Wastewater Treatment Operator/Senior Operator - Brightwater Shift
Wastewater Treatment Operator/Senior Operator - Brightwater Shift
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26-06-2025
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Job Description
Summary
This is a transfer opportunity and first consideration will be given to qualified transfer-eligible employees in the job classification family.
If no qualified internal candidate is selected external applicants will be considered.External candidates are eligible to be hired at the Operator level only. Senior operator level is obtained through an internal job progression process. The salary range listed above includes the Operator level ($41.2077-$52.2331/hour) and Senior Operator level ($47.5058-$57.4309/hour).
About the Role:
The candidate will be a part of a flexible and dynamic team responsible for operating and maintaining the Brightwater treatment plant and recycled water system. They will be providing expertise and support to maintain continuous effective wastewater operations. This role will aid other plant staff other King County staff contractors and consultants as needed or required. A successful candidate will maintain and strive toward intra-team. and cross-team support and cooperation daily. The candidate will develop a high level of knowledge in the membrane processes solids streams dewatering digestion and odor control specific to Brightwater.
About the Team:
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 an Operator you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at now for a rewarding career at theWastewater 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 trainingcomprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.
Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing:
- Operate monitor and control wastewater equipment and systems using complex computer systems.
- Operate monitor and maintain biological chemical mechanical and hydraulic processes at wastewater treatment plants collection system pump and regulator stations and associated facilities.
- Operate monitor and control wastewater equipment and systems with complex computer systems.
- Optimize wastewater plant performance by sampling testing analyzing wastewater and recommending changes to process which meet federal and Washington State permits and regulations.
- Perform maintenance on offsite facilities and associated structures including buildings equipment and grounds. Duties include cleaning servicing operating equipment and performing housekeeping tasks.
- Operate monitor troubleshoot and maintain systems and processes in pump stations and Stormwater facilities.
- Train others on site-specific areas or through on-the-job training.
- Provide troubleshooting problem-solving coordination and decision-making when performing duties be able to respond to unusual and/or emergency situations. Be on-call after hours for such situations.
- Serve in a lead capacity to operate monitor troubleshoot and maintain wastewater treatment facilities odor control equipment biological chemical mechanical and hydraulic processes.
- Provide advanced level troubleshooting problem-solving coordination and decision-making when performing duties particularly in on-site unusual and/or emergency situations.
- Recommend and/or determine changes to wastewater process to meet federal and Washington State permits and regulations and to optimize plant performance.
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
Qualifications You Bring:
Competencies You Bring:
Required Licenses for a Wastewater Treatment Operator:
It Would Be Great If You Also Bring:- Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes including preliminary primary secondary digestion gas handling systems sludge handling plant-wide air water chemical electrical and hydraulic support systems.
- Knowledge of collection systems; including pump stations regulator stations CSO facilities and miscellaneous structures and of disinfecting methods.
- 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 the interpretation and application of technical information from plant drawings operations and maintenance manuals and lab tests.
- Skill in manually starting and stopping equipment systems and processes.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining work relationships with diverse occupational groups.
- 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 work in confined spaces climb in and out of tanks using ladders and work around noxious odors heat and high noise levels.
Competencies You Bring:
- Communicates Effectively Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Interpersonal Savvy- Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
- Collaborates- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Tech Savvy- Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.
- Situational Adaptability Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Required Licenses for a Wastewater Treatment Operator:
- Washington State Group I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification from the Washington State Department of Ecology or out-of-state equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within one year of employment.
- Valid unencumbered 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.
Required Licenses for a Wastewater Treatment Senior Operator:
- Washington State Group III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification or above from the Washington State Department of Ecology or out-of-state equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within one year of employment.
- Valid unencumberedWashington State Drivers License
- Additional licenses certifications and other requirements determined to be necessary to meet the business needs of the employing unit may be required.
- CPR and first aid certification
- Washington State Group III or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification from the Washington State Department of Ecology or out-of-state equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within one year of employment.
- Experience working with collections and troubleshooting skills.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
- Work Location: Brightwater Treatment Plant - 22505 State Route 9 SE Woodinville Washington
- Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. This position works a rotating shift schedule. The treatment plants are operated 24/7. Applicants must be available to work any and all assigned shift schedules.
- Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U. 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division)
- Physical Requirement:Incumbents perform field work at a wastewater treatment plant and associated facilities and are required to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds use ladders and there is exposure to hazardous chemicals and noxious odors.A pre-employment physical review of driving record and reference checks will be conducted prior to any final job offer.
Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity completeness and alignment with the experience qualifications knowledge and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a technical assessment and one or more panel interviews.
To apply submit a:
- Complete Application
Note: Additional documents wont be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment please contact Angelia Remolana HR Analyst at.
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Guided by our True 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 principles - we 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.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions including but not limited to recruitment hiring selection for training promotion transfer demotion layoff termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
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