Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Job
The north clackamas county water commission (nccwc) owns and operates a 20 million gallon per day potable drinking water plant located along the clackamas river in oregon city, oregonThe plant consists of combined slow sand and membrane filtration treatment, serving wholesale water to oak lodge water services, sunrise water authority, and the city of gladstone (a total population of 90,000 customers)The plant is normally staffed by three (3) full-time operators who cover operations 24-hour a day, 365 days a year through a combination of on-site and remote work assignments via scada.the nccwc is seeking a permanent, full-time water treatment plant operatorThis individual will serve as part of the regular plant staff and be responsible for its daily operation, including maintenance and repair of various mechanical and hydraulic systems (e.g., pipes, pumps, blowers, filters, air compressors and other equipment); water quality testing and reportingThe job also requires the person to conduct basic water quality sampling and testing related to plant operations and required water quality monitoring and reporting.
Example of duties
Operate and control electric motors, and pumps to regulate flow of raw water into treatment plant.• perform laboratory quality control checks to maintain plant processes and maximize water quality.• collects water samples and analyzes samples to determine alkalinity, hardness, ph, turbidity, and chlorine residual.• compute and record data such as chlorine residual, water turbidity in daily logs.• perform equipment checks on screens, pumps, and motors; make minor repairs and adjustments as needed.• monitors and controls water treatment system through scada systems.• identifies problem and taking immediate corrective action to resolve problem.• maintains the operational integrity of the water treatment facilities through daily inspection and identification of needed repair and maintenance.• conducts preventive and general maintenance on a variety of small and large water treatment process equipment and system instrumentation.• maintains and purchases spare parts inventory for treatment process-related equipment.• reads and interprets technical data and information (e.g., design plans, equipment specifications, and operational manuals).• maintain plant grounds including mowing, weeding, and trimming trees, and vegetation.• attends continuing education programs to enhance knowledge of water treatment and supply.• performs related duties as assigned
Minimum qualifications
Minimum qualifications: • high school diploma or ged equivalent.• current possession of an oregon level 2 water treatment operator certification (or higher) or an out of state equivalent is highly preferred.• effectively communicate both orally and in writing and establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, customers, and staff.• proficient in data entry, data gathering, and reporting information frequently using ms office suite and database applications.• ability to work alternate shifts, perform physically demanding tasks (lift at least 50 lbs) in both indoor and outdoor environments under adverse weather conditions.• a valid oregon driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.• all applicants must also successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening and background check prior to employment.
Supplemental information
Knowledge and skill in the operation and maintenance of water treatment facilities and related processes; understanding of federal and state regulations regarding water treatment and related reporting; skill in laboratory sampling and analytics; implementation of laboratory qa/qc; knowledge of osha safety standards and other occupational safety precautions; skills with computer software applications (e.gWord processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and other common office applications); skill in use and operation of scada interface and remote control systems, maintenance and repair of complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems; use of basic power tools and hand tools; read and interpret blueprints and maintenance manuals and apply that information to maintenance procedures; able to perform common math and chemistry skills related to water treatment (e.gDosage, concentrations, etc.), pumping, flow rates and other operational criteria; able to manage multiple tasks assignments and effectively work independently and in groups; able to communicate clearly in both oral and written forms; professionally interact with staff, vendors, consultants and other relevant parties; possess good judgement skills and effectively respond during periods of emergency or irregular operations; able to be on-call (work after hours) to respond to system emergencies and alarms (remotely or on-site) in a timely manner (preferably under one hour); and ability to work weekends and some holidays.
