Waste Water Treatment Operator I Possible Trainee (TI-46892)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION•Coulee City, WA

50d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This is a non-except position. The Wastewater Treatment Operator I possible Trainee is the first level in a three-tiered career ladder. Level I operators have a DEQ Operator I certification and can perform a full range of operations and monitoring under direct supervision. The Operator II is qualified to independently operate and maintain wastewater collection and treatment equipment and systems, and inspect and administer certain aspects of the water distribution system. Advancement to level II requires certifications listed in the qualifications section for that job.

Requirements

High School Diploma
36 months of work-related experience
Certification as a Washington State WDM-1 operator or ability to obtain within one year of employment
Basic knowledge of the processes, techniques, and all applicable safety practices, tools, and materials used in wastewater treatment equivalent to that required for Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator I certification.
Working knowledge of process control equipment and process troubleshooting techniques.
Basic knowledge of the processes and chemicals used in testing and treating effluent.
Basic knowledge of the operating characteristics of pumps and pumping equipment; wastewater laboratory equipment, sampling and testing procedures, and computer-aided lab and operations support hardware and software.
Working knowledge of chemistry, the properties of water, and the use of re-agents to change constituency of effluent.
Sufficient language and writing skill to prepare detailed technical documentation of activity.
Sufficient math skill to perform complex math computations.
Sufficient human relations skill to convey technical concepts to others.
Ability to carry out the essential functions of the position with general supervision.
Ability to independently maintain all operational processes and procedures connected with wastewater treatment.
Ability to use computer-aided hardware and software, laboratory equipment, and use of tools, power equipment and specialized process related equipment.
Ability to stand, walk, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 50 pounds on a continuous basis, pushing, pulling, guiding over 50 pounds on an infrequent basis.
Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch to place and move work objects.
Ability to perform full arm extension and movement out and overhead.
Sufficient hand-eye coordination, hand and finger dexterity including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to operate equipment and read technical and safety information.
Ability to work on varying work shifts, and in disagreeable work conditions that have septic and chemical exposure risks.
Valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ vehicle insurance.
Washington State WDM 1/ ITCA Water Treatment plant Operator I.
Submit to and successfully clear an extensive criminal background inquiry (tribal, state, financial) and maintain clearance throughout employment.
Employment history must reflect better than average attendance and reliability.

Nice To Haves

Possible Trainee must be able to meet the minimum qualifications within two years on a Training Program set forth by the program.

Responsibilities

Perform a full range of operations and monitoring under direct supervision.
Independently operate and maintain wastewater collection and treatment equipment and systems.
Inspect and administer certain aspects of the water distribution system.