Full-Time Wastewater Operator
Job Description
Wastewater Operator – Eagle River Water and Sanitation District
Eagle River Water & Sanitation District is looking to add to our expert team of Wastewater Operators! We work hard to provide a vital service to the community by creating and controlling an environment for bacteria and microorganisms to thrive in order to treat our community’s wastewater and discharge clean water back to the river. Our Wastewater Operators use a mix of chemistry, biology, technical problem solving, and mechanical aptitude on a day to day basis to achieve that goal.
If you are a dedicated and hard working professional with a background in science or strong mechanical experience (or both!) looking for a stable and fulfilling new career in the high country, then starting a career in wastewater treatment might be right for you.
If you are a seasoned wastewater treatment operator, looking for an organization that values operations expertise and works to cultivate a low drama work environment then Eagle River Water & Sanitation District might be the right place for you too!
Why work for us? The work you will do as a Wastewater Operator will have an immediate positive environmental impact on our community. Not to mention our excellent benefits including medical, dental, & vision coverage, employee housing & stipend program, relocation assistance, retirement savings plans, and ample opportunities for professional development.
The Day to Day:
- OPERATIONS: Operates pumps, motors, sludge equipment, controllers, instrumentation and other equipment. (Cleans precipitates such as grit, solids, trash, and muck from sump, catch basin and grit chamber. Opens and closes gates and valves according to gauge readings or warning lights on equipment. Operates odor control systems.
- ANALYSIS: Collects and calculates wastewater operations and control data including SCADA systems. Makes process control decisions based on plant observations, lab data, instrumentation, and historical trends.
- BIOLOGY / CHEMISTRY: Collects samples and conducts wastewater laboratory tests and analyzes data for both process indication and compliance. Make process adjustments and changes in order to discharge an effluent that meets facility permit limits.
- MAINTENANCE: Performs general equipment inspection and maintenance. Performs equipment repair and adjustments. Recommends repairs, changes and work orders to Facility Supervisor. Changes chemical containers, delivers needed materials, and performs general plant maintenance and housekeeping.
- TEAMWORK: Serves as on-call operator on a rotating basis, as assigned. Recommends and or makes process control changes to meet certain conditions. Required to follow all District safety and security policies and wear Personal Protective Equipment as required by the job duties.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends. Must be willing to work on-call shifts.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Associates or bachelor’s degree in a related science or mechanical field is desired.
- One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in wastewater related field or wastewater and or environmental sciences.
- Able to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
- Knowledge of basic concepts of math such as probability and statistical inference, fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s license within 30 days of full time employment and be insurable under District’s standards.
- Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within the first two years of employment. A CDL license is desirable. We will help you obtain both!
- Computer experience necessary to include Windows, Excel, and Microsoft Word programs. SCADA and Microsoft Outlook experience preferred. Must have the ability to learn and adapt to new computer software programs.
- Must possess a Colorado Wastewater Operator Class “D” certification within 12 months of employment. Advanced Wastewater Operator licenses, or the ability to attain these, is desired.
How to Apply
COMPENSATION – New Increased wages effective 06/30/23! We encourage the growth and development of our employees! There are four levels of Wastewater Operator with different titles and pay ranges depending on certifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The District will support you in earning your licenses. Pay range and title depend on certifications and experience. Starting range depends on qualifications but generally falls within the minimum and midpoint of the pay range. Pay ranges for each level are as follows:- Wastewater Operator I: $25.39 - $35.55
- Wastewater Operator II (requires CCWP C Wastewater License): $28.00 - $39.20
- Wastewater Operator III (requires CCWP B Wastewater License): $30.87 - $43.21
- Senior Wastewater Operator (requires CCWP A Wastewater License): $34.03 - $47.64
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
- Employee housing or $442 monthly housing stipend
- Wellness program
- Retirement savings plans (414h and 457)
- 5 Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Comp Time
- Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
- $500 Annual Recreation Benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Loan programs for: Ski Passes, Electrical Vehicles, and Computers
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