Job Posting: Water/Waste Water Operator II
Job Description
The Umpqua Indian Utility Cooperative is excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team as a Water/Waste Water Operator II. This full-time position offers a unique chance to contribute to the operations and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment systems within our tribal facilities. The role is dynamic, requiring a hands-on approach and a strong commitment to environmental protection and community welfare.
Please note, this job is not a remote position and will require the selected candidate to be on-site. The role is designed for individuals passionate about managing water resources efficiently and sustainably while adhering to strict safety and quality standards. As a Water/Waste Water Operator II, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our water treatment processes meet the needs of our community today and for future generations.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates pumps, valves, and gates to control the flow of water or effluent.
- Performs routine servicing and cleaning of water storage facilities, plants, and pipes, as well as repairing faults in water supply and storage systems.
- Services the distribution system leading from the treatment plant.
- Operates locks and adjusts the water level in weirs.
- Regulate water flow through stages of the treatment such as filtering, the addition of chemicals, and aeration.
- Monitors flow meters, pressure gauges, power usage, and effluent water quality.
- Inspects and monitors reservoirs, dams, facility operations, and equipment to ensure proper operations; assures quality control.
- Reads meters, gauges, and other monitoring equipment and interprets readings to determine processing requirements.
- Makes adjustments to automated controls and instruments, operates valves and gauges to adjust flow and treatment process.
- Performs routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on equipment, including disinfection equipment.
- Orders parts and supplies and maintains automated records of equipment repairs, parts list and inventory.
- Collects samples for laboratory analysis, interprets results, and prepares records and reports.
- Responds to emergency situations and alarms.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate required.
- Must have a CK Water/Wastewater Treatment Certification.
- Equivalent combination of experience and education and a Class I Certification in Wastewater Treatment.
- Vocational / Technical or Associate’s Degree, preferred.
- 3 years’ experience in water and wastewater treatment operations.
- Experience in water and wastewater treatment operations, preferred.
- Knowledge and understanding of applicable requirements concerning plant operations and water quality.
- Valid driver's license and driving record that allows coverage on the company insurance.
