Water Plant Operator - Level I,2,3,4

This position is open until filled. First review of applications will take place on February 3, 2025.

About This Opportunity
The City of Hillsboro is currently recruiting for one day shift operator and one night shift operator to work at the Joint Water Commission Water Treatment Plant (JWC), located in Forest Grove, Oregon. The Joint Water Commission consists of four partners, City of Hillsboro, City of Beaverton, City of Forest Grove, and Tualatin Valley Water District. An Operator is responsible for ensuring the Water Plant continues to meet the supply requirements of the JWC partners and produces safe clean potable water. The JWC is a conventional Water Treatment Plant rated at 85 million gallons a day that treats drinking water for 450,000 people within Washington County. The plant has a class 4 rating by the Oregon Health Authority.

This position requires at minimum a Level 1 water treatment operator certification from the Oregon Health Authority, or the ability to obtain one within the first year of employment. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working in the water industry.

Pay level is dependent on required certifications and relevant experience. Please see Training and Experience section below for requirements. The following salary ranges reflect annual earnings based on a 40-hour work week. Employees on night shift schedules will receive a 5% pay differential in addition to base pay.

Treatment level 1 = Water Plant Operator I $ 65,827 - $86,624

Treatment Level 2 = Water Plant Operator II $ 71,198 - $ 93,692

Treatment Level 3 = Water Plant Operator III $ 74,046 - $ 97,440

Treatment Level 4 = Water Plant Operator IV $ 77,008 - $ 101,337

Underfill Opportunity: Candidates without required certifications may be underfilled in the following job classification:

Water Operations Technician: $60,861- $80,088

Schedule: Operators work a 12-hour shift, 7 days on followed by 7 days off. Both shifts begin on Wednesdays.

• Day Shift: 7:30 am - 7:30 pm or 8 am - 8pm

• Night Shift: 7:30 pm - 7:30 am or 8 pm - 8am

Note: Opportunity to transition from night shift schedule to day shift may be available based on department need.

Examples of Essential Work

A Water Treatment Plant Operator provides technical, operational and maintenance services related to water treatment plant operations, instrumentation, and service delivery. In this position, you will conduct water treatment activities as licensed; ensure operation of water plant instrumentation; conduct water analyses; maintain records; and investigate and resolve system deficiencies and complaints. Level 3 and Level 4 operators may monitor the completion of work.

• Operates and maintains water treatment plants and related equipment to provide safe and adequate water supply; monitors raw, intermediate, finished and distribution water conditions; adjusts water treatment processes and chemicals.
• Produces and monitors finished water quality to ensure safe water supply that is compliant with established standards and laws; monitors, maintains and calibrates various instruments; performs water laboratory testing and reviews results.
• Utilizes plant industrial control system to maintain complete and accurate records in accordance with procedures and retention schedules.
• Monitors and regulates water flows based on supply needs; coordinates water releases; monitors system volumes and pressures; monitors and maintains filling, pumping and distribution systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and instruments to ensure efficient operations and accurate readings; monitors security systems at various facilities.
• Addresses questions, concerns, and complaints from the general public; provides requested information; investigates and takes appropriate measures to resolve issues.
• Manage records and information in any format, in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations and City policy, guidance and records retention schedule.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
• Level 3 and Level 4 Operators perform all the duties listed above and may also lead and support assigned staff.

Acceptable Experience and Training

Associates degree in chemistry, biology, water, wastewater technology, or related field and Oregon Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Level 4 positions also require some lead worker experience.

Licensing/ Certifications

Certification Level 1 = Oregon Water Treatment Plant Operator I

Certification Level 2 = Oregon Water Treatment Plant Operator II

Certification Level 3 = Oregon Water Treatment Plant Operator III

Certification Level 4 = Oregon Water Treatment Plant Operator IV

Commitment To Diversity

Hiring a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve is essential to delivering exceptional City services and programs. The City of Hillsboro is committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees to thrive. We value, respect, and empower employees as unique individuals with authentic voices and diverse ideas.

Additional Information

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, work space restrictions, intense noises, travel and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger or a threatening environment.

Additional Information

Employees are also expected to promote a positive work environment and to be effective and collaborative team members, while providing responsive municipal services to the citizens of the City of Hillsboro.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, work space restrictions, intense noises, travel and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger or a threatening environment.

City of Hillsboro is proud to offer robust benefit packages to employees. Please check out our Salary and Benefits page for benefit guides for our non-represented full-time employees and part-time employees. Benefits may vary for positions identified in Police, Fire, and Library collective bargaining agreements, which can also be found on the Salary and Benefits page.