Lead Operator-Wastewater Collections

Grays Harbor County•Pacific Beach, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wastewater Collections Lead Operator coordinates and performs operational tasks and maintenance activities related to the wastewater collection system. The incumbent may serve as the responsible charge wastewater operator when the Wastewater Chief Operator is absent. Duties vary with daily priorities and may include station checks, adjusting collection-system equipment and facilities, grinder-pump maintenance, and building and equipment maintenance. Depending on workload and staffing, the employee may perform duties normally assigned to positions within or below this classification. This is an Essential Personnel position; the employee may be called to work during weather closures and emergencies. The position provides supervision and leadership, analyzes program effectiveness and recommends changes, assists with developing short- and long-range goals and measurements, and supervises technical staff assigned to projects within its scope. Work is performed in both office and field settings, often for extended periods in dirty or uncomfortable conditions and in all types of weather. The employee must reside within a 60-minute response time of the Pacific Beach duty station. The job may involve confined spaces, hazardous substances, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, extensive travel among facilities, wearing protective equipment, working alone, and emergency on-call coverage.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience, education, or an equivalent combination that satisfies the position's knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Ability to pass a medical evaluation establishing fitness to use a respirator.
Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid, CPR, and Defensive Driving certifications, as well as the certifications required for the position.
Washington State Wastewater Certification – Group I.
Washington State Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement.
Knowledge of and ability to use manual and power hand tools.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations applicable to wastewater and of County policies and procedures.
Ability to train and direct the work activities of other employees in the assigned skill area.
Ability to operate and maintain wastewater treatment facilities and equipment and to rebuild and maintain grinder pumps.
Ability to perform standard process controls and testing methods used in wastewater treatment.
Ability to interpret complex technical data, calculate algebraic equations for process control and related performance measures, analyze data, diagnose equipment malfunctions, and take corrective action or recommend a plan of action.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors and to work effectively and courteously with government agencies and the public.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently, organize workload, and maintain accurate records.
Ability to reside within a 60-minute response time of the Pacific Beach duty station.
Ability to work in confined spaces, handle exposure to hazardous gases, chemicals, raw sewage, dust, smoke, or fumes, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Availability for rotating on-call coverage, including possible 24-hour emergency on-call duty and evening and weekend work.

Nice To Haves

Washington State Wastewater Certification – Group II.

Responsibilities

Assist the Wastewater Chief Operator with constructing, rebuilding, and maintaining the wastewater collection system and related equipment.
Perform, test, and troubleshoot repairs to collection-system equipment; inspect equipment, identify needed repairs and parts, and complete routine repairs or major overhauls.
Direct day-to-day maintenance functions to ensure work meets applicable guidelines, procedures, and regulations.
Keep the wastewater collection system prepared for on-site audits and inspections by regulatory agencies.
Stay current on regulatory requirements, update procedures, and train operators to maintain compliance.
Determine sewer-line locations using appropriate sources before excavation.
Maintain collection-system inventory by ordering supplies.
Train and monitor assigned staff to ensure work is performed efficiently and accurately in accordance with applicable guidelines, procedures, and regulations.
Diagnose and rebuild grinder pumps.
Operate heavy equipment and maintain tools and equipment by cleaning, checking, inspecting, and performing preventive maintenance.
Prepare reports, standard operating procedures, manuals, and other documents.
Attend training to maintain licenses and stay informed about new regulations and technologies.
Provide status updates, report problems to the Chief Operator, and make recommendations.
Serve in a rotating on-call capacity, follow emergency call-out and customer-contact procedures, and respond to urgent issues such as broken pipes, equipment failures, and other malfunctions.
Supervise technical staff assigned to projects within the position's scope of responsibility.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned by the Utilities Chief Operator.