Wastewater OperatorSenior Operator - South Plant A Crew
Wastewater OperatorSenior Operator - South Plant A Crew
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Summary
This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants.
This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates in the following6 months after a selection has been made.Current Senior Operators represented by WTD/ SEIU Local 925 will retain their senior operator status salary benefits and seniority if selected for hire for this position.
Senior operator level is obtained through internal job progression process. The salary range listed above includes the Operator level $41.207752.2331/per hour) and Senior Operator level $47.505857.4309/per hour).
About the Role:Wastewater Treatment Operator
The responsibility of this classification includes operating monitoring and maintaining wastewater treatment and odor control equipment systems and processes in wastewater (primary and secondary) treatment facility and/or the collection and conveyance systems. Responsibilities may also include coordinating training and providing technical expertise to other wastewater treatment operations staff and coordinating onsite responses to unusual occurrences and emergencies.Wastewater Treatment Senior Operator
About the Team:
The responsibilities of this classification include serving in a lead capacity in a work group responsible for operating monitoring troubleshooting and maintaining equipment systems and processes in wastewater facilities. Responsibilities include coordinating training and providing technical expertise to other wastewater treatment operations staff and coordinating onsite responses to unusual occurrences and emergencies and may fill in for the Wastewater Treatment Supervisor.
The wastewater treatment division carries out essential work that protects the environment and all members of the public. We are comprised of a group of professionals that strives to deliver outstanding service through a collaborative effort both at our treatment plants and offsite collection facilities. Our sections are a critical component within the wastewater treatment division helping to fulfill the countys mission to protect the regions water air land and natural habitats.
Commitment to Equity Racial and Social Justice:King County named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity racial and social justice making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a King County Employeeyou will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient sustainable and equitable communities. Enjoy training comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.
Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing:
- Operate monitor troubleshoot and maintain systems and processes in wastewater and StormWater facilities.
- Conduct sampling and test analysis of wastewater. Determine recommend/implement changes to systems and processes to meet permits and regulations and to optimize the performance of wastewater facilities.
- Train others on sitespecific areas through onthejobtraining.
- Act as trainers in the new OIT program.
- Start up and shut down equipment and processes for maintenance and contractors.
- Perform maintenance on wastewater facilities including buildings equipment and grounds. Duties include cleaning servicing operating equipment mowing lawns and performing housekeeping tasks.
- Communicate with the public construction personnel consultants and engineers to resolve complaints provide construction assistance give tours and carry out related duties.
- Exchange information on wastewater operations maintenance and processes with County staff and others as required involved in process control maintenance facilities services offsite facilities services and other areas.
- Respond to unusual occurrences assist in emergency responses and may serve as onscene incident commander.
- Operate monitor and control wastewater equipment and systems using complex computer systems.
- Record technical data and daily activities on logs.
- Perform all essential duties in compliance with safety guidelines policies and regulations. Develop and review Process Safety Management (PSM) Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Hazardous Energy Control Procedures (HECP) and provide draft documentation. Operate monitor and control wastewater equipment and systems with complex computer systems.
- Assume the full operational responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor in the absence of the Wastewater Treatment Supervisor
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
What You Bring:
- Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes including preliminary primary secondary digestion gas handling systems sludge handling plantwide air water chemical electrical and hydraulic support systems.
- Knowledge of collection systems; including pump stations regulator stations CSO facilities and miscellaneous structures.
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical theory cross connections and pumps
- Knowledge of wastewater terminology and process control
- Knowledge of industrial safety procedures and practices
- Knowledge of and skill in applying sampling testing and laboratory procedures
- Skill in verbal and written communication techniques and principles and ability to read write and follow oral and written instructions.
- Skill in reading recording and interpreting information from field devices.
- Skill in operating basic hand and power tools and specialized equipment
- Skill in operating complex computer control systems and identifying normal and abnormal operating conditions.
- Skill in the interpretation and application of technical information from plant drawings operations and maintenance manuals and lab tests
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights weekends and holidays and demonstrate predictable reliable and timely attendance.
- Ability to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions.
- Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in confined spaces climb in and out of tanks using ladders and work around noxious odors heat and high noise levels.
- Ability to effectively engage in and sustain relationships with people from diverse cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Competencies You Bring to Succeed In This Role:
Communicates Effectively Developing and delivering multimode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Decision Quality Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Nimble Learning Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
Values Difference Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Situational Adaptability Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
- Washington State Group I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification from the Washington State Department of Ecology or outofstate equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within 6 months of employment.
- Valid Washington State Drivers License
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Additional licenses certifications and other requirements determined to be necessary to meet the business needs of the employing unit may be required.
It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:
- Washington State Group III or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification from the Washington State Department of Ecology or outofstate equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within one year of employment.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions: Onsite Work Location: 1200 Monster Rd SW Renton WA 98057
Work Schedule:This is a fulltime position you must be available to work nights weekends and holidays. This position works a rotating shift schedule. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
Union Representation:This position is represented by Service Employee International Union(SEIU) Wastewater Local 925.
Application instructions and selection process:This opportunity is open to all qualified.We value diverse perspectives and life experience and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity completeness and responsiveness to the experience qualifications knowledge and skills required for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
King County application
If you are interested in pursuing this position please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process if you have questions related to this recruitment process please contact at Helen David .
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Guided by ourTrue North we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting support and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principleswe are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply including Native American and people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people living with disabilities and veterans.
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To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
