What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wastewater Operator/Senior Operator - South Plant A Crew position at King County?
This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants.
Current Senior Operators represented by WTD/ SEIU Local 925 will retain their senior operator status, salary, benefits and seniority if selected for hire for this position.
Senior operator level is obtained through internal job progression process. The salary range listed above includes the Operator level ($41.2077-52.2331/per hour) and Senior Operator level ($47.5058-57.4309/per hour).
About the Role:
Wastewater Treatment Operator
The responsibility of this classification includes operating, monitoring, and maintaining wastewater treatment and odor control equipment, systems, and processes in wastewater (primary and secondary) treatment facility and/or the collection and conveyance systems. Responsibilities may also include coordinating, training, and providing technical expertise to other wastewater treatment operations staff and coordinating on-site responses to unusual occurrences and emergencies.
Wastewater Treatment Senior Operator
The responsibilities of this classification include serving in a lead capacity in a work group responsible for operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment, systems, and processes in wastewater facilities. Responsibilities include coordinating, training, and providing technical expertise to other wastewater treatment operations staff and coordinating on-site responses to unusual occurrences and emergencies and may fill in for the Wastewater Treatment Supervisor.
The wastewater treatment division carries out essential work that protects the environment and all members of the public. We are comprised of a group of professionals that strives to deliver outstanding service through a collaborative effort both at our treatment plants and offsite collection facilities. Our sections are a critical component within the wastewater treatment division helping to fulfill the county’s mission to protect the region’s water, air, land, and natural habitats.
Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial, and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a King County Employee you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Operate, monitor, troubleshoot and maintain systems and processes in wastewater and StormWater facilities.
- Conduct sampling and test analysis of wastewater. Determine, recommend/implement changes to systems and processes to meet permits and regulations and to optimize the performance of wastewater facilities.
- Train others on site-specific areas through on-the-job-training.
- Act as trainers in the new OIT program.
- Start up and shut down equipment and processes for maintenance and contractors.
- Perform maintenance on wastewater facilities, including buildings, equipment, and grounds. Duties include cleaning, servicing operating equipment, mowing lawns, and performing housekeeping tasks.
- Communicate with the public, construction personnel, consultants, and engineers to resolve complaints, provide construction assistance, give tours, and carry out related duties.
- Exchange information on wastewater operations, maintenance and processes with County staff and others as required involved in process control, maintenance, facilities services, off-site facilities services, and other areas.
- Respond to unusual occurrences, assist in emergency responses, and may serve as on-scene incident commander.
- Operate, monitor, and control wastewater equipment and systems using complex computer systems.
- Record technical data and daily activities on logs.
- Perform all essential duties in compliance with safety guidelines, policies, and regulations. Develop and review Process Safety Management (PSM), Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Hazardous Energy Control Procedures (HECP) and provide draft documentation. Operate, monitor and control wastewater equipment and systems with complex computer systems.
- Assume the full operational responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor in the absence of the Wastewater Treatment Supervisor
- Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes, including preliminary, primary, secondary, digestion, gas handling systems, sludge handling, plant-wide air, water, chemical, electrical, and hydraulic support systems.
- Knowledge of collection systems; including pump stations, regulator stations, CSO facilities and miscellaneous structures.
- Knowledge of mechanical and electrical theory, cross connections, and pumps
- Knowledge of wastewater terminology and process control
- Knowledge of industrial safety procedures and practices
- Knowledge of and skill in applying sampling, testing and laboratory procedures
- Skill in verbal and written communication techniques and principles and ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
- Skill in reading, recording and interpreting information from field devices.
- Skill in operating basic hand and power tools and specialized equipment
- Skill in operating complex computer control systems and identifying normal and abnormal operating conditions.
- Skill in the interpretation and application of technical information from plant drawings, operations and maintenance manuals, and lab tests
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays and demonstrate predictable, reliable and timely attendance.
- Ability to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions.
- Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in confined spaces, climb in and out of tanks using ladders, and work around noxious odors, heat, and high noise levels.
- Ability to effectively engage in and sustain relationships with people from diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Competencies You Bring to Succeed In This Role:
Communicates Effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Nimble Learning- Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
Values Difference - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
- Washington State Group I Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification from the Washington State Department of Ecology or out-of-state equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within 6 months of employment.
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Additional licenses, certifications and other requirements determined to be necessary to meet the business needs of the employing unit may be required.
It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:
- Washington State Group III or higher Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification from the Washington State Department of Ecology or out-of-state equivalency which must be converted to a Washington certification within one year of employment.
Working Conditions: Onsite - Work Location: 1200 Monster Rd SW, Renton, WA 98057
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, you must be available to work, nights, weekends and holidays. This position works a rotating shift schedule. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is represented by Service Employee International Union (SEIU), Wastewater Local 925.
Application instructions and selection process: This opportunity is open to all qualified. We value diverse perspectives and life experience and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and responsiveness to the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills required for this role, to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
King County application
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, if you have questions related to this recruitment process, please contact at Helen David, hdavid@kingcounty.gov.
To learn more about the Wastewater Treatment Division click on the below links:
http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About.aspx
http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision.aspx
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Salary : $41 - $57
