Lead Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator in Camas, Washington at City of Camas (WA)

The City of Camas is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Lead Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator. The individual selected for this position will work under the supervision of the Wastewater Operations Manager and the Utilities Manager.

This facility is staffed 7 days/week. Days and hours for this position will be assigned upon hire but may include weekends and holidays. The position is represented by AFSCME, Local 307CC and is eligible for a full benefits package.

This individual will lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for the maintenance and operations of the wastewater treatment plant and sewage pump stations and related equipment; help ensure compliance with the NPDES permit requirements and State and Federal water quality regulations; complete special projects; perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility; coordinate activities with other operators; and provide highly responsible assistance to the Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations Manager.

• CERTIFICATION IS REQUIRED: Possession of an appropriate, valid Washington State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator’s certification Class IV as administered by the Department of Ecology OR a Class I, II or III certification with the ability to obtain a Class IV within six months of the date of hire
• Education equivalent to the completion of two years of college level coursework supplemented by specialized training in wastewater treatment plant maintenance, operations or a related field
• Completion of at least 8 hours of leadership and management training
• Four years of increasingly responsible experience in operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant and pumping facilities including one year of administrative and supervisory responsibility relevant to the position; and at least two years at a Class III or higher wastewater treatment plant preferred
• Advanced technology skills including proficiency in MS Office and an aptitude to learn new software programs as required for the position

In addition to the job description requirements, the preferred candidates will possess the following attributes: positive attitude, ability to take initiative, excellent customer service skills, good verbal, and written communication skills, demonstrated organizational and decision-making skills and flexibility to work non-standard hours as needed.

All application materials must be attached when the application is submitted.

Salary range $7364-8793/monthly DOE

Open until filled