Water/ Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

• Job Description:

  SUMMARY:
  The Water-Wastewater Treatment Operator works with minimal supervision to perform field operations, operate and monitor the water plant and/or sewer plant, and related infrastructure. Responsible for treatment plant and distribution repairs and maintenance as directed, and handles customer service requirements. This position is located in Orcas Island, WA.

   

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Under supervision, operate a level III water treatment plant
  • Under supervision, operate a level 1 wastewater treatment plant
  • Read Meters
  • Repair mains and services
  • Raise, lower or abandon services, and mains
  • Change flat rate services as required
  • Turn services off and on
  • Set and remove meters
  • Raise or lower valve casings
  • Locate Company facilities as required
  • Prepare necessary records and reports
  • Shut down mains for construction crews
  • Performs the loading, testing, chlorination, and sampling of mains
  • Record the measurements of fittings as installed by contractor (as built)
  • Inspect subdivision installations
  • Pull water quality samples as required and deliver to laboratory
  • Complete necessary paperwork
  • Investigate water quality complaints
  • Other duties as assigned

   

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Construction or plumbing experience equivalent to a laborer or apprentice
  • Washington Water Distribution Specialist I certification desired
  • Washington State Water Treatment Plant Operator II certification
  • Washington Cross Connection Specialist certification desired
  • First Aid Card desired
  • Must be available for call outs, evenings, holidays & weekends
  • Must live on Orcas Island
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record required

   

  Salary Range: $50,400 - $90,800

   

  Deadline to submit resume is Thursday, October 29, 2020.

   

  The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity.  California Water Service, Hawaii Water Service, New Mexico Water Service and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class.  The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES

Location: United States

Education: High School

Seniority: Expert, Engineer, Consultant

Apply link: https://calwatergroup.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/CWSG