (7.75% for the 24/25 fiscal year). Those who qualify based on current or previous public service may be enrolled in the defined benefit formula in place on December 31, 2012, which was 2% @ 55 and are considered “classic” members. For “classic” members, the Districts pay the “employee share.” Please contact the Human Resources Department for more information regarding contribution rates. Although Districts employees are exempt from Social Security, employees are required by federal law to contribute a percentage of their salary for Medicare coverage.

• DEFERRED COMP MATCH: For some bargaining units, the Districts provides a matching contribution to an eligible deferred compensation plan pursuant to Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code. The match with each paycheck will be the lesser of: 3% of the employee's base monthly salary as listed in the Salary Schedule; and the amount the employee is contributing with that paycheck. The annual total combined employee and employer contribution are subject to IRS limits.

COMPENSATION

Employees receive annual salary increases until reaching step 5 of the salary range and are provided with opportunities to promote. Cost of living adjustments are implemented annually in accordance with labor agreements.

HEALTH INSURANCE

• MEDICAL: Districts paid. Employees may choose from several HMO and Indemnity plans. As of January 1, 2025, the Districts contribute $2,305.28 per month for medical insurance. Depending on the choice of health plan, the Districts contribution covers all or a large portion of the premium for family coverage.

• DENTAL: Districts paid. The Districts pay the full premium for employee and dependent coverage for a prepaid dental program which provides for most routine dental care through a panel of contracting dentists with no deductibles. Employees are eligible to enroll in an indemnity plan if requested within thirty days after completion of three years of employment (sooner for some bargaining units), or during subsequent open enrollment periods.

• VISION: Employee paid.

• LIFE: The Districts pay for a term life policy. Employees can buy additional types and amounts of life insurance coverage at group rates.

LEAVE TIME

• VACATION: Employees receive 88 hours of paid vacation after one full year of service, increasing up to 128 hours per year after five years, 168 hours per year after 15 years and up to 208 hours after 25 years. Prior to one year of full service, employees are given partial vacation time on January 1, based on the time worked in the preceding year.

• SICK LEAVE : Eight hours of full-pay sick leave per month.

• PERSONAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 24 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons. Some bargaining units allow up to 40 hours per calendar year from current sick leave for personal reasons.

• PAID PARENTAL LEAVE: Employees may use up to 80 hours of paid parental leave for each birth, foster placement and/or adoption (regardless of the number of children involved) as determined by the parental leave policy.

HOLIDAYS
13 paid holidays and one-half paid holiday depending on the employee's work schedule.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
Employees may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for approved accredited course work.

STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT REIMBURSEMENT
For some bargaining units, the Districts will provide student loan payment reimbursements for principal or interest paid by the employee on a qualified education loan incurred by the employee for the education of the employee. The annual maximum reimbursement is $5,250 and the lifetime reimbursement limit is $21,000.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & OTHER BENEFITS

• A rewarding career contributing to society and the environment.
• Flexible work schedules (e.g. 9/80 schedule) depending on the worksite.
• Clear policies and procedures.
• Health and safety programs.
• Carpool opportunities with monetary incentives depending on the worksite.

More detailed benefits information can be found here: Districts Benefits

NOTE: The provisions of this posting do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this posting may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Updated December 26, 2024

Closing Date/Time: 9/15/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$4,622.00 - $7,330.00 Monthly