Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator 3

State of Washington•Pierce County - McNeil Island, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC), Correctional Industries, is hiring a full-time, permanent Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator 3 at McNeil Island Stewardship in McNeil Island, Washington. The employee must work on McNeil Island for each shift. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Tuesday through Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position is represented by Teamsters 117. The operator oversees operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance for McNeil Island’s water distribution system, well site, and related equipment, and provides operational support and backfill coverage for the wastewater treatment plant. The role includes maintaining the well house and water distribution infrastructure, collecting water samples in accordance with Department of Health standards, and ensuring chemical testing meets applicable federal and state requirements. The position must follow applicable Revised Code of Washington provisions, Washington Administrative Code regulations, agency policies, and requirements established by the Department of Ecology, Department of Health, and Environmental Protection Agency. The operator also serves as a lead resource in training and instructing incarcerated individuals in equipment maintenance, water system operations, and related physical plant activities. Correctional Industries’ work training programs aim to develop marketable skills and positive work ethics while supporting reliable operations and safer communities. Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Applicants must submit a cover letter, detailed resume, and at least three professional references. A background check will be conducted before hire. A pre-employment drug test may be administered. The successful candidate may need to provide proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days of hire. The position may be allocated for telework, but the posting requires the candidate to work on McNeil Island for each shift.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Two years of experience planning and supervising the work of others.
Washington State Department of Ecology Group 2 Wastewater Certification, with the ability to obtain Group 3 certification within the first 12 months of hire.
Water Distribution Manager 1 certification from the Washington State Department of Health, either already held or obtained within 12 months of hire.
Successfully complete the Correctional Worker Core training program for interaction with incarcerated individuals.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Ability to perform chemical tests, analyze results, and make appropriate adjustments to the water treatment system.
Computer skills, including experience with Word and Excel.
Backflow assembly test certification.
Water Distribution Manager 2 or higher certification from the Washington State Department of Health.
Cross connection specialist certification.

Responsibilities

Operate the wastewater treatment plant and/or well house and distribution network in accordance with applicable regulations and agency policies.
Ensure proper operation of the McNeil Island well and collect well-water samples according to Department of Health guidelines.
Maintain adequate quantities and quality of potable water for McNeil Island staff and residents.
Ensure sufficient water is available for fire protection.
Maintain the well house, related equipment, and water distribution infrastructure.
Provide operational support and backfill coverage for the wastewater treatment plant.
Instruct and train incarcerated individuals in equipment maintenance, water system operations, and related physical plant activities.
Conduct chemical testing and help ensure results meet applicable federal and state requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including comprehensive family insurance.
Up to 25 paid vacation days per year.
Eight hours of paid sick leave per month.
12 paid holidays per year.
Generous retirement plan.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Dependent Care Assistance.
Deferred Compensation.
Three days of bereavement leave for Teamsters 117 represented positions.
Potential remote/telework and flexible schedules, depending on the position.