Wastewater Operator II - Open Continuous
Wastewater Operator II - Open Continuous
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The Position
Job Appointment: FullTime
Work Schedule: Monday Friday 8 am5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: 5001 N COLUMBIA BLVD PORTLAND OR 97203
Benefits: Please check our benefits tab for an overview of the benefits for this position.
Union Representation: District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU)
To view current labor agreements please visit Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portlands online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.The Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) is seeking a qualified Wastewater Operator II to join our dynamic team of highly qualified people to perform journeylevel work in the operation and routine maintenance of a large activated sludge wastewater treatment plant. The Wastewater Operator II maintains established water quality standards through the effective operation of all equipment involved in the treatment process including operating monitoring and controlling a vast network of pumps conveyors and air and chemical systems; makes operational decisions including pumping rates and dosage adjustments while working in one of six work units which provide 24hour coverage 7days per week. The Wastewater Operator II maintains accurate records performs standard laboratory tests and identifies equipment failures and maintenance needs.
This position requires shift work and assignments including days off which are based on accrued seniority within a represented workforce.
What you will get to do:
- Ensures proper operation and control of assigned process area; operates equipment of the wastewater treatment plant such as pumps bar screens clarifiers boilers digesters sludge pumps blowers aerators disinfection/dichlorination systems control panels sludge thickening and sludge dewatering equipment; monitors equipment controls and takes corrective action to ensure effective equipment operation.
- Operates monitors and controls a vast network of pumps bar screens conveyors grit air and chemical systems. Makes operational decisions including pumping rates and dosage adjustments and whether to bring equipment online or take it offline. Troubleshoots equipment failures and identifies maintenance needs with the use of a CMMS. Coordinates maintenance and repairs with other work groups.
- Operates monitors and controls primary and secondary digesters classifiers and transfer pumps including gas boilers.
- Operates and monitors plant processes using a SCADA network which includes remote monitoring and communication as well as communications with and between the Tryon Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant the City of Portlands collection system headworks secondary and influent flows peakflow gates offsite dichlorination facility sewage pumps aeration basins and aeration blowers; and provides constant monitoring of disinfection dosing and oxygen levels.
- Operates monitors controls and adjusts dewatering and thickening equipment; performs lab tests on biosolids and makes adjustments for efficient output and chemical polymer use; keeps and maintains accurate records of process and lab results to ensure sample protocol and regulatory requirements.
- Operates monitors controls and determines flow rates and process strategies; performs mixed liquor and total suspended solids content tests and monitors temperatures pH levels and aeration needs of the system.
- Operates monitors controls and adjusts digester feed pump station diesel dredges and an internal recycle pump station; oversees lagoon system including ground and dredge maintenance.
- Responds to and handles emergencies; provides essential services for treatment plant weatherrelated or other emergencies.
- This could include overtime to accomplish work which at times may be mandatory/compulsory.
- Communicates professionally and effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Operator II: is the experienced/journey level class in the series fully competent to independently perform duties of the job.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities of Operator II
- Knowledge of: processes techniques and all applicable safety practices tools and materials used in wastewater treatment equivalent to that required for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator II certification. Process control equipment and process troubleshooting techniques; processes and chemicals used in testing and treating; pumps and pumping equipment; wastewater laboratory sampling and testing procedures; SCADA computer data for highlevel monitoring of process equipment.
- Ability to: maintain operational processes and procedures independently.
- Skills in: use of tools power equipment and specialized processrelated equipment; providing lead direction to staff including assisting and reviewing work.
At BES we value our customers and partners; Portlanders sense of connection to their waterways; conscientious stewardship of our watersheds wastewater and stormwater infrastructure and financial resources; a diverse collaborative healthy and engaged workforce; leadership among our employees and in our City and community; equity in our workplace business practices and service delivery; clear communication and transparency; innovative sustainable and resilient solutions.
BES is seeking talented individuals from diverse racial ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds with knowledge ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities; and who desire to work collaboratively and creatively to broaden the variety of innovative ways to partner with and serve all Portland communities. To learn more about the work we do at BES click on the link: BES 10Year Strategic Plan can be found here: position is represented by the Portland Laborers 483 (PCL) collective bargaining agreement.
**PLEASE NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies**This is an open continuous recruitment:Open Continuous recruitments have multiple review periods (outlined below) and can be opened for up to 3 months.
- If you apply and are notified youmeet minimum qualifications/placed on the eligible list please do not reapply. Any applications received after being placed on the eligible list will not be reviewed and will be rejected as a duplicate application.
- If you apply and are notified you do not meet qualifications and the recruitment is still open you may reapply and update your materials.
Questions:
Terrol Johnson
Senior RecruiterTo Qualify
Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate intheir supplemental question responses and resume/work history how their education trainingand/or experience meets each of the following minimum qualifications
1. Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes including the operation of process control equipment troubleshooting techniques and laboratory procedures.
2. Ability to maintain operational processes and procedures independently or with general oversight from a Lead or Senior Operator.
3. Demonstrate a commitment to teambased communication and interactions while approaching scenarios with the intent to find solutions through problemsolving
4. Skill in the safe use of tools power equipment and specialized processrelated equipment.
Applicants must also possess:
- A valid state drivers license and acceptable driving record at the time of hire.
- Ability to obtain medical certification of respirator readiness and the absence of any physical characteristic that prevents rapid attainment of a tight seal between face and selfcontained breathing apparatus requiring Wastewater Operators II to be cleanshaven.
- Ability to successfully pass a Physical Capacity Test (PCT) required before appointment to the position.
DesiredQualifications
Possession of a valid Oregon Wastewater Operator Treatment Certification grade I II III or IV or the ability to apply for certification reciprocity with the state of Oregon.
The Recruitment Process
STEP 1: Apply online between March 242025 and June 222025
Required Application Materials:- Resume
- Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)
- If you would like to request Veterans Preference please submit your Veteran documents (ex DD214Member 4 VA Benefit Letter etc) by the closing date of the recruitment.
- Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education training and/or experience and where obtained which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the To Qualify section of this announcement.
- Your rsum should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
- Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.
- Do not attach any additional documents.
- Please note allcompleted applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
- An evaluation of each applicants training and paid and unpaid experience as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions weighted 100.
- Your rsum and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
- You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of PortlandAdministrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
- Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
- Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
- Please note the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
- Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview.
- Please note the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 6: Start Date:- A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.Additional Information
Click herefor additional information regarding the following:- City of Portland Core Values
- Recruitment Process Work Status
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Veteran Preference
- ADA Pregnancy and Religious Accommodations
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Employment Type
Full-Time
