Wastewater Treatment Operator
- Summary
Under the direction of the Wastewater Treatment Operator- Senior In Charge and existing Wastewater Treatment Operators, the incumbent will perform laboring tasks in the maintenance and operation of landfill wastewater and water supply facilities, processes, and equipment located at Cedar Hills Regional Landfill and remote Solid Waste Division sites. The responsibilities of this classification include operating, monitoring, troubleshooting and maintaining equipment, systems and processes in landfill wastewater facilities.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is currently open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to members within the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE), Local 302 bargaining unit. King County and The Solid Waste Division (SWD) values diverse perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, people with disabilities, and veterans.
FORMS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED: Applicants must submit a King County Application form along with the completion of the Supplemental Questions. Please note: Applications without the required material may not be considered for the position.
WORK LOCATION: Primary work location is Cedar Hills Regional Landfill located at 16645 228th Ave SE, Maple Valley, WA 98038 with various locations throughout King County, WA.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position works a 40-hour workweek, is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. The work schedules include 5/8, Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 4/10 work schedule 6 a.m. – 4:30 a.m., provide for three (3) consecutive days off, one of which will be a Saturday and/or a Sunday. In addition, this position may be assigned to be on stand-by on off-shift times and emergency call-out, and must be available for weekend, on call status, as necessary. Solid Waste Division facilities are open seven days a week.
OPERATIONS SECTION PROFILE: The operations section of the Solid Waste Division operates a solid waste transfer and disposal system for residents and businesses in King County (except for Milton and Seattle). The operations section is responsible for the transfer facilities, transportation, maintenance shop (maintaining the division's heavy equipment, vehicles and facilities), landfill operations, landfill gas and wastewater. Commercial garbage collection companies and self-haulers (business and residential) bring solid waste to the transfer facilities, where it is located into large transfer trailers and hauled to the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill for disposal. At the landfill, a network of environmental controls ensures the by-products of the decomposing waste are captured and managed.
WHO TO CONTACT: If you have questions about this position, please contact Roxanne Malatesta, Human Resource Analyst at (206) 477-5210 or via e-mail at roxanne.malatesta@kingcounty.gov or Jemima McMahon, Human Resource Analyst at (206) 477-4002 or via e-mail at jemima.mcmahon@kingcounty.gov.
EXAMPLES OF JOB DUTIES:
• Performing control tests to determine if landfill conveyance systems are operating correctly and effectively, water flow, leachate/contaminated storm water extraction efficiency.
• Operating, servicing and maintaining a variety of equipment, including pumps, valves, motors, meters, computerized motor controls, and related equipment.
•Performing periodic testing of conveyance pump stations, pressure, temperature, water flow, and leachate levels at key locations.
• Inspecting landfill water conveyance equipment and facilities to locate and perform needed repairs.
• Preparing daily control data sheet and compiling other reports and input data into computer system.
•Respond to unusual occurrences and assist in emergency responses
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
o Demonstrated experience working directly with landfill waste water conveyance facilities and systems with one (1) year experience working on a landfill performing manual labor areas
OR
any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work.
o Experience operating pumps, computerized motors, motors, meters, valves and related landfill waste water conveyance equipment.
o Experience performing repairs on landfill waste water conveyance systems related equipment.
o Troubleshooting skills for complex wastewater systems and processes and complex odor control systems
o Skill in operating specialized equipment such as forklifts, vactor trucks, portable pumps, cranes, generators and safety equipment
o Skill in the application of safety policies, procedures and practices for working around landfill gas and untreated wastewater, confined-space entry, fall protection, hazard communication, recognition and control, hazardous energy control, emergency response and evacuation, accident prevention, hearing conservation, back injury prevention, respiratory protection, fire safety, department facilities and operations, forklift training, overhead cranes, and plant-specific and department-wide safety information
o Ability to perform mathematical calculations associated with wastewater monitoring and testing
o Ability to work independently and as a team member
o Ability to effectively develop and maintain relationships with a diverse range of staff and customers
o Knowledge of basic electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades.
o Skill of basic hand and power tools and specialized equipment
o Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
THE MOST COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
o Demonstrated experience working directly with landfill waste water conveyance facilities and systems in the Solid Waste Division
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Washington State Driver's License or out of state equivalent
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The incumbents perform field work at Cedar Hills Regional Landfill and associated facilities and must be able to walk long distances and may need to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. The candidate must have the ability to work in confined spaces, climb in and out of tanks using ladders, work inside/outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, inclement weather while on uneven slopes, surfaces, grades and terrain and other adverse conditions such as odor, high volume noise, dust and heavy traffic. This is an outdoor duty assignment; dressing properly for all weather conditions needs to be considered.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 302.
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:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- 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: King County employees are eligible to 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
- 10 paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
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. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
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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01Do you have demonstrated experience working directly with landfill waste water conveyance facilities and systems? NOTE: If you check "Yes," your application materials must demonstrate experience in this area.
- Yes
- No
02How many years experience do you have working on a landfill performing manual labor areas? NOTE: Your application materials must demonstrate experience in these areas.- More than 0, but less than 1 year of experience
- At least 1, but no more than 2 years
- At least 2, but no more than 3 years
- At least 3, but no more than 4 years
- At least 4, but no more than 5 years
- 5 or more years
- No experience
03If you checked "no" to Question #1 and/or checked "no experience to Question #2, please provide a brief description of the equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work as noted on the job posting. Provide date(s) and employer(s) where you performed this task. Do not write "see application," as this will be considered an incomplete response.04Do you have experience operating pumps, computerized motors, motors, meters, valves and related landfill waste water conveyance equipment? NOTE: If you check "Yes," your application materials must demonstrate experience in this area.- Yes
- No
05Do you have experience performing repairs on landfill waste water conveyance systems related equipment? NOTE: If you check "Yes," your application materials must demonstrate experience in this area.- Yes
- No
06Please check if you have skill in operating the following specialized equipment. Check all that apply. NOTE: Your application materials must demonstrate experience in these areas.- Forklifts
- Vactor Trucks
- Portable Pumps
- Cranes
- Generators
- Safety Equipment
- None of the above
07Please check if you have skill in application of safety policies, procedures and practices with the following. Check all that apply. NOTE: Your application materials must demonstrate experience in these areas.- working around landfill gas and untreated wastewater
- confined-space entry
- fall protection
- hazard communication
- recognition and control
- hazardous energy control
- emergency response and evacuation
- accident prevention
- hearing conservation
- back injury prevention
- respiratory protection
- fire safety
- department facilities and operations
- forklift training
- overhead cranes
- plant-specific and department-wide safety information
- None of the above
08Do you have demonstrated experience working directly with landfill waste water conveyance facilities and systems in the Solid Waste Division? NOTE: If you check "Yes," your application materials must demonstrate experience in this area.- Yes
- No
09Do you have a Washington State Driver's License or out of state equivalent? NOTE: If you check "Yes," your application materials must demonstrate experience in this area.- Yes
- No
10The incumbents perform field work at Cedar Hills Regional Landfill and associated facilities and must be able to walk long distances and may need to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. The candidate must have the ability to work in confined spaces, climb in and out of tanks using ladders, work inside/outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, inclement weather while on uneven slopes, surfaces, grades and terrain and other adverse conditions such as odor, high volume noise, dust and heavy traffic. This is an outdoor duty assignment; dressing properly for all weather conditions needs to be considered. Do you have the ability to work in the above mentioned capacity?- Yes
- No
11This position works a 40-hour workweek, is non-exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. The work schedules include 5/8, Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. or 4/10 work schedule 6 a.m. – 4:30 a.m., provide for three (3) consecutive days off, one of which will be a Saturday and/or a Sunday. In addition, this position may be assigned to be on stand-by on off-shift times and emergency call-out, and must be available for weekend, on call status, as necessary. Solid Waste Division facilities are open seven days a week. Are you available to work ALL shifts listed on the job posting?- Yes
- No
12How did you hear about this job? Check all that apply.- King County website (www.kingcounty.gov/jobs)
- Radio station
- Friend/word of mouth
- King County employee
- Newspaper
- Governmentjobs.com
- Other
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