Wastewater Treatment Operator/Senior Operator - East Offsite Storm Water Facilities (TLT/SDA)

Summary

This position is open to all qualified candidates.

External candidates are eligible to be hired at the Operator level only. Senior operator level is obtained through an internal job progression process. The salary range listed above includes the Operator level ($41.2077-$52.2331/hour) and Senior Operator level ($47.5058-$57.4309/hour).

This opportunity allows you to work closely with our stormwater conveyance system and operate, monitor, and control the Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) storm water facilities using manual operations or complex computerized systems. You will be expected to troubleshoot all storm water equipment, systems, and processes with limited supervision during all times of the day. Operators will perform some grounds keeping and pump station cleaning on a weekly basis. They must have the ability to provide clear and effective communications with the public, fellow team members, and other King County work groups to accomplish work requirements.

About the Role:

The primary mission of this role is to develop a subject matter expert for the WLRD stations. The Wastewater Treatment Operator will be the single point of contact for WLRD stations, and any associated projects. Having one individual involved with helping maintain storm water regulations and looking out for the possible environmental impact they can have. This person will be heavily involved with our current Black River Pump Station upgrade project.

About the Team:

As an Operator maintaining the WLRD stormwater facilities, this opportunity opens the door for someone to gain experience in storm water management. This role works closely with contractors and King County Construction Management during station upgrades. It allows you to network with different work groups, gain knowledge and exposure to construction processes within the division, and work closely with the community. This experience will broaden your knowledge of our overall system allowing you to be a strong candidate for future roles within the county.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Wastewater Treatment Operator, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing:

• Operate, monitor, and control storm water equipment and systems using complex computer systems
• Operate, monitor, and maintain WLRD storm water station.
• Perform basic maintenance on WLRD stations and associated structures and grounds. Some duties include cleaning, and housekeeping tasks.
• Work with our O&M staff by providing station knowledge and writing work requests to help maintain operating equipment.
• Work closely with contractors and construction managers on station upgrade projects
• Provide troubleshooting, problem-solving, coordination and decision-making when performing duties, particularly for WLRD stations, and be able to respond to unusual and/or emergency situations

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• Knowledge and experience with storm water processes and collection systems.
• Advanced knowledge with operating, monitoring, maintaining and training on storm water pump stations and associated equipment.
• Advanced knowledge with operating, monitoring, maintaining and training on the equipment and systems related to storm water conveyance
• Basic knowledge of the operation of small and large equipment (pumps, valves, level control, compressors, SCADA, and relevant systems).
• Basic knowledge of computers and associated software
• Skill in working in a team environment.

Competencies You Bring:

• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Strategic Mindset: Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Builds Effective Teams: Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.

Required Licenses for a Wastewater Treatment Operator:

• 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

Required Licenses for a Wastewater Treatment Senior Operator:

• Washington State Group III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator certification or above 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

It Would Be Great If You Also Bring:

• Previous experience working with storm water management.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: South Treatment Plant - 1200 Monster Rd SW, Renton, WA 98057 and east offsite facilities
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week and requires working 4 x 10-hour shifts onsite daily. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. The treatment plants are operated 24/7. Applicants must be available to work any and all assigned shift schedules and required to report to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U. 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division)
• Physical Requirement: Incumbents perform field work at stormwater and associated facilities and are required to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, work in confined spaces, climb in and out of tanks using ladders, and work around noxious odors and high noise levels. A pre-employment physical, review of driving record and reference checks will be conducted prior to any final job offer.

Application and Selection Process:

We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in a technical assessment and one or more panel interviews.

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Resume
• Optional Cover Letter (will be reviewed if submitted)

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Angelia Remolana, HR Analyst at ....

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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.

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To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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Are you a current Wastewater Local SEIU 925 member?

• Yes
• No

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Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

• Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
• No.

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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff

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