BioSolids Technician

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Non-Union Position
WTR-Operations Staff-Sunriver 1;
Sunriver,Oregon (US-OR)
Regular FT, Non-Exempt
Posting # 5523

Works under general supervision performing a variety of skilled tasks related to the operation and maintenance of water, wastewater, and biosolids facilities. Responsibilities include compost production using biosolids and organic materials, operation of heavy equipment, customer interactions, and compliance with State and Federal regulations. Performs field, operational, and customer-facing duties while supporting overall facility operations.

• Produce a compost mix using ground wood material and biosolids from the treatment plant.
• Operate heavy equipment used to produce compost, maintain the site, and sell finished product to the general public and landscapers.
• Provide customer service to the public, including handling cash transactions.
• Communicate effectively with the supervisor, accounts receivable clerk, and other operators at the technical level required for the position.
• Comply with all safety policies and participate in specialized training related to the safe operation of heavy equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all State and Federal regulations governing the operation and maintenance of a compost and irrigation facility.
• Compile maintenance records and coordinate, perform, and document repairs and preventative maintenance on irrigation and farm equipment.
• Comply with all NWN Water policies, procedures, safety regulations, and grooming and uniform standards.

• High school education or equivalent.
• Two or more years relevant field work experience, including demonstrated experience operating heavy equipment sufficient to safely and independently perform job duties.
• Possess basic math skills.
• Must be able to safely lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

The working environment will vary from extreme outdoor conditions to indoor job duties. Safety procedures must always be followed, as worker may be exposed to vehicle traffic, slippery ground conditions, and possible unfriendly domestic pets. Worker will be continually exposed to hazardous materials, confined space, electrical components and heavy equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, sewer flushing and transporting vehicles. Worker must be in a physical condition that will allow access into sewer manholes and any number of holding tanks and basins in a water/wastewater plant, also allow access to meters, meter repair, and assigned work areas.

Health & Wellness –

• Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
• Free access to an online wellness resources platform

• 80 Hours of Sick Time
• 13 paid holidays
• 3 weeks paid parental leave
• Competitive 401K company contribution and match
• 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement

Base salary range: $26.20 - $37.86 per hour, depending on qualifications

Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural Water participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

E-Verify Information
NW Natural participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic…