Summary

The King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) has staffing need for Wastewater Treatment Operators (South Plant Day OPS).

This position is part of Day Operations and provides the opportunity for operators to launch a career from the foundation up or for experienced operators to expand their career in operations. The work of Day Operations is primarily process maintenance and specialized operation of dewatering.

Come join a team that Is highly collaborative and has very supportive colleagues. The team provides significant opportunities for professional growth within Wastewater, continued learning opportunities, and allows to work independently and as a team member.

WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified candidates. First consideration will be given to current S.E.I.U Wastewater Treatment Local 925 members. This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies for up to 6 months.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

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  Work Location: South Treatment Plant – 1200 Monster Road SW Renton, WA 98057
• Work Schedule: 4/10 hour shifts as assigned
• Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U. Wastewater Treatment Local 925

Job Duties

• Support Rotating Shift Operations as assigned.
• Operate Dewatering as assigned.
• Support Brightwater Operations as assigned.
• Perform Process Maintenance on process systems.
• Perform scheduled and routine preventive maintenance on process equipment including weekly Pump Chores.
• Perform Facility maintenance cleaning Process areas, pressure washing and general grounds maintenance.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Required Qualifications:

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  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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to locate and read PNID drawings
• Strong understanding of Wastewater processes with specific knowledge of South Plant.
• In-depth knowledge of plant process systems.
• High level knowledge of Safety Lockout procedures.
• Confined space trained.
• Respiratory Fit Tested.
• Able to navigate and operate the Ovation Control system
• Operate Bio-solids Trucks for purposes of staging for hauler.

Licensing, Certification and Other Requirements:

• 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 one year of employment
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License
• CPR and First Aid certification

Competencies Required:

• Ensures Accountability- Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Action Oriented- Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm
• Communicates Effectively- Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Application and Selection Process: Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.

• King County Application
• Resume
• Responses to supplemental questions

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Dan Sherman
Human Resource Analyst
dasherman@kingcounty.gov

Supplemental Information

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

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

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