Operator I - Wastewater

The Operator I - Wastewater is an entry level position with no experience needed, that performs semi-skilled work, while in a training capacity, monitoring and controlling operations of the City of Snoqualmie sewer collection and treatment facilities, reuse water system, during assigned shifts and emergency situations. The Operator I Wastewater also participate in the overall operational functioning of assigned work on a team where the Parks & Public Works Director is the head of the Department. Works under the direct supervision of a Lead and general supervision of the Division Superintendent. Weekend shifts may be required.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
A union position that performs general sewer collection utility work in the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of control systems and mechanical and electrical equipment associated with Sanitary Sewer collection, and treatment systems.
The work requires skills related to utilities equipment and systems. Duties include learning and gaining skill in the principles, practices, materials, equipment, and operating procedures of an advanced nutrient removal activated sludge treatment plant producing Class A reclaimed water, and sanitary sewer collection system.
Performs janitorial as well as painting duties; complete electrical and plumbing repairs as needed.
Maintain lawns and outdoor facilities through operation of mowers, pruning equipment, and other hand tools.
Employees in this classification are responsible for assuring the technical correctness of their own work. May perform duties of similar complexity in other maintenance areas as required or assigned.
The Parks and Public Works Department has a team approach to its maintenance activities. While this position is primarily in sanitation, the overall maintenance priorities will provide the opportunity to participate in other maintenance function at times.

Scope of Responsibilities
Operator I Wastewater is accountable for performing all assignments in a timely, effective, and efficient manner. The following duties are not inclusive of all duties; may perform a variety of other duties as assigned., including assisting other Parks and Public Works Department divisions in the event of an emergency.
Members of the Parks and Public Works maintenance team are involved on a routine basis in decision making, goal setting, scheduling, hiring, planning, peer review, and problem solving. They determine how they will work together and how they will rotate through various job tasks associated with their work. They have a part in developing performance measures for the group and in setting goals around these measures. Members are results oriented, accountable, and work at a high standard of excellence.
Assist senior staff with inspect, test, remove, disassemble, repair, replace, reassemble, install, align, and restore to operation a variety of water mechanical equipment and systems including, but not limited to, the following: pumps, motors, engines, power transmission equipment, valves and piping appurtenances, tanks, screening devices, generators, chemical feed systems, auxiliary equipment, and control systems.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance measures and requirements; evaluate equipment operation.
Use computerized maintenance databases to monitor related records, such as work orders, preventative and corrective maintenance systems, equipment specifications, and work histories.
Prioritize and schedule maintenance in collaboration with maintenance and operations supervisory staff.
Depending on area of assignment, inspect water pumping stations on a regular basis.
Perform other related work as required.
Responds to emergency situations such as weather events and natural disasters including heavy rain, downed trees, snow and ice events, windstorms, earthquakes, and mudslides/flooding.QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
The applicant must be a minimum of 18 years of age and graduation from high school or GED equivalent, any combination of related education and experience may be considered that demonstrates the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Licensing and Certification
Valid Washington State Drivers License with driving record free of serious or frequent violations.

Employment Standards:
Ability to acquire and maintain the following certifications within (1) year of hire is required:
Washington State certification as a Wastewater Operator Class 1.
Washington State Traffic Control Flagger.
CDL with minimum Class B endorsement is preferred.
First Aid CPR/AED.
Forklift/powered industrial truck operator certification in accordance with (LNI) rules.
FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800.

All applicants are subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol tests.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to maintenance and operations work.
Municipal wastewater collection system and its operating facilities and/or municipal water reuse systems. Collection, and pumping practices or similar heavy industrial experience.
Skill and Ability to:
Maintain a safe and clean work area; clean and maintain tools and equipment used in the performance of duties.
Safely and efficiently operate and utilize with skill all tools and equipment associated with the corrective and preventative maintenance activities in an industrial process setting, including various machining, and welding equipment associated with plant maintenance.
Ability to learn the principles, practices, materials, and procedures pertinent to activated sludge and biological nutrient removal wastewater treatment plant operation and collection system.
Use computer terminals, software programs, and computer systems standard to the area of assignment, including programmable logic controllers and data-acquisition programs.
Read and interpret complex engineering plans, schematics, wiring diagrams, work orders, flow charts, and technical manuals.
Applicant must demonstrate the ability to absorb, analyze, and apply new technical information; and communicate technical information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
This position must possess the ability to accurately log instrument readings, operating information; perform a variety of maintenance and housekeeping work; recognize and respond quickly to problems in the facilities assigned; work cooperatively with others as a member of a technical operations team; and to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Work safely with electrical equipment, toxic chemicals, and in unpleasant and/or dangerous conditions.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other City staff, and the public.
Relate to others in a courteous and respectful manner, work in a team atmosphere. Maintain a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Work safely and in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and with City laws, policies, and standards.
Support diversity and multi-cultural understanding in the workplace.
Apply interpersonal skills using tact, patience, courtesy, and good judgment.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working conditions will vary depending upon assignment. The Utilities Operator I-Sanitation may be assigned to hazardous work areas such as street surfaces, rights of way, medians, in ditches, pits and underground vaults, confined spaces, around heavy equipment, and operating potentially dangerous tools. Typical assignments are out of doors, occasionally requiring work in inclement weather at dirty, wet, noisy, or cramped work sites. The work involves strenuous physical labor, requiring physical dexterity and mechanical aptitude.