Waste Water Treatment Operator * Trainee*; TI

Job Details

Location:

Nespelem, WA 99155

Salary Range: $20.34 - $24.75 per hour

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Reports To:

Program Manager

Location:

Public Works, Nespelem, WA

Water Waste Treatment Operator I (Possible Trainee)

This is a non-exempt position. The Wastewater Treatment Operator I (possible trainee) is the first level in a three-tiered career ladder. Level I operators have a DEQ Operator I certification and can perform a full range of operations and monitoring under direct supervision. The Operator II is qualified to independently operate and maintain wastewater collection and treatment equipment and systems, and inspect and administer certain aspects of the water distribution system.

Advancement to level II requires certifications listed in the qualifications section.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma and 36 months of work-related experience, plus certification as a Washington State WDM-1 operator or ability to obtain within one year of employment.
• Industry training or certification may substitute for some experience.
• Possible trainee must be able to meet the minimum qualifications within two years on a training program set forth by the program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of the processes, techniques, and all applicable safety practices, tools, and materials used in wastewater treatment equivalent to that required for Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I certification.
• Working knowledge of process control equipment and process troubleshooting techniques.
• Basic knowledge of the processes and chemicals used in testing and treating effluent.
• Basic knowledge of the operating characteristics of pumps and pumping equipment, wastewater laboratory equipment, sampling and testing procedures, and computer-aided lab and operations support hardware and software.
• Working knowledge of chemistry, the properties of water, and the use of reagents to change the constituency of effluent.
• Sufficient language and writing skill to prepare detailed technical documentation of activity.
• Sufficient math skill to perform complex math computations.
• Sufficient human relations skill to convey technical concepts to others.
• Ability to carry out essential functions of the position with general supervision.
• Ability to independently maintain all operational processes and procedures connected with wastewater treatment.
• Ability to use computer-aided hardware and software, laboratory equipment, and use of tools, power equipment and specialized process related equipment.

Physical Abilities:

• Ability to stand, walk, and manipulate light to medium weights of up to 50 pounds continuously, and push, pull, guide over 50 pounds infrequently.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch to place and move work objects.
• Ability to perform full arm extension and movement overhead.
• Hand-eye coordination, hand and finger dexterity, and visual acuity to operate equipment and read technical and safety information.
• Ability to work varied shifts and in disagreeable work conditions with septic and chemical exposure risks, indoors and outdoors with temperature, odor, and noise extremes.

Working and Special Conditions:

• Valid Washington State driver’s license and eligibility for the Tribes’ vehicle insurance.
• Washington State WDM 1/ITCA Water Treatment plant Operator I certification.
• Must submit to and successfully clear an extensive criminal background inquiry (tribal, state, financial) and maintain clearance throughout employment.
• Employment history must reflect better than average attendance and reliability.

According to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. The position may also be subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.

Tribal member and Indian preference will apply; preference will also be given to honorably discharged veterans who are minimally qualified.

Position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances; if applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.

Tanya Ives, HR Senior Analyst, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, , tany