CR.334.WAT.JC2.Operator-in-Training.NP

Job Description

Job Description

As an Operator-in-Training, youll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services uninterrupted. Based in Walla Walla, WA, youll have the opportunity to perform a variety of tasks in the operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant including maintenance of equipment and quality control testing. Youll contribute to the success of our program with efficient preventive maintenance and effective solutions to challenges that may arise in municipal facilities. Youll operate treatment facilities to control flow and processing of water/wastewater, sludge, and effluent, observe variations in operating conditions, and interpret meter and gauge readings. Youll also collect samples, maintain shift logs, and perform other duties as required. Most importantly, youll take action to ensure the safety, health, and well-being of you and your team.

Here's What You'll Need:
Basic experience in operating water/wastewater treatment plants
Basic understanding of computer software including Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to enter data into a maintenance management system
Valid drivers license

Ideally, Youll Also Have:
A current, or working towards obtaining a first level water/wastewater treatment certification
Basic familiarity of the principles and practices of water/wastewater treatment plant operations, valves, pumps, and motors
Safe work practices

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
Safety is a core value at We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services. Due to the nature of the job passing a Fitness for Duty testing is required to ensure candidates for this position are physically and functionally fit to perform the essential physical work functions of this safety sensitive position without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others.
The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing, and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals. The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.