Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator III (WWTP Op III)

Salary : $6,071.87 - $7,919.60 Monthly

Location : Oak Harbor, WA

Job Type : Full time

Job Number : 25016

Department : Public Works

Division : Wastewater Treatment Plant

Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : UNION

Join our City of Oak Harbor team to help build a legacy of commitment to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion in our vibrant waterfront community.

Description

The Treatment Plant Operator III functions as the operator-in-charge (OIC) and is responsible assisting the Plant Supervisor with day-to-day operations, occasional crew supervision in the absence of the supervisor, facility safety, maintenance, process control, lab data analysis, regulatory compliance, reporting, special projects, customer service, training, and contingency functions. As the Treatment Plant Operator III this position is actively involved in operating, maintenance, ordering and inventory control, troubleshooting and test and data analysis. The Operator III will coordinate NPDES reporting and make adjustments to stay within compliance. The Operator III will offer to assist other divisions within his or her capacity. This position is responsible for performing skilled and work in preventative maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification, removal and installation of equipment and facilities at the plant. The position provides input on budgets, plans and reports; also performs designated wastewater management duties for the Plant Supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

Work activities involve multiple skills and may include any or all of the following depending on area of assignment, crew needs, emergency services, special projects, and seasonal factors :

• Assist in coordinating day-to-day activities; prepare weekly treatment plant work plans and schedules; be responsible for ordering supplies and conduct daily meetings and follow-up communications as necessary.
• Update supervisor of process and mechanical concerns as well as employee performance.
• Communicate with supervisor, staff, contractors and manufacturers regarding technical and mechanical information for problem diagnosis and resolution.
• Assist in coordinating work with wastewater collections crews for lift station maintenance and emergencies.
• Assist Plant Supervisor, PW Operations Manager or other colleagues, to assess complex operating problems or complaints, monitor response efforts and follow-up activities.
• Guide staff in policies and safety requirements including, but not limited to, confined space, lock out and tag out, and proper PPE and hygiene practices, and provide continuous information and training to ensure that work performed conforms to and is conducted according to sound safety standards, policies and practices. Assist in coordinating participation of all employees in ongoing safety meetings and workshops.
• As a working Wastewater Operator III, oversee and perform plant operations and maintenance duties such as process controls, regulating chemical flows, starting and stopping pumps, adjusting wastewater flows, maintaining electrical and mechanical systems, and monitoring automated alarms and controls.
• Lead and coordinate the division?s public education and community service functions; oversee and personally perform duties such as conducting plant tours for citizens and schools.
• Responsible for maintaining daily operational logs, meter and gauge readings and weather stations.
• Develop reports on equipment malfunctions and their repair, special project tracking from start to finish along with any related information to aid in better organization and control.
• Install, lubricate, maintain, repair, rebuild, inspect and clean mechanical systems (for example, bearings, seals, shafts, packing, rotor and stators, gears, frames etc.) for safe and efficient operation.
• Ensure components / systems operate properly and all safety rules are followed.
• Read and interpret complex information from manuals, diagrams and schematics.
• Determine need for spare parts and new equipment. Maintain parts, tools, equipment and related inventory to ensure operational continuity.
• Maintain accurate records and log reports. Update original drawings, O&M manuals, SOP?s and MSDS binders.
• Coordinate work with federal, state and local agencies, manufacturers and suppliers in compliance with laws, policies and procedures.
• Develop, define, prioritize and implement mechanical system maintenance activities according to manufacturers? specifications in accordance with the preventative maintenance program to insure operational readiness and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Assist on maintenance management program functions.
• Create an annual duty roster and ensure it is maintained and communicated to staff and the monitoring company.
• Ensure sufficient resources are available for staff to complete work assignments. Assess training needs and assist in providing training as required.
• Assist Plant Supervisor in budget preparation, reports and administration in long- and short-range planning for future plant repairs, upgrades, special projects, etc.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other departments and the general public using good judgment, tact and courtesy.
• Foster a work environment that supports and facilitates the performance of efficient, effective, high-quality teamwork.
• Participate in buildings and grounds maintenance.
• Maintain and promote employee confidentiality.
• Perform designated duties of the Plant Supervisor when called upon.

Associated Functions :

Performance Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications & Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential job functions may be considered.

Working Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those occurring in the performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Safety Statement :

We expect employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA / DOSH regulations and the City's Accident Prevention Program (APP). This includes, but is not limited to, actively identifying, and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers. Leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action, emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans.

The City of Oak Harbor is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability or any other status protected by law.

The City of Oak Harbor offers a generous benefit package to our employees that include :

Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual

Sick leave accrual is 8 hours per month.

Full-time employees receive vacation accrual on the following schedule.

Years of Service Vacation Accrual Rate

6 to 10 years - 10 hours / month

11 to 15 years - 13.33 hours / month

16 to 20 years - 15 hours / month

21 plus years - 16.66 hours / month

The vacation accrual rate for a part-time employee shall be pro-rated as a percentage of the full-time rate.

Holiday Pay

The City provides eleven (11) paid holidays per year plus two (2) floating holiday of your choice (total of thirteen (13) days).

Medical Insurance

A choice from three options is provided through the Association of Washington Cities (AWC).

Regence High Deductible Health Plan (with a City funded HSA)

Regence HealthFirst 250 Health Plan.

The City pays 100% of the premium for a full time, regular employee (32 hours or more) and 90% of the premium for spouse and dependent children.

Part time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for full benefits but must pay for spouse and dependents coverage.

Vision Insurance

Vision Service Plan -The City provides a paid family vision plan which covers a yearly exam per person and a portion of vision hardware (frames, lenses and contacts) depending upon the use of accepted network providers.

Dental Insurance

Washington Dental Service / DELTA is preventive, incentive-based dental coverage provided through Association of Washington Cities, and pays as follows : 70-100% preventive, 70-100% basic, and 50% major dental to a maximum of $2000 / person / year. Included is an orthodontic rider for children of 50% orthodontic expenses to a maximum of $1000 per child / lifetime. The City pays 100% of the premium for a fulltime, regular employee and 90% of the premium for spouse and dependent children.

Part time employees who work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for full benefits but must pay for spouse and dependents coverage.

Washington State Retirement Programs

Required pension plan for all City employees. (Public Employee Retirement System) plans 2 or 3 is for all general City employees.

LEOFF (Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighters) plan 2 is for safety service employees.

PSERS plan 2 is for Public Safety Service Officers (Corrections Officers).

of gross income) vary for the plans. The City makes a contribution as well.

Basic Life Insurance & Long Term Disability

The City pays for a $25,000 basic group life insurance policy as well as a long term disability policy for employee only through Standard Insurance Company.

Wellness Program

The City of Oak Harbor is committed to promoting employee health and wellness, and offers a Wellness Program with fun and varied activities where regular employees can earn points to qualify for a wellness day off.

Employee Assistance Program

Free, professional and confidential counseling is available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) via ComPsych. EAP is available to the employee and their immediate family, including their dependent children and anyone living in their household. Guidance counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to arrange an appointment with a qualified counselor in your area. Visit the for more information.

Other benefit options include the following :

Deferred Compensation Plan - Mass Mutual or Wash State DCP- in addition to our city offered pension plan, this is a self-paid option.

Colonial Life & Disability - This is a self-paid individual and / or family coverage for Cancer Care, Short Term Disability, Life, Accident, Critical Illness and more

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)- Pre-Tax deductions (IRS 125 Flexible Spending Account) for unreimbursed medical expenses and / or dependent day care

Health Savings Account (HSA)- Funded by the City, $3,500 individual, $7,000 family per year. Must be on the Regence High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)

Please select your highest level of completed education.

Please list any areas of study, degrees, professional licenses or certificates you hold as related to this job.

What level of Washington State certification do you hold as a WWTP Operator? (A Group I or II Certificate is required for this position, please upload your certificate to this application

How many years of experience do you have in a treatment plant?

Please list any additional experience, knowledge, skills or abilities you have that would be an asset to this opportunity at our Clean Water Facility. Please include any treatment plant experience (if any).

Required Question

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